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Step into a world of wonder this spring! As the woodland wakes up, the Fairies of Celtic Harmony Camp have returned to their secret village. We invite your little explorers to take on a magical challenge and discover the hidden secrets.

Your Quest awaits....
- Explore the Enchanted Trails: Wander through the budding ancient woodland and discover hidden corners where magic dwells.
- Solve the Fairy Riddles: Follow the trail to solve clues, riddles, and tasks left behind by our woodland folk.
- Spot the Secret Homes: Peek into the tiny fairy houses tucked away among the gnarled roots and spring blossoms.

Collect Your Reward!
Every successful explorer who completes the quest will receive a magical pouch of lucky crystals-perfect for making... Read more

💜 ADVERT FOR JORDANS MILL 💜

🌞 Ready for a summer adventure at @jordans.mill?

Bring the whole family along and join our Summer Games Trail ⚽ A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds 🍃

🎯 Crack clues, complete mini‑games, and race your way around the site. Can you become the ultimate Summer Games champion?! 🏆

📅 Saturday 18th July - Wednesday 2nd September
📍 Open: 7 days a week
⏰ Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
💷 Cost: £4 per child (includes trail sheet and a prize)

Disc Golf at Celtic Harmony Camp, Hertford
Saturday & Sunday 11-12; 18-19; 25-26 July and 1- 2; 8-9; 15-16; 22-23 August

Challenge a group of friends or family to a game of disc golf, on a 9 hole course with the Iron Age settlement as backdrop. Whether you're looking for a relaxing woodland walk, an active family day out, or a friendly competition, Disc Golf is the perfect weekend outing! Beginner and advanced tee off points enable players of all levels to take part and enjoy a round. Follow the meandering trail around different areas of the woods at your own pace and enjoy a bit of forest bathing on the way! Suitable for ages 8 years and over. £8 per person

After your game, relax at our dog-friendly Woodland Bistro with freshly made pizzas, cakes,... Read more

💜 ADVERT FOR JORDANS MILL 💜

🌞 Ready for a summer adventure at @jordans.mill?

Bring the whole family along and join our Summer Games Trail ⚽ A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds 🍃

🎯 Crack clues, complete mini‑games, and race your way around the site. Can you become the ultimate Summer Games champion?! 🏆

📅 Saturday 18th July - Wednesday 2nd September
📍 Open: 7 days a week
⏰ Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
💷 Cost: £4 per child (includes trail sheet and a prize)

-LED BY AN INDUSTRY PROFESSIONAL PERFORMER AND TEACHER
- SING SONGS. LEARN DANCE ROUTINES, PLAY GAMES. ARTS+CRAFTS + BRACELET MAKING
-PROPS AND GAMES PROVIDED
-MEET+GREET AND PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES WITH OUR 3 SPECIAL GUESTS
-PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
-THIS IS A DROP OFF AND PICK UP SESSION HELD UPSTAIRS AT PERFECT PLAYLAND
-SUITABLE FOR AGES 6-11

💜 ADVERT FOR JORDANS MILL 💜

🌞 Ready for a summer adventure at @jordans.mill?

Bring the whole family along and join our Summer Games Trail ⚽ A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds 🍃

🎯 Crack clues, complete mini‑games, and race your way around the site. Can you become the ultimate Summer Games champion?! 🏆

📅 Saturday 18th July - Wednesday 2nd September
📍 Open: 7 days a week
⏰ Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
💷 Cost: £4 per child (includes trail sheet and a prize)

-THEMED DANCE GAMES
-COLOURING, CRAFTS + STICKERS
- GLITTER / TEMPORARY TATTOOS
-ACCESS TO OUR PLAY AREA + CAFE
-MEET AND GREET WITH OUR YELLOW ALIEN
-SUITABLE FOR AGES

Are your little ones off to school this September?
To make the first day less daunting for Kids and parents, Perfect Playland is giving parents and children the chance to meet one another for a Play session. It will be a great way for you and your child to make friends with their new classmates and parents in the same position as you.
Book the play session according to the date + play session above The session will be open to the general public, however tables will be allocated for the relevant people starting at the schools listed for that session.
Your child will be given a name badge introducing them to their new friends and you will all receive coloured wrist bands for the session.

FRIDAY 22ND AUGUST
9.15-11.15am - Campton Academy
11.30-1.30pm... Read more

💜 ADVERT FOR JORDANS MILL 💜

🌞 Ready for a summer adventure at @jordans.mill?

Bring the whole family along and join our Summer Games Trail ⚽ A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds 🍃

🎯 Crack clues, complete mini‑games, and race your way around the site. Can you become the ultimate Summer Games champion?! 🏆

📅 Saturday 18th July - Wednesday 2nd September
📍 Open: 7 days a week
⏰ Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
💷 Cost: £4 per child (includes trail sheet and a prize)

Access to Soft Play + Cafe With guest appearances from Lilo, Stitch + Angel
Suitable for children ages 3-11
Our Afternoon Tea includes a selection of:
Cakes, biscuits, pastries, juice + tea

Lots of creative fun for all to enjoy, inspired by Toy Story! We will make lots of keepsakes and messy memories with plenty of singing and dancing too!
Suitable for ages 6m to 7yrs
£11 per child

Are your little ones off to school this September?
To make the first day less daunting for Kids and parents, Perfect Playland is giving parents and children the chance to meet one another for a Play session. It will be a great way for you and your child to make friends with their new classmates and parents in the same position as you.
Book the play session according to the date + play session above The session will be open to the general public, however tables will be allocated for the relevant people starting at the schools listed for that session.
Your child will be given a name badge introducing them to their new friends and you will all receive coloured wrist bands for the session.

FRIDAY 22ND AUGUST
9.15-11.15am - Campton Academy
11.30-1.30pm... Read more

💜 ADVERT FOR JORDANS MILL 💜

🌞 Ready for a summer adventure at @jordans.mill?

Bring the whole family along and join our Summer Games Trail ⚽ A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds 🍃

🎯 Crack clues, complete mini‑games, and race your way around the site. Can you become the ultimate Summer Games champion?! 🏆

📅 Saturday 18th July - Wednesday 2nd September
📍 Open: 7 days a week
⏰ Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
💷 Cost: £4 per child (includes trail sheet and a prize)

Another chance to hear and see local nature enthusiast Phil Barron's illustrated nature discovery talk on the natural world in and around Hitchin, in collaboration with Hitchin Nature Network (first held here in March 2025).

If you've always wondered where to look out for bats, owls, butterflies, moths, newts or slow worms, or to hear a woodpecker or a goldcrest, this is the place to find out!

Phil will take us on a virtual tour of wildlife and sites of interest within the Hitchin orbital path for about 45 minutes, with a chance for questions at the end. Ticket price includes a glass of sparkling Triangle Garden apple juice, tea or coffee, and light refreshments.

In collaboration with Hitchin Nature Network

Join us for a night camping under the stars and connect with nature as the nocturnal wildlife awakens on the reserve.

The Big Wild Sleep Out is a unique opportunity for families to spend a night out in the wild!

Arriving late in the afternoon there will be time to pitch your tent before heading out for pond dipping. After dinner (bring your own or join us for a fish and chip run!) we'll have a walk around the reserve with bat detectors as the sun sets and learn all about the nocturnal wildlife of Rye Meads. We will then come back to the Visitor Centre for a hot chocolate before falling asleep to the sounds of night-time nature. After breakfast take an early morning walk to our Kingfisher Viewing Hub or stick around and help us check the moth trap to see what has... Read more

Summer Celtic Warrior Experience
Celtic Harmony Camp
24th July, 3rd, 7th, 10th, 14th, 21st August 2026

A thrilling day of ancient adventure where families master tribal skills and bring Celtic history to life!

Unleash your inner warrior! Join us for an action-packed day of ancient skills and outdoor adventure. Perfect for families looking to step back in time, our Celtic Warrior Experience revives Celtic living through hands-on challenges and tribal fun.

Spend the day testing your aim in our woodland archery range, training like a Celtic warrior and crafting your own pottery piece to take home. Plus, enjoy other activities such as drumming workshops, storytelling, friction fire lighting and cooking sausages over a campfire.... Read more

Are your little ones off to school this September?
To make the first day less daunting for Kids and parents, Perfect Playland is giving parents and children the chance to meet one another for a Play session. It will be a great way for you and your child to make friends with their new classmates and parents in the same position as you.
Book the play session according to the date + play session above The session will be open to the general public, however tables will be allocated for the relevant people starting at the schools listed for that session.
Your child will be given a name badge introducing them to their new friends and you will all receive coloured wrist bands for the session.

FRIDAY 22ND AUGUST
9.15-11.15am - Campton Academy
11.30-1.30pm... Read more

💜 ADVERT FOR JORDANS MILL 💜

🌞 Ready for a summer adventure at @jordans.mill?

