Norwich Castle Family Guide (Honest Review For 2026)
A detailed review of Norwich Castle covering the highlights, ticket prices, what to do and key information to know before you go.
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Is Butlins Good For Older Kids? Honest Parent Butlins Review (2026)
Butlins offers an affordable family getaway with activities for older kids, particularly at Splash Waterworld and the Skypark. However, evening entertainment lacks appeal for teens, and additional costs can accumulate. Overall, it’s a worthwhile visit.
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Our Review of BeWILDerwood Presents Christmas – A Starry Night (Read This Before You Go!)
BeWILDerwood Presents Christmas – A Starry Night is a magical event in Norfolk featuring a light walk, mini pantomime, and a visit from Santa. It’s suitable for all ages, with delightful experiences to cherish.
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Harry Potter Edinburgh Attractions (2025 Guide): 5 Things To Do In Edinburgh With Harry Potter Fans
Are there any kids that don’t go through a phase of being absolutely crazy for Harry Potter? Our youngest is deep in his Harry Potter phase. Books, films, toys, and most of our conversations revolve around the Wizarding World. So when we were in Edinburgh this week, officially the birthplace of Harry Potter, we knew…
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A Fantastic Spooktober Weekend at Butlins Skegness
Last weekend we enjoyed a brilliant ‘Spooktober’ Halloween weekend break at Butlins Skegness, and the boys still haven’t stopped talking about it! With so many of the Covid-19 restrictions lifted, they were able to swim every day (including enjoying all the water slides), ride all the rides at the fair and even enjoy meet and…
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The Food in Butlins Skegness: Eating Off Plan
When you book your Butlins break, you’ll be offered a variety of different dining options before you can check out. The premium dining and the food court dining plans both offer breakfast and dinner in a buffet restaurant: you will be assigned to the same restaurant for the duration of your stay. I can’t comment…
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Take a Look Inside: A Fairground Apartment at Butlins Skegness
Choosing accommodation when you go away can feel like a bit of a minefield, and we’ve all fallen foul of website photographs that look nothing like what you actually find when you arrive! Last weekend we went for a ‘Spooktober’ stay at Butlins Skegness, staying in a two bedroomed Fairground apartment. If you’re thinking about…
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Hotel Review: Best Western Moore Place Hotel, Aspley Guise
The boys had a very busy half term! At the end of a week in Scotland with their Granny and Grandad, they drove down to Aspley Guise (Bedfordshire) for a very special event: Their Grandma was getting married! Both boys were handsome page boys, and the wedding breakfast and party took place at the Best…
