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360 Cinema
The Soul Dome, a 360' inflatable cinema dome, has its inaugural appearance at Brighton Fringe. Totally immersive sensory ecstatic shows programmed to suit all age groups, with live and interactive elements. A family friendly event (i.e. suitable for all ages).
Jubilee Square, Brighton
Sat 25 May
£7 (£5) / 01273 917272
Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.
Sun 26 May
£7 (£5) / 01273 917272
Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.
360' Immersive yoga, dance, singing
For ALL info and booking: http://www.souldome.com/#!360-workshops/cn72 Yoga, Dance, Choir, Talks …. We have taken it up a level and created breath-taking projections to enhance an acoustically perfect space into a ecstatic environment for an intimate workshop. You could be in the amazon jungle, a beach in thailand or…
Jubilee Square, Brighton
Sat 25 May
£7 (£5) / 01273 917272
Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.
Sun 26 May
Acting Up Drama Workshops
Fun drama workshops aimed at building confidence and creativity and leading towards an annual performance devised by the kids themselves. Children with additional needs from 10.30am; ages 5–11 from 11am; another block from 1pm and ages 12–16 from 2.30pm.
CCA, Glasgow
Sat 25 May
Prices vary / 07974 270053
- 10:30 – 16:00
B-Fest Brighton Youth Arts Festival
Showcasing young talent from across Brighton and Hove with guests from across the UK including live music, theatre, dance, workshops, exhibitions and installations. A family friendly event (i.e. suitable for all ages).
Brighton Youth Centre
Sat 25 May
Sun 26 May
50th Anniversary Of Hinton Ampner Re-Opening
A week-long celebration marking the anniversary of Ralph Dutton re-opening Hinton following the completion of refurbishment to repair extensive fire damage. The house will be decked out in 1960s style to mark the occasion.
National Trust: Hinton Ampner Garden, Bramdean, Alresford
Sat 25 May
Free, plus admission £7.70, child £3.70, family £19.20 / 01962 771305
- 10:00 – 18:00
Sun 26 May
Free, plus admission £7.70, child £3.70, family £19.20 / 01962 771305
- 10:00 – 18:00
Alien Invasion
A special extraterrestrial exhibition featuring costumes and props from some of the most iconic sci-fi films and TV shows of all time. Browse memorabilia from the likes of Predator, Star Wars and Doctor Who, or take in the 360 degree film, We Are Aliens, narrated by Rupert Grint (AKA Ron Weasley).
Our Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh
Sat 25 May
Included in admission / 0131 550 7800
- 10:00 – 17:30
Sun 26 May
Included in admission / 0131 550 7800
- 10:00 – 17:30
Aston's Stones: Teater Pero (Ages 3-6)
A story about the little dog who wants to take care of all the stones he can find. Some are big and some are small. One is sad and another one feels cold. All are in need of someone to care for them.
Aberystwyth Arts Centre Cinema
Sun 26 May
£4–£8 / 01970 623232
- 14:00
Avenue Q
- Directed by: John Plews
- Written by: lyrics)
A production of the musical that won three Tony Awards including Best Musical and Best Original Score.
Upstairs At The Gatehouse, London N6
Sat 25 May
£10; £16; £14 (£14; £12) / 020 8340 3488
- 19:30
Sun 26 May
£10; £16; £14 (£14; £12) / 020 8340 3488
- 16:00
2013 Weekend Milling Demonstrations
See how this fully restored working water mill produces stone-ground wholemeal flour using the power of the river Itchen.
National Trust: Winchester City Mill
Sat 25 May
Free, plus admission £3.70, child £1.85, family £9.25 / 01962 870057
- 11:00 – 16:00
Sun 26 May
Free, plus admission £3.70, child £1.85, family £9.25 / 01962 870057
- 11:00 – 16:00
360' Cinema and Shows for Kids
For information on all shows please click here http://www.souldome.com/#!kids-360/c18ty Utterly Brilliant new kids shows! Using 360' immersive projection, we are delighted to present the stories of Pleebles, Freddie Fox, Queen Grandma, Space Unicorns, Intergalactic Galaxy trips and Underwater voyages. As well…
Jubilee Square, Brighton
Sat 25 May
£7 (£5) / 01273 917272
Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.
Sun 26 May
£7 (£5) / 01273 917272
Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.
50 Things In The Woodland
Build a den, explore inside a tree, climb a huge hill, hunt for bugs, and more.
National Trust: Chartwell, Westerham
Sat 25 May
Free, plus admission £12, child £6, family £30 / 01732 866368/868381
- 11:00 – 16:00
Sun 26 May
Free, plus admission £12, child £6, family £30 / 01732 866368/868381
- 11:00 – 16:00
50 Things To Do Before You Are 11 3/4
Various activities for children under 12.
