Rotary helps party in the park for children as schools break up for summer

PARENTS and children relaxed in the sun in Blenheim Gardens, Minehead, for at a ‘School’s Out’ end-of-term picnic designed to celebrate the start of the school summer holidays.

A spokesperson for Minehead Rotary Club, which teamed up with local businesses to host the picnic, said: “The event offered a wonderful way for pupils from local schools and their families to kick off the summer holidays together.”

Organised by Stacey Maycock and Mary Jackson, of All Thoughts Events, in association with the Blenheim Gardens Café and Café Bar 21, the celebration attracted a large turnout.

Families gathered their children in the park immediately after the local schools had broken up for the end of the academic year, to enjoy a sunny afternoon of food, games, and entertainment.

Children were treated to a variety of activities, including a bouncy castle, face painting, balloons, a football target game, larger than life inflatables, and superhero characters including a real-life ‘Spider-Man’.

Members of the rotary club were on hand throughout the afternoon to help marshal the event.

The club also hosted an information stand, providing an opportunity to connect with the local community.

Rotary members chatted with parents and children, encouraging youngsters to sign up for upcoming free Rotary youth competitions which have included Rotary ‘young chef’ and the ‘youth speaks’ school debating contest.

The spokesperson said: "There was a great turnout for the end-of-term picnic and it was fantastic to see both children and parents relaxing and enjoying the brilliant weather and entertainment.

"We hope this becomes a regular annual event to kick off the summer holidays.

“With large numbers of parents and children turning out to enjoy the day, the event proved to be a resounding success and a lovely way to start the summer school break.”