woodland hideaway, take a look 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

Hallowe’en WeekOctober 22–30Visit the striking 13th century Cilgerran Castle in Pembrokshire during half term for a whole host of eerie activities. Those who dare to navigate the special trail should look out for the creepy goings-on lurking around

weed.How do you catch a monkey? Climb a tree and act like a banana.What do you call a penguin in the desert? Lost.What do cows wear in Hawaii? Moo Moo’s.Where do cows go on their holidays? Moo York.Italy got HungaryAte TurkeySlipped on GreeceBroke China

There are two elements to camping chic: where you go, and what you stay in. Among the hip, there’s a growing trend for yurts and tipi holidays. When it comes to yurts, only the real deal from Mongolia will do, which is what you’ll find at Strawberry

-air session of high-energy dance craze Zumba, suitable for all ages and abilities.Picnic In The Park30 JulyDine al fresco with your family at Stanley Park, Anfield, this summer where you can either bring along your own picnic basket or order one pre-made from

, Lapland is also the home to a particular beneficent red-suited chap with the habit of handing out gifts. A range of tour operators offer special Santa trips, where, in addition to meeting Santa Claus, children can enjoy a host of activities

grotto. As well as the £2 donation for visiting the grotto going towards the National Literacy Trust, visitors to the shopping centre who donate to the campaign will receive a personalised Christmas card with an exclusive drawing by illustrators including

the bunny say when he only had thistles to eat? - Thistle have to do!Thanks Dan!Hello Zoë,Where did you grow up?Born in the snowy winter of '82 in west Wales. I moved to Gloucestershire at the age of ten, where I lived in a quiet country village

, musicians and dancers to Chinatown where a plethora of cultural stalls and delectable oriental eats await.The NorthNew Year’s Eve Winter CarnivalDecember 31Take to the streets of Newcastle to catch a glimpse of this magical carnival featuring performances

, this sizzling musical tells the tale of a girl searching for the identity of her father. Prince of Wales Theatre, Coventry Street W1D 6AS Tube: Piccadilly CircusPeter Pan in Kensington GardensBecause it’s such a Christmas favourite, going to see a performance