Free, Fun, Family Activities for the Holiday
Here’s a roundup of some low-cost or free family-focused holiday activities.
Full details on each poster.
Have fun everyone!
Lockleaze big meadow planting day
Thursday 10th April, 1pm - 4pm, Gainsborough Square
Get out in the sun and help the bees, birds and butterflies by getting involved in the Big Community Meadow Planting on Gainsborough Square. Rake and sow, or just stop by for a chat- we’d love to see you there. Bring the children or the grandchildren for a lovely Easter holiday afternoon. Please wear suitable footwear and clothing, and bring water. You can see & comment on the meadow plans here. Free event.
the vench holiday club
For 8-12 year olds, Monday to Friday 10am - 2pm except Bank Holiday Friday 18th
Activities for 8-12 year olds including crafts, outdoor play, cooking, bike repair with LifeCycle on Tuesday and Steve England Outdoor Learning on Thursday. Suggested donation for lunch £2- £4 unless on free school meals.
old library spring fair
Saturday 12th April 10am - 2pm, The Old Library
Local people selling plants, homemade items, clothes, jewellery and more, plus The Old Library Cafe. Free entry.
Wellbeing Walk: Stoke park sculpture trail
Wednesday 16th April 10am - 11:30am, meet and finish at the Hub, Gainsborough Square
Explore Stoke Park with a gentle walk along the sculpture trail! Refreshments and a bake sale are available afterwards at Hubbub Cafe. Bring your friends, cameras and walking shoes.
bake sale raising money for the vench cooking club
Wednesday 16th April 10:30am - 12pm at the Hub, Gainsborough Square
Pop up to the Hub, enjoy friendly Hubbub Cafe and delicious baked goods in support of the Vench’s cooking club.
Field Stories Guided Walk
Pick up a free copy of the guided walk in the Hub Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm, and do the walk whenever you want! Learn about nature, Lockleaze history and visit beautiful sculptures designed with local children.
Easter Egg Hunt at Lockleaze Sports Centre
Friday 18th April 12am - 3pm, Lockleaze Sports Centre
A fun-filled Easter event with exciting activities for the whole family! Craft, sports, disco, Easter egg hunt and more. Ticket Prices: Under 2’s: FREE, 3-12 years: £5 per child, 13-16 years: £2.50 per teen, 17+ years: £1 per adult. Book here.
one pot wonders recipe book
Why not enjoy cooking together this holiday with the Lockleaze Neighbourhood Trust One Pot Wonders Recipe Book? Pick up your free copy at the Hub anytime.
get litterpicking!
Litterpickers in children and adult sizes are available to borrow at the Hub, so that you and your family can get out, get some steps in and spread some positivity in our community.
Lockleaze family feast
Wednesday 23rd April, 4pm - 6pm, the Hub
The kids might be back at school but the fun doesn’t have to stop at this Lockleaze Community Feast. Enjoy a free meal, meet other families and take park in children’s activities. See you soon!