Kidding Around Essex - Summer Guide 2026

A curated guide to 30+ family days out in Essex, helping you spend less time planning and more time making memories this summer.

Planning six weeks of school holidays can feel overwhelming. Hours disappear researching family days out, comparing prices, checking reviews and wondering whether somewhere is actually worth the trip.

That’s where this guide comes in.

I’ve spent years exploring Essex (and beyond!) with my family, and I’ve brought together 30+ handpicked family adventures I’d genuinely recommend to other parents.

Inside you’ll find:

☀️ Outdoor adventures

🌧️ Rainy day inspiration

💷 Ideas for a range of budgets

⭐ My honest verdicts and top tips

⏰ Suggested time to allow

👧 Recommended age ranges

🎟️ Direct booking links and some discount codes

🎥 Bonus links to many of my Instagram reviews, so you can see the attractions before you visit (these are optional and intended to complement the guide).

This isn’t a directory of every attraction in Essex. It’s a carefully curated collection of places I’ve personally visited and would happily recommend to friends.

If you’re ready to spend less time researching and more time making memories with your family this summer, I hope this guide helps make planning your next adventure that little bit easier.

Please note: Information is correct to the best of my knowledge at the time of publication (Summer 2026). As attractions can change opening times, prices and facilities, please check directly with the venue before travelling.

File format: PDF (Clickable links included)

Pages: 38

Edition: First Edition • Summer 2026

Ami

@kidding_around_essex