What's on in the Summer Holidays?

Looking for things to do with the kids during the summer holidays? Look no further.

There's lots going on in Chester and Cheshire this summer for all ages to enjoy. Enjoy theatre performances and much-loved movies alfresco, discover our famous zoo as the sun goes down or step back in time to medieval England.

Visit one of the many family-friendly festivals, enjoy some live music, discover viking life, get creative with crafty workshops and more!

Check out more events taking place in Chester and Cheshire this summer below.

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Summer sorted with the National Trust’s Summer of Play sponsored by Starling Bank

Sponsored by Starling Bank the National Trust’s Summer of Play invites families to have fun and experience Trust places in new and unexpected ways.
What’s new this summer in Chester and Cheshire?

Whether the sun is shining or not, Cheshire is the perfect place to get out and about this Summer. Chester and Cheshire has got some great new attractions and events coming up to keep boredom at bay and stop the little ones climbing the walls.
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Hedgehog hibernation: a home for Prickles

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Trail

Altrincham

Find the trail points throughout the Dunham Massey park and gardens accompanied by the charming character Prickles the Hedgehog.

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18 Sept 2024to3 Nov 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Wildlife and nature walks at Quarry Bank

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Guided Walk

Styal

Join our ranger team for a series of seasonal nature walk through the woodlands at Quarry Bank.

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From:
28 Oct 2024Open 11:30 - 12:30
From:
28 Oct 2024Open 11:30 - 12:30

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Relaxed Openings

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Family Friendly

Macclesfield

With reduced noise and light levels, a relaxed screening of 'The Story of Jodrell Bank', and a designated Quiet Space, this is a calmer start to the morning for anyone who might appreciate it.

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From:
3 Nov 2024Open 10:00 - 11:00
From:
1 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 11:00

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Crewe Maker's Market

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Family Friendly

Crewe

Crewe’s popular monthly Makers Market returns.

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From:
17 Nov 2024Open 11:00 - 16:00
From:
15 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 16:00

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Summer Camp Family Weekend

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Family Friendly

Hawarden

Buy Your Early Bird Tickets Here.
All tickets include dinner cooked over the fire, plus full access to Summer Camp, including: workshops, lake swimming, paddle boarding, talks, music, a sauna and hot tub, luxury facilities, access to acres of…

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From:

25 July 2025to28 July 2025

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The Nantwich Show

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Show / Display

Nantwich

The Nantwich Show will feature a range of animals, technologies, businesses and entertainment for all ages.

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From:
31 July 2025

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Deva Fest

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Music

Malpas

Deva Fest is BACK from the 7th – 10th of August at the beautiful Cholmondeley Castle Gardens in Cheshire.   

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7 Aug 2025to10 Aug 2025

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