Summertime

Friday, August 18, Castle Hill Litter Pick: Families with older children can help to improve the Local Nature Reserve by taking part in this activity. It starts at 10 am at the Victoria Tower. For more information contact 07968426312.

Saturday, August 19. Family event at Yorkshire Sculpture Park, West Bretton: The award-winning venue has a number of family and childfriendly activities on offer during the holidays, including these sessions at 10.30am and 1pm. Aimed at children aged over 5, they have an interactive storytelling theme, inviting children to become art detectives and seek out clues from sculptures. Tickets are £3 for children and adults. Visit ysp.org.uk/events for details.

Tuesday, August 22, to Saturday, August 26. Sweeney Todd, Cleckheaton Town Hall: The Elite Theatre Company is performing the Sondheim musical about a vengeful demon barber and his dark deeds. Not suitable for youngsters under the age of eight but a thrilling night out for older children. Tickets are available from 01924 324501 or dewsbury.boxoffice@kirklees.gov.uk

Friday, August 25, until Monday, August 28. Charity Jigsaw Festival, Brighouse: This event promises more than 1,200 jigsaws of every type for enthusiasts of all ages. Entry to the festival at St Martin’s Church is £2 for adults with accompanied children free. Open from 10am until 5pm every day except Sunday, when doors open at noon.