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Theme parks
By Suzanne Milne on 19/06/2009 13:26:10
Classic theme parks that will amaze and delight
out of Cotswold stone. Tel: 01451 820467; www.bourtoninfo.com6. Bourton-on-the-Water Model Village, Gloucestershire The delightful replica village of Bourton-on-the-Water has been hewn out of Cotswold stone. Tel: 01451 820467 or visit www
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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
.forestry.gov.uk5. Flatford Mill to Dedham on the River Stour, Suffolk Take a walk along the open water meadows along the banks of the River Stour where Constable was inspired to paint his famous oils. Visit www.waterscape.com. 6. Hopton Blue Trail, Shropshire
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Five Festival Rules
By Catherine O'Dolan Photography by David Handley at Burning Man Festival (www.burningman.com) on 17/06/2011 16:08:58
Make the most of the summer festivals with our top tips (rule one: don't lose your kids!)
along folding stools that your child can stand on to see above the crowd. Don't feel bad about pulling back and chilling out when the chaos starts to get overwhelming.RULE 3 Set up landmarks at camp for both day and night, such as banners, flags
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Meet Angelina Ballerina
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 08/04/2011 10:24:03
The ballet dancing mouse is coming to John Lewis stores
To mark the launch of her brand new range of toys, Angelina Ballerina will be dropping in to John Lewis stores to meet her young fans. Catch her at...Oxford Street Saturday April 9, 10am–4pm Blue Water Sunday April 10, 10am–4pm High Wycombe
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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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York Maze
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 17/06/2011 11:56:17
A cornucopia of thrills and spills, from maize maze muddling, to pig racing, pillow jumping and fending off crow attacks...
through the maze. The massive sand and water play area and jumping pillow are a big hit with families, as is the barbecue area. Not many people know this but… York Maze is cut out of a giant field of maize plants, similar to corn on the cob, but only
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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
: 01507 526667 visit www.lincstrust.org.uk5. Bempton Cliffs, Yorkshire You can see puffins, guillemots, razorbills and kittiwakes at this coastal beauty spot and RSPB sanctuary. On a calm day, you might also spot porpoises in the water. Tel: 01262 851179
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Essential kit for your festival bag
By Kate Street on 01/06/2010 15:47:49
Before you set off for a summer festival, make sure you have these vital accessories
the munchies hit (no, not those munchies. We don’t do that any more now we have children, do we?) and a pick-me-up for a flagging tot when you want to keep him awake until the end of the Human League set.■ Dress codes Even on the balmiest summer days, it can
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Advertorial: Keeping the kids happy abroad
By Sainsbury’s Finance on 18/08/2011 11:24:43
A theme park holiday can be great fun for the whole family and leave you with some wonderfully happy memories
parks have rides aimed at different age groups, so if your children are different ages, you might decide to split up for some of the day, and meet up for the rides that everyone wants to do.Study the maps before you go and work out a route which takes
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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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