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Welcome to your essential guide to what's on for children and families over the next few months in and around Hertford.
If you are running an event for families or children that you would like to list here please complete our online form to send us the details.
We do our best to ensure dates, timings and details about events on this page are accurate. However, to avoid unnecessary disappointment please do double check details before setting off!
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North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Time: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
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The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Time: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Fri 5th July 2019 - Fri 19th July 2019
Time: 19:00/19:30-22:00
Make the most of midsummer with three weeks of Museum Lates with our Fun Fridays. Experience jazz, gin, dancing and song after hours at these new informal evenings. From 5th July to 19th of July, each Friday evening will see a different event taking place in the Museum's unique setting.
Friday 5th July Gin and Jazz 7.30pm - 10pm (over 18s only)
Join us for an evening of jazz music performed by Jazz Lane and enjoy a glass or two of gin.
Tickets £15 per person including a gin cocktail
Friday 12th July Jubilate Concert 7pm - 10pm
Listen to award winning choir Jubilate, who have been featured on Classic FM, perform a concert at the Museum.
Jubilate is an award-winning choir which was formed in 1999 and currently has around 40 members. Led by professional singer and choral director Sarah Stroh, the choir is known for its entertaining repertoire, high standard of performance and sense of fun. Jubilate's slogan is 'Voices in Celebration', which reflects our love of singing and laughter. We take our singing seriously but not ourselves!
In May 2018, they won four trophies - including the prestigious Gold Cup for most outstanding choir - at the Cheltenham Festival of Performing Arts. In December 2017 a track from our Christmas CD was broadcast on Classic FM and we've also been broadcast on BBC Radio 3, singing three pieces composed especially for us by Ailie Robertson as part of Making Music's Adopt a Composer scheme.
Tickets £11 per adult and £5 for children
Friday 19th July Barn Dance 7.30pm - 10pm
Join in the barn dance with ceilidh band Tamlin. Limited tickets.
Tickets £25 per person inclusive of a vegan or meat chilli dinner.
Tickets on sale soon.more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Time: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Time: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Time: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Time: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Fri 5th July 2019 - Fri 19th July 2019
Time: 19:00/19:30-22:00
Make the most of midsummer with three weeks of Museum Lates with our Fun Fridays. Experience jazz, gin, dancing and song after hours at these new informal evenings. From 5th July to 19th of July, each Friday evening will see a different event taking place in the Museum's unique setting.
Friday 5th July Gin and Jazz 7.30pm - 10pm (over 18s only)
Join us for an evening of jazz music performed by Jazz Lane and enjoy a glass or two of gin.
Tickets £15 per person including a gin cocktail
Friday 12th July Jubilate Concert 7pm - 10pm
Listen to award winning choir Jubilate, who have been featured on Classic FM, perform a concert at the Museum.
Jubilate is an award-winning choir which was formed in 1999 and currently has around 40 members. Led by professional singer and choral director Sarah Stroh, the choir is known for its entertaining repertoire, high standard of performance and sense of fun. Jubilate's slogan is 'Voices in Celebration', which reflects our love of singing and laughter. We take our singing seriously but not ourselves!
In May 2018, they won four trophies - including the prestigious Gold Cup for most outstanding choir - at the Cheltenham Festival of Performing Arts. In December 2017 a track from our Christmas CD was broadcast on Classic FM and we've also been broadcast on BBC Radio 3, singing three pieces composed especially for us by Ailie Robertson as part of Making Music's Adopt a Composer scheme.
Tickets £11 per adult and £5 for children
Friday 19th July Barn Dance 7.30pm - 10pm
Join in the barn dance with ceilidh band Tamlin. Limited tickets.
Tickets £25 per person inclusive of a vegan or meat chilli dinner.
Tickets on sale soon.more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Time: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Time: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Hertford Theatre, The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PS
Sat 20th July 2019
Time: 8pm
An intimate evening of close-up magic, trickery and sleight of hand with 3 magicians.
Close Up Magic is one of the most popular and impressive forms of the art and this unique event showcases some of the best exponents direct from the sell out shows at The Magic Circle.
Audiences get to experience the magic in the intimate setting of our Studio, often taking part themselves.
Prepare to be amazed!
The format is informal with a limited audience so they can be as close to the magic as possible.
Magicians of contrasting styles perform a 25 minute set in turn, typically with cards, coins and borrowed objects.
There is a short interval between each act to help the audience catch their breath before the show resumes.
Although all shows are of a universal nature and young enthusiasts are welcomed, 80 minutes of close-up is not usually recommended for those under 10.more...
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North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Time: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
Paradise Wildlife Park, White Stubbs Ln, Broxbourne, EN10 7QA
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 21st July 2019
Time: 09:30 - 17:00
Join us on Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st July as we celebrate Zebra & Camel Weekend here at Paradise Wildlife Park! Over the course of weekend there will be promotions, games, gifts and a few scrummy treats. Join us for what is going to be a briliant weekend raising funds and awareness for conservation charities.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Time: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Knebworth House, Knebworth, SG1 2AX
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 21st July 2019
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
Whilst enjoying a visit to the Park and 28-acres of Formal Gardens on Saturday 20th July and Sunday 21st July (10:00 am to 5:00 pm each day, last admission 4:00 pm), you can enjoy The Great British Food Festival at no additional charge.
FOOD - DRINK - MUSIC
The Great British Food Festival is returning to Knebworth House for its third year, bringing amazing artisan producers, scrumptious street food and brilliant bars.
Come along and top up your culinary skills in the captivating cookery demos or watch warriors take on the Men v Food challenges. Chill to soothing live music while the children try their hand at a cookery lesson before going off to make giant bubbles or learn circus skills!
Your ticket includes on-site parking.
The perfect recipe for a fun, foodie, family day out!
Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome in the event site and Park but not in the House, Gardens, Dinosaur Trail, inside Fort Knebworth or food marquees. Working assistance dogs are welcome in all areas.more...
Visit website
Knebworth House, Knebworth, SG1 2AX
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 21st July 2019
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
Whilst enjoying a visit to the Park and 28-acres of Formal Gardens on Saturday 20th July and Sunday 21st July (10:00 am to 5:00 pm each day, last admission 4:00 pm), you can enjoy The Great British Food Festival at no additional charge.
FOOD - DRINK - MUSIC
The Great British Food Festival is returning to Knebworth House for its third year, bringing amazing artisan producers, scrumptious street food and brilliant bars.
Come along and top up your culinary skills in the captivating cookery demos or watch warriors take on the Men v Food challenges. Chill to soothing live music while the children try their hand at a cookery lesson before going off to make giant bubbles or learn circus skills!
Your ticket includes on-site parking.
The perfect recipe for a fun, foodie, family day out!
Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome in the event site and Park but not in the House, Gardens, Dinosaur Trail, inside Fort Knebworth or food marquees. Working assistance dogs are welcome in all areas.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Time: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Time: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Time: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Time: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
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Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Fri 2nd August 2019
Time: 10am-5pm
From the 20th July-2nd August every child will leave Willows with their very own sunflower to take home and look after.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
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Hertford Castle, Castle Street, HERTFORD, Sg14 1HR
Sun 21st July 2019
Time: 12:00-16:00
Hertford Castle Teddy Bears' Picnic with Brass Band Concert & Fun on the Water
Sunday 21st July
12pm - 4pm
Families and friends are invited to attend the annual Teddy Bears' Picnic held in the Castle Grounds. Children are encouraged to bring along a teddy to the event. There will be a bear hunt, teddy bear parade, magic shows, bouncy castle and activities arena.
A live brass band concert will perform throughout the day and Hertford Castle will be open to the public to explore. Hertford Canoe Club will be running free water activities on the River Lea for children and adults to enjoy.
Confirmed - The fantastic Welwyn Garden City Brass Band will be playing throughout the afternoon, bringing the music and atmosphere with them.
Also confirmed are the Hertford Canoe Club (www.hertscanoeclub.co.uk) who have been hugely popular over the last few years so make sure you pop over to see them on the Island.more...
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Hartham Common, Hertford, SG14 1QR
Sun 21st July 2019
Time: 9am - 11:30pm
Adult, Junior and Children's Entry Level Triathlon
GO TRI Triathlon - Sunday 21st July - Hartham Common, Hertford
Adults - 9am - 300m swim, 2. 5k cycle 1.5k run
Juniors - 10am - 150m swim, 1k cycle 1.5k run
Children - 10:30am - 50m swim, 1k cycle, 500m run
Active East Herts have partnered with GO TRI and British Triathlon to run this event. We are here to help you Get Started in your triathlon and multisport journey.
What is a GO TRI?
A GO TRI event is an entry level race with shorter distances which allow anyone to take part in the knowledge they can complete the race. Whether it be someones first ever foray into the multi-race world or if you are training for a full on triathlon, GO TRI is a great place to challenge you in your journey. You will be getting a full body workout and burning calories. GO TRI is a great way to maintain a positive mental outlook - to meet new people and have fun whilst doing something different!
Who can sign up?
GO TRI has been uniquely developed to ensure there is something for everyone, no matter your age, experience or ability. We believe that every single person deserves a GO TRI experience. Whether you are a regular runner or a complete novice, the distances are designed to be achievable for everyone.
We want you to feel that GO TRI is for YOU!
For more information have a look at the flyer or contact Adam: [email protected]
Or call on: 07538 706 560
Book here: https://www.active.com/search?keywords=Hertford+GO+TRI&location=London%2C+EN&category=Activities&daterange=All+future+datesmore...
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North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Time: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
Paradise Wildlife Park, White Stubbs Ln, Broxbourne, EN10 7QA
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 21st July 2019
Time: 09:30 - 17:00
Join us on Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st July as we celebrate Zebra & Camel Weekend here at Paradise Wildlife Park! Over the course of weekend there will be promotions, games, gifts and a few scrummy treats. Join us for what is going to be a briliant weekend raising funds and awareness for conservation charities.more...
Visit website
Buckinghamshire Railway Centre, Quainton Road Station, Quainton, Aylesbury, HP22 4BY
Sun 21st July 2019
Time: 10.30am - 5pm
Two PAW Patrol events this Summer!
Chase is coming on Sunday 21st July and Marshall is coming on Sunday 18th August!
On Sunday 21st July, Chase will appear at intervals throughout the day - don't forget your cameras!
Steam train rides are included in the ticket price and will run approximately every 20 minutes from platform 4 and we are also running brake van rides over the footbridge from platform 3 from approximately 11. 30am-3pm. The miniature railway is also open this weekend; it is run by a separate society and they charge £1 per person age 3+.
We also have the colouring tables set up inside the visitor centre and a PAW Patrol Hunt game for the children to find pictures of the characters around the visitor centre to then collect a packet of sweeties!
We hope you have a great day out - see you soon!
Steam train rides for everyone, visit our Railway Museum, enjoy our stunning glass-roofed visitor centre and the beautiful steam locomotive and carriages on display. Take a trip on our fun miniature railway (£1 per person age 3+) and watch the model trains! Lots of fun for everyone!
On the gate prices:
Adult: £14
Senior £13
Child (5-15): £10
Family (2a+4c): £42.50more...
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The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Time: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Knebworth House, Knebworth, SG1 2AX
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 21st July 2019
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
Whilst enjoying a visit to the Park and 28-acres of Formal Gardens on Saturday 20th July and Sunday 21st July (10:00 am to 5:00 pm each day, last admission 4:00 pm), you can enjoy The Great British Food Festival at no additional charge.
FOOD - DRINK - MUSIC
The Great British Food Festival is returning to Knebworth House for its third year, bringing amazing artisan producers, scrumptious street food and brilliant bars.
Come along and top up your culinary skills in the captivating cookery demos or watch warriors take on the Men v Food challenges. Chill to soothing live music while the children try their hand at a cookery lesson before going off to make giant bubbles or learn circus skills!
Your ticket includes on-site parking.
The perfect recipe for a fun, foodie, family day out!
Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome in the event site and Park but not in the House, Gardens, Dinosaur Trail, inside Fort Knebworth or food marquees. Working assistance dogs are welcome in all areas.more...
Visit website
Knebworth House, Knebworth, SG1 2AX
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 21st July 2019
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
Whilst enjoying a visit to the Park and 28-acres of Formal Gardens on Saturday 20th July and Sunday 21st July (10:00 am to 5:00 pm each day, last admission 4:00 pm), you can enjoy The Great British Food Festival at no additional charge.
FOOD - DRINK - MUSIC
The Great British Food Festival is returning to Knebworth House for its third year, bringing amazing artisan producers, scrumptious street food and brilliant bars.
Come along and top up your culinary skills in the captivating cookery demos or watch warriors take on the Men v Food challenges. Chill to soothing live music while the children try their hand at a cookery lesson before going off to make giant bubbles or learn circus skills!
Your ticket includes on-site parking.
The perfect recipe for a fun, foodie, family day out!
Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome in the event site and Park but not in the House, Gardens, Dinosaur Trail, inside Fort Knebworth or food marquees. Working assistance dogs are welcome in all areas.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Time: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Time: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Time: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Hertford Museum, Hertford Museum, 18 Bull Plain, SG14 1DT
Sun 21st July 2019
Time: 1 - 4pm
Sunday 21st July
1pm-4pm
Drop in for our special Sunday opening, take part in a simple craft activity and play with some traditional toys.
Its Free! Donations welcome!
more...
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Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
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Herring Green Activity Farm & Birds of Prey Centre, Cotton End Road, Wilstead, MK45 3DT
Sun 21st July 2019
Time: 10am - 4pm
Hop down the the farm and meet Peter Rabbit.
Peter will be out during the course of the day meeting our visitors, plus we have lots of activities for the whole family to enjoy; rabbit masks for the children, meet our giant rabbits, take part in our carrot hunt, enjoy all of our daily flying displays, animal keeper talks and meet and greets.
All of the activities are included in the general admission, no need to book just hop along and join in the family fun!
There'll be loads of opportunities for photos so don't forget your camera! Admission charges apply.more...
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Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Time: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
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Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Fri 2nd August 2019
Time: 10am-5pm
From the 20th July-2nd August every child will leave Willows with their very own sunflower to take home and look after.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
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Mudlarks Allotment , Cromwell Road, Hertford , SG13 7DP
Sun 21st July 2019
Join for the 1st open allotment of the year. Wander through the allotment and see the wonderful work of the Mudlarks gardeners.Entrance is free with fun activities for all.
Visit: http://mudlarksgarden.org.uk/2019-events/ for more information.more...
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18 Bull Plain, , Hertford,, SG14 1DT
Sun 21st July 2019
Time: 13:30-15:30
The Andrews Room will be open for families to enjoy a free play session. Come along and play with traditional wooden toys, read a book or two and made a summery 3-D kite picture!
Whilst you are here, why not use the discovery station toys to explore the galleries too? Its FREE, just drop in!more...
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Time: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
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The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Time: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Time: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Time: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Time: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
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8 Old Cross,, Hertford , SG14 1RB
Mon 22nd July 2019
Time: 11:15
All aboard! Create a train track round a hat ready for you summer holidays.
Cost £3 per child .
Maximum 8 places so booking recommended more...
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Time: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Fri 2nd August 2019
Time: 10am-5pm
From the 20th July-2nd August every child will leave Willows with their very own sunflower to take home and look after.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
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The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PS
Tue 23rd July 2019
Time: 10.30am
Tickets: £8, £6 concessions
Suitable: for ages 15+
Duration: 2hr, 1min
Other: Babies under 18mths are welcome to this screening. We leave the lights slightly on and the sound turned down a bit for a more baby friendly environment. There's also no need to leave the auditorium is baby needs soothing or feeding.
Director: Dexter Fletcher
Starring: Bryce Dallas Howard, Taron Egerton, Richard Madden
A musical fantasy about the fantastical human story of Elton John's breakthrough years.more...
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The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PS
Tue 23rd July 2019 - Wed 24th July 2019
Time: Various see below
Tuesday 23rd July, 1. 30pm
Wednesday 24th July, 4.30pm
Sunday 28th July, 11am
Tickets: £5
Duration: 1h 26min
Suitable for: most ages
Continuing the story of Max and his pet friends, following their secret lives after their owners leave them for work or school each day. more...
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North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Time: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Time: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Tue 23rd July 2019 - Thu 25th July 2019
Time: 10.30-11.00, 11.15-11.45, 14.30-15.00
Get up-close to dinosaur teeth and create a tooth pendant.
Different diets mean different teeth, whether big, sharp, small or blunt. See dinosaur specimens up-close and create a clay tooth necklace.
Suitable for ages 5+. Drop in. £2.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Time: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Time: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Time: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Time: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Fri 2nd August 2019
Time: 10am-5pm
From the 20th July-2nd August every child will leave Willows with their very own sunflower to take home and look after.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
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Sele Farm Community Centre, 25 Perrett Gardens, Hertford, , SG14 2LW
Tue 23rd July 2019
Time: 7.15pm
The gut microbiome is a complex community of over 100 trillion microbes and has the power to determine our mental health, our food choices and our ability to fight off life threatening illnesses. Stress, anxiety, fatigue, depression and autism as well as obesity, bowel cancer, IBS, Chrohn's disease and inflammation, plus many more illnesses can be improved by balancing our gut microbiome.
