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Autumn Days Out In The Midlands
On 15/09/2011 in Days Out
Our pick of the most awe-inspiring autumnal activities
Seasonal I-SpySeptember 15–28Pick up a trail sheet from the garden room at Belton House in Lincolnshire and set off on a nature detective hunt around the gardens of this country house estate. After discovering the autumnal delights of the garden
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Jolly January Outings In The Midlands
On 04/01/2012 in Days Out
Banish the post-Christmas blues with these great days out
delicious British loaf.Stargazing LiveJanuary 16, 17Wrap up in your warmest winter woollies and ascend the spiral staircase at Lincolnshire’s Tattershall Castle for an evening of celestial spotting in conjunction with the BBC’s Stargazing Live programme.Chinese New
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Restaurant review: Union Jacks
On 01/05/2012 in Restaurants
Local boy done good, Jamie Oliver, returns to his British roots with this hip new diner
that substitutes mozzarella for Lincolnshire Poacher cheese. We also tried a Woodman flatbread (with field and wild mushrooms, Cheddar, and pickled red onion) and a Chilli Freak, showcasing six types of chilli with tomatoes, rocket, mint and lemon – all washed down
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The world's greatest zoos
On 16/08/2011 in Tips & advice
Get excited over exotic animals and have fun feeding farmyard creatures - here is Junior's guide to the best zoos around the globe
-tent-cum-country-farmhouse with rustic wooden tables and oil lanterns. Children collect eggs, feed the farmyard creatures and ride ponies. Locations include Cumbria, Dorset, Lincolnshire and Wiltshire. Prices are from £195 for three nights. Another option is a stay on a working farm
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Wildlife spots in Britain
On 18/04/2010 in Days Out
Seals, bats, foxes or deer – discover the UK's beautiful animals in their own habitat
and muntjac deer. Tel: 01842 816010 or visit www.forestry.gov.uk4. Donna Nook, Lincolnshire This is one of the best places to see grey seals in the UK. Visit in late autumn at the height of the pupping season when there will be lots of babies to see. Tel
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Fabulous Festive Days Out In The Midlands
On 10/11/2011 in Days Out
Our pick of the happiest yuletide happenings in the heart of the country
.Lantern Procession and Carols in the StableyardNovember 26Wrap up warmly for an atmospheric procession around the Stableyard in Belton House, Lincolnshire then join Santa Clause and the Oasby Village singers around the Christmas tree for some traditional Christmas
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Excellent Easter Events
On 20/04/2011 in Days Out
Hatch some Easter plans with our pick of cracking family events
-themed quiz and seek out the giant rabbits who are hiding in the museum to collect tokens.Burghley House, LincolnshireApril 24Follow the Easter trail around the Sculpture Garden and The Garden Of Surprises. SouthBorde Hill Garden, West SussexApril 3–25Cuddly
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Wonderful walks
On 05/04/2011 in Leisure
description: Catherine Frith, Strawberry Farm, Normandy Common
Contact name: Andrew
Contact phone: 01252520256
Meet: Normandy crossroads
• This walk is suitable for people with young children
• This is a car-free walkLincolnshireEvening walk Amber Hill
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Little Britain
On 26/08/2011 in UK
You’ll find all the ingredients you need to give your child a memorable holiday close to home. Discover the best these isles have to offer…
, including smoked garlic, garlic flour and even garlic honey! One week will cost £200 per person.Brackenborough Hall, LincolnshireIn the grounds of Brackenborough Hall, three stunning apartments form part of a Grade Two-listed 18th-century coach house
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