Outdoor cinema and ice-skating among free activities available across Peterborough this summer
With schools across the city set to break up shortly, many parents will already be considering how best to keep the family entertained over the summer holidays.
And with money still tight for many, finding fun things to do on a budget can be more of a challenge than it may initially seem.
Thankfully, Peterborough Family Hubs are laying on a range of events and activities this summer that will appeal to all budgets – as they’re FREE!
That’s right, Peterborough City Council are once again offering a Summer of Free Family Fun, which they describe as a ‘packed programme of activities designed to help families spend quality time together, try something new, and make lasting memories.’
The events will run throughout July and August and are completely free. Moreover, booking is not necessary for all activities, meaning anyone who fancies a spot of spontaneous fun can just turn up on the day.
Full details
Circus Fun
Watch exciting circus performers and try your hand at a range of circus skills:
Thursday, July 23, Bretton Rugby Club, PE3 8DG, 10am to 12pm; 1pm to 3pm.
Thursday, August 20, Woodfield Park (Charteris Centre), PE1 4XE, 10am to 12pm; 1pm–3pm (SEND families-only session in the afternoon)
Animal Encounters
Get up close and personal with a range of rare and exotic animals from around the world:
Monday, July 27, Honeyhill Family Hub, PE4 7DR, 10am to 12pm; 1pm to 3pm
Ice Skating
Cool off this summer with a free session at the ice rink! Turn up at any time between 10am and 4pm for a free one-hour session:
Wednesday, July 29, 10am to 4pm Planet Ice, PE3 8YN
Wednesday, August 12, 10am to 4pm Planet Ice, PE3 8YN
Forest Week
Explore nature and enjoy sensory outdoor activities, a perfect summer day out with little ones:
Tuesday, August 4 (bring a picnic), 11am to 1pm, John Clare Cottage, PE6 7ED
Wednesday, August 5 (free lunch available), 11am to 2pm, The Green Backyard, PE2 8AT
Thursday, August 6 (drop in at any time and feel free to bring a picnic), 11am to 2pm, Ferry Meadows, PE2 5UU
Outdoor Cinema
Enjoy a family film together in the beautiful setting of Westraven Community Garden:
Friday, August 14, 10am to 3pm, Westraven Community Garden, PE3 7LX
Hoppers (U) at 10am
Encanto (U) at 1pm
Family Festival
A day of fun games, activities, food and music for the whole family to wrap up the summer holidays:
Thursday, August 27, 10am to 2pm, Athletics Track, PE1 5BW
More information is available by email from [email protected]