Tropiquaria Family Fun Day Out in Somerset
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by absolutelynothing2
2y ago
We needed to head up to North Somerset. So we thought let’s turn it into a family day out. Tricky in winter though as many attractions shut. But wildlife venues are always a good year round bet. So we headed to Tropiquaria near Watchet. Tropiquaria is a quirky venue for a zoo. It is partly in an Art Deco former BBC radio transmitter station originally built in 1933. This contains the Tropical Hall, Nocturnal House and Aquarium. Outside there are 4 acres, housing more animals and playgrounds. So it is a compact size, good for little ones. And a decent amount of indoor things to see in bad weat ..read more
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Easy Planning For Santa Claus Lapland
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by absolutelynothing2
2y ago
This is my guide to easy planning for Santa Claus Lapland. When to go? Where to go? How to travel? Where to stay? A bit about us… As travel restrictions lift, I’m now thinking about our next family trips. Visiting Santa Claus in his Lapland home is on the list. But when to go? With a 6 year old and a 2 year old it is tricky to time it so that the older one still finds it magical but the younger one gets it too. 2022 will most likely be the year! But we are also on a budget. A quick research suggests that an organised trip with be upwards of 3 or 4 thousand pounds. And that’s before spending m ..read more
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Simple Walk at Knowles Wood
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by absolutelynothing2
3y ago
This loop creates a simple walk at Knowles Wood in the Blackdown Hills in Mid Devon. It is under 3 kilometres so a good lenght for little legs. I’m not actually sure what the wood is called. On the Ordnance Survey map it is called Knowles Wood (OS Explorer Map 128 Taunton and Blackdown Hills). But in the wood there is a Woodland Trust sign for Rhododendron Wood. Whatever it is called, there are certainly rhododendrons. And bluebells in the spring. Where to park There is a small, free car park on Broad Road on the right, just after Forest Glade Holiday Park (if approaching from the Sheldon dir ..read more
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Walk to Stunning Weston Mouth Beach
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by absolutelynothing2
3y ago
Weston Mouth beach is in East Devon, between Sidmouth and Seaton. The walk to Weston Mouth shingle beach is picturesque. But is the walk possible with a 4 year old and a baby? I didn’t find a detailed description of the walk from the car park. So we headed off to try it out… Parking There is a small, free National Trust car park at the head of the footpath. Apparently if this is full you can park at Higher Weston Farm. This is 50 metres east of the National Trust car park, just beyond the new barn conversions. Just make a donation in the charity box. We have never found the car park full tho ..read more
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Best Beaches in East Devon
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by absolutelynothing2
4y ago
As the lockdown period eased, we took advantage of the time to visit our local best beaches in East Devon. We are a family of four, with one four year old and one baby. Each beach has something to appeal to each of us. In general, quiet sandy beaches appeal most to the adults. The baby appears to have a preference for pebbly beaches. Or at least he enjoys trying to eat the pebbles. The four year old seems to like all beaches. She loves running in and out of the sea at sandy beaches. But equally loves searching for interesting pebbles or throwing them in the sea. Although her aim isn’t perfect ..read more
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5 Family-Friendly Beaches in Corfu
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by absolutelynothing2
4y ago
Corfu (Kerkyra) is a beautiful island in the Ionian island group. It is a lush, green island with many wonderful beaches. It has long been a popular holiday destination with many well-known bustling resorts. However, as a family you may be looking for somewhere quieter. I know I am always searching for that elusive sandy cove surrounded by green trees and mountains. Yet not too remote to access with little ones. And ideally with an excellent taverna on hand. These are my five favourite family-friendly beaches in Corfu. Family-Friendly Beaches in Corfu: 1. Messonghi Beach Messonghi beach is on ..read more
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Circular Family Walk at Dunkeswell Airfield
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by absolutelynothing2
4y ago
This circular family walk at Dunkeswell Airfield takes in pretty woods and fields. Although there is a stretch on road to begin with. You can park at the airfield and visit The Aviator for pre or post walk refreshments. The undulating walk is approximately 4 kilometres. Due to a couple of kissing gates, I would recommend a baby carrier rather than buggy. When our babies were little, we loved the Tula Free-to-Grow carrier. Once older, they preferred the view from our LittleLife backpack carrier. It’s a lovely walk on a sunny day as it has shady stretches and a stream for a paddle. Dunkeswell A ..read more
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Family Walk at Wellington Monument
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by absolutelynothing2
4y ago
Restoring the Wellington Monument in the Blackdown Hills, Somerset is an ongoing project. Unfortunately scaffolding currently covers the monument itself. However, its surroundings still make for a pleasant family walk. The National Trust manage the site, so take a look on their website to see what the monument looks like. I am excited that the restoration includes a plan for a viewing platform. Hopefully there will be some great views from there.  Family Walk at Wellington Monument – History The Wellington Monument is the tallest three-sided obelisk in the world. It is just over 53 metre ..read more
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Family Walk at Dumpdon Hill
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by absolutelynothing2
4y ago
Family Walk at Dumpdon Hill – History Dumpdon Hill is in the Blackdown Hills in East Devon. Dumpdon Hill was the site of an Iron Age hill fort. It is thought to date from 750BC to AD43. The top is more than 250 metres high and is one of the highest points in the Otter Valley. The site covers a sizeable 62 acres. The earth ramparts at the top of the hill are up to 2 metres high. However, archaeologists believe that the hill fort was never finished or lived in. The hill fort would have made a striking sight and invaders would have found it imposing. However, these days the site is owned by the N ..read more
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2019 Travel with my Pre-schooler
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by absolutelynothing2
4y ago
It didn’t feel like I did much travel with my pre-schooler in 2019. Certainly not much that I felt warranted a blog post. This is my personal reflection on the travel we did, along with days out in the UK. It actually adds up to quite a lot when I look back on it. Just not much that was worth writing about. Either because I had written about it before. Or because there are already so many blogs on the venue that I didn’t feel the need to add another. January to April We spent January to April in St Anton am Arlberg for the ski season. I have previously mused about how best to spend a ski seas ..read more
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