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Raring2go! 2025 Solutions Welcome to the Summer Edition of Raring2go! Crawley, East Grinstead, and Reigate. School’s nearly out, and if you’re anything like me, you’re already wondering how to fill the long, sunny days ahead! Whether you’re looking for local adventures, holiday clubs, outdoor theatre or free family fun, we’ve got you covered. Flip to page 4 for our What’s On Guide— packed with events across Surrey and West Sussex, from woodland trails to live performances and festivals. Then head to pages 16–17 for our Holiday Club RoundUp, full of brilliant options to keep the kids happy, active and inspired all summer long. As always, everything featured is local, family-friendly and hand-picked with care to showcase the best events, clubs and class locally. Thank you for supporting the businesses that help make this magazine possible—it really does mean the world. Here’s to a summer full of sunshine, ice cream, and memory-making! Warm wishes, Lucy Humphrey Editor, Raring2go! Crawley, East Grinstead & Reigate 3
WHAT'S ON 5th July – 7th September Summer of Play at Standen Let the summer adventures begin at Standen! Explore winding garden paths, get creative in the woodland den, and play to your heart’s content in Adventure Corner. With a picnic in the gardens and plenty of nature to discover, it’s a great family day out throughout the summer. 11th–13th July Pub in the Park – Reigate, Priory Park Pub in the Park is the ultimate family-friendly festival celebrating the best of British food, music, and fun. Enjoy delicious dishes from award-winning chefs, toe-tapping live performances, and activities for kids of all ages set in the beautiful surroundings of Reigate’s Priory Park. 13th July Robin Hood at Meadowbank Park, Dorking Halls Join Folksy Theatre for a magical outdoor performance of Robin Hood, packed with live music, laugh-out-loud silliness, and plenty of audience interaction. It’s the perfect way to spend a summer’s afternoon—bring a picnic, gather the family, and settle in for a legendary adventure! Want to make it extra special? Upgrade your ticket for a delicious cream tea treat. 19th July – 5th September Summer of Play at Nymans Head to Comber’s Field at Nymans for actionpacked summer fun! Enjoy games, races, den building and more in the beautiful play glade. Families can bring a picnic, let the kids roam freely, and enjoy classic garden play experiences. 19th July to 7th September British Wildlife Centre, Newchapel Get up close to over 40 native species at the British Wildlife Centre! Meet otters, red squirrels, foxes, owls, Scottish wildcats, and more in a truly wild experience. Enjoy keeper talks, explore the deer park, and browse the wildlife gift shop. With picnic areas, coffee shop, free parking, and wheelchair access, it’s the perfect family day out. 20th July Dorking Halls Family Fun Day, Meadowbank Park Enjoy a day of family-friendly activities, entertainment, and stalls in the beautiful setting of Meadowbank Park. With lots of children’s activities, for the little ones, there will be a free Teddy Trail around the park for the chance to win the Family Fun Day Teddy and a special goodie bag; for older children there will be funfilled skateboarding coaching and a circus skills workshop. 23rd July Shrek The Musical , The Capitol Horsham Join Shrek, Donkey and friends for a fun-filled adventure full of laughs and catchy songs. Performed by Bullfrog’s talented cast of 7–19 year olds, it’s perfect family entertainment! 26th July – 24th August Woodland Trails at Leeds Castle Explore a magical woodland trail with 12 charming stops and meet live costumed characters on weekends (excluding 10th–11th August). Discover the secret lives of forest creatures in this enchanting family adventure. What’s on this Summer Get ready for a summer packed with family fun! From outdoor theatre and wildlife adventures to festivals and free community events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy over the school holidays. July 4
WHAT'S ON 26th & 27th July Leonardslee Family Nights Celebrate the start of the summer holidays with an enchanting evening at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens. Enjoy live music, beautiful twilight garden walks, and family entertainment in a magical setting. A perfect evening out for all ages—with unforgettable memories included in the ticket price! 2nd–17th August (Weekends) Loxwood Joust at Loxwood Meadow Once again, tranquil meadows transform into an extraordinary parallel world - where jousts thunder, quests twist, and woodland secrets whisper. Hurl axes, feast like royalty, dance to live music, and camp beneath the stars. Across three unforgettable weekends, the story deepens, the stakes rise, and adventure awaits around every moss-covered corner. 15th -17th August The Big Farm Sleepover, Godstone Farm This overnight adventure lets families enjoy exclusive after-hours animal experiences, family bingo, family treasure hunt, fire-lighting skills, family sandcastle competition, and much more. Wake up to breakfast and three days of farmyard fun in this magical memory-making weekend. 23rd August The Merry Wives of Windsor, The Hawth Illyria Theatre brings Shakespeare’s hilarious tale of love, trickery and revenge to life in this outdoor family-friendly performance. Pack a picnic, bring a blanket, and enjoy classic theatre under the stars—rain or shine! 23rd - 25th August Hever in History at Hever Castle, Kent Step back in time with historic re-enactments, costumed characters, and hands-on activities that showcase the rich past of Hever Castle. This family-friendly weekend includes live combat displays and storytelling perfect for all ages. Get up close to weaponry and suits of armour and try them on for size. 6th September Wicked Sing-Along at Emmetts Garden Settle in for a magical sing-along screening of Wicked in the beautiful surroundings of Emmetts Garden. Arrive early to explore the grounds, enjoy live music, and grab a bite to eat before the film begins. It’s the perfect evening of movie magic and memory-making under the stars. 21st September Run Reigate Join thousands of runners for one of Surrey’s most popular running events! With stunning countryside routes, buzzing race-day atmosphere, and distances for all ages— including a fun Kids Race—it’s a brilliant day out for families 20th September Emergency Services Day, Brooklands Museum See emergency services displays, enjoy go carts, food stalls and family entertainment. Re-live the thrills and glamour of speed and flight, from over 100 years of great British history at Brooklands Museum. Plus Skye, Chase and Marshall from PAW Patrol will be making personal appearances throughout the day. August September 5
