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Family activities…for when you're stuck at home
By Suzanne Milne on 17/04/2010 20:18:30
10 fun activities for children when you're staying in
’s head and wrap her in some big gypsy-style jewellery, then set up a selection of origami fortune tellers (see Origami Fortune Tellers in our Arts & Crafts section) from which her customers can choose. Cross her palm with silver and the future is yours
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It's relaxation all round with the Tiddley Pom Baby Spa
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 30/05/2011 19:44:17
Can’t settle your fractious, crinkly-faced babe? A soothing massage could be the answer. Emma Nash, creator of the Tiddley Pom Baby’s First Spa Experience set, explains why
of music, massage and aromatherapy. Each of these elements has been carefully crafted by Tiddley Pom to maximise the relaxing effect. Smell, sound and touch have long been known to have an effect on the brain. It is no different for babies.What are your
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Paradise Found
By Kelly Beswick on 31/05/2011 18:21:09
For a dream destination, with everything on hand for the best family holiday ever, the Shandrani Resort & Spa, Mauritius, has got it all
designed and furnished with colourful furniture and accessories. A traditional swing and a jungle gym can be found in the gardens, while inside there’s a large, airy room with different activity sections, including arts and crafts, storytelling and dressing
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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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Choosing a children's holiday club
By Junior on 12/08/2011 15:44:08
A well-run children’s club is a real bonus, keeping your child happily entertained, and giving you some much-needed “me-time”
, with wooden plank walls and sails and barrels as artful decoration. The complimentary club is for ages four to 11, though babies and toddlers are welcome with an accompanying adult. Activities include a playground, pool, movie room, arts and crafts and a Youth
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Family festivals in the UK
By Junior on 12/08/2011 17:31:31
What could be further removed from the daily routine than the chance to let your hair down at a family festival?
arts and crafts, shows (this year it was The Gruffalo and Mr Tumble), as well as a fairground and Zippos Circus. Its seaside setting also slots into a perfect start – or finish – to a West Country holiday. One of the most popular – and increasingly
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Fun for foodies around the globe
By Junior on 15/08/2011 11:32:28
A cookery class with Raymond Blanc, an opportunity to select from menus by some of the world's finest chefs... globetrotting gastronomes will be drooling over these delicious holiday ideas
Playa, offers children Mange-Tout food classes (www.mangetoutkids. com). Each day is colour-themed and focuses on different fruits and vegetables and includes cookery, along with arts and crafts, games and songs to inspire children to eat healthily
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All-action holidays
By Junior on 16/08/2011 15:00:10
These lively holiday ideas from parasailing to hang gliding will give your family a real adrenalin rush
Clermont Ferrand, is also a great day out. Accommodation at Auvergne Naturelle is in a luxurious yurt, with plenty of activities from woodland crafts and fire-making to gentle wildlife walks and a visit to a delightful fairy garden. A seven-night stay costs
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Remember, Remember
By Fiona McKim on 03/11/2011 11:56:20
Have grand Guy Fawkes night with our seasonal safety tips
indoors with them, perhaps watching through a window. If fireworks are not an option there are still plenty of lovely ways to celebrate Bonfire Night as a family: Get together for some firework inspired art and craft activities, have a conker tournament
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Fabulous Festive Days Out In The North
By Fiona McKim on 10/11/2011 10:30:26
Our pick of the happiest yuletide happenings for a Northern Noël
of Durham which for one weekend will be taken over by a giant craft and gift marquee and local food producers market. Entertainment throughout the weekend will include reindeer, sleigh rides and a children’s lantern processionThe GruffaloDecember 3Head to
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