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‘Cosy Chicks’ event at Pensthorpe in Norfolk
Half term is the time to break free of the classroom and explore the outdoor world, which is why a visit to Pensthorpe Nature Reserve’s educational ‘Cosy Chicks’ event is the perfect way to discover nature and find out more about the birds and wildlife that live around us.
Fall in love with nature at the Stratford Butterfly Farm
Fall in love with nature at the Stratford Butterfly Farm with an array of beautiful butterflies, insects, giant millipedes and snails this spring half term.
Fall in love with a UK break for less this February
Forget love birds and think early bird this February. Take advantage of the early booking discounts this month at Woodovis Park in Devon and surprise your loved ones with some lovely savings on spring and summer escapes.
The ultimate pampering afternoon in Edinburgh
Two of Edinburgh's most stylish venues have teamed up to offer guests a chance to enjoy an afternoon of delicious dining and pampering with their new and exclusive 'Champagne Pamper' package.
You can still go to the Royal ball
Contrary to the rumours that London is already fully-booked for the Royal Wedding on the 29th April, Park Plaza Hotels & Resorts can confirm that there are still plenty of rooms available.
Afternoon Tea with Jo Malone and Blythswood Square
Explore the distinctive contemporary Jo Malone fragrance collection and enjoy a delicious afternoon tea at Blythswood Square in Glasgow.
Gullivers launch school rugby festival at historic Shropshire hall
Rugby tour specialist, Gullivers Sports Travel has announced that it will be hosting three night rugby tours from 15-18 April at Condover Hall near Shrewsbury for players aged 7-12 years old.
Extra-long weekends in the New Forest
Little Paddock, a collection of individually, Scandinavian-style wooden lodges, hidden away in a leafy corner of the New Forest National Park in Hampshire, is offering ‘four nights for the price of three’ during the month of March, reducing the price to just £97.50 per person (based on two people sharing a lodge) – or less than £25 per person per night.
Luxury hotel gives guests a taste of the Orient
With an extravaganza of authentic cookery, Carden Park was the place to welcome in the new Chinese year of the rabbit.
A tropical climate guaranteed
You will be able to relax and enjoy a tropical climate whatever the British weather brings when you stay at the 5 star Vauxhall Holiday Park in Great Yarmouth.
Affordable family fun at Tower Bridge this half term
There's lots of good old-fashioned fun to be had at Tower Bridge during February half term when the high level Walkways will once again be the setting for a range of traditional Victorian Games. And what’s more, the prices are traditional too with family tickets starting at just £11.
Rooms with a view of the royal wedding
This year’s royal wedding will turn the world’s spotlight on London – but if you want to go to the capital for April 29 you’ll need to book your accommodation now.
Easy holiday planning from BritainsFinest.co.uk
BritainsFinest.co.uk, the online guide to the best places to stay, eat and visit in the UK, has added a new ‘plan and share’ function to the website.
2011 - The year of the house swap
‘House swapping' as an alternative to the traditional holiday is set to rocket this year - according to new research.
A path for all at Crickhowell Walking Festival
Dare you try the Fan Dance walk, led by RAF trainers, which is so tough it’s used as part of the selection process for the SAS?