Our review of the Chessington World of Adventures at Christmas event and Father Christmas sleepover.
Category: Days Out
Twixmas: Places to visit with kids between Christmas & New Year – Leicestershire & beyond
Here are some of our top places to visit with the kids during the school holidays between Christmas and New Year, in and around Leicestershire and the Midlands.
Review: Christmas in Leicester events 2021
Here’s our review of the Christmas in Leicester city centre activities and events for 2021.
Review: Sundown Adventureland Christmas Spectacular Event
Check out our review of Sundown Adventureland at Christmas including the Night Before Christmas ride.
Review: Alpine Adventure Park, Snowtrax, Dorset
This was our first time at the Alpine Adventure Park in Dorset and we could not wait to check it out. Here’s our review.
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…
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.
Ideas for family Christmas days out 2021 in and around the East Midlands
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!
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: 5 on the Farm Festival 2021
Check out our full review of 5 on the Farm festival at Cannon Hall Farm in Yorkshire.
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!
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: 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.
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!
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…
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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