In this 60 minute talk, you will learn exactly what the gut microbiome is and how it is affected by Diet, Lifestyle & Environment. It will cover why people find it difficult to lose weight and maintain a healthy weight thereafter and how we can rebalance and renew our microbiome with a unique and fully supported 21 day program.
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10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
more...
The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PS
Tue 23rd July 2019 - Wed 24th July 2019
Time: Various see below
Tuesday 23rd July, 1. 30pm
Wednesday 24th July, 4.30pm
Sunday 28th July, 11am
Tickets: £5
Duration: 1h 26min
Suitable for: most ages
Continuing the story of Max and his pet friends, following their secret lives after their owners leave them for work or school each day. more...
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The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PS
Wed 24th July 2019
Time: 10:30am
Wednesday 10th July, 4. 30pm
Wednesday 24th July, 10.30am
Tuesday 30th July, 10.30am
Tickets: £5
Duration: 2h 8min
Suitable for: most ages
A kind-hearted street urchin and a power-hungry Grand Vizier vie for a magic lamp that has the power to make their deepest wishes come true.
A live action remake of the popular Disney film!
(No Audio Description available)
Director: Guy Ritchie
Stars: Will Smith, Mena Massoud, Naomi Scottmore...
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North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Time: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Time: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Tue 23rd July 2019 - Thu 25th July 2019
Time: 10.30-11.00, 11.15-11.45, 14.30-15.00
Get up-close to dinosaur teeth and create a tooth pendant.
Different diets mean different teeth, whether big, sharp, small or blunt. See dinosaur specimens up-close and create a clay tooth necklace.
Suitable for ages 5+. Drop in. £2.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Time: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Time: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Time: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Time: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Fri 2nd August 2019
Time: 10am-5pm
From the 20th July-2nd August every child will leave Willows with their very own sunflower to take home and look after.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
more...
Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Standon Lordship, Ware, SG11 1EE
Thu 25th July 2019 - Sun 28th July 2019
Standon Calling Festival sits as an essential date in summer of incredible music, delicious food and drink, unrivalled entertainment and fun for all the family. For over 14 years, the Standon Lordship has opened its doors, welcoming guests, new and old, to its open and inclusive community based in the stunning Hertfordshire countryside.
From the very best in live music, (with 2019 seeing headliners Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Wolf Alice and Rag'n'Bone Man top a bill also featuring the likes of Friendly Fires, Roisin Murphy, Lewis Capaldi, IDLES, Echo & The Bunnymen and many more), to activities for those big and small (with Dick & Dom, How To Train A Dinosaur Live, the Standon Calling Dog Show and the built-in Swimming Pool all ready to dive into) and a sizzling late-night party atmosphere (with club night takeovers, acclaimed DJs and more) - through night and day Standon Calling is untouchable. Each year brings a new and eccentric theme to Saturday's parade, this year is no exception with 'Twisted Creatures: A Strange Evolution' expect a plethora of crazy costumed fun. Daring to be silly and dancing in technicolour, Standon Calling is the go-to summer get-together for those craving a unique festival experience.more...
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The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Tue 23rd July 2019 - Thu 25th July 2019
Times: 10.30-11.00, 11.15-11.45, 14.30-15.00
Get up-close to dinosaur teeth and create a tooth pendant.
Different diets mean different teeth, whether big, sharp, small or blunt. See dinosaur specimens up-close and create a clay tooth necklace.
Suitable for ages 5+. Drop in. £2.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular-Free Sunflowers
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Fri 2nd August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
From the 20th July-2nd August every child will leave Willows with their very own sunflower to take home and look after.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Meet a Princess Rapunzal and Face Painting!
Van Hage , Pepper Hill, Great Amwell, , Ware , SG12 9RP
Thu 25th July 2019
Times: 10am-12 noon
Meet Princess Rapunzel for a selfie and a story on July 25th,
10am - 12noon
All free of charge, no need to book
Face painting 10am - 12noon
July 25th and August 7th
Do some colouring-in while you wait!
Full face £4
Taking place in our Cafe courtyard gazebomore...
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Hertford Theatre, The Wash, HERTFORD, SG14 1PS
Fri 26th July 2019 - Sat 27th July 2019
Times: various (see below)
Tickets: £14
Friday 26th July, 1pm & 4pm
Saturday 27th July, 11am & 2pm
Duration: 55mins no interval
Suitable for: ages 3-8yr olds and their families. Slightly younger or older children may also enjoy the show.
Based on the book by Claire Freedman & Ben Cort
Adapted & directed by Adam Bampton-Smith
Aliens love underpants
Of every shape and size
But there are no underpants in space
So here's a big surprise!
This zany and hilarious tale based on the best-selling children's book is wonderfully brought to life on stage for the very first time.
With stunning effects, madcap action, original music (and lots of aliens of course!) this fantastically fresh and funny production will delight the whole family.
You'll laugh your PANTS off!more...
Visit website
The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
more...
Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Standon Lordship, Ware, SG11 1EE
Thu 25th July 2019 - Sun 28th July 2019
Standon Calling Festival sits as an essential date in summer of incredible music, delicious food and drink, unrivalled entertainment and fun for all the family. For over 14 years, the Standon Lordship has opened its doors, welcoming guests, new and old, to its open and inclusive community based in the stunning Hertfordshire countryside.
From the very best in live music, (with 2019 seeing headliners Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Wolf Alice and Rag'n'Bone Man top a bill also featuring the likes of Friendly Fires, Roisin Murphy, Lewis Capaldi, IDLES, Echo & The Bunnymen and many more), to activities for those big and small (with Dick & Dom, How To Train A Dinosaur Live, the Standon Calling Dog Show and the built-in Swimming Pool all ready to dive into) and a sizzling late-night party atmosphere (with club night takeovers, acclaimed DJs and more) - through night and day Standon Calling is untouchable. Each year brings a new and eccentric theme to Saturday's parade, this year is no exception with 'Twisted Creatures: A Strange Evolution' expect a plethora of crazy costumed fun. Daring to be silly and dancing in technicolour, Standon Calling is the go-to summer get-together for those craving a unique festival experience.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular-Free Sunflowers
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Fri 2nd August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
From the 20th July-2nd August every child will leave Willows with their very own sunflower to take home and look after.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Hertford Theatre, The Wash, HERTFORD, SG14 1PS
Fri 26th July 2019 - Sat 27th July 2019
Times: various (see below)
Tickets: £14
Friday 26th July, 1pm & 4pm
Saturday 27th July, 11am & 2pm
Duration: 55mins no interval
Suitable for: ages 3-8yr olds and their families. Slightly younger or older children may also enjoy the show.
Based on the book by Claire Freedman & Ben Cort
Adapted & directed by Adam Bampton-Smith
Aliens love underpants
Of every shape and size
But there are no underpants in space
So here's a big surprise!
This zany and hilarious tale based on the best-selling children's book is wonderfully brought to life on stage for the very first time.
With stunning effects, madcap action, original music (and lots of aliens of course!) this fantastically fresh and funny production will delight the whole family.
You'll laugh your PANTS off!more...
Visit website
Hertford Museum, 18 Bull Plain, HERTFORD, SG14 1DT
Sat 27th July 2019
Times: 12:00-18:00
Back by popular demand, Hertford Museum is hosting its second annual Beer Festival, MICROFEST! Come and discover a selection of cask and bottled real ales from Hertfordshire based New River Brewery! With live music throughout the day in our beautiful garden, licensed bar, hot snacks and free kids craft activity, there's plenty to enjoy for the whole family!
more...
The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
more...
Hertford Selections centre, Welwyn Road, , HERTFORD, SG14 2DG
Sat 27th July 2019
Times: 10-11:30
Stay & Play 0-5 yrs
£3 per family A fun-filled session which brings together all of your childrens' favourite activities. This session is for you and your children to play together. Please dress your children in old clothmore...
Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
Paradise Wildlife Park, White Stubbs Ln, Broxbourne, EN10 7QA
Sat 27th July 2019 - Sun 28th July 2019
Times: 09:30 - 17:00
Fancy hand feeding one of our Tigers? Well at 1:30pm and 3:00pm there will be opportunities on the 27th and 28th for up to 10 people in each slot to have the chance to feed one of our Tigers for just £25! This is a first come, first served basis and can only be booked on the day from 9:30am at the Tiger stand at Big Cat territory (participants must be 16years or older). more...
Visit website
British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Standon Lordship, Ware, SG11 1EE
Thu 25th July 2019 - Sun 28th July 2019
Standon Calling Festival sits as an essential date in summer of incredible music, delicious food and drink, unrivalled entertainment and fun for all the family. For over 14 years, the Standon Lordship has opened its doors, welcoming guests, new and old, to its open and inclusive community based in the stunning Hertfordshire countryside.
From the very best in live music, (with 2019 seeing headliners Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Wolf Alice and Rag'n'Bone Man top a bill also featuring the likes of Friendly Fires, Roisin Murphy, Lewis Capaldi, IDLES, Echo & The Bunnymen and many more), to activities for those big and small (with Dick & Dom, How To Train A Dinosaur Live, the Standon Calling Dog Show and the built-in Swimming Pool all ready to dive into) and a sizzling late-night party atmosphere (with club night takeovers, acclaimed DJs and more) - through night and day Standon Calling is untouchable. Each year brings a new and eccentric theme to Saturday's parade, this year is no exception with 'Twisted Creatures: A Strange Evolution' expect a plethora of crazy costumed fun. Daring to be silly and dancing in technicolour, Standon Calling is the go-to summer get-together for those craving a unique festival experience.more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP6 6AW
Sat 27th July 2019 - Sun 28th July 2019
Times: 10:00
Every July Chiltern Open Air Museum hosts a popular weekend celebration of classic vehicles. Come and admire an amazing collection of classic cars, lorries, traditional fire engines, motorcycles and historic bicycles. You will also be able to come and see a collection of historic tractors and wagons on our farm, which was once used for filming TV drama Downton Abbey.more...
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The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Microfest! A Mini Beer Festival at Hertford Museum
Hertford Museum, Hertford Museum, 18 Bull Plain, SG14 1DT
Sat 27th July 2019
Times: 12pm - 6pm
Saturday 27th July 12pm-6pm
Back by popular demand, Hertford Museum is hosting its second annual Beer Festival, Microfest! Come and discover a selection of cask and bottled real ales from Hertfordshire based New River Brewery! With live music throughout the day in our beautiful garden, licensed bar, hot snacks and free kids craft activity, there's plenty to enjoy for the whole family!
Free Entry
more...
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Old Harlow Fire Station open Day
Old Harlow Fire Station, 82 High Street, Harlow, CM17 0DR
Sat 27th July 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
Come along to Old Harlow Fire Station on Saturday 27 July 2019 for our annual fire station open day event.
We'll have lots of activities for children to have fun with, and also a chance to sit in our fire engines and squirt water with our real fire hoses.
It's a great family day out, so please bring along the whole family - there's something for everyone!more...
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Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular-Free Sunflowers
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Fri 2nd August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
From the 20th July-2nd August every child will leave Willows with their very own sunflower to take home and look after.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Foxholes Garden Kitchen,, Foxholes Farm,, London Road,, SG13 7NT
Sat 27th July 2019
Times: 7pm start in August 5pm Start in September
Fresh, simple, natural, real ingredients
Farm grown seasonal vegetables
Wood Fired Oven & Cooking on oak charcoal
5 Courses only £35
Find us on Facebook
20th & 28th June
6th, 12th, 17th & 27th July
2nd, 9th, 16th, 22nd & 30th August
6th, 14th, 21st & 28th September
07973 918334
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Panshanger Park, via the Thieves Lane car park, nr Hertford, SG14 2WN
Sat 27th July 2019 - Sun 28th July 2019
Times: 10am - 4:30pm
The Festival of Wildlife will return on the weekend of 27/28 July 2019
The 2019 Festival of Wildlife, in association with Herts Natural History Society and in partnership with Tarmac, takes place in the beautiful surroundings of Panshanger Park, near Hertford.
The free family festival celebrates the rich diversity of wildlife in Hertfordshire and Middlesex and features walks, talks, family activities and conservation demonstrations. We will be joined on the weekend by local conservation groups, food producers, artists and craftsmen - there's plenty to see and do!more...
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The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
more...
The Secret Life of Pets 2 (PG)
The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PS
Sun 28th July 2019
Times: 11am
Tuesday 23rd July, 1. 30pm
Wednesday 24th July, 4.30pm
Sunday 28th July, 11am
Tickets: £5
Duration: 1h 26min
Suitable for: most ages
Continuing the story of Max and his pet friends, following their secret lives after their owners leave them for work or school each day. more...
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Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
Paradise Wildlife Park, White Stubbs Ln, Broxbourne, EN10 7QA
Sat 27th July 2019 - Sun 28th July 2019
Times: 09:30 - 17:00
Fancy hand feeding one of our Tigers? Well at 1:30pm and 3:00pm there will be opportunities on the 27th and 28th for up to 10 people in each slot to have the chance to feed one of our Tigers for just £25! This is a first come, first served basis and can only be booked on the day from 9:30am at the Tiger stand at Big Cat territory (participants must be 16years or older). more...
Visit website
British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
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Standon Lordship, Ware, SG11 1EE
Thu 25th July 2019 - Sun 28th July 2019
Standon Calling Festival sits as an essential date in summer of incredible music, delicious food and drink, unrivalled entertainment and fun for all the family. For over 14 years, the Standon Lordship has opened its doors, welcoming guests, new and old, to its open and inclusive community based in the stunning Hertfordshire countryside.
From the very best in live music, (with 2019 seeing headliners Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Wolf Alice and Rag'n'Bone Man top a bill also featuring the likes of Friendly Fires, Roisin Murphy, Lewis Capaldi, IDLES, Echo & The Bunnymen and many more), to activities for those big and small (with Dick & Dom, How To Train A Dinosaur Live, the Standon Calling Dog Show and the built-in Swimming Pool all ready to dive into) and a sizzling late-night party atmosphere (with club night takeovers, acclaimed DJs and more) - through night and day Standon Calling is untouchable. Each year brings a new and eccentric theme to Saturday's parade, this year is no exception with 'Twisted Creatures: A Strange Evolution' expect a plethora of crazy costumed fun. Daring to be silly and dancing in technicolour, Standon Calling is the go-to summer get-together for those craving a unique festival experience.more...
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Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP6 6AW
Sat 27th July 2019 - Sun 28th July 2019
Times: 10:00
Every July Chiltern Open Air Museum hosts a popular weekend celebration of classic vehicles. Come and admire an amazing collection of classic cars, lorries, traditional fire engines, motorcycles and historic bicycles. You will also be able to come and see a collection of historic tractors and wagons on our farm, which was once used for filming TV drama Downton Abbey.more...
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The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
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St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
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Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
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Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
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Herring Green Activity Farm & Birds of Prey Centre, Cotton End Road, Wilstead, MK45 3DT
Sun 28th July 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
Toothless and his viking pals are dropping into Herrings Green Activity Farm this weekend!
Brave our Dragon Hunt, have a go at some dragonish crafts or scoff a dragon cupcake in our tearoom (extra charge).
There'll be loads of opportunities for photos so don't forget your camera!
PLUS we have all normal fun packed programme with animal talks, critter shows, twice daily flying shows, pat-a-pet and for half term only a daily alpaca walk! Admission charges apply.more...
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Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
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Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular-Free Sunflowers
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Fri 2nd August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
From the 20th July-2nd August every child will leave Willows with their very own sunflower to take home and look after.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
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Parndon Wood Nature Reserve - Bee Day
Parndon Wood Nature Reserve, Parndon Wood Road,, Harlow, CM19 4SF
Sun 28th July 2019
Times: 10:00-16:00
Those fascinating flying creatures that depend so much on the wild flowers for their survival
Live Hive demonstrations
Badge making
Candle Rolling
Trail Quiz
Honey Tasting
Meet Local Bee Keepers
Panshanger Park, via the Thieves Lane car park, nr Hertford, SG14 2WN
Sat 27th July 2019 - Sun 28th July 2019
Times: 10am - 4:30pm
The Festival of Wildlife will return on the weekend of 27/28 July 2019
The 2019 Festival of Wildlife, in association with Herts Natural History Society and in partnership with Tarmac, takes place in the beautiful surroundings of Panshanger Park, near Hertford.
The free family festival celebrates the rich diversity of wildlife in Hertfordshire and Middlesex and features walks, talks, family activities and conservation demonstrations. We will be joined on the weekend by local conservation groups, food producers, artists and craftsmen - there's plenty to see and do!more...
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The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
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Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
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British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
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Herring Green Activity Farm & Birds of Prey Centre, Cotton End Road, Wilstead, MK45 3DT
Mon 29th July 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
Come down to Herrings Green Activity Farm this Bank Holiday Monday and get ready for some Jungle fun with Ranger Ria.
See animals and birds from around the World at our twice daily Critter Shows, meet Cornflake our stunning corn snake, ohh and ahh at our stunning parrots, catch a glimpse of our elusive ferret and fall in love with Susie our cute little skunk.
We also have Alpaca and Shire Horse talks, twice daily Birds of Prey flying displays, as well as opportunities to meet, handle and fly some of our beautiful barn owls.
Plus a bouncy tractor, arts and crafts and lots more fun and entertainment for the whole family! Admission charges aply.more...