Bring the whole family along and join our Summer Games Trail ⚽ A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds 🍃

🎯 Crack clues, complete mini‑games, and race your way around the site. Can you become the ultimate Summer Games champion?! 🏆

📅 Saturday 18th July - Wednesday 2nd September
📍 Open: 7 days a week
⏰ Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
💷 Cost: £4 per child (includes trail sheet and a prize)

The sun cream is out, the shades are on and you've got long summer days stretching ahead of you... what better time for an air show?

Spend a glorious summer day at Shuttleworth as we bring you more incredible visiting aircraft displays and showcase our own airworthy Collection aircraft - some being the only remaining examples of their type.

Discover our extensive vehicle Collection - not forgetting that all-important ride on a vintage bus - learn more about the life of our founder and patron Richard Shuttleworth at Shuttleworth House, and take in the beauty of Swiss Garden.

Make the most of free activities in our educational Discovery Zones and enjoy classic rides and attractions at our free fun fair. We'll also have a great range of delicious food... Read more

Family Steppers & Serious Blendz present "Oldskool Garage Garden Party!" - 25th July, 1-9pm @ The Golden Lion, Clifton. Families Welcome!

Live DJs will be spinning classic UK Garage tunes on vinyl in the garden of the Golden Lion pub. Bouncy castle and garden games for the kids. Run by families for families.

Food Served throughout the day, free parking. Strictly Good Vibes!

Step into the past and discover traditional skills at Heritage Crafts at Chiltern Open Air Museum, a hands-on, family-friendly celebration of historic craftsmanship.
Watch skilled craftspeople demonstrate age-old techniques such as blacksmithing, woodworking, spinning and other traditional rural crafts. Learn how everyday objects were made before modern machinery, and gain a deeper understanding of the skills that shaped daily life for generations.
Throughout the day, visitors can meet makers, ask questions and see tools and techniques up close, all set within the museum's historic buildings and beautiful open-air surroundings. With plenty to explore, this event offers an engaging and educational day out for families, history lovers and anyone interested in traditional crafts... Read more

Apna Pubjab presents our first ever event ......... Rhythm and Food.

Date: Saturday 25th July
Time: 12pm-6pm
Location: Hitchin Riverside

Free entry and fun for all the family!

Delicious food vendors.
• Mimis Kitchin - Caribbean food.
• Le Crepe Franglais - Crepes & Galettes.
• Two Twos Burger - Gourmet Burgers.
• Dans Van Pizza - Wood-fired pizza.
• Apna Punjab - Authentic Indian Street Food.

Bar.
•Club 85!

Music.
• Robert "Tukka" Taylor.
• RB1.

This event is not to be missed!
Rythm and Food bringing together delicious food, cold drinks, music all in one place, see you there.

Step into a world of wonder this spring! As the woodland wakes up, the Fairies of Celtic Harmony Camp have returned to their secret village. We invite your little explorers to take on a magical challenge and discover the hidden secrets.

Your Quest awaits....
- Explore the Enchanted Trails: Wander through the budding ancient woodland and discover hidden corners where magic dwells.
- Solve the Fairy Riddles: Follow the trail to solve clues, riddles, and tasks left behind by our woodland folk.
- Spot the Secret Homes: Peek into the tiny fairy houses tucked away among the gnarled roots and spring blossoms.

Collect Your Reward!
Every successful explorer who completes the quest will receive a magical pouch of lucky crystals-perfect for making... Read more

Disc Golf at Celtic Harmony Camp, Hertford
Saturday & Sunday 11-12; 18-19; 25-26 July and 1- 2; 8-9; 15-16; 22-23 August

Challenge a group of friends or family to a game of disc golf, on a 9 hole course with the Iron Age settlement as backdrop. Whether you're looking for a relaxing woodland walk, an active family day out, or a friendly competition, Disc Golf is the perfect weekend outing! Beginner and advanced tee off points enable players of all levels to take part and enjoy a round. Follow the meandering trail around different areas of the woods at your own pace and enjoy a bit of forest bathing on the way! Suitable for ages 8 years and over. £8 per person

After your game, relax at our dog-friendly Woodland Bistro with freshly made pizzas, cakes,... Read more

Join us for a night camping under the stars and connect with nature as the nocturnal wildlife awakens on the reserve.

The Big Wild Sleep Out is a unique opportunity for families to spend a night out in the wild!

Arriving late in the afternoon there will be time to pitch your tent before heading out for pond dipping. After dinner (bring your own or join us for a fish and chip run!) we'll have a walk around the reserve with bat detectors as the sun sets and learn all about the nocturnal wildlife of Rye Meads. We will then come back to the Visitor Centre for a hot chocolate before falling asleep to the sounds of night-time nature. After breakfast take an early morning walk to our Kingfisher Viewing Hub or stick around and help us check the moth trap to see what has... Read more

Are your little ones off to school this September?
To make the first day less daunting for Kids and parents, Perfect Playland is giving parents and children the chance to meet one another for a Play session. It will be a great way for you and your child to make friends with their new classmates and parents in the same position as you.
Book the play session according to the date + play session above The session will be open to the general public, however tables will be allocated for the relevant people starting at the schools listed for that session.
Your child will be given a name badge introducing them to their new friends and you will all receive coloured wrist bands for the session.

FRIDAY 22ND AUGUST
9.15-11.15am - Campton Academy
11.30-1.30pm... Read more

💜 ADVERT FOR JORDANS MILL 💜

🌞 Ready for a summer adventure at @jordans.mill?

Bring the whole family along and join our Summer Games Trail ⚽ A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds 🍃

🎯 Crack clues, complete mini‑games, and race your way around the site. Can you become the ultimate Summer Games champion?! 🏆

📅 Saturday 18th July - Wednesday 2nd September
📍 Open: 7 days a week
⏰ Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
💷 Cost: £4 per child (includes trail sheet and a prize)

Fancy trying a camera-less way of making breath-taking botanical photographs?

A simple technique that is one of the earliest forms of photography from the 19th Century, used by Anna Atkins to create her beautiful botanical prints.

You will learn how to use some easy techniques to make a variety of print effects, both on paper and fabric, to create your own botanically-inspired images.

Materials will be provided, including a cotton tote bag on which to make your final image.

Your tutor will be experienced amateur photographer and creative cyanotype experimenter Steve Granger.

Suitable for ages 16-18 if accompanied by an adult.

Ransom's Pavilion, Alexandra Road, Hitchin SG5 1RB

Join us for some fun in the wild!

Triangle Garden Family Forest School is for families with children aged 3-12 to get outdoors, have fun, learn new skills, and make new friends.

Playing outdoors the Forest School way builds confidence, allows risk taking and encourages team building skills.

All sessions are lead by a qualified Forest School leader in collaboration with Culturewood CiC

Please come to this event on foot or cycle or using public transport. Parking is very restricted and we want to actively encourage participants to travel sustainably. Thank you

Fancy trying a camera-less way of making breath-taking botanical photographs?

A simple technique that is one of the earliest forms of photography from the 19th Century, used by Anna Atkins to create her beautiful botanical prints.

You will learn how to use some easy techniques to make a variety of print effects, both on paper and fabric, to create your own botanically-inspired images.

Materials will be provided, including a cotton tote bag on which to make your final image.

Your tutor will be experienced amateur photographer and creative cyanotype experimenter Steve Granger.

Ransom's Pavilion, Alexandra Road, Hitchin SG5 1RB

Harpenden Farmer's Market takes place on the 4th Sunday of the month. Each Market finds a huge selection of produce available including: Meats, pies, sausages, game meats; Preserves - pickles, jams and honey; Cheeses; Vegetables; Dry herbs and spices; Flowers and plants; Fresh bread, cakes and pastries; Eggs; Organic produce.

Buzzworks run a number of Open Days at our Discovery Centre during the summer months. These are free to attend however, advance booking is required to guarantee entry. Refreshments are always available to purchase as well as a range of home made cakes and biscuits to try, and of course our Buzzworks Honey.

Some of the activities you can find at our open days: Treasure hunts around the bee garden, have a go at making your own candle, try your hand at wax cup making & modelling, arts and crafts such as making paper bees, building a bee house or just colouring and checking out our bee observation hive!

Step into the past and discover traditional skills at Heritage Crafts at Chiltern Open Air Museum, a hands-on, family-friendly celebration of historic craftsmanship.
Watch skilled craftspeople demonstrate age-old techniques such as blacksmithing, woodworking, spinning and other traditional rural crafts. Learn how everyday objects were made before modern machinery, and gain a deeper understanding of the skills that shaped daily life for generations.
Throughout the day, visitors can meet makers, ask questions and see tools and techniques up close, all set within the museum's historic buildings and beautiful open-air surroundings. With plenty to explore, this event offers an engaging and educational day out for families, history lovers and anyone interested in traditional crafts... Read more

Step into a world of wonder this spring! As the woodland wakes up, the Fairies of Celtic Harmony Camp have returned to their secret village. We invite your little explorers to take on a magical challenge and discover the hidden secrets.

