Maidstone, Kent
Most schools across the South East break up for the summer holidays on Friday 23rd July 2021, returning on Thursday 2nd September 2021. The summer holidays also include the August Bank Holiday weekend which always sees a host of events, family activities and music festivals running across the destination. There is plenty to be excited about this summer, and the with the weather forecast looking good too, there will be lots of things to keep everybody entertained over the six weeks.
South East England covers the nine counties and as a destination there is a host of outdoor events and indoor activities on offer this summer holiday. Our online calendar features an ever-growing list, with a mix of events to suit all tastes and budgets, from family friendly activities, informative exhibitions, value added experiences and internationally renowned events, that hopefully will be back welcoming hundreds of visitors to the South East. To find something near you in a specific county, use the links below or try a date search if you are looking for something to fill a quiet day.
Don't forget that you can also take advantage of many of the free things to do across the destination, so the six weeks school holidays doesn't have to cost the earth and our rainy day and sunny day guides will help ensure you enjoy a great day out whatever the English weather brings.
Take a look at our featured things to do below!
Find hundreds more events and things to do in Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Sussex, Kent, Surrey, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire this Summer Holiday and August Bank Holiday weekend in our guide below. Whether you're looking for something near you, or if you are travelling to a part of South East England for a short break or day trip, use the 'map view' button to find something local.
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Exhibitions
Maidstone
A magnificent tournament was held over 500 years ago in 1520 between Henry VIII of England and the French King, Francis I. The intention was to increase the bonds of friendship between the two countries. They met in a field near Calais to enjoy…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Beaulieu
A fantastic day of activities for all on a Woodland Adventure Day with New Forest Activities. During the morning you'll get the chance to light a fire and build a woodland shelter before testing your aim with a bow. In the afternoon you'll explore…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Beaulieu
Bask in the warmth of a beautiful sunset on the Beaulieu River this summer with New Forest Activities. Chase the warm glow of the sun's last rays of the day as they settle on the river's calm waters. You'll want to take your cameras, as the Beaulieu…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Beaulieu
Escape the 'buoys' for a while, grab your paddles and head out on the water with New Forest Activities! During their ladies-only paddles, you'll receive expert guidance from one of their awesome female instructors to help you get to grips with…
Exhibitions
Haywards Heath
See the historic garden transformed into a stunning outdoor gallery with a carefully curated exhibition of figurative and abstract work.
Opening on 7th May, the sculptures will be strategically placed throughout the 17-acre formal Garden, working…
Exhibitions
Woodstock
The Churchill Exhibition features a mix of historic artefacts and new technology, documenting key aspects of the adventurous life of Sir Winston Churchill, the famous wartime leader and writer. With photographs, letters, artefacts and excerpts from…
Exhibitions
Woodstock
Blenheim Palace have created an immersive and interactive experience in the Palace's historic stable block showcasing the importance of horses at Blenheim through the centuries. We have restored the original tack room and recreated the stable office…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Eastbourne
Offering panoramic views across the seafront to the South Downs the Eastbourne Eye, a 35 metre tall big wheel, offers unbeatable views and is fun for all ages!
Tickets cost just £4.50 per child and £6 per adult, with family tickets available for…
Exhibitions
Gillingham
This exhibition will explore the history of the Mahdiyya period in Sudan by drawing on the museum's unique collection of Sudanese artefacts, documents and photographs.
The Mahdiyya, a religious and political movement launched in 1881, seized power…
Heritage & History
Ditchling
Taking a Line for a Walk: John Vernon Lord and Friends
Visit the beautiful village of Ditchling this summer and see the work of one of the country's most celebrated illustrators John Vernon Lord, alongside work for children by his students and…
Tour
Waddesdon
Every Wednesday from 26 May to 13 October 2021.
£50 per person including a shuttle bus ride from the visitor car park to Eythrope, Afternoon Tea in the Manor Restaurant and complimentary admission to the Grounds.
Morning Tour: Arrive at…
Other
Bracknell
Looking for something to do for a party, corporate team building, or school holidays?
Bracknell's newest and most immersive Escape Room. 60 MINUTES OF FULLY IMMERSIVE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT LIES AHEAD! Get Locked into one of our realistic rooms with…
Festival
Edenbridge
Welcome to the 2021 Hever Festival. It's our largest festival ever with even more of your favourites – music acts, theatre, family shows, operas, Gilbert and Sullivan and films. We offer a full programme of vibrant and varied performances across 4…
Exhibitions
off the High Street, Gosport
An exhibition featuring scenes of Gosport past and present in paint by artists Neil Marshall and David Whitson.
See how the landscape of Gosport has inspired two local artists with very different styles. The works depict Gosport decades apart and…
Extreme Sports
Romney Marsh
Enjoy the lake with Family and Friends. The Aqua Park, Fun Rides and Standup Paddle Boards.
Watersports Fun for Everyone, all ages welcome from 6 to 60+
Exhibitions
Beaulieu
Sculpture at Beaulieu returns in 2021, featuring the works from international and national sculptors from 19th June – 30th August.
Following the success of Sculpture at Beaulieu in 2019, the event returns and features a unique collection of works…
Arts
St Faith's Street, Maidstone
A spectacular free public art installation is coming to Maidstone in the summer of 2021! From 19th June to 22nd August a herd of fabulously colourful and unique elephants will take you on a free walking trail around our beautiful County town of…
Childrens Events
Farnham
Leading agricultural toy brand, Britains has teamed up with The Rural Life Living Museum in Surrey, to create a unique experience to be enjoyed by the whole family – just in time for the summer months.
For three months, visitors to the farm will…
Music
Lower Beeding, Horsham
Enjoy a series of summer evenings with popular classical favourites.
Set amongst the stunning Grade I listed lakes and gardens landscape, this unique Summer Concert Series will take place within the beautiful atrium of Leonardslee House. …
Childrens Events
Mannings Heath, Horsham,
As part of our Multi-Sport Camp Program, we have teamed up with local Multi-Sport Camp Experts Mig Adams and Georgie Adams.
Enjoy a full and varied multi-sports holiday camp programme with experienced coaches and PE instructors.
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