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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
family science show with mad Professor Kaos and his lab rat Dr Dude. Entry is free so make sure you arrive early to the Laughing Horse at The Counting House to ensure your seated out of the danger zone!The Amazing Bubble ShowAugust 4–29Float away
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Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 17/06/2011 13:36:31
Some unusual guests are staying in the gardens this summer...
Starting life in the 17th-century as a physic garden from whence apothecaries would harvest medicinal ingredients, the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh has grown to become one of the world’s finest plant collections and a leading centre for scientific
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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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Hallowe'en happenings in Scotland
By Fiona McKim on 02/10/2011 12:08:18
Our pick of the most fiendishly fun family events this Hallowe'en
cottage restaurant will be providing themed lunches and teas throughout the day.For more fun family days out, see our pick of the best autumn activities in Scotland
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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
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
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The Best Days Out... ever!
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 25/07/2011 17:44:13
Hip, hip hooray! From cool castles to super safari parks and everything in between, we've scoured the UK to bring you the best family days out for summer holidays filled with fun
, BuckinghamshireRoyal Botanic Garden EdinburghSeven Stories, Newcastle Upon TyneThe Lost Gardens of Heligan, CornwallWarwick Castle, WarwickshireWoburn Safari Park, BedfordshireYork MazeYorkshire Sculpture Park, Wakefield
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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 coolest ice rinks in the UK
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 01/12/2010 12:07:11
Get your skates on and have a sparkling time at one of these fantastic ice rinks
pm (Sun–Weds), 10am–10pm (Thurs–Sat). Cost: £8.50 (adults), £7.50 (children). East Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh.Hyde Park Winter WonderlandNovember 19–January 4Thrill out with ice rink, fairground rides and Christmas market at Hyde Park's mammoth
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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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10 of the Best UK Beaches
By Suzanne Milne on 13/08/2010 13:28:51
Nothing beats a day of play on a beach. So grab your bucket and spade and get set for fun!
for water quality, so children can happily brave the chilly water for a paddle once you’ve packed the picnic away. Visit www.goodbeachguide.co.uk9. SeaCliff, East Lothian Perfect for a day trip from Edinburgh, this beach is a low-key, laid-back kind
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