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What’s On Things to do, places to go and fun to be had for kids of all ages in Oxfordshire
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Nature Tots
WHERE: Blenheim Palace WHEN: 6th July - 3rd September, 10.30 - 18.30 Through a magical mix of storytelling, live performance, and puppetry the world of Beatrix Potter will come alive in Blenheim Palace’s walled garden as you, the audience, take part in the rescue of Peter from Mr. McGregor’s rabbit pie shaped plan. From £5 peterrabbitgardenadventure.com/
oxfordshire/ or www.blenheimpalace.com
Children and Military Lives Exhibition
WHERE: Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum, Woodstock WHEN: Until 24th November Exhibition exploring the experience of children of serving military personnel and also children affected by conflict, historically and contemporarily. Combines objects, personal stories, oral histories, art and photography.
www.raf-ff.org.uk/children-andmilitary-lives-exhibition
Fairy Tale Trails
WHERE: Waterperry Gardens WHEN: 9th July - 4th September, 10.00 - 17.30 Enjoy exploring the ornamental gardens, using directions and clues to follow the sculpture trail, created by local artist Rob Faherty, all of which draw inspiration from the natural world, the British countryside and it’s wildlife! £3.50 per child
(entrance charges apply for adults) www.waterperrygardens.co.uk 01844 339254
WHERE: Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre WHEN: 11th & 15th July, 9.30 (and 12.30 on Fridays) Join friendly Nature Tots staff and volunteers to explore the nature reserves and enjoy wildlife themed activities suitable for children aged 18 months to 4 years. £7.00 (90 minutes)
www.bbowt.org.uk/events/
Master Builders Club Brick Building LEGO® Workshops
Rangers Online Wildlife Club
WHERE: Online WHEN: 12th July and 16th August, 18.00 - 19.00 Focus on animal identification, how to help wildlife, wildlife surveys, bush craft skills and plants too. Learn from experienced education officers, gain skills and meet other young people who are interested in nature. Age 8 - 16 years £3.00
www.bbowt.org.uk/events/
WHERE: Various locations WHEN: 22nd July - 3rd September Do you love building with Lego® bricks? If you’re a budding designer, engineer or inventor then Master Builders Club needs you! Creative brick building workshops for children age 5+ with 3 different exciting themes. Just remember to bring your imagination! £16.00
www.masterbuildersclub.co.uk
The Secret Garden Live
Giffords Circus
WHERE: Barrington WHEN: 21st July - 1st August Including daring flying routines, hand balance and an aerial act to take your breath away, Giffords Circus is fast-paced, magical, hilarious and breath taking.
From £10.00 www.giffordscircus.com
WHERE: Waterperry Gardens WHEN: 23rd July, 14.30 Join Mary on her journey to discovering The Secret Garden in this brand new, family-friendly, one-hour ballet adaptation of the best-selling novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett, all set against the stunning backdrop of Waterperrry House & Gardens.
From £11.00 www.waterperrygardens.co.uk
Dinosaur World Live
WHERE: Oxford Playhouse WHEN: 7th - 9th July Dare to experience the dangers and delights in this roarsome interactive show for all the family. A special meet and greet after the performance offers all our brave explorers the chance to make a new dinosaur friend. Suitable for ages 3+ £14.50
www.oxfordplayhouse.com/whats-on 01865 305 305
Family Archaeology Day
WHERE: Wallingford Museum WHEN: 23rd July, 11.00 - 16.00 Bring along your special finds, meet the experts and get handson with archaeology.
www.wallingfordmuseum.org.uk
Family Friendly Art
WHERE: Oxford Botanic Garden WHEN: 28th July, 11.00 - 12.15 (4 - 7 year olds) and 13.30 - 14.45 (age 8+) Create exciting personal botanical projects inspired by beautiful surroundings and fun quick creations to take away. All materials will be provided. £20.00
www.obga.ox.ac.uk
Rapunzel
WHERE: Waterperry Gardens WHEN: 30th July, 17.00 Escape into the open-air this Summer with Rapunzel - an exhilarating, heart-warming production about one girl’s longing to break free from her imposed lockdown and explore the world outside. From £11.00
www.waterperrygardens.co.uk
Sutton Courtenay Nature Reserve Open Day
WHERE: Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre WHEN: Fridays from 5th - 26th August, 10.00 - 15.00 Sutton Courtenay Nature Reserve isn’t normally open to the public but here is your chance to go and explore! Stop by the centre to pick up a map and then head out to discover the woodland, meadows and ponds. Donations welcome
www.bbowt.org.uk/ events
The Three Musketeers
WHERE: Waterperry Gardens WHEN: 6th August, 17.00 This family friendly musical is an incredible mix of amazing adventure, magical music, comical characters and swashbuckling sword fights. The whole family will be entertained and you’ll get an experience you’ll be talking about for years to come!
