this party offers a delicious three course meal (a children’s menu will be available) followed by a distinctly parent friendly disco-themed boogie wonderland dancing session with a live band.New Year’s Day ParadeKick off 2012 with an all-singing, all

and full of sparkling characters who will excite and enthuse the whole family with true tales of the past. Far from being a decaying relic, this ancient fortress provides a family day out full of drama and interest that really lives up to that often heard

delicious pumpkin shaped spooky cookie. Will your child be brave enough to ascend to Dorothy’s lair and experience her icy presence?For more fun family days out, see our pick of the best autumn activities in The South

Far from the reflective niceties of the Queen’s speech, or the explosive dramatics of Albert Square, for many people Christmas Day viewing means only one thing: a Doctor Who Special.Now valiant young explorers can relive their favourite festive

-luxe bespoke service, Sharky & George are also offering tailor made activity days for young hotel guests. Perhaps your budding movie mogul fancies a day learning how to shoot films and use special effects? Or how about a treasure hunt through Green Park

activities on offer for families seeking a jolly day out. Surrounded by 3000 acres of deer park and beautifully manicured gardens, the magnificent Abbey houses a vast private collection including silver, gold, furniture and priceless famed artworks. Children

to the rusty palate of autumn an array of red, oranges and yellows cover the landscape. Keep a keen eye out for some of the first trees to fade away and you may observe the vibrant princess pink of the Chinese spindle changing into a handsome red hue.Family X

If your child dreams of falling down the rabbit hole, entering Wonderland and meeting a host of madcap characters much like Lewis Carroll’s intrepid heroine Alice, this fantasy-filled mad hatters tea party at London’s Rib Rooms may prove to be the Cheshire cat’s pyjamas.This East...

of the big and small screen alike. Highlights of the museum’s extensive collection include the Animation Gallery featuring popular characters telling the story of animation from its earliest days and Experience TV, an interactive gallery charting television

Family StorytellingJanuary 28Gather round Society for Storytelling members, Pippa Reid and Claudia Mernick at Harrow Arts Centre for a family storytelling session followed by a crafty workshop inspired by the tales of the day.Storytelling Bus