Summer Days Out

Go to New Heights This Summer

Looking for something different for the kids to do this summer? ALTITUDE High Ropes Adventure is a high ropes course located in Littledown Park. Set across two heights, the kids can tackle the low and high ropes, zip wire, climbing wall and PowerFan Descender.

The low ropes is suitable from 5 years old, and has nine exciting elements to tackle at 5 metres above the ground, including the cargo net and log bridge.

The next level up is the high ropes, suitable from 8 years, or 5 years when accompanied by an adult. Going further up at 10 metres – you are set to conquer another 12 testing elements.

Complete the course by reaching the top of the climbing wall, zipping across the lake on the zip wire and braving the vertical jump – the PowerFan Descender.

Find out more and book at www.bhliveactive.org.uk/altitude

Falconry Flying Experience Days & More at Libertys

Liberty’s Owl, Raptor and Reptile Centre in Ringwood is home to a large collection of birds of prey, including eagles, hawks, owls and vultures. Observe these magnificent birds flying free or treat yourself to a special Flying Experience Day and experience the thrill of falconry for yourself.

You can also get up close and personal with the snakes, lizards and spiders during various displays in the day. At the rescue centre, come and see wild birds of prey on their road to recovery and release back to the wild.

Open daily March - October 10am–5pm. For more information visit www.libertysfalconry.co.uk

Family Fun at Verwood Hub

Whether you enjoy live concerts or shows, watching the latest blockbusters, want to improve your health and fitness or simply need a place to meet and have a coffee, the Verwood Hub, Community and Leisure is the place to be.

The Verwood Hub Community and Leisure comprises three sites; The Verwood Hub, Potterne Park and Emmanuel Sports Hall all offer a host of facilities, activities and events.

The Verwood Hub is a hugely versatile facility which includes the fantastic Merryfield Theatre, featuring a brand-new, digital surround-sound cinema showing some of the latest releases. Make the most of a state-of-the-art Technogym gym, 3G football pitches, sports hall, a licensed bar and free Wi-Fi!

With an exciting and varied calendar of events including shows, theatre, cinema, concerts and cabaret evenings, there’s something for the entire family to enjoy!

Find out more at www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/verwood-hub

It’s a Miniature Model World

A new Crazy Golf course heads a fantastic line-up events and attractions at Wimborne Model Town this summer.

Take a stroll around the charming streets and shops of the original 1950s miniature buildings with a free quiz guide, see Thomas and drive the trains on the model railway. Inside, see the

illuminated dolls’ houses and 1950s school and shop area. A magnet for your little ones, Wendy Street provides free family entertainment during the holidays. Unwind with a cream tea or lunch (kids menus available) in the Tea Room or grab a souvenir from our gift shop.

Visit www.wimborne-modeltown.com

Create a Lifetime of Memories at the New Forest & Hampshire County Show

The New Forest Show is a three-day celebration of Farming, Food and Fun which is rated among the top agricultural shows in the country. From food and flowers, music and main ring attractions to cooking, crafts and county pursuits, you’re guaranteed to find something different in every corner of the showground.

Don’t miss the busy timetable of main ring attractions filling the main arenas including the breath-taking Heavy Horse Musical Drive and the return of the lively Pony Club Mounted Games. New for 2019, the Canine Arena has an action-packed line-up of entertaining displays and activities featuring our four-legged friends. Also, back by popular demand is the Fun

Kitchen offering free cooking workshops for children every day at the Show. Visit our website to book and for details.

This year we are delighted to announce all children aged 5-15 enter the Show for just £1. Children under 5 enter for free.

Join us on 30th, 31st July & 1st August in the heart of the New Forest National Park. Buy your tickets online before 23rd July to receive a 15% discount. Visit www.newforestshow.co.uk

Feel The Magic of Vintage Train Travel

Swanage Railway is the picture postcard branch line to the seaside.

Steam trains run for six miles, weaving their way through the beautiful Purbeck countryside from Norden, home of the Purbeck Mineral Mining Museum, past the magnificent ruins of Corfe Castle to the sandy beach of Swanage, the eastern gateway to the Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage site.

Swanage Railway offers an intensive heritage steam train service with departures up to every 40 minutes in the summer season. Special events, including steam galas in the Spring and Autumn, a diesel gala in May and our acclaimed Santa Specials in December, run each year.

Mighty Claws Birthday Parties

Rampage around a Jurassic landscape, filled with moving dinosaurs, thundering waterfalls and steaming volcanoes. Our crazy golf course turns a birthday party into an unforgettable adventure. Fiercely entertaining for everyone from little raptors to ancient fossils.

Enjoy a RAW-some adventure with your friends and family then once you have battled the mighty dinosaurs – come on in to The Kitchen Club restaurant for some tasty party food and unlimited squash. Our Kids Menu includes freshly made pizzas in our wood burning pizza oven, chicken goujons, chips and peas to name but a few.

Your party will also include party invites and the birthday child will receive a fantastic Mighty Claws book from our team.

Mighty Claws Kids Parties start at £12.95pp – for more information please contact a member of our team on 01202 436 436 or email Bournemouth@mightyadventures.com.

Back to Nature at Kingston Maurward

Summer holidays aren’t complete without a trip to this beloved, family-friendly Animal Park in the heart of Dorset.

With lots of animals to meet including peacocks, birds of prey and wallabies; you can even feed the goats and sheep, enjoy a picnic, or visit the park café. Take a walk along the lakeside nature trail and explore the stunning gardens and parkland.

Kids’ activities run throughout all school holidays with discounts for locals – it’s the perfect day out! Plus, look out for a new indoor play barn coming soon!

For more information visit www.visitkm.co.uk or call 01305 215003.

Summer at Monkey World

Summer at Monkey World means the primates are enjoying being out & about in their large outdoor enclosures - important for all but especially for the youngsters!

As Monkey World is the official European Crèche for orphaned orangutans, during the warmer months the orphaned infants love to explore their outdoor spaces! Bulu Mata, 4, is getting bigger and braver and is spending more time wrestle playing with his older adoptive brothers, Silvestre and Jin whilst infant ladies Rieke, 4, and Mimi, 3, are pros at climbing high to find the tasty breakfast treats the hidden around the enclosures.

Visitors can see Bulu, Rieke and Mimi at Monkey World every day apart from Christmas day. The park is home to over 260 rescued and endangered primates, rehabilitated to live in family groups of their own kind.

Join the adoption scheme & gain an annual pass to the park! More details at www.monkeyworld.org

Be King of the Castle This Summer

Highcliffe Castle is the perfect place for the whole family to enjoy this summer. A jam-packed event schedule promises fun for everyone, with outdoor theatre to puppet shows, free family days and car displays. You can experience interactive activities, dressing up and even the chance to build your very own castle.

Event highlights include a performance of David Walliams ‘Gangsta Granny’ on Monday 26th August

at 5pm on the castle lawns. The Garlic Theatre Company’s ‘3 Little Pigs,’ takes place on Sunday 4th August, brilliantly told with puppets and live music. Performances are at 11am and 1.30pm. Bring a picnic and something to sit on, sit back and relax!

Situated in beautiful cliff-top grounds, this Grade 1 listed castle and its newly restored East Wing are ready to welcome you. For ticket information, visit www.highcliffecastle.co.uk