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Raring2go! WHAT’S ON? 4 raring2go.co.uk 20 – 22 June Solihull Music Festival The landmark free music festival in the heart of Solihull town centre. There will be music of all genres to enjoy at this FREE family event with the main stage in Mell Square and over 15 venues around the town centre hosting the action. The Continental Street Market, organised by RR Events, will also be in town with live music accompanying the delicious market delights. Catch some fantastic artists on the Mell Square stage or enjoy more intimate performances in some of Solihull town centre’s best hospitality venues. All performances are FREE! www.solihullbid.co.uk 4 – 6 July Compton Verney – Children’s Building Society The outdoor build where children are in charge and give jobs to the adults. Children and their grownups will use hammers, saws, drills and wood to construct either a life-size castle, boat or aeroplane. www.comptonverney.org.uk 19 July Weoley Castle – Medieval Day A special event where you’ll learn what life was like in medieval Birmingham with re-enactors, battle displays, guided tours, face painting, Warhammer activities and much more! www.birminghammuseums.org.uk 19 – 20 July Kenilworth Castle – Family History Weekend Get hands on with history at Kenilworth Castle’s Family History Weekend and learn about Elizabeth What’s On? Summer 2025 I’s visit in 1575. Have a go at junior jousting, sword skills training, and explore the castle on a family friendly story walk. www.english-heritage.org.uk 19 July – 1 September Hatton Adventure World – Great Summer Adventure This year, they’re bringing even more excitement to your summer with brand-new attractions, bigger adventures, and all your favourite activities – and there’s plenty more! www.adventure.hattonworld.com 19 July – 1 September Stratford Butterfly Farm – 40th anniversary celebrations This year marks a very special milestone for Stratford-upon-Avon Butterfly Farm who are proudly celebrating 40 years since they first opened their doors to the public. Come and experience the magic, walk among the butterflies, and help us continue our mission of education, conservation, and inspiration. Throughout the summer holidays there will be competitions, butterfly life cycle, minibeast, beetle mania and pupae demonstrations, and the launch of an exciting new exhibition. www.butterflyfarm.co.uk 21 July – 29 August Thinktank - Rocket Lab Mon, Weds and Fri. This summer, come and celebrate the new Space Vaults exhibition with an out-of-this-world rocket-building activity! Get creative with the learning team as you design and construct your very own paper rocket, then put it to the test with a rocket launcher. Use your engineering skills to make it as aerodynamic as possible—how far will it fly? 3…2…1… Blast off! www.birminghammuseums.org.uk 21 July – 31 August Thinktank – Moonbase Construction Zone Unleash your creativity as you use Imagination Playground blocks to design and construct your very own moonbase. Whether you’re a young space enthusiast or a budding engineer, this hands-on activity invites you to think big and dream even bigger. www.birminghammuseums.org.uk

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Raring2go! WHAT’S ON? 6 raring2go.co.uk 21 July – 14 September Wistow Maze Mon 21 July - Sun 31 Aug (daily), then weekends only until Sun 14 Sept. To mark the 200th Anniversary of the modern railway, Leicestershire’s famous Wistow Maze has been designed in the shape of a steam train. The giant 8-acre maize maze has a fun Quiz Trail hidden amongst 3 miles of pathways, with high-level bridges and towers giving stunning panoramic views. Visitors can also take part in a variety of mini mazes and games in the Activity Funyard, which includes a space-hopper track, hoopla, beanbag throwing and a football shooting game. www.wistow.com 22 July – 26 August Weoley Castle – Nature Explorers Every Tuesday. Nature Explorers is back at an allnew venue! A summer of forest fun and adventure with our Forest School certified leaders. www.birminghammuseums.org.uk 22 July – 28 August Thinktank – Stargazers Storytime Tuesdays and Thursdays. A special reading of Look Up! by Nathan Bryon (published by Puffin) and illustrated by Dapo Adeola—a heartwarming and inspiring tale about the power of curiosity, the beauty of the night sky, and the joy of sharing it with others. www.birminghammuseums.org.uk 23 – 27 July Birmingham Museums - Birmingham Jazz and Blues Festival Celebrate the 41st year of the Birmingham Jazz & Blues Festival with a series of pop-up performances What’s On? Summer 2025 across five of the Birmingham Museum sites. Experience live music in these iconic spaces and discover jazz in some of Birmingham’s most beautiful locations. Full Programme: 23rd - Thinktank, 24th - Blakesley Hall, 25th - Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, 26th - Sarehole Mill, 27th - Aston Hall. www.birminghammuseums.org.uk 24 – 26 July Belgrade Theatre – The Koala Who Could Based on the bestselling picture book about taking a chance. An empowering and chuckle-outloud story about embracing change — whether we like it or not. www.belgrade.co.uk 24 July – 28 August Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery – My First Museum Tour Thursdays. Join Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery where they are hoping to give families the opportunity to join a relaxed, child friendly tour of the museum. Discuss what makes a museum, discover part of the history behind the museum, examine the exhibits and most importantly, help to orientate yourselves so that you know how to make the most of your visit. The Museum and Art Gallery has many opportunities for families to enjoy themselves, from reading corners, spaces for drawing, displayed inspirational artwork and to finish it all off, a welcoming cafe. www.birminghammuseums.org.uk 25 July – 29 August Resorts World Birmingham – Dino Fridays Stomp into the Summer holidays with new free dino adventures every Friday. Also hunts, crafts and colouring. www.resortsworldbirmingham.co.uk 29 & 31 July, 12 & 14 August The Chocolate Shed – Chocolate Making Workshops Ideal for any weather, these sessions are a special treat. Each workshop is run with a seasonal twist. Suitable for children of all ages (5-16). Check website for the timing and recommended ages for each session. www.thechocolateshed.com

