If you’re looking for Farms in the North West to visit with Kids then do take a look at this great post by Collette at Going on an Adventure about three of her favourites: The first farm Colette recommends is Smithills Open Farm – Farms in the North West Smithills Open Farm near Bolton is a family … Read more
10 Things to do in Gloucester with Kids! Guest post from Stopping at Two Having lived in Gloucester for over 15 years, I have really grown to love this part of the world. There is always something to help entertain the kids either close to the city centre itself, or slightly further afield. There are my … Read more
I’ve always loved to travel. I think the travel bug started for me when I realised that a trip to Thailand one Summer was cheaper than a trip to Spain and we just went. It was the rainy season and the company I’d chosen wasn’t that good, but I was inspired. The world was a … Read more
For anyone who has dreamt of visiting Japan like I have here is a guest post with some Top Tips for Visiting Japan with a Baby Japan is an absolutely amazing country to visit but if you are travelling with a baby, there are some things you should know. Whilst Japan happens to be rated … Read more
Hands down one of the best places in South East Asia for a family holiday is Bali. A holiday in Bali caters for all sorts of families. Families who love adventure, families who want to laze by the pool, families who love shopping, families that love luxury, families that are on a tight budget and … Read more
As well as working with me and the Mini Travellers team, you can also work with me, through my business Aster & Fern. www.asterfern.com My Linked In profile describes me as Trustee/Lawyer/Blogger/Board Member which may be a eclectic mix, but it does mean that I have a variety of skills and can use these skills to help … Read more
First Thoughts on a Tula Free to Grow Baby Carrier What is it? Tula Free to Grow is an ergonomic buckle type of baby carrier that can be used from 7-45lbs without adding an infant insert like most carriers. It works by having three width and two height settings to allow for your growing baby. My … Read more
A few tips on how to keep your home safe when you’re away with the kids *Guest Post from Banham Going away with the little ones can be an unforgettable experience, but you can never be too careful. Security experts at Banham have pointed out that thieves can tell if you’re away on holiday in … Read more
Nottinghamshire is a great county to visit for family friendly days out. It borders Lincolnshire, South Yorkshire, Derbyshire and Leicestershire making it accessible for many people. Although we live in Lincolnshire we often find ourselves in Nottinghamshire. There is plenty to do in the area and with a lot of great places to stay it’s … Read more
Do you fancy Forth Bridge Walk? A long walk beside a dual-carriageway might not top most people’s lists for a Great Family Day Out but this walk, along the Forth Road Bridge, is pretty special. Both our children, including our 7 year old daughter, a very ‘Whingey Walker’ on the best of days, absolutely loved … Read more
Norfolk is just over 2 hours from London and here are 5 Reasons why you should visit Norfolk with kids. *NB Post created in collaboration with Norfolk Country Cottages. BeWILDerwood! BeWILDerwood is a huge, award winning forest of family fun and outdoor adventure. There are treehouses, zip wires, jungle bridges, Crocklebogs, Twiggles and Boggles, storytelling, … Read more
Find out what we thought of Willows Activity Farm We left home nice and early to arrive at Willows Activity Farm for their opening time, aiming to make the most of our day out. When pulling off the M25 I was slightly scared to see we were one of many cars flowing into the car … Read more
In the middle of a busy half term week we headed to Chessington World of Adventures for their big Halloween extravaganza, and found some very pleasing surprises, as well as scary ones! Halloween at Home We are however conscious that in 2020 you may not wish to travel or may not be permitted to, so … Read more
If you’ve visited Devon and the surrounding areas with your family you have probably seen the leaflets and signs for Crealy; you may have even visited. However, being relatively new to holidaying in Devon and Cornwall with the family (we have tended to head off to the Lake District!) we were delighted to be invited … Read more