{"id":4440,"date":"2022-08-02T11:23:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-02T10:23:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/?p=4440"},"modified":"2022-10-24T19:12:44","modified_gmt":"2022-10-24T18:12:44","slug":"summer-holiday-fun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/woodstravel.co.uk\/blog\/2022\/08\/02\/summer-holiday-fun\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer Holiday Fun"},"content":{"rendered":"

The schools have broken up and the summer holidays are here and another 5 weeks of glorious weather (we hope) to keep the family entertained and find new and exciting places to visit.<\/p>\n

Whether you are looking for ideas for the children, grandchildren, other family members and, of course, yourself, we still have spaces on some of our terrific summer day excursions.  From monkeying around in Dorset, a walking safari in Hampshire, awaken your senses with the smell of garlic, or experience the noise of steam engines!  We’re sure children, and adults, of all ages will enjoy a day out at one of the many attractions on offer.<\/p>\n

With local pick-up points and luxury coach travel and entry fees included in the price, you are free to relax and enjoy your day from start to finish.  Here is just a small selection:<\/p>\n

MONKEY WORLD<\/h3>\n

Wednesday 10th August<\/h4>\n

\"\"<\/a>  Monkey World \u2013 Ape Rescue Centre is a wonderful day out for all the family. The 65-acre park is home to the stars of TV\u2019s \u2018Monkey Life\u2019 and \u2018Monkey Business\u2019, providing sanctuary for rescued and endangered primates from around the world.<\/p>\n

Some are now part of international breeding programmes for endangered species including Europe\u2019s official orang-utan cr\u00e8che!   The woolly monkeys are also thriving, and earlier this year the centre welcomed the birth of two new babies who are doing well.<\/p>\n

ISLE OF WIGHT GARLIC FESTIVAL<\/h3>\n

Saturday 20th August<\/h4>\n

\"\"<\/a>Come to the multi award-winning farm that produces Britain\u2019s most pungent garlic and enjoy one of the Isle of Wight\u2019s most popular family events. Watch demonstrations by star chefs, live entertainment, sample local fayre and browse the craft and produce stalls. A real day out for garlic lovers!<\/p>\n

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MARWELL ZOO<\/h3>\n

Friday 12th August<\/h4>\n

Enjoy a day at Marwell Zoo<\/a> and get closer to the wonders of the natural world, set in 140 acres of Hampshire countryside. See hundreds of animals including giraffes, tigers, hippos and penguins. You can also listen to the daily talks, watch animal feeds and take a free road-train ride around the zoo.  There\u2019s adventure play areas for young visitors, caf\u00e9s and a gift shop.<\/p>\n

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GREAT DORSET STEAM FAIR<\/h3>\n

Saturday 27th August<\/h4>\n

The Great Dorset Steam Fair is a typically British event o\ufb00ering a unique blend of nostalgia and entertainment. The show grows every year and new features join the 2000 working exhibits (including 200 working steam engines) on the incredible 600-acre showground. There\u2019s something for everyone, whatever your interests \u2013 whether you\u2019re a collector, a steam fanatic, a music lover or a heavy horse fan.<\/p>\n

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Pick up points include: Chichester, Rose Green, Aldwick, Bognor Regis, Felpham, Littlehampton, Rustington and Gording-by-Sea.<\/strong><\/p>\n

For further information regarding any of our day excursions, visit our website<\/a> or call our friendly sales team on 01243 868080.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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