Rainy day fun for kids, FREE Archery day out, Bank Holiday special, Food and Drink festival at Newstead Abbey, new Skyrides announced and more!

Ideas for a rainy summer holiday 

It's the last week of the summer holidays, and the forecast this week is for lots of showers! Here are a few ideas of things to keep the kids entertained.

• It's your last chance for the Kids Go Free at Nottingham Castle - just print off the voucher  but hurry - the offer ends on Friday 28 August!
• Book onto a fun tour at the Galleries of Justice
• Go for a skate at the National Ice Centre
• Learn and play at the National Videogame Arcade
• Take them for a family swim
• Visit Planet Bounce for trampolining fun!
• Pop into Nottingham Contemporary for dry family fun
• Head to Lost City Adventure Golf
• And lots more!

Archery GB National Series Finals - Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 August

Head to Wollaton Park this weekend for the chance to see some fantastic live archery action. The best of British archery talent will be competing for the honour of becoming Archery GB National champions. There will be 24 competitors taking part in six different archery events. In addition there will be an exclusive invitational match, showcasing the talent of two Paralympic medallists in what is sure to be a nail biting match.

There will also be lots for the whole family to do, including the chance to meet the Robin Hood and Marian mascots, colouring, have a go at archery and more!

>>Find out more

The Tour of Britain returns to Nottingham! Friday 11 Sept

The exciting cycling race the Aviva Tour of Britain, along with some of the best cyclists in the world, will return to the city in two weeks time!

The Tour last visited Nottingham in 2012. This time, we'll host the finish of Stage 6, a winding, challenging route from Stoke-On-Trent, through the Derbyshire Hills to Nottingham. The exciting finishing sprint will take place along Gregory Boulevard, Mansfield Road and along the promenade of the Forest Recreation Ground. 

Visitors should arrive at the Forest Recreation Ground by 2pm ready to get a good view of the finish - there will also be FREE live music and cycling themed activities to enjoy.

>>See the route and get more information

Newstead Abbey Food and Drink Festival 

Saturday, Sunday and Monday 29 - 31 August

Need something to do this bank holiday? Pop over to Newstead Abbey for the latest Great Food and Drink Festival! 

See demo's from chefs including Dean Edwards, Sean Wilson and Chetna Makan and enjoy food and drink stands, craft stands, lots for the kids to do, plus FREE entry to the beautiful gardens at Newstead Abbey.

Day tickets are £7 in advance, or £8 on the door

 >>Find out more

Harvey Hadden opens on 1 September! Harvey Hadden Sports Village officially opens to the public on 1 September, with visitors able to use all of the facilities. Beechdale Swimming Centre will close to the public on Friday 28 August.  An official opening, and FREE fun day will follow on Saturday 12 September. >>Find out more

New FREE Skyrides announced! Nottingham is a great place to cycle, and now there are even more opportunities to get out and about on your bike in the area!  A Skyride is a free guided bike ride where a qualified ride leader will show you the best routes around the city. Skyrides for the rest of the season have now been announced - see the rides and book your FREE place here.

Last chance to see Outdoor Theatre!

The final Outdoor Theatre performance of the summer is Love's Labour's Lost, at Nottingham Castle on Wednesday 26 August.

Set in the Roaring 20s at a prestigious Oxford college, Heartbreak Productions’ musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s Love’s Labour’s Lost promises to be a fun frolic through the life and loves of three young men. Initially forgoing food, sleep and their hectic social life to enhance their pursuit of knowledge, all good intentions dissolve and distractions arise with the arrival of three delightful young ladies… 

 >>Don’t miss out, Book now 

Robin Hood Folk Festival

Newstead Abbey 4, 5 & 6 September

The first ever Robin Hood Folk Festival at Newstead Abbey is coming soon! Don't miss live music from acts including Eliza Carthy,Oysterband, Martin Simpson, Moulettes, Elliott Morris, Show of Hands, and many more!

There'll also be an array of craft stalls and stands, various food stalls, beer tents, archery for kids and adults, jugglers, entertainers and lots of fun for all the family. 

Tickets are from £35 for adults and £12.50 for kids, and are also available from Nottingham Tourism Centre on Smithy Row, opposite Primark. 

>>Find out more and get tickets

Bird in Borrowed Feathers Summer Market Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 August, Smithy Row Come along to our biggest market yet! Taking place right in the city centre our Summer Market will be located on the street on Smithy Row. There will be traditional market style stands showcasing the best in local and national design and craft talent, as well as vintage and locally produced food stands. Over 50 AMAZING stallholders are taking part from Nottingham and beyond! From illustration to pork pies, from fashion to jewellery and cakes to ceramics, there's so much talent to see at our exciting Summer Market! >>Find out more

Maggie's Culture Crawl

Friday 4 September

Take a walk on the cultural side this September - all for a good cause! On Friday 4 September Culture Crawl Nottingham, sponsored by Unum, will take you on a nine mile night-time adventure around the city.

As you wind your way through the streets, you’ll uncover a route steeped in history, art, and culture, whilst gaining exclusive access to amazing buildings.

>>Register to take part

More events:

• 24 – 29 August: Classic Thriller Season – Stage Struck at Theatre Royal (Tickets Still Available 24/08/15)
• 27 August: Live at Cellar9 – Robyn Hughes Jones at Baresca Nottingham
• 27 – 31 August: Southwell Music Festival at Various Venues in Southwell
• 28 – 30 August: Powerboat World Championships at National Water Sports Centre
• 30 August: 999 Emergency Services Day at Clumber Park
• Until 27 September: Knitted Garden in Bloom at Framework Knitters Museum
• Until 30 September: Lantern Lit Evening Garden at Pure Land Japanese Gardens

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