The best walks for toddlers around Leeds
My little boy is not only about to turn one (sob) but is also getting closer and closer to walking! I want him to get used to walking outdoors as…
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Five things to enjoy at Thornes Park, Wakefield
With some unexpected sunshine we decided to try a new park, and settled on walking around Thornes Park, just outside Wakefield city centre. It's the perfect place to get some…
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Northern National Trusts with a bit of WOW
Did anyone else get National Trust memberships for Christmas? If you’re looking out for how to make the most of them, here are some recommendations of the best the North…
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Home Farm at Temple Newsam, Leeds
On the first day of the half term, perhaps it was asking for trouble letting Jess choose our activity. The choice was Temple Newsam Farm (well, she asked for 'the…
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Visiting Morpeth, Northumberland
Northumberland is truly a spectacular place to visit; beautiful sandy beaches, stunning castles at every turn, and historic towns to explore. And yet with all those visits, I rarely hear…
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Walking Catbells with children
Catbells is often considered a good first mountain for children. I think this implies it's an easy fell to walk. It's really not; but it's a short climb, easy to…
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Wentworth Garden Centre
A day out to a garden centre? I was a little dubious when a friend suggested taking Jess (3) there. But what a great suggestion!! Based adjacent to Wentworth Woodhouse…
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A day enjoying Bolton Abbey
It is difficult to identify a more picture perfect place to enjoy the winter sunshine! There are walks for all abilities here... and on this beautiful sunny day we enjoyed…
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Shaun Glow Trail at Dalby Forest
Since my first visit to Dalby Forest about 10 years ago I've been absolutely enchanted. I love a good excuse for a visit, and the fact we hadn't done the…
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Finding Boggarts at Longshaw (NT)
Another weekend, another National Trust Trail!! Longshaw, in the Peaks is an absolutely fantastic place to head to for gorgeous walking trails and outdoor adventures for children. The Boggarts trail…
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