The Ladrillos shelving system by Javier Mariscal uses brightly coloured plastic animal-like creatures that slot and fasten safely into place between shelves. Your child can choose the creature and the combination of colours that appeals to his

Storage, storage, storage! That’s the mantra when it comes to nurseries and bedrooms. So stow away all those building blocks and toys in a combination of Trofast drawers, boxes and shelves. This combination costs £243. Separate units start from £36

Curved into the shape of a DNA double helix, these Mydna bookcases by Mexico’s Joel Escalona Studio are designed on the premise that what you put on your shelves reflects your personality. Choose from a range of finishes from £1,975.

beaches, among them Porthcurno, with its soft white sands, and Crackington Haven, an enclosed bay with a gently shelving beach. Green and lovely attractions include the magical Lost Gardens of Heligan with its ancient woodlands and pleasure gardens

. It’s funny how when you’re in a foreign land, there’s something reassuring about discovering the familiar. Joe instantly recognised the golden arches – nothing to do with the King of Siam – while Grace found solace in Boots, perusing the shelves to discover