What's On

What’s On Things to do, places to go and fun to be had for kids of all ages in Cambridgeshire

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

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 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

Park-O

WHEN: 14th May and 18th June, 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

Mischief and Mystery in Moomin Valley

WHEN: 22nd May, 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

Wildlife Week

WHEN: 28th May - 5th June 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 Animal Antics

WHEN: 31st May, 13.00 and 17.00 WHERE: King’s Lynn Corn 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

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 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/

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: 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/

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

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

Cambourne Little Bugs

(Summer Term Series) WHEN: 10th June, 9.30 - 11.00 WHERE: Cambourne Nature Reserve The programme of 5 weekly sessions is designed to support the wellbeing of the adults, as well as provide activities and resources to engage toddlers (18 months - 4 years) in outdoor nature-related activities. Free

www.wildlifebcn.org 07894 599020

Strawberry Fair - Love the Planet

WHEN: 11th June WHERE: Midsummer Common, Cambridge Celebrate the vibrant and creative city of Cambridge at this one-day music and arts event. Enjoy an eclectic range of music and performances from well over 100 groups, both local and from further afield. Free

strawberry-fair.org.uk

Roses

WHEN: 12th June, 10.00 - 16.00

WHERE:

Chippenham Park Gardens Summer will be in full swing at Chippenham Park and there will be a beautiful display of roses, and other spectacular flowers,in bloom. Delicious home-made food and refreshments in the licensed Potting Shed Cafe.

Adult £7; Children £3 (Under 5’s Free) (Cash only) www.chippenhamparkgardens. info/opening-dates

Duxford Summer Air Show

WHEN: 18th and 19th June WHERE: IWM Duxford Fuel your senses with fastflying, all-action aerobatics, and spectacular sights in the air and on the ground. IWM Duxford have all the ingredients for a day out full of highs!

From £15.00 www.iwm.org.uk/airshows/ duxford-summer-air-show

Cambridge Midsummer Fair

WHEN: 22nd - 27th June WHERE: Midsummer Common, Cambridge Held since 1211, Cambridge Midsummer Fair is one of the country’s oldest travelling funfairs. Enjoy a traditional fun fair and the very best white-knuckle rides. There's also candyfloss, hot dogs, toffee apples and more.

Top Secret - The Magic of Science

WHEN: 26th June, 14.00 WHERE: King’s Lynn Corn Exchange Top Secret is a fast-moving colourful magical science show filled with mystery, suspense, lots and lots of mess that will inspire and educate every young budding magician and scientist. From

£9.50 01553 764864 www.kingslynncornexchange. co.uk

WHEN: May and June, 8.00 - 17.00 With nine miles of well-maintained tracks around the reservoir, plus many unique nature trails to follow, picnic area, visitor centre, cafe and playgrounds, Grafham Water has something to interest the whole family. Car Park fees apply.

anglianwaterparks.co.uk/grafham-water 01480 811075

Rumble Live Action Gaming (Laser Tag)

WHEN: May and June WHERE: Grafham Water, Huntingdon The perfect family day out designed by a family for families using the latest laser tag equipment, providing the best experience. This isn’t just laser tag, it’s about bringing together the best of the real and virtual worlds. £15 per person per hour.

www.rumblelive.co.uk 01480 592135

Partyman World of Play

WHEN: May and June WHERE: Mercers Row, Cambridge Huge indoor play frame with specially designed toddler area as well as baby areas for little guests under three years. With café as well as extra activities during holiday periods. Peak and off-peak prices. Membership available. Hire them for fun parties too! From £1.95

www.partymanworld.co.uk/ location/cambridge

Open Farm Sunday - Meet a Farmer

WHEN: 12th June WHERE: Various locations across Cambridgeshire Hundreds of farms across the country will be opening their gates offering you the opportunity to find out about where your food comes from, talk to the farmers who produce it and get up close and personal with the countryside.

Free www.farmsunday.org

Little Bugs Club - Great Fen

WHEN: May and June - Fridays (Term-time): 10.30 - 12.00 WHERE: Countryside Centre, Ramsey Heights A fantastic introduction to the natural world for pre-school children. Each weekly session is packed with activities, walks and games….be prepared to get mucky. £7 per child.

www.wildlifebcn.org 01487 710420

Church Farm Rare Breeds Centre, Stow Bardolph

WHEN: May and June, 10 - 17.00 Make friends with a wide variety of tame animals and experience all their young at close quarters throughout the season as well as enjoying their adventure playground. 01366 382162

www.churchfarmstowbardolph. co.uk/

Pick Your Own Fruits

WHEN: May and June WHERE: Farms in Cambridgeshire Farms offering PYO include Bury Lane Farm, Chaplins Farm, Hill Farm, Sunclose Farm, Lidgate Farm and R&S Norman. Check each venue for opening times and types of fruit available.

www.pyo.co.uk