National Trust: Llanerchaeron, Aberaeron
Sat 25 May
Free, plus admission £6.45, child £3.27, family £16.18 / 01545 570200
- 10:30 – 16:00
Sun 26 May
Free, plus admission £6.45, child £3.27, family £16.18 / 01545 570200
- 10:30 – 16:00
National Trust: Peckover House, Wisbech
Sat 25 May
Free, plus admission £6.50, child £3.25, family £16.25 / 01945 583463
- 12:00 – 16:30
Sun 26 May
Free, plus admission £6.50, child £3.25, family £16.25 / 01945 583463
- 12:00 – 16:30
National Trust: Sutton House, London E9
Sun 26 May
Free, plus admission £3.50, child £1, family £6.90 / 020 8986 2264
- 12:00 – 16:00
50 Things To Do Before Your 11 And Three Quarters
Why not call an Owl, hunt for bugs, make a grass trumpet or feel like your flying in the wind. There are many different activities to experience, so come and have a look.
National Trust: Oxburgh Hall, King's Lynn
Sat 25 May
Free, plus admission £7.80, child £3.90, family £19.50 / 01366 328258
- 11:00 – 16:00
Sun 26 May
Free, plus admission £7.80, child £3.90, family £19.50 / 01366 328258
- 11:00 – 16:00
50 Things To Do Before You're 11 And 3/4
Re-create childhood pastimes, such as tree climbing and paddling, as part of the 50 Things campaign to get children outdoors.
National Trust: Speke Hall, Liverpool
Sat 25 May
Free, plus admission £8.60, child £4.30, family £21.50 / 0151 427 7231
- 11:00 – 17:00
Sun 26 May
Free, plus admission £8.60, child £4.30, family £21.50 / 0151 427 7231
- 11:00 – 17:00
Aberdeen parkrun
An informal weekly 5k run along the Beach Esplanade. Everyone is welcome, no matter how fast or slow (you're welcome to walk the route, bring your dog or push a buggy), so you can use it as a one-off fitness test, a chance to get some fresh air or come every week to try to beat your personal best time. It's friendly and…
Beach Esplanade, Aberdeen
Sat 25 May
Free
- 09:30
Absolutely Brighton, the Wonderful Brighton Story
Brighton's colourful history brought to life on this acclaimed 90 minute guided walk. Find secret tunnels, 'twittens', and a long forgotten lost black cat on this unique tour. A family friendly event (i.e. suitable for all ages).
Royal Albion Hotel, Brighton
Sat 25 May
Sun 26 May
Ageas Salisbury International Arts Festival 2013
The 41st Salisbury International Arts Festival presents a bountiful programme of theatre, music, dance, visual art, kids and literature events.
Salisbury Arts Festival
Sat 25 May
Times vary / £10–£50 / 0845 241 9651
Sun 26 May
Times vary / £10–£50 / 0845 241 9651
The Airedale Coin Collection
See coins dating back to 871, featuring coins from the reign of every monarch since Alfred The Great, except two and meet the man behind the collection.
National Trust: East Riddlesden Hall, Keighley
Sat 25 May
Free, plus admission £5.30, child £2.60, family £11.60 / 01535 683800
- 10:30 – 16:00
Animal Buddies
Wander the museums in search of animal inspiration then create a wheeled wee friend to take home.
Museum of Childhood, Edinburgh
Sat 25 May
Free / 0131 529 4142
- 10:30 – 12:30
- 13:30 – 15:30
Animal Trackers
Hunt for the clues around the gardens to track the missing animals down and find out other ways to spot if animals have visited your garden to collect a prize.
National Trust: The Weir, Hereford
Sat 25 May
£2 per trail, plus admission £5.70, child £2.90, family £13.50, adv booking required / 01981 590509
- 11:00 – 16:00
Sun 26 May
£2 per trail, plus admission £5.70, child £2.90, family £13.50, adv booking required / 01981 590509
- 11:00 – 16:00
Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum
Sat 25 May
Free / 01926 742700
- 13:00 – 15:00
ARThouse
A 12-week course in hands-on art-making, including drawing and painting, printmaking, model making, sculpture and fashion design. Ages 5–8 from 10am; ages 9–12 from 11.30am. Booking is essential.
House for an Art Lover, Glasgow
Sat 25 May
£75 per child, including all materials and equipment / 0141 353 4770
Arty Smarty Party (Ages 7-14)
Explore the museum and participate in craft activities including clay tile making, T-shirt decorating, jewellery making or card making.
Abbey House Museum, Leeds
Sat 25 May
£40 adv booking essential / 0113 230 5492
- 10:00 – 11:30
Sun 26 May
£40 adv booking essential / 0113 230 5492
- 10:00 – 11:30
Ask the Expert: Explore Your Universe
Meet experts working on astronomy and space exploration projects and find out about the scientific questions they are trying to answer and the practical problems they have to solve.
Royal Observatory Greenwich, London SE10
Sat 25 May
Free / 020 8858 4422
- 13:30 – 16:30
Sun 26 May
Free / 020 8858 4422
- 13:30 – 16:30
Audley End Through The Ages!
Monks, Monarchs and Munitions! Discover the incredible history of Audley End House and Gardens when we bring history to life with camp life, music and dance, plus fun family activities!
English Heritage: Audley End House And Gardens, Saffron Walden
Sun 26 May
£15 (£13.50; Children £9; Family £39.20; Member £1.60; Member Concession £1.40; Member Children £1.20; Member Family £4.40) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 17:00




