With over 100 years of teddy bear-making to their credit, you’ll recognise an authentic Steiff bear by its signature yellow ear tag. This version is lint-free, hypo-allergenic and machine-washable, too. Jointed Plush Teddy Bear from £45 by Steiff

Luxury Family Hotels cater specifically for families. The children’s menus contain organic, wholesome foods, while the facilities include Ofsted-registered childcare, babysitting, baby equipment and children’s toys and a host activities, such as horse riding. You can even bring t...

Baby Sock Monkeys £7.50 each from The Heart Hut

Santa Bearemy with outfit and beard £22 by Build-A-Bear Workshop

Best Classic Toy – Steiff Jointed Plush Teddy BearBest Toy Design (0 – 2 years) – Jamm ScootBest Toy Design (3 – 5 years) – Great Little Trading Co. Play Shop And TheatreBest Toy Design (6+ years) – HotWheels Wall TrackBest Arts & Crafts

Best Classic Toy – Steiff Jointed Plush Teddy BearBest Toy Design (0 – 2 years) – Jamm ScootBest Toy Design (3 – 5 years) – Great Little Trading Co. Play Shop And TheatreBest Toy Design (6+ years) – HotWheels Wall TrackBest Arts & Crafts

-catering Canvas Cottages that resemble plush tents, each with three bedrooms that sleep up to six and featuring everything from a fully-equipped kitchen to a roll-top bath and log-burning fire. Meanwhile, the Discovery Trunk contains all little explorers need

When it comes to enjoying sunshine, relaxation and food and drink, Oporto in Portugal is one of the world’s premier destinations. The place to stay is The Yeatman – a plush hotel where you can sample the many rare delights of the extensive wine

 spa facilities. There’s also a choice of plush rooms to stay in and the package is available all year round from £595 per couple. For more ideas on visits to the Lake District including family days out, cool campsites and perfect picnic spots, visit our Travel

Famed for its luxurious facilities and surroundings, with its tropical gardens and soothing spa, the plush Kempinski Hotel Bahia near the coastal town of Estepona is also a fantastic haven for children thanks to its brilliant children