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More Ways To Turn Your Garden Into A Wildlife Haven
By Fiona McKim on 27/10/2011 17:33:40
Ten quick tips to ensure your garden is buzzing with life
Ensure your garden has a wide variety of flowers, plants and even weeds, all of which contribute to our ecosystem and will attract a wide range of animal life.Try to create a nest-like structure by growing hedgerows or thick foliage for insects
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Treasure Beach
By Junior on 11/08/2011 11:50:59
Treasure Beach is located on what’s regarded as the best beach on Barbados, Paynes Bay
The wide stretch of white sand and gentle sea, make it a perfect children’s playground. Now the hotel has appointed a Kids Concierge to arrange family picnics, sandcastle building competitions and even a children’s ‘cocktail’ hour at 4pm daily, when
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Compendium: Bird Feeders
By Junior on 01/03/2011 12:03:25
Create a stylish abode for our feathered friends with these high-flying designs.
Spotty Birdhouse £8.50 from Bombay Duck
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Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
By Melissa Viguier on 28/05/2012 18:42:04
For a terrifically tropical family day out, try the brilliant botanic gardens in Edinburgh
If you need a break somewhere far-flung and exotic (but without all the travelling, packing and expense), then go for a sensory adventure instead. The perfect place to do this is in the greenhouse network at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
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Ten ways to attract wildlife this spring
By Clay Johnson on 23/02/2011 15:52:53
Spring is sprung and wildlife is abundant. Here’s how to attract an assortment of creatures to your garden
to encourage all manner of creatures to your garden.5. Plant flowers to attract bees and butterflies Lavender, thyme, buddleia and sedum all encourage pollination.6. Leave out hedgehog and badger food Buy some special food from your local pet shop – bread
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Junior Chefs cook up some delicious treats at the Royal Garden Hotel, Kensington
By Catherine O'Dolan on 09/02/2012 18:06:26
Rustle up delightful cookies and delectable chocolates at these chef masterclasses for children – you even get to lick the spoon!
of greenery in the Royal Parks. The view from our Executive Room at the Royal Garden Hotel in High StreetKensington afforded a stunningview of Kensington Gardens, which, even on the early evening of a rather grey Fridaywas sprinkled with dog
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The best family shows touring in November
By Fiona McKim on 07/11/2012 14:35:00
From Rapunzel to Ratty - these theatre performances are perfect for children
.birmingham-rep.co.ukWho could resist the chance to step inside a secret oasis, hidden from the world? Protus Theatre company's reworking of the classic tale, The Secret Garden, features circus skills, puppetry, film and music to magical effect. Step inside at Lincoln Centre
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Plants to choose for the perfect family garden
By Fiona McKim on 11/04/2012 11:05:33
Stimulate your child’s senses with this fragrant flora
.Taste Strawberries, tomatoes, potatoes, courgettes (Though children should also be warned not to eat anything in the garden unless they have been given permission to do so).Dangerous plants to be avoidedThere are a number of plants that can cause skin irritations
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Great games to play with water
By Junior on 12/07/2012 14:08:18
Make a splash by playing these wonderful water games with your child
plastic tea set will keep your toddler busy for hours (and will be good training for later life).Give large paint brushes and a ‘paint pot’ of water, then let her paint the garden fence or outside of your house.Let her water your flowers. Give a big bucket
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Now touring: The best family shows in your area
By Fiona McKim on 10/04/2012 17:27:44
See stars of the stage as they visit theatres across the country
The Tiger Who Came To Tea drops by your local theatre. For tour details, visit www.thetigerwhocametotealive.comIn The Night Garden LiveMay 24–September 23To the untrained ear, Upsy Daisy and Makka Pakka may sound like gibberish but, to their fans
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