Few places are more child-friendly than Cornwall, whether it’s learning to surf, enjoying a pirate-themed boat trip or finding out about the planet at the Eden Project. For adventures with a difference, visit Marazion beach, which reputedly has

■ The Llawnroc hotel has just opened in the village of Gorran Haven, Cornwall, featuring 18 lovely rooms and fine local cuisine, such as Fowey Estuary mussels steamed in Cornish cider. Book before December 20 and get a 30 per discount, so a double

-rental company Avis UK has just introduced a time-saving scheme – you can now request that your car hire is delivered and collected for just £10 each way by booking online. And, if you book before 12pm, your car can even be delivered the same day. Set just metres

, take part in specially tailored tours of nearby Victoria Falls and game drives and enjoy drumming sessions around the campfire. Bailey Robinson is offering a seven-night stay in the luxurious two-bedroom Garden Cottage from £11,550 for a family of four

1 Freshen upSpring cleaning traditionally takes place when the weather is warm enough to open the windows and let the fresh air in. To make the task less daunting, break the task down in to small projects, and of course, many hands make light work