Things to do in Worcestershire Summer holidays 2025
With the Worcestershire summer holidays 2025 rapidly approaching, it’s time for a list of things to do in the area. Lots of attractions have events taking place this year, both indoors and outside. From family trails to fun days and activity camps, there’s lots to see and do around Worcestershire. If you’re on a budget, check out my post about free things to do in Worcestershire as well.
This post covers the Worcestershire area only. If you are looking for days out during the summer holidays in nearby counties, please see below:
All Things Wild
Enjoy a wild summer of fun this school holidays at All Things Wild. Animal encounters, outdoor fun and activities will entertain both children and adults. Foam parties, a dinosaur train ride, scavenger hunts and a nature trail are on offer, alongside animal encounteres and pond-dipping sessions. There are both indoor and outdoor play areas and all activities are included in the admission price.
Dates: 19th July to 31st August 2025.
Website: All Things Wild
Croome (National Trust)
Enjoy a summer of play this year at Croome, with a focus on biodiversity and bugs. Fairground games, creative workshops and a miniature theatre are on the agenda. Play zones encourage the whole family to participate in hte activities. Workshops follow a different theme each week with topics including printmaking, reading challenges, pond dipping and photography. There’s even bug-themed yoga in the rotunda and indoor art and craft activities. Summer of fun entertainment is included in the normal admission price.
Dates: 19th July to 31st August 2025.
Website: Croome National Trust.
Ice Quest Malvern
Get competitive and battle it out with lasers on a journey of lights, smoke and sound. If that’s not for you, try ice skating or team up for an escape room. Ice Quest Malvern has plenty of action-packed activities for the whole family.
Website: Ice Quest Malvern
Museums Worcestershire
Each of the Museums Worcestershire venues has different events taking place on various days during the Worcestershire school summer holidays 2025. Brief details are below but do check their website for specifics.
Hartlebury Castle:
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 29th July to 28th August – hands-on summer fun: Find out what it would have been like to be a past inhabitant of the castle. Handle historical objects, dress up and try out traditional activities from boot cleaning to butter patting.
Tuesdays to Sundays 29th July to 31st August – Orchard sand pit: Complete with sand toys for the kids and deck chairs for the grown ups.
26th July to 31st August (closed on Mondays) – family trail: Find out more about Worcestershire’s history on a trail around the Bishop’s Palace and the county museum.
Commandery:
Wednesdays from 23rd July to 27th August – Buccaneer bootcamp: Find out what life was like as a pirate. Walk the plank, scrub the deck, climb the rigging, load a cannon and make a parrot. More pirate activities take place on Monday 25th August, including an inflatable pirate run in the gardens.
Family pirate ship trail: 19th July to 31st August (closed Mondays) – Follow the trail around the building looking for 3D pirate ships. There’s a reward at the end.
Worcester City Art Gallery:
Thursdays from 24th July to 28th August – Interactive 90s Art workshops
19th July to 31st August – 90s activity bags: Pick up your bag from the shop and take it to the activity space where you can decorate a snap band, make a fortune teller from paper and create a 90s collage.
5th July to 7th September – Family trail: Find out about popular films and television shows from the 90s as you follow the trail looking for letters to spell out a word.
7th and 28th August – Dress up in your best 90s outfit and enjoy a 90s inspired party: This is aimed at children aged under 8 years old.
Website: Museums Worcestershire
Severn Valley Railway Worcestershire summer holidays 2025
Various things take place at the Severn Valley Railway this summer, all under the umbrella of the Summer Family Fun event.
Tuesdays to Thursdays throughout the school holidays: Learn to be a trainee at Highley engine house. Activities include games themed around steam, the chance to get on the footplate of an engine, sorting mail and travelling in a mail carriage. Plus, play with the miniature trains.
26th and 27th July: Swingin’ 60s weekend
2nd and 3rd August: Brick weekend
9th and 10th August: Vintage transport extravaganza
16th August: Singin’ on the train
23rd and 24th August: Art and craft fayre at the engine house.
Website: Severn Valley Railway.
The Buzz Worcester
Jump around and burn off some energy at The Buzz in Worcester. This inflatable adventure will keep kids of all ages entertained. Take on the course as a family or group of friends. Do a time trial to become the best bouncer, challenge your friends or team up.
Website: The Buzz.
Tudor House Museum
The Tudor House Museum in Worcester is a fascinating glimpse into the city’s past. The house was built in the 16th century and has been restored to its original Tudor style. Visitors can explore the various rooms and see the furniture, paintings, and other objects that would have been used during this time period.
23rd and 30th July: Learn about Worcester’s wool and weaving industry on a museum tour.
24th to 26th July and 14th to 16th August: Make yourself a Victorian-style ice cream and learn about Victorian inventions.
31st July and 21st to 23rd August: Take part in Tudor games, do some Tudor clay modelling and make a replica Tudor coin or toy out of clay.
7th and 28th August: Learn about World War II codebreakers, crack codes yourself and create a code book.
16th and 23rd August: See re-enactors dressed in Tudor costume and talk to them about the era.
Website: Tudor House Museum.
West Midlands Safari Park Worcestershire summer holidays 2025
As well as the usual family fun at West Midlands Safari Park, they will be running the following events on selected dates:
Superhero Summer – 1st to 31st August: Find out about the park’s conservation partners with shows, competitions and trails.
Holiday clubs for 7 to 12 year olds
7th and 12th August: Spend the day at the park and learn about the role of a zookeeper.
20th August: Carnivore day – learn about carnivores and their threats.
Website: West Midlands Safari Park.
Review: Plutonium Sox review of a family day out at the West Midlands Safari Park.
Witley Court (English Heritage)
There are no specific Summer holiday events listed for Witley Court in 2025. However, visitors can explore the gardens and play areas, take a look around the ruins and watch the impressive fountain. Great Witley Church is right next to Witley Court, along with a lovely little tearoom. Neither are managed by English Heritage but both are well worth exploring while you’re there.
Website: English Heritage Witley Court.
Review: Plutonium Sox review of a dog friendly family day out at Witley Court.
Your summer holiday guide for Worcestershire is a fantastic resource for families looking to explore the area! From the dino adventures at All Things Wild to the exciting escape rooms at CyberQ, there’s something for everyone. The variety of activities, including outdoor play at Croome and the interactive experiences at Severn Valley Railway, promises a fun-filled summer. Thanks for highlighting so many engaging options
Thank you, Natalie, for this fantastic guide to Worcestershire’s summer holiday activities! The variety is impressive—fun outdoor adventures at Croome, unique learning experiences like the Wild Keeper Academy, and family-friendly attractions such as Hartlebury Castle and the Severn Valley Railway. Your inclusion of budget-friendly options and links to nearby counties is super helpful. This is a great resource for planning a memorable summer. Well done!