at Feather Down Farms. There are several across the UK, but Pant y March Farm near Bala in Wales is the one that offers an idyllic rural experience. This 180-acre working farm overlooks Wales’s largest natural lake, Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake), with views over

room with sofa bed. It was first used for Edward VII when he came to Wales for his investiture in 1936 and overlooks the tidal estuary and mountains beyond.Families staying at the castle have free access to all Portmeirion Village’s facilities including

If you are a golf enthusiast, but also need to keep your family happy, take a look at the Celtic Manor Resort in South Wales. For starters, there’s more to the resort than just golf: families can try tennis, clay-pigeon shooting, tennis, walking

The cottages feature luxurious robes and towels, log fires and iPod docking stations, as well as self-catering essentials, such as freshly roasted coffee, olive oil and the ever-necessary sea salt and pepper. Stay at the Wayside – a comfortable cottage that’s situated in a beauti...

There are town houses, manor houses, converted barns and an old mill that are packed with character as well as facilities including croquet lawns, indoor pools and Nintendo Wiis. There’s also the option of a chef and babysitting. For example, Woodlands House in Herefordshire is a...

CornwallRoyal Connection He’s best known as the Prince of Wales, but Charles Windsor also bears the illustrious title of Duke of Cornwall, with a large slice of his Duchy of Cornwall estate located in this sun-drenched county. Why visit? Beautiful

North Beach TenbyFor families looking for seaside fun without scrimping on style, North Beach Tenby are two of the most chic seaside apartments you’ll find in Pembrokeshire.With vivid colour palettes and bracing sea views, they are perfect for a family of four with modern and spa...

Plas RhianfaPlas Rhianfa is a stunning Welsh chateau in Anglesey, though it wouldn’t look out of place in the Loire Valley. In celebration of one of the UK’s greatest children’s writers, the hotel has created a fun Enid Blyton package for families.Incorporating all the best eleme...

Cwmcrwth Farm CottagesCarmarthenshire is just made for rural family getaways. New Junior Farmer Weekends at Cwmcrwth Farm Cottages are aimed at 5-10 year olds. Kids have a small chicken to help look after and collect eggs for their breakfast

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