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Raring2go! WHAT’S ON? 8 raring2go.co.uk 2 August Aston Hall - DESIblitz Truck Art Bus: the Museum on Wheels This summer, Birmingham Museums brings objects and handling pieces to you with a unique cultural experience like no other. In the grounds of Aston Hall, a special free event featuring the vibrant DESIblitz Truck Art Bus, transformed into a mobile museum for the day! www.birminghammuseums.org.uk 2 – 6 August Birmingham Rep – In the Night Garden Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka and friends are back in their fun-filled live show Igglepiggle’s Busy Day! Join Igglepiggle as he looks for his friends in the Night Garden by following their funny sounds until he finds them all! www.birmingham-rep.co.uk 4 – 31 August The Other Place, Stratford-Upon-Avon – The Two Gentlemen of Verona A love triangle, a forest, disguises, and a dog – The Two Gentlemen of Verona has it all. Shakespeare’s gloriously silly story of love, friendship and growing up bursts on to the stage of The Other Place in a new 80-minute edit that’s the perfect introduction to Shakespeare for families. www.rsc.org.uk 5 – 6 August St John’s House – St John’s Playhouse Due to popular demand, they are turning St Johns House into a life size playhouse again this summer. Bring your friends and family for day out and bring a picnic. Play and explore the different themes throughout the house and garden. Take part in crafts, messy play, story time with Warwickshire Libraries, creative building, outdoor games, dressing up and lots more. Where will your imagination take you? Activities suitable for ages 1 – 7 years. Children aged 12+ months need a ticket. Ice creams/lollies, hot and cold drinks will What’s On? Summer 2025 be available to buy, cash only. In the event of wet weather there will be limited indoor spaces for lunch cover. Tickets: £8 per child, £4 per adult + booking fee. Spaces are limited, please book in advance. www.heritage.warwickshire.gov.uk 21 August Thinktank – Stellar Space Day Celebrate the arrival of their newest exhibition, Space Vault, with an out-of-this-world day filled with intergalactic fun and creativity. Whether you’re a budding astronaut, a young space engineer, or simply a starry-eyed explorer, there’s something for everyone at this exciting event. www.birminghammuseums.org.uk 21 – 30 August Birmingham Rep – The Boy With Wings When Tunde sprouts wings and learns that his father is a ferocious alien warrior, he’s all that stands between the galaxy and total destruction – suddenly his parents and school aren’t all he has to contend with. Luckily, his rag-tag group of pals have got his back, and with his new powers, Tunde is ready to fly in the face of danger – this is his destiny. No pressure then… Age 7+. www.birmingham-rep.co.uk 22 – 24 August Silverstone Festival Epic track battles, festival vibes, three nights of great live music, and so much for the whole family to enjoy together. Your August Bank Holiday plans, sorted. www.silverstone.co.uk 23 – 25 August Kenilworth Castle – Knights’ Tournament Go back in time and get up close to the action as rival knights compete in the ultimate test of strength and skill. Four armoured knights and their squires will clash in four gruelling rounds, and you’ll be transported back to the 13th century as you experience the pageantry, excitement and action. www.english-heritage.org.uk

