Days Out With Skiddle: The best experiences and attractions in the UK
Here are the best events and attractions at Skiddle
Last updated: 7th Aug 2024
Originally published: 6th Aug 2024
It can be hard to keep up with all the great things going on this summer and trust us with a handful of kids we know keeping the whole family entertained can sometimes feel like a mission. But don't worry as Days Out With Skiddle is here to be the middle man to keep you on track with all the best family events across the UK.
Prestwich Pride: Born To Be Wild Child
When: Saturday 10th August 2024
Where: Prestwich Conservative Club, Prestwich
Get colourful with the family this weekend as Born To BePrestwich Pride’s family event is back, bigger and better than before. Classed as Manchester's finest family event, the stars at Born To Be A Wild Child is putting on a show to entertain the little ones, with balloons, inflatables, a giant rainbow parachute dance, pin-on party games, and a huge festival-themed colouring mural. Plus all tickets go to charity so expect a wholesome day full of fun.
Tickets for Prestwich Pride: Born To Be Wild Child:
Wild Wood Reggae Summer Retreat
When: Friday 23rd - Sunday 25th August 2024
Where: Fell Foot Wood Newby Bridge, Ulverston
Head to Lancaster this summer with the family for a woodland session full of jamming. Wild Wood Reggae Retreat returns to Fell Foot Wood to reconnect with nature and the sound of undeniable beats. With wild camping and a soulful vibe, it's the perfect place to keep the peace and the vibrations high.
Tickets for Wild Wood Reggae Summer Retreat:
H&H x WPTR 90 Minute Movie Club: Trainspotting
When: Wednesday 21st August 2024
Where: Hare and Hounds Kings Heath, Birmingham
Shake up movie night with the family as Hare and Hound and Whatever Pays The Rent present a screening of Trainspotting as part of their 90-minute movie club. The highly acclaimed film will be a hit across the board shaping a new way to view films. Tickets are just £5, and if you get there early you can claim a seat accompanied by some exclusive cinema snacks.
Tickets for H&H x WPTR 90 Minute Movie Club: Trainspotting:
Kevin & Perry Go Large: Kids Rave On The Pier
When: Sunday 11th August 2024
Where: Hastings Pier, Hastings
Iconic 90s duo Kevin and Perry are hitting the decks this summer with a huge tour and on their radar this weekend is Hastings Pier. The pair will be putting on an Ibiza-themed kids' party like no other featuring all the best rave kit to get the party started. From lasers and smoke machines galore, pulling out scenes straight from the 90s 00s party scene. So go large with Kevin and Perry this weekend with the family!
Tickets for Kevin & Perry Go Large: Kids Rave On The Pier:
Baby Shark and Tails of the Seven Seas
When: Wednesday 31st July - Saturday 17th August 2024
Where: Gilded Balloon Patter Hoose, Edinburgh
Join Fiddlefox and Baby Shark as they travel around the world seeking lost friends. Explore different sounds of each culture through a multimedia format from live music, animated videos, magic and stories. For children ages 1-10 it's this is a great way to help the kids to explore their sense of adventure.
Tickets for Baby Shark and Tails of the Seven Seas:
When: Saturday 10 - Sunday 11 August, 2024
Where: All Saints Church, Hove
Wake up and smell the coffee! Get it? Brighton Coffee Festival returns in 2024 for its biggest year ever. Returning to one of the city's most iconic locations, the wonderful All Saints Church, expect a weekend full of brewed fun. Showcasing some of the UK's best brand coffee, live talks, interactive elements, and competitions.
Tickets for Brighton Coffee Festival:
When: Saturday 10th August 2024
Where: The Black Isle Showground, Muir Of Ord
Enjoy a day full of truck extravaganza this weekend with the family as TruckNess returns for 2024. The event is annually held so that the industry can come together and show off their vehicles at their best. All truck enthusiasts come together to be judged within different categories in some friendly competition. Plus it's a great chance to raise money to charity and who can say no to that?!
Tickets for TruckNess 2024:
When: Thursday 15th August 2024
Where: Sunderland Live, Houghton-le-Spring
Put some spring in your step with the family as Bound Adventure heads to Sunderland Live. Keeping the kids entertained you can always find this a perfect chance to person off some energy too! With 2 hours of unlimited inflatables and a cafe to keep your eyes on the kids while they play. It's a win for everyone
Tickets for Bounce Adventure!:
For more events and attractions from across the UK, check out our Things To Do page.
Check out our What's On Guide to discover more rowdy raves and sweaty gigs taking place over the coming weeks and months. For festivals, lifestyle events and more, head on over to our Things To Do page or be inspired by the event selections on our Inspire Me page.
Header image credit: Born To Be Wild Child / Facebook.com