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Fabulous Festive Days Out In The Midlands
By Fiona McKim on 10/11/2011 10:20:00
Our pick of the happiest yuletide happenings in the heart of the country
The Festive Gift FairNovember 17–20De-stress your Christmas shopping expedition this year and turn it into a fun, family day out at the NEC Birmingham. The hundreds of sellers in attendance at this four day shopping spectacular will be offering
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Celebrate the London Restaurant Festival
By Catherine Hudson on 28/09/2011 15:42:51
Tantalise your tastebuds with a family friendly dinner at Zilli Fish
for free.The events will take place on the below datesOctober 10 – Dinner October 11 – Lunch & Dinner October 12 – Lunch & Dinner For more information, and to book tickets, visit the London Restaurant Festival website.To read up on top tips before
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Fabulous Festive Days Out In The South
By Fiona McKim on 10/11/2011 10:40:03
Our pick of the happiest yuletide happenings in the South
the resident reindeer.Festive Family Fun TrailDecember 3, 4Follow a trail around Framlingham Castle inSuffolk solving puzzles, finding hidden clues and maybe even winning a tasty treat.Mrs Greville's House at ChristmasDecember 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18Meet your most
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Fabulous Festive Days Out In Northern Ireland
By Fiona McKim on 10/11/2011 11:00:10
Our pick of the happiest yuletide happenings in Northern Ireland
with carol singers around the tree and sample traditional Christmas fare at this charmingly nostalgic family event.Magical Christmas MemoriesDecember 15–18Get into the festive spirit at Springhill Estate in County Londonderry with an immersive Christmas
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Fabulous Festive Days Out In Wales
By Fiona McKim on 10/11/2011 10:50:20
Our pick of the happiest yuletide happenings for a Welsh winter wonderland
with ice rink, reindeer and a visit from Father Christmas.Caerphilly’s Medieval Christmas FayreDecember 10–11Browse a medieval market filled with authentic olde-worlde produce and fill your boots with foodie delights at Caerphilly’s annual medieval fete
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Fabulous Festive Days Out In London
By Fiona McKim on 10/11/2011 10:00:42
Our pick of the happiest yuletide happenings in the capital
to open that day’s door on the impressive two metre high wooden calendar. Storytelling at Somerset houseDecember 3, 10, 11, 13, 14, 17, 22Curl up beside the glamorous New-York inspired Tiffany & Co tree at Somerset House for one of these fabulous
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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
halls with festive finery after taking part in a family workshop at Hopetoun House. A jolly time is certain to be had by all with mince pies and music adding to the cheerful Christmas atmosphere.Christmas DeerwalkDecember 17–18Wrap up warm and take a
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Delightful Dickensian Days Out
By Fiona McKim on 10/01/2012 15:22:08
Mark Charles Dickens’ bicentenary year with these fun family events
playground at the Museum Of London Docklands where young children can try out some old-fashioned games and make a toy to take home.Mansfield Museum Dickens FestivalFebruary 13–17Nottingham’s Mansfield Museum is laying on a plethora of crafty dickens
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Postcard from...China
By Junior on 08/08/2011 11:54:24
China is a fantastic destination to visit from climbing the Great Wall to walking around the Forbidden City
Where? China – an 11-day tour over the festive period taking in Beijing, Xi’an, Luoyang and Harbin.Why go there? China is full of breathtaking sights, from the Great Wall to the Terracotta Warriors. Children will love... Travelling on a variety
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Christmas in the Cotswolds
By Kate Donoughue on 24/10/2011 13:36:38
Rooms at the inn – take a festive break
The newly refurbished The Wheatsheaf Inn is a former traditional coaching inn set in the Cotswold market town of Northleach. Boasting a thoroughly British menu and a 300-plus wine list, there are also plenty of festive family treats on offer. Meet
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