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Five of the best family events in London
By Fiona McKim on 08/06/2012 16:46:05
The best days out for families in the capital this month
Open Garden Squares Weekend (June 9-10)Amongst our sprawling urban metropolis, hundreds of lush green oases lie hidden from view, undiscovered by the majority of the capital’s residents. For one weekend a year, the Open Garden Squares Weekend, these secret spaces open their gates...
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The best family events in May
By Fiona McKim on 13/05/2013 14:21:00
Fun and fascinating days out for your family this month
4th The rites of springJoin in the May Day celebrations at Eastbury Manor House in Essex, where regal fancy dress is encouraged, historical music shall fill the garden and a twirl round the Maypole may prove irresistible. Tel: 020 8724 1002; www.nationaltrust.org.uk5th A jolly ni...
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Fabulous February half-term outings
By Georgina Cox on 10/02/2012 15:12:36
Our pick of the best family events in your area
, ShrewsburyFebruary 12–14Celebrate pioneering scientist, Charles Darwin’s legacy by joining in a week of events in his home town. Highlights include fun science workshops, outdoor activities and a screening of an award-winning family-friendly film about
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Snow seekers
By on 16/10/2007 11:13:13
It’s snow time! Here are some of the year’s best family events to enjoy.
It's snowing! Squeeze in a week’s pre-Christmas family skiing here at the start of the season in November, when US and Canadian resorts officially open, and take advantage of fresh snow and great prices. Contact Crystal, tel: 0870
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New Year Cheer, Both Far And Near
By Fiona McKim on 19/12/2011 16:49:55
Welcome 2012 in style with our pick of Britain’s best events for families
celebrations. Whilst the rowdy hustle bustle of the street party may be best left to older children and adults the three day calendar of events includes plenty of child-friendly options within Scotland capital city. Have a spin around the rink at Princes Street
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Family fun for Independent Booksellers Week 2012
By Fiona McKim on 25/06/2012 18:35:14
From a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party to a nationwide Wally hunt, families can have a ball whilst supporting independent bookshops at this fiesta of local literature
. For the modern child, between E-books, apps and Amazon the experience of visiting a bespoke, independent bookshop may be an unfamiliar one, so why not give your child a taste of the literary life by taking in a family event during Independent Booksellers Week
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White rabbits and Easter bunnies at The Rib Room
By Fiona McKim on 23/03/2012 15:46:26
A very important date awaits at this Wonderland inspired Easter party
If your child dreams of falling down the rabbit hole, entering Wonderland and meeting a host of madcap characters much like Lewis Carroll’s intrepid heroine Alice, this fantasy-filled mad hatters tea party at London’s Rib Rooms may prove to be the Cheshire cat’s pyjamas.This East...
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Seven simple rules for happy festivals
By Catherine O'Dolan on 23/03/2012 16:37:54
Magical fairgrounds, open fields to run and play, the chance to dress up and mess up – No wonder children love the new breed of family festivals
of family festivals that have sprouted up and blossomed in the past decade. Maybe it’s as the punks have grown up and settled down to have little punks of their own and now crave a little more sophistication, but the vibe of many festivals is firmly
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The Family Festival Guide 2013
By Sophie Westnedge on 22/05/2013 10:30:00
Junior's pick of the most fabulous family-friendly festivals around
, HampshireCapacity 2,500What’s the vibe? This small but perfectly formed event won the Best Small Festival accolade at the 2007 UK Festival Awards and maintains its intimate atmosphere.Musical interludes One of 2013’s most exciting breakthrough acts, Bastille
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The Family Festival Guide 2012
By Catherine O'Dolan on 04/05/2012 10:16:32
Junior's pick of the most fabulous family-friendly festivals around
rockers Ash, hip-hop meastro Roots Manuva and indie darlings The Pigeon Detectives. The site also boasts family-friendly amenities (which means nice clean toilets). Wychwood Festival,Cheltenham RacecourseJune 8-10 Nominated Best Family Festival for every
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