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Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular-Free Sunflowers
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Fri 2nd August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
From the 20th July-2nd August every child will leave Willows with their very own sunflower to take home and look after.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
more...
The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PS
Tue 30th July 2019
Times: 10:30am
Wednesday 10th July, 4. 30pm
Wednesday 24th July, 10.30am
Tuesday 30th July, 10.30am
Tickets: £5
Duration: 2h 8min
Suitable for: most ages
A kind-hearted street urchin and a power-hungry Grand Vizier vie for a magic lamp that has the power to make their deepest wishes come true.
A live action remake of the popular Disney film!
(No Audio Description available)
Director: Guy Ritchie
Stars: Will Smith, Mena Massoud, Naomi Scottmore...
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The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PS
Tue 30th July 2019
Times: 1:30pm
Tuesday 30th July, 1. 30pm
Tuesday 6th August, 4.30pm
Wednesday 7th August, 1.30pm
Tuesday 27th August, 1.30pm
Tickets: £5
Suitable for: all ages
Duration: 1h 40min
When a new toy called "Forky" joins Woody and the gang, a road trip alongside old and new friends reveals how big the world can be for a toy. more...
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Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Tue 30th July 2019 - Tue 27th August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:30
It can be tough finding activities to keep the children entertained throughout the school summer holidays. So the Museum's Education team have created special themed family activities, games and crafts all for the standard admission price!
If you'd like to attend multiple Terrific Tuesdays (there will be 9 during the 2019 season), and Museum events then you can purchase an Annual Pass which costs £30 per adult, £18 per child and family pass prices start from £50.
This year each Terrific Tuesday date in the summer is one of the four elements:
30th July - Earth
6th August - Air
13th August - Fire
20th August - Water
27th August - Element of surprise (a collection of activities from the previous weeks)
- Every Tuesday in Bucks school holidays is a Terrific Tuesday
- Enjoy themed family crafts and activities
- Activities run from 11am - 3.30pm
- Tea Room with drinks, light lunches, cakes and ice creams
- Plenty of space for picnics
- Baby changing facilities
- Adventure playground
- Small working farm
- Ample free car parking
Additional information
Activities for each date are still to be confirmed and are subject to change. Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
We recommend that you bring a carrier bag with you so that you can take home all the wonderful crafts and creations that you have made.more...
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The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Tue 30th July 2019 - Thu 1st August 2019
Times: 10.30-11.00, 11.15-11.45, 14.30-15.00
Get up-close to dinosaur teeth and create a tooth pendant.
Different diets mean different teeth, whether big, sharp, small or blunt. See dinosaur specimens up-close and create a clay tooth necklace.
Suitable for ages 5+. Drop in. £2.more...
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The Mill House Summer Art Workshop- Under The Sea
The Mill House, Unit 3 Dicker Mill, , Hertford, , SG13 7JY
Tue 30th July 2019
Times: 3-4pm
Join us in creating a giant seascape which will form part of the Summer Art Party installation on Tuesday 27th August!
We'll paint and decorate large under water creatures and attach them to giant pieces of fabric.
We'll then get messy with hand and foot printing, creating fish puppets and mermaid crowns to take home!
The cost of this session includes FREE entry to the Summer Art Party on Tuesday 27th August 2-4pm, where we'll be bringing together all the wonderful creations from the summer art club sessions to form an exhibition celebrating everyone's work.
If you would like to take home any work created for the installation you can collect it at the art party on Tuesday 27th August. £7 per childmore...
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St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Summer at Hertford Museum - Week 1: Seashore & Sushi
Hertford Museum, Hertford Museum, 18 Bull Plain, SG14 1DT
Tue 30th July 2019 - Thu 1st August 2019
Times: 10.30 am - 3.30 pm
Tues 30th July - Thurs 1st August, 10. 30-3.30pm (last entry 3pm).
Drop in and take part in quality arts & crafts inspired by the Japanese collections in our exciting new exhibition. Paint wax resist waves and ripples, seahorses and starfish. Model your own chopstick rest from clay and make a plate of fake sushi to take away!
Sessions £2.50 per child. *Free places available for children of low-income families
Places are allocated on a first come first served basis.
more...
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Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular-Free Sunflowers
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Fri 2nd August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
From the 20th July-2nd August every child will leave Willows with their very own sunflower to take home and look after.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
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Seashore and Sushi craft activites at Hertford Museum
18 Bull Plain, , Hertford,, SG14 1DT
Tue 30th July 2019 - Thu 1st August 2019
Times: 10.30-3.30pm
Drop in and take part in quality art and crafts inspired by our Japanese collections in our exciting new exhibition.
Week 1: Seashore and Sushi
Tues 30th July - Thurs 1st August, 10.30-3.30pm (last entry 3pm).
Paint wax resist waves and ripples, seahorses and starfish. Model your own chopstick rest from clay and make a plate of fake sushi to take away!
Sessions £2.50 per child.
Please note FREE places are available for low income families.more...
St Albans Museum and Gallery, Town Hall, St Peter's Street , St Albans , AL1 3DH
Tue 30th July 2019
Times: 10am – 11am / 11.30am – 12.30pm
Looking for a way to keep little ones occupied? Join us in the morning or afternoon for a story, craft activity and a museum hunt inspired by our museum collections and our new Barbara Hepworth exhibition! Suitable for children aged 2 - 4 years, accompanied by an adult. more...
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St Albans Museum and Gallery, Town Hall, St Peter's Street , St Albans , AL1 3DH
Tue 30th July 2019
Times: 10.30 am – 12.30 pm and 2.00 – 4.00 pm
Working as a family, use clay or modroc to build your own masterpiece inspired by the works of Barbara Hepworth. Please note: children must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times.more...
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The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
more...
Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Tue 30th July 2019 - Tue 27th August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:30
It can be tough finding activities to keep the children entertained throughout the school summer holidays. So the Museum's Education team have created special themed family activities, games and crafts all for the standard admission price!
If you'd like to attend multiple Terrific Tuesdays (there will be 9 during the 2019 season), and Museum events then you can purchase an Annual Pass which costs £30 per adult, £18 per child and family pass prices start from £50.
This year each Terrific Tuesday date in the summer is one of the four elements:
30th July - Earth
6th August - Air
13th August - Fire
20th August - Water
27th August - Element of surprise (a collection of activities from the previous weeks)
- Every Tuesday in Bucks school holidays is a Terrific Tuesday
- Enjoy themed family crafts and activities
- Activities run from 11am - 3.30pm
- Tea Room with drinks, light lunches, cakes and ice creams
- Plenty of space for picnics
- Baby changing facilities
- Adventure playground
- Small working farm
- Ample free car parking
Additional information
Activities for each date are still to be confirmed and are subject to change. Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
We recommend that you bring a carrier bag with you so that you can take home all the wonderful crafts and creations that you have made.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Tue 30th July 2019 - Thu 1st August 2019
Times: 10.30-11.00, 11.15-11.45, 14.30-15.00
Get up-close to dinosaur teeth and create a tooth pendant.
Different diets mean different teeth, whether big, sharp, small or blunt. See dinosaur specimens up-close and create a clay tooth necklace.
Suitable for ages 5+. Drop in. £2.more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Summer at Hertford Museum - Week 1: Seashore & Sushi
Hertford Museum, Hertford Museum, 18 Bull Plain, SG14 1DT
Tue 30th July 2019 - Thu 1st August 2019
Times: 10.30 am - 3.30 pm
Tues 30th July - Thurs 1st August, 10. 30-3.30pm (last entry 3pm).
Drop in and take part in quality arts & crafts inspired by the Japanese collections in our exciting new exhibition. Paint wax resist waves and ripples, seahorses and starfish. Model your own chopstick rest from clay and make a plate of fake sushi to take away!
Sessions £2.50 per child. *Free places available for children of low-income families
Places are allocated on a first come first served basis.
more...
Visit website
Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular-Free Sunflowers
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Fri 2nd August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
From the 20th July-2nd August every child will leave Willows with their very own sunflower to take home and look after.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Seashore and Sushi craft activites at Hertford Museum
18 Bull Plain, , Hertford,, SG14 1DT
Tue 30th July 2019 - Thu 1st August 2019
Times: 10.30-3.30pm
Drop in and take part in quality art and crafts inspired by our Japanese collections in our exciting new exhibition.
Week 1: Seashore and Sushi
Tues 30th July - Thurs 1st August, 10.30-3.30pm (last entry 3pm).
Paint wax resist waves and ripples, seahorses and starfish. Model your own chopstick rest from clay and make a plate of fake sushi to take away!
Sessions £2.50 per child.
Please note FREE places are available for low income families.more...
Luna Kids Cinema at Knebworth House - Spider-man: Into the spider verse
Knebworth House, Knebworth, SG1 2AX
Wed 31st July 2019
Times: 4:30pm
KNEBWORTH HOUSE
DOORS 4:00PM
FILM 4:30PM
2018 - PG - 1hr57mins
Visit website
The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
more...
Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Tue 30th July 2019 - Tue 27th August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:30
It can be tough finding activities to keep the children entertained throughout the school summer holidays. So the Museum's Education team have created special themed family activities, games and crafts all for the standard admission price!
If you'd like to attend multiple Terrific Tuesdays (there will be 9 during the 2019 season), and Museum events then you can purchase an Annual Pass which costs £30 per adult, £18 per child and family pass prices start from £50.
This year each Terrific Tuesday date in the summer is one of the four elements:
30th July - Earth
6th August - Air
13th August - Fire
20th August - Water
27th August - Element of surprise (a collection of activities from the previous weeks)
- Every Tuesday in Bucks school holidays is a Terrific Tuesday
- Enjoy themed family crafts and activities
- Activities run from 11am - 3.30pm
- Tea Room with drinks, light lunches, cakes and ice creams
- Plenty of space for picnics
- Baby changing facilities
- Adventure playground
- Small working farm
- Ample free car parking
Additional information
Activities for each date are still to be confirmed and are subject to change. Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
We recommend that you bring a carrier bag with you so that you can take home all the wonderful crafts and creations that you have made.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Tue 30th July 2019 - Thu 1st August 2019
Times: 10.30-11.00, 11.15-11.45, 14.30-15.00
Get up-close to dinosaur teeth and create a tooth pendant.
Different diets mean different teeth, whether big, sharp, small or blunt. See dinosaur specimens up-close and create a clay tooth necklace.
Suitable for ages 5+. Drop in. £2.more...
Visit website
The Mill House Summer Art Workshop- Rainforest Wildlife
The Mill House, Unit 3 Dicker Mill, , Hertford, , SG13 7JY
Thu 1st August 2019
Times: 3-5pm
Suggested age: 3-8 £14 per child.
Create your very own exploration kit with binoculars and compass, we'll then take a walk to the park and see what we can spot!
Go wild with feathers and make a twirling parrot to hang on our big tree.
And finally paint and decorate giant hanging leaves which will form the rainforest canopy at our Summer Art Party.
The cost of this session includes FREE entry to the Summer Art Party on Tuesday 27th August 2-4pm, where we'll be bringing together all the wonderful creations from the summer art club sessions to form an exhibition celebrating everyone's work.
If you would like to take home any work created for the installation you can collect it at the art party on Tuesday 27th August.more...
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St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
A Very Fishy Craft Event at The Leaf Cafe
8 Old Cross,, Hertford , SG14 1RB
Thu 1st August 2019
Times: 11:15
Create your own porthole aquarium out of a couple of paper plates, glue, paint, coloured paper and gallons of fun and imagination.
£3 per child. Limited to 8 places so booking is advisable. more...
Summer at Hertford Museum - Week 1: Seashore & Sushi
Hertford Museum, Hertford Museum, 18 Bull Plain, SG14 1DT
Tue 30th July 2019 - Thu 1st August 2019
Times: 10.30 am - 3.30 pm
Tues 30th July - Thurs 1st August, 10. 30-3.30pm (last entry 3pm).
Drop in and take part in quality arts & crafts inspired by the Japanese collections in our exciting new exhibition. Paint wax resist waves and ripples, seahorses and starfish. Model your own chopstick rest from clay and make a plate of fake sushi to take away!
Sessions £2.50 per child. *Free places available for children of low-income families
Places are allocated on a first come first served basis.
more...
Visit website
Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular-Free Sunflowers
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Fri 2nd August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
From the 20th July-2nd August every child will leave Willows with their very own sunflower to take home and look after.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Seashore and Sushi craft activites at Hertford Museum
18 Bull Plain, , Hertford,, SG14 1DT
Tue 30th July 2019 - Thu 1st August 2019
Times: 10.30-3.30pm
Drop in and take part in quality art and crafts inspired by our Japanese collections in our exciting new exhibition.
Week 1: Seashore and Sushi
Tues 30th July - Thurs 1st August, 10.30-3.30pm (last entry 3pm).
Paint wax resist waves and ripples, seahorses and starfish. Model your own chopstick rest from clay and make a plate of fake sushi to take away!
Sessions £2.50 per child.
Please note FREE places are available for low income families.more...
Cammas Hall Farm, Needham Green, , Hatfield Broad Oak,, CM22 7JT
Thu 1st August 2019
Times: 10:30-15:00
Buffy Bus will be returning to Cammas Hall Farm this summer. Get your hand stamped and come and go as much as you like for only £2.50. They will have outside toys available plus a selection of crafts. There's no need to book - just show up!
Buffy Playbus provides pre-school children with an opportunity to play, socialise and have fun in comfortable and safe surroundings under the guidance of qualified playleaders. Mums, Dads, Grandparents and carers can relax and make friends within their own communities or just "chill out" and enjoy seeing their children having fun.more...
Gordon Craig Theatre, Stevenage Arts & Leisure Centre, Lytton Way, Stevenage, SG1 1LZ
Thu 1st August 2019 - Sat 3rd August 2019
Times: 2.30pm (Sat only) & 7pm
The very kind, but lonely 12 year old Chloe, invites 'Mr Stink' and his slightly wiffy dog to leave behind the wooden bench they call home and secretly move into her family's shed.
Matters become more complicated when Chloe's mother, a woman with unfulfilled political ambitions, tries to take credit for Chloe's generosity.
But exactly who is Mr Stink anyway?
Join us for a brilliantly staged version of David Walliams' warm-hearted and funny story from the award-winning Chickenshed Theatre Company in association with Sam Bradshaw Productions, the show played to full houses last summer and comes to Stevenage for just 4 performances as part of a tour this summer. Packed with a host of original musical numbers, you'll laugh, you'll cry but you might want to hold your nose!
Chickenshed is an inclusive theatre company that first began in 1974. Chickenshed bring people together, regardless of background, ability or circumstance to create inspiring, diverse and transformative theatre that changes lives.more...
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Luna Kids Cinema at Knebworth House - PJ Masks
Knebworth House, Knebworth, SG1 2AX
Thu 1st August 2019
Times: 10am
KNEBWORTH HOUSE
DOORS 9:30AM
FILM 10:00AM
2019 - Suitable for all ages - 52mins
Visit website
Luna Kids Cinema at Knebworth House - The Incredibles 2
Knebworth House, Knebworth, SG1 2AX
Thu 1st August 2019
Times: 1pm
KNEBWORTH HOUSE
DOORS 12:30PM
FILM 1:00PM
2018 - PG - 2hrs5mins
Visit website
Luna Kids Cinema at Knebworth House - Harry Potter and the philosophers sto
Knebworth House, Knebworth, SG1 2AX
Thu 1st August 2019
Times: 4pm
KNEBWORTH HOUSE
DOORS 3:30PM
FILM 4:00PM
2001 - PG - 2hrs26mins
Visit website
Lowewood Museum- Craft Activities
High St, , Hoddesdon, EN11 8BH
Thu 1st August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:00
Drop in and have fun with clay at the museum between 11am and 3pm - just £2. 00 per child. No need to book!more...
The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
more...
The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PS
Fri 2nd August 2019 - Sun 4th August 2019
Times: Various see below
Tickets go on sale on Tuesday 2nd April
Friday 2nd August, 7. 30 pm
Saturday 3rd August 2.30 & 7.30 pm
Sunday 4th August, 2.30 pm
Tickets: £17 Adults, £13 for Children & adults over 60yrs.
Suitable for: all the family, however very young children might struggle to sit through the entire show quietly.
Duration: 2hrs including 2 intervals
There is a Dress Rehearsal performance on 2nd August, 2.30pm for invited guests.
Performed by talented young dancers, Pointe Perfection is a must for dance lovers of any age.
more...
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Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Tue 30th July 2019 - Tue 27th August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:30
It can be tough finding activities to keep the children entertained throughout the school summer holidays. So the Museum's Education team have created special themed family activities, games and crafts all for the standard admission price!
If you'd like to attend multiple Terrific Tuesdays (there will be 9 during the 2019 season), and Museum events then you can purchase an Annual Pass which costs £30 per adult, £18 per child and family pass prices start from £50.
