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Rain or shine: Your guide to a brilliant bank holiday!

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Even if it's not sunny in summer, you can still have the BEST time!

It's the August bank holiday weekend!

Lots of activities and events happen during the bank holiday weekend.

It's also an opportunity for people to hang out with friends and family or just relax.

But, the weather in parts of the UK isn't looking too fabulous!

Some parts of the UK have had a lot of rain over the last few days.

But don't worry! A rainy day doesn't mean a boring day!

We've got some ideas for you so the weather doesn't dampen your bank holiday fun!

Head to the comments to let us know how you're spending the weekend.

What about some indoor activities?

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Rainy days are perfect for arts and crafts!

We've got loads of ideas for fun stuff you can do inside:

  • Who doesn't love gooey, gross slime? It's super easy to make from your very own home.

  • If camping has been rained off, why not build your own den indoors, using pillows, blankets and anything you can find?

  • Or if you're a big fan of books, you could spend some time reading. Don't worry if you're not too sure what book to start with, here's some ideas!

  • And don't forget the classic games! Like hide and seek indoors, playing a board game or putting on some music and having a dance party!

So you want to go outside even if it's raining? Here's some wet day ideas!

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You might need waterproof gear but getting outside, even in the rain, can be fun!

Failing all of that, getting outside in nature is important for both physical and mental health, whatever the weather - as long as it's safe to do so!

So with the right waterproof gear and as long as your parent or guardian is with you or knows where you are, you can still head outdoors.

Here's some ideas:

  • Go for a walk

  • Go on a scavenger hunt: Look for pine cones, daisies, pebbles, and dandelions in your garden or on a walk

  • Try birdwatching: Watch and listen for birds and see what you find!

  • Play in your local park or garden

And what about if the weather is fabulous where you are?

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You might be lucky and the weather is lovely where you are!

You can still do all the activities above, even if the weather is amazing!

You probably won't need the waterproof gear if it's not raining though!

Other things you could do outside, if it's a little drier, are:

  • Have a picnic

  • Ride your bike

  • Play games outdoors like tag, football or hide and seek

It doesn't look set to be very hot or sunny but just in case, here's some helpful tips for enjoying the sun safely!

So whatever you get up to, whether that's just relaxing or doing lots of activities, we hope you have a great weekend!

And if you have fun ideas for activities you can do in the sun, rain or indoors, let us know in the comments below!