With the school holidays upon us it is important to make the most of the time we share as a family. It’s great that we can get away on holidays - but there is so much to see and do right on our doorstep that day trips should not be discounted.
After all what better way to spend a sunny weekend throughout the school holidays than taking a short trip to some of the most exciting and innovative attractions in the UK – all right here in the Midlands. There are places to visit for children of all ages and so much to do.Of course there is no reason why children need be bored at home whilst parents have to work either. A great idea is to enrol them in a fun packed, action filled summer scheme such as the ones offered by Aspire in Sutton Coldfield.
Whatever your plans for the holidays are enjoy!
West midlands safari And leisure park
This is certainly one of the Midlands top destinations and offers fantastic value for money. The extensive Safari and Leisure Park covers an area of some 200 acres and brings the plains of Africa to the heart of the West Midlands. It is targeted at family entertainment and visitors get the chance to drive through the Safari Park, see some of the worlds largest and most exotic creatures close up and even the opportunity to feed them.
www.wmsp.co.uk
Drayton Manor Park & Zoo
A favourite theme park for many years now, Drayton Manor is packed with a host of great rides and attractions set in 280 acres of lakes and parkland. It features some of the biggest, wettest and scariest rides around including Apocalypse, the world’s first stand up tower drop, Shockwave, Europe’s only stand up rollercoaster and Stormforce 10, which the Daily Express named as ‘the best water ride in the country’.
www.draytonmanor.co.uk
Warwick Castle
Bursting to the towers with tales of treachery and torture, passion and power and above all fascinating people, times and events, Warwick Castle is so much more than simply a castle. Experience preparations for battle, feel the weight of a sword and get a soldier’s eye view from beneath a battle helmet. See lavishly decorated state rooms, watch as a household prepares for a Victorian party and discover how electricity was generated over 100 years ago to light up the castle.
www.warwick-castle.co.uk
Aspire active Camps
Aspire Active Camps provide Ofsted registered, enjoyable, action-packed school holiday courses for children aged 5 to 16 years old. Their aim is to get children active and build their confidence through sport, physical activity and performing arts. They are open all day from 8am – 6pm to provide busy parents with affordable fun packed childcare options. The summer programme includes Activity Camps, the StreetBeats Dance Academy, the Razzamataz Stage Academy and the Chris Woakes Cricket Academy.
Aspire Active Camps are running at Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School in Sutton Coldfield from July 23rd to August 28th. Although parents can pay on the day it is strongly recommended to book early to avoid disappointment.
www.activecamps.co.uk
See issue 20 for more great summer ideas
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