Browse the siteWelcome! From bumps to teens we have it covered.
This is your one-stop site for everything you need to know about living in Harpenden with children.
Advertising Feature by Kings soccer school
These football camps are suitable for children of all abilities, in school years Reception to Year 9. During the course, children will participate in skills coaching, competitions and small-sided games. All coaches are experienced P.E Teachers and F.A qualified Coaches. You can opt for any number of days.
⚽ Alongside our usual groups we have Girls' only groups on 18th, 21st, 25th and 28th August.
⚽ 5 hours of coaching each day. 10am-3pm.
⚽ Complimentary early drop-off/late pick-up available - 8.30-4pm.
⚽ It takes place at the 3G pitch at Harpenden Town FC, Amenbury Lane, Harpenden, AL5 2EF.
Please contact [email protected] for further information.
Our Saturday morning football programme starts on Saturday 5th September and runs for 12 weeks. We are based on the grass at Roundwood Park School. Our sessions are for children or all abilities who are in school years Reception - Year 9.
Children are grouped according to the school year they are in. Please contact [email protected] for further information.
Advertising Feature by Baking Buddies
At Baking Buddies, we believe baking is about so much more than following a recipe. Through our classes, we help children build confidence, creativity, independence and lifelong skills in a fun, encouraging and inclusive environment. Every child is welcomed as part of our Baking Buddies family and encouraged to learn at their own pace, celebrate their achievements and take pride in all they create.
This summer, we're delighted to be running our popular Summer Baking Camp at High Beeches Primary School throughout August. Suitable for children aged 6–11+, our sessions include both sweet and savoury bakes each day, from biscuits and cakes to delicious desserts. Half-day sessions cost £38.85 and full-day sessions cost £48.80.
We're also excited to be launching our Family Baking Around the World sessions, where families can explore recipes and cultures from across the globe together. Taking place on Saturday 12th September, 10th October, 14th November and 12th December from 9.30am–12.30pm at the Discovery Den, High Beeches Primary School, Harpenden. Sessions cost £30 for one adult and one child, with additional children £10 each. These sessions are SEND friendly and include a sensory area for children who may benefit from taking some time away from baking.
To find out more, visit www.bakingbuddiesfun.co.uk or book your place at https://baking-buddies.classforkids.io.
Building confidence, one bake at a time.
Join in the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge
Looking for activities for your children this summer? Why not encourage your them to join the Summer Reading Challenge taking place at all libraries across Hertfordshire, including at Harpenden Library. This year's challenge launches on Saturday 4th July.
Children can pop into the library any time from Saturday 4th to join. This year's challenge theme is “Read to the Beat” - bringing together the power of reading and music.
After every 2 books read, children can return to the library to collect stickers to add to their sticker book and complete the challenge. Your child can borrow and read any books, e-Books and audiobooks of their choice in any genre they like: fiction, fact books, poetry, joke books, picture books and graphic novels all count. And for younger children sharing a book with parents and carers counts. You will find lots of inspiration in the library and on the Summer Reading Challenge website.
Children who read 6 books and complete the challenge by 5th September will receive a certificate and medal.
Draw with Rob Exhibition
(FREE)
27th March
- 20th September
St Albans Museum & Gallery, St Albans
Join the Zoo Crew!
