and activities, music, dance and arts and crafts sessions, plus circus and performance skills. The Roald Dahl Museum will also be providing activities. Added extras Try out the Headphone Disco from 11pm–3am in the Big Top while your babies snooze in the quiet

have your own space but very easy access to baby friendly places to eat, play and relax. * Family beach/summer holiday For me, a luxurious activity holiday along the lines of those offered by www.country-kids.fr would be bliss. They combine the best

. Encourage girls to play with toys that develop spatial awareness, such as puzzles and blocks. Reading is a high priority too - encourage girls to read about successful women.6. Encourage extracurricular activities Extend your childs horizons w ith music

pyramid. The hotel will also be putting on the traditional Easter egg hunt around the grounds as well as a number of other fun family activities, including falconry, gundog training, horse riding, off road driving, archery, clay pigeon shooting or fishing

parents can enjoy the history of the Grade I listed building, indulge at the spa or play a round of golf. Fun family activities include a quiz that will teach you about the estate’s heritage and a tour in the L Hoo 2 number-plated taxi. Prices from £230

On a bright and breezy morning, Marylebone High Street is already abuzz with activity as guests arrive for the opening of the brand new Designers Guild Homestore. Brimming with vibrant colours, flamboyant fabrics in vivid hues and textures

. And guess what? It’s really good for him (even if it may mean soggy clothes for you). Lively outdoor play activities are important for your child’s development of independence and autonomy. According to the Children and Nature Network Research Studies, when

, drawing games, take a little bag of tricks with you so that they are completely occupied, but you do need to join in with their activity.2. Have it in your mind that you will only stay for two courses and then see how you go. If you build up the amount

and Rolf Harris), there are performances from CBBC favourite Mr Tumble, The Gruffalo and Shrek! The Musical. There’s also an entire Kids’ Field with tons of fun free activities and arts and crafts, as well as chill-out areas and boutique babysitting, plus

Gaining mastery over a hand-held console control can be tricky for young children (and for some adults too). The beauty of the XBox 360 Kinect is that all you need is your hand or voice to activate the sensor and you’re away. Lurking inside the neat