Activities Days Out Ideas

Fun Ideas for this Bank Holiday Weekend

Written by Yeyen

Bank Holiday Weekend is here, there are so many things to do,
We have 15 unmissable activities here so be sure to try one or two!
For the thrill seekers, the artists and the animal lovers too,
Try Kidzania, GoApe or Marsh Farm, they are all waiting for you!

until 4th Sep 2017

It’s all about sharks this Summer so treat the kids to a visit to this great aquarium where they can find out interesting facts about these magnificent fish that lived from the time of the dinosaurs. Find out more.

Marvellous Monsters – Longleat Safari and Adventure Park, Warminster

until 29th October 2017
** Get 20% off of tickets when you book from Picniq! **

There is so much to see and do at this amazing safari and adventure park! Take a ride on the wild side with their Safari Drive, as well as walk with penguins, visit the meerkats and hop on a cruise to see the gorillas on Gorilla Island. You’ll be given the chance to feed some Rainbow Lorikeets, deer and even giraffes! Even better, until 29th October 2017 you can enjoy Marvellous Monsters where over 20 larger-than-life animatronic bugs are taking over the park! BOOK HERE.

KidZania, Shepherd’s Bush, London

** LIMITED OFFER: Kids Go Half Price when you book from Picniq! **

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Children can let their imaginations run wild at KidZania as they test the out real jobs in this mini city, such as being a pilot, firefighter, radio presenter, banker, police officer and many more! After all that work they can use their hard earned ‘KidZos’ to buy themselves some treats! BOOK HERE.

Oxygen Freejumping, Various Locations

**Get 20% off tickets when you book from Picniq**

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Kids will be jumping for joy after a visit to this brilliant indoor trampoline park! They’ll get to bounce sky high in open jump sessions and burn off lots of excess energy! Find out more.

until 28th Aug 2017
Buy 1 adult ticket and get 1 FREE child ticket

Kids will love these fun free workshops, where they can make their very own music inspired hanging mobile, listen to fun stories or create a piece of funky art. There is a Bank Holiday quiz where all the family can test their Beatles knowledge. Find out more.

Cheddar Gorge, Somerset

** Get 20% off of tickets when you book from Picniq! **

Come and explore stunning stalactite caverns and see the dramatic cliffs which rise 450ft above the ground. There are two very different caves to explore, a museum, cliff top walk and lookout tower! BOOK HERE

Odds Farm Park, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

This is the perfect day out for all of your little nature and animal lovers! Meet plenty of furry friends, enjoy the daily animal activities and demonstrations, as well as discover the Giant Indoor Playbarn – an enormous adventure play area, fun for all ages! Find out more.

The London Bridge Experience, London

Get over 50% off of tickets when you book from Picniq!

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Experience London’s gruesome history first hand with this interactive character led adventure tour! Be prepared for thrills, laughs and frights as you are regaled with stories from the past. Meet some of London’s most horrifying characters as they lurk in the ‘lanes’ including Jack the Ripper and Ben Crouch! BOOK HERE.

City Cruises Hop On Hop Off Tickets, London

Get 16% off of tickets when you book from Picniq!

Enjoy a fabulous all-day hop on, hop off cruise along the River Thames London offering you unlimited access to the majestic River Thames for 24 hours, allowing you the freedom to hop off and enjoy some sites and then hop back on at a time convenient to you to continue your cruise. BOOK HERE.

The Original London Sightseeing Tour

Get 10% off of tickets when you book from Picniq!

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Explore the famous sights and sounds of London in comfort aboard a hop‐on, hop‐off Original Tour bus! Your ticket allows access to six bus tour routes, three FREE walking tours and a FREE Thames Cruise. BOOK HERE.

Marsh Farm Animal Adventure Park, Chelmsford, Essex

Get 12% off of tickets when you book from Picniq!

Kids will love meeting and feeding the animals, giving the pets a cuddle and grooming the ponies. They can burn off some steam on the enormous bouncy pillow and have fun, climb and slide at the extensive indoor and outdoor play areas! All this plus shows and special events make for a great day out! BOOK HERE.

GoApe! Various Locations

Get a FREE £5 Trunki voucher with bookings over £30!

Swing, zip, balance and jump your way through the trees on the Tree Top Adventure courses, suspended high above the forest floor. Younger adventurers will love Tree Top Junior, a lower and easier version! BOOK HERE.

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Portsmouth

Get 45% off of tickets when you book from Picniq!

Come and learn all about the Royal Navy as it is today and get an insight into what the future holds! Step on board historic ships such as HMS Victory and HMS Warrior 1860. You won’t want to miss the new‐look Mary Rose museum, which gives insight into Tudor life! BOOK HERE.

Severn Valley Railway, Kidderminster, Worcestershire and Bridgnorth Shropshire

**Limited offer: Family Summer Saver Ticket only £44 for 2 adults + up to 4 children**

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Bring your family here for a steam powered day out. Severn Valley Railway has many different events planned for tons of family fun, especially this Summer. Enjoy a Family Summer Saver tickets where you can have unlimited travel between Kidderminster and Bridgnorth, with a FREE entry into The Engine House at Highley. Find out more.

The View From The Shard, London

**Get up to 40% off when you book through us**

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There are so many fantastic landmarks in London, it’s difficult to see them all in one day, but with a visit to The View from the Shard, you can see them all from the two fantastic viewing platforms over 800 feet up in the air! With 360 degree views across the capital, the whole family will enjoy spotting famous buildings, bridges and landmarks! BOOK HERE.

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