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Theme parks
By Suzanne Milne on 19/06/2009 13:26:10
Classic theme parks that will amaze and delight
1. Diggerland Get behind the wheel of a JCB at one of Britain’s four Diggerland theme parks. Tel: 0871 227 7007 or visit www.diggerland.com 2. Blackgang Chine, Isle of WightThis is now one of the UK’s first theme parks, with roller
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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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Wildlife spots in Britain
By Suzanne Milne on 18/04/2010 13:22:06
Seals, bats, foxes or deer – discover the UK's beautiful animals in their own habitat
at Fineshade Woods to map out your visit. Tel: 01780 444920 or visit www.forestry.gov.uk3. Thetford Forest, Norfolk This tall pine forest is home to a wide variety of birds including red crossbills, goldfinches and woodlarks. There’s also red deer, roe deer
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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
1. Troll Trail, Isle of Wight The Troll Trail between Merstone and Shide is traffic-free and crosses many bridges – where all those trolls live, of course. Visit www.pushchairwalks.co.ukwww.pushchairwalks.co.uk 2. Cuckmere Haven, Sussex
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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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Music festivals
By Suzanne Milne on 20/04/2010 14:40:21
All the music without the mayhem – these are the best festivals for all the family in 2010
, and karaoke. Early bird tickets have already sold out, so get in fast for 2010. Visit www.secretgardenparty.co.uk6. JULY 23–25 Womad, Wiltshire This festival offers a world of music with performers from as far afield as Ethiopia, India and New Zealand
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Family activities…for a day in the park
By Suzanne Milne on 20/04/2010 13:40:27
Ten things to do when you visit a park
-The-Pooh and Goldilocks And The Three Bears are spot on).5. Go on a National Parks day event Visit www.nationalparks.gov.uk and search Events for a date and location that suits you.6. Cloudwatching Pick a shady tree, roll out your rug, then watch the sky go by. Try
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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
Lifton Strawberry Fields, Devon This family farm offers soft fruit picking and an orchard. There is also a new barn-style restaurant. Tel: 01566 784605 or visit www.liftonstrawberryfields.co.ukBoyces Nursery, Devon This nursery is set
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Your Continental Year
By Suzanne Milne on 20/04/2010 14:33:33
Where to go and what to do in Europe for every season
hamper and CV Travel can supply a boat, too.Tel: 020 7401 1026; www.cvtravel.co.ukJulyPlaytime in TurkeyCheck out the fantastic children’s park in LykiaWorld at the beautiful resort of Ölüdeniz in Turkey. With 22,000 square metres of pools and landscaping
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Family activities…for a day in the garden
By Suzanne Milne on 17/04/2010 19:52:49
10 activities for children to do in your garden
catching their finds). When they have a few specimens, talk about what food the bugs will need. For inspiration, check out www.insectlore.co.uk and www.sciencemuseumstore.com
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