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The best summer days out in London
By Fiona McKim on 19/06/2012 14:00:00
Savour the sunny season at one of these fabulous family events
Green Day OutJuly 1This event at Morden Hall Park offers a fresh family day out and a chance to up your eco-credentials to boot. Children can take part in recycled crafts, learn about wildlife conservation and take a twirl with the Greensleaves
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The best summer days out in Scotland
By Fiona McKim on 19/06/2012 13:54:00
Savour the sunny season at one of these fabulous family events
Scottish Traditional Boat FestivalJune 23Impressive vessels from far and wide will be cruising into the harbour at Portsoy for the Scottish Traditional Boat Festival. Highlights will include traditional maritime crafts, sumptuous local seafood
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The best summer days out in The North
By Fiona McKim on 19/06/2012 13:58:00
Savour the sunny season at one of these fabulous family events
Midsummer LabyrinthMay 5–July 12Pack a picnic and wind your way to Nostell Priory and Parkland, West Yorkshire, for the summer opening of their enormous labyrinth. Those who make it into the centre of this mysterious trail will be rewarded by encountering a most pleasant spot for...
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Make your own play dough
By Fiona McKim on 16/03/2012 15:54:02
Perfect for a rainy day, this home-made dough is the recipe for playtime success
Ingredients1 cup of plain flourHalf a cup of salt2 teaspoons cream of tartar1 cup of water Optional:1 teaspoon food colouring 1 teaspoon vanilla essenceMethod:Mix all of the ingredients together in a large bowl and transfer to a medium, heavy based saucepan.Slowly cook the mixtur...
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Five amazing art picture books
By Fiona McKim on 20/03/2012 10:47:36
Inspire a creative child with these vibrant reads
Miffy At The Gallery by Dick Bruna (Egmont, £4.99)Bruna's ever adorable bunny-girl takes a trip to the gallery and wonders if she, herself might become an artist one day in this gentle and simple read. A perfect introduction to the concept of modern art for very young children w...
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Easter Days Out In Scotland
By Fiona McKim on 27/03/2012 15:34:16
Have a crack at one of these fun family events
with Easter crafts activites, an egg hunt and a visit from a certain white rabbit.The Easter ExpressApril 8All aboard Brechin’s Caledonian Steam Railway for a trip through the Angus countryside to the historic Bridge Of Dun, where a pleasant 20 minute stroll
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Easter Days Out In Northern Ireland
By Fiona McKim on 27/03/2012 17:14:24
Have a crack at one of these fun family events
Baby BallroomMarch 31Sequins at the ready! Very young children can feel the rhythms of salsa, jive and freestyle dance during this professionally tutored taster workshop at Armagh’s Market Square.Baby Animal FestivalMarch 31Catch the adorable animals on Streamvale Open Farm for t...
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Junior Design Awards 2012: Toys & Games Winners
By Junior Design Awards on 22/05/2012 16:26:44
Here are all the winners in the Junior Design Awards 2012 in our Toys & Games categories
Best Classic Toy – Steiff Jointed Plush Teddy BearBest Toy Design (0 – 2 years) – Jamm ScootBest Toy Design (3 – 5 years) – Great Little Trading Co. Play Shop And TheatreBest Toy Design (6+ years) – HotWheels Wall TrackBest Arts & Crafts
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Junior Design Awards 2012: Toys & Games Winners
By Junior Design Awards on 22/05/2012 13:18:57
Here are all the winners in the Junior Design Awards 2012 in our Toys & Games categories
Best Classic Toy – Steiff Jointed Plush Teddy BearBest Toy Design (0 – 2 years) – Jamm ScootBest Toy Design (3 – 5 years) – Great Little Trading Co. Play Shop And TheatreBest Toy Design (6+ years) – HotWheels Wall TrackBest Arts & Crafts
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Ranch holidays for kids
By Kate Donoughue on 20/09/2012 12:30:00
Saddle up and take a horsey break in the US
On the shores of Flathead Lake in Montana, Flathead Lake Lodge is perfect for your young cowboys and cowgals. It has a great children’s programme that includes lots of horse time, plus arts and crafts, and watersports. Seven nights at the ranch
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