An unplanned playground visit for Mother’s Day
We seem to be getting to know parks near us really well. N loves them, and is putting his foot down about simply going to the park rather than to somewhere with more to see and do. For Mother’s Day,…
Days out in Warwickshire
The Snowman and Nutcracker concert at Coventry Cathedral
We went to Coventry Cathedral to watch and listen to The Snowman and Nutcracker christmas concert. Read what it was like.
Paddling pool and scooter fun in Stratford-upon-Avon
Splashpools are great in hot weather, and the paddling pool and recreation ground at Stratford-upon-Avon is the perfect place for summer fun
Igniting an interest in cycling for children
Inspiring children in sport and cycling through watching the women’s Tour of Britain road race coming within a mile of our house
Monkey fun at Twycross Zoo
Read a review of Twycross Zoo in Warwickshire. Discover the exciting animals and conservation work at this popular zoo
A blustery walk at Burton Dassett country park
On new year’s eve, despite the wind and rain we did manage to get out for some fresh air. I’d aborted going to Burton Dassett Country Park one day because it was really windy, but the next it wasn’t quite…
Christmas at Warwick Arts Centre – Gruffalo’s Child and The Lost Gift
I’ve refound my love of Warwick Arts Centre. It’s only 25 minutes drive from us and it has so many great theatre shows, concerts and exhibitions, we really should make more use of it. We saw Paddington Bear’s First Concert…
Baby shower games and afternoon tea at Mallory Court
A baby shower and afternoon tea at Mallory Court. If you’re after some quieter, less raucous baby shower games, check these ideas
Paddington Concert with City of London Sinfonia – a first concert
Paddington Concert with City of London Sinfonia. An introduction to classical concerts for children
Going back to the war years at National Trust’s Upton House
Going back to the war years at National Trust’s Upton House with their unique exhibitions sharing what it as like for those living at Upton
Enjoying the gardens at National Trust’s Packwood House
Visiting National Trust gardens at Packwood House, enjoying the displays for photographing and a walk around the lake