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!
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Days out, adventures and activities for kids in Leicester, the East Midlands, and beyond.
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.
Day out at Foxton Locks, Leicestershire
Foxton Locks is a beautiful and truly unique spot to visit on a day out with the family, close to Market Harborough in Leicestershire.
Review: Brook Meadow campsite, Leicestershire
If you’re looking for a stunning campsite in the East Midlands for camping or glamping, look no further than Brook Meadow – a family-friendly, dog-friendly campsite overlooking a beautiful lake.
Review: Barlefield Glamping, Leicestershire
Barlefield Glamping is a beautiful family-friendly farm in Leicestershire, perfect for a staycation or weekend away with family or friends – the whole site is yours and there are added experiences on offer too!
Our top 5 free things to do in Weymouth with the family
If you’re heading on holiday or looking for staycation ideas with the family, here are our top five free things to do in Weymouth with the kids.
Review: Moira Furnace Museum & Country Park
For a truly special and affordable day out for all the family, we really recommend the Moira Furnace Museum and Country Park with boat trips along the Ashby Canal.
Learning Resources UK Digital Easter Egg Hunt (ad)
We’re super EGGcited to be taking part in the Digital Easter Egg Hunt with our friends at Learning Resources UK, with a HUGE bundle of prizes to be won – find out more here!
Farm & wildlife park campsites 2021 in the Midlands
With 2021 being the year of the staycation, check out our ideas for a camping weekend or holiday with the family on farm and wildlife parks, from pop-up wild camping to glamping tents and more in the Midlands.
Ideas for things to do with the kids at home in the Easter holidays 2021
From virtual Easter egg hunts to festivals at home, even though the Easter holidays are a bit different this year, there’s still plenty of fun to be had at home. Check out our top ideas here!
Things to do in the Easter holidays with the kids in the East Midlands 2021
From Easter egg hunts through and water sports adventures through to mini golf and snowsports, as restrictions start to ease, there really are some great days out in the East Midlands with the family this Easter.
Spring & Easter ideas for fun nature-themed activities & gift guide for children
With spring upon us and Easter holidays on the way, there’s never been a better time to get out and explore nature. We’ve put together some of our top activities, resources, eco-friendly gifts and ideas from small businesses, events and more, to help you explore nature with the family this season.
Mother’s Day small business gift guide for mums who love the outdoors
Whether you’re looking for a Mother’s Day gift or a present idea for a special mum or grandma’s birthday, here are our favourite small business gift ideas for women who love the outdoors!
30+ ideas to celebrate World Book Day 2021 at home
World Book Day 2021 may be a little different, but it doesn’t need to be boring! Check out these fantastic live events, screen-free crafts and exciting resources to share the love of books and reading!
Virtual forest school review – Avocado Events & Wild Things York
We had a great time at the virtual forest school hosted by Avocado Events and Wild Things York in February half term. Find out more here…
25+ ideas for lockdown February Half Term 2021 at home
Just because we’re at home this half term, doesn’t need to be boring. Here are ideas for a lockdown half term, from virtual festivals to themed activities and forest school – all easy, many are free, and there’s something for all ages too!
Top camps: Our favourite family-friendly campsites
Here are some of our top family-friendly campsites that are peaceful, safe, have great facilities, and the perfect base for a memorable camping trip with the family.
Kidnoculars review & binoculars craft activity with Learning Resources UK
To celebrate the Big Garden Birdwatch, check out our simple binoculars craft for kids, our Kidnoculars review, as well as your chance to win your very own Kidnoculars with Learning Resources UK!
20 ways to keep local family walks interesting in lockdown
Here are a few ways we’re keeping our walks interesting during lockdown, when walking the same local routes. Many are free or require no equipment too!
12 tips for family winter outdoor adventures
We know we can’t get so far right now, but I hope these ideas can help you to enjoy winter outdoors with the family, and prepare for when we can go that bit further. Stay safe, stay warm and be prepared!
Kids’ winter outdoor clothing and essentials
We may only be able to go on walks from home right now, but we still make sure we’re prepared with the right clothing for winter exploring outdoors.
Top ideas for unique UK family staycations in 2021
Whether you’re looking for ideas for a fun weekend away or are searching for a family holiday in the UK, here are our recommendations for self-contained staycations in 2021.
Swadlincote Snowsports Centre – day out review
If you’re looking for a truly unique day out with the family, we were buzzing from our day at Swadlincote Snowsports Centre. Find out more here!
Bluebell Dairy Santa’s Sleigh School review 2020
The Bluebell Dairy team had clearly put their heart and soul into making their Santa’s Sleigh School a fantastic festive experience, even with the restrictions in place. Find out more here.
The 3am Diary 