Your Quest awaits....
- Explore the Enchanted Trails: Wander through the budding ancient woodland and discover hidden corners where magic dwells.
- Solve the Fairy Riddles: Follow the trail to solve clues, riddles, and tasks left behind by our woodland folk.
- Spot the Secret Homes: Peek into the tiny fairy houses tucked away among the gnarled roots and spring blossoms.

Collect Your Reward!
Every successful explorer who completes the quest will receive a magical pouch of lucky crystals-perfect for making... Read more

Disc Golf at Celtic Harmony Camp, Hertford
Saturday & Sunday 11-12; 18-19; 25-26 July and 1- 2; 8-9; 15-16; 22-23 August

Challenge a group of friends or family to a game of disc golf, on a 9 hole course with the Iron Age settlement as backdrop. Whether you're looking for a relaxing woodland walk, an active family day out, or a friendly competition, Disc Golf is the perfect weekend outing! Beginner and advanced tee off points enable players of all levels to take part and enjoy a round. Follow the meandering trail around different areas of the woods at your own pace and enjoy a bit of forest bathing on the way! Suitable for ages 8 years and over. £8 per person

After your game, relax at our dog-friendly Woodland Bistro with freshly made pizzas, cakes,... Read more

Are your little ones off to school this September?
To make the first day less daunting for Kids and parents, Perfect Playland is giving parents and children the chance to meet one another for a Play session. It will be a great way for you and your child to make friends with their new classmates and parents in the same position as you.
Book the play session according to the date + play session above The session will be open to the general public, however tables will be allocated for the relevant people starting at the schools listed for that session.
Your child will be given a name badge introducing them to their new friends and you will all receive coloured wrist bands for the session.

FRIDAY 22ND AUGUST
9.15-11.15am - Campton Academy
11.30-1.30pm... Read more

💜 ADVERT FOR JORDANS MILL 💜

🌞 Ready for a summer adventure at @jordans.mill?

Bring the whole family along and join our Summer Games Trail ⚽ A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds 🍃

🎯 Crack clues, complete mini‑games, and race your way around the site. Can you become the ultimate Summer Games champion?! 🏆

📅 Saturday 18th July - Wednesday 2nd September
📍 Open: 7 days a week
⏰ Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
💷 Cost: £4 per child (includes trail sheet and a prize)

Join us for fun, games, crafts and Bible stories at Monsters Stink Holiday Club! for primary school aged children.

We're delighted to be working with our friends at Christchurch Hitchin for this joint event - this year, Holiday Club will take place at Walsworth Road Baptist Church. The sessions will help children to explore the "monsters" we sometimes face in everyday life, including disobedience, bullying, getting lost and being scared.

If you're in school years Reception to Year 6 during this current academic year (2025-6), then you're welcome to join us. Unfortunately we can't take children who have not yet started school. Please do invite your friends along too!

The sessions will take place from Monday 27th July to Wednesday 29th July, 10.00am... Read more

Let the games begin this summer! Unleash your inner warrior at The Games, a great day out for friends and family to gather for a challenge.

Experience the thrill, skills and stories of the ancient Celtic world. Perfect for all ages looking to experience an immersive day filled with new experiences from archery to axe throwing, explore the woods on a Boudicca Warrior Quest and test your strength and skills of coordination in The Grass Arena.

The Woodland Bistro is open all day and serves hot food for lunch and cakes and coffee throughout the day.

Price: £15 per person (under 3s free)
Location: Celtic Harmony Camp

Are your little ones off to school this September?
To make the first day less daunting for Kids and parents, Perfect Playland is giving parents and children the chance to meet one another for a Play session. It will be a great way for you and your child to make friends with their new classmates and parents in the same position as you.
Book the play session according to the date + play session above The session will be open to the general public, however tables will be allocated for the relevant people starting at the schools listed for that session.
Your child will be given a name badge introducing them to their new friends and you will all receive coloured wrist bands for the session.

FRIDAY 22ND AUGUST
9.15-11.15am - Campton Academy
11.30-1.30pm... Read more

💜 ADVERT FOR JORDANS MILL 💜

🌞 Ready for a summer adventure at @jordans.mill?

Bring the whole family along and join our Summer Games Trail ⚽ A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds 🍃

🎯 Crack clues, complete mini‑games, and race your way around the site. Can you become the ultimate Summer Games champion?! 🏆

📅 Saturday 18th July - Wednesday 2nd September
📍 Open: 7 days a week
⏰ Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
💷 Cost: £4 per child (includes trail sheet and a prize)

Join us for fun, games, crafts and Bible stories at Monsters Stink Holiday Club! for primary school aged children.

We're delighted to be working with our friends at Christchurch Hitchin for this joint event - this year, Holiday Club will take place at Walsworth Road Baptist Church. The sessions will help children to explore the "monsters" we sometimes face in everyday life, including disobedience, bullying, getting lost and being scared.

If you're in school years Reception to Year 6 during this current academic year (2025-6), then you're welcome to join us. Unfortunately we can't take children who have not yet started school. Please do invite your friends along too!

The sessions will take place from Monday 27th July to Wednesday 29th July, 10.00am... Read more

Join us for a magical family adventure at the Stockwood Garden Party 2026, set within the beautiful grounds of Stockwood Discovery Centre, a much-loved free destination known for its gardens, play spaces and family-friendly experiences .

Celebrating its 5-year anniversary, this year's garden party is bigger, bolder and full of imagination, offering three days of outdoor theatre, creativity and playful exploration for families of all ages. Wander through the gardens and discover a vibrant programme of live shows, storytelling and hands-on activities, with something new to enjoy each day.

What's on in 2026:

* Young Growers Gardening Club - get hands-on with nature through fun planting and growing workshops

* Magical Fairy Encounters... Read more

-Meet + Greet and Photo opportunity
-Hair Accessory
-Simple makeover (Lipstick, Eyeshadow + Glitter)
-Glitter tattoos
-Princess crowning with tiara
-Live singing
-Access to soft play + Cafe
-Suitable for children ages 3-8

Let the games begin this summer! Unleash your inner warrior at The Games, a great day out for friends and family to gather for a challenge.

Experience the thrill, skills and stories of the ancient Celtic world. Perfect for all ages looking to experience an immersive day filled with new experiences from archery to axe throwing, explore the woods on a Boudicca Warrior Quest and test your strength and skills of coordination in The Grass Arena.

The Woodland Bistro is open all day and serves hot food for lunch and cakes and coffee throughout the day.

Price: £15 per person (under 3s free)
Location: Celtic Harmony Camp

Are your little ones off to school this September?
To make the first day less daunting for Kids and parents, Perfect Playland is giving parents and children the chance to meet one another for a Play session. It will be a great way for you and your child to make friends with their new classmates and parents in the same position as you.
Book the play session according to the date + play session above The session will be open to the general public, however tables will be allocated for the relevant people starting at the schools listed for that session.
Your child will be given a name badge introducing them to their new friends and you will all receive coloured wrist bands for the session.

FRIDAY 22ND AUGUST
9.15-11.15am - Campton Academy
11.30-1.30pm... Read more

💜 ADVERT FOR JORDANS MILL 💜

🌞 Ready for a summer adventure at @jordans.mill?

Bring the whole family along and join our Summer Games Trail ⚽ A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds 🍃

🎯 Crack clues, complete mini‑games, and race your way around the site. Can you become the ultimate Summer Games champion?! 🏆

📅 Saturday 18th July - Wednesday 2nd September
📍 Open: 7 days a week
⏰ Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
💷 Cost: £4 per child (includes trail sheet and a prize)

Join us for fun, games, crafts and Bible stories at Monsters Stink Holiday Club! for primary school aged children.

We're delighted to be working with our friends at Christchurch Hitchin for this joint event - this year, Holiday Club will take place at Walsworth Road Baptist Church. The sessions will help children to explore the "monsters" we sometimes face in everyday life, including disobedience, bullying, getting lost and being scared.

If you're in school years Reception to Year 6 during this current academic year (2025-6), then you're welcome to join us. Unfortunately we can't take children who have not yet started school. Please do invite your friends along too!

