Primary Times - the definitive what’s on and where to go family guide of activities and events for children of primary school age. Things to do with your kids during the school holidays including arts and craft activities, music and theatre for children, parties, competitions, days out, and family attractions along with term time drama schools, dance classes, after school clubs and sports activities. Things to do at a place near you!
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Open Air Theatre - 'Little Women'
17th-17th July 2024
Venue: Clovelly
Website: www.clovelly.co.uk
Outdoor performance of the classic story - see website for details
Sunday Storytime at Exeter Library
28th-28th July 2024
Venue: Exeter Library
Website: www.facebook.com/exeterlibrary
Fun storytime for kids age 0 - 7 with accompanying colouring sheets
Nature Craft with Devon Wildlife Trust
30th-30th July 2024
Venue: Exeter Library
Website: www.facebook.com/exeterlibrary
Nature based craft activities
Kents Cavern:Cinema In The caves Maleficient
31st-31st July 2024
Venue: Kents Cavern
Screening of the classic film
Theatre In The Park: Miracle Theatre Presents Love Riot
31st-31st July 2024
Venue: Exeter Phoenix
Website: www.exeterphoenix.org.uk
Step into a world of enchanting romance and uproarious comedy with Miracle's Theatre's lastes outdoor production, Love Riot! Recommended for ages 7+
Kents Cavern: Cinema In The Caves - Ice Age
1st-1st August 2024
Venue: Kents Cavern
Screening of the classic film
Spork! Summer Special
1st-1st August 2024
Venue: Exeter Phoenix
Website: www.exeterphoenix.org.uk
A sun drenched hour (and of bit) of sumptious spoken-word, poetry and comedy
Kents Cavern: Cinema In The Caves - The Greatest Showman
2nd-2nd August 2024
Venue: Kents Cavern
Screening of the classic film
Stretch, Sketch Scribble - Exeter
3rd-3rd August 2024
Venue: Exeter Library
Website: www.facebook.com/exeterlibrary
60 minute yoga and creative writing session for kids and their grown ups - free event - booking essential
Sunday Storytime at Exeter Library
4th-4th August 2024
Venue: Exeter Library
Website: www.facebook.com/exeterlibrary
Fun storytime for kids age 0 - 7 with accompanying colouring sheets
Kents Cavern: Cinema in The Cave -Back To The Future
6th-6th August 2024
Venue: Kents Cavern
Screening of the classic film
Kents Cavern: Cinema In the Caves - Grease
8th-8th August 2024
Venue: Kents Cavern
Screening of the classic film
Sun and Moon Theatre Present: the Winter's Tale
8th-11th August 2024
Venue: Exeter Phoenix
Website: www.exeterphoenix.org.uk
Bask in the mgaic of Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale, in summertime! From Sicilian courts to Bohemian festivities, journey through time in this delightful and gripping comedy-drama. With captivating...
