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Summer Events for the South West and Isle Of Wight
On 01/08/2011 in Days Out
Our pick of fun family activities for the summer holidays
.BanaramaAugust 27–29Children who bring along a banana for the cheeky residents of Monkey World in Dorset will earn themselves a free badge.Isle Of WightCowes weekAugust 6-13 As one of the oldest and largest annual sailing regattas in the world, Cowes Week
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Soak up the Mardi Gras atmosphere in Monte Carlo
On 03/01/2013 in Europe
Party on down at Mardi Gras and the Hotel Hermitage
Hotel Hermitage, Monte CarloThe annual Mardi Gras carnival along the Promenade des Anglais, in Nice, at the end of February, is one of the largest in the world. And when your family has soaked up the party atmosphere, the Hotel Hermitage offers
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Snow seekers
On 16/10/2007 in Ski & activity
It’s snow time! Here are some of the year’s best family events to enjoy.
Swiss mountain village of Château d’Oex during January, when hundreds of hot-air balloons gather in a riot of shapes and colours, dazzling against the blue sky and white snow. Besides this, Château d’Oex is a great place for children to learn to ski
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Jolly January Outings in Scotland
On 04/01/2012 in Days Out
Banish the post-Christmas blues with these great days out
IRN-BRU Carnival 2012December 23–January 15Revel in some post Christmas excitement with this annual carnival at the SECC in Glasgow with over 60 great attractions, rides and stalls for children and adults alike.Mince Pie SpecialsDecember 31–January
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Postcard from… Cuba
On 18/07/2011 in Long-haul
There's lots of good reasons why you should visit Havana
Where? Havana.Why go there? It’s a vibrant city steeped in history with stunning architecture, great music and kicking cocktails.Children will love... The lively streets have a carnival atmosphere and puppet theatres. There are also beaches
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It's carnival time in Paris at Le Meurice
On 11/03/2011 in Cities
The mardi gras spirit is in full swing – or rather pirouette – at Paris's chicest hotels
Ah, Paris in springtime… Is there a city more perfect for this time of the year. And, if you need any further reason to visit, this Sunday, for the third consecutive year, Le Meurice is hosting a Children’s Carnival. The famed Le Meurice on the Rue
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THE ORIGINAL CORNBURY FESTIVAL JULY 1–3 2011
On 17/06/2011 in Days Out
Junior's family festival guide checks out The Original Cornbury Festival 2011
The Original Cornbury Festival is at Great Tew Park, OxfordshireCapacity20,000 What’s the vibe An eclectic and rather eccentric musical carnival with a dynamic festival-meets-English-country fayre feel.Musical interludes The impressive line
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LARMER TREE FESTIVAL: JULY 1-3
On 17/06/2011 in Days Out
Junior Festival Guide checks out the Larmer Tree Festival 2011
and fun craft activities, plus circus skills. There’s also 11 acres of gardens to explore – look out for the resident peacocks and macaws – and an adventure playground.Added extras Take part in the carnival procession, 150 free workshops, theatre
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Party with Brooks Brothers to celebrate the new children's collection
On 17/09/2010 in Fashion news
Head to the Brooks Brothers Regent Street store for fun and goodies to celebrate the first-ever girls' collection
for boys.To celebrate the new Brooks Brothers childrenswear collection, the flagship Regent Street store will be opening its doors to a carnival-themed children's party on Sunday 26 September from 2–6pm. There will be bubbly Buttons the clown performing
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The best summer days out in London
On 19/06/2012 in Days Out
Savour the sunny season at one of these fabulous family events
Green Day OutJuly 1This event at Morden Hall Park offers a fresh family day out and a chance to up your eco-credentials to boot. Children can take part in recycled crafts, learn about wildlife conservation and take a twirl with the Greensleaves
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