The sessions will take place from Monday 27th July to Wednesday 29th July, 10.00am... Read more

-LED BY AN INDUSTRY PROFESSIONAL PERFORMER AND TEACHER
- SING SONGS, LEARN DANCE ROUTINES, PLAY GAMES. ARTS+CRAFTS + BRACELET MAKING
-PROPS AND GAMES PROVIDED
- MEET+GREET AND PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES WITH OUR SPECIAL GUEST
-PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
-THIS IS A DROP OFF AND PICK UP SESSION HELD UPSTAIRS AT PERFECT PLAYLAND
- SUITABLE FOR AGES 6-11

Join us for a magical family adventure at the Stockwood Garden Party 2026, set within the beautiful grounds of Stockwood Discovery Centre, a much-loved free destination known for its gardens, play spaces and family-friendly experiences .

Celebrating its 5-year anniversary, this year's garden party is bigger, bolder and full of imagination, offering three days of outdoor theatre, creativity and playful exploration for families of all ages. Wander through the gardens and discover a vibrant programme of live shows, storytelling and hands-on activities, with something new to enjoy each day.

What's on in 2026:

* Young Growers Gardening Club - get hands-on with nature through fun planting and growing workshops

* Magical Fairy Encounters... Read more

Let the games begin this summer! Unleash your inner warrior at The Games, a great day out for friends and family to gather for a challenge.

Experience the thrill, skills and stories of the ancient Celtic world. Perfect for all ages looking to experience an immersive day filled with new experiences from archery to axe throwing, explore the woods on a Boudicca Warrior Quest and test your strength and skills of coordination in The Grass Arena.

The Woodland Bistro is open all day and serves hot food for lunch and cakes and coffee throughout the day.

Price: £15 per person (under 3s free)
Location: Celtic Harmony Camp

Are your little ones off to school this September?
To make the first day less daunting for Kids and parents, Perfect Playland is giving parents and children the chance to meet one another for a Play session. It will be a great way for you and your child to make friends with their new classmates and parents in the same position as you.
Book the play session according to the date + play session above The session will be open to the general public, however tables will be allocated for the relevant people starting at the schools listed for that session.
Your child will be given a name badge introducing them to their new friends and you will all receive coloured wrist bands for the session.

FRIDAY 22ND AUGUST
9.15-11.15am - Campton Academy
11.30-1.30pm... Read more

💜 ADVERT FOR JORDANS MILL 💜

🌞 Ready for a summer adventure at @jordans.mill?

Bring the whole family along and join our Summer Games Trail ⚽ A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds 🍃

🎯 Crack clues, complete mini‑games, and race your way around the site. Can you become the ultimate Summer Games champion?! 🏆

📅 Saturday 18th July - Wednesday 2nd September
📍 Open: 7 days a week
⏰ Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
💷 Cost: £4 per child (includes trail sheet and a prize)

Children's Workshops at the Walled Garden - Fun in the wonderful Walled Garden -
30 July - 10am-12pm The Fragrant (smelly) Garden - Discover the colours and smells of the flowers in the garden.
6th August - 10am - 12pm The Kitchen (tasty) Garden - Discover why fruit and vegetables that we can eat grow in the garden.

Only £10 per workshop per child - Limited spaces -Can be booked separately

These much-loved workshops are split between older and younger ages and are suitable for children between 4 and 11.
Please note a parent/carer must stay for the duration.

Step into a world of fun and imagination at Playmakers!

Enjoy hands-on activities and crafts throughout the Museum. Every week has a different theme from making and discovery in our Experiment! and Build! weeks to role play and puzzles during Imagine! and Solve! There'll be a mixture of old favourites and new activities every week, meaning you can make the most of our Summer Holiday Pass throughout the summer.

We'll also have free storytelling in the courtyard on Thursdays (excluding August 27) at 11:30am and 2:30pm and a free Bubble Show on Sundays (excluding August 30) at 2:30pm. Plus, discover to toys and games people played in the past with our summer pop-up exhibition.

📆 Thursday 30 July to Sunday 30 August: Thursday to Sunday, 10am to... Read more

Access to Soft Play + Cafe.
With Guest Appearances.
Suitable for children ages 3-11
Our Afternoon Tea includes a selection of:
Cakes, biscuits, sweets, pastries, juice + Tea.

Lots of creative fun for all to enjoy, inspired by K-Pop Demon Hunters! We will make lots of keepsakes and messy memories with plenty of singing and dancing too!
Suitable for ages 6m to 7yrs
£11 per child

Join us for a magical family adventure at the Stockwood Garden Party 2026, set within the beautiful grounds of Stockwood Discovery Centre, a much-loved free destination known for its gardens, play spaces and family-friendly experiences .

Celebrating its 5-year anniversary, this year's garden party is bigger, bolder and full of imagination, offering three days of outdoor theatre, creativity and playful exploration for families of all ages. Wander through the gardens and discover a vibrant programme of live shows, storytelling and hands-on activities, with something new to enjoy each day.

What's on in 2026:

* Young Growers Gardening Club - get hands-on with nature through fun planting and growing workshops

* Magical Fairy Encounters... Read more

Let the games begin this summer! Unleash your inner warrior at The Games, a great day out for friends and family to gather for a challenge.

Experience the thrill, skills and stories of the ancient Celtic world. Perfect for all ages looking to experience an immersive day filled with new experiences from archery to axe throwing, explore the woods on a Boudicca Warrior Quest and test your strength and skills of coordination in The Grass Arena.

The Woodland Bistro is open all day and serves hot food for lunch and cakes and coffee throughout the day.

Price: £15 per person (under 3s free)
Location: Celtic Harmony Camp

Are your little ones off to school this September?
To make the first day less daunting for Kids and parents, Perfect Playland is giving parents and children the chance to meet one another for a Play session. It will be a great way for you and your child to make friends with their new classmates and parents in the same position as you.
Book the play session according to the date + play session above The session will be open to the general public, however tables will be allocated for the relevant people starting at the schools listed for that session.
Your child will be given a name badge introducing them to their new friends and you will all receive coloured wrist bands for the session.

FRIDAY 22ND AUGUST
9.15-11.15am - Campton Academy
11.30-1.30pm... Read more

💜 ADVERT FOR JORDANS MILL 💜

🌞 Ready for a summer adventure at @jordans.mill?

Bring the whole family along and join our Summer Games Trail ⚽ A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds 🍃

🎯 Crack clues, complete mini‑games, and race your way around the site. Can you become the ultimate Summer Games champion?! 🏆

📅 Saturday 18th July - Wednesday 2nd September
📍 Open: 7 days a week
⏰ Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
💷 Cost: £4 per child (includes trail sheet and a prize)

Each school holiday we run Storyboats for younger children. This is a gentle 40 minute cruise down the River Gade to where it meets the Grand Union Canal, with wildlife spotting while listening to stories. The books we read a picture books, so the audience can spot the hidden elements and learn about new creatures. Suitable for ages 4 to 8 years, it is the ideal way to fill time between the more costly holiday outings. We feed the waterfowl we encounter and if we are very lucky we see the kingfisher.

We run special themed boats at Halloween and Christmas, with goody bags and an extra special passenger in a red suit at Christmas.

All children must be accompanied by an adult, all passengers must have a ticket. Tickets can be purchased from our website.

Join us for a night camping under the stars and connect with nature as the nocturnal wildlife awakens on the reserve.

The Big Wild Sleep Out is a unique opportunity for families to spend a night out in the wild!

Arriving late in the afternoon there will be time to pitch your tent before heading out for pond dipping. After dinner (bring your own or join us for a fish and chip run!) we'll have a walk around the reserve with bat detectors as the sun sets and learn all about the nocturnal wildlife of Rye Meads. We will then come back to the Visitor Centre for a hot chocolate before falling asleep to the sounds of night-time nature. After breakfast take an early morning walk to our Kingfisher Viewing Hub or stick around and help us check the moth trap to see what has... Read more

Step into a world of fun and imagination at Playmakers!

Enjoy hands-on activities and crafts throughout the Museum. Every week has a different theme from making and discovery in our Experiment! and Build! weeks to role play and puzzles during Imagine! and Solve! There'll be a mixture of old favourites and new activities every week, meaning you can make the most of our Summer Holiday Pass throughout the summer.

We'll also have free storytelling in the courtyard on Thursdays (excluding August 27) at 11:30am and 2:30pm and a free Bubble Show on Sundays (excluding August 30) at 2:30pm. Plus, discover to toys and games people played in the past with our summer pop-up exhibition.

📆 Thursday 30 July to Sunday 30 August: Thursday to Sunday, 10am to... Read more

Let the games begin this summer! Unleash your inner warrior at The Games, a great day out for friends and family to gather for a challenge.

Experience the thrill, skills and stories of the ancient Celtic world. Perfect for all ages looking to experience an immersive day filled with new experiences from archery to axe throwing, explore the woods on a Boudicca Warrior Quest and test your strength and skills of coordination in The Grass Arena.

