From Christmas markets and meeting Santa to magical lights, train journeys and family-friendly festive events, there are plenty of fun events already being announced for 2020. With tickets often limited this year, it’s worth booking up early!
Pumpkin picking, Halloween & October half term ideas for days out 2021
From pumpkin picking to half term Halloween & autumn fun in and around the East Midlands, here’s my top picks for family days out this October!
Family-friendly UK music festivals not to be missed in 2022
Are you looking to take your family to a weekend music festival, but unsure where to start? Here’s my list of festival weekenders in 2022
Review: Little Live Pets Cozy Dozys Charlie the Puppy (gifted)
Lily now has a new best friend, Charlie the Puppy thanks from Little Live Pets. Find out more here!
Review: Halloween Farm at Cattows Farm 2021
The brand new Halloween Farm at Cattows Farm for 2021 has completely blown us away! We had an incredible day out – read on to find out more…
Review: Purple Badger campsite, Leicestershire
Find out more about camping & glamping at Purple Badger in Leicestershire.
Review: Coding Critters MagiCoders – Learning Resources UK (ad)
(gifted) We were super excited to review the MagiCoders from Learning Resources UK – it really would make a fantastic fun and educational gift for preschool and primary age kids.
20 ideas for indoor family days out – Leicester & East Midlands
Ideas for indoor days out with the family around Leicester, the East Midlands and beyond.
Review: Ninja Warrior UK, Leicester
The Ninja Warror UK Adventure Park in Leicester is a great day out for all the family, whatever the weather. Here’s our review…
Review: Spring Wood Pop Up Campsite
Here’s our full review of Spring Wood Pop Up Campsite near Cannon Hall Farm & Barnsley.
Review: 5 on the Farm Festival 2021
Check out our full review of 5 on the Farm festival at Cannon Hall Farm in Yorkshire.
15 family festival camping essentials
Are you heading to a festival with the family and wondering what to pack or looking for some tips for your first family festival? Read on…
Learning to tell the time with Learning Resources UK (gifted)
We can’t recommend Learning Resources UK enough, for free downloadable activities as well as fun games, clocks and resources for telling the time.
Review: Gloworm Festival 2021
If you’re looking for a festival for all the family to enjoy, look no further than Gloworm Festival in Nottingham – here’s why…
Review: Go Ape at Chessington World of Adventures
Check out our review of the Treetop Adventure at Go Ape Chessington World of Adventures
Review: Explorer Glamping at Chessington World of Adventures
For a family weekend away or a staycation with a difference, the Explorer Glamping at Chessington World of Adventures is a great option! Find out more here…
Review: Camp Bestival 2021
We were so excited to finally step foot into Camp Bestival. Check out our full review here.
Review: Elderflower Fields 2021
After such a crazy year, we were so excited to finally get to experience all the magic of Elderflower Fields 2021. Check out our full review here.
Giraffe feeding experience at Chessington World of Adventures
Check out our full review of the giraffe feeding VIP Animal Experience at Chessington World of Adventures!
30+ ideas for days out, Summer holidays 2021
From free days out to fantastic family events, here are our top days out in and around the East Midlands in the summer holidays.
Birthday parties at West Lodge Farm Park
If you’re looking for a birthday party in Northamptonshire or near to Leicestershire, we really do recommend West Lodge Farm Park. Check out our review here.
Review: Bluebell Dairy camping weekend
The camping weekend was really lovely, whether you’re looking for something different to do with the kids in the school holidays or a unique family staycation – with tent room service included too!
Review: Bundle Beds
If you’re looking for a hassle-free, long-lasting sleep solution for camping, overnight stays and more, look no further than Bundle Beds. Here’s our review!
The World of Dinosaur Roar! Discovery Trail – Manor Farm Park & Woodlands
The World of Dinosaur Roar! Discovery Trail at Manor Farm Park & Woodlands is a fantastic and accessible day out for all the family, whether you’re looking for something to do in the school holidays, weekend ideas or term time with the toddlers!
Our top 10 family travel products & gift ideas
Heading away with the family this year? Here are our top family travel products and gift ideas, great for staycations, weekends away or just enjoying the holidays at home!
Let’s Get Lost – kayaking days out in Leicestershire
We enjoyed a fantastic family kayaking trip in Leicestershire with Let’s Get Lost. Here’s what to expect on one of their kayaking adventures as well as top tips for kayaking with kids…
15 family camping hacks you don’t want to miss!
With 10 of our favourite camping hacks and 5 products we think will make family camping easier, here are 15 family camping hacks you don’t want to miss!
30+ ideas for family days out, May Half Term 2021 – East Midlands
From free days out to fantastic family events, here are our top days out in and around the East Midlands in May Half Term 2021.
10 campsite games & nature activity ideas for kids
Wondering how to keep the kids entertained when camping or glamping? Nature is the best play area, but find out some of our other ideas here…
10 tips for camping with the family
Looking to take the family camping, but not sure where to start? Check out our top tips for family camping including our family camping checklist.
Review: Warwick Castle & Zog activity trail
If you’re looking for a fun day out with the family in the Midlands, the Zog “Quest for the Golden Star” activity trail at Warwick Castle is brilliant for kids of all ages.
