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NoFit State Circus: Bianco

State-of-the-art aerial circus with live band accompaniment.

NoFit State Big Top, Hove Lawn

Sat 25 May

£18 (£12) / 01273 917272

  • 19:30

Waterstones Covent Garden, London WC2E

Sat 25 May

Free / 020 7836 6757

  • 10:15 – 20:00

Volksfling

Volkswagen aficionados unite! These weekend events bring together lovers of the German automobiles with quality traders, along with a roster of entertainment for grown-ups and children, from a beer garden to live music. Camping facilities available.

Biggar Showfield

Sat 25 May

£20–£25 for weekend pass

  • 14:00 – 00:00

Fun & Games in the Square

All sort of outdoor larks.

Falcon Square, Inverness

Sat 25 May

Free

Part of Happyness.

  • 11:00 – 17:00

Baby Loves Disco

Baby Loves Disco is a chance for kids aged six months–seven years (and their parents) to get their respective grooves on, alongside the chance to sample the delights of bubble machines, instruments and a Gymboree chillout zone, with face-painting and healthy snacks included.

Sway, London WC2B

Sat 25 May

£9 / 08444 999990

  • 13:00 – 16:00
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Ben And Holly's Little Kingdom

  • Directed by: Richard Lewis
  • Written by: Mani Svavarsson (music)

Richard Lewis's adaptation of the award-winning television animation set in a miniature world of fairies, elves and insects. The production features original music by Mani Svavarsson, with original lyrics by Matt Lewis.

Theatre Royal, Glasgow

Sat 25 May

£12.50–£16.50 / 0844 871 7647

  • 16:00

Sky Studios: Tour

An opportunity to go behind the scenes at a television studio, as Sky offers you the chance for your time in the spotlight. Present a news bulletin, or be the director, and share the experience with your family and friends.

The O2 Arena, London SE10

Sat 25 May

Entertainment Avenue

Free / 0844 856 0202

  • 12:00 – 20:00

A Taming of the Shrew

This acclaimed Brighton company return to St Ann's Well Gardens, presenting another ‘superlative’ and highly musical revival of a Shakespeare Comedy, with the controversial ‘Taming of the Shrew’. So bring family, friends a picnic and blankets for a farcical evening of confused identities, arranged marriages and gender…

St Ann's Well Gardens, Hove

Sat 25 May

£14 (£12) / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

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

Fantastic Fifties Trail

Find out about life during the 1950s by following clues around the garden and collect a prize.

National Trust: Berrington Hall, Berrington, Leominster

Sat 25 May

£2 per trail, plus admission £7.70, child £4, family £11.70 & £19.50 / 01568 615721

  • 10:00 – 16:00
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Fringe City Family Picnic sponsored by i

It’s back! England’s best-loved concise quality newspaper is bringing you two picnics in Pavilion Gardens this year – with a showcase of Brighton Fringe 2013 family-friendly performances, activities and healthy snacks. A family friendly event (i.e. suitable for all ages).

Royal Pavilion Gardens, Brighton

Sat 25 May

Free / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

  • 12:00 – 16:00

Waterstones, Norwich

Sat 25 May

Free / 01603 767292

  • 10:00 – 18:00

Meadowlands Festival

Set in the heart of the beautiful South Downs and boasting outstanding views all around, this music and arts festival will once again take place on the bank holiday weekend within the grounds of Glynde Place, featuring many outstanding international, national and local acts. Music, theatre, comedy, spoken word, art, DJs…

Glynde Place, Lewes

Fri 24 May

£95 / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Sat 25 May

£48 (£24) / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Spy Academy: Half Term

Break codes, go undercover, foil espionage and reveal double-agents with Professor Nitrate.

Royal Gunpowder Mills, Waltham Abbey

Sat 25 May

£8.10; £6.30 disabled (£7.20; Children £6.30; £29–£34) / 01992 707370

  • 10:00 – 17:00

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
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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

CCH Community Fun Day

Fundraising fun for all the family.

Maryhill Community Central Hall, Glasgow

Sat 25 May

Free / 0141 331 7673

  • 12:00 – 16:00

Celebrities On Ice

  • Written by: Phil Winston

An entertaining, fun and dynamic show hosted by Christopher Biggins and featuring skating professionals, the International Ice Stars and skaters from the television show Dancing On Ice, as well as popular figures such as sportsman Gareth Thomas, Olympic gymnast Beth Tweddle, former rugby player Kyran Bracken and…

Metro Radio Arena, Newcastle upon Tyne

Sat 25 May

£15–£35 / 0844 493 6666

  • 20:00

Scarecrow Festival

Get set for some super scarecrows taking over the estate! Follow the scarecrow trail through the gardens, grounds and village.

National Trust: Quarry Bank Mill, Wilmslow

Sat 25 May

Free, plus admission £13.60, child £6.80, family £34.05 / 01625 527468

  • 11:00 – 16:00

Scarecrowfest

Follow the trail and find all the characters displayed around the grounds.

National Trust: Oxburgh Hall, King's Lynn

Sat 25 May

Free, plus admission £8.10, child £4.05, family £20.25 / 01366 328258

  • 11:00 – 17:00
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BodyWorks

An exhibition all about how your body works, with the chance to perform a virtual autopsy, run in a giant hamster wheel and become a 'snot ninja' (lovely). Compare your physiological stats with other visitors and find out about all the latest scientific research into your very own body.

Glasgow Science Centre

Sat 25 May

Included in admission / 0141 420 5000

  • 10:00 – 17:00

Falls of Clyde Feather Fest

A celebration of everything birdy – optic sales, peregrine viewing, talks, workshops, kids activities, falconry, a dusk chorus and much more.

Falls Of Clyde Nature Reserve, New Lanark

Sat 25 May

Prices vary / 01555 665262

  • 11:00 – 17:00

Family Camping Weekend

Give the kids a taste of the wild in the heart of Gibside's landscape garden. Pitch your tent for three days and two nights of family adventure and activities. Activities include bushcraft, live music and games.

National Trust: Gibside, Newcastle upon Tyne

Sat 25 May

£60 per pitch, adv booking essential / 01207 541820

  • 00:00 (Sunday morning)

National Trust: Baddesley Clinton, Solihull

Sat 25 May

Free, plus admission £9, child £4.50, family £23.60 / 01564 783294

  • 11:00 – 16:00

National Trust: Coughton Court, Alcester

Sat 25 May

Free, plus admission £9.35, child £4.70, family £23.60 / 01789 400777

  • 11:00 – 16:00

The Great Viking Quest!

You must have your wits about you if you are going to take on the Viking Quest! Hunt down the clues in the Castle grounds and complete the challenge to be rewarded with a special prize!

English Heritage: Old Sarum Castle, Salisbury

Sat 25 May

£3.90 (£3.50; Children £2.30) / 0870 333 1181

  • 10:00 – 17:00
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