The Woodland Bistro is open all day and serves hot food for lunch and cakes and coffee throughout the day.

Price: £15 per person (under 3s free)
Location: Celtic Harmony Camp

Are your little ones off to school this September?
To make the first day less daunting for Kids and parents, Perfect Playland is giving parents and children the chance to meet one another for a Play session. It will be a great way for you and your child to make friends with their new classmates and parents in the same position as you.
Book the play session according to the date + play session above The session will be open to the general public, however tables will be allocated for the relevant people starting at the schools listed for that session.
Your child will be given a name badge introducing them to their new friends and you will all receive coloured wrist bands for the session.

FRIDAY 22ND AUGUST
9.15-11.15am - Campton Academy
11.30-1.30pm... Read more

💜 ADVERT FOR JORDANS MILL 💜

🌞 Ready for a summer adventure at @jordans.mill?

Bring the whole family along and join our Summer Games Trail ⚽ A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds 🍃

🎯 Crack clues, complete mini‑games, and race your way around the site. Can you become the ultimate Summer Games champion?! 🏆

📅 Saturday 18th July - Wednesday 2nd September
📍 Open: 7 days a week
⏰ Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
💷 Cost: £4 per child (includes trail sheet and a prize)

Step into the dangerous and daring world of Rogues & Highwaymen, a lively living history event at Chiltern Open Air Museum that brings the stories of Britain's most notorious outlaws to life.
Journey back to the 17th and 18th centuries and discover a world of highway robbery, crime and punishment. Meet infamous characters from the age of the highwayman, hear tales of daring escapes and ill-gotten gains, and learn how law and order struggled to keep pace on Britain's roads. Through engaging demonstrations, storytelling and character encounters, uncover the realities behind the romantic myths.
Explore life on the road and in the taverns, discover how justice was served, and see how ordinary people were affected by crime during this fascinating period of British history. Set among... Read more

Step into a world of wonder this spring! As the woodland wakes up, the Fairies of Celtic Harmony Camp have returned to their secret village. We invite your little explorers to take on a magical challenge and discover the hidden secrets.

Your Quest awaits....
- Explore the Enchanted Trails: Wander through the budding ancient woodland and discover hidden corners where magic dwells.
- Solve the Fairy Riddles: Follow the trail to solve clues, riddles, and tasks left behind by our woodland folk.
- Spot the Secret Homes: Peek into the tiny fairy houses tucked away among the gnarled roots and spring blossoms.

Collect Your Reward!
Every successful explorer who completes the quest will receive a magical pouch of lucky crystals-perfect for making... Read more

Disc Golf at Celtic Harmony Camp, Hertford
Saturday & Sunday 11-12; 18-19; 25-26 July and 1- 2; 8-9; 15-16; 22-23 August

Challenge a group of friends or family to a game of disc golf, on a 9 hole course with the Iron Age settlement as backdrop. Whether you're looking for a relaxing woodland walk, an active family day out, or a friendly competition, Disc Golf is the perfect weekend outing! Beginner and advanced tee off points enable players of all levels to take part and enjoy a round. Follow the meandering trail around different areas of the woods at your own pace and enjoy a bit of forest bathing on the way! Suitable for ages 8 years and over. £8 per person

After your game, relax at our dog-friendly Woodland Bistro with freshly made pizzas, cakes,... Read more

Join us for a night camping under the stars and connect with nature as the nocturnal wildlife awakens on the reserve.

The Big Wild Sleep Out is a unique opportunity for families to spend a night out in the wild!

Arriving late in the afternoon there will be time to pitch your tent before heading out for pond dipping. After dinner (bring your own or join us for a fish and chip run!) we'll have a walk around the reserve with bat detectors as the sun sets and learn all about the nocturnal wildlife of Rye Meads. We will then come back to the Visitor Centre for a hot chocolate before falling asleep to the sounds of night-time nature. After breakfast take an early morning walk to our Kingfisher Viewing Hub or stick around and help us check the moth trap to see what has... Read more

Step into a world of fun and imagination at Playmakers!

Enjoy hands-on activities and crafts throughout the Museum. Every week has a different theme from making and discovery in our Experiment! and Build! weeks to role play and puzzles during Imagine! and Solve! There'll be a mixture of old favourites and new activities every week, meaning you can make the most of our Summer Holiday Pass throughout the summer.

We'll also have free storytelling in the courtyard on Thursdays (excluding August 27) at 11:30am and 2:30pm and a free Bubble Show on Sundays (excluding August 30) at 2:30pm. Plus, discover to toys and games people played in the past with our summer pop-up exhibition.

📆 Thursday 30 July to Sunday 30 August: Thursday to Sunday, 10am to... Read more

Are your little ones off to school this September?
To make the first day less daunting for Kids and parents, Perfect Playland is giving parents and children the chance to meet one another for a Play session. It will be a great way for you and your child to make friends with their new classmates and parents in the same position as you.
Book the play session according to the date + play session above The session will be open to the general public, however tables will be allocated for the relevant people starting at the schools listed for that session.
Your child will be given a name badge introducing them to their new friends and you will all receive coloured wrist bands for the session.

FRIDAY 22ND AUGUST
9.15-11.15am - Campton Academy
11.30-1.30pm... Read more

💜 ADVERT FOR JORDANS MILL 💜

🌞 Ready for a summer adventure at @jordans.mill?

Bring the whole family along and join our Summer Games Trail ⚽ A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds 🍃

🎯 Crack clues, complete mini‑games, and race your way around the site. Can you become the ultimate Summer Games champion?! 🏆

📅 Saturday 18th July - Wednesday 2nd September
📍 Open: 7 days a week
⏰ Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
💷 Cost: £4 per child (includes trail sheet and a prize)

Step into the dangerous and daring world of Rogues & Highwaymen, a lively living history event at Chiltern Open Air Museum that brings the stories of Britain's most notorious outlaws to life.
Journey back to the 17th and 18th centuries and discover a world of highway robbery, crime and punishment. Meet infamous characters from the age of the highwayman, hear tales of daring escapes and ill-gotten gains, and learn how law and order struggled to keep pace on Britain's roads. Through engaging demonstrations, storytelling and character encounters, uncover the realities behind the romantic myths.
Explore life on the road and in the taverns, discover how justice was served, and see how ordinary people were affected by crime during this fascinating period of British history. Set among... Read more

Step into a world of wonder this spring! As the woodland wakes up, the Fairies of Celtic Harmony Camp have returned to their secret village. We invite your little explorers to take on a magical challenge and discover the hidden secrets.

Your Quest awaits....
- Explore the Enchanted Trails: Wander through the budding ancient woodland and discover hidden corners where magic dwells.
- Solve the Fairy Riddles: Follow the trail to solve clues, riddles, and tasks left behind by our woodland folk.
- Spot the Secret Homes: Peek into the tiny fairy houses tucked away among the gnarled roots and spring blossoms.

Collect Your Reward!
Every successful explorer who completes the quest will receive a magical pouch of lucky crystals-perfect for making... Read more

Disc Golf at Celtic Harmony Camp, Hertford
Saturday & Sunday 11-12; 18-19; 25-26 July and 1- 2; 8-9; 15-16; 22-23 August

Challenge a group of friends or family to a game of disc golf, on a 9 hole course with the Iron Age settlement as backdrop. Whether you're looking for a relaxing woodland walk, an active family day out, or a friendly competition, Disc Golf is the perfect weekend outing! Beginner and advanced tee off points enable players of all levels to take part and enjoy a round. Follow the meandering trail around different areas of the woods at your own pace and enjoy a bit of forest bathing on the way! Suitable for ages 8 years and over. £8 per person

After your game, relax at our dog-friendly Woodland Bistro with freshly made pizzas, cakes,... Read more

Step into a world of fun and imagination at Playmakers!

Enjoy hands-on activities and crafts throughout the Museum. Every week has a different theme from making and discovery in our Experiment! and Build! weeks to role play and puzzles during Imagine! and Solve! There'll be a mixture of old favourites and new activities every week, meaning you can make the most of our Summer Holiday Pass throughout the summer.

We'll also have free storytelling in the courtyard on Thursdays (excluding August 27) at 11:30am and 2:30pm and a free Bubble Show on Sundays (excluding August 30) at 2:30pm. Plus, discover to toys and games people played in the past with our summer pop-up exhibition.

📆 Thursday 30 July to Sunday 30 August: Thursday to Sunday, 10am to... Read more

Are your little ones off to school this September?
To make the first day less daunting for Kids and parents, Perfect Playland is giving parents and children the chance to meet one another for a Play session. It will be a great way for you and your child to make friends with their new classmates and parents in the same position as you.
Book the play session according to the date + play session above The session will be open to the general public, however tables will be allocated for the relevant people starting at the schools listed for that session.
Your child will be given a name badge introducing them to their new friends and you will all receive coloured wrist bands for the session.

