to create interesting effects at Haslemere Museum, Surrey.Sock Toys May 31 Be inspired by the toy collection at Hollytrees Museum, Colchester, and make toys out of socks and other materials, just children had to during the Second World War.The Royal Bath

hosts special A Day Out With Thomas events when children can board the Thomas The Tank Engine train.Star attractions The pedal car models by Bugatti, Jaguar, Maserati and Lotus will excite speed demons large and small, although in reality their top speed

, children can monkey around in Lincolnshire’s largest adventure playground whilst you enjoy some local seasonal fare in the restaurant.Toys For The BoysSeptember 15–October 30Boys, girls and young-at-heart parents can indulge their playful side

45 Days Of FunOpen Now–August 14There will be no excuse to stay indoors this summer with The Gyle, Edinburgh organising 45 days of free summer activities from 1st July. Children of all ages can get involved with activities ranging from free pop

2 2NUDiggerland Durham, Langley Park DH7 9TTDiggerland Devon, Verbeer Manor, Cullompton EX15 2PEDiggerland Yorkshire, Willowbridge Lane, Whitwood, Castleford WF10 5NWSee more family days out

day shopping spectacular will be offering everything from delicious American candy and contemporary jewellery to children’s toys and books and home furnishings.Frankfurt Christmas Market And Craft FairNovember 18–23As the largest authentic German

exhibition are full of delightful diversions. Children dress as a Cavalier, mount a wooden steed and try out a replica manège saddle and enter a scale model of the Little Castle (a castle within the castle) to sit down as special guests at an extravagant

! children's museum and meet naughty elves Twinkle and Jingle. Take part in a magical interactive story session and receive a gift from Santa Claus. Minimum of three shows a day.Time: 10am–5pm. Cost: £8.95 (adults/children). Show and present from Santa: £3

parks have rides aimed at different age groups, so if your children are different ages, you might decide to split up for some of the day, and meet up for the rides that everyone wants to do.Study the maps before you go and work out a route which takes

the Travelling Souk which will be offering homeware, clothing and jewellery.Decorate A Christmas Tree DayDecember 3Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm in Bristol will be hosting this creative session where crafty children can create their own festive decorations as well as meet