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Perfect picnics
By Suzanne Milne on 20/04/2010 13:10:46
Set the family up for an afternoon at one of these 10 gorgeous picnic spots
the playground at Petersham Gate. Visit www.royalparks.org.uk5. Kelmscott, Gloucestershire A picnic on the banks of the Thames near the ancient village of Kelmscott is great on a hot day, because it’s also quite easy to take a little dip in the gentle waters here
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This month in Manchester…
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 04/08/2010 14:16:53
Three fun family activities for the holidays
3AZ; www.thelowry.comEATTeddy Bear’s PicnicWhat: Bears, eats and Build-a-Bear goodie bags for the first 100 child/teddy bear duos to arrive.Why: It’s alfresco eating at it’s most child-friendly.When: August 8, 12–4pm.Where: Piccadilly Gardens; www
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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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Walks and rides
By Suzanne Milne on 18/04/2010 13:24:34
Have fun in the fresh air with these 10 walks and rides
views of the Chiltern Hills along the way. Visitwww.chilternsaonb.org 4. Forest of Dean, GloucestershireStarting in the Cannop Valley, this circular family cycle trail follows an old railway route past plenty of great picnic sites. Visit www
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Fruit picking
By Suzanne Milne on 18/06/2009 14:26:40
Go fruit picking with the family to one of these 10 farms
of the Pick Your Own Farm Of The Year 2009, there are lots of different berries, plums and a good selection of veg here; there’s also a picnic spot. Tel: 020 8367 2035 or visit www.parksidefarmpyo.co.ukGarsons, Surrey With over 100 acres of fruit, vegetables
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Formby Nature Reserve
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 16/06/2011 15:54:35
A tranquil haven where the rare red squirrel thrives
of choice, the peaceful pine woodlands are a squirrel’s paradise. Tiptoe through the trees and keep your eyes peeled…Family X-Factor Those sand dunes just cry out for pell mell downhill sprints and roly-poly races. And there are three picnic areas where you
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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
puppetry to a art workshops and performances of David Walliams like Mr Stink.Bags of funJune 3Pack a picnic and head to the ruins of Weoley Castle, Birmingham, for an afternoon of crafty fun where children can make bags out of fuzzy felt.Find out what
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Porthcurno Telegraph Museum, Cornwall
By Fiona McKim on 20/07/2011 12:35:57
Crack the code of Britain's enigmatic communications history
out for lunch.Star attractions So important were Porthcurno’s telegraph facilities during the war, the cable houses became something of a target and rather ingeniously were relocated underground. Explore the 70 year old subterranean tunnels hidden
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10 of the Best UK Beaches
By Suzanne Milne on 13/08/2010 13:28:51
Nothing beats a day of play on a beach. So grab your bucket and spade and get set for fun!
for water quality, so children can happily brave the chilly water for a paddle once you’ve packed the picnic away. Visit www.goodbeachguide.co.uk9. SeaCliff, East Lothian Perfect for a day trip from Edinburgh, this beach is a low-key, laid-back kind
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Summer Events For London
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 15/07/2011 14:03:42
Our pick of fun family activities for the summer holidays
And Jerry's Sundae Musical Festival.Summer Skate SpectacularJuly 25Come along to Lee Valley Ice Centre to skate the day away in the summer ice rink.Children's ActivitiesJuly 26–September 2There's lots going on at the Bentall Centre in London this summer
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