For 45 years literary stalwart, Puffin, has been producing the much-loved Puffin Post children’s magazine. Over the years, members have been able to meet their favourite authors, attend special exhibitions and, via subscription, are sent six

Winter BabiesJanuary 1–February 19Meet the adorable newborn lambs, piglets and goats in Longcot Farm, Oxfordshire during twice daily meet the animals sessions.Celebrating Chinese New YearJanuary 4–January 31Drop in to Banbury Museum to welcome in the Year Of The Dragon by hanging...

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...

Geocaching at RhossiliJanuary 4–February 19Use a handheld GPS device that displays your exact coordinates to negotiate your way around a free hi-tech treasure trail. Discover boxes which may contain hidden treasures while taking in the striking scenery of Rhossili Bay, near Swans...

IRN-BRU Carnival 2012December 23–January 15Revel in some post Christmas excitement with this annual carnival at the SECC in Glasgow with over 60 great attractions, rides and stalls for children and adults alike.Mince Pie SpecialsDecember 31–January

Experience the AuroraJanuary 2Experience the thrill of the  Northern Lights at Armagh Planetarium this year with this fabulous new family show for 2012 – an out of this world day out!Robots From TV And The MoviesUntil January 12Children with a taste for science and technology can...

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...

Meet Samuel PepysJanuary 7Discover the history of this great city by one of its most famous diarists, Samuel Pepys, at the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich. Hear tales of the Great Fire of London, the Navy and the Great Plague in a show that is suitable for all the family.Cup...

!Finally as with any holiday abroad, it pays to purchase travel insurance for your family. With the majority of UK travel insurance policies, toddlers get free travel insurance if the parent purchases cover. This is a promotional feature brought to you by Post Office

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