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Families This Weekend in Kimpton
A tidy shortlist for families who would quite like to leave the house without spending half the morning opening tabs. We keep it local, useful, and blessedly free of events that tell you absolutely nothing.
10 picks around Kimpton, from 8 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.
25–26 July Near Kimpton
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 25 July to Sunday 26 July.
Picked for Kimpton, 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 10 picks near Kimpton
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2Magic Meadows Family Festival
at 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.
14 milesSat 25 Jul
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3Children's Church
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!
15.3 milesSun 26 Jul10:30
4Free! (worth double-checking)Soho Theatre Walthamstow’s Big Family Day
186 Hoe Street, Walthamstow, London, E17 4QH We are a 5 minute walk from Walthamstow Central tube station, which is only 20 minutes from central London on the Victoria Line, and 15 minutes from Liverpool Street station on the Overground. There are numerous buses that stop nearby and outside the venue.
21.8 milesSat 25 Jul
5Family Cafe Church
An informal cafe church, with crafts and activities, songs and a story. Suitable for the whole family, including those with younger children.
14.2 milesSun 26 Jul14:30
6Family Fun in the Park Event
Family Fun in the Park at Horsenden Hill is a festival-style outdoor event featuring nine giant inflatables, unlimited activities, games, food, and music. Running on select weekends, it offers a safe, fully staffed day with wristband access.
21.1 milesSun 26 Jul£5
7Family Fun in the Park
UNLIMITED DAY PASS Wristbands are required for children and adults taking part in activities, with one parent or carer included free per wristband. £ 21 Family Fun in the Park Activity Wristband
21.1 milesSun 26 Jul14:00£21
8Family Fun in the Park Event
Family Fun in the Park at Horsenden Hill is a festival-style outdoor event featuring nine giant inflatables, unlimited activities, games, food, and music. Running on select weekends, it offers a safe, fully staffed day with wristband access.
21.1 milesSun 26 Jul14:00
9Free! (worth double-checking)July Bright Ideas Kids Club: Rockets and Moonscapes
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.
23.7 milesSat 25 Jul
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