Kents Cavern: Cinema In The Caves - Labyrinth
9th-9th August 2024
Venue: Kents Cavern
Screening of the classic film
Marvellous Zines
9th-9th August 2024
Venue: Totnes Library
Make your own tiny magazines - suitable for ages 8+
Stretch, Sketch Scribble - Exeter
9th-9th August 2024
Venue: Exeter Library
Website: www.facebook.com/exeterlibrary
60 minute yoga and creative writing session for kids and their grown ups - free event - booking essential
Silly Squirrel
10th-10th August 2024
Venue: Exeter Library
Website: www.facebook.com/exeterlibrary
Performance by Above Bounds Theatre Collective for ages 0 to 7
Sunday Storytime at Exeter Library
11th-11th August 2024
Venue: Exeter Library
Website: www.facebook.com/exeterlibrary
Fun storytime for kids age 0 - 7 with accompanying colouring sheets
Kents Cavern: Cinema In The Caves - Encanto
14th-14th August 2024
Venue: Kents Cavern
Screening of the classic film
Nature Doodles Workshop
14th-14th August 2024
Venue: Exeter Library
Website: www.facebook.com/exeterlibrary
Use natural materials to create temporary art individually and collaboratively
Kents Cavern: Cinema In The Caves - Bill and Teds Excellent Adventure
16th-16th August 2024
Venue: Kents Cavern
Screening of the classic film
Marvellous Makers- Make your own 3D Summer picture
17th-17th August 2024
Venue: Totnes Library
10:30 to 11:40 - free, donations appreciated
Kents Cavern: Cinema In The Caves - Coco
21st-21st August 2024
Venue: Kents Cavern
Screening of the classic film
Summer Digital Design Workshops
21st-21st August 2024
Venue: Barnstaple Library
Website: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=888736466632004&set=a.560100836162237
Children aged 6 to 15 can learn digital design skills and will create their own Pencil Case or 3D Keyring - see website to book
Kents Cavern: Cinema In The Caves
22nd-22nd August 2024
Venue: Kents Cavern
Screening of the classic film
Kents Cavern: Cinema In the Caves - Return of the Jedi
22nd-22nd August 2024
Venue: Kents Cavern
Screening of the classic film
Pottery Workshop with Tarka Pottery
22nd-22nd August 2024
Venue: Barnstaple Library
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/1157032612296801/
Make an animal of your choice using pinch pots, coiling and textures - see the website for booking details
Story and crafts with Hello Summer
23rd-23rd August 2024
Venue: Totnes Library
Free - donations appreciated. 11am to 12pm
Sunday Storytime at Exeter Library
25th-25th August 2024
Venue: Exeter Library
Website: www.facebook.com/exeterlibrary
Fun storytime for kids age 0 - 7 with accompanying colouring sheets
Kents Cavern: Cinema In The Cave - Labyrinth
27th-27th August 2024
Venue: Kents Cavern
Screening of the classic film
Flying With Strings
28th-28th August 2024
Venue: South Molton Library
Website: www.facebook.com/southmoltonlibrary
Interactive show featuring intricate string puppetry and live music. See the puppets in actions and learn about the world of birds - booking essential
Sunday Storytime at Exeter Library
28th-28th August 2024
Venue: Exeter Library
Website: www.facebook.com/exeterlibrary
Fun storytime for kids age 0 - 7 with accompanying colouring sheets
Stretch, Sketch Scribble - Exeter
29th-29th August 2024
Venue: Exeter Library
Website: www.facebook.com/exeterlibrary
60 minute yoga and creative writing session for kids and their grown ups - free event - booking essential
Silly Squirrel Children's Theatre Show on the Green
31st-31st August 2024
Venue: The Green, Royal William yard
Website: https://royalwilliamyard.com/whats-on/silly-squirrel-childrens-theatre-show
Playful and award-winning pop-up show with puppets, gentle interaction and lots of laughs for ages 0 to 7 - book in advance
Nativity! The Musical
1st-9th December 2024
Venue: Barnfield Theatre
Address: Exeter
Website: www.exeternorthcott.co.uk
Stage production featuring all your favourite songs from the film series
Dear Santa
13th-24th December 2024
Venue: Barnfield Theatre
Website: www.exeternorthcott.co.uk
Festive show based around Rod Campbell's book with BSL interpreted and relaxed performances on selected dates
Jack and the Beanstalk
30th-31st December 2024
Venue: Barnfield Theatre
Address: Exeter
Website: www.exeternorthcott.co.uk
Pantomime performance from Wonder Pantomimes
Protest
5th-9th March 2024
Venue: Theatre Royal Plymouth
Website: https://theatreroyal.com/whats-on/protest/
For ages 7+. Running is Alice’s happy place – you might even say it’s in her DNA. She’s the best runner at her school but is struggling to prove her worth. Jade is slowly coming to realise that...
