What can I do with the kids this weekend in Kent?
Are you looking for inspiration for family events?
Then let My Kent Family come to the rescue. Every week we search the county for some great ideas to keep you entertained.
Discover Animals
@ Wildwood, near Herne Bay
All weekend and all year round
With over 40 acres of ancient woodland and a huge variety of animals, there's lots to see and do at Wildwood. Get up close and encounter wildlife like brown bears, beavers, otters, deer, wild cats, otter, snakes and lizards. At the moment Wildwood has a special deal where you can get an unlimited access to the park for a month for just £3.50 per person or £7 for a family.
More details here
Gruffalo
@ Kent Life, Maidstone
Sunday, July 31
A summer of family fun is now up and running at Kent Life. The attraction just off the M20, near Maidstone, is open daily, but special events include a chance to meet the Gruffalo and hear his story on Sunday, July 31. Other dates to look out for in the coming weeks include the kent Life’s first ice cream festival on August Bank Holiday Monday. For events, prices and times, call 01622 763936 or visit kentlife.org.uk
Details on Kent Life's website
Betteshanger Bouncing
@ Saturday, July 30
Jump, crawl and slide through the giant inflatable obstacle course at Betteshanger Country Park, near Deal. All you need to do to win is beat the clock and complete the course. The fastest through will win an annual membership to the park. Toddler bounce is also available for those with littler legs.
More details here
Maize Maze
@ Haguelands Village
Get lost in the maize maze this weekend with nearly four miles of path to find your way around. There's so much to do at Haguelands - have a go on the assault course, play on the climbing pyramid, giant jenga and giant snakes and ladders. You can also drive pedal go-karts and check out the vintage amusements.
For more info head to their website
Mud Tug and Street Parade
@ Whitstable Oyster Festival, Long Beach
Saturday, July 30
The annual Oyster Festival brings around 80,000 people to Whitstable Harbour and this is its last weekend until next year. This two-weekend festival is full of live performances, music, food and arts and crafts for all. You'll also get to watch the street parade, oyster eating challenge, a crabbing competition and the eagerly anticipated muddy tug-of-war battle.
For the full line up of events visit the website here
Star Wars: The Force Awakens
@ Leeds Castle, Maidstone
Friday, July 29
From a galaxy far, far away, the most successful film of all time comes to Leeds Castle for a truly unforgettable night of cinema under the stars. With director JJ Abrams at the helm, the Star Wars franchise has been taken to new stratospheric levels of critical and box office success. The film starts at 9.30pm and is suitable for ages 12 and above.
Click here to book tickets
Summer Forest School
@ Bedgebury Pinetum, near Goudhurst
Friday, July 29
School's out for summer and it's time to get outdoors! Bedgebury Pinetum invites the kids along every Tuesday and Friday to its summer school where activities include setting up a camp, building dens and learning how to cook in the wild. Suitable for ages seven to 12-year-olds.
Book a place here