Sparkling skies and warmer days plus quality time with the family can only mean one thing. Summer is finally upon us. What could be a more perfect way to ensure it's a summer to remember than taking part in National Trust Cymru's Summer of Play? Packed with competitive family sports, families can participate in a sports day, play a thrilling round of crazy golf, have fun on a farm and even help to rescue some escaped zoo animals.
This year, Starling Bank is sponsoring the charity's Summer of Play events, meaning many of your favourite places in South Wales have new and exciting activities for the whole family to delight in. Are you ready for a jam-packed summer of fun? Dyffryn Gardens, Cardiff For some light-hearted family competition, get active outdoors with badminton on the lawn and table tennis in the Cloisters in the Dyffryn Garden Games. Don’t forget to take a team photo on the winner’s podium! Tredegar House, Newport In the 1930's, The Morgan family kept a zoo in the Orangery Garden, which was home to kangaroos, snakes, and even a lovely honey bear.
Imagine if they escaped! Can you find where they’re hiding with the help of their keeper, Mr Pitt? You’ll also find summer games in the garden, nature play in the jungle and dressing up in the house. Powis Castle and Garden, Welshpool Enjoy a fun-filled summer with the Festival of Archaeology, crazy golf in the Wilderness and games on the Great Lawn, including badminton, croquet and swing ball. Don’t miss the two .
