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Blooming marvellous days out...
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 03/04/2012 15:19:48
The Royal Horticultural Society is rolling out a riot of fabulous and floral events this summer
the Jubilee.Garden PartyJune 9, 10Join this grand al fresco bash at RHS Garden Wisley, with Punch And Judy shows, garden games and ballroom dancing lessons.Father’s Day Weekend: Great Garden Swap June 16-17Do you have any unwanted tools and gardening gubbins
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The best family events in May
By Fiona McKim on 13/05/2013 14:21:00
Fun and fascinating days out for your family this month
, plus film-making workshops and a Mad Hatter’s tea party. Tel: 07982 769660; www.storyfest.co.uk20th Test your chemistryWould your child like to be a human snot barrier? Or whizz around in a giant hamster wheel? Experiment at Glasgow Science Museum
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York Maze
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 17/06/2011 11:56:17
A cornucopia of thrills and spills, from maize maze muddling, to pig racing, pillow jumping and fending off crow attacks...
. Could you be the one to set a new record and walk away with a cash prize! Fundraising Day August 13 York Maze will be teaming up with local charities to help raise valuable funds to help in their work. Join in the fun and games on the day with stalls
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Hallowe'en happenings in Wales
By Fiona McKim on 02/10/2011 12:11:51
Our pick of the most fiendishly fun family events this Hallowe'en
the woods and scary story telling session at Chirk Castle, Wrexham. Little monsters who arrive in costume will gain free entry to this frighteningly good Halloween event.Hallowe’en Family Party LunchOctober 30Celebrate hallowe’en in style with the whole
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How to make camping fun for the whole family
By Sophie Westnedge on 14/05/2013 15:33:34
Why camping is becoming de rigueur and how to make the most of a family trip
birthdays, weddings, hen parties in the open air and under canvas.Mark's five essentials to make camping fun:1. Firstly what you DON'T need to bring on a Feather Down holiday. There's not need to bring groceries, as we have well-stocked honesty shops
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Little Miss Junior's Festive Wish List at Hamleys
By Little Miss Junior on 02/07/2010 16:32:23
There may still be 176 days till Christmas, but Little Miss Junior already knows exactly what she wants Santa to pop in her stocking
privileged (you know, the ones who shop at Primmark). Sharon-Tracey, Maid Millie’s illegitimate daughter, dresses up as a reindeer and we play a lovely Christmas game where I ride her around the country estate and whip her when she’s getting lazy and too hot
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Exclusive interview with Zandra Rhodes
By Matthew Holroyd on 14/04/2010 11:53:37
FAMED FOR HER pink hairstyle, theatrical make-up and a love for nature
is married to a doctor and has four children. What were your favourite toys and games as a child? I loved painting, drawing and dressing up. I had some lovely dolls – May and Jacqueline – and I used to make clothes for them. I still love party games
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Fab Family Traditions
By Judith Eagle on 05/05/2010 17:53:45
15 ideas for creating family traditions
roast followed by a board game to a grand gesture annual event involving loads of special preparation and planning. Here are 15 ideas to get you started:1. Eat breakfast for dinner Children love the idea of breaking the rules, and you can tailor
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Family festivals for 2011
By Catherine O'Dolan on 26/09/2010 07:58:56
A round-up of our favourite family festivals for summer 2011. Book now to make the most of Early Bird offers
of Lulworth Cove in Dorset. The ambiance is party-party anything goes, with the highlight of the Saturday being a fancy-dress pararde throughout the Kid’s Garden and Circus Field. Of course, there’s the extensive programme of bands on various stages (last year
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The best summer days out in London
By Fiona McKim on 19/06/2012 14:00:00
Savour the sunny season at one of these fabulous family events
Morris dancers.Little Angel Summer PartyJuly 7As one of the country’s leading puppet theatres, it is perfectly fitting that the Little Angel Theatre are dedicating their annual summer party to the 350th birthday of Punch and Judy. Children can celebrate
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