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10 picks around Wing (Buckinghamshire), from 10 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.
These picks come from the same behind-the-scenes legwork that powers Near Here. We check a frankly silly number of local listings, then keep the family-friendly ones that are nearby, properly described, and worth recommending.
1at At Home Farm
Magic Meadows Festival is designed to bring families together through joyful, hands-on experiences in nature. Whether you're getting stuck into one of our immersive workshops, getting crafty in the marquee, dancing to live music or unwinding in the wellness yurt , this is a one-day family festival is where imaginations run wild and precious family memories are made.
2Free! (worth double-checking)at intu Milton Keynes Multi-Storey Car Park Entrance
This July is the Moon Landing anniversary and to celebrate your little ones will create moonscapes and rockets from recycled materials including egg boxes and paper tubes.
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3An informal cafe church, with crafts and activities, songs and a story. Suitable for the whole family, including those with younger children.
4Free! (worth double-checking)Keep it local and entertain the kids at your local museum during the summer holidays. Looking for a fun, educational, and hands-on day out…
5An informal service without the Eucharist for all members of the family, held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month
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7Sunday School for children of all ages runs each Sunday from 12.45pm to 1.45pm during school terms. A warm welcome is assured, so feel free to get in touch and enrol your children today! for more information or to arrange a free pick up door to door. All Sunday School teachers and helpers are DBS checked and our Sunday School operates safeguarding policies and procedures with the help of thirtyoneeight.org. Sunday school reopens at…
8Book tickets for Fun Kids Science Quest - Live! at J2 at Cambridge Junction. Prepare to be wowed as the hugely popular Fun Kids Science Quest comes to Cambridge! Fun Kids radio presenter Dan Simpson brings the weirdest and coolest stuff in science to the stage, making it more fun than it's ever been in any classroom! With hilarious experiments, exciting guests and games, Dan takes young audiences on a one hour journey into how the world works - and beyond! Join Dan and special guests Dr Matthew Bothwell and Dr Andrew Farrer from Cambridge Science Centre for a show that is truly out of this world! Matthew Bothwell is the Public Astronomer at The University of Cambridge, an experienced science communicator and science writer. He has published three popular astronomy books for both adults and children: The Great Alien Hunt (2025, DK), Astrophysics for Supervillains (2024, DK), and The Invisible Universe: Why There’s More to Reality than Meets the Eye (2021, Oneworld). Matthew gives public lectures (past venues include the Royal Institution, New Scientist, the Royal Astronomical Society, and the British Astronomical Association), and his science writing has appeared in New Scientist, The Daily Beast, Aeon magazine, The Guardian, Writer's Digest, and more.
9Join us for a Family Fiesta Brunch at Madera. Set on the 15th floor with spectacular skyline views across London, enjoy a leisurely Cali-Mexican-inspired brunch while the little ones head off on an adventure of their own.Children will enjoy 90 minutes of games, activities, and high-energy fun in a dedicated entertainment space beside the restaurant, hosted by our friends at Sharky + George.Expect a mix of timeless favourites including parachute games, tug of war, giant bubbles, dancing, and energetic team challenges, all designed to keep little guests entertained while grown-ups enjoy a relaxed brunch.Two entertainment sessions are available, beginning at 12pm and 1.30pm. Suitable for children aged 4–10 years.Important Booking InformationTo help you make the most of your experience, we recommend reserving your table 45 minutes before your child's entertainment session. This gives your child plenty of time to enjoy their brunch before heading into the 90-minute Sharky + George session.What to expectCali-Mexican brunch at MaderaSpectacular rooftop views across London's skylineSet menu for adults (£40pp, including a margarita)Children's menu (£20pp)90 minutes of supervised entertainment from Sharky + GeorgeParachute games, tug of war, giant bubbles, dancing and moreTwo entertainment sessions: 12pm and 1.30pmSuitable for children aged 4–10 years
10Family Link is hosting an exciting community event called Bonkers Bingo. The event will take place on Saturday 25th July, starting from 6pm, at the Orpington Methodist Church located at 19 Sevenoaks Road, BR6 9JH. Tickets cost £10 for 5 rounds of bingo. The evening promises plenty of entertainment, including bonkers prizes, dancing and fun, alongside refreshments like hot drinks and cakes. Those interested in attending are asked to buy their tickets directly from Kenzie by calling or messaging https://www.familylinkcharity.com/events-fundraising/ [1: 'https://www.familylinkcharity.com/events-fundraising/'] *Please note: this event is not delivered by Community Links Bromley. Contact Family Link [2] for further information on the event* [1] https://www.familylinkcharity.com/events-fundraising/ [2] https://www.familylinkcharity.com/contact-us/
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