images to represent all of the various sports. The Paralympics GB scarf features a hand painted Lion and 60 hand prints to symbolise the 60 million supporters across Great Britain. All of the profits will be donated to the British Olympic and Paralympic

An array of sporting goodies from Poco NidoIt's nearly time to start supporting Team GB and Paralympics GB and with all eyes very much on London, the Olympic spirit is gathering in momentum. Involving your children in the festivities can help them learn all about teamwork, not to...

) and day trips; they can even pack pre-ordered groceries in the fridge before you arrive.Tel: 01637 861005 or visit www.beachretreats.co.ukYou may also be interested in reading our Great British holidays article.

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

. With features such as a Gothic window from the original church, the property retains its original character, but has luxurious, modern facilities. It sleeps six and costs from £1,111 for a week. If you’d prefer a sea view, you can book The Crag, on Britain’s

THEY ARE ONE of Britain’s great summer traditions. The Queen herself leads the way with her royal garden parties replete with cucumber sandwiches (sans crusts, of course) and military brass band.    For your own child-friendly al fresco affair, you

family of four with modern and spacious interiors, log-burning stoves, TVs, DVDs and Playstation, as well as traditional board games; and there is a sea kayak available on a first come, first served basis.One of Britain’s most popular coastal resorts

1. Cheddar Gorge, Somerset This gorge is a Special Area of Conservation, as it contains a large number of European Protected Species. Here you can see bats, water voles, peregrine falcons, mountain goats, great crested newts and dormice

to identify edible plants and light fires without matches. Forest of Dean, GloucestershireStarting in the Cannop Valley, this circular family cycle trail follows an old railway route past plenty of great picnic sites.Llyn Mair, Gwynedd, North Wales An easy

and five-voice harmonies during this outdoor afternoon concert at Wales' National Botanic Gardens, Carmarthenshire.For more fun events, and to see what's happening in your area, visit the official Love Parks Week website.And for great summer events, see our