
When does Alton Towers close for winter in 2024?
Alton Towers, the UK’s largest and most beloved theme park, offers endless thrills and family fun throughout the year. But as winter approaches, many wonder: when does Alton Towers close for the season? Typically, Alton Towers wraps up its main season in early November, with a few special events running until Christmas, offering plenty of

Alton Towers Scarefest Dates 2024: Everything to know before you go
Alton Towers Resort is once again gearing up for its spine-tingling Scarefest event, a Halloween extravaganza that promises to thrill the whole family. Whether you have brave teens or little ones who prefer a gentler experience, there’s something for everyone. Here’s what parents need to know before heading to this year’s Scarefest. What is Scarefest?

London Film Festival: 60 free events this October
London Film Festival for Free: Over 60 events this October The 68th BFI London Film Festival (LFF) is back with its exciting LFF for Free programme, offering more than 60 events across London from 10th to 27th October 2024. This is a brilliant opportunity for families, film lovers, and curious minds to experience a wide

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom: What to expect
Echoes of Wisdom – a new adventure on Nintendo Switch The beloved Legend of Zelda series returns with a fresh instalment,The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom , launching tomorrow, 26th September, 2024, on Nintendo Switch. Fans of the franchise will find themselves captivated by this thrilling adventure, where Princess Zelda steps up as the heroine,

FRANKENSLIME – Gootopia’s Spooky Slime Extravaganza
This October half-term, Gootopia is transforming into a ghoulish slime paradise for a slimetacular Halloween experience – FRANKENSLIME! A spooktacular event designed for kids aged 3 to teens, this is one slime-making workshop you won’t want to miss! Tickets: £16.99 per child Book Now: www.gootopia.co.uk/book Gootopia’s Frankenslime workshops Where slime fans can unleash their creativity

Stitch Has Landed at B&M! Shop the Latest Collection Now
Are you shopping for a Stitch fan? Look no further! B&M has just launched an exciting new collection featuring everyone’s favourite mischievous alien. From adorable plush toys to fun accessories and gifts, this collection is perfect for Stitch lovers of all ages. Here are a small sample of what’s on offer. Stitch Plush Toy (32cm)

Tesco Unveils Its Exciting Christmas 2024 Range with Over 250 New Products
Tesco has officially revealed its highly anticipated Christmas 2024 range, featuring over 250 new food and drink items. From indulgent festive favourites to showstopping centrepieces, Tesco is bringing great value to every table this Christmas—because, as we know, every little helps. With a vast array of treats to choose from, there’s something to suit every

M&S Christmas Food: A Feast of Festive Delights for 2024
Book a Slot Now! Get ready for a magical Christmas feast as M&S launches its highly anticipated Christmas food range for 2024. Whether you’re looking for innovative festive treats or top-quality ingredients for your holiday spread, M&S has everything you need to make this season truly special. From the world’s first snow-globe-inspired Magical Snowing Forest

Last minute escapes for families
Wyndham Grand Crete Mirabello Bay sets a new standard for family-focused hospitality. Conscious of delivering tailored experiences, the resort offers a wealth of engaging activities inspired by its unique location. Kids Club and Playground Mirabello Bay features dedicated kids’ amenities, a complimentary Kids Club and Playground, and a Teens Club organising daily activities. With a

Autumn Holiday with Entertainment and Plenty of Watersports
For a heart-pumping escape this autumn, consider booking a holiday to Kandima Maldives, a lifestyle destination with a full house of entertainment and plenty of watersports and land sport options on an impressive 3km long island. Sportcation Kandima is an ideal place to experience a proper “sportcation” even if you’re not normally a huge sports

STEAM if you want to go faster:
10,000 schoolchildren return to Thorpe Park for thrilling educational event ACS International Schools announces highly anticipated STEAM at Thorpe Park on 15 October 2024. Following the success of 2022 launch, this year’s event is already sold out. 10,000 primary and secondary school students will attend. Over 50 organisations, including Barclays and Microsoft, make it an

Autumn at Hole Park
Free children’s activities and a chance to learn its fascinating past Hole Park (Cranbrook) may be best known for wonderful Spring flowers, notably its famous Bluebells, but the colourful Autumn display in this tranquil Wealden gem is a wonder to be enjoyed throughout the coming months. Autumn red and gold on display at Hole Park

Accidents at home – and how to avoid them.
Daisy First Aid is UK’s leading paediatric first aid company. They teach fun and friendly 2-hour parent and carer classes for parents and carers of babies and children. You can learn either in your home or at a local venue. Babies are welcome in all classes and the classes are also perfect for pregnancy. Jenni

National Geographic Kids events 2024
Wakehurst, Kew’s wild botanic garden in Sussex, has announced an exciting three-year collaboration with National Geographic Kids magazine, introducing interactive and engaging activities for families. This collaboration aims to bring the pages of Nat Geo Kids to life, inspiring young minds and fostering a love for the natural world through educational and fun experiences. Nature

Best Family Christmas Pyjamas 2024
As the festive season approaches, there’s nothing more magical than slipping into a cosy pair of Christmas pyjamas to get into the holiday spirit. Whether you’re preparing for a family movie night, wrapping gifts by the tree, or getting the little ones ready for bed on Christmas Eve, the perfect set of pyjamas adds an

The Grass May Not Be Greener
Bright, fun, and educational new kids’ book teaches self-love A new children’s book, The Grass May Not Be Greener, has captured the hearts of young readers with its fun and uplifting tale. The first in Hilary Lawrence’s three-part ‘Life’s Great Morals’ series, this charming story follows Bunny, a rabbit tired of his ordinary life and

Affordable Family Getaway: Exploring Sardinia via Ferry
If you’re looking to escape the gloomy British weather and extend your summer thrills in September, exploring Europe is a fantastic option. With beautiful destinations, great weather, and now cheaper travel alternatives, you could be soaking up the sun in no time. OMIO, a travel platform, has revealed a cost-effective route to Sardinia, Italy, that
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