A brand new guide to summer holiday activities and events in South Somerset has been launched by South Somerset District Council’s Health and Well Being team.

The events range from a three-day athletics camp at Yeovil Recreation Centre and a weeklong summer stage school at the Octagon Theatre to Dragonfly Safaris and animal tracking events at Ham Hill Country Park, all of which are supported or run by the district council.

Most are very low cost or free of charge.

The guide, which was launched online this week, has already been downloaded by over 100 people in just one afternoon. Cllr Sylvia Seal, South Somerset District Council’s Portfolio Holder for Leisure and Culture said, “These handy guides are essential for parents looking for inspiration this summer holiday. Whilst there are many activities in our area, people need to know about them and so we have put them together in one place.

“There really are some fantastic opportunities to get creative, sporty, or even try your hand at something completely different such as mosaic making or bat watching – all things that our teams are organising to encourage the best use of our local facilities.” Bushcraft Fire making, stone carving, compass navigation and pitch and putt golf are also on the list.

The guide can be found at www.southsomerset.gov.uk/holidayactivities or by calling South Somerset District Council’s Health and Well Being Team on 01935 462280. Copies will also be in the main Tourist Information Centres.