Summer Fun in North Kesteven: Exciting Events and Activities for All Ages
This summer, the Heart of Lincs is bursting with exciting events and activities for all ages! From creative workshops and open-air theatre to nature adventures and baking competitions, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Dive into our guide, plan your week and make the most of your summer holidays with these fantastic local events.
Make-It Mondays at Cranwell Aviation Heritage Museum
Calling all aviation enthusiasts and families; join the museum for ‘Make It’ Monday sessions every Monday throughout the summer holidays. Engage in exciting aviation-themed craft activities suitable for all ages, from making paper planes to growing cress. Take a break from screens and dive into some creative and educational fun!
Hub-Sleaford: Summer Drop-In Family Activities
Every Tuesday, Hub-Sleaford hosts design and make workshops inspired by their latest exhibition. Perfect for families, these sessions involve creating objects from paper and take approximately 30 minutes. Bring your creativity and enjoy a fun-filled creative visit!
Wild Whisby Summer Activities at Whisby Nature Park
Join the Whisby Education Centre for a series of nature-themed activities. Learn to distinguish natural trash from treasure through scavenger hunts and journey sticks. Enjoy summer storytelling, folklore, tree-meeting adventures, den building, and more. Each session offers a unique way to connect with nature.
Hamlet at Doddington Hall
Experience the magic of open-air theatre with The Lord Chamberlain’s Men at Doddington Hall on 27th & 28th August. Gates open at 6pm, and tickets are £20 for adults and £12 for children. Bring a picnic and enjoy Shakespeare under the stars.
Cogglesford Watermill Bake Off
Join us at Cogglesford Watermill on 17th August for a day of baking and tasting. Participate in the Blind Taste Test, Public Bake Off, or enjoy the Volunteer & Staff Bake Off. Whether you're a baker or a taster, there's something for everyone. Register for the Public Bake Off by emailing cogglesfordwatermill@n-kesteven.gov.uk.
Sculpture at Doddington
The biennial Sculpture Exhibition at Doddington Hall features over 300 works of art from 60 sculptors. Wander through stunning walled gardens and wild gardens to view and purchase beautiful pieces. The exhibition runs daily, and garden admission applies.
Salute to the 1940s Weekend at the IBCC
From 9th-11th August, enjoy a weekend of 1940s fun at the International Bomber Command Centre. Enjoy tea and cake, vintage entertainment, trade stands, 1940s cars, military vehicles, and historical talks. Don’t miss the free Glen Miller concert on Saturday and various other special events throughout the weekend.
 Inflatable Theme Park at Hykeham Memorial Playing Fields
New for August 2024, Hykeham Memorial Playing Fields hosts an inflatable theme park. With plenty of inflatables and soft play, it’s sure to keep the kids entertained all summer. Tickets are available at www.lincsbounce.co.uk.
Washday Weekend at Mrs Smith's Cottage
Come and have a go at doing laundry just like Mrs Smith from Friday 23rd to Monday 26th August, 12pm until 4pm (last entry 3pm).
She never had a modern washing machine, and was still washing like a Victorian as recently as the 1980s & 90s. This was hard work compared to today.
Book your visit on the website to avoid disappointment: www.mrssmithscottage.com/visit
The Teenage Market is a nationwide initiative enabling young people to put their entrepreneurial skills into practice, by providing them with space to try out their uniquely crafted products and new services to customers. It’s also an opportunity for young performers – including musicians, dancers and entertainers – to help create a vibrant atmosphere for high street shoppers.
North Kesteven has been holding Teenage Markets in Sleaford and North Hykeham to support the regular markets that take place there. This weekend, Sleaford will once again be buzzing with young talent and innovative products crafted by the teen traders. We invite you to come along to Millstream Square on Saturday 3 August to show them and the regular traders, your support.
To get involved, create your profile at: www.theteenagemarket.co.uk where you can apply to take part in each Teenage Market in North Kesteven as it comes up. Anyone aged between 13 and 25-years-old can apply to trade at one of North Kesteven’s events.
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Thanks to Michelle for August's header photo - across Hykeham and beyond.
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