18th July
- 2nd September
Whipsnade Zoo, Dunstable
Great British Summer
18th July
- 6th September
Wrest Park, Silsoe
Summer Spectacular
18th July
- 2nd September
Willows Activity Farm, London Colney
Jordans Mill - Summer Games Trail
18th July
- 2nd September
Jordans Mill, Biggleswade
Shaggy's Summer Spectacular
18th July
- 31st August
Mead Open Farm, Billington
aMOOzing Summer Saver Pass
18th July
- 1st September
Woodside Animal Farm, Slip End
Summer of Play
(FREE)
20th July
- 31st August
Dunstable Downs, Dunstable
Brick Journeys - created for little explorers
(FREE)
20th July
- 31st August
RAF Museum London, London
Summer Explorer Pass
20th July
- 1st September
Herrings Green Activity Farm, Wilstead
KidsFest
22nd July
- 31st August
Lee Valley Animal Adventure Park, Waltham Abbey
The Great Dragon Adventure
22nd July
- 1st September
Discover Bucks Museum, Aylesbury
Summer Sizzler
23rd July
- 1st September
Odds Farm Park, High Wycombe
The Birds and Beyond Bingo Challenge
25th July
- 31st August
RSPB Rye Meads, Stanstead Abbots
The Summertime Senses Trail
25th July
- 31st August
RSPB Rye Meads, Stanstead Abbots
Family Fun Crafting
27th July
- 24th August
Frogmore Paper Mill, Hemel Hempstead
Summer Fun for Families
1st August
- 31st August
Bletchley Park, Bletchley
Kindred Nurseries: Awe and Wonder Challenge
1st August
- 31st August
Virtual Event
Pop Up Beach
(FREE)
8th August
- 23rd August
Civic Centre (nr Alban Arena), St Albans
TO INFINITY… AND BEYOND!
10th August
- 14th August
The Galleria, Hatfield
Down the Woods
10th August
- 16th August
Standalone Farm, Letchworth Garden City
Summer Family Activities: Imagine That
11th August
- 13th August
Hertford Museum, Hertford
Summer Crafts
11th August
- 13th August
British Schools Museum, Hitchin
Walter's Wildlife Heroes
(FREE)
11th August
- 14th August
Natural History Museum at Tring, Tring
Self-led Pond Dipping at Rye Meads
12th August
- 16th August
RSPB Rye Meads, Stanstead Abbots
Creative Make and Take: Learn to draw - portraits
13th August
Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton
Games & Glue
13th August
High Street Methodist Church, Harpenden
Pottery painting with Glaze Time
13th August
Old Cock Inn, Harpenden
Big Camp August - Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Estate
14th August
Dunstable Downs, Dunstable
Creative Make & Take -Strawplait bookmarks
14th August
Wardown House, Museum & Gallery, Luton
Summer Storyboats
14th August
Frogmore Paper Mill Wharf, Hemel Hempstead
CANCELLED Matilda the Musical - Outdoor Cinema
14th August
Highfield Park, St Albans
Summer Holiday Natures Way Forest School
14th August
Tewinbury Farm, Welwyn
Kids Summer Party
14th August
Tewinbury Farm, Welwyn
Stay & Play
14th August
High Street Methodist Church, Harpenden
Monkey Music Summer Workshop
14th August
Eric Morecambe, Rothamsted Park Trail
Summer Celtic Warrior Experience
14th August
Celtic Harmony Camp, Brickendon
Train Fun Day
15th August
High Street Church, Harpenden
Summer Sessions - Street Performer Angie Mack
(FREE)
15th August
Church Green, Harpenden
CANCELLED Jumanji - Outdoor Cinema
15th August
Highfield Park, St Albans
The Faery Trail
15th August
- 16th August
Celtic Harmony Camp, Brickendon
Brickendon Disc Golf
15th August
- 16th August
Celtic Harmony Camp, Brickendon
Day out with Thomas
15th August
- 16th August
Buckinghamshire Railway Centre, Aylesbury
Tudor Merriment
15th August
- 16th August
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Chalfont St. Giles
My Voice - Summer Science Club @ Harpenden Library
(FREE)
15th August
Harpenden Library, 27 High Street
Archery & Axe Throwing Experience
15th August
- 16th August
Celtic Harmony Camp, Brickendon
SENDsational Mornings
(FREE)
16th August
Natural History Museum at Tring, Tring
Animal Encounters
18th August
Van Hage Garden Centre, Great Amwell
Smartphone Safari
18th August
