If you have kids to entertain during the school holidays, you’ll be pleased to hear that a number of family-friendly activities are up and running throughout August! From chilled drive-in movie nights to thrilling theme park rides, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this summer. Here are our top 10 picks.
1. Take a trip to Thorpe Park

Head to Thorpe Park for a day of infinite thrills with over 30 rides, immersive events and exhilarating attractions. The park is open now – book one day entry tickets for just £33.
2. Enjoy live kids’ shows at The Drive In
No theatre? No problem! Thanks to The Drive In, you can enjoy the iconic drive-in experience, with live actors, classic cinema refreshments, and great entertainment – all from the safety and comfort of your vehicle.
Dinosaur World Live: 7 – 30 August.
Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in a roarsome interactive show.
Book now & save up to 42%.
Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain: 19 – 23 August.
It’s the horrible history of Britain with the nasty bits left in – to entertain the whole family!
Book now and save up to 38%.
3. Watch a film at The Drive In cinema in London

From family favourites such as Dirty Dancing and Grease to modern day hits such as Frozen 2 and Zootropolis, The Drive In offers a movie night to remember.
Read a complete list of what’s on at The Drive In.
4. Take on The Crystal Maze

The hit 90s TV show is brought to life in both London and Manchester. You and your team will run around madly, shout yourself silly, complete all sorts of tricky challenges and finish up in some lovely satin bomber jackets.
Book London tickets for £66
Book Manchester tickets for £36
5. Visit Chessington World of Adventure Resort

Take your kids on their first wild adventure at Chessington World of Adventure Resort. Book one day entry tickets online for just £29.50 (includes entry to the theme park, zoo & SEA LIFE Centre).
6. Embark on Shrek’s Adventure

Your whole family can journey through Far Far Away as the stars of the show in this brilliantly bonkers interactive experience. Shrek’s Adventure reopens on 1st August. Book tickets from £20.
7. Explore the Sea Life Centre in London

Dive in and explore an underwater world of glittering scales, waddling feet and razor-sharp teeth at the UK’s flagship SEA LIFE aquarium located on London’s popular Southbank. Reopening 1st August. Book tickets from £23.
8. Brave the London Dungeon

Treat your family to the ultimate day out at the London Dungeon…if you dare! The home of scary fun invites you to live and breathe your way through London’s darkest history via a selection of scream-drenched stories and fear-inducing immersive experiences. Reopening 1st August. Book tickets from £24.
9. Experience Madame Tussauds

Get up close and personal with more than 250 lifelike figures of your favourite celebrities at Madame Tussauds, reopening 1st August. Book tickets from £29.
10. The lastminute.com London Eye

The London Eye is the most popular paid attraction in the whole of the UK. And no wonder – it’s the only view of the city that moves. Reopens 1st August. Book tickets from £28.
Top tip: save up to £99 per person with Merlin’s Magical London Pass.
Create your ultimate day out with up to 5 of London’s unmissable attractions for one incredible price!
Experience 3 attractions for only £50 and 5 attractions for only £90. Book tickets.