This year each Terrific Tuesday date in the summer is one of the four elements:
30th July - Earth
6th August - Air
13th August - Fire
20th August - Water
27th August - Element of surprise (a collection of activities from the previous weeks)
- Every Tuesday in Bucks school holidays is a Terrific Tuesday
- Enjoy themed family crafts and activities
- Activities run from 11am - 3.30pm
- Tea Room with drinks, light lunches, cakes and ice creams
- Plenty of space for picnics
- Baby changing facilities
- Adventure playground
- Small working farm
- Ample free car parking
Additional information
Activities for each date are still to be confirmed and are subject to change. Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
We recommend that you bring a carrier bag with you so that you can take home all the wonderful crafts and creations that you have made.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 2nd August 2019
Times: 11.00-11.45, 14.30-15.15
Join us and the Woodland Trust to create some dinosaur-inspired natural art.
Explore our woodland area and collect materials to create a large, natural art-attack of a prehistoric scene. Get inspired by also handling some specimens.
Suitable for ages 5+. Tickets are £3 and can be purchased from the Museum shop. Outdoor activity. more...
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Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
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Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular-Free Sunflowers
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Fri 2nd August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
From the 20th July-2nd August every child will leave Willows with their very own sunflower to take home and look after.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Gordon Craig Theatre, Stevenage Arts & Leisure Centre, Lytton Way, Stevenage, SG1 1LZ
Thu 1st August 2019 - Sat 3rd August 2019
Times: 2.30pm (Sat only) & 7pm
The very kind, but lonely 12 year old Chloe, invites 'Mr Stink' and his slightly wiffy dog to leave behind the wooden bench they call home and secretly move into her family's shed.
Matters become more complicated when Chloe's mother, a woman with unfulfilled political ambitions, tries to take credit for Chloe's generosity.
But exactly who is Mr Stink anyway?
Join us for a brilliantly staged version of David Walliams' warm-hearted and funny story from the award-winning Chickenshed Theatre Company in association with Sam Bradshaw Productions, the show played to full houses last summer and comes to Stevenage for just 4 performances as part of a tour this summer. Packed with a host of original musical numbers, you'll laugh, you'll cry but you might want to hold your nose!
Chickenshed is an inclusive theatre company that first began in 1974. Chickenshed bring people together, regardless of background, ability or circumstance to create inspiring, diverse and transformative theatre that changes lives.more...
Visit website
Luna Kids Cinema at Knebworth House - Gruffalo / Highway Rat / Zog
Knebworth House, Knebworth, SG1 2AX
Fri 2nd August 2019
Times: 9:30am
KNEBWORTH HOUSE
DOORS 9:30AM
FILM 10:00AM
The Gruffalo - 2009 - U - 27 mins
Highway Rat - 2017 - U - 26 mins
Zog - 2018 - U - 27 mins
Total running time: 1hr20mins
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Luna Kids Cinema at Knebworth House - The Lego Movie 2
Knebworth House, Knebworth, SG1 2AX
Fri 2nd August 2019
Times: 1pm
KNEBWORTH HOUSE
DOORS 12:30PM
FILM 1:00PM
2019 - U - 1hr47mins
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Luna Kids Cinema at Knebworth House - The Greatest Showman
Knebworth House, Knebworth, SG1 2AX
Fri 2nd August 2019
Times: 4pm
KNEBWORTH HOUSE
DOORS 3:30PM
FILM 4:00PM
2017 - PG - 1hr45mins
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The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
more...
The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PS
Fri 2nd August 2019 - Sun 4th August 2019
Times: Various see below
Tickets go on sale on Tuesday 2nd April
Friday 2nd August, 7. 30 pm
Saturday 3rd August 2.30 & 7.30 pm
Sunday 4th August, 2.30 pm
Tickets: £17 Adults, £13 for Children & adults over 60yrs.
Suitable for: all the family, however very young children might struggle to sit through the entire show quietly.
Duration: 2hrs including 2 intervals
There is a Dress Rehearsal performance on 2nd August, 2.30pm for invited guests.
Performed by talented young dancers, Pointe Perfection is a must for dance lovers of any age.
more...
Visit website
Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
Primate and Rainforest Weekend
Paradise Wildlife Park, White Stubbs Ln, Broxbourne, EN10 7QA
Sat 3rd August 2019 - Sun 4th August 2019
Times: 09:30 - 17:00
Over the course of Primate & Rainforest weekend there will be promotions, games, gifts and a few scrummy treats.
Join us for what is going to be a monkey mayhem weekend raising funds and awareness for conservation charities.more...
Visit website
British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Tue 30th July 2019 - Tue 27th August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:30
It can be tough finding activities to keep the children entertained throughout the school summer holidays. So the Museum's Education team have created special themed family activities, games and crafts all for the standard admission price!
If you'd like to attend multiple Terrific Tuesdays (there will be 9 during the 2019 season), and Museum events then you can purchase an Annual Pass which costs £30 per adult, £18 per child and family pass prices start from £50.
This year each Terrific Tuesday date in the summer is one of the four elements:
30th July - Earth
6th August - Air
13th August - Fire
20th August - Water
27th August - Element of surprise (a collection of activities from the previous weeks)
- Every Tuesday in Bucks school holidays is a Terrific Tuesday
- Enjoy themed family crafts and activities
- Activities run from 11am - 3.30pm
- Tea Room with drinks, light lunches, cakes and ice creams
- Plenty of space for picnics
- Baby changing facilities
- Adventure playground
- Small working farm
- Ample free car parking
Additional information
Activities for each date are still to be confirmed and are subject to change. Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
We recommend that you bring a carrier bag with you so that you can take home all the wonderful crafts and creations that you have made.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles, HP8 4AB
Sat 3rd August 2019 - Sun 4th August 2019
Times: 10.00 - 17.00 daily
Learn about Wellington's Army
Be transported back in time to the Napoleonic era.
Meet Napoleonic soldiers and find out about the life of a Rifleman in Wellington's army during the Peninsular War.
Visit the living history encampment and learn how the soldiers' families lived.
Watch a thrilling display of military skill as the soldiers skirmish (please note that this will include gunfire).
Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
(Please note that all activities are subject to change and weather)more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Stay & Play at Hertford Museum
Hertford Museum, Hertford Museum, 18 Bull Plain, SG14 1DT
Sat 3rd August 2019
Times: 10.00 am - 4.30 pm
Saturday 3rd August 10am - 4. 30pm
Drop in and play with some traditional toys and get hands on with a family craft activity.
Its Free! Donations welcome!
more...
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Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular - Carrot Carnival
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 3rd August 2019 - Sat 17th August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
The Willows Carrot patch will be open from 3rd August-17th August and all of our child guests are able to pick their own bunch of carrots to take home with them.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Gordon Craig Theatre, Stevenage Arts & Leisure Centre, Lytton Way, Stevenage, SG1 1LZ
Thu 1st August 2019 - Sat 3rd August 2019
Times: 2.30pm (Sat only) & 7pm
The very kind, but lonely 12 year old Chloe, invites 'Mr Stink' and his slightly wiffy dog to leave behind the wooden bench they call home and secretly move into her family's shed.
Matters become more complicated when Chloe's mother, a woman with unfulfilled political ambitions, tries to take credit for Chloe's generosity.
But exactly who is Mr Stink anyway?
Join us for a brilliantly staged version of David Walliams' warm-hearted and funny story from the award-winning Chickenshed Theatre Company in association with Sam Bradshaw Productions, the show played to full houses last summer and comes to Stevenage for just 4 performances as part of a tour this summer. Packed with a host of original musical numbers, you'll laugh, you'll cry but you might want to hold your nose!
Chickenshed is an inclusive theatre company that first began in 1974. Chickenshed bring people together, regardless of background, ability or circumstance to create inspiring, diverse and transformative theatre that changes lives.more...
Visit website
Luna Kids Cinema at Knebworth House - Peppa Pig: Festival of Fun
Knebworth House, Knebworth, SG1 2AX
Sat 3rd August 2019
Times: 10am
KNEBWORTH HOUSE
DOORS 9:30AM
FILM 10:00AM
2019 - U - 1hr
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Luna Kids Cinema at Knebworth House - Moana
Knebworth House, Knebworth, SG1 2AX
Sat 3rd August 2019
Times: 1pm
KNEBWORTH HOUSE
DOORS 12:30PM
FILM 1:00PM
2016 - U - 1hr53mins
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Luna Kids Cinema at Knebworth House - Mary Poppins Returns
Knebworth House, Knebworth, SG1 2AX
Sat 3rd August 2019
Times: 4pm
KNEBWORTH HOUSE
DOORS 3:30PM
FILM 4:00PM
2018 - U - 2hrs10mins
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Summer Family Fun Show INCL SJ/Showing/Dog Show
Oaklands College Equestrian Centre, Smallford Campus, St Albans, AL4 0JA
Sat 3rd August 2019
Times: 9:30am - 4:30pm
A show for everyone! We have Showjumping including the championship classes. Clear round running at each showjumping height. In hand and ridden showing including the supreme championships! We will also have a dog show running as well. We will also have a few trade stand pitches for sale as well. There will be a photographer and catering on sight. Schedule will be put up closer to the event.more...
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Beane Valley Family Centre, Clappers Lane, , Hertford, SG14 3QA
Sat 3rd August 2019
Times: 10-11:30
Stay & Play 0-5 yrs
£3 per family A fun-filled session which brings together all of your childrens' favourite activities. This session is for you and your children to play together. Please dress your children in old clothmore...
The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
more...
The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PS
Fri 2nd August 2019 - Sun 4th August 2019
Times: Various see below
Tickets go on sale on Tuesday 2nd April
Friday 2nd August, 7. 30 pm
Saturday 3rd August 2.30 & 7.30 pm
Sunday 4th August, 2.30 pm
Tickets: £17 Adults, £13 for Children & adults over 60yrs.
Suitable for: all the family, however very young children might struggle to sit through the entire show quietly.
Duration: 2hrs including 2 intervals
There is a Dress Rehearsal performance on 2nd August, 2.30pm for invited guests.
Performed by talented young dancers, Pointe Perfection is a must for dance lovers of any age.
more...
Visit website
Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
Primate and Rainforest Weekend
Paradise Wildlife Park, White Stubbs Ln, Broxbourne, EN10 7QA
Sat 3rd August 2019 - Sun 4th August 2019
Times: 09:30 - 17:00
Over the course of Primate & Rainforest weekend there will be promotions, games, gifts and a few scrummy treats.
Join us for what is going to be a monkey mayhem weekend raising funds and awareness for conservation charities.more...
Visit website
British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Tue 30th July 2019 - Tue 27th August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:30
It can be tough finding activities to keep the children entertained throughout the school summer holidays. So the Museum's Education team have created special themed family activities, games and crafts all for the standard admission price!
If you'd like to attend multiple Terrific Tuesdays (there will be 9 during the 2019 season), and Museum events then you can purchase an Annual Pass which costs £30 per adult, £18 per child and family pass prices start from £50.
This year each Terrific Tuesday date in the summer is one of the four elements:
30th July - Earth
6th August - Air
13th August - Fire
20th August - Water
27th August - Element of surprise (a collection of activities from the previous weeks)
- Every Tuesday in Bucks school holidays is a Terrific Tuesday
- Enjoy themed family crafts and activities
- Activities run from 11am - 3.30pm
- Tea Room with drinks, light lunches, cakes and ice creams
- Plenty of space for picnics
- Baby changing facilities
- Adventure playground
- Small working farm
- Ample free car parking
Additional information
Activities for each date are still to be confirmed and are subject to change. Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
We recommend that you bring a carrier bag with you so that you can take home all the wonderful crafts and creations that you have made.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles, HP8 4AB
Sat 3rd August 2019 - Sun 4th August 2019
Times: 10.00 - 17.00 daily
Learn about Wellington's Army
Be transported back in time to the Napoleonic era.
Meet Napoleonic soldiers and find out about the life of a Rifleman in Wellington's army during the Peninsular War.
Visit the living history encampment and learn how the soldiers' families lived.
Watch a thrilling display of military skill as the soldiers skirmish (please note that this will include gunfire).
Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
(Please note that all activities are subject to change and weather)more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular - Carrot Carnival
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 3rd August 2019 - Sat 17th August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
The Willows Carrot patch will be open from 3rd August-17th August and all of our child guests are able to pick their own bunch of carrots to take home with them.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
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Hertford Castle , Water Lane,, Hertford , SG14 1HR
Sun 4th August 2019
Times: 12:30 - 19:00
A free music festival within the spectacular grounds of Hertford Castle. Live music will be performed across three music stages featuring acoustic, folk, indie, rock and pop music. There will also be street food stands and bars at the event.
The Line Up & Charity for 2019 has been revealed. Visit https://bit.ly/2Emdbp9 for details.
The chosen charity for 2019 is Age UK Hertfordshiremore...
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Buckinghamshire Railway Centre, Quainton Road Station, Quainton, Aylesbury, HP22 4BY
Sun 4th August 2019
Times: 10.30am - 5pm
Peppa will be making appearances throughout the day - don't forget your cameras! Plus, follow our special Peppa Pig Trail!
Of course, you can also enjoy all the usual fun of the railway - take steam train rides, and take a trip on the miniature trains. The Railway Museum, Visitor Centre, cafe and shop will all be open! Admission charges apply.more...
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Storytime Yoga for Kids and Parents.
Southern Maltings , Kibes Lane, Ware, SG12 7BS
Sun 4th August 2019
Times: 10.00am
Sunday 4th August.
Ages 4-6 approx & Parents.
10am - 10.45am.
£10 Parent & Child
£4 extra person
Games followed by a classic children's story - yoga style! No previous yoga experience is needed, just pop along and enjoy yourselves. 🙂
more...
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Luna Kids Cinema at Knebworth House - Gruffalo / Highway Rat / Zog
Knebworth House, Knebworth, SG1 2AX
Sun 4th August 2019
Times: 10am
KNEBWORTH HOUSE
DOORS 9:30AM
FILM 10:00AM
The Gruffalo - 2009 - U - 27 mins
Highway Rat - 2017 - U - 26 mins
Zog - 2018 - U - 27 mins
Total running time: 1hr20mins
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Luna Kids Cinema at Knebworth House - Cars
Knebworth House, Knebworth, SG1 2AX
Sun 4th August 2019
Times: 1pm
KNEBWORTH HOUSE
DOORS 12:30PM
FILM 1:00PM
2006 - PG - 1hr52mins
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Luna Kids Cinema at Knebworth House - Dumbo
Knebworth House, Knebworth, SG1 2AX
Sun 4th August 2019
Times: 4pm
KNEBWORTH HOUSE
DOORS 3:30PM
FILM 4:00PM
2019 - PG - 1hr52mins
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The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
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Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
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British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Tue 30th July 2019 - Tue 27th August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:30
It can be tough finding activities to keep the children entertained throughout the school summer holidays. So the Museum's Education team have created special themed family activities, games and crafts all for the standard admission price!
If you'd like to attend multiple Terrific Tuesdays (there will be 9 during the 2019 season), and Museum events then you can purchase an Annual Pass which costs £30 per adult, £18 per child and family pass prices start from £50.
This year each Terrific Tuesday date in the summer is one of the four elements:
30th July - Earth
6th August - Air
13th August - Fire
20th August - Water
27th August - Element of surprise (a collection of activities from the previous weeks)
- Every Tuesday in Bucks school holidays is a Terrific Tuesday
- Enjoy themed family crafts and activities
- Activities run from 11am - 3.30pm
- Tea Room with drinks, light lunches, cakes and ice creams
- Plenty of space for picnics
- Baby changing facilities
- Adventure playground
- Small working farm
- Ample free car parking
Additional information
Activities for each date are still to be confirmed and are subject to change. Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
We recommend that you bring a carrier bag with you so that you can take home all the wonderful crafts and creations that you have made.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
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8 Old Cross,, Hertford , SG14 1RB
Mon 5th August 2019
Times: 11:15
Create your own terrarium to decorate or give as a gift
£3 per child. Limited to 8 places so booking is advisable.more...
Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
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Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular - Carrot Carnival
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 3rd August 2019 - Sat 17th August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
The Willows Carrot patch will be open from 3rd August-17th August and all of our child guests are able to pick their own bunch of carrots to take home with them.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
more...
Pokémon Detective Pikachu (PG)
The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PS
Tue 6th August 2019
Times: 1:30pm
In a world where people collect Pokémon to do battle, a boy comes across an intelligent talking Pikachu who seeks to be a detective.
more...
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The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PS
Tue 6th August 2019 - Wed 7th August 2019
Times: 10:30am
Tuesday 6th August, 10. 30am
Wednesday 7th August, 10.30am
Tickets: £5
Duration: 1hr, 25mins
Suitable for: most ages
The Queen's favourite dog gets lost from the palace and finds himself at a dog fight club.
He then begins his long journey to find his way back home.more...
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The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PS
Tue 6th August 2019
Times: 4:30pm
Tuesday 30th July, 1. 30pm
Tuesday 6th August, 4.30pm
Wednesday 7th August, 1.30pm
Tuesday 27th August, 1.30pm
Tickets: £5
Suitable for: all ages
Duration: 1h 40min
When a new toy called "Forky" joins Woody and the gang, a road trip alongside old and new friends reveals how big the world can be for a toy. more...
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Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Tue 30th July 2019 - Tue 27th August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:30
It can be tough finding activities to keep the children entertained throughout the school summer holidays. So the Museum's Education team have created special themed family activities, games and crafts all for the standard admission price!
If you'd like to attend multiple Terrific Tuesdays (there will be 9 during the 2019 season), and Museum events then you can purchase an Annual Pass which costs £30 per adult, £18 per child and family pass prices start from £50.
