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Young Fundraisers Challenge with Bath Cats and Dogs Home

August 5
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An event every day that begins at 12:00 am, repeating until 31st August 2024

Bath Cats and Dogs Home, The Avenue, Claverton Down
Bath, BA2 7AZ United Kingdom
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Encouraging children and young people to get creative and choose their own challenge or plan a bake sale, sponsored challenge or sporting event, pet portrait sale, crafts sale, no treat week or geocaching. The aim is for each individual or team to raise £150 but any amount, large or small will help to make a […]

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8:30 am

Ultimate Activity Camp at Prior Park

August 5 – 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 8:30 am on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, repeating until 23rd August 2024

Prior Park College, Ralph Allen Drive
Bath, Somerset BA2 5AH United Kingdom
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£53 – £235

Ofsted-registered activity day camp childcare for children aged 4-14 during the school holidays, where the children's welfare and fun are at the heart of all we do! Children will enjoy a fantastic range of sports, games and art activities every week led by engaging staff.

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9:00 am

Tribe Holiday Camps with Team Bath

August 5 – 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 9:00 am on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, repeating until 23rd August 2024

Team Bath Tennis Centre, Sports Training Village, University of Bath, University of Bath Sports Training Village
Bath, Somerset BA2 7AY United Kingdom
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£35

With a huge range of sports available, try something new in energetic, multi-skill movement sessions that prioritise fun and enjoyment. There’s something for everyone! All ages and abilities are welcome.

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Holiday Activities at University of Bath

August 5 – 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 9:00 am on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, repeating until 23rd August 2024

The University of Bath, Claverton Down Road
Bath, Somerset BA2 7AY United Kingdom
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£37.50

Sport-specific camps in netball, trampolining, athletics and multi-sports with qualified coaches providing a fun and progressive environment to learn new skills and attempt new activities. Further details and booking online.r

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Summer Art Camps at the Holburne

August 5 – 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 9:00 am on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, repeating until 8th August 2024

Holburne Museum, Great Pulteney Street, Bath, BA2 4DB
Bath, Somerset BA2 4DB United Kingdom
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£45

Each camp provides a fun day of creativity by experienced artists designed to explore new skills, art practices and exciting materials. All activities are inspired by objects and stories from the museum collection as well as the temporary exhibitions.

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Tennis Camps with Team Bath

August 5 – 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 9:00 am on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, repeating until 23rd August 2024

The University of Bath, Claverton Down Road
Bath, Somerset BA2 7AY United Kingdom
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£37.50

Sessions will be tailored to all abilities, developing key fundamental skills through fun games and point play – exploring hand-eye coordination, movement patterns and stroke development through technical/tactical coaching and games. The sessions will consist of drills, serving tuition and target practice, fun games, multi-sports and match play. Wear suitable sporting attire and non-marking trainers […]

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Super Camps Holiday Club at Royal High School

August 5 – 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 9:00 am on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, repeating until 23rd August 2024

The Royal High Prep school, Cranwell Park East
Bath, BA1 2UZ United Kingdom
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£51 – £255

SuperCamps Bath holiday club offering indoor and outdoor play while on camp, with access to sports facilities including sports hall, sports field and astroturf, as well as plenty of classrooms. In addition to Multi-Activity camps for children aged 4-12 years, SuperCamps will be running Specialist Courses at this venue: LegoⓇ Play and Take the Stage. […]

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Multi-activity Camp at Bath Cricket Club

August 5 – 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 9:00 am, repeating until 30th August 2024

Bath cricket club, North Parade Bridge Road
Bath, BA2 4EX United Kingdom
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£20 – £100
Bath Cricket Club

Offering a range of sports activities such as dodgeball, kick-rounders, capture the flag, infinity tag and much more. In addition, there will be some art and crafts, games and competitions, cinema club and tuck shop at breaktime. Suitable for school children in years 1(age 5) - 6(age 11). Wrap-around care available.  

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9:30 am

Summer holiday activities: Ingenious Inventions at The Tank Museum

August 5 – 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 9:30 am, repeating until 1st September 2024

Tank Museum Bovington, Dorset BH20 6JG United Kingdom + Google Map

Get involved with hands-on games and interactives, see tanks roar round the arena, and experience a tracked vehicle ride. Plus, see the tank-themed outdoor playpark for mini-tank enthusiasts.

