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Kidsguide homepage > what's on for families?  > what's on August?                                                
what's on for families in August 2008?

Family events and kids' activities listed in order of their start date.
Listing is for guidance only - always check details with the event organisers.
Ongoing children's activities and exhibitions and family films are listed at the end.

1st August

Round the World Safari
Croxteth Hall and Country Park, Liverpool
Join the Ramshackle Theatre Company on an expedition trip through Croxteth Park and discover creatures from around the globe including some of our own British Wildlife. Imagine yourself as an intrepid explorer following the wildlife experts on a nature trail crossing the five major continents of the world! This event is suitable for all the family to enjoy. Aimed primarily at children aged 4 to 11 years.
Book early.
0151 233 6910
croxtethcountrypark@liverpool.gov.uk
www.croxteth.co.uk

2nd August

Halle Fireworks & Light Spectacular
Tatton Park
01625 534400
tatton@cheshire.gov.uk
www.tattonpark.org.uk
www.tattonparkconcerts.com

3rd August

Fun Dog Show at the Farm
Tatton Park
Adult £4 / Child £2
12pm
01625 534400
tatton@cheshire.gov.uk
www.tattonpark.org.uk

3rd August

Picnic Concert – Party! At Tatton Park
Tatton Park
8pm
01625 534400
tatton@cheshire.gov.uk
www.tattonpark.org.uk
www.tattonparkconcerts.com

3rd August

Sunday Funday at Chester Races
The Roodee, Chester
Family  entertainment as well as horse racing.
01244 304600
enquiries@chester-races.com
www.chester-races.co.uk

3rd August

Leasowe Lighthouse Open Day
Moreton
Climb the 130 steps to the top of the oldest brick built Lighthouse in Britain. The guided tours led by the Friends of Leasowe Lighthouse run every ½ hour and last 20 minutes. (Last tour to the top is at 3.30pm). There is a minimum height restriction of 1.06 metres for people wishing to visit the top and a charge of £2 per adult and 75p per child (under 16 years old). Alternatively why not spend some time in the ground floor Exhibition Area where you can buy souvenirs and enjoy some refreshments. No need to book. Just turn up at Leasowe Lighthouse, off Pasture Road, Moreton.
1pm – 4pm
0151 678 5488

3rd - 4th August

Barney Live!
Stockport Plaza
Stageshow.
0161 477 7779
boxoffice@stockportplaza.co.uk
www.stockportplaza.co.uk

4th August

Woodland Activity Afternoon
Eastham Country Park Visitors Centre
Fun environmental activities for children over 8 years old. No need to book.
1.00 - 3.00
0151 327 1007

4th - 8th August

4th - 8th August

Soccer Funweeks
Sutton High, Ellesmere Port
Football school holiday course.
01244 316493
soccerfunweeks1@btopenworld.com
www.soccerfunweeks.com

4th - 8th August

Stagecoach Holiday Workshop
Macclesfield
Five day performing arts workshop. A week of fun and hard work which includes classes in singing, dance and drama leading to a final performance for family and friends.
Main Workshop 4th - 8th August 2008 for ages 8 - 16 years.
Junior Workshop 28th July - 1st August for ages 4 - 7 years.
01782 777345
macclesfield@stagecoach.co.uk
www.stagecoach.co.uk/macclesfield

4th - 8th August

5th  August

Victorian Tuesdays with Archery
Erddig, Wrexham
Experience a snippet of Victorian life with something different every Tuesday throughout the children's Summer holidays. Learn how the Victorians lived, worked and played at Erddig and get the chance to have-a-go yourselves! Featuring have-a-go archery in the garden.
12.00 - 4.00
01978 313333
erddig@nationaltrust.org.uk
www.nationaltrust.org.uk

5th  August

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
Croxteth Hall and Country Park, Liverpool
Open air play. Book ahead.
0151 233 6910
croxtethcountrypark@liverpool.gov.uk
www.croxteth.co.uk

6th  August

Bats at Royden Park
Why do bats hunt at night? What do they eat? Discover the habits of these harmless yet widely misunderstood nocturnal mammals. Warm clothing and suitable footwear are essential.  Sorry no dogs. 
Booking essential
0151 648 4371/3884
wirralcountrypark@wirral.gov.uk

