Blenheim Palace Crowns and Coronets, and downstairs tour
Visiting the Royal Connections Crowns and Coronets exhibition at Blenehim Palace Oxfordshire, and what happens on the downstairs tour

Visiting the Royal Connections Crowns and Coronets exhibition at Blenehim Palace Oxfordshire, and what happens on the downstairs tour

London day trip itinerary around Tower of London, Monument and Borough Market, great mix of stops for pre-teens and older children

Visiting Painswick Rococo Garden to see the snowdrops in the historic designed garden, with sculptures, follies and wooded walkways.

Support charities and farmers, and enjoy watching a festive tractor run in your local area. Find out more about them and locations

Visiting the christmas light trail at Blenheim Palace, with thoughts on the lights, the food, the market and crowds.

Visiting the Kingdom of the Snow Queen at Christmas at Blenheim Palace, and the stunning displays inside the stately home

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

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

Try out some of these winter light trails in Oxfordshire and nearby, lovely for family traditions at Christmas

Ideas for family days out and place to visit in Lancashire, from zoos to museums, outdoor and beaches

Visiting Shugborough Hall and estate, a National Trust property in Staffordshire, with access to Lord Lichfield’s apartments included