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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Hello! .....and a warm welcome to our Summer issue. Check out our WOW pages to discover great events and activities taking place over the long summer months. The summer holidays are the perfect chance for children to learn new skills, take a look at our Summer Skills for Life article on page 15 offering simple ideas to try at home, on days out or when you're away. We speak to Michelin starred chef Tom Kerridge about Summer flavours, seasonal ingredients and simple ways to build cooking skills at home. It's that time again to wish all those boys and girls moving up to senior school all the very best. Have a fantastic summer break, and we look forward to seeing you back in the Autumn. Bye for now. Paul and the team!
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Barnsley’s Big Weekend
-12th July 2026
Venue: Barnsley Town Centre
Address: Barnsley
11th – 12th July Barnsley’s Big Weekend Barnsley Town Centre GET READY FOR BARNSLEY’S BIG WEEKEND 2026 Barnsley’s Big Weekend returns to the town centre in July with...
Bradford By The Sea
-27th August 2026
Venue: City Park Bradford
Address: Bradford
17th - 27th August Bradford By The Sea City Park Bradford This Summer we have a great FREE event for all the family. Come down to City Park between 17th - 27th August and enjoy free...
Breeze in the Park
-30th August 2026
Venue: Leeds Parks
Address: Leeds
July & August – in parks across Leeds Breeze in the Park www.breezeleeds.org Each year, get caught up in sun, fun, chills and thrills with, our interactive play system, arts zone, fun...
Curtains Up! Outdoor Play
-6th September 2026
Venue: Harewood House
Address: Leeds
18 Jul – 6 Sep 2026 Curtains Up! Outdoor Play Harewood House www.harewood.org Step into a world of imagination at Harewood, where the lake becomes your backdrop and...
Family Workshops
-31st August 2026
Venue: The Hepworth
Address: Wakefield
Family Workshops The Hepworth www.hepworthwakefield.org Join us on weekends and during the Wakefield school holidays to enjoy a day out at The Hepworth Wakefield and get creative as a family while...
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