This year each Terrific Tuesday date in the summer is one of the four elements:
30th July - Earth
6th August - Air
13th August - Fire
20th August - Water
27th August - Element of surprise (a collection of activities from the previous weeks)
- Every Tuesday in Bucks school holidays is a Terrific Tuesday
- Enjoy themed family crafts and activities
- Activities run from 11am - 3.30pm
- Tea Room with drinks, light lunches, cakes and ice creams
- Plenty of space for picnics
- Baby changing facilities
- Adventure playground
- Small working farm
- Ample free car parking
Additional information
Activities for each date are still to be confirmed and are subject to change. Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
We recommend that you bring a carrier bag with you so that you can take home all the wonderful crafts and creations that you have made.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
The Mill House Summer Art Workshop- Outer Space
The Mill House, Unit 3 Dicker Mill, , Hertford, , SG13 7JY
Tue 6th August 2019
Times: 2-4pm
Suggested age: 4-10 £14 per child
To all those budding astronauts, this one's for you!
We'll start the session by designing and making our very own jet packs to wear.
Then we'll all help make and decorate a giant rocket which will form part of the end of summer art party installation.
And finally we'll create some space sun catchers to hang on the window.
The cost of this session includes FREE entry to the Summer Art Party on Tuesday 27th August 2-4pm, where we'll be bringing together all the wonderful creations from the summer art club sessions to form an exhibition celebrating everyone's work.
If you would like to take home any work created for the installation you can collect it at the art party on Tuesday 27th August.more...
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St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Summer at Hertford Museum - Week 2: Robotic Futures
Hertford Museum, Hertford Museum, 18 Bull Plain, SG14 1DT
Tue 6th August 2019 - Thu 8th August 2019
Times: 10.30 am - 3.30 pm
Drop in and take part in quality arts & crafts inspired by the Japanese collections in our exciting new exhibition.
Be inspired by Japanese technology and learn about piperoid robot models. Create your own papercraft robot or build a pet robot on wheels! Design a model remote control or make your own robot mask.
Sessions £2.50 per child. *Free places available for children of low-income families
Places are allocated on a first come first served basis. more...
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Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular - Carrot Carnival
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 3rd August 2019 - Sat 17th August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
The Willows Carrot patch will be open from 3rd August-17th August and all of our child guests are able to pick their own bunch of carrots to take home with them.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Tring Natural History Museum, Walter Rothschild Building, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Tue 6th August 2019 - Wed 7th August 2019
Times: 10.30 -11am, 11.15 - 11.45am, 2.30 - 3pm
Get up-close to dinosaur teeth and create a tooth pendant.
Different diets mean different teeth, whether big, sharp, small or blunt. See dinosaur specimens up-close and create a clay tooth necklace.
Suitable for ages 5+. Ticket prices £2.more...
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Church Street, , Ware , SG12 9EH
Tue 6th August 2019
Times: 10:30am
Minimtots summer classes now available to book.
Tuesday 6th August
Tuesday 13th August
Tuesday 20th August.
All at St Mary's in Ware At 10.30am.
Refreshments included. 🥤🧁
Fun with the instruments, puppets and the parachute.
All welcome including current, old and new Minimtots. Siblings welcome too.
£5 per child and half price for siblings.
Book and pay in advance please.
Message for more details or see my website www.minimtots.co.uk
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Robotic Futures craft activites at Hertford Museum
18 Bull Plain, , Hertford,, SG14 1DT
Tue 6th August 2019 - Wed 7th August 2019
Times: 10.30-3.30pm
Drop in and take part in quality art and crafts inspired by our Japanese collections in our exciting new exhibition.
Week 2: Robotic Futures
Tues 6th August - Thurs 8th August, 10.30-3.30pm (last entry 3pm).
Be inspired by Japanese technology and learn about piperoid robot models. Create your own papercraft robot or build a pet robot on wheels! Design a model remote control or make your own robot mask.
Sessions £2.50 per child.
Please note FREE places are available for low income families.more...
The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
more...
The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PS
Tue 6th August 2019 - Wed 7th August 2019
Times: 10:30am
Tuesday 6th August, 10. 30am
Wednesday 7th August, 10.30am
Tickets: £5
Duration: 1hr, 25mins
Suitable for: most ages
The Queen's favourite dog gets lost from the palace and finds himself at a dog fight club.
He then begins his long journey to find his way back home.more...
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The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PS
Wed 7th August 2019
Times: 1:30pm
Tuesday 30th July, 1. 30pm
Tuesday 6th August, 4.30pm
Wednesday 7th August, 1.30pm
Tuesday 27th August, 1.30pm
Tickets: £5
Suitable for: all ages
Duration: 1h 40min
When a new toy called "Forky" joins Woody and the gang, a road trip alongside old and new friends reveals how big the world can be for a toy. more...
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Hertford Play Day The Town Centre Event for Children
Water Lane, , Hertford , SG14 1HR
Wed 7th August 2019
Times: 11am-4pm
Hertford Play Day The Town Centre Event for Children
With schools out for summer and parents/guardians looking for free activities to entertain the kids, Hertford Play Day has something on offer for all ages.
Hertford Play Day is organised by Hertford Town Council and takes place on Wednesday 7th August from 11am - 4pm in the town centre. There will also be another of Hertford Town Council's popular trails for children launching on Wednesday 24th July that runs throughout the holidays.
As part of the national Play Day initiative, the Town Council has organised an abundance of activities, most of which are free of charge or low cost to participate in.
Free Activities & Shows Include: • Mr Marvel Magic shows • Zumbini classes • Circus workshops • Balloon modelling • Pizza tasting at Six Templars • Ice cream tasting at IlVino Café • Craft activities in at Leaf Café & Hertford Library • Design your own t-shirt competition at Gingerlillies • Food and drink samples as well as kids' activities at Café Rouge • Everyone Active Mini Olympics - fun games with a fitness twist for the little ones (and parents) to win prizes including 12 months free membership, 12 months free swimming lessons, family fun swims and much more.
Low cost activities include; children's films at Hertford Theatre, craft activities at the Mill House in Marshgate Drive, beauty glitter, hair platting and makeup tutorials at Love Locks and the option to create magical tea lights at Leaf Café.
Many retailers in the town will be offering discounts throughout the event including 20% off Maxin Porcaro children's haircuts, 25% off meal deals at Costa, 10% off at Paul Martin.
Visit www.hertford.gov.uk/events or visit the Town and Tourist Information Centre for a programme which includes many more activities and offers throughout the day.
Cllr Jane Sartin, Chairman of Hertford Town Council's Development and Leisure Committee, said "If you're looking for summer holiday activities for children close to home, Hertford town centre will be the place to be on 7 August. It's good to have the involvement of so many local businesses, putting on activities as part of the event alongside the entertainment Hertford Town Council is organising." more...
Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Tue 30th July 2019 - Tue 27th August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:30
It can be tough finding activities to keep the children entertained throughout the school summer holidays. So the Museum's Education team have created special themed family activities, games and crafts all for the standard admission price!
If you'd like to attend multiple Terrific Tuesdays (there will be 9 during the 2019 season), and Museum events then you can purchase an Annual Pass which costs £30 per adult, £18 per child and family pass prices start from £50.
This year each Terrific Tuesday date in the summer is one of the four elements:
30th July - Earth
6th August - Air
13th August - Fire
20th August - Water
27th August - Element of surprise (a collection of activities from the previous weeks)
- Every Tuesday in Bucks school holidays is a Terrific Tuesday
- Enjoy themed family crafts and activities
- Activities run from 11am - 3.30pm
- Tea Room with drinks, light lunches, cakes and ice creams
- Plenty of space for picnics
- Baby changing facilities
- Adventure playground
- Small working farm
- Ample free car parking
Additional information
Activities for each date are still to be confirmed and are subject to change. Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
We recommend that you bring a carrier bag with you so that you can take home all the wonderful crafts and creations that you have made.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Summer at Hertford Museum - Week 2: Robotic Futures
Hertford Museum, Hertford Museum, 18 Bull Plain, SG14 1DT
Tue 6th August 2019 - Thu 8th August 2019
Times: 10.30 am - 3.30 pm
Drop in and take part in quality arts & crafts inspired by the Japanese collections in our exciting new exhibition.
Be inspired by Japanese technology and learn about piperoid robot models. Create your own papercraft robot or build a pet robot on wheels! Design a model remote control or make your own robot mask.
Sessions £2.50 per child. *Free places available for children of low-income families
Places are allocated on a first come first served basis. more...
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Enchanted Crafts at The Leaf Cafe
8 Old Cross,, Hertford , SG14 1RB
Wed 7th August 2019
Times: 11:00-12:00
Join our Unicorn Princess for a truely enchanting hour of crafts! Make a magical tea light jar to take home, light your candle at night so the fairies can find their way home!
£5 per child, all materials included. Booking is advisable as places are limited. Bookings and payment can be taken by phone 01992 217667
Part of the Hertford Play Day! more...
Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular - Carrot Carnival
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 3rd August 2019 - Sat 17th August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
The Willows Carrot patch will be open from 3rd August-17th August and all of our child guests are able to pick their own bunch of carrots to take home with them.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Meet a Princess Aurora and Face Painting!
Van Hage , Pepper Hill, Great Amwell, , Ware , SG12 9RP
Wed 7th August 2019
Times: 10am-12 noon
Meet Princess Aurora for a selfie and a story on August 7th,
10am - 12noon
All free of charge, no need to book
Face painting 10am - 12noon
July 25th and August 7th
Do some colouring-in while you wait!
Full face £4
Taking place in our Cafe courtyard gazebomore...
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Tring Natural History Museum, Walter Rothschild Building, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Tue 6th August 2019 - Wed 7th August 2019
Times: 10.30 -11am, 11.15 - 11.45am, 2.30 - 3pm
Get up-close to dinosaur teeth and create a tooth pendant.
Different diets mean different teeth, whether big, sharp, small or blunt. See dinosaur specimens up-close and create a clay tooth necklace.
Suitable for ages 5+. Ticket prices £2.more...
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Robotic Futures craft activites at Hertford Museum
18 Bull Plain, , Hertford,, SG14 1DT
Tue 6th August 2019 - Wed 7th August 2019
Times: 10.30-3.30pm
Drop in and take part in quality art and crafts inspired by our Japanese collections in our exciting new exhibition.
Week 2: Robotic Futures
Tues 6th August - Thurs 8th August, 10.30-3.30pm (last entry 3pm).
Be inspired by Japanese technology and learn about piperoid robot models. Create your own papercraft robot or build a pet robot on wheels! Design a model remote control or make your own robot mask.
Sessions £2.50 per child.
Please note FREE places are available for low income families.more...
The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
more...
Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Tue 30th July 2019 - Tue 27th August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:30
It can be tough finding activities to keep the children entertained throughout the school summer holidays. So the Museum's Education team have created special themed family activities, games and crafts all for the standard admission price!
If you'd like to attend multiple Terrific Tuesdays (there will be 9 during the 2019 season), and Museum events then you can purchase an Annual Pass which costs £30 per adult, £18 per child and family pass prices start from £50.
This year each Terrific Tuesday date in the summer is one of the four elements:
30th July - Earth
6th August - Air
13th August - Fire
20th August - Water
27th August - Element of surprise (a collection of activities from the previous weeks)
- Every Tuesday in Bucks school holidays is a Terrific Tuesday
- Enjoy themed family crafts and activities
- Activities run from 11am - 3.30pm
- Tea Room with drinks, light lunches, cakes and ice creams
- Plenty of space for picnics
- Baby changing facilities
- Adventure playground
- Small working farm
- Ample free car parking
Additional information
Activities for each date are still to be confirmed and are subject to change. Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
We recommend that you bring a carrier bag with you so that you can take home all the wonderful crafts and creations that you have made.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
The Mill House Summer Art Workshop- Creepy Crawly Bugs
The Mill House, Unit 3 Dicker Mill, , Hertford, , SG13 7JY
Thu 8th August 2019
Times: 2-4pm
Suggested age: 3-8 £14 per child.
Start the workshop by creating your very own bug crown.
We'll then build and decorate our own observational bug houses for you to take home!
And finally, get messy with paint and help us decorate lots of giant bugs and flowers to form part of the end of summer art party installation.
The cost of this session includes FREE entry to the Summer Art Party on Tuesday 27th August 2-4pm, where we'll be bringing together all the wonderful creations from the summer art club sessions to form an exhibition celebrating everyone's work.
If you would like to take home any work created for the installation you can collect it at the art party on Tuesday 27th August.
more...
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St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Summer at Hertford Museum - Week 2: Robotic Futures
Hertford Museum, Hertford Museum, 18 Bull Plain, SG14 1DT
Tue 6th August 2019 - Thu 8th August 2019
Times: 10.30 am - 3.30 pm
Drop in and take part in quality arts & crafts inspired by the Japanese collections in our exciting new exhibition.
Be inspired by Japanese technology and learn about piperoid robot models. Create your own papercraft robot or build a pet robot on wheels! Design a model remote control or make your own robot mask.
Sessions £2.50 per child. *Free places available for children of low-income families
Places are allocated on a first come first served basis. more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Thu 8th August 2019
Times: 10.30-12.00, 14.30-16.00
Explore the world of dinosaurs in a session of free-flowing activities.
Set out across the Museum to take part in a variety of dinotastic and self-led activities including a trail, specimen-handling, crafts and dig boxes.
Suitable for ages 5+
Advanced booking requiredmore...
Visit website
Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular - Carrot Carnival
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 3rd August 2019 - Sat 17th August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
The Willows Carrot patch will be open from 3rd August-17th August and all of our child guests are able to pick their own bunch of carrots to take home with them.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum and Gallery, Town Hall, St Peter's Street , St Albans , AL1 3DH
Thu 8th August 2019
Times: 10.30 am – 12.30 pm + 2.00 – 4.00 pm
Be inspired by Barbara Hepworth's famous sculptures and drawings and, as a family, create your own crafty masterpieces to take home! more...
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St Albans Museum and Gallery, Town Hall, St Peter's Street , St Albans , AL1 3DH
Thu 8th August 2019
Times: 10.30 am – 12.30 pm + 2.00 – 4.00 pm
Be inspired by Barbara Hepworth's famous sculptures and drawings and, as a family, create your own crafty masterpieces to take home! more...
Visit website
Lowewood Museum- Craft Activities
High St, , Hoddesdon, EN11 8BH
Thu 8th August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:00
Drop in and create cave art at the museum between 11am and 3pm - just £2. 00 per child. No need to book!more...
The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
more...
Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Tue 30th July 2019 - Tue 27th August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:30
It can be tough finding activities to keep the children entertained throughout the school summer holidays. So the Museum's Education team have created special themed family activities, games and crafts all for the standard admission price!
If you'd like to attend multiple Terrific Tuesdays (there will be 9 during the 2019 season), and Museum events then you can purchase an Annual Pass which costs £30 per adult, £18 per child and family pass prices start from £50.
This year each Terrific Tuesday date in the summer is one of the four elements:
30th July - Earth
6th August - Air
13th August - Fire
20th August - Water
27th August - Element of surprise (a collection of activities from the previous weeks)
- Every Tuesday in Bucks school holidays is a Terrific Tuesday
- Enjoy themed family crafts and activities
- Activities run from 11am - 3.30pm
- Tea Room with drinks, light lunches, cakes and ice creams
- Plenty of space for picnics
- Baby changing facilities
- Adventure playground
- Small working farm
- Ample free car parking
Additional information
Activities for each date are still to be confirmed and are subject to change. Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
We recommend that you bring a carrier bag with you so that you can take home all the wonderful crafts and creations that you have made.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular - Carrot Carnival
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 3rd August 2019 - Sat 17th August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
The Willows Carrot patch will be open from 3rd August-17th August and all of our child guests are able to pick their own bunch of carrots to take home with them.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
The Spotlight, High Street, Hoddesdon , EN11 8BE
Fri 9th August 2019 - Wed 21st August 2019
Times: Various - see link
Cast includes Tom Hanks (voice), Tim Allen (voice), Joan Cusack (voice), Annie Potts (voice),Christina Hendricks (voice), Keanu Reeves (voice)
TOY STORY 4 is an animated fantasy adventure sequel in which two toys become separated from their owner while on a road trip.
Approx. Running minutes 100
more...
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The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
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Cassana Performance Academy: High School Musical Jr.
The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PS
Sat 10th August 2019
Times: 2.30pm & 6pm
Students aged 6 to 14 years old learn this show in a week!
Expect music, dancing and a jam-packed production showcasing young local talent.
For more information on Cassana Performance Academy Holiday Workshops, visit https://cassanaperformanceacademy.com/holiday-workshops/more...
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Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
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Paradise Wildlife Park, White Stubbs Ln, Broxbourne, EN10 7QA
Sat 10th August 2019 - Sun 11th August 2019
Times: 09:30 - 17:00
Join our Red Panda's for a fun filled family day out as we raise awareness and funds for the Red Panda Network.
Take part in a raffle and be in with the chance to WIN a Meet The Red Pandas experience! There will also be additional Red panda talks, a stall selling cakes and Red panda goodies and much more.more...