From £10.00 www.waterperrygardens.co.uk
Waterperry Opera Festival
WHERE: Waterperry Gardens WHEN: 12th - 20th August 8 imaginative productions over 9 days at Waterperry Gardens including The Marriage of Figaro, Figures in the Garden, Mansfield Park, Peter and the Wolf and others. www.
waterperrygardens.co.uk
Zog and the Flying Doctors
WHERE: Oxford Playhouse WHEN: 19th - 21st August Princess Pearl, Sir Gadabout and their trusty ‘air ambulance’, Zog the dragon (the super keen student who still crash lands), fly around tending a sunburnt mermaid, a distressed unicorn and a sneezy lion. But should princesses really be doctors? Age 3+ From £15.50
www.oxfordplayhouse.com/ whats-on 01865 305 305
WHERE: The Manor House Lawn, Cogges Manor WHEN: 23rd August, 19.00 An outdoor theatre production packed with memorable and wellknown Gilbert and Sullivan songs, it promises a unique blend of comedy, melodrama, glittering wit.
Age 5+ From £10.00 www.cogges.org.uk 01993 772602
Family Activity Afternoon @ Badbury
WHERE: Badbury Wood WHEN: 23rd August, 14.00 - 16.00 Visit the beautiful surroundings of Badbury Wood and have a go at orienteering using maps and compasses, finishing the afternoon by doing some den building! £5.00
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Oxford Storytelling Festival
WHERE: Waterperry Gardens WHEN: 26th - 28th August With some of the UK’s best storytellers alongside some exciting musicians and entertainers, the Oxford Storytelling Festival is a place where the imagination is set free. Weekend tickets include free camping in the grounds of Waterperry. From £10.00
www.waterperrygardens.co.uk
Wild Storytelling
WHERE: Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre, WHEN: 25th August, 10.00 - 11.30 Listen to some wild tales while the bees buzz their secret stories around you and join in with some story making of your own. Feel free to bring a picnic. Suitable for children aged 4-11.
£7.00. Booking essential www.bbowt.org.uk/events/
Please mention Families Oxfordshire Magazine when booking
www.fairytalefarm.co.uk
Cogges Manor Farm
WHERE: Witney WHEN: July & August, 9.30 - 16.30 Cogges is a unique historic farm in the heart of Witney, Oxfordshire with a beautiful Manor House, enchanting walled garden, orchard, adventure play and friendly animal residents. They have 17 acres of open space for you to enjoy, and they welcome well-behaved dogs on a short lead too!
From £6.00 www. cogges.org.uk 01993 772602
Fairytale Farm
WHERE: Chipping Norton WHEN: July and August: 10.00 - 17.00 Mixing classic fairy tales, animals and adventure play, children will love Fairytale Farm - the UK’s first visitor attraction that is open to all. A truly inclusive experience, where everything is accessible and everybody is welcome. From
£7.75 www.fairytalefarm.co.uk 01608 238014
Whizz Kidz
WHERE: Thame WHEN: July and August Why not head to Whizz Kidz for a fun hour or two, or more should you little one not yet be tired. Large indoor soft play /entertainment centre which has everything you could want. Prices from £2.00
www.whizzkidz-thame.co.uk/ 01844 217555
info@fairytalefarm.co.uk Tel: 01608 238014
Family Day
WHERE: Science Oxford Centre, Headington WHEN: Saturdays in July & August Children and grown-ups alike have fun experimenting with interactive exhibits in the Exploration Zone - create and test flying designs at the Air Table, build a giant magnetic ball run, and test what’s hot and what’s not with the Curious Camera. Tickets also include nature trails. From £6.00
scienceoxford.com/events 01865 810000
Fairytale Farm Southcombe, Chipping Norton Oxfordshire OX7 SQH
Dragons and Mythical Beasts Live
WHERE: Oxford Playhouse WHEN: 26th - 28th August Calling all brave heroes! Enter into a magical world of myths and legends in this fantastical show for all the family. Age 3+ £15.50
www.oxfordplayhouse.com/whats-on 01865 305 305
Summer Science at the Science Oxford Centre
SuMMER HOlidAy CAMpS
8–12 August 9am–3.30pm Robot Camp: Mission to Mars Ages 9–12 15–19 August 9am–3.30pm Summer Science Camp Ages 6–9 22–26 August 9am–3.30pm Summer Science Camp Ages 9–12
SuMMER FAMily dAyS
Every Saturday in July and August
Your ticket includes entry to the Exploration Zone for two hours and access to the woodland all day. Sessions run from: 10am; 12.30am; 3pm.
Book online: scienceoxford.com Science Oxford Centre, Quarry Road, Headington, Oxford OX3 8SB
Family fun at Cogges Manor Farm
Meet the animals Woodland adventure play Café courtyard and picnic areas Dogs welcome
cogges.org.uk
Cogges Manor Farm, Church Lane, Witney OX28 3LA (Free car park OX28 3FR) @Cogges Cogges
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