Days Out in the UK

27 January 2009

A day at the Beach
We are lucky to have some gorgeous beaches here in the UK. One of our favourites is the beach in Talacre, North Wales. Not only is it close to home, but it has the attraction of miles of sand with little else there. The children can run and play on the sand, so take a ball, buckets and spades and a picnic for a great day out. The beach is quite a walk as it’s surrounded by huge sand dunes and the car park is a bit of a bumpy ride, but you won’t here cries of “Can I have” because there’s nothing to buy!
Another beach we fell in love with, but is sadly to far for us for a day trip, is Black Rock sands. Another fantastic sandy beach that goes on forever. Parking is available on the beach for a small charge. Again take a picnic, balls and spades for a whole day out.
For more beaches look at the Good Beach Guide.

More Free Days Out - Great for wet days and plenty do and see for children and grown ups. Admission is free.
The Science Museum in London
Victoria and Albert Museum in London
Museum of Science and Industry in Manchester
National History Museum
Visit the local library. Not only can you read a book, but some libraries have things going on during the holidays.
Enjoy a maze
It doesn’t have to be hot and sunny to enjoy a maze. There a many around the country. Nearby for example we have maize maze each summer. If we’re in the middle of a down pour it is possibly not the best place to be, but on a dry day with a picnic you’ll keep them entertained for a good few hours as well as tiring them out! Take a look at mazes nearby.
Visit Britain with Great British Heritage. Buy a pass to allow access to over 580 British Heritage sights. For more information visit www.britishheritagepass.com .

If you want a special treat why not try a theme park or a day at the zoo?
Alton Towers - In the heart of England in Staffordshire it is set in 500 acres of scenic grounds with 2 hotels on site. Rides for all ages and and adventure playground new for 2007.
Chessington World of Adventure and zoo - Just 12 miles from London and easily accessed from the M25 and A3 it is a fantastic theme park and zoo with something for all ages.
Thorpe Park - In Chertsey, Surrey and just off the M25.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Sea Life Centres - in Birmingham, Blackpool, Great Yarmouth and Brighton. Spend the day getting up close to sea creatures without getting wet!
Windsor Castle - Still the official residence of the Queen and a working palace. Take a look round and see how royalty really live!
Warwick Castle - Set in the Heart of England, this medieval fortress has many attractions to keep the whole family entertained, such as jousting tournaments and a castle full of medieval characters.

Days Out in London - London is a busy and vibrant city with a whole host of attractions that could keep a family busy for weeks.
London Zoo
Madame Tussauds
Buckingham Palace
London Eye - see all of London in one go. The booths allow you to see panoramic views of the city.
The Dungeons - see the dungeons in all their glory or should that be gory?
London Theatre trips - There’s a show for every tatse. From Grease to Les Miserables. Children will love Joseph, Mary Poppins or Lion King.
See London by bus. ““Big Bus Company Sightseeing Tours”“.