YES FAM! BEST DAYS OUT WITH THE FAMILY
Fun with the family? Looking for some of the best days out this month? Whether you’re looking for days out together, or need something to do over the May half term, we’ve sourced amazing experiences and events so that you don’t have to! Covering South West London, The Surrey Hills and The South Downs.
KIDS TO ADULTZ SOUTH / MAY 1 / FARNBOROUGH INTERNATIONAL
An inclusive, vibrant space where people are supported on their journey, Kids to Adultz arrives at Farnborough International this May. Kidz to Adultz lead the way by welcoming everybody to free exhibitions where potential is developed and connections are made. Each event is dedicated to children and young people with disabilities or additional needs. The people who support our community are equally as important – parents, families, carers and healthcare professionals are all welcome to attend. All family members, including children, are welcome to join in the fun.
For more information, visit kidzexhibitions.co.uk
THERE’S A MONSTER IN YOUR SHOW / MAY 1 – 2 / RHODA MCGAW THEATRE, WOKING
Tom Fletcher’s interactive adventures for big imaginations are leaping from page to stage at Woking’s Rhoda McGaw Theatre this May. Expect plenty of fun for your littlest ones as their favourite characters, including Monster, Dragon, Alien and Unicorn, come to life in a show that is packed with playful moments to enjoy together.
For more information, visit atgtickets.com/rhoda-mcgaw-theatre
MINI NATURE ARTISTS / MAY 2 / THE LIGHTBOX GALLERY, WOKING
Mini Nature Artists is a creative and immersive programme designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and a deeper connection to the natural world in children under five. Sessions focus on process art and nature-inspired activities, encouraging children to explore, experiment, and create freely while fostering mindfulness and discovery. Remember to dress for mess—creativity often gets wonderfully messy as children immerse themselves in the joy of making art!
For more information, visit thelightbox.org.uk
HORRIBLE HISTORIES – TERRIBLE TUDORS / AWFUL EGYPTIANS / MAY 8 – 11 / RICHMOND THEATRE
We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead! So it’s time to prepare yourselves for two amazing shows with Horrible Histories live on stage! Using actors and eye-popping 3D special effects, these two astounding shows are guaranteed to thrill you and your children. Historical figures and events will come alive on stage and hover at your fingertips!
For more information, visit atgtickets.com/richmond-theatre
CINDERELLA ICE CREAM SELLER / MAY 10 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
Over the last four decades, Cinderella’s has become the kingdom’s most beloved ice cream company, with a parlour on every street corner. But how did a humble ice cream maker with not a penny to her name end up as a multimillionaire businesswoman with her own ice cream empire? Perfect for children and families alike, this exciting musical retelling of a fairy tale classic promises a delightful blend of storytelling, stunning live music, and theatrical magic that will capture your heart and tickle your taste buds.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
KIDS’ CRAFT: CRAZY CATS! / MAY 17 / CRANLEIGH ARTS
Spend the morning in Cranleigh making some crazy cool cats! Start your Saturday with recycled cards, and then use yarn wrapping to turn them into fabulous, funky creatures.
For more information, visit cranleigharts.org
WOODLAND ANIMAL TRAIL / MAY 17 – JUNE 8 / PAINSHILL, COBHAM
Step into the enchanting landscape of Painshill and embark on our Woodland Animal Trail, a magical journey through nature. Keep an eye out for stunning images of wildlife such as a roe deer, grey squirrel, fox and pipistrelle bat. Perfect for families, nature lovers, and young explorers, this interactive trail offers a fun and educational experience for all ages. Don’t miss this chance to connect with the wildlife that calls the British countryside home!
For more information, visit painshill.co.uk
LEARN TO CROCHET TOGETHER / MAY 17 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
Learn together and sign up for this parent and child creative workshop at Farnham Maltings. Students will make a small bowl, learning how to hold the hook and yarn, chain, make a single crochet (UK double crochet), how to slip stitch and fasten off. The bowl can also be embellished to make it unique. No previous crochet experience is required from either the parent or child.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
COOK TOGETHER: MEXICAN AND COOKIES / MAY 18 / GORDON RAMSAY ACADEMY, WOKING
Enjoy some quality family time in the kitchen and head to the Gordon Ramsay Academy for a cooking day together. Learn how to cook a tasty feast that perfectly accompanies a family night at home. What’s on the menu? Mexican-style beef, bean and cheese enchiladas and American-style (we mean big!) chocolate chip cookies. Nom.