8th - 24th August

Olympic Games
http://en.beijing2008.cn/
http://www.london2012.com/

9th - 10th August

Victorian Festival
Erddig, Wrexham
Victorian themed family fun including pennyfarthing rides..
11.00 - 4.00
01978 313333
erddig@nationaltrust.org.uk
www.nationaltrust.org.uk

9th - 10th August

Roam the Rows
Chester
A major summer spectacle for all the family on Chester’s Rows. Experience some of the City’s finest features, see an array of performers and artists, and do your shopping all at the same time.
http://chesterperforms.com/

10th August

Viking Sunday at the Old Hall
Tatton Park
Cestrescire Living History invade and take over Tatton’s Old Hall. Adult £4 / Child £2
12pm - 5pm
01625 534400
tatton@cheshire.gov.uk
www.tattonpark.org.uk

10th August

Telegraph Station Open Day
Hilbre
The Friends of Hilbre will be opening the best preserved Holyhead to Liverpool telegraph station which is now a small visitor centre on the main island. Short Ranger-led tours of the island and seal watching will also be taking place. The Friends will also be staffing the Wirral Council Parks and Countryside Mobile Information Unit at West Kirby Marine Lake Car Park (CH48 0QG) to provide advice about safe crossing times and other information about the islands.
Children must be accompanied.
10.30pm – 3.30pm
0151 678 5488

11th August

Woodland Activity Afternoon
Eastham Country Park
Join the Rangers for an afternoon of fun environmental activities for children over 8 years old. No need to book.
1.00 - 3.00
0151 327 1007

11th - 15th August

"High School Musical" Theatre Workshop by Theatretrain
Ysgol Morgan Llwyd, Wrexham
The school runs from 9.30 until 3.30 from Monday to Friday. Following the week’s theme children learn songs, scenes and dance routines from the popular musicals and create a presentation for family and friends at the end of the week. Only £99 per child.
01978 311446
summerschools@theatretrainschools.co.uk
www.theatretrain.co.uk

12th August

Victorian Tuesdays with Archery
Erddig, Wrexham
Experience a snippet of Victorian life with something different every Tuesday throughout the children's Summer holidays. Learn how the Victorians lived, worked and played at Erddig and get the chance to have-a-go yourselves! Featuring have-a-go archery in the garden.
12.00 - 4.00
01978 313333
erddig@nationaltrust.org.uk
www.nationaltrust.org.uk

12th August

King Arthur & The Knights of The Round Table
Croxteth Hall and Country Park, Liverpool
Open air play. Book ahead.
0151 233 6910
croxtethcountrypark@liverpool.gov.uk
www.croxteth.co.uk

12th August

Bat Walk
Rivacre Valley LNR
Booking essential
0151 357 1991
www.cheshire.gov.uk/countryside/

12th August

Animal Happenings
Royden Park
Discover more about the natural history of the site. This event is suitable for all the family to enjoy and all children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Meet at the Coach House, Royden Park Frankby (CH48 1NP).
1.30 – 3.00
0151 677 7594

14th - 16th August

The Wiz
Liverpool Empire
Fun musical version of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.
0870 606 3536
liverpoolempire@clearchannel.co.uk
www.getlive.co.uk

16th August

Bat Walk
Macclesfield Forest
Booking essential.
01260 252832
www.cheshire.gov.uk/countryside/

16th August

Bat Walk
Caldy Nature Park, Chester
Batty activities for everyone with refreshments followed by a bat walk around the valley to see which bats are around.
Meet at 8.00pm, Caldy Valley Road car park
01244 347876
www.clocsen.org/caldy

16th August

Wrexham Raceday
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Free entertainment for the kids inc. bouncy castles, bucking bronco. First race 2.15.
info@bangorondeeraces.co.uk
www.bangorondeeraces.co.uk

16th August

Carriage Driving
Arley Hall, Northwich
For horse enthusiasts, dressage and carriage riding.
01565 777353
enquiries@arleyhallandgardens.com
www.arleyhallandgardens.com