Grebe House, St Albans
Ceramic Tile Painting
18th August
St Albans Museum & Gallery, St Albans
Autism Friendly Early Opening
18th August
Knebworth House & Gardens, Knebworth
Summer Sessions - Pop-up Farm
(FREE)
18th August
Rothamsted Park, Harpenden
Creative Make and Take: Fossil making
18th August
Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton
Summer Family Activities: Lines & Lines
18th August
- 20th August
Hertford Museum, Hertford
Summer Crafts
18th August
- 20th August
British Schools Museum, Hitchin
Outdoor Theatre: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
19th August
Shaw's Corner, near Welwyn
Archaeology for Families
19th August
Verulamium Museum, St Albans
Creative Make & Take -South Asian Batik Painting (Wax resist)
19th August
Wardown House, Museum & Gallery, Luton
Hands on History
(FREE)
19th August
Knebworth House & Gardens, Knebworth
Forest School
19th August
Highfield Park Pavillion, St Albans
Self-led Pond Dipping at Rye Meads
19th August
- 23rd August
RSPB Rye Meads, Stanstead Abbots
Summer Steaming Day - Kids go for £1
19th August
Buckinghamshire Railway Centre, Aylesbury
Summer Holiday Natures Way Forest School
19th August
Tewinbury Farm, Welwyn
Kids Pottery Workshop - Desk Tidy Pots
19th August
Tewinbury Farm, Welwyn
Master Builders LEGO Fun
19th August
- 21st August
The Galleria, Hatfield
Pottery painting with Glaze Time
19th August
Inn on the Green, Harpenden
Master Builders @ the Galleria
19th August
- 21st August
The Galleria, Ware
Games & Glue
13th August
High Street Methodist Church, Harpenden
Pottery painting with Glaze Time
13th August
Old Cock Inn, Harpenden
Stay & Play
14th August
High Street Methodist Church, Harpenden
Train Fun Day
15th August
High Street Church, Harpenden
Summer Sessions - Street Performer Angie Mack
(FREE)
15th August
Church Green, Harpenden
Summer Sessions - Pop-up Farm
(FREE)
18th August
Rothamsted Park, Harpenden
Pottery painting with Glaze Time
19th August
Inn on the Green, Harpenden
Games & Glue
20th August
High Street Methodist Church, Harpenden
Pottery painting with Glaze Time
20th August
Old Cock Inn, Harpenden
Stay & Play
21st August
High Street Methodist Church, Harpenden
Music in Lydekker
(FREE)
22nd August
Lydekker Park, Harpenden
Harpenden Farmer's Market
(FREE)
23rd August
Lower High Street, Harpenden
Pottery painting with Glaze Time
26th August
Inn on the Green, Harpenden
Summer Sessions - Ha Ha Harpenden Comedy Night
27th August
Park Hall, Harpenden
Page One Book Hour: K-Pop Special
27th August
Harpenden Library, Harpenden
Games & Glue
27th August
High Street Methodist Church, Harpenden
Stay & Play
28th August
High Street Methodist Church, Harpenden
Summer Special Little City and Toddlersense
28th August
Ninth Harpenden Scouthut, Harpenden
Pottery painting with Glaze Time
2nd September
Inn on the Green, Harpenden
Pottery painting with Glaze Time
3rd September
Old Cock Inn, Harpenden
Harpenden Festival
(FREE)
5th September
Town Centre & Harpenden Common, Harpenden
Statty Funfair
8th September
- 12th September
Harpenden Common, Harpenden
Lea Singers Open Rehearsal
(FREE)
9th September
Old Library, St. George's School, Harpenden
Brambleton Model Railway Club Autumn Open Day
12th September
Brambleton Model Railway Club, Harpenden
Harpenden Sustainability Market
(FREE)
20th September
Harpenden Common, Harpenden
Harpenden Farmer's Market
(FREE)
27th September
Lower High Street, Harpenden
Why not browse through some of the listings we have recently added to the site...
© 2012-2026 Mum's Guide To Limited (All rights reserved)
Registered in England & Wales No.8045592
"Mum's guide to Harpenden", "Mum's guide to", and the "Mum's guide to" Logo are trade marks of Mum's Guide To Limited
Please be aware that this website uses a mixture of paid-for advertising from local and national businesses, as well as pay-per-click programmes.
.png)
.jpg)
.jpg)
