Ideas for indoor days out with the family around Leicester, the East Midlands and beyond.
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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.
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: 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.
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…
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.
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!
Conkers Winter Wonderland 2020 review
Having enjoyed our many visits to Conkers before, here is our review of the Winter Wonderland event in 2020. We felt safe and the lights were beautiful, just we went home a bit disappointed by the long queues.
Peak Wildlife Park review- Peak District
If you’re looking for a great day out with the family in the Peak District, we recommend the fully-accessible Peak Wildlife Park, a unique wildlife park full of amazing animal encounters.
Gulliver’s Valley theme park, South Yorkshire – the review
We are huge fans of Gulliver’s Theme Parks so we were super excited to try out the brand new Gulliver’s Valley resort in South Yorkshire. Here’s what to expect…
Gulliver’s Land & Adventurer’s Village review – what to expect after lockdown!
If you’re looking for a day out with the family, a summer holiday activity, or an overnight stay, Gulliver’s theme parks have reopened with their Gully’s Safe Steps. Find out more here…
Ideas for February half term days out with the kids
Ideas for days out with the family in and around the East Midlands this February half term, whatever the weather!
5 unique camping & glamping weekend ideas with the family
Looking for something different to do for a weekend or break with the kids?
Here are our camping and glamping ideas, from family festivals to remote wooden huts, helping you find something for everyone to enjoy!
5 toy reviews, gift ideas and activities for young kids who love to use their imagination!
From gift ideas for school friends and presents for young children, through to toys for rainy days, here are 5 toy reviews that can fuel the imagination of every child!
Hatton Adventure World – our review
With the activities, displays, funfair, animals, reptiles, soft play, outdoor play areas and more, there’s just so much to do at Hatton Adventure World for a day out with the family. Check out our review here…
Butlins Just For Tots, Skegness – the review!
As first-timers to Butlin’s, we had no idea what to expect. With continuous family-friendly entertainment and activities, along with such fantastic staff, here’s our review of the Just For Tots week at Skegness…
Bonkers for Conkers! Our review of Conkers, The National Forest
If you’re looking for an outdoor adventure with the family, Conkers is a fantastic way to explore the National Forest, whatever the weather – it is fun, educational and great for all ages.
Taking your kids to the mountains: Part 2 – Mint Snowboarding
We can’t thank Mint Snowboarding enough for giving Lily her snow legs. If you want to teach your kids to snowboard, look no further than the amazing team at Mint Snowboarding.
Taking your kids to the mountains: Part 1 – Treeline Chalets
We can’t recommend Treeline Chalets enough for making mountain holidays as easy as possible with the family. Here’s the first of 2 parts about taking kids to the mountains!
Twin Lakes Theme Park & Family Scream Park review
Twin Lakes is a fantastic day out in Leicestershire for all the family, whatever the weather. Here’s my review, and what happens at the Family Scream Park too!
Hawkwise Falconry – a family experience with a difference
Hawkwise Falconry offer unique experiences for all ages and abilities. We got involved in their magical spell jar making activities at the beautiful Cattows Farm.
West Lodge Rural Centre – Farm Park & Halloween event review
West Lodge Farm Park is a great day out for all the family, whatever the weather, with friendly staff, animal encounters, and some fantastic well-organised events.
Windmill Farm Park, Leicestershire
A brand new Farm Park set in the Leicestershire countryside, that is friendly, affordable, and a fun day out for all the family, whatever the weather.
Matlock Farm Park, Matlock, Peak District
A fun-packed day out for all ages, with animal encounters, animals of all sizes, cafe and coffee shop, as well as indoor and outdoor play areas set in Matlock, Peak District.
