Summer Family Days Out - East of England
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If you are looking for a family-friendly day out in the East of England, then here are some ideas for you!
Enjoy Theatre in the Forest
Theatre in the Forest is perfect for all ages and a great way to introduce children to Shakespeare! The stunning National Trust site of Sutton Hoo is the perfect backdrop for a magical evening enjoying Shakespeare as the sun goes down and the stars appear. This year, the Theatre in the Forest is Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare. Brought to you by Red Rose Chain’s Theatre in the Forest returns this summer to Sutton Hoo, the beautiful at the heart of the Suffolk Coast. Co-directed by David Newborn and Katy Latham, and with a cast of Red Rose Chain’s core actors, Twelfth Night will be in memory of Jo, using her adaptation from her 2011 production and her unique Theatre in the Forest style.
Info: 22 July–22 August 2026, Performances Tuesday – Saturdays. Show starts at 7.30pm.
Tickets: £33 | Over 65: £28 | Under 16s: £13.12 | Concessions*: £15. Use code NATASHARRC to get 10% off tickets. https://www.redrosechain.com/twelfthnight/
Smoke and Fire Festival
If you only visit just one food festival- make it Smoke and Fire Fire — the ultimate celebration of BBQ, live fire cooking, street food and family fun. Experience live music, top BBQ and fire chefs, BBQ Alley, Extreme Eating Contests, award-winning street food, artisan stalls, and a brilliant Kids Zone with FREE activities. Dive into bold flavours, unforgettable demos on the Feast from the Fire Stage , and the full energy of the festival that sets the standard for BBQ in the UK.
Eat your way around the world with award-winning street food exhibitors and shop till you drop at the retail village. Live music is available throughout the day, with rides and entertainment for the kids. The perfect family day out.
Info: Sat 15th–Sun 16th August 2026. Tickets: from £7.86 for child's ticket, 6 yrs -13yrs.
Snape Maltings Summer Trail
A fun, free way for little adventurers to explore Snape Maltings. Collect a map from the Visitor Centre to find out more. There are also RSPB Family Wildlife Walks available from £7.25.
Info: free. www.brittenpearsarts.org
Junior Adventure Days
Enjoy a Junior Adventure Day with East Coast Adventures at Easton Farm Park. Throughout the school holidays, children can explore everything Easton Farm Park has to offer on Junior ECA Days (Aged 7+).
The 'Main Adventure' changes each day including:
Archery Raft Building Bushcraft Paddle Boarding Woodland Pizza Making Kayaking Old School Sports Day Archery Tag Axe Throwing Mountain Biking Teambuilding Challenges Geotagging/Orienteering
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