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Our Multi-Sports Holiday Camp is open to all Primary School children!

From archery, dodgeball and football to golf, laser tag and much, much more, your child will explore a variety of sports, led by our experienced coaches. They'll have a blast while developing their athletic skills. Our state of the art facilities include top of the range sport equipment, our inflatable sports arena, multi-purpose sports hall, basketball court and sports field.

Get Out More has announced its Summer of forest school at Middleton Woods in Ilkley. Its practitioners will have a great mix of nature connection activities, crafts, games and play on offer to engage children 5-11+

Wharfe Valley Active offers structured, instructor‑led Specialist Coaching Courses during the school holidays. Each course focuses on a single activity theme, delivered by qualified coaches/instructors in a safe, friendly environment.
Courses available:
- Sports Coaching Course – Active, engaging sessions developing fundamental movement skills, teamwork and confidence led by NGB qualified staff.
- Arts & Crafts Course – Creative, hands‑on projects designed to inspire imagination and artistic expression.
Book at https://wharfevalleyactive.pembee.app/
50% off your first one day course for new attendees using the discount code- NA2026

Lego • Multi-Activity
Download the flyer at www.inspiration-tree.com

This summer we are excited to be offering more exciting Discovery Days for you and your family to enjoy.
As well as a brand new "Most Wanted Birds" activity trail, we've our popular Adventure Playground, our Water Play Area, a mini trail for younger visitors and lots more!
We also have a fabulous craft activity which can be booked through a link on your ticket confirmation email.

Six weeks of action‑packed favourites like Futsal, Football, Cricket, Dodgeball, Nerf battles, Laser Tag, Slip ’n’ Slide fun, Water Fights, Gymnastics and even explorations through Middleton Woods. Plus, they’ll unleash their creativity with crafts, movies, games, and so much more.

Wharfe Valley Active offers structured, instructor‑led Specialist Coaching Courses during the school holidays. Each course focuses on a single activity theme, delivered by qualified coaches/instructors in a safe, friendly environment.
Courses available:
- Sports Coaching Course – Active, engaging sessions developing fundamental movement skills, teamwork and confidence led by NGB qualified staff.
- Arts & Crafts Course – Creative, hands‑on projects designed to inspire imagination and artistic expression.
Dates: 20th July- 5th August
Booking: Wharfe Valley Active Ltd
Contact: Matt@wharfevalleyactive.co.uk 07999059629
50% off your first one day course for new attendees using the discount code- NA2026

In just one week, children will help create a full show packed with:
💃 Dance 🎭 Drama 🎶 Singing 🎨 Painting backdrops 👑 Making costumes & props 🐉 Building amazing creations — including this year’s giant DRAGON! 🎭
Parents invited to watch the show on the Friday afternoon It’s a fun-filled, creative and action-packed week where children can perform, craft, build and make new friends along the way.
Open to everyone — not just WTA students — so why not bring a friend? Ages 5-16.
Form at https://forms.gle/JccvDCaSCitF2QqC9

Ashlands Summer Holiday Club is open to children in nursery, reception and year 1.

At Ilkley Toy Museum, you can discover the fascinating stories of toys through the ages and some of the children who played with them.
The museum is open Saturdays and Sundays and during August we will be open Thursdays & Fridays in addition.