Summer of Play: SEND kids' outdoor games with Smile Through Sport
Wed 19 Aug · 12:00
Souter Lighthouse and The Leas
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Summer of Play provides outdoor games for SEND children and young people at Souter Lighthouse and The Leas. Trained coaches lead sessions that are adapted to suit the needs and interests of the participants.
Try out different sports and games with trained coaches. Each session will be adapted to suit the needs and interests of the children and young people taking part.
This event is free, but please remember to book your place. Activities will take place in the Foghorn Field, within the Lighthouse Grounds. You do not need to be National Trust members to attend, and you are welcome to stay as long as you like afterwards.
If you are a National Trust member, please scan your membership card when you arrive. To get free parking, just show your booking confirmation email to the reception team.
Smile Through Sport is a disability sport charity based in the North East. Paralympian Stephen Miller MBE founded the charity to offer events, sessions, and education that help improve the health and wellbeing of people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in the region. They support organisations, individuals, and families with a variety of services.
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Frequently asked questions
Summer of Play: SEND kids' outdoor games with Smile Through Sport takes place on Wednesday, 19 August 2026 at 12:00. The event runs until Wednesday, 26 August 2026.
Summer of Play: SEND kids' outdoor games with Smile Through Sport is held at Souter Lighthouse and The Leas in Sunderland (Coast Road, Whitburn, Tyne & Wear).
Entry to Summer of Play: SEND kids' outdoor games with Smile Through Sport is free.
Tickets for Summer of Play: SEND kids' outdoor games with Smile Through Sport can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Summer of Play: SEND kids' outdoor games with Smile Through Sport
Editorial Summary
Summer of Play provides outdoor games for SEND children and young people at Souter Lighthouse and The Leas. Trained coaches lead sessions that are adapted to suit the needs and interests of the participants.
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Organiser’s full description
Try out different sports and games with trained coaches. Each session will be adapted to suit the needs and interests of the children and young people taking part.
This event is free, but please remember to book your place. Activities will take place in the Foghorn Field, within the Lighthouse Grounds. You do not need to be National Trust members to attend, and you are welcome to stay as long as you like afterwards.
If you are a National Trust member, please scan your membership card when you arrive. To get free parking, just show your booking confirmation email to the reception team.
Smile Through Sport is a disability sport charity based in the North East. Paralympian Stephen Miller MBE founded the charity to offer events, sessions, and education that help improve the health and wellbeing of people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in the region. They support organisations, individuals, and families with a variety of services.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Summer of Play: SEND kids' outdoor games with Smile Through Sport?
Summer of Play: SEND kids' outdoor games with Smile Through Sport takes place on Wednesday, 19 August 2026 at 12:00. The event runs until Wednesday, 26 August 2026.
Where is Summer of Play: SEND kids' outdoor games with Smile Through Sport taking place?
Summer of Play: SEND kids' outdoor games with Smile Through Sport is held at Souter Lighthouse and The Leas in Sunderland (Coast Road, Whitburn, Tyne & Wear).
How much are tickets for Summer of Play: SEND kids' outdoor games with Smile Through Sport?
Entry to Summer of Play: SEND kids' outdoor games with Smile Through Sport is free.
How do I get tickets for Summer of Play: SEND kids' outdoor games with Smile Through Sport?
Tickets for Summer of Play: SEND kids' outdoor games with Smile Through Sport can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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