Grab your buckets and spades – Solihull’s very own slice of seaside will soon be back in town.
Touchwood’s much-loved free urban beach is making its triumphant return to Theatre Square from Saturday 18th July right through to Monday 31st August, bringing with it a bumper “Summer Sessions” programme of entertainment for the whole family.
Dubbed “Costa Del Solihull”, the sandy hotspot offers something increasingly precious these days: a genuinely free, screen-free way to fill those long summer holiday afternoons. With six weeks of school holidays stretching ahead and the age-old parental puzzle of “what do we do today?” looming large, Touchwood reckons it has the answer, and it doesn’t involve a single tablet or smartphone.
Alongside the golden sands, where little ones can dig, build and let their imaginations run wild, the main stage will be buzzing with entertainment throughout the summer. Expect giant bubble performers wowing crowds, princess pop shows getting everyone singing along, drama workshops for budding young actors, hands-on arts and crafts sessions, and children’s DJ parties to get feet tapping.
Louise Woodward, Marketing and Events Manager at Touchwood Solihull, says the centre is determined to keep the summer fun flowing without families having to reach for their purses.
“With Touchwood’s Summer Sessions, we want to create a summer filled with free family fun,” she explains. “With the cost of living continuing to be a challenge for many, it’s important to me that we support local families and help them make the most of the school holidays without the extra cost.”
She adds:
“Alongside our free Urban Beach, which is open every day throughout the summer, we’ve put together an exciting programme of entertainment, from giant bubble shows and children’s author visits to pop princess tribute performances. There’s something for all families to enjoy.”
And the fun doesn’t have to stop when the sandcastles are built. Touchwood has plenty more up its sleeve to turn a beach visit into a full family day out. Challenge the kids to a board game at Game Guru, test your aim at Spinners with a spot of golf, darts or bowling, or settle in for the latest blockbuster at the cinema. Feeling peckish? Touchwood’s mix of cafes, restaurants and takeaways has lunch, dinner and afternoon treats well and truly covered.
Whether it’s a full day out or a quick pit-stop between errands, Touchwood is proving that some of the best summer memories don’t need a screen in sight.
For the full schedule of Summer Sessions events, head to www.touchwoodsolihull.co.uk, or follow Touchwood’s social channels for updates throughout the holidays.
