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This post has been updated – please click here for the 2023 summer holiday guide If you’re looking for things to do rather than specific events, check out this post for 40 things to do in Derbyshire and for more adult focused events, check out my general What’s On Derbyshire event guide. All the KIDS […]
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Please click HERE for a more up-to-date list of the best kids eat free deals. Eating out with kids can be a bit of an adventure at the best of times, so a well-priced children’s menu is always a bonus. Here’s a round up of the best places to eat out with children, the best […]
As an added extra to my popular, Pushchair Friendly Walks blog post, which contains ideas for over twenty lovely places for a wander with a pushchair, I’ve teamed up with Boom Magazine Belper to bring you a free sample of one of their family friendly walks for little legs. The PDF below can be easily […]
Located in the East Midlands, Derbyshire is famous for its beautiful countryside and rich industrial heritage and there are hundreds of things to do with kids. All of these ideas are suitable for families, although all could be enjoyed by couples and people on their own. I’ve organised this list largely by type of activity, […]
Please click HERE for a more up-to-date list of the best kids eat free deals. Lots of us are looking to make savings. And eating out with kids can be a bit of an adventure at the best of times, so a well-priced children’s menu is always a bonus. Here’s a round up of the […]
This is an old post – head here for the 2024 Easter events. Here’s my round up of the best Easter activities in and around Derby and Derbyshire updated for Easter 2023. Keep the kids entertained in the Easter holidays. From egg hunts to craft sessions, there’s hopefully something for everyone here – I’ve tried […]
[AD] I was recently involved in a day of filming in and around Melbourne in South Derbyshire. I grew up nearby and have always had a soft spot for Melbourne. This picturesque market town in the heart of the National Forest has so much going for it, but like many places, has suffered from a […]
Church Farm Anslow, near Burton on Trent is just beyond the Derbyshire border in Staffordshire. It’s a family run, children’s farm where you can feed, pet and stroke various different farmyard animals. There’s some great play equipment. And also a good tearoom which also sells a small selection of gifts and cards. We went today […]
My parents introduced me to this place. We’ve been coming for years and it just gets better and better. Whilst it’s a really interesting independent book shop, I’m always drawn to the café anywhere I go, but this is a particularly good one. It’s definitely worth the drive out! We’ve been known to treat High […]