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Gloucestershire: News - July 2023
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Discover the school where bright minds flourish
17th July 2023
The Crypt School, Gloucester's only co-educational grammar school, holds an open morning on Wed 11 Oct, when parents and their children are invited to learn about its academic, pastoral and extra-curricular offerings. With timeslots at 9.30am and 11.30am each day, attendees meet current students...
Super Summer Holiday Camps with NCGTA
14th July 2023
North Cotswolds Gymnastics & Trampolining Academy is running its Super Summer Holiday Camps at its home, Cotswold Clubhouse, Bourton on the Water for children aged 4 to 12 this summer, promising Activity and Gymnastics Camps from Tuesday 25th July to Friday 1 September. Activity Camps now also include...
Learn to Swim with Holly Derrick
14th July 2023
Holly Derrick Swim School has been established in the Gloucestershire area for 13 years, with lessons taking place at the Shrubberies School Stonehouse, St Roses School Stroud and Dunkirk Mills Nailsworth. The school takes babies, toddlers, preschoolers through to children working...
Archery, Falconry and Zoolab - all at Berkeley Castle this summer
14th July 2023
Gloucestershire's historic Berkeley Castle has some fantastic entertainment lined up for families this summer. Look out for: SUN 30 JUL HENRY VIII IS LOOKING FOR A WIFE! Berkeley Castle, Berkeley GL13 9PJ, www.berkeley-castle.com Henry VIII has a big problem: he needs to find himself a new...
Code BOBBLE - Primary Times reader offer!
14th July 2023
Down The Rabbit Hole (DTHR) Entertainment & Events has now launched its new Bobble Braids parties (when kids can look as colourful as they like) and they are fantastically popular. For a limited time only, the company is offering a free character mascot with every Face Painting...
Welcome aboard Sudeley’s Animal Ark!
14th July 2023
Sudeley Castle near Winchcombe has launched a state-of-the-art attraction which aims to take visitors on an “animal odyssey” through habitats all over the world. The Animal Ark invites families to don augmented reality headsets to discover wildlife from the prehistoric era onwards, before...
It's playtime this holidays at The Everyman
13th July 2023
Cheltenham Everyman’s serving up a summer season full of family entertainment packed with your favourite characters and stories, from IgglePiggle and his friends in ‘The Night Garden Live’ (22 Jul) to everyone’s favourite bear Winnie the Pooh in a musical adaptation of the iconic...
Explore Westonbirt Arboretum all year round!
13th July 2023
For just £42 per year, take up to four of your own kids or grandchildren to Westonbirt all year round with a single annual membership to Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum. Enjoy free family activities and new exciting trails in magnificent natural surroundings; discovering trees from around the globe. You’ll...
Holmleigh Park just keeps getting better
13th July 2023
Holmleigh Park High School is now in its fourth year, and has been recognised as one of the most improved schools in the country. At GCSE, the school’s Progress 8 score has increased by over a full grade since 2019, making it the tenth most improved school in the country over the last three...
A good summer for The Roses
13th July 2023
It’s a busy summer at The Roses Theatre in Tewkesbury! Live entertainment includes the brilliant Milkshake! Live (pictured) on stage on Tue 22 Aug, followed a couple of weeks later by I Spy With My Little Eye on Fri 1 Sep. If you’re keen to spend some time outdoors with the family...
Splash into summer at Slimbridge
13th July 2023
Ready for an “otterly” unforgettable experience over the summer holidays? WWT Slimbridge has got you covered…with its new pair of otters taking up residence. Watch for water voles as you glide through the reeds on the Canoe Safari or take a thrilling trip out onto the estuary by...
The wait is over: Introducing The Cowshed at Cattle Country Farm Park
13th July 2023
Packed with indoor play equipment for all ages, Cattle Country’s latest attraction The Cowshed opens this summer. Since the Toddler Play Barn was taken down earlier this year, visitors to Cattle Country have been captivated as the new building takes shape opposite Graze Café, right in the...
