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There’s a jam-packed calendar of events and activities available in Notts to help keep kids entertained this summer. Nottinghamshire County Council has identified some top boredom busters taking place across the county.

From holiday adventure clubs, summer reading challenge, superhero trails and princess meet and greets, there is something for every age to get involved with and enjoy, and it doesn’t have to cost the earth.

For outdoor adventurers, the county parks, green spaces, and public footpaths offer thousands of acres of opportunities. Whether it’s an off-road cycling adventure, den building, hiding painted rocks or flying a kite, there’s a whole county just waiting to be explored.  To find a walking and cycling route or local green space visit the county council’s website at www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/walking 

The holidays are a perfect time to take advantage of the Government’s £2 bus fare cap and get around the county for less. A single bus journey will cost no more than £2 until 31 October 2023. So, get ready to #ExploreNotts and plan a great day out.

Councillor John Cottee, Cabinet Member for Communities at Nottinghamshire County Council, said: “Across Nottinghamshire there are plenty of fun activities taking place throughout the summer holidays.

“From exploring our wonderful parks and green spaces, a visit to one of our libraries, trying out the holiday clubs or an adventurous day at Holme Pierrepoint Country Park, there are many adventures to be had.

“Not forgetting celebrating Nottinghamshire Day; come and join us on Saturday 26 August to celebrate all things Nottinghamshire at the Robin Hood Festival at Sherwood Forest. The Sherwood Outlaws will be performing their new all-action arena show ‘Battle for the Greenwood’!

“Share your adventures with us on social media by using the hashtag #ExploreNotts. We can’t wait to see what everyone gets up to during the school holidays.”

To find out more about events happening across Nottinghamshire visit our What’s On page  Top picks! | Nottinghamshire County Council

Featured events for the summer include:

Summer Reading Challenge 2023

All Inspire Libraries 
Saturday 8 July – Sunday 3 September 
FREE 

Ready, Set, Read!  

By reading six library books of their choice, children will help the Ready, Set, Read! team (and their animal mascots) weave through a summer obstacle course. 

Superhero Trail

Rufford Abbey Country Park
Saturday 22 July - Sunday 3 September
£2.50

Rufford has been inundated with super villains and they need your help to defeat them! 

Have A Go Archery

Sherwood Forest

Various dates in August

£4 for 6 arrows

Try your hand at the noble Medieval skill of archery in the shadow of the Major Oak.

The Mill Adventure Base Holiday Club

Weeks commencing 7, 14 and 21 August

£32 per day, bookable in weekly slots

Adventurers will enjoy at least three fun activities each day, ranging from high ropes, canoeing, zip wire and many more. There is the opportunity to develop and build on new skills as the week progresses.

Wild Families! Camping Crafts

Tuesday 15th August 2023
10.30am to 12pm or 2pm to 3.30pm
£8.50 per child, sibling discount available. 

Den building with tents and tarps, knot tying, rope games and tent tales in The Meadow Yurt and Little Woodland, at The Mill Adventure Base, Kings Mill Reservoir. Best for families with children aged 1-8.

Notts Day Festival – Sherwood Forest

Saturday 26 August 2022

10am – 4pm

Free

Local parking charges apply

On the day there will be a host of interactive events and activities including storytelling, guided walks, medieval musicians, quizzes, archery, and axe throwing, and more!

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