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Summer Events for the Midlands
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 01/07/2011 17:52:24
Our pick of fun family activities for the summer holidays
.Beast QuestJuly 31Go on a hunt for the three Bs – bugs, beetles and butterflies at Brierley Forest Park, Nottinghamshire. Catch them using pooters and bug catchers and examine them under the microscope.Family RacingAugust 29A fabulous day out for all
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Autumn Days Out In The Midlands
By Fiona McKim on 15/09/2011 14:06:40
Our pick of the most awe-inspiring autumnal activities
of the newly restored East Parterre garden and pay a visit to the Perseus and Andromeda fountain with its majestic cascades, running until the end of October.For more fun family days out see our pick of the best Hallowe'en happenings in The Midlands
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Jolly January Outings In The Midlands
By Fiona McKim on 04/01/2012 15:40:45
Banish the post-Christmas blues with these great days out
Golden ProspectsJanuary 3Nottingham Castle’s new family gallery exhibition offers an interactive look at journeys and exploration through dressing up, and exciting quests.Famers MarketJanuary 4For a tasty treat, head to Birmingham’s Upper New Street and pick up a plethora of seas...
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Hallowe'en happenings in the Midlands
By Fiona McKim on 02/10/2011 12:21:17
Our pick of the most fiendishly fun family events this Hallowe'en
Estate, Shropshire whilst taking part in a Hallowe’en trail around the grounds. Afterwards get cosy by a crackling log fire whilst children can create a special Hallowe’en memento to take home.For more fun family days out, see our pick of the best autumn
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May/June Half-term events for the Midlands
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 18/05/2011 12:53:11
Our pick of fun family activities for the half-term holidays
believe out of everyday objects at the Warwick Arts Centre.Spark Children’s Art Festival May 31–June 12Ignite the imagination with the Spark Children’s Art Festival in Leicester. The feast of fun includes everything from monkey mask making to finger
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Easter Days Out In The Midlands
By Kate Hill on 27/03/2012 17:10:41
Egg-citing days out for your family
Grab those wellies and hit the outdoors at Hardwick Hall for some fresh spring air with the family. Activities will set up along the way keeping excitable children entertained throughout.Kite FlyingApril 1The midland kite flyers will be taking
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The best summer days out in The Midlands
By Fiona McKim on 19/06/2012 13:57:00
Savour the sunny season at one of these fabulous family events
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
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Fabulous Festive Days Out In The Midlands
By Fiona McKim on 10/11/2011 10:20:00
Our pick of the happiest yuletide happenings in the heart of the country
The Festive Gift FairNovember 17–20De-stress your Christmas shopping expedition this year and turn it into a fun, family day out at the NEC Birmingham. The hundreds of sellers in attendance at this four day shopping spectacular will be offering
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National Space Centre, Leicester
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 25/07/2011 16:29:08
Cross the final frontier with Leicester's super-shiny space centre
It’s the Midlands’ answer to the Kennedy Space Center. Rising like a gigantic see-through beehive on the outskirts of Leicester, the centre’s space-age tower could be the outpost of an advanced alien race from a far-flung galaxy. Contained within
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Love Parks Week 2011
By Fiona McKim on 25/07/2011 17:14:56
Get outdoors this week and enjoy Britain’s gorgeous green spaces
guide to family days out
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