LWPS Families - Summer Activity Information Board by Susannah

Free annd Low Cost Family Summer Holiday Activities

susannahjeffriesLWHT — 2026-06-23 15:35:10 UTC

You never know how the British weather will go! Will it rain? Will it shine? Either way, we have plenty going on across the city this summer holidays for the whole family to enjoy. You can find a list of free and low-cost activities to do during the summer holidays on the Family Holiday Activities webpage of the Support for Families website. The City of Edinburgh council are updating the webpage all the time, so please keep checking back in for new activities.

Edinburgh.gov.uk/familyholidayactivities

susannahjeffriesLWHT — 2026-06-23 16:30:49 UTC

Hello Summer!

susannahjeffriesLWHT — 2026-06-23 16:32:57 UTC

At this time of year we receive lots of information about activities which are available to families in the area.

We have therefore gathered information in one place for your reference.

We are not specifically recommending these activities as we have not had the opportunity to visit the providers or quality assure them.

We are just sharing information that might be of interest.

Best wishes, #TeamLWPS

susannahjeffriesLWHT — 2026-06-23 16:35:34 UTC

A History Mystery is an exciting, interactive children’s theatre adventure for ages 6–10, designed to make history fun and engaging! This unique production blends storytelling, puzzles, and audience participation as young detectives uncover fascinating secrets from the past. When the mischievous Tick Tock Taker—a villainous time-thief—starts stealing moments from history, the gang must leap through time to restore the past and protect our future. Packed with laughter, surprises, and hands-on fun, this show invites kids to join the quest to save history itself.

Perfect for curious minds and families looking for an unforgettable experience!

Tickets available here: A History Mystery | Edinburgh Festival Fringe

Support for Families

susannahjeffriesLWHT — 2026-06-23 16:37:04 UTC

Check out the other Support for families webpages for lots of other supports and activities provided by different organisations throughout the year.

For supporting children and young people with Mental Health and wellbeing,

visit the Mental health and wellbeing webpages.

If you need any help finding support for you or your child, please email

supportingparentsandcarers@edinburgh.gov.uk

Summer Basketball Camp

susannahjeffriesLWHT — 2026-06-23 16:38:03 UTC

The West Edinburgh Warriors Summer Basketball camp will run at Tynecastle High School from Monday 3 August to Friday 7 August, all details and booking links can be found: https://westedinburghwarriors.com/holiday-camps/

Summer Reading Activities

susannahjeffriesLWHT — 2026-06-23 16:48:07 UTC

Pulse of the Place Drum Club

susannahjeffriesLWHT — 2026-06-23 16:50:30 UTC

We recently ran some drumming workshops at Leith Walk Primary. We are currently setting up a free Drum Club for children P5 and older. The club will run on a Monday 4:45 to 5:45pm. Venue is still to be confirmed however it will run in the Leith Area.

Places will be limited so if you are interested please complete the registration form and we will email to confirm a place and the venue. The group will start after the summer holidays.

Registration form link: https://forms.gle/f36PusLXooB19Roy5

McDonald Road Library Events

2026-06-24 21:01:35 UTC

Lots of events at our local library linked to the Summer Reading Challenge: https://talesofonecity.wordpress.com/2026/06/23/get-ready-for-the-2026-summer-reading-challenge/

Swimming - it's out of Edinburgh but Perth leisure Pool kids swim free over the school holidays. Also kids travel for £1 on the train and the pool is 10 mins walk from the station. It's got flumes, toddler area and a small river rapids and bubble beds.

2026-07-03 18:45:46 UTC

Weekly crafts at the National Library

2026-07-04 06:26:52 UTC

Free craft sessions every Wednesday afternoon in July.

https://www.nls.uk/whats-on/cloudy-crafts/?d=20260708