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Summer Code Breakers at WWT Slimbridge

August 5 – 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
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An event every day that begins at 9:30 am, repeating until 1st September 2024

WWT Slimbridge, Gloucestershire GL2 7BT United Kingdom + Google Map

Become a summer code breaker and experience a unique adventure that blends fun, education, and the beauty of nature in an interactive puzzle adventure suitable for all. Discover letters hidden around the site and unscramble them to solve the secret phrase and collect a special sticker and enter a prize draw for a chance to […]

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10:00 am

The World Revealed exhibition at BRLSI

August 5 – 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until 12th October 2024

Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institute, 16-18 Queen Square
Bath, BA1 2HN United Kingdom
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Free exhibition featuring a selection of the 150,000 artefacts, specimens and books donated and cared for in our the collections of the Institute. Highlighting key people and events in the Institution’s history to demonstrate how it survived through two centuries. Some items are on show for the first time and will explore the circumstances in […]

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Bath on the Beach 2024

August 5 – 10:00 am - 10:45 pm
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An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 11th August 2024

Victoria Park, Bath, Marlborough Lane
Bath, Somerset BA1 2NQ United Kingdom
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Bath’s most chilled out Summer venue is back with a unique Caribbean beach bar located right in the centre of Bath with shaded Cabanas, picnic benches, table tennis, boules, bean bag toss, cocktails and plenty of food options.

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Monkton School Summer Rowing Camps

August 5 – 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, repeating until 9th August 2024

Saltford Boat House, Newbridge Rd
Bath, BA1 3NB United Kingdom
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£325

The camp will be split into different groups based on experience but is open to beginners as well as more advanced rowers/scullers. Each group will join activities appropriate for their skill level to maximise engagement and enjoyment, training with world class coaches and guests who have experience in coaching rowers. Children must be able to […]

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Monkton School Summer Rowing Camps

August 5 – 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, repeating until 9th August 2024

Saltford Boat House, Newbridge Rd
Bath, BA1 3NB United Kingdom
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£325

The camp will be split into different groups based on experience but is open to beginners as well as more advanced rowers/scullers. Each group will join activities appropriate for their skill level to maximise engagement and enjoyment, training with world class coaches and guests who have experience in coaching rowers. Children must be able to […]

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Fidgety Feet: Dragon Tales at Wiltshire Music Centre

August 5 – 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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One event on 6th August 2024 at 10:00 am

Wiltshire Music Centre, Ashley Road, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1DZ
Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire BA15 1DZ United Kingdom
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£3 – £7

Join Fidgety Feet for a fun-filled adventure with a poorly baby dragon and her journey to find her lost roar. A chaotic trip to the vets ensues where we meet other zodiac characters including some very cheeky monkeys, a grumpy goat and a hungry snake with puppets, props, and musical instruments to immerse yourselves in […]

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Summer Adventure Trail at American Museum

August 5 – 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 26th August 2024

American Museum In Britain, Claverton Manor
Bath, Somerset BA2 7BD United Kingdom
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Family trail on a Grimwood museum adventure. Spot as many animals as you can find, complete puzzles and build a bird’s nest from objects you discover on the trail.

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Doodle and Draw at the Holburne Museum

August 5 – 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 1st September 2024

Holburne Museum, Great Pulteney Street, Bath, BA2 4DB
Bath, Somerset BA2 4DB United Kingdom
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Explore the free children and adult museum trails through the museum to encourage doodling, drawing and creativity. .

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Doodle and Draw at the Holburne Museum

August 5 – 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 1st September 2024

Holburne Museum, Great Pulteney Street, Bath, BA2 4DB
Bath, Somerset BA2 4DB United Kingdom
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Explore the free children and adult museum trails through the museum to encourage doodling, drawing and creativity. .

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Soft Play Golf at Kingsdown Golf Club

August 5 – 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 1st September 2024

Kingsdown Golf Club, Kingsdown
Corsham, SN13 8BS United Kingdom
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For further details, please contact Dave Stockley, davecarlstockley@gmail.com

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Summer Activities at BRLSI

August 5 – 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, repeating until 30th August 2024

Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institute, 16-18 Queen Square
Bath, BA1 2HN United Kingdom
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A range of activities throughout the exhibition space and lecture rooms as well as the “Name the Jurassic Crocodile” competition. Activities include Is it Treasure? exploring artefacts using using your sense of touch to decide whether it is treasure; Darwin’s Finches: collect seeds, beetles, and worms with different tools representing different beak shapes; My Museum: […]

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We’re Going on a Bear Hunt Trail at Bristol Zoo Project

August 5 – 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 1st September 2024

Bristol Zoo Project, Blackhorse Hill
Bristol, BS10 7TP. United Kingdom
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Swish, squelch and splash your way through the 3D sensory installations in Bear Wood to find real bears at the end in this fun family trail.

