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Summer Events for the North
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 01/07/2011 17:19:06
Our pick of fun family activities for the summer holidays
August 7Embark on the Family Orienteering Challenge around the Formby Reserve, Liverpool. Complete a series of clues and challenges which will test your family's teamwork skills.FevaAugust 12–21The North Yorkshire town of Knaresborough will be swinging
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Autumn Days Out In The North
By Fiona McKim on 14/09/2011 17:50:32
Our pick of the most awe-inspiring autumn activities
.For more fun family days out see our pick of the best Hallowe'en happenings in The North
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Jolly January Outings In The North
By Fiona McKim on 04/01/2012 15:01:17
Banish the post-Christmas blues with these great days out
Gibside Food & Craft MarketJanuary 7, 21Snap up a selection of local food, drinks and crafts and watch live cooking demonstrations at this seasonal market in Gibside Gardens, Gateshead.Winter With BeatrixJanuary 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29Peruse a selection of Beatrix Potter’s w...
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Hallowe'en happenings in the North
By Fiona McKim on 02/10/2011 16:53:55
Our pick of the most fiendishly fun family events this Hallowe'en
in North Yorkshire. Learn about the importance of these unpopular arachnids, discover which varieties live locally and make a giant cobweb at this fun, educational session.Nut Crack NightOctober 29Long before Hallowe'en became a commercialised holiday
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Chic seaside living at North Beach Tenby
By Junior on 22/11/2012 12:56:00
Enjoy seaside fun without scrimping on style
North Beach TenbyFor families looking for seaside fun without scrimping on style, North Beach Tenby are two of the most chic seaside apartments you’ll find in Pembrokeshire.With vivid colour palettes and bracing sea views, they are perfect for a
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May/June Half-term events for the North
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 18/05/2011 12:55:44
Our pick of fun family activities for the half-term holidays
The Big Bear HuntMay 30There are bears loose in the woods at Norton Priory, Runcorn. Help the rangers to track them down as part of The Big Bear Hunt and enjoy stories, games and crafts. Anish Kapoor: FlashbackUntil June 5Peer into strange mirrors and wonder at weird wax sculptu...
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Easter Days Out In The North
By Kate Hill on 27/03/2012 16:43:00
Egg-Citing days out for your family
Edible Easter Bunny WorkshopApril 3Put your cooking skills to the test with the help of an expert cake decorator and watch your sugar paste creations take form at the Leaf Tea Shop.Gnome HuntApril 6, 7Explore the gardens of Rufford Old Hall by taking part in the famous gnome hunt...
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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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Fabulous Festive Days Out In The North
By Fiona McKim on 10/11/2011 10:30:26
Our pick of the happiest yuletide happenings for a Northern Noël
in Liverpool will be assisting children who wish to trim their tree with fabulous festive decorations at these crafty family workshops.Journey To The North PoleDecember 3–4, 10–11, 17–23Eureka! Children’s Museum in Halifax have discovered a magical shortcut
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Whistler: North America's favourite ski resort
By Lizzie Wells on 05/10/2010 13:33:54
The Canadian resort of Whistler has stunning views and great outdoor adventures
Across the pond, head to Whistler, which has been voted the best ski resort in North America for eight years in a row and a firm family favourite. Snow-covered mountains provide a spectacular backdrop to the pretty pedestrian-only Whistler Village
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