Henham Park Estate, Southwold, Suffok
 

Children's Arena

You can download a pdf of the schedule for activities in the children's area here.

The Latitude kid's area is a happy, colourful and safe corner of the arena, surrounded by trees and with a close up view of the colourful resident sheep.
                                           

The area reflects the diversity of the festival itself, with books, art, music and theatre, heaps of participation and fun, and the opportunity for children to take something away with them, from circus skills to handmade crafts to an appreciation of the woodland setting and the nature within it.

The kid's area also celebrates the wealth of creativity and skills of local children's organisations and community groups, by placing them at the heart of the area.
   

A selection of activities on offer includes:

Suffolk Wildlife Trust return with a host of activities for budding Wildlife Explorers.  Help us hunt for the lost mini beast, dip for pond creatures in the lake and learn about woodland survival.  Make dragonflies, wildlife hats and wood fairies..join us on a woodland fairy or spooky owl nature trail, take part in tree games or build a woodland tepee.  Plus  special after-dark events on Friday & Saturday night; just bring your torch and a sense of adventure! 

Two Scientists, One Suitcase..Infinite Possibilities...'Science In A Suitcase' uses everyday objects plus mime, music & physical comedy to demonstrate eccentric discoveries, including the world's smallest planetarium, quantum hair enlargement  & centrifugal force through karaoke! All your wacky science questions answered here on Saturday afternoon.

The Sole Bay Team Youth Group host the Parent & Baby Chillout Zone again. They provide free water, fruit, sunblock, soft play facilities, an enclosed outdoor area as well as coffee for tired parents, baby changing facilities and a microwave for bottles/baby food. Run by the Anglican Church for young people, they offer both 'spiritual' and 'social' sessions, so stop by for all things baby/toddler related.

Cambridge Community Circus (CCC) is a non-profit organisation run by volunteers, who will be performing and teaching Circus Skills. CCC runs workshops in juggling, unicycling, acrobatic balancing and aerial skills in Cambridge and perform and teach all over the local area.

Nutmeg Puppet Company perform 'Heatwave!' on Sunday morning. The sun feels hotter than usual this summer in the marshlands and waterways. Some unusual birds have appeared from the south, and tour-guide Karen is worried by the weather forecast. Billie’s too busy messing about in the mud to notice anything’s wrong, till  he makes an idle wish that marks the start of his adventures, which end with a mighty flood, a helicopter rescue, and water, water, everywhere.

‘The Peddlar of Swaffham’ is an enchanting tale of how one man and his dog follow a dream that changes their lives forever…. This shaggy dog of a traditional Norfolk folk tale has been brushed down, groomed and given a new home by Bognoggin Theatre Company. Audience participation is actively encouraged as the tale unfolds through the magic of puppets, storytelling, dance and live music. Catch it Saturday morning.

Colin Hynson is a local storyteller specialising in East Anglian tales and stories; he'll be telling tales every day: check schedule for times.

Suffolk Libraries return with their childrens library & storytelling sessions. Borrow a book to take away or read with them in their colourful medieval tents.

Local Greenpeace volunteers will be running a not-for-profit refreshments stall, offering nibbles and drinks to keep energy levels up!

Sid is being bullied at his new school.  He tries to overcome the bullies by using the wishes from his magic hankie but he doesn't get the results he expects.  What will Sid do to stop the bullying?  Find out in Laughing Lizard's latest production 'Bully for You' on Sunday afternoon. 

Hoola Hoop workshops for all ages every day in the arena and Children's area....

Rock Lobster Recording Studio host a showcase of young local talent with six new bands performing over the weekend.  From 7.30pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday in the Kids Area.

Friday - Dustmans Royal Party and RazorSaturday - The Luddites and The Friendly Misunderstood Rabbits
Sunday - Indigo Jam and Daemos.

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