A Picture of Health: Exeter's Medical History
Venue: Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery (RAMM)
Address: Queen Street, Exeter
Website: www.rammmuseum.org.uk
Exhibition focusing on the stories and experiences of real people associated with Exeter’s medical past to engage audiences of all ages. See elsewhere in What’s On for family friendly half term activities
Autumn Apple Trail
Venue: Lydford Gorge
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/lydford-gorge
Follow the trail around the orchard to get stuck into some apple activities
Autumn Spotter Trail
Venue: Knightshayes
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/knightshayes
Pick up an Autumn Spotter Trail and go on an adventure around the gardens and parkland. See if you can find all of the colours on the colour wheel and match the leaves you find on the Autumn leaves guide....
Autumnfest celebrations at Arlington Court
Venue: Arlington Court and the National Carriage Museum
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/devon/arlington-court-and-the-national-trust-carriage-museum
Discover displays around the grounds, visitor reception, tea rooms and gardens, as they celebrate the autumn colour. Family crafting and activities
BEAR HUNT SCULPTURE TRAIL
Venue: Various locations in North Devon
Website: www.chsw.org.uk/event/bear-hunt-sculpture-trail
Find 25 5 foot bears painted by a local artist around Bideford, Barnstaple, Great Torrington and Ilfracombe. Use the Bear Hunt app or download the trail map and make a donation to support Children's Hospice...
Big Schools' Birdwatch
Address: Everywhere
Website: www.rspb.org.uk/fun-and-learning/ for-teachers/schools-birdwatch/
Count birds in your school grounds and submit results online. See the website for helpful ID resources
CHINESE ZODIAC TRAIL
Venue: Torquay Museum
Address: 529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay,
Website: www.torquaymuseum.org.uk
Find all the Zodiac animals around the Museum
Coat of Arms Explore and Find Trail
Venue: Exeter Cathedral
Website: https://www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk/whats-on/events/coat-of-arms-explore-and-find-trail/
The Coat of Arms Explore and Find Trail is an exciting new children’s activity arriving at Exeter Cathedral in time for the Easter holidays. Coats of Arms have been used since Medieval times...
Easter Activities at World of Country Life
Time: 1080624:00
Venue: World of Country Life
Address: West Down Lane, Sandy Bay, Exmouth
Website: https://www.worldofcountrylife.co.uk/event/easter-holiday-family-fun/
Special Easter arts and craft sessions, Easter Egg Trail as well as their programme of daily activities and play areas
Fantazy
Venue: Babbacombe Theatre
Website: www.babbacombe-theatre.com
Variety show with comedy, illusion, vocalists and dance
Follow the Sensory Trail at Seaton Wetlands
Venue: Seaton Wetlands
New sensory trail - follow the trail and each board highlights an activity to help you connect to nature
Guess Who Adoption Donkey Trail
Venue: The Donkey Sanctuary
Address: Slade House Farm, Sidmouth
Website: www.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk/events
Put your knowledge about the Sanctuary's adoption to the test in their new summer trail combining fun, exercise and brainpower - £5 per trail. Open daily until 9am, general admission and parking is free....
Hide and Sheep AR trail
Venue: Powderham Castle,
Address: Kenton, Nr Exeter
Website: www.powderham.co.uk
Explore this historic Estate with an Augmented Reality Trail. See the website for details on how to access the app before arrival
Hollywood Rome Trail
Venue: Torquay Museum
Website: 530 Babbacombe Road, Torquay
Explore the Hollywood Rome: Reel Life in the Ancient World exhibition and fill out the trail sheet. Also take part in an activity sheet called My Favourite Roman.
I Am The Seed That Grew The Tree Exhibition
Venue: Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum
Address: Arlington, Nr Barnstaple
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/arlington-court-and-the-national-trust-carriage-museum
Outdoor exhibition with nature scenes and poems for every month of the year
INCREDIBLE INSTRUMENTS TRAIL
Venue: Torquay Museum
Address: Torquay Museum, 529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay, TQ1 1HG.