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British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Knebworth House, Knebworth, SG1 2AX
Sat 10th August 2019 - Sun 11th August 2019
Times: 10am - 5pm
When you visit the Park & Gardens on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th August (10:00 am to 5:00 pm, last admission 4:00 pm), entry to the Country, Crafts & Steam Fair will be included!
This family Fair has something for everyone. All day entertainment will include steam engines - both full size and scale, fighting knights and medieval village, birds of prey flying displays, terrier racing, children's entertainer, the goat show including bottle feeding lambs and kids, children's petting pens, historical re-enactment, plus demonstrations of rural skills for you to enjoy, and much much more.
Arts, crafts, food, drink, and gifts marquees as well as outside trade stands.
Fully catered & with a licensed bar
On Sunday at this event, we are proud to host The Companion Dog Show (Companion-Dog-Show-2019) so bring along a canine friend and have a go (all proceeds from entries go to Marie Curie care).
Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome in the event site and Park but not in the House, Gardens, Dinosaur Trail, inside Fort Knebworth or food marquees. Working assistance dogs are welcome in all areas.
It is a fantastic value day out - for just £10.00 per person, families can enjoy a day in the Park which is excellent for games & picnics, the 28 acres of Formal Gardens, the exciting Adventure Playground with Fort Knebworth, and the trail of 72 life-sized dinosaurs. House admission tickets are available at a supplement of £4.00 for adults and £3.50 for senior citizens / children.
And remember, under 3's go free!
Book your admission tickets online before midnight the day before your visit to save 10%. Full price tickets will be available at the gate on the day.
For exhibitor enquiries please contact the event organisers directly:
www.oakleighfairs.co.uk/contact-us/more...
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Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Tue 30th July 2019 - Tue 27th August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:30
It can be tough finding activities to keep the children entertained throughout the school summer holidays. So the Museum's Education team have created special themed family activities, games and crafts all for the standard admission price!
If you'd like to attend multiple Terrific Tuesdays (there will be 9 during the 2019 season), and Museum events then you can purchase an Annual Pass which costs £30 per adult, £18 per child and family pass prices start from £50.
This year each Terrific Tuesday date in the summer is one of the four elements:
30th July - Earth
6th August - Air
13th August - Fire
20th August - Water
27th August - Element of surprise (a collection of activities from the previous weeks)
- Every Tuesday in Bucks school holidays is a Terrific Tuesday
- Enjoy themed family crafts and activities
- Activities run from 11am - 3.30pm
- Tea Room with drinks, light lunches, cakes and ice creams
- Plenty of space for picnics
- Baby changing facilities
- Adventure playground
- Small working farm
- Ample free car parking
Additional information
Activities for each date are still to be confirmed and are subject to change. Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
We recommend that you bring a carrier bag with you so that you can take home all the wonderful crafts and creations that you have made.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles, HP8 4AB
Sat 10th August 2019 - Sun 11th August 2019
Times: 10.00 - 17.00
A living history Tudor Courtroom event.
The year is 1585 and a Justice of the Peace commissioned by Queen Elizabeth I has arrived to hold court. Come and learn about the intrigues of village life and join in to help decide the rights and wrongs of each case.
Has the landlord watered the beer? Will Goodwife Manwood be granted a divorce? Who abducted Widow Besser's grandson? Will the village scold be sent to the ducking stool?
- Chat with the costumed re-enactors walking around the Museum to find out what was happening in the year 1585.
- Become the jury and participate in the court cases. The fate of the accused is in your hands!
- Want to know more about the Tudors and Stuarts? Talk to the red-shirted 'interpreters' who will be happy to answer your questions!
Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.more...
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St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
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Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
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Robotic Futures: Autism Friendly Craft Session
Hertford Museum, Hertford Museum, 18 Bull Plain, SG14 1DT
Sat 10th August 2019
Times: 2.00 - 4.00 pm
Sat 10th August 2-4pm NEW Autism Friendly Session. Booking essential www.ticketsource.co.uk
Be inspired by Japanese technology and learn about piperoid robot models. Create your own papercraft robot or build a pet robot on wheels! Design a model remote control or make your own robot mask.
Sessions £2.50 per child. *Free places available for children of low-income families
Places are allocated on a first come first served basis. more...
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Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
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Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
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Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular - Carrot Carnival
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 3rd August 2019 - Sat 17th August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
The Willows Carrot patch will be open from 3rd August-17th August and all of our child guests are able to pick their own bunch of carrots to take home with them.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
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The Spotlight, High Street, Hoddesdon , EN11 8BE
Fri 9th August 2019 - Wed 21st August 2019
Times: Various - see link
Cast includes Tom Hanks (voice), Tim Allen (voice), Joan Cusack (voice), Annie Potts (voice),Christina Hendricks (voice), Keanu Reeves (voice)
TOY STORY 4 is an animated fantasy adventure sequel in which two toys become separated from their owner while on a road trip.
Approx. Running minutes 100
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Autism Friendly Summer Holiday Session at Hertford Museum
18 Bull Plain, , Hertford,, SG14 1DT
Sat 10th August 2019
Times: 2-4pm
The theme for this Autism Friendly art and craft session is Robots!
Numbers will be kept low to ensure a quieter session where we can cater especially for SEND children and their families.
Sat 10th August 2-4pm
Booking essential www.ticketsource.co.uk
Children will be able to make their own papercraft robot or build a pet robot on wheels! They can create a remote control model or design a robot mask.
This session will be run by our museum learning officer.
Any questions, please call Hannah on (01992) 585724.
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The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
more...
Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
Paradise Wildlife Park, White Stubbs Ln, Broxbourne, EN10 7QA
Sat 10th August 2019 - Sun 11th August 2019
Times: 09:30 - 17:00
Join our Red Panda's for a fun filled family day out as we raise awareness and funds for the Red Panda Network.
Take part in a raffle and be in with the chance to WIN a Meet The Red Pandas experience! There will also be additional Red panda talks, a stall selling cakes and Red panda goodies and much more.more...
Visit website
British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Knebworth House, Knebworth, SG1 2AX
Sat 10th August 2019 - Sun 11th August 2019
Times: 10am - 5pm
When you visit the Park & Gardens on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th August (10:00 am to 5:00 pm, last admission 4:00 pm), entry to the Country, Crafts & Steam Fair will be included!
This family Fair has something for everyone. All day entertainment will include steam engines - both full size and scale, fighting knights and medieval village, birds of prey flying displays, terrier racing, children's entertainer, the goat show including bottle feeding lambs and kids, children's petting pens, historical re-enactment, plus demonstrations of rural skills for you to enjoy, and much much more.
Arts, crafts, food, drink, and gifts marquees as well as outside trade stands.
Fully catered & with a licensed bar
On Sunday at this event, we are proud to host The Companion Dog Show (Companion-Dog-Show-2019) so bring along a canine friend and have a go (all proceeds from entries go to Marie Curie care).
Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome in the event site and Park but not in the House, Gardens, Dinosaur Trail, inside Fort Knebworth or food marquees. Working assistance dogs are welcome in all areas.
It is a fantastic value day out - for just £10.00 per person, families can enjoy a day in the Park which is excellent for games & picnics, the 28 acres of Formal Gardens, the exciting Adventure Playground with Fort Knebworth, and the trail of 72 life-sized dinosaurs. House admission tickets are available at a supplement of £4.00 for adults and £3.50 for senior citizens / children.
And remember, under 3's go free!
Book your admission tickets online before midnight the day before your visit to save 10%. Full price tickets will be available at the gate on the day.
For exhibitor enquiries please contact the event organisers directly:
www.oakleighfairs.co.uk/contact-us/more...
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A Midsummer Nights Dream at Hatfield House
Hatfield House, Great North Rd, Hatfield, AL9 5HX
Sun 11th August 2019
Times: 16:00 - 18:00
The Lord Chamberlain's Men, the UK's premier all male theatre company, invite you to join them this summer to celebrate their 15th year with Shakespeare's enchanting comedy A Midsummer Night's Dream.
"Lord, what fools these mortals be!"
To honour Duke Theseus' wedding, a group of rustic artisans, and would-be thespians, rehearse a play. Meanwhile, feuding lovers flee the city and seek solace in an enchanted forest alive with warring fairies and the meddling sprite Puck. As the clash between the fairy king and queen, Oberon and Titania, catches everyone in its cross-fire, confusion abounds and makes asses of them all.
"The course of true love never did run smooth."
This supernatural comedy of mischievous fairies, confused lovers and rude mechanicals is an intoxicating tale of clarity found from chaos as angled love gives way to happily ever afters. Bring a chair and a picnic, and enjoy a glorious summer's evening watching one of Shakespeare's best-loved comedies. Performed in the open air, by an all male cast with Elizabethan costumes, music and dance. This is undoubtedly one of the hottest tickets of the summer; book early to avoid missing out!
Authenticity | Excellence | Magic
DIRECTIONS & PARKING
The performance will start at 4pm, attendees can enter the event site at 3pm in order to pick their viewing spot, there is no reserved seating.
Advanced ticket holders will be able to enter the Park in their vehicles via Station Lodge (AL9 5AE) from 3pm on Sunday 11th August in order to park closer to the event site. Station Lodge usually acts as just a pedestrian entrance for the Estate, but for this performance it will be accepting vehicles. This event parking will be on grass.
Anyone with advanced tickets wishing to spend the day here and therefore arriving before 3pm will be directed to park in our normal visitor car park (AL9 5HX) and walk to the event site which is approximately a 15 minute walk. Alternatively vehicles can drive round entering via Station Lodge after 3pm to park closer to the event site.
Drop off and Disabled Parking is available closer to the event site, however, there is still a very short walk over the grass from here.
All parking is free of charge. Please click here to view details on how to find us
THE EVENT SITE (THE ELEPHANT DELL)
The Elephant Dell is located in a naturally shaped grass bowl in the grounds of Hatfield House. This location is about a 2 or 3 minute walk across grass, from the car park accessed through Station Lodge.
The nearest toilets are located in Stable Yard which is a 5 to 10 minute walk from the Elephant Dell. Please click here to view our Estate & Facilities map
WEATHER
The performance will go ahead come rain or shine, be prepared for the British summer, whether that means hats and sun cream or umbrellas and raincoats!
TICKET INFORMATION
More details coming soon....
DOGS
Unfortunately with the exception of assistance dogs, dogs will not be permitted into the event site.
For further information, please contact:
Peter Stickney, Artistic Director of The Lord Chamberlain's Men on 0208 852 5761 or [email protected]
For our full tour details please visit www.tlcm.co.ukmore...
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Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Tue 30th July 2019 - Tue 27th August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:30
It can be tough finding activities to keep the children entertained throughout the school summer holidays. So the Museum's Education team have created special themed family activities, games and crafts all for the standard admission price!
If you'd like to attend multiple Terrific Tuesdays (there will be 9 during the 2019 season), and Museum events then you can purchase an Annual Pass which costs £30 per adult, £18 per child and family pass prices start from £50.
This year each Terrific Tuesday date in the summer is one of the four elements:
30th July - Earth
6th August - Air
13th August - Fire
20th August - Water
27th August - Element of surprise (a collection of activities from the previous weeks)
- Every Tuesday in Bucks school holidays is a Terrific Tuesday
- Enjoy themed family crafts and activities
- Activities run from 11am - 3.30pm
- Tea Room with drinks, light lunches, cakes and ice creams
- Plenty of space for picnics
- Baby changing facilities
- Adventure playground
- Small working farm
- Ample free car parking
Additional information
Activities for each date are still to be confirmed and are subject to change. Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
We recommend that you bring a carrier bag with you so that you can take home all the wonderful crafts and creations that you have made.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles, HP8 4AB
Sat 10th August 2019 - Sun 11th August 2019
Times: 10.00 - 17.00
A living history Tudor Courtroom event.
The year is 1585 and a Justice of the Peace commissioned by Queen Elizabeth I has arrived to hold court. Come and learn about the intrigues of village life and join in to help decide the rights and wrongs of each case.
Has the landlord watered the beer? Will Goodwife Manwood be granted a divorce? Who abducted Widow Besser's grandson? Will the village scold be sent to the ducking stool?
- Chat with the costumed re-enactors walking around the Museum to find out what was happening in the year 1585.
- Become the jury and participate in the court cases. The fate of the accused is in your hands!
- Want to know more about the Tudors and Stuarts? Talk to the red-shirted 'interpreters' who will be happy to answer your questions!
Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Outdoor Theatre- Sense and Sensibility with the Pantaloons
Wimpole Estate, Arrington, Royston, SG8 0BW
Sun 11th August 2019
Times: 19:30 - 22:00
Relax with a picnic in the beautiful setting of the Old Rectory Restaurant Garden and enjoy Sense and Sensibility as you have never seen it before. Expect fun, comedy and mayhem from The Pantaloons.
Elinor Dashwood has a lot of good Sense. Her sister Marianne Dashwood has an excess of Sensibility. Together they make a snappy title for Jane Austen's classic novel of scandals, scoundrels and severely sprained ankles. This funny, fast-paced and faithful new adaption from the critically-acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre company features live music, audience interaction, romance and heartbreak.more...
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Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
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Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular - Carrot Carnival
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 3rd August 2019 - Sat 17th August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
The Willows Carrot patch will be open from 3rd August-17th August and all of our child guests are able to pick their own bunch of carrots to take home with them.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
The Spotlight, High Street, Hoddesdon , EN11 8BE
Fri 9th August 2019 - Wed 21st August 2019
Times: Various - see link
Cast includes Tom Hanks (voice), Tim Allen (voice), Joan Cusack (voice), Annie Potts (voice),Christina Hendricks (voice), Keanu Reeves (voice)
TOY STORY 4 is an animated fantasy adventure sequel in which two toys become separated from their owner while on a road trip.
Approx. Running minutes 100
more...
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Southern Maltings, Kibes Lane, Ware, SG12 7BS
Sun 11th August 2019
Times: 10.00am or 11.00am
Sunday 11th August.
Children Ages 4-6 approx.
10am - 10.45am
Children Ages 7-10 approx
11am-12pm
£12 Adult & 1 Child
£8 extra Adult & £4 extra Child
Family Ticket
2 Adults and 2 Children £22
We will go on a fun filled yoga journey. Lots of games, fun and partner/group work. There are two sessions depending on ages. No previous yoga experience is needed, just pop along and enjoy yourselves. 🙂
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The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
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Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Tue 30th July 2019 - Tue 27th August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:30
It can be tough finding activities to keep the children entertained throughout the school summer holidays. So the Museum's Education team have created special themed family activities, games and crafts all for the standard admission price!
If you'd like to attend multiple Terrific Tuesdays (there will be 9 during the 2019 season), and Museum events then you can purchase an Annual Pass which costs £30 per adult, £18 per child and family pass prices start from £50.
This year each Terrific Tuesday date in the summer is one of the four elements:
30th July - Earth
6th August - Air
13th August - Fire
20th August - Water
27th August - Element of surprise (a collection of activities from the previous weeks)
- Every Tuesday in Bucks school holidays is a Terrific Tuesday
- Enjoy themed family crafts and activities
- Activities run from 11am - 3.30pm
- Tea Room with drinks, light lunches, cakes and ice creams
- Plenty of space for picnics
- Baby changing facilities
- Adventure playground
- Small working farm
- Ample free car parking
Additional information
Activities for each date are still to be confirmed and are subject to change. Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
We recommend that you bring a carrier bag with you so that you can take home all the wonderful crafts and creations that you have made.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
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Water Bottle Boat at The Leaf Cafe
8 Old Cross,, Hertford , SG14 1RB
Mon 12th August 2019
Times: 11:15
Create a boat out of empty drink bottles and let your imagination set sail.
Cost £3 per child.
8 places available so booking is recommended more...
Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
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Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular - Carrot Carnival
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 3rd August 2019 - Sat 17th August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
The Willows Carrot patch will be open from 3rd August-17th August and all of our child guests are able to pick their own bunch of carrots to take home with them.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
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The Spotlight, High Street, Hoddesdon , EN11 8BE
Fri 9th August 2019 - Wed 21st August 2019
Times: Various - see link
Cast includes Tom Hanks (voice), Tim Allen (voice), Joan Cusack (voice), Annie Potts (voice),Christina Hendricks (voice), Keanu Reeves (voice)
TOY STORY 4 is an animated fantasy adventure sequel in which two toys become separated from their owner while on a road trip.
Approx. Running minutes 100
more...
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The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
more...
Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Tue 13th August 2019 - Thu 15th August 2019
Times: 10.30-11.00, 11.15-11.45, 14.30-15.00
Discover how dinosaurs defended themselves and create some armour to take home.
Explore specimens and find out how dinosaurs fended off predators and rivals. Get inspired and create some dinosaur armour of your own.
Suitable for ages 5+. Drop in. £2.more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Tue 30th July 2019 - Tue 27th August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:30
It can be tough finding activities to keep the children entertained throughout the school summer holidays. So the Museum's Education team have created special themed family activities, games and crafts all for the standard admission price!
If you'd like to attend multiple Terrific Tuesdays (there will be 9 during the 2019 season), and Museum events then you can purchase an Annual Pass which costs £30 per adult, £18 per child and family pass prices start from £50.
