Making the most of summer doesn’t have to mean spending a fortune. Whether you’re planning a family picnic, hosting a barbecue, entertaining the kids or enjoying a cosy movie night at home, there are plenty of ways to create memorable moments without breaking the bank. Cannon Park has everything you need to make summer fun simple, affordable and enjoyable, so we’ve rounded up a few budget-friendly ideas to inspire your next day of fun.

Pack the Perfect Picnic🧺

Nothing says summer quite like a picnic in the sunshine. Whether you’re heading to your local park or simply enjoying lunch in the garden, Cannon Park has everything you need for an affordable alfresco feast. Pick up delicious picnic favourites from Tesco and Iceland, grab a sweet treat or savoury snack from Greggs, and complete your setup with colourful dining essentials from Card Factory and Bargain Buys. Don’t forget a picnic blanket from Tesco to relax on while you soak up the sunshine.

Host a Budget-Friendly BBQ🍔

Hosting friends and family this summer? Create a delicious barbecue spread without stretching your budget. Stock up on burgers, sausages, salads and all your BBQ favourites at Tesco and Iceland, then head to One Beyond for serving baskets, BBQ tools and outdoor dining essentials. 

Garden Games & Family Fun⚽

Keep the whole family entertained with fun-filled garden games. Challenge each other to golf games from Sports Direct, cool off with water shooters and get everyone involved with flying discs from Bargain Buys and a pop-up cornhole game from Boots. Little ones will also love getting creative outdoors with a sand and water table – perfect for hours of imaginative play in the sunshine.

Create the Ultimate Movie Night at Home 🎬

Not every summer evening needs to be spent outdoors. Transform your living room into the ultimate home cinema with a cosy movie night that the whole family can enjoy. Pick up popcorn, sweets and your favourite movie snacks from Tesco and Bargain Buys, grab a tasty frozen pizza from Iceland, then browse CEX for classic family films like Harry Potter to settle in with. For the perfect finishing touch, snuggle up in a cosy zip up blanket from Peacocks and enjoy an affordable night in together.

However you choose to spend your summer, Cannon Park Shopping Centre has everything you need to make every moment count without stretching your budget. And if you’re looking for another great reason to visit, don’t forget to check out our monthly Community Market, where you can browse a fantastic selection of local traders, discover unique products and soak up the community atmosphere. Keep an eye on our social media channels and website for details of the next market – we hope to see you there!