of recent times creates a uniquely family-friendly modern art experience.Star Attractions Get a closer look at the world’s most significant collection of work by pioneering local sculptor Henry Moore, seen exactly as the artist intended. Moore often spoke

the child in all of us. Create an elves workshop in your home by using old or raisin or matchstick boxes and making up tiny parcels covered in wrapping paper, ribbons and glitter to scatter around or tie onto the tree.4. Old light bulbs can be transformed

through a whole host of arty events, with many fun workshops aimed at families. As well as being fun and relaxing, drawing helps people both young and old to communicate, think and invent, connecting us with our cultural heritage and natural environment

activity day. Children can go on woodland discovery walks, try to spot The Gruffalo and take part in art & craft activities. August 4–11Maiden City FestivalThis week-long celebration of diversity in Northern Ireland is sure to have an exciting event to suit

on astounding feats of human agility and endurance. Mini OlympicsJuly 5On your marks, get set and go to Brintons Park in Kidderminster for this exciting day out. Children under five and their families can take part in art and craft activities, face painting

can save the day at the Princess Royal Theatre in Port Talbotfor one day only.Global VillageJuly 1A mixed arts festival in Cyfarthfa Park, first founded to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Mertyr Tydfil. A variety of music, dance and art

, The Mad Hatter, Cinderella and others in a new show blending illusions with magic moments from Disney films. Garden Pots And Seed BombsJuly 14The new gardens at Museum Of Edinburgh will be in full summer bloom in time for this green-fingered workshop where

this milestone with a host of exciting activities including a puppet parade, crafty workshops and backstage tours to meet the Very Important Puppets currently treading the theatre’s boards.Big Dance 2012 July 7-15This nationwide celebration of dance will see

guide.  Summer of Love Craft FairJuly 1Creative families should pop along to Matthews Hall in Devon for this contemporary craft fair showcasing work by a selection of designers and makers from the local area. Several workshops will also be running

by encountering a most pleasant spot for al-fresco diningThe National Football MuseumOpens July 6Be on the starting line-up of visitors to Manchester’s brand new state-of-the-art football museum for a chance to see sporting memorabilia, take a referee challenge