Hello Summer!
The school summer holidays are finally upon us!! Six whole weeks to keep the kids busy can be tricky and we know how quickly the costs can add up! That’s why we’ve put together this guide to free activities and days out across the UK. From outdoor adventures to creative fun, there’s something for everyone – and it won’t cost you a thing.
We’ll be updating this page regularly as we discover more, so be sure to check back often. And if you’ve found any brilliant freebies we’ve missed, we’d love for you to share them too!
Nationwide - August 2025
Build a LEGO® Gum Gum fruit and take it home with you for free! The set will be available completely at selected LEGO stores in August, times vary from store to store. These can't be purchased so a must for all Lego fans!
Pixar’s Lightning McQueen makes a pit stop near you
Smyths Toys - Selected Stores
Get ready for some intergalactic fun this May Half Term at Smyths Toys! Join them in-store on Saturday, 24th May from 9AM for a magical Disney’s Stitch-themed event. Every superstore will be giving away FREE Stitch plush keychains (while stocks last), and you can enjoy face painting and explore the brand-new Stitch & Angel products now in-store. Don’t miss your chance to meet the mischievous charm of Stitch—perfect for kids and Disney fans alike!
For More Info see their website
FREE Custom LEGO® One Piece Wanted Photo And Poster!
Get ready, Shellheads – TURTLE POWER is rolling into town, and I had to put in my word for this one! The iconic Shellraiser truck from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is hitting the road this May, bringing epic games, fun giveaways, and two of our favourite heroes in a half shell – Donatello and Leonardo! Catch them at selected Smyths Toys stores for a day of ninja fun you won’t want to miss.
Check the dates and locations below and mark your calendars – cowabunga!
Pets At Home's much loved My Pet Pals workshops will be running in a Pets at Home store near you from 24thMay - 1st June.
Discover which pets like to live with their buddies while learning how to take care of small animals with our lovely pet experts.
Kids will receive an activity sheet and a certificate as well as meeting our amazing animals…all for FREE!
Go along and join the fun because they can’t wait to see you!
These Work Shops Are Super Popular So Book Your Spot Here To Avoid Disappointment!
Various Dates - Nationwide
Learn to fish with a team of professionally qualified and licensed angling coaches. All bait, equipment, permits and licence are provided, saving you the cost of buying an Enrivonment Agency daily rod licence. You'll be taught the basics of fishing tackle, how to correctly hold a pole, bait the hook, recognise bites, land and unhook fish and much more. They'll also advise on best value for equipment to help you get started on your own and point you in the direction of a suitable local club or academy when you are ready for it. All you need to do now is to book in and turn up on time on the day.
Click here to find & book an event near you!
Waterstones - Nationwide
Join Waterstones for their legendary Children’s Storytimes—an inclusive and fully accessible experience perfect for a range of ages and abilities. Each session features a well-loved story, expertly read and sometimes even signed, making it a welcoming space for everyone. Held throughout the year during both weekdays and weekends, these delightful events offer something new each time, with stories that change regularly—so why not go along more than once? While some stores prefer advance booking, many also welcome walk-ins, making it easy to drop in and enjoy the magic of storytelling.
Click here to find out what's on and when at your local store here
We love these and have done a couple of these now at our local Apple Store. This month they are offering two different work shops.
1. Make Your Own Emoji
Kids will learn fun ways to create their own emoji. We’ll show them how to draw colourful faces and objects. Then they’ll explore using the Procreate app on iPad with Apple Pencil to draw an emoji to take home. Devices will be provided. Recommended for kids aged 8–12.
2. Coding for kids
Code and create as a family with Swift Playgrounds using iPad. Kids will experiment with code and design an app using the About Me playground. They’ll use Swift code to customise their app with fun fonts, background colours, emoji and more. Then you’ll work together to bring their app to life. Recommended for kids aged 10 and up. Devices will be provided.
These are so much fun and completely free of charge. They ask you to book from an Apple device ahead of time with dates and times varying from store to store.
Check your local stores availability here
January's Little Seddlings workshops are about the wonderful world of houseplants. Learn all about some of the most popular houseplants, travel back in time and across the planet to learn more about their origins and play some fun games, too. Each Little Seedling will head home with their own little houseplant to care for at the end of the session
It will cover:
- The basics of houseplants and how to care for them
- A journey into the ancient past to learn how humans and houseplants have gone together for thousands of years
- Head deep into the rainforest and learn about houseplants that originate from tropical climates
- Then, travel to the desert and learn about cacti – even getting a chance to touch a few non-prickly ones!
- Finish it up by sharing some top tips and provide houseplant care advice
Check your local store and book here.
IKEA are run a number of free workshops, games & activities in store over the February half term! These vary from store to store.
For more info and to get dates for your local store visit here.
Tennis For Free operate fully inclusive mass participation alternative tennis sessions for all ages and sections of the community nationwide at public parks for free!
Their locations are growing so even if you don't see one near you yet but are intrested keep checking back.
Check availability, location and bookings on their website here.