Ravensburger Collector’s Cupboard 1000 piece puzzle
Winter is on its way which means 1 thing. The jigsaw puzzles have come out. I find doing a jigsaw very calming and a chance to have some time on my own to do it. N gets bored so just…
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Botley coding robot kit from Learning Resources
Until a few years ago when N started school, I had no idea what STEM was. I still have to look it up – Science, technology, engineering and maths. But nowadays it’s everywhere, and STEM toys are taking over. Because…
Testing the mind with family card game Set
This year we’ve been enjoying discovering lots of new board games. As an Asmodee board game club blogger, we were sent the family card game Set. It’s a game that can be played by different ages and in any situation….
Family time with Ticket to Ride board game
Review of the America version of Ticket to Ride, a strategy board game for all the family claiming railway routes across the country
Reveal, the family trivia board game with only answers
N has been getting into games for a while now which I’m really happy about. He’s not so good when he always loses against me – he forgets that sometimes he does win. But the OH won’t play games so…
A solo visit to Hanbury Hall Worcestershire
Some people would never dream of visiting somewhere alone, but I think it’s great. Yes, it’s nice to chat and have a drink and piece of cake with a friend, but sometimes it’s nice to just do what you want…
A children’s festival of fun at CBBC Summer Social
Sharing the experience of the first ever CBBC summer social, a children’s festival over a weekend in Croxteth Park, Liverpool
Sharing a love of Warcombe Farm campsite, Woolacombe
It’s not often we return to a place for a second time on holiday. But this year we really struggled to find a campsite that takes all of our boxes i.e. decent showers and toilets, electric hook-up and a good…
Sunny day at Countryfile Live and the Summer Party
The third year visiting Countryfile Live at Blenheim Palace, including thoughts on the summer party with country music
Visiting modern Castle Drogo in Devon
A National Trust visit, this time to Castle Drogo in Devon. To a modern castle and gardens with artwork and exploring gardens
Historic Bath – visiting Bath Abbey and Roman Baths
A visit to Bath isn’t complete unless you’ve visited the Roman Baths and Bath Abbey. Here’s our tips on visiting both with kids
