The sun is shining (on-and-off!) and school's out for summer, so the timing couldn’t be better for Love Parks Week 2011. From July 23–31 everyone can enjoy the best their local park has to offer with a whole host of outdoor activities up and down

of advice – don’t pack spaghetti for lunch. The Glasgow ShowJuly 21–22Glasgow Green will be awash with activity during this annual weekend festival celebrating Glasgow’s rich cultural tapestry. Activities are set to include countryside activities, madcap

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

Families seeking a breath of fresh air should head for The Forge in Camden on February 4, where the regular farmer's market will be offering a selection of delicious local foods as well as an afternoon of gardening activities for all ages.Green

-luxe bespoke service, Sharky & George are also offering tailor made activity days for young hotel guests. Perhaps your budding movie mogul fancies a day learning how to shoot films and use special effects? Or how about a treasure hunt through Green Park

families to get their hands dirty, working together with local artist,Jo Dacombe to create large, personal sculptures.Bread BakingJanuary 8Green’s Windmill in Nottingham will be providing the flour for keen young bakers to try their hand at creating a

seasonal beauty will be supplemented by a range of activities for all of the family.Robin Hood PageantOctober 29–30Pull on your green tights and brush up on your archery skills for this year’s Robin Hood Pageant at Nottingham Castle. The ancestral home

in Omagh, a local artist will bring the story to life by creating a mural before your very eyes.Autumnfest 2011September 24Celebrate the wonders of autumn at Carfunnock Country Park with a day of seasonal activities for the whole family. Watch live

.Halloween SpooktacularOctober 29Bathed in ghoulish green light with a spook and a scare around every corner Shugborough Historic Estate in Stafford is sure to be enveloped in ghoulish atmosphere. Typically a sell out event, this spectacular evening includes a children

Green Day OutJuly 1This event at Morden Hall Park offers a fresh family day out and a chance to up your eco-credentials to boot. Children can take part in recycled crafts, learn about wildlife conservation and take a twirl with the Greensleaves