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11–12 July Near Mount Pleasant

Not every listing gets a golden ticket

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.

Happening Saturday 11 July to Sunday 12 July.
Picked for Mount Pleasant, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.

Our 7 picks near Mount Pleasant

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Children's Church

at St Mary the Virgin

Children from 3yrs upwards are welcome to join in with stories, games, activities and play. When the weather permits, we make the most of our beautiful outdoor church. Very young children are welcome to join with parents/carers in our play area where there are toys and games for everyone!

33 milesSun 12 Jul11:30
Local gemSee the details→
Children & Family

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Creative Kids

at Fox Yard Studio

Fox Yard Studio is pleased to introduce fun and engaging art workshops to unleash your child’s creativity! Come and spend some quality time together with your child in our art studio! Theme: Cyanotype Prints for Kids Description: This is a fun and exciting workshop introducing Cyanotype printing ideal and safe for kids. Cyanotype is an old monochromatic photographic printing method which results in a beautiful cyan-blue print. You will be guided throughout the process, from arranging objects on paper or fabric, to light exposure, washing and drying your prints. Includes additional experimental techniques! This is another of our perfect parent-child art project for you to bond and have fun together! Learn more

43.3 milesSat 11 Jul
CuratedSee the details→
Children & Family

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