Fun Family Days Out This Summer Bank Holiday

The Summer Bank Holiday is fast approaching (hooray!), so if you’re looking for something fun to do with the kids, look no further! Here are four family days out and short getaway ideas to keep everyone entertained.

1. Fun Family Days Out: Go Ape - Leeds, Temple Newsam

I may be being a little biased, but Go Ape is one of the best family days out! As long as your kids are over 1-meter-tall, you can spend the day climbing and zip-wiring through the trees.

The Adventure course is perfect for little explorers, while the Challenge and Treetop Adventure+ are ideal for older and stronger teens. They’ll enjoy zip-wiring from tree to tree, taking on the Tarzan Swing and braving the free-falling Plummet. It’s such a fun and thrilling afternoon (and don’t worry, you’re continuously and safely attached!).

• Address: Stable Courtyard, Temple Newsam Estate, Leeds, LS15 0AD.
• Opening Hours: 10am to 4pm.
• Price: £18 to £33. If you prebook using code ADVANCED, you could get up to 20% off an early booking.
• Practical Information: There is a picnic and play area, as well as a tea room. Parking is free.

If you like the sound of this but Leeds is awkward to get to, check out all the others Go Ape’s in the UK here.

2. A Quick Getaway: Loch Ness – Scotland

If you fancy a weekend getaway, then Loch Ness in Scotland is a great choice!

Besides the thrill of trying to spot Nessie herself, there are loads of things to do in Loch Ness. You can visit the ruins of Urquhart Castle, one of Scotland’s largest fortification that dates back to the 12^th century. You can also explore Fort Augustus or go for a walk in the Glen Roy National Nature Reserve.

• Getting There By Train: Inverness is the closest train station to Loch Ness. This can be reached via connecting trains. You can check out your options here.
• Flying There: Inverness Airport is just 21 miles from Loch Ness. There are many direct, roughly two-hours flights to Inverness from Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Heathrow, Luton, Gatwick and Manchester. Find out more here.

3. Creative Activities For Your Family Days Out: Family Festival – London, Buckingham Palace

This annual Family Festival is perfect for the whole family.

You can head to the Family Pavilion and inspire your daughters by learning more about all the female inventors and scientists from Queen Victoria’s era.

Alternatively, you can visit the Royal Mews to get creative. Here you can experiment with everything from watercolour painting and photography, to making a hobby horse. Or, in The Queen’s Gallery, you can learn how to sketch like Leonardo da Vinci using red chalk and charcoal. There are loads of activities to suit all ages and personalities!

• Address: Buckingham Palace, Westminster, London SW1A 1AA.
• Date and opening hours: 24^th-26^th of August, 11am to 3pm.
• Price: Standard admission prices apply. £25 for adults, £14 for under 17s, £22.50 for over 60 and students.

4. A Weekend Of Camping: Just So Festival – Cheshire, Rode Hall