To help keep kids entertained during the October half term, Pets at Home has launched a series of new spook-tacular virtual activities on its free My Pet Pals educational activity hub for children and families.
Designed to educate the next generation of pet owners about keeping pets safe, happy and healthy, the latest My Pet Pals series is Halloween-themed, focusing on wonderous rats...
Ramble for red squirrels, amble for avocets or hike for a hedgehog – The Wildlife Trusts ask public to stride out before COP26
People are being asked to put their best foot forward for nature and take part in The Wildlife Trusts’ Big Wild Walk during the last week of October. UK wildlife is in big trouble and people can help by raising vital funds to further the charity’s 30 by 30 vision to...
tripAbrood appoint a Chief Kids Officer after receiving hundreds of adorable applications
Family travel specialist tripAbrood has received hundreds of applications after advertising for the role of Chief Kids Officer, open to anyone aged 5 to 12 years old. Looking to gain a child’s eye view of the family holiday experience, tripAbrood set out to hire a budding travel photographer to document...
A short break to Guernsey this half-term is the ideal family escape for the family. The islands will feel like a trip abroad despite travellers never leaving the British Isles and with such a short journey time (either by flight or ferry) it’s the ideal destination for a short break – plus regardless of vaccination status, UK travellers can visit with no testing or isolation requirements...
Winter Efteling takes place 15 November 2021 – 6 February 2022
A new catering location, ‘Bäckerei Krümel’ opens Saturday 4 December
Efteling - the fairytale theme park in the south of Holland - is getting ready for its annual winter celebration, when guests will enjoy a warming and festive atmosphere when visiting the park during the colder months for Winter...
With return to schools now upon us and October half-term just around the corner, we have rounded up our list of properties with availability in the upcoming school holidays. Get ahead of the game and book a spa retreat at The Scarlet for tired teachers looking to recuperate in a child free space or wear out your tiny toddler as you explore the follies at newly opened, The Tawny. Alternatively...
If you're looking for some fun things to do as a family in Lincoln this Octover Half-Term, look no further! Visit Lincoln have put together a list of some of the best family days out.
Dog-Friendly Weekend at Lincoln Castle (23-24 October)
No trip to Lincoln is complete without a visit to the iconic Castle. Dating back to 1068, Lincoln Castle offers its visitors an interactive...
New Offering includes Halloween-themed Baking, Glass-Making and Visits to the Biennale di Architettura
Hilton Molino Stucky Venice, the five-star hotel on Giudecca Island, is delighted to unveil a series of new seasonal activities for guests with families. From visits to the Biennale di Architettura and glass-making workshops to fall-themed Italian baking classes, the whole family can...
ABTA latest research shows almost half of people are hoping to take a winter holiday this year
As the “red list” drops to just seven countries and the Foreign Office relaxes its travel advice for a swathe of popular long-haul destinations, ABTA – The Travel Association is highlighting the best places for British holidaymakers to enjoy a well-deserved winter break.
