of activities on offer or places to stay within the UK.Yes, the weather can be temperamental at times, but it doesn’t rain constantly. In any case, Britain is a great family holiday destination whatever the weather. Children can have just as much fun exploring

 spa facilities. There’s also a choice of plush rooms to stay in and the package is available all year round from £595 per couple. For more ideas on visits to the Lake District including family days out, cool campsites and perfect picnic spots, visit our Travel

are available as part of Wightlink’s Days Out programme, which offer discounted ferry and attraction entrance tickets for a family of four travelling by car (Dinosaur Isle priced at £49.50; Amazon World from £61.50 and Brading Roman Villa at £50.50). Tel: 0871

in the Harry Potter films. From £159 per night for a family of four, including B&B. There are loads of good ideas for days out in the UK in our Travel section.

with birds on the Wee Owl Experience. Children can even become a Turnberry farmer for the day. There’s an indoor pool with sea views, a superb spa, and, of course, two of the world’s best golf courses for parents to do a round upon. In the evening, families

serenity. If you want a romantic meal out, you can book a babysitter and head to The Brooke Restaurant, or for sunny days, alfresco dining is available in the Pear Garden. Visit www.luxuryfamilyhotels.co.ukUrban AdventuresLondon may be busy and sprawling

of other family activities on offer, many with a nautical, seafaring spin. Fowey Marine Adventures (tel: 01726 832300; www.fowey-marine-adventures.co.uk) offers wildlife cruises with added oomph, as the 12-seater Kernow Explorer whisks you out of Fowey

-century manor house set on Sir Walter Raleigh’s old estate. Family suites are spacious with two bedrooms and a large living room. There’s a delicious Organic Pharmacy Spa, as well as golf and fine dining. A team of Private Assistants call you a few days before

Walter Raleigh’s old estate. Family suites are spacious with two bedrooms and a large living room. There’s a delicious Organic Pharmacy Spa, as well as golf and fine dining. A team of Private Assistants call you a few days before you are due to arrive

want a romantic meal out, you can book a babysitter and head to The Brooke Restaurant, or for sunny days, alfresco dining is available in the Pear Garden. Visit www.luxuryfamilyhotels.co.ukUrbanLondon may be busy and sprawling, but it’s stuffed