As Summer 2019 officially draws to a close, attempting to squeeze in as many fun-filled family activities that aren't going to break the bank as we possibly can is top on our priority list.
Whether your kids are off for a couple more days or weeks, making the most of the end of the summer holidays has never been easier with Kidadl. Forget those back to school blues and check out a whole host of roasting hot deals down below, only available until Monday 2nd September!
Put your money away and make some memories before the holidays are over.
1. Catch The Worst Witch at the Vaudeville Theatre before it flies off
Who remembers Jill Murphy’s iconic books as a child? Or perhaps the new CBBC adaptation is more your thing? Whatever takes your fancy, enjoy 2 for 1 tickets for The Worst Witch at the Vaudeville Theatre this summer. Follow Mildred Hubble as she finds herself attending a school for witches and going on magical adventures.
2. Don your dancing shoes with Raver Tots
Who said rave parties are just for adults? With Raver Tots, the dance floor is anybody's.
Whether you like to dab or floss, come and show off your moves at one of the UK’s biggest family rave events from £6 with Kidadl’s 40% discount. Expect face painting, bubble blasters, balloons and of course a huge dance floor where you can let it loose with your tots. Grab your glow sticks and rave on down!
3. Putt your skills to the test at Plonk Crazy Golf
Tee off your summer holidays with Plonk Crazy Golf for as little as £3.50 with Kidadl’s 50% off discount. Whether you think you're the next Tiger Woods or you've never so much as touched a golf club before, Plonk is the perfect family day out.
Whether it's Camden Market, London Fields, Islington or the Horniman Museum, every location is a whole new ball game with amazing features that will have you and your mini golfers bursting with excitement.
4. Soar over to the De Havilland Museum
Calling all pilots aged two and above! Come face to face with iconic planes, sit in the cockpit, get suited and booted in pilot uniform and more at the awesome De Havilland Aircraft Museum.
And with Kidadl’s exclusive summer offer, up to three mini pilots can go free per one paying adult, so you’d be plane silly to miss this!
5. Make some noise with London African Drumming
Jam to the beats of London African Drumming this summer. If your mini musicians are dotty about drumming, mad about music and just love to make some noise - this immersive, hands-on workshop is for you! Bring the whole family and get drumming with an exclusive 40% off family tickets with Kidadl!
6. Prepare to be bowled over at KIA Oval
Celebrate England’s epic win by booking onto a Kia Oval Ground Tour and giving your young cricketers the chance to take a tour of the grounds. Check out the playing field, commentary boxes, Members Pavilion and more. With Kidadl you can save 33% on family tickets - we’re all champions now!
7. Play all day at The Nurture Barn
Head to The Nurture Barn for a day of play and wonder. With a wooden climbing frame, baby den and garden for mini explorers, your tiniest tots will never get bored.
Plus, the venue's cafe sells incredible healthy food that both kids and grown-ups will love. Throughout the summer Kidadlers can make the most of 40% off an unlimited pass, meaning you pay less for more fun!
8. It’s all kicking off at Wembley Stadium
Hello Wembley! Ever wanted to peek inside the England dressing rooms or walk through the legendary Players’ Tunnel? Now you can - this summer only, head to Wembley Stadium and save 50% on adult tickets for this behind-the-scenes, award-winning tour. Relive some of England’s greatest moments and follow in the footsteps of legends.
9. Fly through the sky with Flying Pig Helicopters
Head for heights, anyone? Take your mini pilots on a day out they’ll remember forever with Flying Pig Helicopters and fly high above London’s Olympic skyline in a private helicopter! Whether you’re up front or in the back - witness London’s legendary sights up close and personal. Plus, get a free remote control helicopter worth £22 with Kidadl!
10. Get some grub and walk the streets of London with a Jack the Ripper walking tour
Get spooked for 1/3 of the price with Kidadl on the Jack the Ripper tour of London with a fish and chips pit stop. Budding historians and spooky story fanatics alike will revel in this opportunity to travel back to the Victorian era and walk in the blood-soaked footsteps of the infamous murderer.
And if murderers aren’t entirely your thing, scoff some traditional fish and chips at Happy Days and call it a day!
11. Slide into the end of the summer with Hullabaloo Soft Play
At the Sherriff Centre, wriggle through the exciting play frame, spy on parents in the café via the hideout, have races down the rainbow slide and so much more, all for half the price with Kidadl's two-for-one offer!
Complete with ball pits galore, an abundance of cuddly toys, interactive puzzles and games, all at a safe distance from the older kids but close enough to be seen by parents watching on - there’s no reason not to head to Hullabaloo Soft Play.
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As a passionate Londoner, Ellie enjoys exploring the city's theaters and food markets with her younger siblings. She has a Bachelor's degree in English from the University of Nottingham. She's particularly fond of Primrose Hill and the Natural History Museum, as well as the constantly changing Spitalfields Market. In addition to her love of theater, Ellie also enjoys trying new foods and dabbling in musical theater.
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