The summer holidays are here, and parents and carers will find a huge range of activities on offer in Bracknell Forest.
The borough has so many green spaces and parks to explore with fun, free activities to do, from seeing highland cows at Frost Folly to den building at The Look Out.
Parks
Lily Hill Park has:
- carved sculptures such as the Green Man and the Story Telling Throne
- the amphitheatre
- the balance beam tree
- the world’s largest picnic bench.
- brass rubbing wildlife trail
South Hill Park has:
- educational nature trail with wildlife themed wood carvings
- a maze
- play area
- woodlands
Jennett’s Hill has:
- multi-use games areas (MUGAs) including a basketball court
- play areas for all ages
- teenage shelter
- medieval sunken lane
- wildflower meadow
- small pine and broadleaved woodland
- public art sculptures
Summer Reading Challenge
Join up for the free Summer Reading Challenge at our libraries. With a theme of ‘story garden’, children aged four to 11 can discover new books, earn rewards and take part in nature-inspired events and activities.
Family hub summer activities
The family hubs are running a series of fun events for families with young children.
From drop-in family play sessions to Lego Duplo maths sessions, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Coral Reef Waterworld
- swimming pool
- waterslides
- a pirate ship
The Look Out Discovery Centre
The Look Out Discovery Centre has:
- hands on science exhibition (booking required)
- play area
- woodlands to explore
Summer of Fun events
The free Summer of Fun events are being held around the borough. These events, organised by the town and parish councils, include inflatables, circus skills, balloon modelling, side stalls, refreshments and so much more.
Holiday Activities Food Programme
There is also support available for people struggling financially through the holiday activities and food programme (HAF).
The HAF programme is open to children who are registered to receive benefits related free school meals. Activities include:
- sports
- arts and crafts
- performing arts
Cllr Roy Bailey, cabinet member for children and young people, said:
“The summer holidays in Bracknell Forest look set to be fun. We have a fantastic range of free or low-cost activities, for all weather, in Bracknell Forest. It’s always great to see young people having fun and discovering the world around us.”