45 Days Of FunOpen Now–August 14There will be no excuse to stay indoors this summer with The Gyle, Edinburgh organising 45 days of free summer activities from 1st July. Children of all ages can get involved with activities ranging from free pop

fireworks displays and plenty of other offshore entertainment.Isle of Wight CarnivalsJuly 23-September 3There will be a total of 14 carnivals and parades taking place in the Isle of Wight this summer. From the Sandown main carnival to the Ryde Illuminated

The birds are singing, the sun is shining (albeit sporadically) and the anticipation of those long-awaited summer holidays is in the air. Whether you are looking forward to an overseas sojourn in exotic climes or a season spent eating charred meat

, sporting activities and take a ride on traditional fairground attractions.Summer craft and food fairJuly 14, 15Bring the whole family for a wonder around Attingham Park in Shrewsbury today for their summer craft and food fair where families can sample

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

medal for their efforts. Special Olympic packages will also be available throughout the periodSummer At The MuseumJuly 2–August 12The National Museum Of Scotland in Edinburgh will be running a six week programme of free activities for children during

Midsummer LabyrinthMay 5–July 12Pack a picnic and wind your way to Nostell Priory and Parkland, West Yorkshire, for the summer opening of their enormous labyrinth. Those who make it into the centre of this mysterious trail will be rewarded

Pig-ScotJune 23Children and adults alike should dig out their race day finery and head along to Cantref Aventure Farm for Wales’ premier porcine racing event! Cheer on the farm’s resident pigs as they trot around a specially built racing track during this brilliant (and ever-so-s...

Morris dancers.Little Angel Summer PartyJuly 7As one of the country’s leading puppet theatres, it is perfectly fitting that the Little Angel Theatre are dedicating their annual summer party to the 350th birthday of Punch and Judy. Children can celebrate

summer bloom just in time for this monthly workshop. Green-fingered families who want their gardening skills to blossom should pop along to pick up tips and learn seasonal and topical ideas to try at home.