Lichfield has so much going on during the summer holidays, there’s no chance you’ll be stuck for something to do:
Record Breaker's Trail - Saturday 18th July, 10:00am until 5:00pm
Follow the trail, try some records and solve the anagram to be entered into the prize draw. Go to the Ranger Station in Beacon Park to buy your trail.
Wacky Sporting World Records on Saturday 25th July, 12:00pm until 3:00pm
Have a go at some wacky sporting world records. Who can limbo the lowest, juggle with the most balls and hula hoop the longest? Drop in to Museum Gardens between 12-3pm.
WW1 Discovery Day and Trench Weekly Tour - Monday 20th July to 31st August, 11:00am until 3:00pm
A great way to find out what life was like for soldiers in the Great War. Click here to find out more.
Bug Hunt - Wednesday 22nd July
Children are invited to search for creepy crawlies. The sessions are running from 10am to 11am, 11.30am to 12.30pm and 1pm to 2pm. They cost £1 a session and need to be booked in advance by calling 01543 308869
Green Gym - Wednesday 22nd July, 10:00am until 11:00am
Enjoy a 1 hour circuit session using fixed machines and additional fitness equipment run by a qualified instructor. FREE ages 11-25 - £1.00 for over 25s
Summer Reading Challenge - Sugarcraft Cake Toppers - Thursday 23rd July, 2:30pm until 3:30pm
Join Jane from Cakes for Occasions to make your own animals and people to take home with you. For ages 7 year +
Tuesday 28th July, 1:00pm until 3:00pm
Phat Magic Shows & Workshops - All ages welcome - A mega magic show
Holiday Playtime with Lisa – weekly on Fridays from Friday 24th July 2015 to August 28th, 10am to 10:45am
Fun and exploration around the world with music, dance, puppets and parachutes for ages 1-4.
Bear Making Workshop - Thursday 30th July, 10:00am until 11:30am
Make an 8" teddy bear to take home - decorate a bear biscuit - and listen to bear stories - suitable for ages 5-9.
Chasewater taster ride - Sunday 26th July, 11:00am until 5:00pm
Chasewater Taster Ride 6 miles/level 2 – meet at Burntwood Library at 11am
Pongo's Party - Sunday 19th July, 11:00am until 12:30pm
With a colourful farmyard and host of loveable puppet characters, PONGO'S PARTY is a family show particularly suitable for 3 – 7 year olds. (with the voice of Justin Fletcher).
Summer Activity Camp – Monday 20th July to Friday 4th September
Taking place in two venues this summer you can be assured that your children are getting the best out of their summer this year! You can use the Lichfield venue or choose the Walmley one whichever suits you. Cost is £14 per child per day.
Bookworms United! Saturday 18th July
Read, explore and enjoy popular titles in our Fortnightly book and activity club for 7-10 year olds. New Bookworms always very welcome!
£4 per session including books and refreshments, discounts for family groups.
Summer Fun at Sam’s House Every Thursday in August, 10.30am – 1.00pm (6, 13, 20, 27)
Drop-in arts and crafts fun throughout the holiday. A different activity every week.
£2, just drop-in!
Wacky Wednesdays in August, 11:30am to 1pm and 2pm to 3:30pm (Aug 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th)
Themed summer craft workshops for children aged 5 to 12 years.
Check out Wildlife Wednesdays at The National Arboretum 22nd July to 2nd September:
Price: Bug Explorer Back Packs - £7.50 including a £5 refundable deposit. A donation of £1 per child is suggested for wildlife craft activities.
Other activities at The National Arboretum include:
Bug Explorer Backpacks
With a specially-design backpacks, children can explore the vast grounds of the Arboretum and examine the many varieties of mini beasts who call it home.
All Day Pond Dipping
Bring your own net and bucket to the Arboretum to discover some of the creatures who live in our new wildlife pond.
All Day Den Building
Children can try their hands at old fashioned den building on Wildlife Wednesdays. All den building materials will be provided.
For an exciting and challenging day out, Midland Karting offers Junior Karting, Junior Races and Kids Activity Packages. Visit their website to find out more!
Lichfield Leisure Centres have a rolling programme of events throughout the summer including:
