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Summer Events for the Midlands
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 01/07/2011 17:52:24
Our pick of fun family activities for the summer holidays
–28Pick up an ancient map and follow the clues around the Herbert Art Gallery And Museum in Coventry to uncover precious treasures. Once the quest is complete, make a special box to keep your treasures safe. Children’s Wildlife WanderJuly 28–September 1
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Awesome Australia
By Junior on 24/08/2011 10:46:58
Find out about Australia's key attractions...
Where? Australia – a 14-day Winter Warmer tour of the hottest spots between Sydney and Queensland.Why go there? For the sheer variety the tour offers. Sydney provides a bustling city packed with activities, the Sunshine Coast is renowned for its
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Diary of a springtime detective
By Clay Johnson on 23/02/2011 15:56:19
There's plenty of wonderful wildlife to spot in spring. You just need to know where to look...
big queen bee, your child need not need to venture far to spot nature. She can just go searching in the back garden. For fun activities to accompany a nature hunt, visit www.naturedetectives.org.uk
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Five ways to enjoy a walk in the woods
By Junior on 12/12/2012 15:38:00
Take a ramble through your local woodland with your child
1 Invite a friend Walking is a simple, cheap and popular form of exercise, and it will be much easier to get your child on board if one of his friends comes, too.2 Watch wildlife Research by the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds shows
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Book a Scottish barn for lots of family fun
By Junior on 22/11/2012 12:39:12
Plenty of cottages and activities to keep the whole family happy
Dignity barnMore Swallows And Amazons than iPad and Xbox, Crabtree & Crabtree has put together a selection of cottages and activities in the Scottish borders to ensure a traditional and creative family holiday.Think marshmallows around a campfire
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Gwel an Mor in Cornwall
By Junior on 11/08/2011 11:24:06
Have a peaceful time in one of Gwel an Mor's luxury lodges
tubs on the sun deck. Wildlife activities in the area include rock-pooling and falconry, and children can meet a variety of rescued and tame animals at Feadon Farm. Prices start at £399 for a week in a Lowena Lodge.Tel: 01209 842354; www
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Autumn Days Out In Wales
By Fiona McKim on 13/09/2011 16:04:45
Our pick of the most awe-inspiring autumnal activities
the Pembrokshire Coast National Park Rangers for an exploration of nature and wildlife within the woods at the Colby Woodland Garden. Indoor crafting activities will also be on offer for creative types.Llandudno Fireworks DisplayNovember 5A spectacular pyrotechnic
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Growing vegetables with your child
By Fiona McKim on 09/02/2012 17:36:59
From the earth to the plate – the sky is the limit for keen young gardeners
are unearthing hidden treasure.3. Collecting crittersWhile slugs and snails can cause untold misery for gardeners facing a patch of holey lettuce, many little boys and girls love to play with creepy crawlies and will be more than happy to collect errant wildlife
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12 Fabulous Destinations For A White Christmas
By Junior on 05/12/2011 18:08:43
From white-sand beaches to monochrome hotels and the real deal in Finland, these amazing holidays all evoke a snowy spirit
Sanbona, South Africa The rare majestic white lions of the Sanbona Wildlife Reserve add an amazing twist to a white Christmas. Between towering mountains and wide-open plains, Sanbona Wildlife Reserve is the only location in the world where nature
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Launching this week - The Big Draw
By Fiona McKim on 01/10/2012 11:08:00
Scribble yourself silly at this fabulous family event
large-scale collage at the Royal Air Force Museum, wildlife drawing at the London Wetland Centre and free children’s activity packs during the Affordable Art Fair in Battersea.Don't miss... Four amazing autumn craft activities, whatever the weather
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