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Made in England
By Catherine Hudson on 21/03/2011 09:45:42
Beautiful girlswear label, Millie Manu, launches its spring summer website
We love celebrating the best of British... Childrenswear designer, and mother, Camilla is launching the gorgeous spring summer Millie Manu clothing collection online. Beautiful clothing for girls from 12 months to eight years are designed
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English Holidays
By on 13/04/2010 16:45:52
From grand adventures, to urban retreats, rural romps, fairytale holidays or casual coastal days away, the choice is yours with these places to go in England
Grand MansionsThey don’t come much grander than The Elms. Built in 1710, the imposing Queen Anne Mansion is set in ten acres of beautiful gardens in the heart of rural Worcestershire. Recently refurbished, the hotel is the newest member
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Walks and rides
By Suzanne Milne on 18/04/2010 13:24:34
Have fun in the fresh air with these 10 walks and rides
1. Troll Trail, Isle of Wight The Troll Trail between Merstone and Shide is traffic-free and crosses many bridges – where all those trolls live, of course. Visit www.pushchairwalks.co.ukwww.pushchairwalks.co.uk 2. Cuckmere Haven, Sussex
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Theme parks
By Suzanne Milne on 19/06/2009 13:26:10
Classic theme parks that will amaze and delight
1. Diggerland Get behind the wheel of a JCB at one of Britain’s four Diggerland theme parks. Tel: 0871 227 7007 or visit www.diggerland.com 2. Blackgang Chine, Isle of WightThis is now one of the UK’s first theme parks, with roller
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Perfect picnics
By Suzanne Milne on 20/04/2010 13:10:46
Set the family up for an afternoon at one of these 10 gorgeous picnic spots
1. Brownsea Island, Dorset This is the famous birthplace of Scouting, and children will love the Smuggler’s Trail and there are plenty of picnic spots. Tel: 01202 707744 or visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk 2. Sheffield Park Garden, East
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Wildlife spots in Britain
By Suzanne Milne on 18/04/2010 13:22:06
Seals, bats, foxes or deer – discover the UK's beautiful animals in their own habitat
squirrels, pine martens and otters. Tel: 01556 670464 or visit www.rspb.org.uk9. Falls Of Clyde, South Lanarkshire This reserve is home to a pair of nesting peregrine falcons, as well as kingfishers, otters and badgers. Tel: 01555 665262; www.newlanark.org10
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Cool campsites
By Suzanne Milne on 13/04/2010 13:18:04
There is nothing like a camping trip to bring the family closer together, so try one of these 10 fabulous locations
in 20 acres of private, ancient woodland overlooking Lake Windermere. Long Valley Yurts, tel: 01539 731089; The Lovely Yurt Company, tel: 07811 224698 or visit www.lakedistrictcamping.co.uk7. Fisherground Campsite, Cumbria This is a children’s paradise
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Action-packed days out
By Junior on 19/06/2009 13:27:35
Learn a new skill or find hidden treasure with one of these 10 fun ideas
Action-packed days1. Follow a snorkelling trail, Dorset The clear waters at Kimmeridge Bay provide a great place to discover sea life. Snorkellers must be over the age of five and confident swimmers. Tel: 01929 481044 or visit www
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Collector’s Classic: White Rabbit Night Light
By Junior on 01/11/2009 00:00:00
Children will be delighted with this award-winning, lovable White Rabbit Light
Although it looks like it’s from a bygone era, the White Rabbit Light was created by the White Rabbit England Company in their Staffordshire Potteries this year. Made from fine bone china, the lamp glows gently from the inside when switched on
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Music festivals
By Suzanne Milne on 20/04/2010 14:40:21
All the music without the mayhem – these are the best festivals for all the family in 2010
' with open air DJs and 'The Hidden Hedge' – a secluded hideaway with a chilled vibe and secret appearances. The line up for 2010 is yet to be announced. Visit www.blissfields.co.uk3. JULY 14–18 Larmer Tree Festival, Wiltshire/Dorset border There are usually
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