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Edinburgh Festival 2011
By Fiona McKim on 28/07/2011 11:07:09
Our pick of the best family-friendly shows at this year’s Edinburgh Festival
Each year during the month of August, the Scottish capital becomes a vibrant cultural hub as it plays host to the biggest arts festival in the world. With everything from one-man Shakespeare monologues to stand up ventriloquists and urban ballet
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National Museum Of Scotland
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 25/07/2011 15:46:53
A brand new children's gallery is among the treasures on offer at this Edinburgh museum this summer
, marvel at the world’s creatures in the Natural World gallery, chart the achievements of famous Scots in the Discoveries gallery and explore and find out about life on islands in the Pacific Ocean in the Facing The Sea gallery.Star attractions The museum
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Summer Events for Scotland
By Ciara Munnelly on 04/07/2011 11:21:00
Our pick of fun family activities for the summer holidays
and Arts Centre, Peebles.The Amazing Bubble ShowAugust 4–29Float away with an afternoon of mesmerising bubble entertainment at C Too, Edinburgh every day during the Fringe Festival. Gigantic bubbles, bubbles with people inside them, edible bubbles, square
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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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Fabulous Festive Days Out In Scotland
By Fiona McKim on 10/11/2011 10:10:27
Our pick of the happiest yuletide happenings north of the border
Matthew Bourne’s Nutcracker!November 29–December 3World-renowned choreographer, Matthew Bourne brings his sugar-coated spectacular to the Edinburgh Festival Theatre for a limited run before leaping off to London’s West End. Children and adults alike
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Celebrate Shakespeare's birthday
By Sophie Westnedge on 15/04/2013 15:33:57
Mark the Bard's birthday with a day of family fun at the Globe Theatre, London
and wizards on stilts. Plus, mind-bending roaming magicians, including Kevin McMahon from the Edinburgh International Magic Festival. There will also be lots of spooky-themed food on offer, including eyeball pies - if you dare to try them!In the evening, from
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New Year Cheer, Both Far And Near
By Fiona McKim on 19/12/2011 16:49:55
Welcome 2012 in style with our pick of Britain’s best events for families
at the National Trust’s Fleece Inn New Years Eve Party which will include a delicious supper and traditional Ceilidh.The SouthNew Year’s Day BrunchJanuary 1Segue seamlessly into the New Year and allow the stresses of the festive season so melt away as you enjoy a
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Jolly January Outings in Scotland
By Zoe Dickens on 04/01/2012 13:55:05
Banish the post-Christmas blues with these great days out
2Postpone the New Year diet one more day by enjoying a hot mince pie and drink on the traditional Strathspey steam-engine. Bask in the vintage glow of this old-fashioned train as you take in the breath-taking views of the Highlands' winter landscape.Festive
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Jubilee family events
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 29/05/2012 14:30:56
Not decided how your family will spend the Jubilee Bank Holiday weekend? Then take a look at our pick of events...
watering-hole Bourne & Hollingsworth will be taking over Bedford Square Gardens for a day of Jubilee jollity, including swing dancing, sports day-style games, Punch And Judy shows and lots of lovely treats and tipples. Jubilee Family Festival
in Hyde Park
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The best Christmas activities for children across the UK
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 02/12/2010 11:33:30
From meeting Santa to Christmas trails, here's our bumper guide of fun activities for children for the festive season
, Glasgow G43 1AT.Royal Botanic Gardens EdinburghDecember 18, 19Learn about Christmas spices and take part in hands-on activities at the Royal Botanic Gardens.Time: 12.30–3.30pm. Cost: Free. Inverleith Row EH3 5LR.Festival Fun Day at the Scottish Seabird
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