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Raring2go! WHAT’S ON? 10 raring2go.co.uk 31 August Alexandra Theatre – Dinosaurs Live Ever since they were first identified in the 1800s, dinosaurs have sparked the imagination of kids and adults alike and for the first time ever, the worldrenowned Natural History Museum has teamed up with Mark Thompson Productions to take you on a dinosaur adventure like no other. www.atgtickets.com 6 – 7 September Solihull Pride Solihull is set to make history with the launch of its very first Pride event this September, bringing a vibrant celebration of LGBTQ+ culture and diversity to the town centre. A spectacular day of inclusivity, joy, and unity for people of all ages, backgrounds, and identities. The two-day event will offer a series of events and activities, including a colourful What’s On? Summer 2025 parade, live music performances and special guests including award-winning cabaret artist Fatt Butcher and celebrity hairdressers Royston Blythe and Nick Malenko. Visitors will also be able to tickle their tastebuds at the Continental Street Market. www.solihullbid.co.uk 9 October Belgrade Theatre – The Nutcracker Following last year’s phenomenal success, Imperial Classical Ballet is delighted to return to the Belgrade with their breath-taking production of The Nutcracker. www.belgrade.co.uk 14 – 18 October Belgrade Theatre – The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical When 16 year old Percy Jackson discovers that he is the half-blood son of the Greek God, Poseidon, his life takes a dramatic turn as he is plunged into a world much bigger than he could possibly have imagined. Following a record-breaking run in London, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is coming to the Belgrade. www.belgrade.co.uk based at combat sports centre, vulcan road, solihull an imaginative role play centre for under 5 years to book your space visit info@solihullplaytown.co.uk

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Raring2go! WELLBEING 14 raring2go.co.uk 1. Physical Health Naturally, playing sport will help children become physically fitter, and healthier. Athletes who have experienced a multi-sport background tend not to suffer with as many injuries as those who specialise in a single sport. Their range of movements are greater, and their physical fitness is generally more well-rounded. 2. Healthy Relationships Many children make their first true friendships through sport, find their first role models, and learn from examples set out by their coaches. Why is sport so important You could argue that sport is the single biggest contributor to physical and mental development that a child could ever receive. The benefits for your child reach far further than achieving the highest level or the excitement that comes with winning a cup. Here are 5 reasons why you should think about exploring sporting clubs that may suit your child: Sarah Ginn Head Coach of Herefordshire County Cricket Women’s Team. Head of Girl’s Cricket Berkswell CC and Solihull School. Former coach with Warwickshire Cricket Board. Sophie Grovesnor Swimming teacher at Diamond Swim Academy who represented Great Britain at junior and senior level. What do the experts have to say? We asked some local sports coaches for their top tips for children. These are some of the highlights but head to raring2go.co.uk to read the full interviews. Adam Ruckwood Director of Diamond Swim Academy. Swam for Great Britain at 3 Olympics Games. Won Gold in the 200metres Backstroke at the 1994 Commonwealth Games in Victoria, Canada. “Don’t be put off by social factors. Any child can play any sport. If you love doing something – just enjoy it.” “Attitude is everything! A child who does everything right will overtake the talented child if they don’t have the right attitude!” “Always believe. Never lose sight of your dream. Listen to your coach!”

15 Raring2go! WELLBEING for children? 3. Postitive Character Traits Participation in sport provides children with the perfect space to learn positive values, teamwork, fair play and more. Sport continues to contribute to the development of these character traits in children as they grow up. 4. Enhanced Decision Making When children between the ages of 5-11 are exposed to many different sporting activities, the result can be a better overall skillset and ability to perform at a high level. This, in combination with a smarter, more aware decision-making brain. 5. Developing Resilience Even the most talented athletes will experience set-backs and disappointment. Whether it is missing out on being selected for a team, injury or losing an important match, at the time the emotions can be overwhelming. Learning to deal with these feelings and moving forward, however hard at the time, builds a resilience and positivity. Skills that will stay with young players as they grow into adulthood. Spotlight on Girls’ Football With the Lionesses heading to Switzerland this Summer to defend the Women’s Euro’s title that they won in 2022, we spoke to young up and coming footballer, Keira Johnson about her journey so far. Where do you currently play football? I play for the Chelsea FC Academy U16 team. I have been really lucky this season to get the chance to play with the England U16 squad. Why did you choose football as your sport? How did you get started? I started playing football at Balsall and Berkswell Hornets in Solihull and I loved it. I joined a team with U8 boys when I was in Year 2. They trained in the week and played matches at the weekend - It was lots of fun. What has been the highlight of your career so far? Scoring the winning penalty in a semi final against Real Madrid in Spain to take Chelsea u21’s into the final against Barcelona. And playing for England at U16, of course. Who is your sporting hero? I have lots! I really like Keira Walsh as she plays my position. I think all footballers have to put Messi right up there! What advice would you give your younger self as you started your sporting journey? Make sure you enjoy every minute. It’s fun! What can kids learn from being involved in a sport like yours? Lots of things. Playing football teaches you what it means to be part of a team. Working together and sharing the successes and disappointments that come with sport can lead to amazing friendships. Also, hard work and commitment will really pay off – that is true in sport as well as other areas of your life. Is attitude or talent more important to success? I think attitude is most important. You can be really talented but if you’re not willing to put in the training hours you won’t ever get the results you want to make that next step! Chris Mayer Head of Boys’ Hockey at Solihull School. International hockey player for 10 years representing Team GB at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta. ‘Sports like hockey teach teamwork, respect, leadership, accountability and many more important life skills’

