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Roald Dahl Museum, Buckinghamshire
By Fiona McKim on 20/07/2011 16:14:22
Discover why the fantastic Mr Dahl captivates every generation of the family
to retain the mischievous spirit of the man himself whilst providing an educational family day out. Cheeky children will revel in tales of Dahl’s schoolboy pranks whilst adult aficionados can delve into the vast archive of manuscripts, photographs, letters
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Launching this week - The Big Draw
By Fiona McKim on 01/10/2012 11:08:00
Scribble yourself silly at this fabulous family event
place this Sunday, September 30 will see a full day of free drawing activities inspired by the museum’s collection plus visits from legendary etchers Quentin Blake and Gerald Scarfe.Children can meet Cbeebies' Mister Maker for a crown-designing workshop
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Five Wonderful Winter Activities
By Fiona McKim on 14/12/2012 13:44:00
When the big freeze sets in, keep busy with these wondrously wintry pastimes
to decorate. Now shake and watch the sparkly snow fly!2. Wrap up warmly, make up a flask of hot chocolate and set off on a winters day walk. Many National Trust properties hold organised family walks with specially trained grounds staff who can introduce your
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Harrods unveil Disney pop-up shop
By Fiona McKim on 05/11/2012 16:02:00
The iconic London department store add sprinkling of fairydust for Christmas 2012
Once upon a time, in a land not-so-very-far away, a luxurious department store decided to grant the wishes of little princesses everywhere, allowing them to step into their very own Disney film.Never known to do things by halves, Harrods has unveiled this pink, sparkly 7,000 squa...
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Family fun for Independent Booksellers Week 2012
By Fiona McKim on 25/06/2012 18:35:14
From a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party to a nationwide Wally hunt, families can have a ball whilst supporting independent bookshops at this fiesta of local literature
, where a local storyteller will spin the yarn of rationing during the war, then sweeten the deal by handing out old-fashioned sugary treats to all children in attendance. Don't Miss... Junior's top 100 books of all time, voted for by readers
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Summer Events for the South West and Isle Of Wight
By Fiona McKim on 01/08/2011 11:19:36
Our pick of fun family activities for the summer holidays
in the Isle of Wight boasts an eight-day schedule combining competitive racing and great fun for competitors and spectators alike. Get out on the water aboard one of the spectator boats or take part in some sailing taster sessions, then enjoy the spectacular
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Diggerland
By Fiona McKim on 21/07/2011 16:18:46
Do something constructive with your afternoon at this fun family park
2 2NUDiggerland Durham, Langley Park DH7 9TTDiggerland Devon, Verbeer Manor, Cullompton EX15 2PEDiggerland Yorkshire, Willowbridge Lane, Whitwood, Castleford WF10 5NWSee more family days out
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Take part in a Ben 10 alien world record challenge
By Fiona McKim on 01/08/2012 16:44:51
Cartoon network invite children throughout Britain to build an enormous alien
– Cabot Circus shopping centre, BristolSeptember 29 – Bluewater shopping centre, KentDon't miss... Find the best summer days out in your area
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Hallowe'en happenings in London
By Fiona McKim on 02/10/2011 17:57:47
Our pick of the most fiendishly fun family events this Hallowe'en
, carvings, talks and games.For more fun family days out, see our pick of the best autumn activities in London
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Hallowe'en happenings in Wales
By Fiona McKim on 02/10/2011 12:11:51
Our pick of the most fiendishly fun family events this Hallowe'en
symbol of the Iron Age.For more fun family days out, see our pick of the best autumn activities in Wales
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