picks from the festival calendar, Lounge On The Farm. Set on picturesque Merton Farm in the rolling Kent countryside, this hip boutique event offers a varied line-up of music, comedy and children’s events with a focus on local food and environmental

, where a local storyteller will spin the yarn of rationing during the war, then sweeten the deal by handing out old-fashioned sugary treats to all children in attendance.  Don't Miss... Junior's top 100 books of all time, voted for by readers

Families seeking a breath of fresh air should head for The Forge in Camden on February 4, where the regular farmer's market will be offering a selection of delicious local foods as well as an afternoon of gardening activities for all ages

salty seafaring activities abound including cannon firing sessions, storytelling on board HMS Gannet and puppetry with Pirate Pam.Day Out With ThomasJuly 21–24Children will have the chance to meet cheeky blue engine Thomas and his portly superior, Sir

on astounding feats of human agility and endurance. Mini OlympicsJuly 5On your marks, get set and go to Brintons Park in Kidderminster for this exciting day out. Children under five and their families can take part in art and craft activities, face painting

Pig-ScotJune 23Children and adults alike should dig out their race day finery and head along to Cantref Aventure Farm for Wales’ premier porcine racing event! Cheer on the farm’s resident pigs as they trot around a specially built racing track

, discover regal etiquette and take their place on a grand throne. Georgian OlympicsSundays from July 22–2If you thought life was tough for athletes in the present day Olympic games, wait until you discover the ways the Georgian classes amused themselves

Scottish Traditional Boat FestivalJune 23Impressive vessels from far and wide will be cruising into the harbour at Portsoy for the Scottish Traditional Boat Festival. Highlights will include traditional maritime crafts, sumptuous local seafood

. There will also be cookery demonstrations and an array of children’s entertainment including bouncy castles and a climbing wall. Sea SafariJuly 11Head out to sea on an Aquaholics sightseeing safari with your child, setting sail from Portstewart in County

Green Day OutJuly 1This event at Morden Hall Park offers a fresh family day out and a chance to up your eco-credentials to boot. Children can take part in recycled crafts, learn about wildlife conservation and take a twirl with the Greensleaves