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The best summer days out in Scotland
By Fiona McKim on 19/06/2012 13:54:00
Savour the sunny season at one of these fabulous family events
menagerie of exotic creatures during this interactive session at Inverness Floral Hall. Disney Live! Mickey’s Magic ShowJuly 6–8Abracadabra and hey presto! Before your very eyes appears the Magic Kingdom at Aberdeen’s AECC, complete with Mickey Mouse
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Domenica's darling dogs
By Fiona McKim on 06/08/2012 12:42:53
These quirky Celtic canines are crafted by hand, with love
These adorable felted friends are the creation of Scottish designer and author Domenica More Gordon , who takes inspiration from the magical bond we feel to our childhood toys and her Grandfather’s scruffy pet named Dog Show.Domenica crafts
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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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The best summer days out in Wales
By Fiona McKim on 19/06/2012 13:55:00
Savour the sunny season at one of these fabulous family events
including storytelling, live DJs, circus acts, comedy and theatre all handily under cover in case the reticent Welsh sun fails to materialise. Bert’s Magical Musical KitchenJuly 17This madcap, mouth-watering musical performance at Memorial Hall and Theatre
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Junior meets Where Is Fred? Illustrator, Ali Pye
By Fiona McKim on 28/05/2012 10:10:32
After being Highly Commended in our Most Promising New Talent category, the illustrator talks children, caravans and crafty foxes
What books did you love as you were growing up?I loved the Danny Fox novels by David Thomson: Funny, sophisticated and magical stories about a crafty fox who lives by his wits in order to steal fish, escape from a pack of wolves, rescue princesses
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The best summer days out in The South
By Fiona McKim on 19/06/2012 13:59:00
Savour the sunny season at one of these fabulous family events
–19Roll up, roll up To Adur Recreation Ground in West Sussex for this spectacular new circus show featuring clowns, magic, puppets, jugglers, trapeze artists and acrobats. Bristol International Balloon FiestaAugust 9–12A free festival where you and your
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The best summer days out in The North
By Fiona McKim on 19/06/2012 13:58:00
Savour the sunny season at one of these fabulous family events
. Grimm Fairytales On The LawnJuly 11A magical time is certain to be had by all at this outdoor theatre performance in Speke Hall, Merseyside. Watch as the fantasy world of the Brothers Grimm is brought to life on the North Lawn at twilight with tales of witches
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