Category: Outdoor Activities

International Mud Day (29 June) is a great way to connect children from around the globe while celebrating nature and encouraging outdoor play. Spending time actively outside can provide hours of fun and help children learn about their environment.

If you are looking for ways to celebrate International Mud Day and get your community involved, see our ideas and get inspired to spend an exciting day out. Getting muddy is just an added bonus! 

Go on a hike

Get outside with the whole family and enjoy nature this International Mud Day! Go for a hike and explore the muddy trails. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and shoes, and have fun getting dirty. Not only will you get some exercise, but you’ll also have the opportunity to appreciate the beauty of nature in your local area. Happy hiking!

Organise a muddy obstacle course

If you’re looking for a fun and muddy way to celebrate International Mud Day, why not organise your own muddy obstacle course? This is a great activity for kids of all ages, and it’s sure to be a lot of fun. Create obstacles that involve muddy water, muddy trails or mud pits. The dirtier the better!

Try painting with mud

If you’re looking for a fun and unique way to celebrate International Mud Day, we recommend giving painting with mud a try. This activity is perfect for all ages, and can be done indoors or outdoors. All you need is some mud, a whiteboard (or other surface), and your imagination! You can even let kids use the fence or the driveway to paint on.

Make mud pies

Although it is unclear how or where International Mud Day began, what is clear is that it offers a fun and easy way for kids to get outside and enjoy the benefits of mud. So this year, why not celebrate by joining in on the fun? Let your children make their own mud pies from the garden dirt, and see who can come up with the most creative recipe. Not only will they have a blast playing in the mud, but they’ll also be getting some exercise and learning about nature too.

International Mud Day is an event that celebrates nature and encourages outdoor play, which can help improve physical health and cognitive development. Get your friends and family together and try out one of the activities we’ve suggested, or come up with your own mud-filled adventures. Just be sure to take plenty of pictures (and maybe even videos) to share with everyone afterwards!

The UK is a great place to get outside and enjoy the natural world with your kids. 

If you’re looking for some fun spots to get away, JCB Explore has got you covered. Have a look at our list of things to do in the UK suitable for kids. 

In the end, we’re all just looking for ways to help our kids grow up stronger and happier. And if that means more time outside playing in nature together as a family, then so be it!

Woodlands Family Theme Park

Woodlands Family Theme Park is the largest theme park in Devon. It’s a great place for families to spend an afternoon together and enjoy themselves, rain or shine. 

With one of the best indoor play areas in the South West, amazing water rides, a zoo farm and much more there are plenty of activities to keep everyone entertained all day long at this fun filled family-friendly venue.

If you’re looking for something different than just another movie night getaway without breaking your budget then give this park a try.

The National Forest Adventure Farm

From indoor fun like drop slides and play barns to outdoor adventure in the form of assault courses, wooden mazes and go karts – there are activities that will have all ages excited. 

Whether they love farm animals or enjoy seeing how food gets from farms into grocery stores first hand, there’s plenty here for them to see at this Burton-based attraction. 

Make sure you also check the JCB Big Dig Zone which is a fun, interactive way to learn about construction equipment. You can ride on our pedal JCBs, excavate the sand pit and climb the traversing wall. 

Legoland Windsor

If you’re a lego lover and haven’t been to Legoland Windsor yet, we highly recommend that you do. There are lots of rides for the kids and adults alike, as well as plenty of attractions for fans of all ages! 

The creators of Legoland Windsor have recreated some iconic landmarks in miniland. You can walk around London’s Tower Bridge or New York City’s Grand Central Station in Lego form and see how they look from all angles.

Gulliver’s World

Gulliver’s World is a theme park for all those with children, young people and grown-ups alike. A place where there are no limits on your imagination – you can enjoy more than 25 rides in 6 themed areas, lose yourself in Ghost House or operate your very own bright yellow digger. 

You may also want to take advantage of some short break holidays at Gulliver’s World that will allow time off without having to worry about school! 

One of the best ways to keep your child occupied and entertained is by taking them on an adventure. If you’re looking for outdoor places in the UK that are perfect for children, then look no further than this list! From theme parks to adventure zones, there’s something here for everyone. So grab a map and start planning some family-friendly activities today.

For most children, some of the best fun to be had is found outdoors. So, a little bit of rain or some wind probably won’t  stop your little adventurers from enjoying the great outdoors.  

That being said, it is important that your kids are well-equipped and appropriately dressed for all the adventures ahead. This will allow them to enjoy every minute of their activity no matter the weather.

So how can you ensure that your little explorers have all they need to protect them from cold wind, rain and unexpected weather changes? Here are some absolute must-haves that will help to keep your kids warm, comfy and perfectly prepared for all circumstances they may face while immersing themselves in their exciting outdoor experience!

Weather-proof wellies

With puddles and muddy paths being a commonplace in most outdoor trails, it’s essential that your child wears the right footwear. Wet and cold feet can ruin even the most enjoyable game, so comfortable, water-resistant shoes are probably the most important element of the whole attire.

JCB’s “Fun in the Mud” wellies have been designed to help your little ones through all those muddy walks and protect their feet from getting soaked. With their handy pull handles and thick gripped soles, these boots will ensure safety and stability of movement even on the most slippery surfaces! 

A warm woolly hat

It’s widely known that you lose most heat through your head so the last thing you want is for your little adventurer to catch a cold from playing out in the rain.

A soft, warm, woolly hat is a great way to keep them warm when it is wet and chilly outside. JCB’s distinctive, knitted beanie featuring JCB’s brand colours is a perfect example dahof “an adventure ready” headwear.  With this cosy hat on, your child can forget about cold weather and just focus on having fun!

Mud-resistant overalls 

When playing out in the rain, it is inevitable that your kids will get muddy so why let them ruin their best clothes? 

Dress them up  in clothing specially designed for the outdoors.

With our kid’s JCB overalls, not only will your child stay warm and their clothes protected but they can look like one of the JCB construction workers too!

Inspire your kids’ imagination and make them experience what it looks like to be a part of the JCB team!

An adventure-ready backpack

When adventure calls, it is important to be prepared. Whether it’s snacks or spare clothes, with a backpack, your child will have everything they need for the adventure ahead. However, not just any backpack will do. You need to make sure that it  is sturdy and weather-resistant. Our JCB-themed backpacks give you just that, with plenty of space for all the things your adventure seeker may need!

 Don’t put a damper on your kids’ adventure by not dressing them appropriately. By ensuring that they are well equipped for all possible weather conditions, you help them enjoy their experience even more!