Activities for the Bank Holidays

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Activities for The Bank Holidays
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Go for a Picnic A simple and affordable activity
to take part in is, going for a picnic. If the
sun is shining and youre all spent up from
other days out, spend the morning of your day
making triangle sandwiches with a variety of
fillings, a delicious fruit salad and gathering
together lots of your favourite goodies to
create the perfect picnic. Take your picnic to
your favourite childhood park and bring your
loved ones along with you and you can spend the
day relaxing, eating and enjoying fun family
games such as rounders, football and many others.
The flowers are blooming, the days are becoming
sunnier and longer, Spring has arrived. So lets
make the most of your days off during the bank
holidays! Whether the sun is shining or the
clouds are grey, there will always be a fun
activity for you to take part in that will
benefit you and your family and friends.
A Day at The Zoo or an Aquarium Taking the kids
to a zoo or an aquarium will be a memory they
will never forget! This kind of day trip will
show your children a different view of life that
they have never seen before. It will teach them
about different animals other than their pet's,
different habitats, and as well as having an
educational value, seeing all these unusual
animals will be lots of fun. Not only will your
children love and appreciate this day out, but
you as a parent will love it also because no
matter how old you are, going to the zoo or an
aquarium, takes you to a different place that is
full of life and you will learn things that you
might have never known before.
A Trip to The Museum Dont let a rainy day ruin
your fun and take a trip to a local museum! If
you have an interest in art, science, history or
pretty much any other topic, do some research
and find a museum that catches your eye and
enjoy a day viewing and learning about a subject
you are passionate about and expand your mind
to help you see life from a different
perspective. Going to a museum is not only a
trip that you are able to enjoy, but that can
educate your younger ones too.
A Bike Ride in a Country Park A great way to both
enjoy yourself and get plenty of exercise is by
taking a scenic bike ride. When all the flowers
have begun to bloom and the trees are beginning
to gain all their pretty leaves again, what
better way to enjoy those views than to ride
alongside it? Making sure you gather together
all the right essentials such as snacks, plenty
of water, bike locks and so on, start your
little adventure with your favourite people.
A Day at a Theme/Amusement Park If you and your
family are wanting that little bit more of an
adventurous day out and are wanting to feel that
adrenalin-rush kind of feeling, then hit your
closest theme park! A day full of rides, fun and
laughter is a perfect way to connect with your
family members whilst also having an experience
of a lifetime. There are many opportunities you
can take when you visit a theme/amusement park
such as trying new foods, taking great photos,
having a break from reality and stepping into a
different world for the day, creating incredible
memories and not forgetting of course, the
fantastically scary rides you can try out!
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The Perfect Lazy Day Have you had a few busy and
adventure-filled days over the weekend, well now
you can have the perfect lazy day in your own
home! Create your own home cinema and enjoy a
day relaxing with the family. All you need to do
is grab some of your favourite snacks and
drinks, select a few of everyones most loved
films, turn the lights off and close the living
room curtains, now get cosy and enjoy. It
doesnt stop there either, there are still many,
many exciting options to choose from to make the
most of your bank holiday. All you must do is a
little bit of research and find an activity that
interests you and enjoy your few days away from
reality! Thank-you for Listening! The Square Peg
Colchester Square Lochgilphead, Argyll PA31 8LH