, is slow travel. This movement emphasises quality relaxation time over rushing from one attraction to the next. Slow travel might involve biking or walking rather than driving when exploring a new town or national park. You might stay with family or friends

walk through the woodlands along the edge of the picturesque lake. You can even ride on the historic Ffestiniog Railway.Birnam Woods, Perthshire  This is a gentle stroll from the pretty village of Birnam, taking in Beatrix Potter’s garden, the lovely

to decorate. Now shake and watch the sparkly snow fly!2. Wrap up warmly, make up a flask of hot chocolate and set off on a winters day walk. Many National Trust properties hold organised family walks with specially trained grounds staff who can introduce your

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

. It may also encourage other parents to form their own scheme.3 Get on your bikeEven better than using your car, use a bike. Your child will love pedalling along beside you, and you’ll both get fitter in the process.4 Walk the walkWalking is, of course

Sarah Jessica Parker and her adorable twin daughtersGorgeous twins, Tabitha and Marion, have been seen out and about in footwear almost identical to a pair we have spotted at Clarks.As seen walking in a New York park with their stylish mother

Tree Lodge on the ground floor sleeps four). The village of Lakeside is a short walk for the Aquarium of the Lakes, the Lakeside to Haverthwaite Steam Railway and the Gondola (for lake trips). Grizedale Forest is a wonderful walking and cycling area

, it seems that this temptation is one we should resist. In the last decade, paediatric and orthopaedic researchers have agreed that babies learn to crawl, pull themselves up, cruise and walk most effectively with bare feet.Research has shown that babies

at the Future Disco. Family activities also include It’s A Knockout, plus open-mic and campfire jamming sessions. Where to stay Pitch your tent in the family area that is situated furthest from the noise of the stage (further to walk, yes, but much more

at nearby Blenheim Palace on April 24 and 25, while parents can enjoy the idle pleasures of a countryside walk in the Cotswolds or visit Oxford and punt down the tranquil River Cherwell. A two-night stay over Easter weekend at The Feathers costs £470 for a