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Our Start-Rite School Shoes Review – Did They Pass the Test?
A while ago, we shared our unboxing experience of Start-Rite school shoes – those shiny, pristine new shoes full of promise for the final stretch of the school year. Fast forward August, and it’s safe to say they’ve been through a lot....
A Summer Full of Family Adventures at Penshurst Place
(ad) If you’re looking for the perfect family day out this summer – or somewhere to keep coming back to – Penshurst Place has you covered. With its adventure playground, enchanting gardens, interactive Toy Museum (re-opening on 31 July)...
Putting Start-Rite to the Test: Our New School Shoes for the Final Term
(ad) There’s something so satisfying about a brand-new pair of school shoes – that fresh-leather smell, the box being opened for the first time, and the shiny, pristine finish just waiting to take on the world (or at least the...
A wild day out: 14 best animal parks and zoos in Kent & East Sussex
Are you on the hunt for some amazing animal parks and zoos in Kent and East Sussex? Then 'paws' what you are doing! The best animals parks and zoos in Kent and East Sussex - there’s no denying there’s something extra cute about your kids...
Lapland UK review – Elf passport at the ready
Have you been to Lapland UK? If you are reading this Lapland UK review, I'm guessing you are thinking about booking? Or maybe you already have tickets to this much coveted experience. With tickets going on sale today (31st March) I...
Discover the Magic of Dunorlan Park: The Jewel of Royal Tunbridge Wells
We are incredibly fortunate in Tunbridge Wells to have a super selection of stunning parks right on our doorstep, but none quite compare to the charm and grandeur of Dunorlan Park. I hope you'll agree? Discover Dunorlan Park's Story This...
Get Ready for Magic! Disney Jr. Live on Tour Comes to London this March
Get ready for a magical experience this spring as Disney Jr. Live on Tour: Let’s Play! comes to the UK for the very first time! This exciting, interactive live concert is perfect for your little ones, offering six spectacular performances...
Frozen the Musical London – Reviews by us for you
Frozen the Musical London – reviews you can trust Ever since my daughter, Matilda, was born I've been waiting to take her to Frozen the Musical in London. Starring Samantha Barks (who's also been in Les Mis) and Craig Gallivan, the show...
Review: Going on Safari at Port Lympne Wildlife Park
We visited Port Lympne Safari Park and Wild Animal Reserve at the start of the summer holidays and loved spending the day exploring the home of an impressive range of animals! The safari experience is so unique and something we haven’t...
The Gallivant review – our stay at the hotel in Rye
As people from all over the country flock to the medieval town for a break by the sea, we went to one of the best hotels in Rye to see if it lived up to the hype. By Zoe Phillimore The Gallivant is about two miles outside of Rye, right on...
Seven tips for visiting the Imperial War Museum Duxford with kids
Have you heard of the Imperial War Museum in Duxford? Based at a historic airfield, IWM Duxford is part of a family of five museums and historic sites covering war and conflict from the First World War to the present day. Museum sites...
Blackberry Farm Lewes Review – Everything you need to know!
Blackberry Farm Lewes - meet the animals and play all day! Blackberry Farm Lewes is a family run attraction nestled in the East Sussex countryside less than 45 mins drive from Tunbridge Wells. Open all year round, this family attraction...
Discover the Extraordinary World of ThingsFromMars.de
Embark on a journey of marvels at Thingsfrommars.de, where an exceptional array of peculiar and breathtaking products awaits, ready to transport you to realms beyond imagination. With their magical ability to make time disappear, this...
Review: Aladdin Panto at the Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells
We took the kids (who have just turned 3 and 6 years) along to see Aladdin in Panto at the Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells on Saturday. It was my third year taking my son to see the Christmas panto and here’s what we thought… Who...
Review: Build-a-Bear Workshop Stuffing Station
We tested out a Build-a-Bear Stuffing Station which features two different designs (of bear) and everything you need to create and personalise your own teddy bear at home. Here’s what we thought: What is it? Children aged 4 years and over...
Review: The Beacon in Tunbridge Wells
I have driven by The Beacon in Tunbridge Wells many times before but up until a few days ago, I hadn’t quite made it there for a meal. However when I was due a catchup with a lovely friend, we decided to give it a go. Here’s what we...
Review: A family adventure at Diggerland Kent
We took the boys to Diggerland Kent recently - here’s what we thought: So what and where is Diggerland? Located in the Medway Valley Leisure Park near Stroud in Rochester, Diggerland is described as ‘The Ultimate Adventure Theme Park...
Review: Hotel du Vin Tunbridge Wells
Last weekend, we were given the opportunity for an overnight stay with dinner at Hotel du Vin & Bistro in Tunbridge Wells. I was counting down the days for this #staycation after a particularly full-on first week of the school...
Is this Tunbridge Wells’ best hidden gem? The George pub and brewery
The George in Tunbridge Wells – find out what we thought! With several outdoor spaces to choose from, a cocktail bar and its own secret brewery, is The George Tunbridge Wells' best hidden gem? We were invited down to The George to check...
Review: Family day out at Howletts – Kent’s original wildlife park
We took a trip down to Canterbury to visit Howletts wildlife park one sunny Sunday afternoon. It was our first visit to Howletts, though we had been to their sister park, Port Lympne (you can read my review HERE if you like). Owned by...
Review: A three night family break on the Isle of Wight
We visited the Isle of Wight for the first time, spending four days exploring this captivating island and everything that it has to offer. Find out more about where we went, what we thought, where we stayed and whether we would go again!...
Busy Things review – Online games for kids age 3 to 11! What did we think?
Life at the moment is busy as I get my youngest child ready for school. Yes, my third baby is off to school in September. We're busy cramming as much time together that we can while gently trying to nudge her into a bit of learning. I'm...
Wicked Uncle is unicorn gift heaven for kids
Have you heard of Wicked Uncle? We are long term fans of this wonderful website, full of imaginative and original present for children. The Wicked Uncle online toy shop is the place to go for gift inspiration, no matter the kids' age. And...