The school summer holidays are upon us, and here at The Local Answer we know it can be a challenge to keep the family entertained when school is out.

So we’ve put together a handy guide of the best things to do in each of our five publication areas – Gloucester, Cheltenham, Stroud, North Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds – in the coming months.

The Royal International Air Tattoo
The Royal International Air Tattoo will once again be returning to RAF Fairford this year to showcase the wealth of aviation not only in the UK, but from a total of 20 different nations.

Celebrating the 70th anniversary of NATO, the air tattoo will be packed with all types of excitement that will unfold between Friday 19th and Sunday 21st July.

For more information visit www.airtattoo.com

Phoenix Festival
One of the most popular events in Cirencester, the Phoenix Festival returns with a host of music and entertainment on offer.

Totally Tina and The Rolling Clones will headline the free festival, which takes place on Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th August.

For more information visit www.phoenix-festival.co.uk

Cotswold Wildlife Park
Cotswold Wildlife Park will be hosting their annual Rhino Month in August, with talks on the endangered species and conservation efforts.

Alongside that there is the chance to see all the other amazing animals at the Park.

For more information visit www.cotswoldwildlifepark.co.uk

Cotswold Farm Park Neverland Maize Experience
Brand new for 2019 – a unique, interactive outdoor theatre maze, just perfect for a summer holiday outing with the family.

Weave, dash and laugh your way around the Neverland maze to crack the code that will open the treasure chest.

For more information visit www.cotswoldfarmpark.co.uk

Giffords Circus
The hugely popular Giffords Circus are on tour until the end of September with their Xanadu tour.

They’ll be at Stratton Meadows in Cirencester from Thursday 12th to Monday 16th September, as well as plenty of other locations.

For more information visit www.giffordscircus.com