WHAT'S ON SAILING THROUGHOUT THE HOLIDAYS! TOWER BRIDGE QUAY, LONDON Join us for a Summer of Play at Nymans and Standen Standen Sat 5 Jul – Sun 7 Sept: 10am–5pm (last entry 4.30pm) Explore the garden, and its winding paths, play in Adventure Corner and discover fun activities in the woodland den, then picnic in the garden. Normal admission applies. Nymans Sat 19 Jul – Fri 5 Sep: 10am–5pm (last entry 4.30pm) Head to Comber’s Field for another fun lled summer. Once again the eld will be lled with activities, games and races, or get den building in the play glade, then picnic in the garden. Normal admission applies. nationaltrust.org.uk/nymans • nationaltrust.org.uk/standen Sponsored by 7469_N&S_R2Go_play_89x129_v1.indd 1 27/05/2025 12:23 6
WHAT'S ON your quest Awaits Escape into another world this August. Cheer on gallant knights, meet curious characters, and dive into quests, falconry, feasting and live music. Join the kingdom for a day of adventure. Where: Loxwood Meadow, West Sussex RH14 0AL When: Weekends, 2–17 August 2025 | 10am–6pm loxwoodjoust.co.uk Open at weekends & school hols - Summer Holiday: 19 July - 7 Sept lkeeper talks lwildlife gift shop lcoffee shop lpicnic areas lfree parking lwheelchair-friendly British Wildlife Centre We’re on the A22, Newchapel, nr Lingfield, Surrey RH7 6LF 01342 834658 britishwildlifecentre.co.uk lScottish wildcats lpine martens ldeer park lowls lfoxes lhedgehogs lred squirrels lotters & more 1 Child FREE with this advert - save up to £10! Valid to Sun 7 Sept 2025 with a full paying adult or senior - No cash alternative - Not valid with other offers One voucher per party - No photocopies - Offer redeemable on the door only, NOT bookable online Over 40 different native species A real natural history experience! 7
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PLACESTO GO Dive into a summer of fun on the farm! Join us for the return of our epic foam party, learn new tricks at our circus sessions, and challen e your family to mini olf. Don't for et to meet the lovable dinosaur Squeak and enjoy crafts, quizzes, and all the usual farmyard fun. Fun for the whole family awaits! 19 July - 31 August Godstone Farm’s Summer of Fun! Includes all the usual farmyard fun! 4 Gently move your hands and feet to help you float. 2 Lean back to keep your mouth and nose out of the water. 3 Push your belly up and stretch out your arms and legs into a star shape. 1 Keep calm. Don’t swim hard. Hold onto anything that floats. 5 Do this until you feel more relaxed. When you’re calm, raise your arm and shout for help. Swim to safety if you can. 6 The RNLI is the charity that saves lives at sea The Royal National Lifeboat Institution, a charity registered in England and Wales (209603), Scotland (SC037736), the Republic of Ireland (CHY 2678 and 20003326), the Bailiwick of Jersey (14), the Isle of Man (1308 and 006329F), the Bailiwick of Guernsey and Alderney, of West Quay Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1HZ If you get in trouble in the water, don’t panic – follow these steps: LEARN TO FLOAT 9
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Finding ways to keep the kids entertained over the summer holidays can feel like a full-time job—but we’ve got you covered! Whether you’re looking for sporty fun, creative workshops, outdoor adventures, or just somewhere brilliant for them to burn off energy, there’s something for every child (and every schedule) in our Holiday Club Round-Up. The Football Fun Factory Weekly training, Holiday Camps, Toddlers Football, Birthday Parties and events. In Crawley, Horsham and Horley for ages 1–12. www.thefootballfunfactory.co.uk Stagecoach Reigate Join us this summer at Stagecoach Reigate, 11th–15th August, for a week of singing, dancing and acting fun! Open to children aged 4–16, students will explore pop hits and musical theatre favourites—building confidence and creativity. The week ends with a spectacular show for family and friends. Book early! www.stagecoach.co.uk/reigate Outdoors Project Inspiring Adventures Clubs for Kids. Fantastic club run by enthusiastic people who genuinely care about the children. Always fun and geared around the children rain or shine! Wonderful themed days from Harry Potter wand making to space missions to den building, each day is different and unique with the Outdoors Project. www.theoutdoorsproject.co.uk/west-sussex Camp Beaumont Throughout the summer if you’re looking for inspiration for the Summer holidays, look no further than Camp Beaumont! Our unrivalled day camps have the perfect mix of sports, crafts and baking activities to entertain every 3 to 14 year old. Programmes are carefully crafted to incorporate activity favourites for everyone, and the chance to discover new interests. Our campers leave with beaming smiles and new-found confidence after having enjoyed the most-rewarding day camp experience. SAVE 10% USING CODE RARING2GO LCA Stage Academy – Musical Theatre Summer Workshop Join LCA’s 5-day workshop (28 July–1 August) in Oxted for singing, dancing and drama fun! Suitable for ages 6–18, with a performance on the final day. Build confidence, make friends and shine on stage in a supportive, creative setting. www.lca-stage.com Rugbytots West Sussex Get ready to run, laugh and score this August at Rugbytots Summer Camps! Packed with high-energy games, rugby skills, and creative crafts, these fun-filled sessions in East Grinstead and Horsham are perfect for children aged 3.5–7 years. Visit www.rugbytots.co.uk or email westsussex@rugbytots.co.uk for more information. Holiday Club Round-Up Keep the Kids Busy This Summer!
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