{"id":3719,"date":"2021-08-01T11:04:00","date_gmt":"2021-08-01T11:04:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/uncategorized\/august-events-things-to-do"},"modified":"2023-02-06T14:35:31","modified_gmt":"2023-02-06T14:35:31","slug":"august-events-things-to-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/things-to-do\/august-events-things-to-do","title":{"rendered":"August Events And Things To Do"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hello August! While we may still feel like we’re in May, the calendars aren’t lying and it is well and truly August! And this can only mean one thing… The summer holidays! Whether you’re heading off on a staycation or looking for fantastic days out near you, we’ve got a list of over 15 great things to do this August, from meeting adorable baby monkeys to brand new theme park rides, there’s something fro everyone!<\/p>\n

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  1. Treetop Adventure Golf, various locations
    \n<\/b>Get ready to tee off this summer in a fantastic tropical paradise at Treetop Adventure Golf! With locations in Birmingham<\/a>, Manchester,<\/a> Leicester<\/a> and Cardiff,<\/a> gather up your adventurers and get ready for an adventure in the jungle. From singing frogs to talking toucans, it\u2019s an immersive journey into a tropical jungle, complete with spectacular lights and even rumbling thunder\u2026.
    \nYou\u2019ll get to take on two fantastic 18-hole mini golf courses as you tee off, and once you\u2019ve putted your way around, put your skills to the test on the legendary 19th hole!\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0     \u00a0 Visit the website now<\/a><\/p>\n

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  2. Paultons Family Theme Park, Hampshire
    \n<\/b>Head down to     Paultons Family Theme Park<\/a> and meet everyone’s favourite pink and plucky pig, Peppa Pig! Explore the home of Peppa Pig and discover plenty of fantastic family friendly rides, plus the opportunity to meet your favourite characters! This August, explore the brand new world of Tornado Springs, complete with 8 fantastic new rides and attractions set in a midwestern desert resort town in America in the 1950\u2019s.
    \nRide the thrilling new roller coaster StormChaser, hop in an open top streetcar at Al\u2019s Auto Academy, and zoom down the white waters of Buffalo Falls, plus plenty more!\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0    \u00a0 \u00a0 Visit the website now<\/a><\/p>\n

