RUMBLE’S BIG FAMILY CAMP OUT
n What’s, pO laces to Things to do be had go and fun to ages in for kids of all
Cambridgeshir
WHEN: 2nd - 3rd June, 16.00 - 10.30 WHERE: Grafham Water, Huntingdon
Rumble Live, an award-winning family-friendly woodland attraction, is hosting its first ever overnight camping event to kick start the long Platinum Jubilee weekend. The included laser tag ‘Platinum tournament’ competition will earn the overall highest scorer an annual pass for Rumble Live. To book email ask@rumblelive.co.uk £50 each (includes camping, dinner, breakfast and 3 one-hour laser tag sessions) www.rumblelive.co.uk 01480 592135
e
Wildlife Watch Life in the pond
WHEN: 7th May, 14.00 - 16.00
WHERE: Trumpington Meadows
Grab a net to discover all the wonderful creatures who live in and around the water, create a pond-themed craft to take home, and get a free activity pack! £7.50 per child www.wildlifebcn.org 01487 710420
Park-O
Wildlife Week
Animal Antics
13.00 - 15.00 WHERE: Coldham’s Common (May) and Hinchingbrooke Country Park (June) An easy, fun way for juniors and families to try orienteering and enjoy the local park. Three different courses and friendly advice to get you started. Family groups £5; Child £2 www.waoc.org.uk
5th June
WHERE: King’s Lynn Corn
WHEN: 14th May and 18th June,
Mischief and Mystery in Moomin Valley WHEN: 22nd May,
Nature Tots
WHEN: 9th & 23rd May and
13th & 27th June, 10.00 - 11.30 WHERE: Ferry Meadows, Peterborough A fun monthly outdoor parent and toddler group with a nature theme. The whole session will take place outside, so please dress for the weather. 2+ years. £4.00 www.nenepark.org.uk/ferrymeadows 01733 234193
Arts and Creativity Classes (age 5 - 7) WHEN: Saturdays in May,
June and July, 9.20 and 10.40 WHERE: Mayfield Primary School, Cambridge Children will practice and learn about all types of arts, such as drawing, painting and making crafts, and be encouraged to explore their own inner worlds, communicate their own thinking and produce their own designs. Most importantly, they will have fun! primrosecreativearts.com
8 Families Cambridgeshire
11.30 and 14.30 WHERE: The Junction, Cambridge Pack your imagination and head on an unforgettable journey to Moomin Valley where everyone is welcome, nature thrives, and adventures are plentiful. Expect snow, surprises and plenty of Moomin mischief. From £6.00 www.junction.co.uk 01223 511511
Holiday Trail
WHEN: 28th May, 10.00 - 16.00 WHERE: Ferry Meadows,
Peterborough Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for questions as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize. £1.00 per sheet www.nenepark.org.uk/ferrymeadows
WHEN: 28th May -
WHERE: Audley End
Railway Wildlife Week will teach your children all about the different habitats, insects and creatures you may find in the wild, or even at the Railway! From £8.50 (children under 1 free) Booking essential. www.audley-end-railway.co.uk
Cambridge Nature Festival
WHEN: 27th May - 30th June
WHERE: Various locations in and
around Cambridge Nature-based activities and events including BioBlitzes, guided nature wanders, live music, wildlife ID workshops, art installations and much more. www.cambridgeppf.org/event/ cambridge-nature-festival
Holiday Bushcraft Club WHEN: 30th - 31st May,
8.30-16.00 WHERE: Wandlebury Country Park Sessions focus on practical bushcraft and survival skills and follow a forest school approach encouraging self-confidence and sense of achievement. Age 5 - 12 £38 per child per day. Booking essential www. wildthymeandembers.co.uk/ holidaybushcraftclub/
WHEN: 31st May, 13.00 and 17.00
Exchange Dinosaurs, elephants, saltwater crocodiles and the incredible orangutans bring the stage to life with this entertaining and educational live show that will delight the whole family. From £14.50 www.kingslynncornexchange. co.uk 01553 764864
Drop-in Weekend Tours WHEN: Sundays in May WHERE: Cambridge University
Botanic Garden Enjoy a free-of-charge one hour Garden tour with one of their expert guides, taking in the seasonal highlights of the Garden. Tours are free-of-charge but normal Garden admission charges apply. www.botanic.cam.ac.uk/
Cambourne Wild Babies
(Summer Term Series) WHEN: 8th June, 9.30 - 11.30 WHERE: Cambourne Nature Reserve 5 weekly sessions designed to support the wellbeing of parents and carers of babies enabling them to access their local green space and learn about wildlife. Accompanying children need to be pre-walking and under 18 months. Free www.wildlifebcn.org 07894 599020
PETERBOROUGH DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL WHEN: 11th June, 9.00 - 17.00
WHERE: Thorpe Meadows, Peterborough
Peterborough Dragon Boat Festival is back for 2022 with up to 48 teams making a splash on the 200m racecourse. Bankside entertainment, food stalls and fun activities guarantee a fabulous day out for all the family! www.nenepark.org.uk/ferry-meadows familiesonline.co.uk
