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14:30 Friday 15 Jul 2016 Kate JohnsonSwallows & Amazons come to Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week 2016

The team behind  Swallows & Amazons, in cinemas 19^th August, have chosen Family Day at Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week, the biggest sailing event in the British summer calendar to celebrate the release of the film with a range of fun activites, including the appearance of “Swallow”, the boat used in the film, on Cowes Parade and some great film giveaways.

Join the adventure at this year’s Cowes Week Family Day, 7th August, as upcoming film Swallows and Amazons adds to the usual family fun. Try out ‘back to basics’ outdoor activities featured in the film as part of the StudioCanal and Visit England partnership celebrating The Great Swallows and Amazons Summer.

The enchanting film, in cinemas from 19 August, brings to life the classic novel by Arthur Ransome, telling the tale of the Walker children’s summer holiday in the Lake District, sailing, camping and fishing. Now, families can create their own Swallows and Amazons Adventure by joining in with activities inspired by the film in Cowes.

Children can learn a range of useful outdoor skills with the Sea Cadets, including sailing, tying a knot, making a shelter and even making a fire to cook their own dinner. Plus watch clips from the film before it’s out, presented by the film’s producer Nick Barton, before picking your side – are you a Swallow or an Amazon? - and battling in a giant tug of war, cheered on by parents. All this alongside Swallows or Amazons face painting, giveaways and the chance to get a fun photo with the real Swallow boat featured in the film on Cowes Parade, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

As well as enjoying the activities at Cowes Week - you can see what else to take part in by visiting a brand new information hub: www.visitengland.com/swallowsandamazons. The site is designed to help you create your own Swallows and Amazons-inspired Summer, with  advice on the best places to sail, picnic and camp, where to climb a tree, build the best sandcastle and even track wild animals  with the aim of getting children enjoying the great outdoors again - and having wild adventures!