jumper! Yes, the sweaters that were once the objects of ridicule are now officially deemed cool as an Iceland winter. And I like to think that I am playing my part in that…Also, in the spirit of getting festive, I have been whirling and twirling

Over Christmas and throughout January, many of the more chi-chi hotels in the Caribbean close their doors to families, but there are still ways to enjoy festive sunshine:- Go all-inclusive – Beaches Resorts offer packages that will help you save money. - Fly direct – choose an is...

Penguin and Polar Bear Inflatable SledgesWhat's black and white and fun all over? Why it's an inflatable penguin sledge! The cute waddling chappie is joined by a polar bear chum in these modern toboggans, perfect for easy storage and travel

Edwardian Christmas FayreNovember 26–27Dinefwr Park and Castle in Carmarthenshire will be playing host to a sackload of festive fun with a chance to sneak in some early Christmas shopping at the local food hall as well as an outdoor winter wonderland

1. Children can bring the beauty of a winter snow flurry indoors minus the slushy carpets by making a pretty homemade snowglobe. Take an old, cleaned jam jar and remove the top, then trim a piece of cork to the width of a pound coin and superglue

at Culzean Castle And Country Park for an enchanting fairytale experience this winter as each room is to be transformed into a living scene from well-loved childhood tales. Costumed characters, music and song will be used to transport your family into a

 Selfridges in Manchester for an afternoon of magical fun with a very special visitor, The Gruffalo. Young fans of the classic children’s story will have opportunity to meet the gentle giant himself, listen to special readings, have their face painted and enter a

Magical Ice RinkOctober 22-February 26Get your skates on and head to the Eden Project for their fabulous new-look ice rink. Promising to be a veritable winter wonderland of icy tunnels, light effects and glacial displays, Eden’s magical rink

beautiful Forest park to discover this family fun day in the Slieve Gullion Courtyard. Hunt for clues throughout the foreast and help santa’s elves get ready for the big day the take part in a number of fun craft and carolling activities. Christmas themed

will love sampling scrumptious Bratwurst sausages and roasted chestnuts then the whole family can hop on a traditional carousel for a truly nostalgic noël.Hyde Park Winter WonderlandNovember 18–January 3London’s largest winter event based in Hyde Park is a