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Raring2go! CLUBS & CLASSES 25 MULTI-SPORTS INTRODUCTORY OFFER Something for all the family For further info: 0121 796 1330 | beechcroftsportsclub@gmail.com Beechcroft Multi Sports Club, Beechcroft Avenue, Hall Green B28 9ER SPORTS AVAILABLE TO BOOK: Tennis, pickleball, walking tennis, touchtennis, table tennis, cardio tennis, football, walking football, netball & walking netball. Competitive membership prices with further coaching discounts including family membership. ONLY £30 6 GROUP LESSONS FIRST INTRO LESSON FREE OF CHARGE BOOK TODAY Stagecoach Performing Arts schools are operated under franchise and are independently owned by their Principals. Stagecoach and Creative Courage For Life are registered trademarks of Stagecoach Performing Arts Limited. Singing, dancing and acting classes for 4 - 16 year-olds Giving children and young people the Creative Courage to stand up on stage for over 35 years. stagecoach coleshill enrolling for the neW term stagecoach.co.uk/coleshill 0121 745 4007 coleshill@stagecoach.co.uk Ballet Classes: from the age of 21/ 2 upwards Tap Classes: from the age of 4 upwards Call Kate on 07722 732 678 www.solihullyoungdancers.co.uk TEACHING BALLET AND TAP IN THE BOROUGH FOR OVER 40 YEARS Let’s Dance! Come and join the fun on Saturday mornings from 9.00am at St Helens Church, Solihull

Party Time! Ackers Adventure Make your child’s birthday unforgettable with a party at Ackers! The most popular option is to book your main activity (usually 1 hour 30 minutes) and then add on 30 minutes of tobogganing or a round of disc golf afterwards! Choose from climbing, canoeing, kayaking, bushcraft, archery, orienteering, bellboating, skiing, tubing, tobogganing, disc golf, tower drop and zip wire. www.ackers-adventure.co.uk Solihull Play Town We offer exclusive use birthday parties at Solihull Play Town. You will have a member of staff available to help you organise your day, exclusive 90 min play session for up to 20 children, Mini Disco, Party Invitations, a free return visit for the Birthday Child and free jugs of squash. Catering is available from our café or you can bring your own food. www.solihullplaytown.co.uk AirHop and Rush Trampoline Parks Birthdays just got bouncy. Lots of different packages available to enjoy one of these trampoline parks with your friends. Discounts available for weekday parties. www.airhop.co.uk www.rushuk.com Fired Crafts We put the ART back into Party. Let them get creative with our pottery party. We come to you with all that is needed for them to make a mini masterpiece and return up to 2 weeks later with their gift wrapped party bags with the finished piece inside. Plus a FREE personalised birthday plate for the lucky Birthday Boy or Girl! www.firedcrafts.com Raring2go! PARTIES 26 raring2go.co.uk Team Super Sports Give them the ultimate sports party! Get in touch with the team to start building your child’s dream party. With access to first class facilities and excellent coaches, we can arrange a sports party to meet any/all requirements. www.teamsupersports.co.uk Mini Minds Play Village Looking for a magical, stress-free party that your little one will remember forever? Our Mini Minds Party Package gives you exclusive access to our beautiful Play Village – perfect for fun, imagination, and memorymaking. www.minimindsplayvillage.co.uk

Hatton Adventure World To provide you with the maximum flexibility and choice for your party we have options ranging from Party Venue hire to just admission for the Adventure World at a discounted party price. All party bookings include all day access to Hatton Adventure World for you and your guests, downloadable party invitations, a birthday card for the birthday child with a £5 Hatton voucher (£10 for Members), a pot of animal feed, per paying child (value £1) and access to Super Slide Mania. www.adventure.hattonworld.com The Chocolate Shed Celebrate your child’s birthday this year with a fun, creative and yummy(!) chocolate-making party at The Chocolate Shed. Suitable for children of all ages. Party-goers get to design, create and decorate chocolate pizzas, frogs, pictures, bars or truffles to take home and enjoy. Parties tailored to suit your child’s age & hobbies that will make their chocolate-y dreams come true. Tel: 01564 794718 www.thechocolateshed.com Raring2go! PARTIES 27 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

