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Woburn Safari Park, Bedfordshire
By Fiona McKim on 21/07/2011 12:32:02
Lions and tigers and bears, oh my!
activities on offer for families seeking a jolly day out. Surrounded by 3000 acres of deer park and beautifully manicured gardens, the magnificent Abbey houses a vast private collection including silver, gold, furniture and priceless famed artworks. Children
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Join the fabulous Forest Games
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 09/05/2012 15:38:01
Do your children like a sporting challenge? Then get set for some outdoor fun
When it comes to hosting woodland gatherings, bears have attained a certain reputation. But eccentric sporting challenges? That's a new one on us...In the name of fresh air, exercise and outdoor play, healthy snack purveyor BEAR and the Forestry
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This month in Manchester…
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 04/08/2010 14:16:53
Three fun family activities for the holidays
3AZ; www.thelowry.comEATTeddy Bear’s PicnicWhat: Bears, eats and Build-a-Bear goodie bags for the first 100 child/teddy bear duos to arrive.Why: It’s alfresco eating at it’s most child-friendly.When: August 8, 12–4pm.Where: Piccadilly Gardens; www
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May/June Half-term events for the North
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 18/05/2011 12:55:44
Our pick of fun family activities for the half-term holidays
The Big Bear HuntMay 30There are bears loose in the woods at Norton Priory, Runcorn. Help the rangers to track them down as part of The Big Bear Hunt and enjoy stories, games and crafts. Anish Kapoor: FlashbackUntil June 5Peer into strange mirrors
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Six super-cool snow toys
By Fiona McKim on 10/01/2013 14:26:53
We hear an icy front is on the horizon so treat your child to a slick snow accessory
Penguin and Polar Bear Inflatable SledgesWhat's black and white and fun all over? Why it's an inflatable penguin sledge! The cute waddling chappie is joined by a polar bear chum in these modern toboggans, perfect for easy storage and travel
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Exclusive Q&A with theatre director Sally Cookson
By Sophie Westnedge on 13/05/2013 14:53:22
Theatre director gives Junior her thoughts on stage adaptations and introducing children to the world of plays...
, ahead of the opening of her stage adaptation of We’re Going On A Bear Hunt, to find out her childhood experience of the theatre and why she thinks theatre is important for children.Q. What were your own experiences of theatre like as a child?A. Both my
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Splendid summer shopping centre activities
By Fiona McKim on 18/07/2011 10:48:55
Stay cool this summer with our pick of the best shopping centre activities
child is destined for gregarious Gryffindor or sneaky Slytherin and improve their Expelliarmus with a magical Harry Potter themed day out at Cannon Park in Canley. The free event will include birds of prey, a flying Ford Anglia and the chance to pose
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Family theatre for February half term
By Fiona McKim on 15/02/2013 15:31:13
Exciting events to entertain your child this half term
singing-all dancing production of JM Barrie’s ode to childhood, Peter Pan as it flies into Billingham Forum Theatre on February 20. For more details and dates, visit www.forumtheatrebillingham.co.ukAntelopes, zebras orang-utans and polar bears will all
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Into the woods
By Clay Johnson on 23/01/2008 10:30:54
Magical and majestic – trees fascinate children.
for children – even Rupert the Bear is joining the search (visit www.rupertbear.com). But how will your child recognise an ancient tree? Well, in layman’s terms it’s simply one that makes you say “wow”! Like humans, ancient trees tend to get shorter and fatter
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Love Parks Week 2011
By Fiona McKim on 25/07/2011 17:14:56
Get outdoors this week and enjoy Britain’s gorgeous green spaces
guide to family days out
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