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A wicked Wightlink ferry
On 08/08/2011 in UK
Explore a new angle to the Isle of Wight with a Wightlink ferry
There is a growing demand for family breaks outside the main summer season. The ferry company Wightlink has launched a new online guide – Not the Beach Again – To cater for families looking for something different on the Isle of Wight.The Wightlink
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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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All-inclusive Cumbrian calm
On 13/05/2013 in Perfect for...
Enjoy the lap of luxury, with a chef, a driver and a host to tend to your family's every need
£880 per night. For details, visit beechhouseholidays.comRead more...The best family events in MayHow to make your kite reach new heightsFamily adventures on the Isle of Wight
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An eco-friendly New Year break
On 20/12/2011 in UK
Ease yourself into 2012 with a relaxing break on the Isle Of Wight
of 35 minutes from Portsmouth by ferry, the Isle Of Wight could be just the place for a cheeky little getaway before the school term begins. With picture perfect British scenery for long strolls and amazing local produce stocking the many cosmopolitan
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Happy Campers
On 28/04/2008 in Green Living
Five fantastic UK campsites from the author of Cool Camping
, spacious tipi to sleep in, it doesn’t get much better than this. Visit www.cornish-tipi-holidays.co.ukVintage VacationsIf you fancy the glamour of a vintage Airstream, then the Isle of Wight’s the place to be. Here you’ll find cool, quirky and utterly chic
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Isle of Wight: A Treasure Island
On 25/08/2011 in UK
Close to home but feels like heaven, the Isle of Wight is the perfect location to create idyllic childhood memories
: “Darling, just had an Alan Partridge moment…”Given the fictitious chat show host’s penchant for owl sanctuaries, a visit to Appuldurcombe House, our next destination and home to the Isle Of Wight Owl & Falconry Centre, had a certain twisted logic. When he
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Music festivals
On 20/04/2010 in Days Out
All the music without the mayhem – these are the best festivals for all the family in 2010
. Meanwhile, the World of Kids and the Children’s Parade will be one of the festival highlights. Visit www.womad.org7. JULY 30 - AUGUST 1 Camp Bestival, Dorset This baby sibling to the Isle of Wight’s Bestival takes place at the idyllic Lulworth Castle
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Walks and rides
On 18/04/2010 in Days Out
Have fun in the fresh air with these 10 walks and rides
1. Troll Trail, Isle of Wight The Troll Trail between Merstone and Shide is traffic-free and crosses many bridges – where all those trolls live, of course. Visit www.pushchairwalks.co.ukwww.pushchairwalks.co.uk 2. Cuckmere Haven, Sussex
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Theme parks
On 19/06/2009 in Days Out
Classic theme parks that will amaze and delight
1. Diggerland Get behind the wheel of a JCB at one of Britain’s four Diggerland theme parks. Tel: 0871 227 7007 or visit www.diggerland.com 2. Blackgang Chine, Isle of WightThis is now one of the UK’s first theme parks, with roller
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The best summer days out in The South
On 19/06/2012 in Days Out
Savour the sunny season at one of these fabulous family events
Topham Hatt at the Isle Of Wight Steam Railway today. Other activities available will include face painting, a treasure hunt and vintage bus rides.The Steam Fayre and Vintage RallyAugust 4–5Young automobile enthusiasts should visit West Somerset Railway
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