Camp 4-2-11 reader offer: 15% off with code PT15
13th July 2023
Camp 4-2-11 is a well-established holiday club for children aged 3 to 14 years, with an Ofsted outstanding rating. The camp is fully inclusive, embracing diversity and accommodating children with a range of abilities. It offers a wide spectrum of activities, to create a fun and engaging environment...
Get Bouldering!
13th July 2023
Keep yourself busy this Summer! Bouldering is the perfect activity to have fun, keep fit, and keep your brain working during the school holidays. Boulders Cheltenham is a friendly and welcoming bouldering centre for kids and adults alike. No experience is necessary, and you can tackle a wide variety...
Explore Batsford Arboretum
13th July 2023
Batsford is the perfect place to let off some steam and enjoy the great outdoors this summer! Follow the meandering paths and streams to explore the beautiful 60-acre tree garden and stunning views. You’ll find delicious breakfasts, lunches – including yummy options for children –...
It’s your child’s choice with Atlas, this summer
13th July 2023
Atlas Camps, Gloucestershire’s largest school holiday camp specialists, are all set to celebrate their 12th summer entertaining children across Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire, with more camps than ever before. Now boasting 25 locations across the two counties, the award-winning multi-activity...
Horrible History meets tremendous Tuckwell
12th July 2023
We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead! Horrible Histories returns to the Bacon Theatre (Sat 22 Jul) with their hit West End show – BARMY BRITAIN! Full of crazy new characters and rude new rulers from Britain’s barmy past… it’s history with...
Blooming lovely festival!
12th July 2023
The countdown is on for the return of Cotswold Farm Park’s gorgeous colourful blooms at this year’s Flower Festival! Join the farm park this summer for an action-packed flower powered event and immerse yourself in a kaleidoscope of colours and fragrance as visitors walk among the wildflowers,...
Bobble Braids Parties: Primary Times reader offer!
12th July 2023
DTRH Entertainment & Events has now launched its new Bobble Braids parties (when kids can look as colourful as they like) and they are fantastically popular. For a limited time only, the company is offering a free character mascot with every Face Painting or Bobble Braids Party booked. To take...
Acres of farming food and family fun
12th July 2023
For one day only, Moreton Show 2023 returns to the heart of the North Cotswolds on Sat 2 Sep. Established for over 70 years, and welcoming more than 20,000 visitors, the show is now one of the largest one-day agricultural shows in the country. The team brings together the best of the British countryside,...
Welcome aboard Sudeley’s Animal Ark!
12th July 2023
Sudeley Castle near Winchcombe has launched a state-of-the-art attraction which aims to take visitors on an “animal odyssey” through habitats all over the world. The Animal Ark invites families to don augmented reality headsets to discover wildlife from the prehistoric era onwards, before...
You’ll never run out of things to do at Taurus Crafts!
12th July 2023
The summer holidays are fast approaching and if you are looking for a creative activity with friends and family, why not visit Taurus Crafts, an eclectic visitor centre located near Lydney? At Taurus Crafts children have the chance to express their creative side with a tailor-made activities program...
Ultimate fun
12th July 2023
Ultimate Activity Camps provide outstanding Ofsted regulated summer activity days, delivering a high level of care and welfare for 4 to 14 year olds during the school holidays. Located in Cheltenham, the camps are an excellent option for parents looking to provide their children with a fun, active and...
Gloucestershire Primary Times is in schools this week!
10th July 2023
The Summer edition of Gloucestershire Primary Times magazine is being distributed to primary schools now. It's packed with features and ideas for things to do in the holidays including a visit to the amazing new exhibition at the Museum of Gloucester, a feature on fabulous things...
Gloucester feels the Force
10th July 2023
For Star Wars fans, young and old alike, the new exhibition at Museum of Gloucester this summer is a treasure trove of memorabilia and rare collectible items from the classic movie franchise. From a galaxy far, far away, an absolute must-see for fans of Star Wars and the silver screen has arrived...