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Summer of Sharks at Bristol Aquarium

August 5 – 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 1st September 2024

Bristol Aquarium, Anchor Road
Bristol, Somerset BS1 5TT United Kingdom
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As well as six different types of sharks, native to the UK and from around the world, find the lesser spotted catshark, bull huss shark, Arabian carpet shark, brownbanded bamboo shark, banded Japanese smooth hound and the Port Jackson shark amongst the thousands of aquatic creatures. Watch sharks being fed at daily talks and get […]

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Play in a Week at The Theatre Royal

August 5 – 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
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An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, repeating until 9th August 2024

Theatre Royal Bath, Saw Close
Bath, Somerset BA1 1ET United Kingdom
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£150 – £200

Work alongside a professional director, join a cast of other theatrical adventure-seekers and perform your own pay on the Egg stage. 5-7 years: 10am-1pm, 8-10 years: 1:30-4:30pm (29 July-2 August) 10-12 and 13-16 years: 10am-4pm (5-9 August)

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Henry Moore in miniature at the Holburne Museum

August 5 – 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 8th September 2024

Holburne Museum, Great Pulteney Street, Bath, BA2 4DB
Bath, Somerset BA2 4DB United Kingdom
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A survey of Moore’s sculptural output from his earliest works through to his last years, in which nothing is more than 30cm in size. The first exhibition of its kind, it will include works from every decade of Moore’s career, from the 1920s to the 1980s.

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Mr Doodle! Museum Mayhem at the Holburne Museum

August 5 – 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 1st September 2024

Holburne Museum, Great Pulteney Street, Bath, BA2 4DB
Bath, Somerset BA2 4DB United Kingdom
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The first ever UK museum exhibition of internationally renowned artist and internet sensation, Mr Doodle. Primarily characterised by black ink on a white background, his graphic style conjures up a world of quirky creatures and anthropomorphic forms, using ink pens and spray paint to weave together what he describes as “graffiti spaghetti”. The selection of  […]

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Kids’ Dig at Stonehenge

August 5 – 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 1st September 2024

Stonehenge – English Heritage, Stonehenge, Amesbury, Wiltshire SP4 7DE Wiltshire SP4 7DE United Kingdom + Google Map

Try your hand at unearthing the past in the special sandboxes and explore the Where’s My Shadow? summer quest. Artefacts from across the centuries are ready to be excavated, giving children the chance to learn more about the history of Stonehenge through the things that have been left behind.

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Interactive Nature Trail with Dorothy House Hospice

August 5 – 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 31st December 2024

Through its seasons, nature reminds us of the fragility of life and offers peace and solace from sadness and overwhelm. The interactive nature trail aims allow anyone wishing to find a wellbeing space to reflect in nature, or to find serenity in grief. Take a pause and learn more about the bio-diverse species found in the meadows, […]

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Summer Jam Lab at Music Workshop

August 5 – 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, repeating until 16th August 2024

Music Workshop, Green Park Station
Bath, BA11JB United Kingdom
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£265

Workshops for young musicians to experience working with, playing in, and performing as a band to encourage creativity and connect with local musicians of all ages who sing or play an instrument to perform and collaborate. Suitable for ages 10+ years. Drop off available from 9am.

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Let’s Play Croquet at Tyntesfield National Trust

August 5 – 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 5th August 2024

National Trust Tyntesfield, Tyntesfield House, Wraxall
Bristol, Somerset BS48 1NX United Kingdom
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Head out into the Estate to discover the many ways to play. Stop by the croquet lawn to join an iconic Victorian game set against the backdrop of the House. Free with normal admission; no booking required.

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Princess Dance Party at Wiltshire Music Centre

August 5 – 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wiltshire Music Centre, Ashley Road, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1DZ
Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire BA15 1DZ United Kingdom
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£8

Party with your favourite princesses and dance to popular fairy tales including Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, and Rapunzel. With colourful props and costume accessories provided and creative dances inspired by princess stories. Fancy dress encouraged!

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It’s All Yours at the Roman Baths

August 5 – 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 9th August 2024

Roman Baths, Stall Street
Bath, BA1 1LZ United Kingdom
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Make a mosaic book plate for your favourite book. Sessions run 10am-12:30pm and 1:30pm-4pm. Included in admission price, no need to book.

