5 awesome days out with kids this summer

5 awesome days out with kids this summer

School’s out, and parents up and down the country are racking their brains trying to find ways of occupying their little ‘uns. And no, no matter how hard you want to, sending them to Granny’s for 3 weeks doesn’t really cut it.

If you’re struggling for ideas, take a look at our list of 5 days out that the whole family will love. Days so awesome that even you will be wondering: are we there yet?

Go Ape

Go Ape

Forest-y, zip-trekking, tree-top outdoor adventure fun. That’s the best summary you’ll read all day.

Where? Locations across the UK

When? Every day

Who’s it good for? Apes, but they aren’t allowed. So, kids (big or small)!

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Robin Hood’s Wheelgate Park

Robin Hood\'s Whelgate Park

A theme park that also houses the UK’s largest waterpark. Do we really need to say anything else?

Where? Nottinghamshire

When? Every day

Who’s it good for? Families with small kids who understand the word ‘fun’.

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Warner Bros Studio: The Making of Harry Potter

Warner Bros Studios - Harry Potter

Enter the world of Harry Potter and join the quest for the Philosopher’s Stone. Plus it’s a great excuse for a Potter Movie Marathon, meaning you’ve got another 2 days sorted — don’t say we don’t look out for ya!

Where? Leavesden

When? Everyday

Who’s it good for? Anyone who loves a bit of magic.

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Underwater Street

Underwater Street

Arts and crafts meets science and themed parties in this kids’ amusement centre.

Where? Liverpool

When? Every weekend, 10am-5pm

Who’s it good for? Everyone from superhero lovers to budding science geeks.

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Cadbury World

Cadbury's World

One word: chocolate.

Where? Birmingham

When? Every day

Who’s it good for? Chocolate lovers of all ages!

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Tickets booked? Get there with minimal environmental damage by hiring Mo’s Volkswagen Golf S Bluemotion TDI or check out our range of family cars for hire at HiyaCar.

Charlotte Simmons

Charlotte Simmons

Community Growth Manager at Hiyacar

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