Snowdrops at Painswick Rococo Garden
Visiting Painswick Rococo Garden to see the snowdrops in the historic designed garden, with sculptures, follies and wooded walkways.
Days out
Where to see a tractor run in the UK
Support charities and farmers, and enjoy watching a festive tractor run in your local area. Find out more about them and locations
Christmas light trail at Blenheim Palace 2022
Visiting the christmas light trail at Blenheim Palace, with thoughts on the lights, the food, the market and crowds.
Christmas at Blenheim Palace – Kingdom of the Snow Queen
Visiting the Kingdom of the Snow Queen at Christmas at Blenheim Palace, and the stunning displays inside the stately home
Doing a Wembley Stadium Tour
We went on one of the Wembley tours, visiting behind the scenes of Wembley Stadium and finding out more about the history and England football
What to do on a free day
Ideas for what to do on a free day when you’re without children and looking for some me time. Here’s my perfect free day ideas
Winter light trails in Oxfordshire and nearby
Try out some of these winter light trails in Oxfordshire and nearby, lovely for family traditions at Christmas
Family days out and places to visit in Lancashire
Ideas for family days out and place to visit in Lancashire, from zoos to museums, outdoor and beaches
Visiting Shugborough Hall and Estate National Trust
Visiting Shugborough Hall and estate, a National Trust property in Staffordshire, with access to Lord Lichfield’s apartments included
Walking Fairhaven Lake to Lytham Windmill
Walking Fairhaven Lake along the Ribble Estuary to visit Lytham Windmill on the green, then back for crazy golf
Visiting Williamson Park butterfly house and Ashton Memorial
A visit to Lancaster’s Ashton Memorial and Williamson Park butterfly house and mini zoo to reminisce years ago