For those of you looking for something for your kids to do this summer, why not consider the American tradition of sending them to a summer camp? Check out this Sunday Times article for more information. Generally Summer Camps are suitable for kids from 12 upwards. Suggested camps include:
Wickedly Wonderful in West Sussex. Kids can take part in beach games, horse-riding and watersports
XUK (Cross Keys camps) in London or Norfolk. Children can choose from sports or artistic activities.
The Venture Centre on the Isle of Man, where kids can do gorge walking and raft building.
Do it 4 Real which has 23 sites across the country. Children can choose from a variety of pursuits including filmmaking and abseiling.
