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The UK’s Best Hidden Lidos for the best outdoor swimming experience

- Jesus Green Outdoor Pool in Cambridge is the UK’s quietest lido (3 hashtags) - Parliament Hill Lido in London (6) and Heathersage Pool in the Peak District (8) are also in the top three. - Devon is home to two of the top ten quietest lidos: Buckfastleigh Open Air Pool, and Chagford Swimming Pool. - London and Cornwall are home to some of the most in-demand outdoor pools.

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HALF TERM at the Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary

Spring into the new season at The Donkey Sanctuary

With spring just around the corner, The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth is the perfect day out for all the family this half term.

The sanctuary is free to visit and is set in the heart of the East Devon countryside, overlooking the world-famous Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site.

For those looking to combine exercise and...

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Rediscover The Donkey Sanctuary this summer

The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth has something to keep the whole family entertained this summer, including a summer trail and a new natural play area.

The new play area, located in the heart of the sanctuary, brings children of all ages, social groups and abilities together to use their imaginations, explore and have fun.

Set among a landscaped area, surrounded by native...

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Easter holiday fun at Theatre Royal Plymouth including David Walliams’ Billionaire Boy 

There is plenty on offer for children and adults this Easter at Theatre Royal Plymouth, including the West End production of David Walliams’ hit children’s book Billionaire Boy .

As well as Billionaire Boy , TRP has a wide variety of shows on offer over the next fortnight including: Talk , Dance Like It Never Happened , Us Against the World , Orphan Planet , Hofesh Shechter Company:...

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Pumpkin Picking at Darts Farm

Ok, I will admit it… I am totally unprepared for Halloween! I have seen the facebook posts of happy families picking their pumpkins, but it didn’t quite register that I really should get myself sorted so we don’t miss out on all the good pumpkins!

Luckily my lovely friend is more organised than me and she invited us to go Pumpkin picking out at Darts farm this afternoon, I’m so glad...

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LEGENDARY TV PERSONALITY BASIL BRUSH TO FEATURE IN PANTOMIME!

The team behind the Exmouth Pavilion Christmas Pantomime have confirmed TV Legend and all round good fox, BASIL BRUSH will join pantomime favourite Stuart Earp in this year’s production of Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs.

Basil Brush will feature as The Magic Mirror, alongside Stuart Earp as Muddles, Harry Moore as Nurse Nellie, Kassie Malam as Snow White, Jessica Fay Long as The...

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Get ready for camping in 2021

Get ready for camping in 2021

If you’re riding high on the wave of enthusiasm for UK holidays then you may have already booked to go camping in 2021. Whether you’re a pro at pitching at tent or you’re first timers excited to get out in the fresh air, you need to be prepared for your first night under canvas.

Claire Hall is the award-winning blogger behind the family travel...

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