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Meet the creator of Foxly’s Feast
On 31/05/2011 in Children's Book Awards
Illustrator Owen Davey muses on ginger locks, picnics and old Parisian posters
Describe Foxly’s Feast in ten words or fewer…Fox goes in search of some food to eat.Why did you choose a fox as your central character?I’ve always liked foxes, the fact that they’re a ginger animal. I’m not ginger myself but my father is and I
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Festival fun
On 08/04/2011 in Leisure
Take in a child-friendly festival this summer
. Extend your stay The stunning five-star Stapleford Park country house hotel is less than 30 miles away from the festival site, and is family-friendly. Activities available include falconry and horse riding, as well as outdoor games like croquet. The spa
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The Family Festival Guide 2012
On 04/05/2012 in Days Out
Junior's pick of the most fabulous family-friendly festivals around
's their third year), Deer Shed Festival exudes relaxed charms and is most definitely geared up for family enjoyment with a mix of music, arts and delicious locally sourced foods, plus a wide range of family workshops with junk modeling, frolics on an artificial
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Jewel of the Caribbean
On 04/06/2008 in Long-haul
From the ultra-glam to the laid-back welcome for which the Caribbean is famed, Barbados has lots to offer families
of the plane journey is sheer bliss. Barbados is a good place to start if you’re exploring the Caribbean for the first time or taking your first long-haul family holiday. It’s straightforward to get to; it’s highly developed, with some of the best family hotels
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10 golden rules for happy housewives
On 19/04/2010 in Mummy time
Calling all stay-at-home mothers! It’s time to stop apologising and feel proud of the great job you’re doing, says Darla Shine.
’s easy to serve your family delicious, home-made, nutritious meals in no time at all. Heating up chicken nuggets full of preservatives and chemicals and serving them with tinned sweetcorn is really a cop-out. Preparing some tasty fresh food for your
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Fruit picking
On 18/06/2009 in Days Out
Go fruit picking with the family to one of these 10 farms
Lifton Strawberry Fields, Devon This family farm offers soft fruit picking and an orchard. There is also a new barn-style restaurant. Tel: 01566 784605 or visit www.liftonstrawberryfields.co.ukBoyces Nursery, Devon This nursery is set
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Perfect villa holidays
On 17/08/2011 in Tips & advice
Whether you want a grand family gathering or a relaxing retreat, a villa can provide a great tailor-made holiday
Long summer evenings with family and good friends, eating al fresco, and living la dolce vita – ahhh the villa lifestyle. There’s a lot to be said for a family holiday in a villa: eating when you want, being able to potter around with a cup of tea
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London's best Christmas windows
On 14/12/2010 in Fashion news
The festive displays that you and your little ones will love
Gallery’s collection, the display features an abundance of food and drink positioned inside large gilded frames. It’s a great way to combine a little artistic learning with your Christmas shop.Selfridges is renowned for creating some of the most stunning
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Winter sun
On 20/04/2010 in Perfect for...
Head to one of these destinations for some winter sun
View from The Verandah Antigua’s newest family-friendly resort, The Verandah, is offering great deals for families this summer. Part of the Elite Island Resort group, The Verandah is set in 30 spectacular acres on the northeast coast
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Brasserie Blanc Covent Garden
On 24/04/2013 in Restaurants
Dine en famille with fine French dishes for all the family, courtesy of celebrity chef Raymond Blanc
. As you’d expect, the ambiance chez Raymond is decidedly French, with waiters nattering away in the native tongue and offering “ze menu” with suitable signature accents. As a family man (he has two grown-up sons) and an advocate for en famille dining
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