Heckfield Place Hotel
438 Acres of Pure Adventure: Heckfield Place and Sharky & George Bring the Magic of the Great Outdoors Best for: Nature-focused adventures away from screens in Hampshire This August, Heckfield Place is set to become a haven for families seeking nature-infused adventures and screen-free fun. In an exciting collaboration with the esteemed childhood wonder experts,
Creative Kids’ Workshops at The Alpina Gstaad
Unleashing Imaginations in the Heart of the Alps This Summer As the stress of school and exams comes to an end, it’s time to head for the fresh air of the Alps and the freedom of summer. The Alpina Gstaad is thrilled to announce a series of fun, family-friendly creative workshops in collaboration with the
Lymington Seafood Festival Launches Chefs’ Stage & Cookery School
The 2024 Lymington Seafood Festival has been given a huge foodie shake-up; the three-day boutique festival taking place at Bath Road Park on Friday 12th – Sunday 14th July, is bringing back a Chefs’ Demo Stage and launching a Cookery School with a range of classes for adults and budding young chefs. The festival welcomes Chris Bavin,
‘Seven Wonders of the Waterways’
The list of the ‘Seven Wonders of the Waterways’ was compiled 66 years ago by Robert Aickman, co-founder of the Inland Waterways Association. These amazing structures are still functioning today and make great destinations for canal boat holiday-makers. Here’s a list of the Seven, with examples of boats available at the nearest drifters.co.uk narrow boat
New Forest Cycling, and with Dogs.
Dogs in New Forest On our recent trip to the New Forest, www.thenewforest.co.uk, in Hampshire, staying at Green Hill Farm Holiday Village, we took the dogs. It is brilliant and natural that the dogs love it there too. We did want to be careful about wildlife with the deer, but especially ponies and donkeys roaming
Green Hill Farm Holiday Village
This is an excellent base for exploring the New Forest. Green Hill Farm Holiday Village is perfect for families wanting to enjoy life’s simple pleasures. Situated in a peaceful area of woodland, with a gate giving you direct access to the forest. The location is perfect for exploring the many quaint villages and market towns. The
The Mole Resort luxury hotel and lodges coming to Devon
L+R Hotels has launched The Mole Resort as the latest venture in a portfolio which spans the UK, Continental Europe, the US and the Caribbean, in many of the world’s most sought-after locations. Coming to Devon in Summer 2023, The Mole Resort is a luxury lodge resort destination set in 125 acres of countryside next
Visiting London with your children
London Most of us have visited it for studies, excursions with friends or even with our other half. But what happens when the time comes to visit it with the children? London should be divided into regions to make the visit interesting for the whole family without getting exhausted in travel. We’ve put together the
Exbury Gardens
On our recent trip to the New Forest staying at Green Hill Farm Holiday Village we visited: Exbury Gardens is a spectacular collection of woodland, herbaceous, contemporary, and formal and wildflower gardens. Located by the riverside, it has taken 100 years to create. Exbury have a world-famous collection of rhododendrons and azaleas. These stunning shrubs
Burley Wagon Ride
On our recent trip to the New Forest staying at Green Hill Farm Holiday Village we visited: Burley for a great wagon ride. What a pleasant way to travel around the New Forest. They have starting to run again and have altered the wagons to be Covid friendly. Partitions in place and hand sanitisers on
Travelling with Little Twins
Travelling with Little Twins Made Easier With These Essentials In the UK alone, there are more than 9,000 sets of twins born each year. And with travel now being very accessible, a lot of parents are eager to go on family holidays. Of course, it goes without saying that taking a trip with twin babies
Top 5 Destinations in Europe to Appreciate Nature
Close your eyes, even for just a minute or two. Think of the last time you were at one with nature, whether it watching the sunset on the beach or a stroll through a scenic forest. Now, open your eyes. Can you recall that time? We asked because it matters. Being at one with nature
Family Half Term Holidays in France & Crete
This October half term (from 22-28 Oct 18), families are spoilt for choice with a selection of unique ‘Just for You’ Family Hotel experiences at Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo, fantastic family savings at Blue Palace Resort & Spa, Crete, extensive kid facilities at Terre Blanche, Provence, a new Cinema Offer from Les Manoirs de Tourgeville and family city
Oct Southeast Half Term Family Activities
October 18 Half Term The South East boasts many world class museums and attractions for families to enjoy this October Half Term. A perfect opportunity to spend time outdoors with walks in the stunning countryside. When the weather is not so good, explore historic houses and castles with craft and other activities. Accommodation in the
Schloss Schneeberg: a window on to unspoilt Austrian wilderness
Nestled in a picturesque valley in the farming town of Trins, the Saker family’s ancestral home, Schloss Schneeberg, offers a window on to unspoilt Austrian wilderness. Despite being in the family since the 1700s, only in recent years have they opened their doors and welcomed guests seeking an active mountain retreat with a difference. A
The Wirral
Wirral Peninsular After enjoying Liverpool, we decided to go through the Mersey Tunnel to the Wirral. The Scouse joke is it was named that way because they used to say “Wirral we go this afternoon?” when seeking to go to the country. A beautiful green part of the world and obviously “horse country”. Weather was
Back in Liverpool
Not been back to Liverpool, where I was born, for many years. www.visitliverpool.com Three of us, and two dogs, stayed in an AirbnB Gorgeous Home. Free Parking. Walk Everywhere in Georgian Quarter, which is around Liverpool University and between the two cathedrals. (I was always amused that the street linking Anglican and Catholic cathedrals is
Beach Shelter sun protection
LittleLife Summers are getting hotter every year… be prepared for fun in the sun with LittleLife’s Beach Shelter. As we went through the heatwave this summer, Parents News tried LittleLife’s Beach Shelters in Dorset. They are designed to ensure your baby or toddler’s delicate skin is protected. A quick and easy way to create your very
Five Hotels for Your Family Vacation in the Canary Islands
Going on a vacation on your own is easier than when you are going out with your family. Admit it. With all the things to consider, you might have even thought of not going at all. Going on a vacation with the family is even harder when you have kids with you. All the
The Christmas market in Freiburg
A short train journey from Euro Parks is the town of Freiburg. The 44th year of Freiburg Christmas Markets for visitors to marvel at, buy and enjoy the many arts and crafts and delicious treats on offer at the over 130 individual stalls. A feature of Freiburg‘s Christmas market is the the huge range of