This year each Terrific Tuesday date in the summer is one of the four elements:
30th July - Earth
6th August - Air
13th August - Fire
20th August - Water
27th August - Element of surprise (a collection of activities from the previous weeks)
- Every Tuesday in Bucks school holidays is a Terrific Tuesday
- Enjoy themed family crafts and activities
- Activities run from 11am - 3.30pm
- Tea Room with drinks, light lunches, cakes and ice creams
- Plenty of space for picnics
- Baby changing facilities
- Adventure playground
- Small working farm
- Ample free car parking
Additional information
Activities for each date are still to be confirmed and are subject to change. Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
We recommend that you bring a carrier bag with you so that you can take home all the wonderful crafts and creations that you have made.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Summer at Hertford Museum - Week 3: Kites, Kimonos & Kokeshi Dolls
Hertford Museum, Hertford Museum, 18 Bull Plain, SG14 1DT
Tue 13th August 2019 - Thu 15th August 2019
Times: 10.30 am - 3.30 pm
Tues 13th August - Thurs 15th August, 10. 30-3.30pm (last entry 3pm).
Drop in and take part in quality arts & crafts inspired by the Japanese collections in our exciting new exhibition. Make a wonderful Japanese carp windsock and print patterns to design a kimono. Paint your own Kokeshi doll to take home.
Sessions £2.50 per child. *Free places available for children of low-income families
Places are allocated on a first come first served basis. more...
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Verulamium Museum, St Michael’s Street, St Albans, AL3 4SW
Tue 13th August 2019
Times: 10am
Try out a selection of quizzes and challenges at our special event dedicated to cracking codes.
Can you solve the mystery?more...
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Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular - Carrot Carnival
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 3rd August 2019 - Sat 17th August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
The Willows Carrot patch will be open from 3rd August-17th August and all of our child guests are able to pick their own bunch of carrots to take home with them.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
The Spotlight, High Street, Hoddesdon , EN11 8BE
Fri 9th August 2019 - Wed 21st August 2019
Times: Various - see link
Cast includes Tom Hanks (voice), Tim Allen (voice), Joan Cusack (voice), Annie Potts (voice),Christina Hendricks (voice), Keanu Reeves (voice)
TOY STORY 4 is an animated fantasy adventure sequel in which two toys become separated from their owner while on a road trip.
Approx. Running minutes 100
more...
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Church Street, , Ware , SG12 9EH
Tue 13th August 2019
Times: 10:30am
Minimtots summer classes now available to book.
Tuesday 6th August
Tuesday 13th August
Tuesday 20th August.
All at St Mary's in Ware At 10.30am.
Refreshments included. 🥤🧁
Fun with the instruments, puppets and the parachute.
All welcome including current, old and new Minimtots. Siblings welcome too.
£5 per child and half price for siblings.
Book and pay in advance please.
Message for more details or see my website www.minimtots.co.uk
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Kites, Kimonos and Kokeshi Dolls Craft activites at Hertford Museum
18 Bull Plain, , Hertford,, SG14 1DT
Tue 13th August 2019 - Thu 15th August 2019
Times: 10.30-3.30pm
Drop in and take part in quality art and crafts inspired by our Japanese collections in our exciting new exhibition.
Week 3: Kites, Kimonos and Kokeshi Dolls
Tues 13th August - Thurs 15th August, 10.30-3.30pm (last entry 3pm).
Make a wonderful Japanese carp windsock and print patterns to design a kimono. Paint your own Kokeshi doll to take home.
Sessions £2.50 per child.
Please note FREE places are available for low income families.
65 places are allocated on a first come, first served basis.
For more information, please contact the museum.
We welcome childminders and recommend Thursday afternoons as a particularly good time slot for bringing larger groups. Please contact our Learning Officer Hannah at [email protected] if you are planning to bring a large group of 5+ so we can ensure we are well resourced for your visit. Thank you.more...
The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
more...
Beane Valley Children's Centres, Clappers Lane, , Hertford , SG14 3QA
Wed 14th August 2019
Times: 09:00-11:00
Arts & Crafts £3 per family Come along to our Arts & Crafts sessions which offer a variety of arts and crafts activities. This session is for you and your children to get creative together.
more...
Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
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Theatre in the Park (Treasure Island) at Hatfield House
Hatfield House, Great North Rd, Hatfield, AL9 5HX
Wed 14th August 2019
Times: 14:00 - 16:00
Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company for this brand-new adaptation of everyone's favourite swashbuckling pirate adventure: Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island. When he stumbles across a coveted treasure map, young Jim Hawkins finds himself on an epic adventure in the hope of finding Treasure Island. But not everyone is to be trusted, and a dark secret is lurking on board the ship... Don't miss this much-loved story, adapted for stage in among some of the most beautiful open-air venues the UK and Ireland have to offer.
This production is performed in the open air where you are welcome to bring a low back chair and a picnic and spend a glorious summer's afternoon watching this adventurous story.
DIRECTIONS & PARKING
Treasure Island will start at 2pm, attendees can enter the event site at 1pm in order to pick their viewing spot, there is no reserved seating.
Advanced ticket holders will be able to enter the Park in their vehicles via Station Lodge (AL9 5AE) from 1pm on 14th August 2019 in order to park closer to the event site. Station Lodge usually acts as just a pedestrian entrance for the Estate, but for this performance it will be accepting vehicles.This event parking will be on grass.
Anyone with advanced tickets wishing to spend the day here and therefore arriving before 1pm will be directed to park in our normal visitor car park (AL9 5HX) and walk to the event site which is approximately a 15 minute walk. Alternatively vehicles can drive round entering via Station Lodge after 1pm to park closer to the event site.
Drop off and Disabled Parking is available closer to the site, however, there is still a very short walk over the grass from here.
All parking is free of charge. Please click here to view details on how to find us
THE EVENT SITE (THE ELEPHANT DELL)
The event site is located in a naturally shaped grass bowl in the grounds of Hatfield House known as the Elephant Dell. This location is about a 2 or 3 minute walk across grass, from the event car park which will be accessed through Station Lodge on the day.
The nearest toilets are located in Stable Yard which is a 5 to 10 minute walk from the Elephant Dell. Please click here to view our Estate & Facilities map
WEATHER
The performance will go ahead come rain or shine, be prepared for the British summer, whether that means hats and sun cream or umbrellas and raincoats!
TICKET INFORMATION
Coming soon!
DOGS
Unfortunately with the exception of assistance dogs, dogs will not be permitted into the event site.more...
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British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Tue 13th August 2019 - Thu 15th August 2019
Times: 10.30-11.00, 11.15-11.45, 14.30-15.00
Discover how dinosaurs defended themselves and create some armour to take home.
Explore specimens and find out how dinosaurs fended off predators and rivals. Get inspired and create some dinosaur armour of your own.
Suitable for ages 5+. Drop in. £2.more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Tue 30th July 2019 - Tue 27th August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:30
It can be tough finding activities to keep the children entertained throughout the school summer holidays. So the Museum's Education team have created special themed family activities, games and crafts all for the standard admission price!
If you'd like to attend multiple Terrific Tuesdays (there will be 9 during the 2019 season), and Museum events then you can purchase an Annual Pass which costs £30 per adult, £18 per child and family pass prices start from £50.
This year each Terrific Tuesday date in the summer is one of the four elements:
30th July - Earth
6th August - Air
13th August - Fire
20th August - Water
27th August - Element of surprise (a collection of activities from the previous weeks)
- Every Tuesday in Bucks school holidays is a Terrific Tuesday
- Enjoy themed family crafts and activities
- Activities run from 11am - 3.30pm
- Tea Room with drinks, light lunches, cakes and ice creams
- Plenty of space for picnics
- Baby changing facilities
- Adventure playground
- Small working farm
- Ample free car parking
Additional information
Activities for each date are still to be confirmed and are subject to change. Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
We recommend that you bring a carrier bag with you so that you can take home all the wonderful crafts and creations that you have made.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
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Brookfield Centre, , Waltham Cross, EN8 0TA
Wed 14th August 2019
Getting the kids involved in fun and safe, slime making sessions couldn't be any easier. Kids will love the range of activities and ideas they can get involved in. As with all Creation Station activities, you can rest assured that the items we use have been tested to be safe and suitable for children aged four years plus. The recipe we use contains the minimum amount of diluted Boron and is under the European Union safety limit of 300mg/kg.
We also provide plastic gloves for our slime activities and recommend these activities for children aged 4 years and over. So as well as knowing your children are enjoying a safe workshop, you can enjoy the added benefit of not having to worry about the hassle and mess.
As well as the usual slime making fun the kids will bling and accessorise their slime with eyes, feathers, glitter and a whole range of different collage items.more...
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St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Summer at Hertford Museum - Week 3: Kites, Kimonos & Kokeshi Dolls
Hertford Museum, Hertford Museum, 18 Bull Plain, SG14 1DT
Tue 13th August 2019 - Thu 15th August 2019
Times: 10.30 am - 3.30 pm
Tues 13th August - Thurs 15th August, 10. 30-3.30pm (last entry 3pm).
Drop in and take part in quality arts & crafts inspired by the Japanese collections in our exciting new exhibition. Make a wonderful Japanese carp windsock and print patterns to design a kimono. Paint your own Kokeshi doll to take home.
Sessions £2.50 per child. *Free places available for children of low-income families
Places are allocated on a first come first served basis. more...
Visit website
Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
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Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular - Carrot Carnival
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 3rd August 2019 - Sat 17th August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
The Willows Carrot patch will be open from 3rd August-17th August and all of our child guests are able to pick their own bunch of carrots to take home with them.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
The Spotlight, High Street, Hoddesdon , EN11 8BE
Fri 9th August 2019 - Wed 21st August 2019
Times: Various - see link
Cast includes Tom Hanks (voice), Tim Allen (voice), Joan Cusack (voice), Annie Potts (voice),Christina Hendricks (voice), Keanu Reeves (voice)
TOY STORY 4 is an animated fantasy adventure sequel in which two toys become separated from their owner while on a road trip.
Approx. Running minutes 100
more...
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Treasure Island - Open Air Theatre
Hatfield Park, Hatfield House, Hatfield, AL9 5HX
Wed 14th August 2019
Times: 2 - 4pm
Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company for this brand-new adaptation of everyone's favourite swashbuckling pirate adventure: Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island. When he stumbles across a coveted treasure map, young Jim Hawkins finds himself on an epic adventure in the hope of finding Treasure Island. But not everyone is to be trusted, and a dark secret is lurking on board the ship... Don't miss this much-loved story, adapted for stage in among some of the most beautiful open-air venues the UK and Ireland have to offer.
This production is performed in the open air within the grounds of Hatfield House where you are welcome to bring a low back chair and a picnic and spend a glorious summer's afternoon watching this adventurous story.more...
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Kites, Kimonos and Kokeshi Dolls Craft activites at Hertford Museum
18 Bull Plain, , Hertford,, SG14 1DT
Tue 13th August 2019 - Thu 15th August 2019
Times: 10.30-3.30pm
Drop in and take part in quality art and crafts inspired by our Japanese collections in our exciting new exhibition.
Week 3: Kites, Kimonos and Kokeshi Dolls
Tues 13th August - Thurs 15th August, 10.30-3.30pm (last entry 3pm).
Make a wonderful Japanese carp windsock and print patterns to design a kimono. Paint your own Kokeshi doll to take home.
Sessions £2.50 per child.
Please note FREE places are available for low income families.
65 places are allocated on a first come, first served basis.
For more information, please contact the museum.
We welcome childminders and recommend Thursday afternoons as a particularly good time slot for bringing larger groups. Please contact our Learning Officer Hannah at [email protected] if you are planning to bring a large group of 5+ so we can ensure we are well resourced for your visit. Thank you.more...
The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
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Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
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British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Tue 13th August 2019 - Thu 15th August 2019
Times: 10.30-11.00, 11.15-11.45, 14.30-15.00
Discover how dinosaurs defended themselves and create some armour to take home.
Explore specimens and find out how dinosaurs fended off predators and rivals. Get inspired and create some dinosaur armour of your own.
Suitable for ages 5+. Drop in. £2.more...
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Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Tue 30th July 2019 - Tue 27th August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:30
It can be tough finding activities to keep the children entertained throughout the school summer holidays. So the Museum's Education team have created special themed family activities, games and crafts all for the standard admission price!
If you'd like to attend multiple Terrific Tuesdays (there will be 9 during the 2019 season), and Museum events then you can purchase an Annual Pass which costs £30 per adult, £18 per child and family pass prices start from £50.
This year each Terrific Tuesday date in the summer is one of the four elements:
30th July - Earth
6th August - Air
13th August - Fire
20th August - Water
27th August - Element of surprise (a collection of activities from the previous weeks)
- Every Tuesday in Bucks school holidays is a Terrific Tuesday
- Enjoy themed family crafts and activities
- Activities run from 11am - 3.30pm
- Tea Room with drinks, light lunches, cakes and ice creams
- Plenty of space for picnics
- Baby changing facilities
- Adventure playground
- Small working farm
- Ample free car parking
Additional information
Activities for each date are still to be confirmed and are subject to change. Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
We recommend that you bring a carrier bag with you so that you can take home all the wonderful crafts and creations that you have made.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Summer at Hertford Museum - Week 3: Kites, Kimonos & Kokeshi Dolls
Hertford Museum, Hertford Museum, 18 Bull Plain, SG14 1DT
Tue 13th August 2019 - Thu 15th August 2019
Times: 10.30 am - 3.30 pm
Tues 13th August - Thurs 15th August, 10. 30-3.30pm (last entry 3pm).
Drop in and take part in quality arts & crafts inspired by the Japanese collections in our exciting new exhibition. Make a wonderful Japanese carp windsock and print patterns to design a kimono. Paint your own Kokeshi doll to take home.
Sessions £2.50 per child. *Free places available for children of low-income families
Places are allocated on a first come first served basis. more...
Visit website
Van Hage , Pepper Hill, Great Amwell, , Ware , SG12 9RP
Thu 15th August 2019
Times: 10am-12 noon
Meet Queen Elsa for a selfie on August 15th,
10am - 11am
All free of charge, no need to book
Taking place in our Cafe courtyard gazebo
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Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular - Carrot Carnival
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 3rd August 2019 - Sat 17th August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
The Willows Carrot patch will be open from 3rd August-17th August and all of our child guests are able to pick their own bunch of carrots to take home with them.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
The Spotlight, High Street, Hoddesdon , EN11 8BE
Fri 9th August 2019 - Wed 21st August 2019
Times: Various - see link
Cast includes Tom Hanks (voice), Tim Allen (voice), Joan Cusack (voice), Annie Potts (voice),Christina Hendricks (voice), Keanu Reeves (voice)
TOY STORY 4 is an animated fantasy adventure sequel in which two toys become separated from their owner while on a road trip.
Approx. Running minutes 100
more...
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Princess & Pirate Summer Party
Inn on the Park, Verulamium Park, St Michael's Street, St Albans, AL3 4SN
Thu 15th August 2019
Times: 10am
Want something fun yet educational to do this summer? Then why not come and join us at our Princess and Pirate Party!
They'll be games and activities that teach sound recognition, alliteration and oral blending and segmenting the necessary foundations for reading and writing. This high energy party also includes activities to improve gross and fine motor skills which support a child's handwriting.more...
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Giant junk modelling scuplture
St Albans Museum and Gallery, Town Hall, St Peter's Street , St Albans , AL1 3DH
Thu 15th August 2019
Times: 10.30 am – 12.30 pm and 2.00 – 4.00 pm
Work with artist Jo Hammond to create a giant collaborative junk sculpture inspired by the Barbara Hepworth works on display in the Weston Gallery at St Albans Museum + Gallery.
Please note: children must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times.
more...
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Kites, Kimonos and Kokeshi Dolls Craft activites at Hertford Museum
18 Bull Plain, , Hertford,, SG14 1DT
Tue 13th August 2019 - Thu 15th August 2019
Times: 10.30-3.30pm
Drop in and take part in quality art and crafts inspired by our Japanese collections in our exciting new exhibition.
Week 3: Kites, Kimonos and Kokeshi Dolls
Tues 13th August - Thurs 15th August, 10.30-3.30pm (last entry 3pm).
Make a wonderful Japanese carp windsock and print patterns to design a kimono. Paint your own Kokeshi doll to take home.
Sessions £2.50 per child.
Please note FREE places are available for low income families.
65 places are allocated on a first come, first served basis.
For more information, please contact the museum.
We welcome childminders and recommend Thursday afternoons as a particularly good time slot for bringing larger groups. Please contact our Learning Officer Hannah at [email protected] if you are planning to bring a large group of 5+ so we can ensure we are well resourced for your visit. Thank you.more...
Lowewood Museum- Craft Activities
High St, , Hoddesdon, EN11 8BH
Thu 15th August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:00
Drop in and have a go at printmaking at the museum between 11am and 3pm - just £2. 00 per child. No need to book!more...
The Mythical Creatures trail by The Secret Society of Hertford Crafters
10-14 The Wash, Hertford, SG14 1PX
Wed 24th July 2019 - Fri 16th August 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town
Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy.
The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September.
The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town.
Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix.
The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford.
On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre.
Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire.
Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre."
more...
Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Tue 30th July 2019 - Tue 27th August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:30
It can be tough finding activities to keep the children entertained throughout the school summer holidays. So the Museum's Education team have created special themed family activities, games and crafts all for the standard admission price!