Whether it’s mud pies, flower pot soufflés or other ghastly garden concoctions, this Small Foot Mud Kitchen invites children to dive into and get creative with hands-on play. Features: | Weather-resistant, durable wooden construction for outdoor fun | Playable from all four sides, perfect for group play |Oven with two realistic clicking knobs two rea | Large mud bowl, small mud pots, and metal owl ge mud bowl, small flower pots included | Recesses, hooks, and storage surface for easy urface organisation | Built-in indestructible wheels for easy mobility s for easy mob Bene ts: | Encourages imaginative and sensory play with natural materials | Supports social interaction and cooperative play | Helps develop  ne motor skills and creativity | Durable design for long-lasting outdoor adventures www.raring2go.co.uk/shop/ £199.00 Price includes VAT and delivery. For Only Buy Now Scan me

Pre-School Stagecoach Stagecoach Mini Stages (for 2 -4 year olds) 45 Minute Classes are a fun and exciting way for you and your child to actively experience the performing arts in a comfortable, relaxed and safe environment. Contact: www.stagecoach.co.uk/solihull Drama Tots Imaginative play classes for Under 5s. Transport children into the wonderful world of their imagination using a combination of props, movement, puppets and music! Our lively classes engage children in both life and learning, increasing their understanding of the world, while developing personal skills such as confidence, self-awareness, communication, language and creative thinking. Rebecca@dramatots.co.uk, 07810815114 www.dramatots.co.uk Rush Trampoline Park – Toddler Takeover Toddler Takeover is for kids ages 1 year to 6 years only so they can jump to their heart’s content in a 100% safe environment. Includes access to the main court, dodgeball courts, basketball court and multi-sports pitch. Extra toys, ride-ons and bubble time at the end of each session. www.rushuk.com Solihull Young Dancers Ballet classes for children aged from 2 ½ years and tap classes from 4 years on. Our lessons focus on strong technique whilst retaining an element of fun to keep the pupils engaged at all times. Contact: kate@solihullyoungdancers.co.uk / 07722 732678 www.solihullyoungdancers.co.uk Raring2go! PRE-SCHOOL Diamond Swim Academy Our focus is on quality rather than quantity and, therefore, our classes have no more than six pupils. Our swimming lessons are open to anyone from the age of 2.5 upwards. Contact: www.diamondswimacademy.co.uk 29 Toddler Thursday: Planetarium On selected Thursdays at Thinktank, inspire your future scientists and astronauts by joining our familyfriendly relaxed Planetarium experience for children aged 12m to 3yrs. Join us as we explore our night sky, look for shapes and patterns in the stars, and use our imaginations to blast off to explore the Solar System! Our adventure will finish with immersive space imagery ideal for your young astronauts! Session lasts for 30 minutes. www.birminghammuseums.org.uk

Raring2go! COMPETITIONS A chance to WIN! 30 raring2go.co.uk Silverstone Festival Win tickets to Silverstone Festival on 22 – 24 August 2025 Closing date 1 August 2025 Play @ Lower Drayton Farm Win a family ticket to visit the farm during the Summer Holidays. Closing date 25 July 2025 Ironbridge Gorge Museums Win an Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust Family PASS PLUS which gives you access to the Trust’s museums for a whole year, plus additional discounts and benefits. Closing date 31 July 2025

Raring2go! COMPETITIONS Competition Winners 31 Silverstone Francesca Jones, Gemma Lindo, Victoria Guymer, Simon Wynne, Justin Smith West Midlands Safari Park Louise Yates Botany Bay Abby Davies, Solihull Lower Drayton Farm Tracy Simpson and Sian Murphy Touchwood Lila, 10, Bishop’s Tachbrook Primary School Wistow Maze Win a family ticket to visit Wistow Maze Closing date 28 July 2025 Aston Villa Ladies Debbie Davies, Cofton Hacket The Elmer Adventure Isabella, 6, Mill Lodge Primary School Enter these and many more competitions online at raring2go.co.uk. Make sure you select where you are to see competitions in your local area. Mini Valley Kids Win a family ticket to play at a Mini Valley Kids session in Stratford Upon Avon Closing date 28 July 2025 COMPETITION TERMS & CONDITIONS: Enter the competitions online at www.raring2go.co.uk/ solihull/competitions. The winner will be the first correct entry or entries drawn at random. No cash alternative. The winner will be notified by phone or email. Full terms and conditions are available online at www.raring2go.co.uk/competition-terms.

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