FRIDAY 22ND AUGUST
9.15-11.15am - Campton Academy
11.30-1.30pm... Read more

💜 ADVERT FOR JORDANS MILL 💜

🌞 Ready for a summer adventure at @jordans.mill?

Bring the whole family along and join our Summer Games Trail ⚽ A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds 🍃

🎯 Crack clues, complete mini‑games, and race your way around the site. Can you become the ultimate Summer Games champion?! 🏆

📅 Saturday 18th July - Wednesday 2nd September
📍 Open: 7 days a week
⏰ Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
💷 Cost: £4 per child (includes trail sheet and a prize)

Our week-long summer school offers a wide range of creative activities, giving children the chance to take over the museum! The historic school building is transformed into an immersive set design, full of opportunities for role-play, team-building games, filming, and drama workshops. From script to screen, children will create their own short film - writing, directing, and starring in it themselves.

At the end of the week, parents are invited to a special movie screening to see what their children have been working on.

Come and learn new skills, make new friends, and become part of our museum youth community!

Date: 3-7 August
Age: 10-12 years
Fee: From £200, including one meal and one snack per day

Summer Celtic Warrior Experience
Celtic Harmony Camp
24th July, 3rd, 7th, 10th, 14th, 21st August 2026

A thrilling day of ancient adventure where families master tribal skills and bring Celtic history to life!

Unleash your inner warrior! Join us for an action-packed day of ancient skills and outdoor adventure. Perfect for families looking to step back in time, our Celtic Warrior Experience revives Celtic living through hands-on challenges and tribal fun.

Spend the day testing your aim in our woodland archery range, training like a Celtic warrior and crafting your own pottery piece to take home. Plus, enjoy other activities such as drumming workshops, storytelling, friction fire lighting and cooking sausages over a campfire.... Read more

Are your little ones off to school this September?
To make the first day less daunting for Kids and parents, Perfect Playland is giving parents and children the chance to meet one another for a Play session. It will be a great way for you and your child to make friends with their new classmates and parents in the same position as you.
Book the play session according to the date + play session above The session will be open to the general public, however tables will be allocated for the relevant people starting at the schools listed for that session.
Your child will be given a name badge introducing them to their new friends and you will all receive coloured wrist bands for the session.

FRIDAY 22ND AUGUST
9.15-11.15am - Campton Academy
11.30-1.30pm... Read more

💜 ADVERT FOR JORDANS MILL 💜

🌞 Ready for a summer adventure at @jordans.mill?

Bring the whole family along and join our Summer Games Trail ⚽ A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds 🍃

🎯 Crack clues, complete mini‑games, and race your way around the site. Can you become the ultimate Summer Games champion?! 🏆

📅 Saturday 18th July - Wednesday 2nd September
📍 Open: 7 days a week
⏰ Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
💷 Cost: £4 per child (includes trail sheet and a prize)

Our week-long summer school offers a wide range of creative activities, giving children the chance to take over the museum! The historic school building is transformed into an immersive set design, full of opportunities for role-play, team-building games, filming, and drama workshops. From script to screen, children will create their own short film - writing, directing, and starring in it themselves.

At the end of the week, parents are invited to a special movie screening to see what their children have been working on.

Come and learn new skills, make new friends, and become part of our museum youth community!

Date: 3-7 August
Age: 10-12 years
Fee: From £200, including one meal and one snack per day

-MEET + GREET AND PHOTO OPPORTUNITY
-GLITTER / TEMPORARY TATTOOS
-SUPERHERO MASK + MAKE YOUR OWN MASK
-SUPERHERO STICKER SHEET
- ACCESS TO SOFT PLAY + CAFE
-SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN AGES 3-8

Drop the kids off for a two-day journey of wild discovery! Our Half Term Adventure Camp is a child-only experience designed specifically for children aged 8 to 11. Led by our expert team, this immersive programme helps young adventurers build confidence, learn ancient skills, and make new friends.

Are your little ones off to school this September?
To make the first day less daunting for Kids and parents, Perfect Playland is giving parents and children the chance to meet one another for a Play session. It will be a great way for you and your child to make friends with their new classmates and parents in the same position as you.
Book the play session according to the date + play session above The session will be open to the general public, however tables will be allocated for the relevant people starting at the schools listed for that session.
Your child will be given a name badge introducing them to their new friends and you will all receive coloured wrist bands for the session.

FRIDAY 22ND AUGUST
9.15-11.15am - Campton Academy
11.30-1.30pm... Read more

💜 ADVERT FOR JORDANS MILL 💜

🌞 Ready for a summer adventure at @jordans.mill?

Bring the whole family along and join our Summer Games Trail ⚽ A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds 🍃

🎯 Crack clues, complete mini‑games, and race your way around the site. Can you become the ultimate Summer Games champion?! 🏆

📅 Saturday 18th July - Wednesday 2nd September
📍 Open: 7 days a week
⏰ Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
💷 Cost: £4 per child (includes trail sheet and a prize)

Trumpeter Paul Eshelby returns for an evening of outstanding jazz in the company of friends and special guest artists, including familiar faces from Ronnie Scott's. From timeless jazz standards to soulful vocal favourites, this relaxed concert is the perfect soundtrack to a warm summer evening.

Our bar will be open for drinks and guests are welcome to explore the gardens during the interval.

Our week-long summer school offers a wide range of creative activities, giving children the chance to take over the museum! The historic school building is transformed into an immersive set design, full of opportunities for role-play, team-building games, filming, and drama workshops. From script to screen, children will create their own short film - writing, directing, and starring in it themselves.

At the end of the week, parents are invited to a special movie screening to see what their children have been working on.

Come and learn new skills, make new friends, and become part of our museum youth community!

Date: 3-7 August
Age: 10-12 years
Fee: From £200, including one meal and one snack per day

Harpenden's children and their bears are cordially invited to join Harpenden Town Council at the Teddy Bears' Picnic in Rothamsted Park on Wednesday 5th August, 11am - 2pm. This exciting free to attend event is always popular with pre-schoolers and their families and carers, and is organised to coincide with National Play Day - a national celebration of children's right to play and a campaign to highlight the importance of play in children's lives.

This year, the Teddy Bears' Picnic will include a variety of activities and entertainment. Bring along a picnic blanket, refreshments, bags of energy and of course your favourite bear!

Access to soft Play + Cafe
-Glitter Tattoos
-Hair glitter + accessory
-Nail glitter / stickers
-Meet+Greet with 2 fairies
-photo opportunities
-Live singing
-Suitable for children ages 3-8

Drop the kids off for a two-day journey of wild discovery! Our Half Term Adventure Camp is a child-only experience designed specifically for children aged 8 to 11. Led by our expert team, this immersive programme helps young adventurers build confidence, learn ancient skills, and make new friends.

Are your little ones off to school this September?
To make the first day less daunting for Kids and parents, Perfect Playland is giving parents and children the chance to meet one another for a Play session. It will be a great way for you and your child to make friends with their new classmates and parents in the same position as you.
Book the play session according to the date + play session above The session will be open to the general public, however tables will be allocated for the relevant people starting at the schools listed for that session.
Your child will be given a name badge introducing them to their new friends and you will all receive coloured wrist bands for the session.

FRIDAY 22ND AUGUST
9.15-11.15am - Campton Academy
11.30-1.30pm... Read more

💜 ADVERT FOR JORDANS MILL 💜

🌞 Ready for a summer adventure at @jordans.mill?

Bring the whole family along and join our Summer Games Trail ⚽ A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds 🍃

🎯 Crack clues, complete mini‑games, and race your way around the site. Can you become the ultimate Summer Games champion?! 🏆

📅 Saturday 18th July - Wednesday 2nd September
📍 Open: 7 days a week
⏰ Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
💷 Cost: £4 per child (includes trail sheet and a prize)

Our week-long summer school offers a wide range of creative activities, giving children the chance to take over the museum! The historic school building is transformed into an immersive set design, full of opportunities for role-play, team-building games, filming, and drama workshops. From script to screen, children will create their own short film - writing, directing, and starring in it themselves.

At the end of the week, parents are invited to a special movie screening to see what their children have been working on.

Come and learn new skills, make new friends, and become part of our museum youth community!

Date: 3-7 August
Age: 10-12 years
Fee: From £200, including one meal and one snack per day

Children's Workshops at the Walled Garden - Fun in the wonderful Walled Garden -
30 July - 10am-12pm The Fragrant (smelly) Garden - Discover the colours and smells of the flowers in the garden.
6th August - 10am - 12pm The Kitchen (tasty) Garden - Discover why fruit and vegetables that we can eat grow in the garden.

