
Summer of Play at Shell Bay
Wednesday, 30 July 2025
10:00 to 15:00
Wednesday, 06 August 2025
10:00 to 15:00
Wednesday, 13 August 2025
10:00 to 15:00
Wednesday, 20 August 2025
10:00 to 15:00
Wednesday, 27 August 2025
10:00 to 15:00
Type: Sport and Exercise, Walks
Booking Required: No
Bring the whole family out for a fun day playing on the beach this summer at Shell Bay.
Enjoy a range of free games to suit a variety of interests and ages including giant snakes and ladders, badminton, volleyball and sensory play every Wednesday throughout the school summer holidays. (Weather dependant).
Summer of play is sponsored by Starling Bank and Sport England what3words: /// strikes.songs.pool
Suitability
Everyone welcome. Under 18's to be supervised at all times.
Meeting point
On the beach at Shell Bay. Start at Shell Bay National Trust carpark (BH193BA), follow the board walk (next to the toilets) onto the beach, towards the shoreline and turn right.
What to bring and wear
Clothing suitable for the weather. Hats, sunglasses, sun cream and water recommended.
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