If you'd like to attend multiple Terrific Tuesdays (there will be 9 during the 2019 season), and Museum events then you can purchase an Annual Pass which costs £30 per adult, £18 per child and family pass prices start from £50.
This year each Terrific Tuesday date in the summer is one of the four elements:
30th July - Earth
6th August - Air
13th August - Fire
20th August - Water
27th August - Element of surprise (a collection of activities from the previous weeks)
- Every Tuesday in Bucks school holidays is a Terrific Tuesday
- Enjoy themed family crafts and activities
- Activities run from 11am - 3.30pm
- Tea Room with drinks, light lunches, cakes and ice creams
- Plenty of space for picnics
- Baby changing facilities
- Adventure playground
- Small working farm
- Ample free car parking
Additional information
Activities for each date are still to be confirmed and are subject to change. Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
We recommend that you bring a carrier bag with you so that you can take home all the wonderful crafts and creations that you have made.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular - Carrot Carnival
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 3rd August 2019 - Sat 17th August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
The Willows Carrot patch will be open from 3rd August-17th August and all of our child guests are able to pick their own bunch of carrots to take home with them.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
The Spotlight, High Street, Hoddesdon , EN11 8BE
Fri 9th August 2019 - Wed 21st August 2019
Times: Various - see link
Cast includes Tom Hanks (voice), Tim Allen (voice), Joan Cusack (voice), Annie Potts (voice),Christina Hendricks (voice), Keanu Reeves (voice)
TOY STORY 4 is an animated fantasy adventure sequel in which two toys become separated from their owner while on a road trip.
Approx. Running minutes 100
more...
Visit website
10-12 The Wash, , Hertford , SG14 1PX
Sat 17th August 2019 - Sat 7th September 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy. The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September. The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town. Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix. The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford. On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre. Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire. Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre." more...
Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
Paradise Wildlife Park, White Stubbs Ln, Broxbourne, EN10 7QA
Sat 17th August 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: 09:30 - 17:00
Watch our amazing daily Bird Shows at 12. 30pm & 2:30pm and you'll get the opportunity to have your photo taken with one of our Parrots. There will also be a stall selling bird themed goodies and a raffle.
more...
Visit website
British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Tue 30th July 2019 - Tue 27th August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:30
It can be tough finding activities to keep the children entertained throughout the school summer holidays. So the Museum's Education team have created special themed family activities, games and crafts all for the standard admission price!
If you'd like to attend multiple Terrific Tuesdays (there will be 9 during the 2019 season), and Museum events then you can purchase an Annual Pass which costs £30 per adult, £18 per child and family pass prices start from £50.
This year each Terrific Tuesday date in the summer is one of the four elements:
30th July - Earth
6th August - Air
13th August - Fire
20th August - Water
27th August - Element of surprise (a collection of activities from the previous weeks)
- Every Tuesday in Bucks school holidays is a Terrific Tuesday
- Enjoy themed family crafts and activities
- Activities run from 11am - 3.30pm
- Tea Room with drinks, light lunches, cakes and ice creams
- Plenty of space for picnics
- Baby changing facilities
- Adventure playground
- Small working farm
- Ample free car parking
Additional information
Activities for each date are still to be confirmed and are subject to change. Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
We recommend that you bring a carrier bag with you so that you can take home all the wonderful crafts and creations that you have made.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Sat 17th August 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: 10:00
This is a unique opportunity to learn about the less savoury aspects of Victorian life in a fun, family-friendly environment with the 'Ragged Victorians'!
Meet costumed re-enactors in our buildings and around the Museum site. Look out for shady characters including the rat catcher and his rats; street urchins, rogues and vagabonds.
This Ragged Victorians event is great for kids who are learning about the Victorians at school.
Watch out for pickpockets!
Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
Activities may be subject to change.more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
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Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular - Carrot Carnival
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 3rd August 2019 - Sat 17th August 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
The Willows Carrot patch will be open from 3rd August-17th August and all of our child guests are able to pick their own bunch of carrots to take home with them.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
The Spotlight, High Street, Hoddesdon , EN11 8BE
Fri 9th August 2019 - Wed 21st August 2019
Times: Various - see link
Cast includes Tom Hanks (voice), Tim Allen (voice), Joan Cusack (voice), Annie Potts (voice),Christina Hendricks (voice), Keanu Reeves (voice)
TOY STORY 4 is an animated fantasy adventure sequel in which two toys become separated from their owner while on a road trip.
Approx. Running minutes 100
more...
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Amwell Hill, Great Amwell, , Ware , SG12 9RP
Sat 17th August 2019 - Mon 26th August 2019
Times: 11am, 1pm or 3pm
The John Lawson Summer Circus is back at Van Hage Great Amwell!
Start date Saturday 17th Aug until Bank holiday Monday 26th August
Show times 11am, 1pm and 3pm
Tickets are £6. 50 each
£24 for a family ticket.
75p per ticket booking fee
Book your tickets online today :
https://bit.ly/2Jjv4aQmore...
Visit website
10-12 The Wash, , Hertford , SG14 1PX
Sat 17th August 2019 - Sat 7th September 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy. The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September. The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town. Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix. The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford. On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre. Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire. Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre." more...
Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
Paradise Wildlife Park, White Stubbs Ln, Broxbourne, EN10 7QA
Sat 17th August 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: 09:30 - 17:00
Watch our amazing daily Bird Shows at 12. 30pm & 2:30pm and you'll get the opportunity to have your photo taken with one of our Parrots. There will also be a stall selling bird themed goodies and a raffle.
more...
Visit website
Fire Engines & Marshall from Paw Patrol
Buckinghamshire Railway Centre, Quainton Road Station, Quainton, Aylesbury, HP22 4BY
Sun 18th August 2019
Times: 10.30am - 5pm
Two PAW Patrol events this Summer!
Marshall is coming on Sunday 18th August
(Chase is coming on Sunday 21st July)
Marshall will appear at intervals throughout the day - don't forget your cameras!
Steam train rides are included in the ticket price and will run approximately every 20 minutes from platform 4 and we are also running brake van rides over the footbridge from platform 3 from approximately 11. 30am-3pm. The miniature railway is also open this weekend; it is run by a separate society and they charge £1 per person age 3+.
We also have the colouring tables set up inside the visitor centre and a PAW Patrol Hunt game for the children to find pictures of the characters around the visitor centre to then collect a packet of sweeties!
We hope you have a great day out - see you soon!
Steam train rides for everyone, visit our Railway Museum, enjoy our stunning glass-roofed visitor centre and the beautiful steam locomotive and carriages on display. Take a trip on our fun miniature railway (£1 per person age 3+) and watch the model trains! Lots of fun for everyone!
On the gate prices:
Adult: £14
Senior £13
Child (5-15): £10
Family (2a+4c): £42.50more...
Visit website
British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-face with the cast of a Baryonyx walkeri skull and see how massive it could grow with backbone specimens found in Surrey.
Stand up tall and measure yourself against the femur and tibia of an Iguanodon, one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered.
See the complete skeleton of a young Hypsilophodon foxii, discovered on the Isle of Wight.
Chomp! How do your teeth compare to Megalosaurus bucklandii teeth found in Oxfordshire? more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Tue 30th July 2019 - Tue 27th August 2019
Times: 11:00-15:30
It can be tough finding activities to keep the children entertained throughout the school summer holidays. So the Museum's Education team have created special themed family activities, games and crafts all for the standard admission price!
If you'd like to attend multiple Terrific Tuesdays (there will be 9 during the 2019 season), and Museum events then you can purchase an Annual Pass which costs £30 per adult, £18 per child and family pass prices start from £50.
This year each Terrific Tuesday date in the summer is one of the four elements:
30th July - Earth
6th August - Air
13th August - Fire
20th August - Water
27th August - Element of surprise (a collection of activities from the previous weeks)
- Every Tuesday in Bucks school holidays is a Terrific Tuesday
- Enjoy themed family crafts and activities
- Activities run from 11am - 3.30pm
- Tea Room with drinks, light lunches, cakes and ice creams
- Plenty of space for picnics
- Baby changing facilities
- Adventure playground
- Small working farm
- Ample free car parking
Additional information
Activities for each date are still to be confirmed and are subject to change. Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
We recommend that you bring a carrier bag with you so that you can take home all the wonderful crafts and creations that you have made.more...
Visit website
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Sat 20th July 2019 - Tue 3rd September 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Visit the Museum at Tring and College Lake and get inspired to create your own creature.
Create an animal out of an array of body sections, and give it a name.
Free competition sheet with purchase of event ticket. You must visit both sites and have your sheet stamped to be entered into the competition.
The two winners will receive goodie bags from each site.
Suitable for 5+more...
Visit website
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, HP8 4AB
Sat 17th August 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: 10:00
This is a unique opportunity to learn about the less savoury aspects of Victorian life in a fun, family-friendly environment with the 'Ragged Victorians'!
Meet costumed re-enactors in our buildings and around the Museum site. Look out for shady characters including the rat catcher and his rats; street urchins, rogues and vagabonds.
This Ragged Victorians event is great for kids who are learning about the Victorians at school.
Watch out for pickpockets!
Standard admission prices apply. Free entry for Annual Pass holders.
Activities may be subject to change.more...
Visit website
St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Peter's Street, St Albans, AL1 3DH
Thu 23rd May 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: Mon - Sat: 10-5pm / Sun: 11-5pm
Following a period of intense and urgent conservation, a collection of fascinating animal and plant specimens preserved in fluid go on display in this new exhibition.
The Pickling Project explores a previously unknown and neglected part of St Albans Museums' collection, and shines a light on the processes taken to look after the natural history collection.
Discover weird and wonderful creatures and learn more about how this important collection was saved from the brink.more...
Visit website
Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3UA
Mon 27th May 2019 - Sun 18th August 2019
Times: M-F: 9:30-17:00, S-S: 9:30-18:00
Hitchin Lavender is a lavender farm attraction close to both London and Cambridge.
We have around 25 miles of lavender rows which you can walk through and pick your own fresh flowers from.
As well as the fields of lavender we also grow sunflowers and have a wildflower area.
The farm has some spectacular views of rural Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and there are many interesting walks surrounding us.
Inside our 17th century barn we have a range of lunches and home made cakes available and you can also browse our products and choose from our large variety of lavender plants on offer.
You are also welcome to walk around our museum which houses a replica of the "Perks & Llewellyn" pharmacy, well-known in the 19th century for their lavender products.
For our younger visitors we have a variety of activites including a fortress play area and model tractor.
We think we have something quite special here, why not come and experience what the lavender can offer you!more...
Visit website
Interactive Science Exhibition
Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX
Mon 1st July 2019 - Sun 8th September 2019
Times: 10:00am - 5:00pm
World Touring Exhibitions - UK
A brand new science exhibition with already an amazing record: over 100,000 tickets sold in Rome. Fully interactive, innovative, fun, educational and entertaining, it suits adults, students, children and families of any age.
Produced by World Touring Exhibitions in collaboration with a team of scientists, physicists, geologists and astronomers, Interactive Science combines both knowledge and fun challenges with interactive machines to experience and play with science.
Suitable for ages 7+
Last recommended entry is at 4pmmore...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sat 20th July 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
20 July - 1 September 2019
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
Willow's Farm Summer Spectacular- Circus Skills
Willows Activity Farm, Coursers Road, London Colney,, St Albans,, AL4 0PF
Sun 18th August 2019 - Sun 1st September 2019
Times: 10am-5pm
From the 18th August- 1st September children will be able to learn some circus skills in our new for 2019 tipis.
Every day our packed programme includes Willows' A-maize-ing Maze, the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, summer sports day races and live shows with Peter Rabbit and his friends. All of our shows and activities are included in the ticket price and discounted tickets can be booked online in advance.
more...
Visit website
The Spotlight, High Street, Hoddesdon , EN11 8BE
Fri 9th August 2019 - Wed 21st August 2019
Times: Various - see link
Cast includes Tom Hanks (voice), Tim Allen (voice), Joan Cusack (voice), Annie Potts (voice),Christina Hendricks (voice), Keanu Reeves (voice)
TOY STORY 4 is an animated fantasy adventure sequel in which two toys become separated from their owner while on a road trip.
Approx. Running minutes 100
more...
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Yoga Class: Mum & Daughter Chillout
Southern Maltings, Kibes Lane, Ware, SG12 7BS
Sun 18th August 2019
Times: 10.00am
Sunday 18th August.
Ages 7-11 approx & Mums
10am - 11am
£18 Mum & Daughter
£4 extra person
A more grown up style class for Mums and Daughters to enjoy some time together. Music, partner poses and chance to spend some time together, followed by a lovely relaxation. No previous yoga experience is needed, just pop along and enjoy yourselves. 🙂
more...
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Amwell Hill, Great Amwell, , Ware , SG12 9RP
Sat 17th August 2019 - Mon 26th August 2019
Times: 11am, 1pm or 3pm
The John Lawson Summer Circus is back at Van Hage Great Amwell!
Start date Saturday 17th Aug until Bank holiday Monday 26th August
Show times 11am, 1pm and 3pm
Tickets are £6. 50 each
£24 for a family ticket.
75p per ticket booking fee
Book your tickets online today :
https://bit.ly/2Jjv4aQmore...
Visit website
Fire Engines & Marshall from Paw Patrol
Buckinghamshire Railway Centre, Quainton Road Station, Quainton, Aylesbury, HP22 4BY
Sun 18th August 2019
Times: 10.30am - 5pm
Two PAW Patrol events this Summer!
Marshall is coming on Sunday 18th August
(Chase is coming on Sunday 21st July)
Marshall will appear at intervals throughout the day - don't forget your cameras!
Steam train rides are included in the ticket price and will run approximately every 20 minutes from platform 4 and we are also running brake van rides over the footbridge from platform 3 from approximately 11. 30am-3pm. The miniature railway is also open this weekend; it is run by a separate society and they charge £1 per person age 3+.
We also have the colouring tables set up inside the visitor centre and a PAW Patrol Hunt game for the children to find pictures of the characters around the visitor centre to then collect a packet of sweeties!
We hope you have a great day out - see you soon!
Steam train rides for everyone, visit our Railway Museum, enjoy our stunning glass-roofed visitor centre and the beautiful steam locomotive and carriages on display. Take a trip on our fun miniature railway (£1 per person age 3+) and watch the model trains! Lots of fun for everyone!
On the gate prices:
Adult: £14
Senior £13
Child (5-15): £10
Family (2a+4c): £42.50more...
Visit website
10-12 The Wash, , Hertford , SG14 1PX
Sat 17th August 2019 - Sat 7th September 2019
Summer Town Centre Children's Trails Find Princesses, Pirates & Mythical Creatures hidden around town Due to the popularity of the FREE town centre trails which take families on a hunt around Hertford for hidden characters, Hertford Town Council has organised two summer trails for children to enjoy. The Mythical Creatures trail will start 24th July and run until Friday 16th August. The Princess and Pirates trail will start on Saturday 17th August and run until Saturday 7th September. The Town Council has joined forces with the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters to bring knitted creatures and characters to the town. Children can take part in both free trails which will take them on a hunt around the town centre on a search to locate up to twenty knitted hidden princess and pirate dolls and a mixture of mythical creatures including a wizard, goblins, mermaids, dragons, snow queen, fairies, trolls, pixies and Fenix. The Hertford Town Council organised activity is aimed to encourage visitors to discover new shops within the county town, and shop locally to support the many independent businesses located in Hertford. On completion of the trails, children will receive a prize or sweet treat from the Town and Tourist Information Centre. Trail maps can be collected from the Town and Tourist Information Centre, in The Wash, opposite Hertford Theatre. Whilst at the Town and Tourist Information Centre, visitors can purchase a raffle ticket for £1 for a chance to win one of the 20 knitted mythical creatures featured on the trail. Proceeds from the raffle will go to the Mayor of Hertford's chosen charities Herts Young Homeless and Carers in Hertfordshire. Jane Sartin, Chairman of the Development and Leisure Committee said: "Hertford Town Council's town centre trails have proved hugely popular and the Secret Society of Hertford Crafters is really putting Hertford on the map with their creativity, so brought together they are a great combination. The knitted characters that will be hiding around Hertford this summer will delight children and adults alike, as well as introducing them to the wealth of shops in the town centre." more...
Butterfly Corner at Aylett Nurseries
North Orbital Road, St Albans, AL2 1DH
Sat 13th July 2019 - Sun 15th September 2019
Times: 10am - 4pm
In this enclosed area planted with a range of tropical plants you can learn about the fascinating lifecycle of the butterfly and watch the butterflies feed and fly. There is also a puparium where the new butterflies emerge and without any predators this will be like living in a five star hotel! If you would rather have a look from the outside, there is a window on the covered walkway where you can also observe these fascinating butterflies. Open every day until the 15th September.more...
Visit website
British Dinosaurs - From fossils to feathers
The Natural History Museum at Tring, Akeman Street, Tring, HP23 6AP
Fri 5th April 2019 - Fri 11th October 2019
Times: 10:00 - 17:50
Go on an adventure around Britain and discover why it's the birthplace of dinosaur studies.
Explore the surprising diversity of British dinosaur species and find out about the dinosaurs that still live among us in our gardens and parks.
Share your findings with us on Twitter using #BritishDinosaurs
Exhibition highlights:
Come face-to-fac