School’s out! 15 things to see and do in Wincham and Littleborough

Are you wondering how you’re going to keep the kids occupied throughout the entire summer holiday break? While keeping them busy and entertained may be easy for the first week or two, finding activities they haven’t tried before and staying within your budget can be challenging.

To help you out, we’ve spent some time researching some of the local activities in Northwich and Rochdale, more specifically in and around Littleborough and Wincham.

Take a look at our top picks, which have been shortlisted based on variety and the all-important fun factor:

5 ways to keep the kids entertained in and around Littleborough

• Make a splash at Hollingworth Lake Country Park – you can sail, windsurf, paddleboard, kayak and canoe at this award-winning tourist attraction
• Dig out your walking shoes and head to Blackstone Edge – where you can take in the breath-taking views over the valleys, which are even more stunning on a hot summer’s day
• Keep your walking shoes on – and take a trip to Watergrove Reservoir, which is located between Littleborough and Rochdale, and has on-site parking and a picnic spot
• Make friends with all sorts of furry animals at Lancaster Park and Animal Farm – look forward to petting pygmy goats, rabbits, donkeys and ponies at this must-visit venue for animal-lovers of all ages
• Head to Littleborough Coach House and Heritage Centre – where you’ll find an art gallery, craft displays and a café where you can stop off and refuel – the ideal solution if you’re just looking to break up the day with a quick change of scene

5 ways to keep the kids entertained in and around Rochdale

• Sit back with a tub of popcorn and enjoy the latest films – including Lilo & Stitch and Elio at Reel Cinema in Rochdale. The new schedule is released every Tuesday
• Enjoy the stunning sights and sounds at The Healey Dell Heritage Centre and Tea Rooms – with its Edwardian-themed charm and enviable outlook across the banks of River Spodden. Learn all about its history in the Heritage Centre and tuck into a delicious dish from its extensive range of menus, including its Afternoon Tea and Children’s Menu
• Let off some steam at the TeamKarting indoor kart track – the only full-Tarmac and all-petrol go kart indoor carting circuit. Sessions are open to all drivers aged 15 and over
• Get your skates on at Rollercity – the ultimate indoor roller skating experience for people of all ages. Take part in skating lessons, parties and events, including a Taylor Swift-themed session
• Swap skates for bowling shoes – and get a strike or two at Tenpin, which boasts 18 bowling lanes, as well as the interactive 4D experience, laser tag

5 ways to keep the kids entertained in and around Wincham

• Explore Arley Hall’s 15-acre gardens, café, gift shop and children’s play area – and don’t forget to check out their monthly events calendar, which includes outdoor theatre performances and a charity outdoor concert in July, and firework displays, more outdoor theatre and a Great British Motor Show meet in August
• Take a stroll around Marbury Park – and enjoy spectacular views over the water to the church at Great Budworth and explore the arboretum and community orchard. There’s also a play area and a neighbouring picnic spot too, if you want to stay for longer
• Keep cool with a scoop (or two) of delicious real diary ice cream – from Great Budworth Ice Cream Farm. Seasonal activities include a maze trail (open from July until October), while you can always pay a visit to the animal paddocks and meet rare breed chickens, sheep and the farm’s friendly goat, Marty
• Watch the latest film releases at the Odeon Cinema at Barons Quay – which boasts five 3D screens for a fully immersive experience
• Get another animal fix – at Stockley Working Farm, which has something for everyone, including tractor and trailer rides, animal shed visits, pet’s corner, bottle-feeding sessions, sheep racing, bird of prey displays and much more…

We hope you have lots of fun ticking these activities off your list and that you create lots of special family memories in the process.