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  3. Trentham Monkey Forest, Staffordshire
    \n<\/b>Release your inner monkey at     Trentham Monkey Forest <\/a>in Staffordshire, a fantastic place where you can walk with monkeys! Home to 150 free-range Barbary Macaques, you\u2019ll get to stroll along the \u00be mile long pathway and have the incredible opportunity to see the monkeys living freely as they would in the wild.
    \nMeet the new arrivals and see if you can spot 1 of 5 adorable new baby monkeys clinging to their Mums, plus release your inner monkey at the brand new adventure play area!\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0     \u00a0Visit the website now<\/a><\/li>\n
  4. I\u2019m a Celebrity…Jungle Challenge, Manchester
    \n<\/b>Step into the Jungle at the brand new     I\u2019m a Celebrity…Jungle Challenge<\/a> in Manchester! Take part in a series of tasks and trials as you collect stars, including clambering up a giant climbing wall, making your way across tree top ropes, and even venturing on a mini roller coaster too!<\/li>\n
  5. Churt Valley Sculpture Park, Surrey
    \n<\/strong>Get ready for an exciting day of exploration at Churt Valley Sculpture Park and head off on an exciting journey where you’ll find plenty of fantastic sculptures waiting for you! From adorable animal sculptures to exciting bronze or steel sculptures, you just ever know what you’ll find hidden here… <\/li>\n
  6. Monopoly Lifesized, London<\/b>
    \nTake family games night to the next level at     Monopoly Lifesized<\/a> this summer for the chance to step onto the iconic board in real life! Roll the dice and journey around the board completing mini challenges and earning as much money as possible, just try to stay out of jail!<\/li>\n
  7. Writtle Sunflowers, Essex
    \n<\/strong>What could be more summery than wondering through fields of bright yellow sunflowers? Plus, at     Writtle Sunflowers<\/a>, if you bring along your own scissors, you could even take a piece of that sunshine home with you in the form of some freshly picked sunflowers!<\/li>\n
  8. Go for a walk with an alpaca, Wales
    \n<\/strong>Take your family summer walk to the next level with     Alpaca My Boots <\/a>and head off on an exciting walk leading your own alpaca! Stroll through the beautiful Brecon Beacon National Park right next to an adorable alpaca, plus you’ll even get to give your fluffy friend a little snack too!<\/li>\n
  9. Go Ape, national
    \n<\/b>Take to the treetop this summer and enjoy an adventure at Go Ape! With exciting treetop crossings, thrilling zip wires, and even giant bouncy nets high up in the sky, there\u2019s all sorts of fantastic adventures to be had at Go Ape over the summer holidays.<\/li>\n
  10. Treasure Trails, national
    \n<\/b>Going on a UK Staycation this August? Explore a new area with a downloadable Treasure Trails map and go on an adventure as you solve a series of clues and puzzles to find the treasure. It’s a great way to explore a new holiday area, get some fresh summer air, and you’ll get to see the sights too!
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  11. Adventure Cove at Drayton Manor Theme Park, Staffordshire <\/b>
    \nGet ready to make a splash this summer at the all new Adventure Cove at     Drayton Manor Theme Park<\/a>! Step into a vibrant and colourful nautical themed zone with new rides and attractions, including soaring around on the brand new Wave Swinger!<\/li>\n
  12. Visit the beach
    \n<\/b>Nothing quite says August like a trip to the beach, and if you\u2019re looking for suggestions, we\u2019ve got a list of the best     20 beaches<\/a> to visit in the UK, so pack up your bucket and spade and get going, just don\u2019t forget the sunscreen!<\/li>\n
  13. Dino Kingdom, Greater Manchester
    \n<\/b>Get ready for a Jurassic adventure at the fantastic     Dino Kingdom<\/a> in Manchester, full of incredible giant dinosaur sculptures, plenty of fantastic family fun, and even incredible fun fair rides!<\/li>\n
  14. Meet the elephant sculptures, Green Park London
    \n<\/b>Meet a herd of elephants in     Green Park<\/a> in London this summer! These gorgeous wooden elephants were carved out by communities in Tamil Nadu and each life sized sculpture resembles a real life elephant too.<\/li>\n
  15. Spectacular Summer\u00a0 at English Heritage, nation wide
    \n<\/b>Get ready for the Spectacular Summer at English Heritage sites near you this August! With plenty of fantastic events going on, from Knights and Jousts to the Kids\u2019 Dig at Stonehenge, it’s the perfect day out for any history buffs no matter the age.<\/li>\n
  16. Brand new red panda exhibit at West Midland Safari Park, Worcestershire
    \n<\/b>The adorable furry little residents at     West Midland Safari Park<\/a> have been given an exciting new home and it\u2019s opened just in time for the summer holidays! Meet the bushy tailed red pandas in their brand new home, plus don\u2019t forget the brand new Red Panda Lodges have just opened too!<\/li>\n
  17. Bristol Balloon Fiesta Fortnight, Somerset<\/b>
    \n2nd – 15th August 2022<\/i>
    \nWhilst it might not be back to usual for the Bristol Balloon Fiesta quite yet, if you\u2019re living in the local area you\u2019ll still get to see hundreds of fantastic hot air balloons take to the sky! Taking off from a variety of parks, public spaces and streets, you\u2019ll get to see the spectacular sight from your garden or local park this year, plus keep your eyes out for the special Stuart the Minion balloon!<\/li>\n
  18. Zog cinema at Warwick Castle, Warwickshire
    \n<\/b>See your favourite little dragon on the big screen at     Warwick Castle<\/a> this summer and join in with daytime screenings of the Emmy Award winning animation. Running throughout the summer holidays until the 5th September, it\u2019s the perfect day out for the whole family.<\/li>\n
  19. Paddington The Story of a Bear at The British Library, London <\/b>
    \nTake a trip to the iconic British Library and discover the story behind your favourite bear with the exciting new exhibit Paddionton, The Story of a Bear and set off on a brand new adventure around     The British Library<\/a>.<\/li>\n
  20. Totally Roarsome, Midlands, North West and North East<\/strong>
    \nFancy going on an adventure? Discover     Totally Roarsome<\/a>, a fantastic series of sculpture trails across the Midlands, North West and North East, with exciting themed zones to explore! From meeting gigantic dinosaurs to exploring an underwater world, along with superheroes, pirates and even unicorns, there’s something for everyone!Looking for more summer holiday ideas? Check out some of our other blogs for the best summer inspiration:<\/p>\n

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