Heights of Abraham – Cable Cars and Caverns (Peak District)

The Heights of Abraham in the Peak District is a fun and exciting day out with the kids. Your adventure starts with a cable car ride up to the top where the entrances to both the Great Rutland and Great Masson caverns are located.The cavern tours provide lots of information on the history of lead…

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Top family-friendly things to do near Tattershall Lakes

If you’re planning a family break to Tattershall Lakes then you’re in for a treat! Not only is it a beautiful holiday park with plenty to do on-site, but there’s also lots of family-friendly things to do near Tattershall Lakes too! If you want to find out more about our fantastic 3-night stay and what…

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Visiting Warwick Castle: How to get the most our of your day

Updated: October 4, 2019 If you are visiting Warwick Castle, spending a little time to plan your day will ensure that you don't miss out on the many activities Warwick Castle has to offer. We visited Warwick Castle at Halloween and was really surprised at how much there is to do. You can cram pack…

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Kids Pass Review – how much can you really save on family days out?

Thinking of signing up for a Kids Pass membership? Not sure how much you will actually save on family days out? Wondering whether it will be worthwhile?These are the questions that I asked before signing up.As a new Kids Pass member (and someone slightly obsessed with saving costs), I wanted to know exactly how much…

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RunFestRun – Could this be the best family camping festival?

We were extremely excited to experience the first ever RunFestRun! A family camping festival at Bowood House and Gardens in Wiltshire. Chris Evans was launching this fantastic combination of running, camping and music all in one festival. And any fans of Chris Evans will know he doesn’t do things by half! We LOVE family camping…

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Coombe Abbey Afternoon Tea | The ultimate family treat and much more!

Who doesn’t love traditional afternoon tea in a lavish venue, set amongst beautiful gardens? If this sounds like heaven but the thought of taking the kids conjures up images of broken fine china teacups and finger sandwiches all over the floor, think again. Coombe Abbey Afternoon Tea is the perfect treat for your family. Not…

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9 awesome reasons why you should visit Crich Tramway Museum with kids

Despite living on the doorstep of Crich Tramway Museum in Derbyshire, it’s never really been on our list of places to visit with the kids.I guess we thought we weren’t particularly into trams or transport and stereotypically we assumed it wouldn’t be of much interest to our two young girls.I wasn’t sure how exciting it…

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Family fun and woodland walks at Cannock Chase Forest – Staffordshire

Cannock Chase Forest in Staffordshire is the perfect place to get out for some family fun and enjoy the great outdoors. There are plenty of activity trails and woodland walks to suit all ages; adventure play areas, biking trails and other activities to excite the whole family.You can spend as little as an hour or…

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Why the Box Hill Natural Play Trail is so amazing for kids

The Box Hill Natural Play Trail is the perfect place to let your kids run free and be at one with nature. We spent an afternoon at Box Hill whilst staying with my sister and her children in Surrey.It was our first time visiting and I was amazed at the vast area of natural beauty…

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Our Magical Santa Sleepover at Alton Towers

If you’re looking for a truly magical Christmas experience, then a Santa Sleepover at Alton Towers is a must.By the time autumn arrives, I’m already thinking about Christmas markets and festive days out!As a child, Christmas was the most exciting and magical time of the year; and now that I have kids of my own,…

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