IMAGES: HARVEY MILLS PHOTOGRAPHY; JANE COLTMAN; ASHLEY COOMBES; WEST END STAGE
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AGES 8-12 West End Stage Summer School WHEN: 5-11, 12-18 or 19-25 August 2024 WHERE: Covent Garden, London WHAT: Drama, dancing and singing masterclasses from the pros, and tickets to thrilling West End theatre shows — as well as a chance to perform at the 1,200-seat His Majesty’s Theatre in Haymarket — are the highlights of these week-long summer schools. West End actors and choreographers are the tutors, and the kids will come away with a certificate and a T-shirt, as well as skills and memories to last a lifetime. HOW: The course plus seven nights’ accommodation costs £1,345 per person (£695 without accommodation).
westendstage.com
Bath Children’s Literature Festival WHEN: September/October 2024 (exact dates TBC) WHERE: Bath, Somerset WHAT: Kids can jump into their favourite tales and meet best-selling authors and illustrators at this book bonanza. Alongside storytelling sessions and film screenings, children can practise their wordsmithery at writing workshops and illustrate their own comic heroes, villains and monsters. In 2023, Lenny Henry, Cressida Cowell, Dermot O’Leary and Katherine Rundell met fans and gave readings, and there were events focusing on themes such as nature and mystery. HOW: Tickets are sold for specific events and vary in price.
bathfestivals.org.uk
Night Sky Live WHEN: Monthly, throughout the year WHERE: Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium, Hampshire WHAT: Kids can indulge their interest in space at Winchester’s stellar planetarium. At the Night Sky Live event, they hear about the stars and learn to identify planets and constellations. Afterwards, they head outside to explore the sky above South Downs National Park (an International Dark Sky Place) with a stargazing guide. HOW: Tickets cost £15 and include a planetarium show, visits to science exhibitions, an expert-led outdoor session and a stargazing guide to take home.
winchestersciencecentre.org
Outer Reef Adventure Activity Weekend WHEN: Year-round WHERE: Pembrokeshire, south-west Wales WHAT: Amid the UK’s only national park designated for its coastline, Pembrokeshire’s reef breaks draw surfers from all over the country. This corner of Wales is excellent for beginners too, as gentler waves make training more accessible. On Outer Reef’s adventure weekends, kids can learn to surf and paddleboard like pros. Training is fully supervised — and, for the adventurous, there are thrilling trips out to sea. HOW: From £160. All specialist equipment is included; accommodation and meals are not.
outerreefsurfschool.com
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AGES 13-18
Teen Research Expedition WHEN: 27 July to 2 August 2024 WHERE: Hebrides, Scotland WHAT: Budding environmentalists aged 16-17 can join the Hebridean Whale & Dolphin Trust on this seven-day expedition in the Southern Hebrides. Garnering industry-recognised marine biology and conservation skills, they’ll learn from leaders in the field. Wild and remote Scottish isles are visited en route, including Mull, Islay, Jura and Tiree. There’s plenty of time to catch sight of rare marine wildlife and to make lifelong friendships. HOW: A spot on the expedition costs £1,450 per person and includes transfers, meals, accommodation and specialist kit.
hwdt.org
Adventure Summer Camp WHEN: Various, from July 2024 WHERE: Conwy, North Wales WHAT: Orienteering, coasteering, kayaking, hiking and rock climbing are on offer for 12 to 17-year-olds at this five-day camp. Hosted by the National Outdoor Centre and guided by experienced instructors, the camp’s adventures make the most of the craggy terrain in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park. HOW: £749 (or £469 non-residential). No previous experience is required, with easier and more challenging routes available to cater to mixed abilities. Bunkhouse accommodation with wi-fi, and specialist equipment are included.
pyb.co.uk
Co-op Live Arena WHEN: From April 2024 WHERE: Etihad Campus, Manchester WHAT: Concerts from Olivia Rodrigo (3-4 May), the Jonas Brothers (17 June) and former One Directioner Niall Horan (27 August) are among the first attractions at Manchester’s new, music-focused indoor arena. Set to open in April 2024, it prioritises sound quality and innovative audiovisual experiences, with capacity for 23,500 people. HOW: Concert tickets can be booked online. Co-op members receive first dibs and discounts. The venue is wheelchair-accessible and has assisted hearing technology. Under-14s must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
cooplive.com
Forest Live WHEN: June 2024; dates TBC WHERE: Cannock Chase, Staffordshire; Delamere Forest, Cheshire; Thetford Forest, Suffolk; The National Arboretum, Gloucestershire WHAT: A small but perfectly formed area of outstanding natural beauty, Cannock Chase is among the venues for these woodland-based music festivals. The 2023 lineup included Jack Savoretti, and 2024’s stars will be announced in the spring. Ecologists ensure wildlife disturbance is minimised, while profits support the forests’ sustainability. HOW: Day tickets from £44.50. No overnight camping allowed. Under-16s must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
forestryengland.uk
Clockwise from top left: The night sky above Winchester Planetarium; hands- on learning at the Rockpool Project; Lilidorei Play Village at Alnwick Garden; West End Stage performance
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