Oakley Interactive Space: Epic Explorers
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Greetings explorer! You've arrived at Oakley Interactive Space's Tales Through Time Library Challenge page....
Looking for free family fun in Whaddon?
The Library Challenge, Tales Through Time starts on Saturday 11th July 2026 and runs until 12th September.
Oakley's theme is Epic Explorers and is part of Cheltenham's 'Daring Dreamers' zone. Over summer you'll be able to travel through time, unlock epic stories and collect rewards with this Gloucestershire Libraries activity created especially for families.
The challenge is designed for children aged 3+ and encourages families to explore books, stories, creativity and adventure across Gloucestershire's libraries.
The free activities take place at Oakley Interactive Space and throughout the whole of Gloucestershire. Check out the incredible Tales Through Time map below
During the challenge, children can complete fun activities, collect stamps, earn rewards and work their way towards a special Tales Through Time medal and entry into a prize draw featuring book bundles and vouchers.
How the challenge works
1. Sign up
Join for free at any Gloucestershire library. All you need is a free library membership.
No membership? No problem. Click here to join today and be ready when the Tales Through Time challenge begins.
2. Get reading
Take on creative activities inspired by stories, history, myths, explorers and adventures. It's not just about reading books, children can draw, write, stick things in, add photos and make the challenge completely their own.
3. Earn rewards
Complete tasks and collect stamps as you progress through the challenge levels:
- 3 stamps = Bronze
- 6 stamps = Silver
- 9 stamps = Gold
There will be stickers, certificates and surprises to collect along the way.
4. Go for Gold!
Reach Gold level to receive a Tales Through Time medal and be entered into the prize draw giveaway.
Explore Gloucestershire through stories
One of the highlights of the challenge is the beautifully illustrated Tales Through Time map, which encourages families to visit libraries across Gloucestershire and discover different themes and adventures at each location.
Oakley Interactive Space's special Tales Through Time theme is:
Epic Explorers
Children can also visit nearby libraries to discover even more exciting themes:
- Charlton Kings Library, Toy-tastic Fun
- Prestbury Library, Whizz Kids
- Hesters Way Library, Music Through the Ages
- Cheltenham Children's Library, Amazing Artists
- Up Hatherley Library, Gadgets and Gizmos
The challenge officially begins on 11th July 2026, so there's still time to get your library card ready and plan your first adventure.
Stay tuned to Cheltenham Rocks and all the Gloucestershire Rocks websites for more details, family guides, featured libraries and Tales Through Time inspiration as we get nearer the launch.
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