Michael Caines has many, many pots on the boil.Having won numerous accolades for his achievements in the hospitality industry, Michael will be hosting his first London eatery this year, a pop-up family restaurant in the OXO Tower in which competition

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

sessions, open to all ages. The whole family can get their groove on to samba and carnival beats at Sutton House, Hackney, with guidance from the world-class Rambert Dance Company.   Disney Princess ParadeOctober 2Welcome Rapunzel as she takes up her role

, children can monkey around in Lincolnshire’s largest adventure playground whilst you enjoy some local seasonal fare in the restaurant.Toys For The BoysSeptember 15–October 30Boys, girls and young-at-heart parents can indulge their playful side

Axel Scheffler and Lauren Child.Southbank Centre Christmas MarketNovember 18–December 24Peruse over sixty German wooden chalets and pick up unique artisanal gifts for friends and family at the Southbank Centre’s charming Christmas market. Children

LondonNew Year’s Eve Funk PartyDecember 31Rare is the New Year’s Eve party that is as child-friendly as it is fun for adults but London restaurant Caponata and sister venue The Forge may just have pulled it off. Kicking off at a family-friendly 7pm