16th & 17th August

21^st Tatton Park Vintage Classic and Sports Car Show
Tatton Park
Over 2000 vintage and classic cars with up to 90 top car club displays. Adult £6
9am - 5pm
01625 534400
tatton@cheshire.gov.uk
www.tattonpark.org.uk

17th August

Leasowe Lighthouse Open Day
Moreton
Climb the 130 steps to the top of the oldest brick built Lighthouse in Britain. The guided tours led by the Friends of Leasowe Lighthouse run every ½ hour and last 20 minutes. (Last tour to the top is at 3.30pm). There is a minimum height restriction of 1.06 metres for people wishing to visit the top and a charge of £2 per adult and 75p per child (under 16 years old). Alternatively why not spend some time in the ground floor Exhibition Area where you can buy souvenirs and enjoy some refreshments. No need to book. Just turn up at Leasowe Lighthouse, off Pasture Road, Moreton.
1pm – 4pm
0151 678 5488

17th August

Around the World Safari at Royden Park
Royden Park
Join the Ramshackle Theatre Company on a walk around Royden Park and discover creatures from around the globe including our own British wildlife. Imagine yourself as an intrepid explorer following the wildlife experts on a nature trail crossing the five major continents of the world. This event is suitable for all the family to enjoy. Sorry no dogs.  There is a charge of £3.00 per adult and £1.50 per child for this event.
Booking essential
0151 648 4371/3884

18th August

Woodland Activity Afternoon
Eastham Country Park
Join the Rangers for an afternoon of fun environmental activities for children over 8 years old. No need to book.
1.00 - 3.00
0151 327 1007

18th - 22nd August

"Fame" Theatre Workshop by Theatretrain
The Forum Studio Theatre, Chester
(formerly The Chester Gateway Theatre)
The school runs from 9.30 until 3.30 from Monday to Friday. Following the week’s theme children learn songs, scenes and dance routines from the popular musicals and create a presentation for family and friends at the end of the week. Only £99 per child.
01978 311446
summerschools@theatretrainschools.co.uk
www.theatretrain.co.uk

18th - 22nd August

19th August

Victorian Tuesdays with Archery
Erddig, Wrexham
Experience a snippet of Victorian life with something different every Tuesday throughout the children's Summer holidays. Learn how the Victorians lived, worked and played at Erddig and get the chance to have-a-go yourselves! Featuring have-a-go archery in the garden.
12.00 - 4.00
01978 313333
erddig@nationaltrust.org.uk
www.nationaltrust.org.uk

22nd August

Illyria Perform Pinocchio in the Rose Garden
Erddig, Wrexham
Booking essential.
01978 355314
erddig@nationaltrust.org.uk
www.nationaltrust.org.uk

22nd August

Life at the Seashore
Leasowe
Join the Rangers and members of the Blue Planet Aquarium, Ellesmere Port, and see what the tide has brought in at Leasowe Bay. This event is suitable for all the family to enjoy and all children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. No need to book. Just turn up at the seafront car park, The Gunsite, off Green Lane (off Bayswater Drive) Leasowe.
10am – 12noon
0151 678 5488

22nd August

Night Walk at Dibbinsdale
Dibbinsdale Local Nature Reserve
Discover the bats and other nocturnal life. Please bring a torch and suitable clothing and footwear.
Booking essential.
8.00 - 10.00
0151 334 9851

22nd August

Bats, Bats, Bats!
Wirral Way
Enjoy a late night walk along the Wirral Way to the Dungeon Woodland with the Rangers and learn more about the bats that inhabit this ancient wooded valley. Learn about bat ecology and biology and have a go with an electronic bat detector!
Booking essential
0151 648 4371/3884
wirralcountrypark@wirral.gov.uk

23rd August

Illyria 'Pinocchio'
Ness Botanic Gardens
Open air play - booking essential.
0151 353 0123
nessgds@liv.ac.uk
www.nessgardens.org.uk

23rd August

Have a go at Dry Stone Walling
Macclesfield Forest, Wildboarclough
For all the family.
Booking essential
01244 376333
www.cheshire.gov.uk/countryside/

