Family holidays
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Winter in the Cairngorms national park can turn positively Arctic – perfect for Kari Herbert to give her small daughter a taste of the polar conditions, and creatures, she enjoyed as a child in Greenland
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The National Parks Dark Skies Festival (18-26 February) is an ideal opportunity to try stargazing in some of the UK’s wildest areas. But here, we’ve also selected stellar sites that are good throughout the year
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Wizards, kings and castle ruins combine with beach, caves and rock pools to make a magical day out – even in February
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I fear we will be going stir crazy after a few days and it will either be madness or genius
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London offers a dazzling parade of attractions and treats for children – but it can empty your pockets faster than Fagin. Here are our tips for making the most of the city on a budget
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The Eternal City may be stuffed with classical treasures, but it also has plenty to intrigue kids – who will love the ready availability of pizza and ice-cream
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Waterparks, cycle trails and zipwires through the forest are among the attractions springing up across the UK this year. We’ve included affordable places to stay nearby, too
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It’s a favourite destination for adults, but Barcelona has loads to offer kids, whether they’re into football, science, the seaside or amusement parks
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Bored between Christmas and New Year? There’s no need to be with this selection of family-focused events, performances, tours and walks
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How can Kirsty Pope persuade her mud-averse husband to go on a forest activity break in winter? By staying in a luxury Forestry Commission cabin where you can observe the nature from your sofa
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These wild acres are an oasis in busy south-west London – and even kids left cold by the many migrating birds will love the otters and adventure playground
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Fish fans will love this impressive aquarium, overlooking the city’s estuary and home to 3,500 creatures, including a little colony of cute Gentoo penguins
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When splashing out on a ski trip, you need to know there’ll be plenty of white stuff. We recommend the best resorts at Christmas, half-term, Easter and more
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This rather sceptical mum was surprised by just how much fun – and how absorbing – this collection of armoured vehicles was
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If stalactites and stalagmites aren’t enough to excite the children, there’s a witch at this attraction. But it’s not all darkness, there are clowns too. And cheese …
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Touring four towns on three islands, Kevin Rushby enjoys fennel liqueur, sheep’s cheese and seafood, while teenage Maddy prefers a papal cake sugar hit
Take the kids to … Take the kids to … High Sports climbing centre, Brighton