Website: www.torquaymuseum.org/events
Explore the Made To Be Played: A Festival of Musical Instruments exhibition and answer the questions on your trail sheet and get a prize on completion.
Mail Trail 2023
Venue: Various locations across Exmouth
Website: www.hospiscare.co.uk/events/mail-trail-2023
Find over 40 decorated postboxes with maps available in aid of Hospiscare
Orchard Fortnight
Venue: Killerton
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/killerton
Learn how the Killerton team manage a traditional orchard to reverse the decline in nature, follow an orchard trail, pick your own apples and play games. Demonstrations of apple pressing
Paddington TM The Story of A Bear
Venue: Torre Abbey
Address: The King's Drive, Torquay
Website: www.torre-abbey.org.uk
Touring exhibition from the British Library with books, documents, film clips and original artwork and more associated events to be announced
Read to a Dog
Session to encourage children and teenagers to read - book onto a session with Rafa who has been assessed and is registered with Pets as Therapy.
Rediscover Church - Family Easter Trail - Cranbrook
Venue: Younghayes Centre
Address: Cranbrook
Website: https://www.rediscoverchurch.com/cranbrook-eastertrail
Organised by Rediscover Church and starting and ending at the Younghayes Centre. Free to take part but booking essential.
Remedies, Reasons and Resilience
Venue: Torre Abbey
Website: www.torre-abbey.org.uk/whats-on
Exhibition exploring what wellbeing means to individuals
Spirit of Sanctuary Winter Trail
Venue: The Donkey Sanctuary
Address: Slade House Farm, Sidmouth
Website: www.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk/events
Discover the true spirit of the sanctuary in their wonderful winter trail. Find your donkey spirit word this winter. This entertaining family activity combines fun, exercise and brainpower and is just...
Spring Wildlife Hunt
Venue: The Donkey Sanctuary
Address: Slade House Farm, Sidmouth
Website: www.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk
Spot the wildlife that has thrived thanks to the stewardship of the land, aided by the donkeys. Seek out some of the many species by finding the wildlife boards located around the sanctuary and matching...
Stories of Sanctuary Spirit Trail
Venue: The Donkey Sanctuary
Address: The Donkey Sanctuary, Slade House Farm, Sidmouth,
Website: www.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk
Uncover the spirit of the sanctuary in their wonderful winter trail. Reveal your donkey spirit word this winter. This entertaining family activity combines fun, exercise and brainpower and is just £5...
Sublime Symmetry: The Mathematics Behind De Morgan's Ceramic Designs
Venue: Royal Albert Memorial Museum (RAMM)
Address: Queen Street, Exeter
Website: www.rammuseum.org.uk
Exhibition investigating the use of mathematical principles in William De Morgan's beautiful ceramic designs
Superhero Insect Trail
Venue: Torquay Museum
Website: 531 Babbacombe Road, Torquay
Wherever you find them, insects are carrying out vital jobs that make healthy ecosystems and help us by pollinating our food and cleaning up our environment. Follow the Superhero trail of these incredible...
THIRSTY FOR FASHION EXHIBITION
Venue: Killerton
Address: Broadclyst
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/killerton
Exhibition exploring circular fashion from the 18th Century to the present day highlighting the techniques used to repair and reuse clothing throughout history
Vineyard Nature Trail
Venue: Sandridge Barton,
Address: Stoke Gabriel
Website: www.sandridgebarton.com
Family friendly nature trail set on the edge of the River Dart
Winter Fun at Woodlands
Venue: Woodlands
Address: Woodlands, Blackawton, Totnes,
Website: www.woodlandspark.com
Indoor areas and selected rides open
Winter Sculpture Exhbition
Venue: RHS Rosemoor
Website: www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/rosemoor
Return of the annual exhibition with sculptures situated round the grounds
ZOG ACTIVITY TRAIL
Venue: Haldon Forest Park
Address: Bullers Hill, nr Exeter
Website: www.forestryengland.uk/haldon-forest-park
Brand new family activity trail and free app. See website for details