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It can be tricky keeping the kids occupied through the summer holidays, and days out can be pricey when schools are off. I've put together this post with some of the best cheap days out to keep the kids happy this summer. If you're worried you won't get abroad, there are plenty of fun-filled family days out right here in the UK, from safari parks and farms to theme parks and aquariums!
There's a mix of indoor and outdoor options to suit the unpredictable British weather, and there are some great savings on a real mix of activities, so there should be something to please everyone.
BuyaGift have some great options when it comes to family days out. Whether it's going go-karting, out for afternoon tea or to an alpaca farm, there are plenty of options to keep the kids happy over the summer holidays.
Look out for any offers on the days out as you can get a great saving. When you're buying a voucher, make sure you select the E-voucher at check out and then print it off yourself at home - this will save on paying the postage!
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You can get up to 50% off 1,000s of family days out, up to 50% off or kids eat free at popular restaurants, up to 50% off holidays and hotels, 24/7 cinema discounts and more, with a £1 kids pass 14-day trial!
This is a rolling subscription, and you will be charged £4.99 per month unless you cancel at the end of the 30-day trial.
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The cinema is a great way to keep the kids entertained if there's any bad weather over the summer holidays. However, it can be pretty pricey! Vue offer mini mornings where they show a number of films for kids.
These mornings run every every day in the school holidays from 10am, with both adults and kids tickets from £2.49 (make sure you book ahead online for this price).
See what's playing this week HERE
If your kids love animals, the Knowsley Safari Park is a good one to add to the summer holidays bucket list. Kids can see lions, tigers, mini sea lions, meerkats and more, and make lifelong memories along the way!
Tickets are heavily discounted if you book online, for example, a family of 4 (2 adults and 2 kids) reduced from £68 to £40 - prices vary depending on the day you want to go.
If your kids love bowling, TenPin Bowling have some fantastic summer offers going. You can get 1 game and a burger meal for just £5, 1 family game of 4 for just £23.50, or 2 games and a burger meal for £10 on Thursdays.
Take a look at their site to see which deal works best for you.
Drayton Manor is a fun-filled day out for the whole family. There are over 100 rides and attractions, and there's also a 15 acre zoo, so there should be something to please everyone. If you've got any younger kids, under 2's can enter for FREE and they'll love exploring Thomas Land.
If you're planning a visit, make sure you book ahead online to save money on the ticket fees. To get the discounted rate, you need to book online before 10am on the day of your visit.
If you're planning on treating the kids to a Legoland trip this summer, make sure you book ahead online. You can save £30.49 per ticket if you book ahead! You'll get the best deals if you book at least 7 days in advance.
Legoland is jampacked with family fun, and your kids will love exploring all the different rides and attractions.
Another great Cinema offer, if you fancy treating the kids to a cinema trip and don't want to spend a fortune, ODEON Kids is worth a look.
The offer runs every day in the school holidays (it's worth checking before hand as holidays do vary), and adults pay kids' rates at these special screenings!
If you want to treat the kids to a day out at the theme park, Gulliver's have 5 locations. Designed for kids up to 12 years old, it's a great one to go for if your kids aren't ready for the bigger theme parks.
You can save on tickets if you book ahead online - the best prices are when you book at least 2 days before - and if you fancy staying for 2 nights or more at a Gulliver's Theme Park Resort, you can save 25%! The offer is valid at all four resorts, and you don't need a code, the discount will apply automatically.
With a Little Bird membership, you can save on cinema trips, days out, holidays and restaurant prices. Current promotions include savings on Legoland, Backyard Cinema, the Tower of London and more! You can try the Little Bird card for just £1, and then after that it's £35 for the year.
Groupon always have a range of activities and offers, so it's worth a look to see if there's anything good available in your area. By the search bar you'll see the location search, so just put in your area and you can browse through the activities for kids that are currently on offer. You can see in Sheffield there's everything from Water Park Adventures to Zippos Circus!
I think they are still expensive days out. I'm looking for free things to do or max £10.
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