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Lego Brick Paintings Exhibition and Workshops at Bath Assembly Rooms

August 5 – 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 1st September 2024

Bath Assembly Rooms, Bennett Street
Bath, BA1 2QH
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The Tea Room will be open daily for everyone to come and visit the LEGO® brick paintings exhibition featuring 16 original paintings from two collections of artworks; ‘Architecture that Inspires’ and ‘Experience of the Countryside’ by Emily Corl of Brick Galleria. In addition, there will be play-inspired craft activities and a Duplo pit in the […]

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10:30 am

Toulouse-Lautrec at Victoria Art Gallery

August 5 – 10:30 am - 5:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 10:30 am, repeating until 29th September 2024

Victoria Art Gallery, Bridge Street
Bath, Somerset BA2 4AT United Kingdom
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Featuring around 100 posters, this blockbuster show brings bohemian Montmartre to Bath with bright colours and bold lines, Toulouse-Lautrec's striking artwork captured the essence of turn-of-the-century Parisian nightlife. Pieces include his first poster of the Moulin Rouge and the cancan dancers of La Troupe de Mademoiselle Eglantine, alongside works by other celebrated artists of the […]

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Creative Family Activities at Chippenham Museum

August 5 – 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
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An event every week that begins at 10:30 am on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until 29th August 2024

Chippenham Museum, High Street
Chippenham, Wiltshire SN153ER United Kingdom
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Get creative with activities inspired by the Maud Heath exhibition. Free drop-in family activity, no need to book.

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Children’s Pottery Workshop at The American Museum

August 5 – 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
American Museum In Britain, Claverton Manor
Bath, Somerset BA2 7BD United Kingdom
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£29

Explore the world of pottery and experience using the potter’s wheel as well as hand-building with clay. Each child can make two pottery items in an hour-long creative session with Maisie from The Touring Potter. The pottery will be fired after the workshop, and be ready to collect in 8 weeks.Sessions at 1030am, 12pm, 2pm […]

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11:00 am

The Invisible Hands of Mompesson House: Servants

August 5 – 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 11:00 am, repeating until 27th August 2024

Mompesson House, The Close
Salisbury, SP1 2EL United Kingdom
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Find out what life was like for the people who worked behind the scenes from the servants of the eighteenth century to the housekeeper and gardener in the 1950s. There will be information available in each room with details of servants' lives throughout the years, an opportunity to dress up in an apron and try […]

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Summer Activities at Melksham Library

August 5 – 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 11:00 am, repeating until 7th September 2024

Melksham Library Melksham, United Kingdom + Google Map

With board games, baby rhyme time, lego club, and toddler rhyme time sessions, as well as other fun games and activities throughout the summer. Booking essential for all special events. Please call 01225 702039 or email libraryenquiries@wiltshire.gov.uk to secure your space. Children must be accompanied by an adult (children 8 and under must never be […]

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12:00 pm

Summer Play Sessions with Bath Area Play Project

August 5 – 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 12:00 pm on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, repeating until 15th August 2024

Fun and games for the whole family in communities across Bath & North East Somerset, with support from Paulton Parish Council, Westfield Parish Council, Radstock Town Council, Keynsham Town Council and The Ludlow Trust. Suitable for ages 5-11 years.

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Summer Workshops at The Hub

August 5 – 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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One event on 22nd August 2024 at 12:00 pm

One event on 28th August 2024 at 2:00 pm

The Hub, Mulberry Way, Mulberry Park
Bath, BA2 5BU United Kingdom
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Fun workshops suitable for ages 7-11 years. Advance booking required, email enquiries@mphub.co.uk 5 and 22 August: Amazing Medical Inventions: (12-1pm) 28 August: Young Inventors (2-4pm)  

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12:30 pm

Summer Activities at Woolley Grange Hotel

August 5 – 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 12:30 pm, repeating until 8th September 2024

Woolley Grange Hotel, Woolley Green
Bradford On Avon, Wiltshire BA15 1TX United Kingdom
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Variety of activities available including planting and gardening, arts and crafts, kite workshop, games, mud kitchen, tie dye, mocktail classes, pizza making, scavenger hunt and more. Full details and schedule available online.

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1:00 pm

Barbie Dance Party at Wiltshire Music Centre

August 5 – 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Wiltshire Music Centre, Ashley Road, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1DZ
Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire BA15 1DZ United Kingdom
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£15

For all fans of Barbie! Try out dances inspired by different versions of Barbie such as Beach Barbie, Fashion Barbie and Disco Barbie. You will also learn actions set to songs from the film such as ‘Dance the Night’ and create you own dances with all pink props and do a short performance at the […]

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3:00 pm

Elite Cricket Camp at Bath Cricket Club

August 5 – 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 3:00 pm on Monday and Wednesday, repeating until 28th August 2024

Bath cricket club, North Parade Bridge Road
Bath, BA2 4EX United Kingdom
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£25

Experience to practice with coaching team who play First Class cricket, List A, State and Grade A alongside guest coaches from the Bath CC 1st XI to provide insights and advice on how to play the modern game. Places limited to 8 for each group. Suitable for ages 13+. Monday (weeks 1, 3 and 5) […]

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