Only £10 per workshop per child - Limited spaces -Can be booked separately

These much-loved workshops are split between older and younger ages and are suitable for children between 4 and 11.
Please note a parent/carer must stay for the duration.

Children's Workshops at the Walled Garden - Fun in the wonderful Walled Garden -
30 July - 10am-12pm The Fragrant (smelly) Garden - Discover the colours and smells of the flowers in the garden.
6th August - 10am - 12pm The Kitchen (tasty) Garden - Discover why fruit and vegetables that we can eat grow in the garden.

Only £10 per workshop per child - Limited spaces -Can be booked separately

These much-loved workshops are split between older and younger ages and are suitable for children between 4 and 11.
Please note a parent/carer must stay for the duration.

Step into a world of fun and imagination at Playmakers!

Enjoy hands-on activities and crafts throughout the Museum. Every week has a different theme from making and discovery in our Experiment! and Build! weeks to role play and puzzles during Imagine! and Solve! There'll be a mixture of old favourites and new activities every week, meaning you can make the most of our Summer Holiday Pass throughout the summer.

We'll also have free storytelling in the courtyard on Thursdays (excluding August 27) at 11:30am and 2:30pm and a free Bubble Show on Sundays (excluding August 30) at 2:30pm. Plus, discover to toys and games people played in the past with our summer pop-up exhibition.

📆 Thursday 30 July to Sunday 30 August: Thursday to Sunday, 10am to... Read more

Access to Soft Play + Cafe With guest appearances
Suitable for children ages 3-11
Our Afternoon Tea includes a selection of:
Cakes, sweets, biscuits, pastries, juice +

Lots of creative fun for all to enjoy, with a Things With Wings Theme! We will make lots of keepsakes and messy memories with plenty of singing and dancing too!
Suitable for ages 6m to 7yrs
£11 per child

Are your little ones off to school this September?
To make the first day less daunting for Kids and parents, Perfect Playland is giving parents and children the chance to meet one another for a Play session. It will be a great way for you and your child to make friends with their new classmates and parents in the same position as you.
Book the play session according to the date + play session above The session will be open to the general public, however tables will be allocated for the relevant people starting at the schools listed for that session.
Your child will be given a name badge introducing them to their new friends and you will all receive coloured wrist bands for the session.

FRIDAY 22ND AUGUST
9.15-11.15am - Campton Academy
11.30-1.30pm... Read more

💜 ADVERT FOR JORDANS MILL 💜

🌞 Ready for a summer adventure at @jordans.mill?

Bring the whole family along and join our Summer Games Trail ⚽ A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds 🍃

🎯 Crack clues, complete mini‑games, and race your way around the site. Can you become the ultimate Summer Games champion?! 🏆

📅 Saturday 18th July - Wednesday 2nd September
📍 Open: 7 days a week
⏰ Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
💷 Cost: £4 per child (includes trail sheet and a prize)

Our week-long summer school offers a wide range of creative activities, giving children the chance to take over the museum! The historic school building is transformed into an immersive set design, full of opportunities for role-play, team-building games, filming, and drama workshops. From script to screen, children will create their own short film - writing, directing, and starring in it themselves.

At the end of the week, parents are invited to a special movie screening to see what their children have been working on.

Come and learn new skills, make new friends, and become part of our museum youth community!

Date: 3-7 August
Age: 10-12 years
Fee: From £200, including one meal and one snack per day

Each school holiday we run Storyboats for younger children. This is a gentle 40 minute cruise down the River Gade to where it meets the Grand Union Canal, with wildlife spotting while listening to stories. The books we read a picture books, so the audience can spot the hidden elements and learn about new creatures. Suitable for ages 4 to 8 years, it is the ideal way to fill time between the more costly holiday outings. We feed the waterfowl we encounter and if we are very lucky we see the kingfisher.

We run special themed boats at Halloween and Christmas, with goody bags and an extra special passenger in a red suit at Christmas.

All children must be accompanied by an adult, all passengers must have a ticket. Tickets can be purchased from our website.

A large walk-in labyrinth of colour and light will fill the lawn at Stockwood Discovery Centre this August. Visitors are invited to don a primary-coloured cloak to become part of the colour experience and step into a new world of intense colour and light.

Colourscape is formed of many interlinked chambers of primary colours to create a labyrinth (each chamber c. 4M across). Step forwards and a long view of radiating colours appears. Another step and another view appears until you are surrounded and immersed in the most intense colour and light imaginable. Visitors have described the experience as being like "wrapped in a rainbow" or saying "I felt I could breathe colours!"

You can freely walk anywhere to explore this amazing space and will discover musicians... Read more

Summer Celtic Warrior Experience
Celtic Harmony Camp
24th July, 3rd, 7th, 10th, 14th, 21st August 2026

A thrilling day of ancient adventure where families master tribal skills and bring Celtic history to life!

Unleash your inner warrior! Join us for an action-packed day of ancient skills and outdoor adventure. Perfect for families looking to step back in time, our Celtic Warrior Experience revives Celtic living through hands-on challenges and tribal fun.

Spend the day testing your aim in our woodland archery range, training like a Celtic warrior and crafting your own pottery piece to take home. Plus, enjoy other activities such as drumming workshops, storytelling, friction fire lighting and cooking sausages over a campfire.... Read more

Step into a world of fun and imagination at Playmakers!

Enjoy hands-on activities and crafts throughout the Museum. Every week has a different theme from making and discovery in our Experiment! and Build! weeks to role play and puzzles during Imagine! and Solve! There'll be a mixture of old favourites and new activities every week, meaning you can make the most of our Summer Holiday Pass throughout the summer.

We'll also have free storytelling in the courtyard on Thursdays (excluding August 27) at 11:30am and 2:30pm and a free Bubble Show on Sundays (excluding August 30) at 2:30pm. Plus, discover to toys and games people played in the past with our summer pop-up exhibition.

📆 Thursday 30 July to Sunday 30 August: Thursday to Sunday, 10am to... Read more

Are your little ones off to school this September?
To make the first day less daunting for Kids and parents, Perfect Playland is giving parents and children the chance to meet one another for a Play session. It will be a great way for you and your child to make friends with their new classmates and parents in the same position as you.
Book the play session according to the date + play session above The session will be open to the general public, however tables will be allocated for the relevant people starting at the schools listed for that session.
Your child will be given a name badge introducing them to their new friends and you will all receive coloured wrist bands for the session.

FRIDAY 22ND AUGUST
9.15-11.15am - Campton Academy
11.30-1.30pm... Read more

💜 ADVERT FOR JORDANS MILL 💜

🌞 Ready for a summer adventure at @jordans.mill?

Bring the whole family along and join our Summer Games Trail ⚽ A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds 🍃

🎯 Crack clues, complete mini‑games, and race your way around the site. Can you become the ultimate Summer Games champion?! 🏆

📅 Saturday 18th July - Wednesday 2nd September
📍 Open: 7 days a week
⏰ Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
💷 Cost: £4 per child (includes trail sheet and a prize)

Monthly Coffee Mornings for cat lovers or anyone who likes cake! Selling yummy homemade sweet treats, refreshments, new goods for pet owners and lovers, bric-a-brac, handmade and preloved items, with all money going towards helping the local cats and kittens in our care. Colouring available including colour your own cat face mask for free!

Travel through centuries of conflict in Britain at War at Chiltern Open Air Museum, showcasing warfare and everyday life from the medieval period to the Second World War.
Explore how conflict shaped Britain across multiple eras, from medieval soldiers and the turmoil of the English Civil War, through the Napoleonic Wars, to the global conflicts of the First and Second World Wars. Meet re-enactors portraying soldiers and civilians from each period, discover how weapons, tactics and technology evolved, and learn how war affected daily life on the Home Front and the battlefield.
Across the weekend, the museum's historic buildings and open spaces are transformed into living history scenes, featuring military camps, drills, demonstrations and vehicles spanning hundreds of years. From... Read more

A brand-new festival coming to Hertfordshire this August!

Featuring three stages, a food village, comedy, a kids' zone, and a funfair, The Great Fete aims to offer something for everyone. Enjoy some of the most iconic dance acts of the past 30 years on the Saturday, followed by nostalgic sing‑along bands on the Sunday.

Step into a world of wonder this spring! As the woodland wakes up, the Fairies of Celtic Harmony Camp have returned to their secret village. We invite your little explorers to take on a magical challenge and discover the hidden secrets.

Your Quest awaits....
- Explore the Enchanted Trails: Wander through the budding ancient woodland and discover hidden corners where magic dwells.
- Solve the Fairy Riddles: Follow the trail to solve clues, riddles, and tasks left behind by our woodland folk.
- Spot the Secret Homes: Peek into the tiny fairy houses tucked away among the gnarled roots and spring blossoms.