23rd - 25th August

Tatton Park Country Show
Tatton Park
Includes the English Open Chainsaw Competition, Falconry Village and 100 birds of prey.  Adult £7 / Child £3
10am – 6pm
01625 534400
tatton@cheshire.gov.uk
www.tattonpark.org.uk

24th August

Bushcraft and Survival Skills
Northwich Community Woodlands,  Marbury Country Park
Bushcraft demonstrations, crafts and fun for all the family.
10.00 - 3.00
01925 816217
www.cheshire.gov.uk/countryside/

24th August

The Enchanted Garden
Erddig, Wrexham
Wizards and Fairies fancy dress competition. Magical workshops and garden trails.
11.00 - 4.00.
01978 355314
erddig@nationaltrust.org.uk
www.nationaltrust.org.uk

24th August

Leonard Cheshire Charity Firework Concert
Arley Hall, Northwich
Picnic and dance party with spectacular firework finale. Family friendly event.
01565 777353
enquiries@arleyhallandgardens.com
www.arleyhallandgardens.com

25th August

August Bank Holiday

25th August

Hoylake RNLI Open Day
A great fun day out for all the family to enjoy. Air displays and stalls, side shows and fairground rides taking place along the promenade from King’s Gap to Hoyle Road.
0151 666 3188

25th August

Woodland Activity Afternoon
Eastham Country Park
Join the Rangers for an afternoon of fun environmental activities for children over 8 years old. No need to book.
1.00 - 3.00
0151 327 1007

25th August

The 5^th Annual Wirral Country Park Sandcastle Extravaganza
Thurstaston Beach
Annual sandcastle competition. Bring along a spade and a bucket! No need to book.
1.00 - 4.00
0151 648 4371/3884

26th August

Victorian Tuesdays with Archery
Erddig, Wrexham
Experience a snippet of Victorian life with something different every Tuesday throughout the children's Summer holidays. Learn how the Victorians lived, worked and played at Erddig and get the chance to have-a-go yourselves! Featuring have-a-go archery in the garden.
12.00 - 4.00
01978 313333
erddig@nationaltrust.org.uk
www.nationaltrust.org.uk

26th - 27th August

Barney Live! the Let's Go Tour
Liverpool Empire
0870 606 3536
liverpoolempire@clearchannel.co.uk
www.getlive.co.uk

29th August

Night Walk at Eastham
Eastham Woods
Discover the bats and other nocturnal life at Eastham Woods. Booking essential
0151 327 1007

31st August

Hedgehog Awareness Day
Wirral Country Park Visitor Centre
A fun filled activity day for all the family with Wirral Hedgehog Rescue providing help and information. No need to book.
11.00 - 4.00
0151 648 4371/3884

ongoing plays, exhibitions and kids' activities etc.
local theatres, galleries, museums & historical sites

All year 2008

Liverpool Capital of Culture 2008
This year Liverpool is the European Capital of Culture. Keep up-to-date with all the family activities and special events at www.liverpool08.com.

Until 10th August

Children’s Funfair
Croxteth Hall and Country Park, Liverpool
12.00 -5.00
0151 233 6910
croxtethcountrypark@liverpool.gov.uk
www.croxteth.co.uk

Until 29th August

Summer Activities at the Farm
Tatton Park
Donkey grooming, scarecrow making, farmyard collage, paint a picture and fun quiz. Adult £4/Child £2
1pm – 5pm
01625 534400
tatton@cheshire.gov.uk
www.tattonpark.org.uk

Until 1st Sept

Toy Soldiers
Wrexham County Borough Museum
Make your own historic toy soldiers in this gallery activity for 7-11 year olds.
01978 317970
museum@wrexham.gov.uk
www.wrexham.gov.uk/heritage

Until 4th January 2009 

Horrible Histories: Frightful First World War - The Exhibition
Imperial War Museum North
History with the horrible bits left in. Find out what made up rotten rations for the soldiers in the trenches, and how they dealt with fierce flies, lovely lice, gruesome gas and all the other dangers.
0161 836 4000
iwmnorth@iwm.org.uk
http://north.iwm.org.uk

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