winter guide suggests Dinosaur Isle, the UK’s leading purpose-built dinosaur museum; Amazon World, which recreates the magic of the Amazon rainforest; and Brading Roman Villa, Europe’s most advanced Roman exhibition site.  The three attractions

Tulip & Nettle offer a unique, modern take on iconic childhood style inspire by Swallows And Amazons, E Nesbit and cupboards full of vintage clothes. Subtle colours, age appropriate cut, a dash of nostalgia sharpened by a little hint of fashion edge

.Go early in the morning, as early as you can, because then your family might find yourselves alone, in the Amazon rainforest, listening to the tree frogs’ dawn chorus. The heat seems to jump out like a big cushion being thrown at you, as the electric doors

stating ‘Brighton Rock’, until you are standing opposite the West Pier – currently a black, burnt-out shell of past glories.Erected in 1866, this ghostly, skeletal structure, once a Grade I-listed pier, fell into decline after the Second World War

cats to venture out. But then there’s always Amazon World. Boasting the largest collection of rare and exotic creatures on the island, including birds and crocodiles, it is a great place for children to learn about conservation and see endangered