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Jolly jokes for the summer season
By Ciara Munnelly on 13/07/2011 16:50:20
Make summer go with a giggle with our selection of holiday howlers
What do you call a snowman in July? A puddle.Which letter is the coolest? Iced t.What do you call a cat at the beach? Sandy Claws.What does the sun drink out of? Sunglasses.What did the pig say at the beach on a hot summer’s day? I’m bacon
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Festival fun
By Kate Donoughue on 08/04/2011 12:27:30
Take in a child-friendly festival this summer
days; 11–17 years £158; 5–10 years £127; under-fives free. (Three- and four-day, and daily tickets also available). Extend your stay Stay at family-friendly Woolley Grange near Bath with activities for the children and babysitting and pampering for you
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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
cooking classes, and the Children’s Parade will be one of the festival highlights. And if the music and vibe isn’t enough to get you in a chilling zone, there’s even an on-site Womad Spa.Vintage At Goodwood (12–14 August 2011) is one of the newest kids
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Ten super spring activities
By Junior on 18/04/2012 16:04:26
Spring is the perfect time to get out and have some family fun
yeast, 125g of dried fruit and 110g caster sugar. In a separate saucepan, melt 50g butter and gently warm 250ml milk, whisk in an egg and add to the flour mixture. Mix to form a dough and knead for 10 minutes. Leave to rise in a warm place for one hour
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A Midsummer Night's Dream at Covent Garden
By Catherine Hudson on 18/07/2011 11:51:30
Don't miss the Iris Theatre's beautifully spirited, outdoor performance of A Midsummer Night's Dream
2E 9ED. Directed by Dan Winder and produced by Antonia Wilson.Times: Thur, Fri, Mon-Wed 7pm; Thur, Sun Mats 2.30pmTickets: from £12-£15, concessions £10Bookings: 0871 230 0010 or via www.iristheatre.com
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Shell-seeking with your child
By Ingrid Thomas on 14/05/2012 15:42:38
This seaside pastime can lead to a lifelong love of nature
is the author of The Shell: A World Of Decoration And OrnamentMore leisure from Junior:Swimming with your childSix top tips for sporting success
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The rites of spring
By Kate Donoughue on 23/02/2011 15:48:53
Five spring traditions your family can treasure forever
1 Freshen upSpring cleaning traditionally takes place when the weather is warm enough to open the windows and let the fresh air in. To make the task less daunting, break the task down in to small projects, and of course, many hands make light work
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