We’ve put together a list of things you could do to make the Summer school holidays loads of fun – all using things borrowed from our Library (*parental supervision required!).
We’ve got over 550 items in our Library – but here are just 11 ideas:
- Make your own movie theatre at home
We’ve got a projector you can use for your own at home movie experience. If it’s a nice evening you could even set it up outside with a movie under the stars.
- Projector: £8-10
- Projector Screen (or you can use a blank wall!): £6-8
2. Have a crafternoon
Borrow a sewing machine, or perhaps spend an afternoon making cool badges or painting a masterpiece. We’ve got you covered
- Sewing machine: £5-15
- Badge Maker: £10
- Small Easel: £3
3. Have a board games night
We’ve got over 25 different board games – try a classic like Cluedo, or a game you’ve never tried before!
- Board games range from £2-5
4. Dance the night away at your own dance party
Pick a playlist, put on some lights and have your own at home dance party
- Disco lights: £3 -7
- Glitter disco ball: £5
- Speakers: £7-25
5. Go on a river adventure
There are lots of lovely waterways around Oxford, and getting out on a boat is a great way to experience them!
- Inflatable boat: £5
- Kayak: £20
6. Practice some circus skills
If you get good enough, perhaps you can run away to the circus instead of returning to school in September?
- Poi: £3
- Unicycle: £15
7. Whip up a storm in the kitchen
Want to try something new in the kitchen? Our ice-cream maker can whip up all kinds of tasty ice-cream flavours – delicious on some homemade pancakes or crepes! And if you want to go all out: how about some homemade jam?
- Ice cream maker: £5
- Pancake/Crepe maker: £10
- Big pot (for jam making): £5
8. Have a camping adventure
Whether you pitch your campsite in your backyard or further afield, camping adventures make for great summer holidays memories. We’ve got lots of different camping gear.
- Tents (various sizes): £8-14
- Air mattress: £5-10 (or our budget camping rolls: £1-2)
- Sleeping bag: £3
- Camping stove: £5-8
- Folding stools or chairs: £3-5
9. Learn a musical instrument
Wanted to learn a new instrument, but not sure if it’s for you? Why not borrow an instrument and see how you like it? We’re sure you could master a ukulele song in a week!
- Ukulele: £5
- Electric Keyboard: £7-15
- Electric Guitar: £15
- Accordion: £12
10. Host a fancy afternoon tea
Fancy sandwiches, delicate cakes and a spot of carpet boules is a wonderful way to spend a Summer afternoon. We’ve got you covered for everything you need to bring a touch of glam to your afternoon tea.
- Cake Stand: £3
- Carpet Boules: £2
- Chocolate Fountain: £5
- Bunting: £3
11. Say goodbye to the school paperwork
Want to get rid of all that pesky school work for good, or perhaps some old household bills? You could shred it, and perhaps then turn it into some eco-friendly fuel bricks!
- Paper shredder: £5-10
- Eco Briquette maker: £4
Prices listed are for a typical 1-week loan collected from our Library. Delivery extra.
We have a new membership scheme: £5/month, but you get this in available credit to spend in the library. Check out our membership page for full details.
Visit shareoxford.org to reserve.