in Omagh, a local artist will bring the story to life by creating a mural before your very eyes.Autumnfest 2011September 24Celebrate the wonders of autumn at Carfunnock Country Park with a day of seasonal activities for the whole family. Watch live

to take home. In my experience, children are always happy with this thoughtful compromise, and parents can feel satisfied with their own responsible approach to an activity that will always be cherished as a wonderful childhood memory.Ingrid Thomas

and modelling materials. Simply scrumptious!It’s For Kidz FestivalAugust 27-28A festival which is just ‘for kidz’ held at M&D’s theme park by Strathclyde Loch. Activities include a massive sandpit, craft stations, colouring-in areas, children's DJs. Plus, Peppa

Things to make Gingerbread stars and crafty trimmings for the tree, and terrific table settings.Jolly jaunts Festive days out in North, South, Midlands, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales and London.Curl up Cosy picture books, plus festive books for

, there’s a swimming pool, concert stage and lots of activities to try, from pedalo rides to pétanque. Look out too for special workshops for children.Amsterdam City BeachesBoasting ten urban beaches, Amsterdam is the sandiest city of them all. Its

ShowJuly–8Taking place at Henry VIII's old haunt, the annual Hampton Court Palace Flower Show has a feast of fun to delight little visitors. Children can hang out amongst a bounty of beautiful blooms, enjoy life music and picnic amongst Britain

days; 11–17 years £158; 5–10 years £127; under-fives free. (Three- and four-day, and daily tickets also available). Extend your stay Stay at family-friendly Woolley Grange near Bath with activities for the children and babysitting and pampering for you

charity shops or flea markets for old hats to decorate. Make tissue paper flowers, ribbon from long strips or crêpe paper and birds out of cardboard then pile everything on, securing with plastic covered wire – the madder the better!Tiptoe through

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

on astounding feats of human agility and endurance. Mini OlympicsJuly 5On your marks, get set and go to Brintons Park in Kidderminster for this exciting day out. Children under five and their families can take part in art and craft activities, face painting