10 FREE things to do in Crawley this summer holidays

By Ellis Peters

Published 29th Jul 2022, 13:41 BST

Here is a list of 10 inexpensive ideas for family fun this summer holiday.

See more: Fun and cheap ways to keep the kids entertained during the holidays in Sussex, West Sussex libraries ‘Go Gadgeteer’ crazy with this year’s Summer Reading Challenge, Top 12 places to go for a walk in Crawley, Tilgate Park: This is all you need to know for your next visit

If you are local to Crawley, you will know Tilgate Park. The park is within walking distance from the Town centre and can be easily accessed from Broadfield. Visitors have free access to the two lakes, a children's play park, and is a great place for a picnic. Learn more here: https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/people/tilgate-park-this-is-all-you-need-to-know-for-your-next-visit-3702721

1. 10 FREE things to do in Crawley this summer holidays

If you are local to Crawley, you will know Tilgate Park. The park is within walking distance from the Town centre and can be easily accessed from Broadfield. Visitors have free access to the two lakes, a children's play park, and is a great place for a picnic. Learn more here: https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/people/tilgate-park-this-is-all-you-need-to-know-for-your-next-visit-3702721 Photo: Accredited

Crawley Museum is a local history museum that tells the history of the town through objects and their stories. It has an active programme of events and temporary exhibitions which reflect various aspects of the town and the local area. It also has a learning offer for all ages. Learn more about the type of events the museum hosts here: https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/people/crawley-remembers-the-windrush-generation-with-traditional-dance-display-at-museum-3748081

2. 10 FREE things to do in Crawley this summer holidays

Crawley Museum is a local history museum that tells the history of the town through objects and their stories. It has an active programme of events and temporary exhibitions which reflect various aspects of the town and the local area. It also has a learning offer for all ages. Learn more about the type of events the museum hosts here: https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/people/crawley-remembers-the-windrush-generation-with-traditional-dance-display-at-museum-3748081 Photo: Accredited

The school holidays are nearly here, which means that the Summer Reading Challenge is back at Crawley library. This year’s theme is Gadgeteers and aims to inspire children to see the science and innovation behind everyday objects, showing that reading and science are for everyone. Learn more here: https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/people/west-sussex-libraries-go-gadgeteer-crazy-with-this-years-summer-reading-challenge-3761155

3. 10 FREE things to do in Crawley this summer holidays

The school holidays are nearly here, which means that the Summer Reading Challenge is back at Crawley library. This year’s theme is Gadgeteers and aims to inspire children to see the science and innovation behind everyday objects, showing that reading and science are for everyone. Learn more here: https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/people/west-sussex-libraries-go-gadgeteer-crazy-with-this-years-summer-reading-challenge-3761155 Photo: Accredtied

Crawley Play Service hosts ‘Summer holiday fun’ for children in association with Crawley Borough Council at Southgate Playing Fields: More information here: https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/people/crawley-play-service-hosts-summer-holiday-fun-for-children-in-association-with-crawley-borough-council-3773702

4. 10 FREE things to do in Crawley this summer holidays

Crawley Play Service hosts ‘Summer holiday fun’ for children in association with Crawley Borough Council at Southgate Playing Fields: More information here: https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/people/crawley-play-service-hosts-summer-holiday-fun-for-children-in-association-with-crawley-borough-council-3773702 Photo: Accredited

Sussex Tilgate Park