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The best summer days out in Wales
By Fiona McKim on 19/06/2012 13:55:00
Savour the sunny season at one of these fabulous family events
Pig-ScotJune 23Children and adults alike should dig out their race day finery and head along to Cantref Aventure Farm for Wales’ premier porcine racing event! Cheer on the farm’s resident pigs as they trot around a specially built racing track
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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
LondonCharles Dickens Bicentenery EventsFeburary 11–19Mark the month of Charles Dickens bicentenary with a series of half-term events at the Museum Of London. Children can take a stroll with the legendary author as he recounts the inspiration behind
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Summer Events for the North
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 01/07/2011 17:19:06
Our pick of fun family activities for the summer holidays
July 23–September 4Saddle up for fun at Eureka! in West Yorkshire. Children can pitch Cowboy Camps, take part in Cherokee Challenges and join in with arts and crafts.Dragons’ DayJuly 24A ‘dragonish’ day of fun activities for all the family – mask making
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Tales of Tuscany
By Junior on 02/08/2011 11:07:09
Tuscany's rich history of art and culture, great food and brilliant weather will please the whole family
excellent English (even if he did think curly-locks Joe was a girl). The real comedy began when we tried to converse with our chef, Velma, who came to cook for us later that evening. There’s something glamorously decadent about having your own personal chef
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The A-Z of cruise holidays
By Junior on 18/08/2011 12:44:24
Think cruises are just for the old folk? Think again – they are now the perfect vessel for a fun-filled family holiday
A is for AlaskaFor children over six, Alaska is a fantastic destination where they can learn about glaciers, whales and dolphins, kayak with sea otters, see husky dogs and go on bear-watching safaris. Holland America Line is one of the biggest
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THE A-Z OF CRUISE HOLIDAYS
By Sue Bryant on 26/01/2006 12:24:28
Think cruises are just for the old folk? Think again – they are now the perfect vessel for a fun-filled family holiday
ALASKAFor children over six, Alaska is a fantastic destination where they can learn about glaciers, whales and dolphins, kayak with sea otters, see husky dogs and go on bear-watching safaris. Holland America Line is one of the biggest Alaskan
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Festival fun
By Kate Donoughue on 08/04/2011 12:27:30
Take in a child-friendly festival this summer
workshops. Added extras Greentop Circus Cabaret in the Big Top, a Saturday night comedy show (with no swearing!), comedy workshops plus James Campbell, the children’s stand-up comedian du choix. Where to stay On-site camping in tent or camper van (£15
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The importance of grandparents
By on 20/04/2010 13:00:09
Rivers (who, incidentally, professes to adore being a grandmother) points out in her comedy act: “Everyone thinks their children are the smartest. I’d love to meet the grandmother who says, ‘My grandson is a moron.’”
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Le Manoir Aux Quat Saisons
By Catherine O'Dolan on 07/08/2010 13:18:27
Raymond Blanc is renowned for his world-class cuisine, but does the invitation to dine extend to the youngest diners too?
almost comedy French. In fact, when he leaves, Grace asks me which language he was speaking (it was English). As the children order apple juice, Raymond checks the credentials from the waiter: “Is it organic?” The waiter nods, “Bien sur.” “From where?” he
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Grandma’s winter health tips – facts and fiction
By Susan Walls on 01/10/2012 10:46:00
Life BC (before Calpol) involved a whole host of bizarre snuffle-soothers. But do grandma’s remedies actually work?
comforters...Coughs and chest infectionsGRANDMA’S REMEDY For babies, take a cinder from the fire and place in a cup of water. When cool, give a drop of cinder water on a spoon. For older children, rub goose grease onto the chest and back area before covering
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