Collect Your Reward!
Every successful explorer who completes the quest will receive a magical pouch of lucky crystals-perfect for making... Read more

Disc Golf at Celtic Harmony Camp, Hertford
Saturday & Sunday 11-12; 18-19; 25-26 July and 1- 2; 8-9; 15-16; 22-23 August

Challenge a group of friends or family to a game of disc golf, on a 9 hole course with the Iron Age settlement as backdrop. Whether you're looking for a relaxing woodland walk, an active family day out, or a friendly competition, Disc Golf is the perfect weekend outing! Beginner and advanced tee off points enable players of all levels to take part and enjoy a round. Follow the meandering trail around different areas of the woods at your own pace and enjoy a bit of forest bathing on the way! Suitable for ages 8 years and over. £8 per person

After your game, relax at our dog-friendly Woodland Bistro with freshly made pizzas, cakes,... Read more

A large walk-in labyrinth of colour and light will fill the lawn at Stockwood Discovery Centre this August. Visitors are invited to don a primary-coloured cloak to become part of the colour experience and step into a new world of intense colour and light.

Colourscape is formed of many interlinked chambers of primary colours to create a labyrinth (each chamber c. 4M across). Step forwards and a long view of radiating colours appears. Another step and another view appears until you are surrounded and immersed in the most intense colour and light imaginable. Visitors have described the experience as being like "wrapped in a rainbow" or saying "I felt I could breathe colours!"

You can freely walk anywhere to explore this amazing space and will discover musicians... Read more

Step into a world of fun and imagination at Playmakers!

Enjoy hands-on activities and crafts throughout the Museum. Every week has a different theme from making and discovery in our Experiment! and Build! weeks to role play and puzzles during Imagine! and Solve! There'll be a mixture of old favourites and new activities every week, meaning you can make the most of our Summer Holiday Pass throughout the summer.

We'll also have free storytelling in the courtyard on Thursdays (excluding August 27) at 11:30am and 2:30pm and a free Bubble Show on Sundays (excluding August 30) at 2:30pm. Plus, discover to toys and games people played in the past with our summer pop-up exhibition.

📆 Thursday 30 July to Sunday 30 August: Thursday to Sunday, 10am to... Read more

Are your little ones off to school this September?
To make the first day less daunting for Kids and parents, Perfect Playland is giving parents and children the chance to meet one another for a Play session. It will be a great way for you and your child to make friends with their new classmates and parents in the same position as you.
Book the play session according to the date + play session above The session will be open to the general public, however tables will be allocated for the relevant people starting at the schools listed for that session.
Your child will be given a name badge introducing them to their new friends and you will all receive coloured wrist bands for the session.

FRIDAY 22ND AUGUST
9.15-11.15am - Campton Academy
11.30-1.30pm... Read more

💜 ADVERT FOR JORDANS MILL 💜

🌞 Ready for a summer adventure at @jordans.mill?

Bring the whole family along and join our Summer Games Trail ⚽ A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds 🍃

🎯 Crack clues, complete mini‑games, and race your way around the site. Can you become the ultimate Summer Games champion?! 🏆

📅 Saturday 18th July - Wednesday 2nd September
📍 Open: 7 days a week
⏰ Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
💷 Cost: £4 per child (includes trail sheet and a prize)

Originally formed in 1972, the NSRA (National Street Rod Association) is the club of choice for UK rodding enthusiasts. As well as being the National organisation for hotrodders, each year the NSRA organises two of the UK's largest hot rod show weekends, plus two major auto parts swapmeets, and two nostalgia drag racing event weekends.

Shuttleworth's Old Warden Park plays host to their second major Hot Rod show of the year NSRA HOT ROD SUPERNATIONALS 2026. The event is packed with activities, entertainment, trade stalls and live music! Saturday cruise; Sunday huge show 'n' shine car show for pre-1972 Hot Rods, Street Rods, and Customs. The event runs as a private members event from Thursday to Saturday, opening to the public on Sunday.

Please note: event tickets... Read more

Travel through centuries of conflict in Britain at War at Chiltern Open Air Museum, showcasing warfare and everyday life from the medieval period to the Second World War.
Explore how conflict shaped Britain across multiple eras, from medieval soldiers and the turmoil of the English Civil War, through the Napoleonic Wars, to the global conflicts of the First and Second World Wars. Meet re-enactors portraying soldiers and civilians from each period, discover how weapons, tactics and technology evolved, and learn how war affected daily life on the Home Front and the battlefield.
Across the weekend, the museum's historic buildings and open spaces are transformed into living history scenes, featuring military camps, drills, demonstrations and vehicles spanning hundreds of years. From... Read more

A brand-new festival coming to Hertfordshire this August!

Featuring three stages, a food village, comedy, a kids' zone, and a funfair, The Great Fete aims to offer something for everyone. Enjoy some of the most iconic dance acts of the past 30 years on the Saturday, followed by nostalgic sing‑along bands on the Sunday.

Step into a world of wonder this spring! As the woodland wakes up, the Fairies of Celtic Harmony Camp have returned to their secret village. We invite your little explorers to take on a magical challenge and discover the hidden secrets.

Your Quest awaits....
- Explore the Enchanted Trails: Wander through the budding ancient woodland and discover hidden corners where magic dwells.
- Solve the Fairy Riddles: Follow the trail to solve clues, riddles, and tasks left behind by our woodland folk.
- Spot the Secret Homes: Peek into the tiny fairy houses tucked away among the gnarled roots and spring blossoms.

Collect Your Reward!
Every successful explorer who completes the quest will receive a magical pouch of lucky crystals-perfect for making... Read more

Disc Golf at Celtic Harmony Camp, Hertford
Saturday & Sunday 11-12; 18-19; 25-26 July and 1- 2; 8-9; 15-16; 22-23 August

Challenge a group of friends or family to a game of disc golf, on a 9 hole course with the Iron Age settlement as backdrop. Whether you're looking for a relaxing woodland walk, an active family day out, or a friendly competition, Disc Golf is the perfect weekend outing! Beginner and advanced tee off points enable players of all levels to take part and enjoy a round. Follow the meandering trail around different areas of the woods at your own pace and enjoy a bit of forest bathing on the way! Suitable for ages 8 years and over. £8 per person

After your game, relax at our dog-friendly Woodland Bistro with freshly made pizzas, cakes,... Read more

A large walk-in labyrinth of colour and light will fill the lawn at Stockwood Discovery Centre this August. Visitors are invited to don a primary-coloured cloak to become part of the colour experience and step into a new world of intense colour and light.

Colourscape is formed of many interlinked chambers of primary colours to create a labyrinth (each chamber c. 4M across). Step forwards and a long view of radiating colours appears. Another step and another view appears until you are surrounded and immersed in the most intense colour and light imaginable. Visitors have described the experience as being like "wrapped in a rainbow" or saying "I felt I could breathe colours!"

You can freely walk anywhere to explore this amazing space and will discover musicians... Read more

Step into a world of fun and imagination at Playmakers!

Enjoy hands-on activities and crafts throughout the Museum. Every week has a different theme from making and discovery in our Experiment! and Build! weeks to role play and puzzles during Imagine! and Solve! There'll be a mixture of old favourites and new activities every week, meaning you can make the most of our Summer Holiday Pass throughout the summer.

We'll also have free storytelling in the courtyard on Thursdays (excluding August 27) at 11:30am and 2:30pm and a free Bubble Show on Sundays (excluding August 30) at 2:30pm. Plus, discover to toys and games people played in the past with our summer pop-up exhibition.

📆 Thursday 30 July to Sunday 30 August: Thursday to Sunday, 10am to... Read more

Are your little ones off to school this September?
To make the first day less daunting for Kids and parents, Perfect Playland is giving parents and children the chance to meet one another for a Play session. It will be a great way for you and your child to make friends with their new classmates and parents in the same position as you.
Book the play session according to the date + play session above The session will be open to the general public, however tables will be allocated for the relevant people starting at the schools listed for that session.
Your child will be given a name badge introducing them to their new friends and you will all receive coloured wrist bands for the session.

FRIDAY 22ND AUGUST
9.15-11.15am - Campton Academy
11.30-1.30pm... Read more

💜 ADVERT FOR JORDANS MILL 💜

🌞 Ready for a summer adventure at @jordans.mill?

Bring the whole family along and join our Summer Games Trail ⚽ A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds 🍃

🎯 Crack clues, complete mini‑games, and race your way around the site. Can you become the ultimate Summer Games champion?! 🏆

📅 Saturday 18th July - Wednesday 2nd September
📍 Open: 7 days a week
⏰ Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm
💷 Cost: £4 per child (includes trail sheet and a prize)