Summer Sports Day
Have fun with the family, the staff and the volunteers of the lighthouse on the last day of the Summer Holidays with our Summer Sports Day.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
No one likes the summer holidays finishing, but it's always better if they can end on a high note. We like some fun too, so join the staff and volunteers of the lighthouse in some activities, with a sports day theme, including egg and spoon races, tug of war, sack races and lots more. Part of our Summer of Play activities.
Times
The basics
- Suitability
Supervised children are welcome
- Meeting point
In the grounds of South Foreland Lighthouse
- What to bring and wear
Please come dressed for the weather (and perhaps for getting a bit muddy!).
- Accessibility
Some activities may be suitable for wheelchair users, such as quoits, etc.
- Other
Free event, no need to book, just turn up. Normal parking charges apply. There is no public vehicle access to South Foreland Lighthouse; please park at the White Cliffs or our additional parking area and walk across to the Lighthouse. If you are a blue badge holder, please telephone the Lighthouse office in advance for directions. Events are subject to weather conditions and availability. Summer of Play is sponsored by Starling Bank.
Upcoming events
Summer of Play at South Foreland Lighthouse
This summer, join us for South Foreland's Family Festival Fun. We've got sports day games, nature activities, and you can 'chill out' with some mindful activities. Or, book a lighthouse tour or scan your membership card for our luxury zone.
Family Nature Art Activities at South Foreland
Join us for a drop-in session of fun short walks and activities throughout the day, for the young and young-at-heart. We've a microscope, nature pictures, and butterfly and bug mobiles, dreamcatchers, collages and models for you to make and take.
Storytelling with Viv at South Foreland Lighthouse
Does your child like a good story? Then bring them along to one of our Summer of Play storytelling events. We've some lovely, captivating stories to tell - and a lovely place to tell them in.
SE Kent Astronomical Society
Interested in stargazing? We have a special visit from the SE Kent Astronomical Society, who will bring some of their lovely telescopes and show us how astronomy can be enjoyed safely in the daytime too.