For more information, visit gordonramsayacademy.com
THE BEST DAYS OUT THIS MAY HALF TERM
MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL – A SKIRMISH / MAY 24 – 26 / ARUNDEL CASTLE
Get set for a skirmish at historic Arundel Castle this May. With three tented encampments portraying 15th century crafts, cooking weapons and armour, **have a go activities including archery, axe throwing, warrior training plus a craft tent, and two skirmishes each day , there is plenty to transport visitors back into this turbulent time in England’s history. The other arena events include falconry demonstrations, a fire eater as well as Arundel Castle’s renowned Kids Battles.
For more information, visit arundelcastle.org
NICKY TRIX LIVE: MAHIC & MAYHEM / MAY 24 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
Step into a world of magic and mayhem with renowned family entertainer, Nicky Trix. Promising quick wit and infectious energy, Nicky will give your funny bone a tickle with comedy routines and outrageous antics. From hilarious magic, to ventriloquism with everyone’s favourite elephant, Nambu.
For more information, visit trafalgartickets.com/g-live-guildford
THE BIG BAHOOEY / MAY 24 – 26 / HAMPTON COURT PALACE, EAST MOLESEY
A day of serious nonsense awaits. If you’re looking for an unmissable family day out jam-packed with lively events, fun workshops, spectacular entertainment and oodles of silliness, you’ll get it all at The Big Bahooey this May Half Term Bank Holiday Weekend at Hampton Court Palace. Try juggling, plate spinning, wire walking and more in the circus workshops, slap on some headphones and dance yourself silly at the silent disco, belt out a tune at the singalongs, and be wowed by a circus or music show.
For more information, visit hrp.org.uk
THEATRE WORKSHOPS / MAY 27 – 30 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
For kids who love nothing more than taking centre stage, Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre host a number of workshops for 5 – 7 year olds, 7 – 11 year olds and 12 – 16 year olds. From physical theatre and mythical creature make-up, to magic and illusion, and general silliness, book your space online pronto.
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
TUDOR FAMILY PORTRAITS / MAY 28 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE
Step back in time and imagine your family as Tudor nobles in this fun, hands-on workshop! Families will explore how people were portrayed in Tudor paintings, from their elaborate clothing and hairstyles to their regal poses. A perfect opportunity for families to get creative together and bring history to life!
For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org
THE ELMER ADVENTURE / MAY 28 – JUNE 1 / ROSE THEATRE, KINGSTON
Join three friends on a joyful jungle adventure in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the much-loved Elmer books by David McKee. bringing three classic Elmer tales bursting to life with toe-tapping tunes, playful puppetry and happy humour – and a few surprises along the way! Celebrate Elmer’s unique patchwork colours and wear your most colourful clothes when you see the show..
For more information, visit rosetheatre.org
MARK THOMPSON’S SPECTACULAR SCIENCE SHOW / MAY 28 / DORKING HALLS
You think science is boring, think again; this is science like you have never seen it before. Designed for children and adults alike, Mark’s Spectacular Science Show explores the strange and magical properties of matter with exploding elephant’s toothpaste, vortex-generating dustbins and even howling jelly babies! Awarded ‘Best Kid’s Show at Edinburgh Fringe’ by The Derek Awards, this interactive show promises to entertain and educate in the most spectacular way!
For more information, visit dorkinghalls.co.uk 
FAMILY FUN DAY + MAY HALF TERM WORKSHOPS / MAY 31 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
Join G Live for the return of their FREE family fun day. Enjoy a whole host of activities for all ages! Whether you want to show off your music skills with our DJ Workshops, have your face painted or join in with a range of Arts and Crafts, there’s no better place to be this May half term. You can also book our Hula Hooping workshops, scheduled throughout the day, bookable in advance on their website. If that wasn’t enough, check out the range of creative workshops taking place throughout the half term week.
For more information, visit trafalgartickets.com/g-live-guildford
SWIM ACADEMY / SURREY SPORTS PARK, GUILDFORD
Swim Academy at Surrey Sports Park provides group swimming lessons in Guildford to swimmers from the age of just 18 months right through to 16. You can join Swim Academy at any time of the year and whatever your child’s level, rest assured, they’ll find a class to suit. For little ones and grown-ups, swimming lessons can make a huge difference – whether you are learning to swim, need a confidence boost, want to learn a new stroke or simply want to focus on your technique – we can help you. From just £38 per month, get access to weekly tuition in Surrey Sports Park’s state-of-the-art 50m Olympic Swimming pool.
For more information, visit surreysportspark.co.uk
