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The guilt-free guide to motherhood
By Catherine O'Dolan on 04/08/2010 16:02:57
Ten reasons not to feel guilty – you are doing a great parenting job!
you possibly be a positive role model for your daugther? You want the good news? Here's ten great commandments to make you feel better about your life as a parent.1. Feeling guilty is a wasted emotion – it does more harm than good and it doesn
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Glorious Gleneagles for family Easter fun – and kids go free!
By Catherine O'Dolan on 17/04/2011 11:02:07
The circus comes to town – or rather country – at luxurious family hotel, as well as pampering treats and, um, a golf course or two, for the grown-ups
's on offer to give an alternative stay to a stay at the luxury Gleneagles hotel and resort. Between April 1–28 (excluding Friday 22 and Saturday 23 April), families can book in to workshops and learn to stilt walk, juggle and master the art of the human
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Mary McCartney's delicious family recipes: Sunday Roast, Meatballs and Cheesy Quesadillas
By Catherine O'Dolan on 23/08/2010 15:38:22
Dine in with tasty vegetarian home-cooked foods from Mary McCartney's meat-free kitchen
finelyPinch dried mixed herbs1 tbs reduced salt soy sauce (or tamari sauce)½ tin chopped tomatoes (approx 200g)Small handful unsalted almonds, finely choppedSmall handful pine nuts, finely chopped3tbsp grated mature Cheddar3 free-range eggs, beaten
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BEN & JERRY'S SUNDAE MUSICAL FESTIVAL July 23-24
By Catherine O'Dolan on 17/06/2011 12:14:32
Fab music, fun family entertainment – and free ice creams galore! Head to Ben & Jerry's fiesta extravaganza in London and Manchester
Fab music? Yes. Chilled-out family vibe? Yes. Free scoops of ice-cream? Yummy, yes, yes, yes. You'll find it all at the family-friendly Ben & Jerry's Sundae Musical Festival. The family-centred extravaganza, now in its seventh year, has become a
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Legoland Hotel, Windsor
By Catherine O'Dolan on 09/04/2012 10:12:09
Ever feel that one day at Legoland just isn't enough? Stay overnight at the new hotel and get two day's free entry to the park!
with while you're there.Then there's the Lego Pirates themed splash pool, and an interactive play zone.What's more, guests get exclusive access to the park for an hour before it opens to the public.Rooms from £247 for a themed family room (2 adults/2
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DEER SHED FESTIVAL: JULY 22-24
By Catherine O'Dolan on 17/06/2011 12:14:32
Junior's Festival Guide checks out the Deer Shed Festival 2011
luxury room or, a bit more rock ‘n’ roll, a log cabin.What does it cost Adult weekend ticket £59; £15 for child six-plus; under-fives are free. Camping is free. Extend your stay Head towards the seaside town of Scarborough, and stay at The Lodge, a luxury
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Super Saturday on Clapham Common
By Catherine O'Dolan on 03/08/2011 14:27:40
End your festival season with a musical finale featuring The Saturdays, Ollie Murs, Sugababes, Chipmunk and more…
and basketball. There will also be plenty of other family-friendly activities including face-painting, a bouncy castle, bungee trampolines and an inflatable course – all included in the price. Tickets cost £30 for adults; £20 for children; under-fives go free
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THE ORIGINAL CORNBURY FESTIVAL JULY 1–3 2011
By Catherine O'Dolan on 17/06/2011 12:14:32
Junior's family festival guide checks out The Original Cornbury Festival 2011
. What it costs £160 for adult weekend camping; 13–16 years £90; two under-12s free per adult. Extend your stay After the excess, perhaps a little rehab at the Priory? Well, the Priory Inn at nearby Tetbury offers a very relaxed and family-friendly vibe and great
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LARMER TREE FESTIVAL: JULY 1-3
By Catherine O'Dolan on 17/06/2011 14:21:06
Junior Festival Guide checks out the Larmer Tree Festival 2011
village (info@wigwamsam.co.uk), or book into a Hotel Bell Tent. What does it cost Adult tickets £197 for five days; 11–17 years £158; 5–10 years £127; under-fives free. (Three- and four-day, and daily tickets also available). Extend your stay Stay
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WYCHWOOD FESTIVAL: JUNE 3-5
By Catherine O'Dolan on 17/05/2011 15:48:33
Junior's Festival Guide checks out Wychwood 2011
rent a SoulPad sleeping up to five for £219. What does it cost Adult weekend tickets £115 plus £20 camping; 10–15 years £55; 5–9 years, £15; under-fives are free. Day tickets also available. Extend your stay The charming Regency town of Cheltenham Spa
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