Merlin Entertainment attractions opening date and new safety measures announced
What will change at Merlin’s theme parks and other attractions when they reopen as Coronavirus restrictions are lifted All Merlin Entertainment theme parks, attractions and accommodation are to reopen on July 4 for day visits and short breaks – with safety measures in...
Home schooling: How to draw Mickey Mouse and over 20 other ideas from Orlando
Visit Orlando unveils ideas to keep children entertained and educated during Coronavirus school closures Orlando is bringing one of the most magical places on earth for children into their own homes in a bid to help millions struggling with home schooling. Visit...
Holiday fun with our children on a family holiday to Lake Garda and Verona
We try out family-friendly activities around the lake and take a trip to Verona We are holidaying in the beautiful Lakes - but for once it's not our beloved English Lake District. The waters are a clearer turquoise, there isn't a walking boot in sight and ice creams...
A family break in St Albans with our children proves a great mixture of old and new
We explore the family-friendly attractions in the city of St Albans and eat at the oldest pub in Britain https://youtu.be/rQ9kIOm2Bl4 As we climb up and up, twist after twist, turn after turn, the staircase gets narrower and narrower. The top of the Clock Tower is a...
Deserts, fairytales and glamping – a family trip to Efteling and the Brabant region of Holland.
We stay at a holiday park in the middle of the Netherlands with our children Sand stretches before us. A vast expanse of gold, nothing on the horizon save for a makeshift den of withered tree branches. Where is this extraordinary landscape? The Sahara? Outer Mongolia?...
Is Amsterdam child-friendly? We take a family trip to the beautiful capital of the Netherlands to find out
We take our children via mini-cruise to Amsterdam in Holland Amsterdam may be a stag and hen do favourite - but there is much more to the city than its infamous seedier side. We head to the beautiful Dutch capital with our children, in search of a family-friendly...
LEGOLAND Windsor launches the world’s first DUPLO roller coaster for young children
A new roller coaster aimed at pre-school children has opened at one of England's most popular theme parks The world’s first DUPLO rollercoaster has opened at LEGOLAND Windsor Resort. The DUPLO Dino Coaster, for children aged around two to five, is part of the...
New family attraction – magical woodland adventure park BeWILDerwood to open in Cheshire
A 70-acre unique woodland attraction is soon to open in South Cheshire A family day out full of fun, imagination and adventure is set to open in time for May half-term. BeWILDerwood Cheshire - A Curious Treehouse Adventure - is throwing open its wonky wooden gates on...
Easter 2020 ideas for children around the South East of England – our top picks
The best Easter 2020 entertainment from egg hunt to lambing activities, walks and spring festivals Spring is a great time for family fun and adventures and getting outside with your children. Here are our pick of the best Easter activities planned around the South...
Is the Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show 2020 good for children?
A family day out at the Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show 2020 The Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show 2020 is a popular event every year with families. The UK's biggest display of leisure vehicles, static holiday homes, lodges and tents is spread over five halls at...
Coronavirus home-school guide: How to teach your children, have fun and stay calm!
What to do with children at home during schools closures and our top tips to educate them Schools have shut and parents all over the country are wondering how best to look after their children at home. It’s daunting to realise you are now their sole educator for the...
Coronavirus travel tips: How to keep children safe from germs on aeroplanes
How to protect your family from germs on a plane – all the precautions you need to take I’ve always been a bit OTT when it comes to germs and my children – I’m the mum brandishing a hand gel at parties and soft play. But the spreading coronavirus has seen us all...
Top 10 canal boat family holiday destinations in England and Wales
Holiday from a narrowboat to explore the countryside with children Britain's network of inland waterways wind through thousands of miles of countryside. And they can be explored on a family trip with a difference - staying on a narrowboat - your own floating holiday...
The best holiday destinations in April for families
We've put together a selection of the best destinations for Easter breaks April is a great time to travel - whether you are tied to the Easter holidays or not. You can jet off for some sunshine, enjoy a staycation in the UK or depart for a city break. We have rounded...
Merlin Entertainment attractions opening date and new safety measures announced
What will change at Merlin’s theme parks and other attractions when they reopen as Coronavirus restrictions are lifted All Merlin Entertainment theme parks, attractions and accommodation are to reopen on July 4 for day visits and short breaks – with safety measures in...
Home schooling: How to draw Mickey Mouse and over 20 other ideas from Orlando
Visit Orlando unveils ideas to keep children entertained and educated during Coronavirus school closures Orlando is bringing one of the most magical places on earth for children into their own homes in a bid to help millions struggling with home schooling. Visit...
National Trust now CLOSES its park and gardens to help stop coronavirus spread
National Trust closes its parklands from March 21 The National Trust has now CLOSED its parks and gardens to help restrict the spread of coronavirus. The trust had been offering people free entry to its open spaces despite indoor areas being closed. But there were...
Coronavirus school closures: Visit National Trust parks and gardens for free to keep children active
Explore National Trust sites safely during the Coronavirus crisis The National Trust has announced it is giving free access to its open spaces during the coronavirus outbreak. It is closing indoor sites like houses, cafes and shops to restrict the spread of...
Coronavirus travel tips: How to keep children safe from germs on aeroplanes
How to protect your family from germs on a plane – all the precautions you need to take I’ve always been a bit OTT when it comes to germs and my children – I’m the mum brandishing a hand gel at parties and soft play. But the spreading coronavirus has seen us all...
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis reveals clever Ryanair booking tip to save money for families
Martin Lewis trick could save up to 60 per cent for families flying with Ryanair Financial guru Martin Lewis has unveiled a money-saving trick passengers can use when booking Ryanair flghts. The advice particularly benefits families with children under 12. The budget...
Top 10 canal boat family holiday destinations in England and Wales
Holiday from a narrowboat to explore the countryside with children Britain's network of inland waterways wind through thousands of miles of countryside. And they can be explored on a family trip with a difference - staying on a narrowboat - your own floating holiday...
Discover the best and worst rated airlines in latest Which? survey
Which? reveals the results from its 2019 airline survey British Airways, Ryanair and American Airline have been named among the worst performers in the Which? Annual airline survey. In contrast, Jet2, Easyjet, Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Virgin Atlantic were...
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