https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/ UK family days out: soft play, adventure playgrounds, half-term and holiday ideas, family-friendly pubs and cafés from the kid.ooo community. en-GB https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/autumn-leaf-adventures-the-best-parks-and-playgrounds-for-october-2026/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/autumn-leaf-adventures-the-best-parks-and-playgrounds-for-october-2026/ Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Autumn parks and playgrounds for October half-term 2026: 14 UK spots for leaf kicking, conker hunting and play, with ages, prices and café tips. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/off-peak-september-travel-with-pre-schoolers-uk-and-europe/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/off-peak-september-travel-with-pre-schoolers-uk-and-europe/ Thu, 10 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Off-peak September travel with pre-schoolers: quieter UK and European breaks, from Cornwall and Norfolk to the Algarve and Copenhagen, with tips. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/solar-eclipse-12-august-2026-where-to-watch-with-kids-in-the-uk-and-spain/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/solar-eclipse-12-august-2026-where-to-watch-with-kids-in-the-uk-and-spain/ Tue, 11 Aug 2026 08:00:00 +0000 The solar eclipse with kids on 12 August 2026: where to watch the deep partial eclipse in the UK and totality in Spain, plus safety tips and kit. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/uk-theme-parks-2026-legoland-paultons-alton-towers-which-suits-your-kids/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/uk-theme-parks-2026-legoland-paultons-alton-towers-which-suits-your-kids/ Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0000 UK theme parks compared for families: Legoland Windsor, Paultons Park, Alton Towers and more, by age, height, price and tips for the summer holidays. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/father-s-day-2026-adventures-climbing-kayaking-and-zip-lines-with-kids/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/father-s-day-2026-adventures-climbing-kayaking-and-zip-lines-with-kids/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Father's Day adventures for 2026: where to try climbing, kayaking and zip lines with kids in the UK, with ages, difficulty, safety tips and snack stops. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/may-half-term-2026-european-city-breaks-with-kids-under-2-hours-flight/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/may-half-term-2026-european-city-breaks-with-kids-under-2-hours-flight/ Tue, 12 May 2026 08:00:00 +0000 European city breaks with kids for May half-term 2026: six cities under two hours from the UK, with family attractions, stays, food and travel tips. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/spring-wildlife-spotting-puffins-lambs-and-bluebell-woods/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/spring-wildlife-spotting-puffins-lambs-and-bluebell-woods/ Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Wildlife spotting with kids this spring: where to see puffins, baby lambs and bluebell woods in the UK, with best times, distances, kit and snack stops. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/mothering-sunday-2026-family-friendly-sunday-roasts/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/mothering-sunday-2026-family-friendly-sunday-roasts/ Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Family-friendly Sunday roasts for Mothering Sunday 2026: pubs, farm restaurants and chains with kids' menus across the UK, plus booking tips. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/winter-olympics-2026-try-curling-skiing-and-skating-with-kids-in-the-uk/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/winter-olympics-2026-try-curling-skiing-and-skating-with-kids-in-the-uk/ Tue, 10 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Winter sports with kids in the UK during the 2026 Winter Olympics: where to try curling, indoor skiing, ice skating and Scottish ski slopes. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/february-half-term-2026-12-uk-breaks-for-families/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/february-half-term-2026-12-uk-breaks-for-families/ Tue, 13 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0000 February half-term 2026 ideas: 12 UK breaks for families, from York and Edinburgh to Cardiff, the Lakes and Northumberland, with travel and plan Bs. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/christmas-holidays-2025-indoor-fun-when-it-s-cold/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/christmas-holidays-2025-indoor-fun-when-it-s-cold/ Tue, 09 Dec 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Indoor play for the Christmas holidays 2025: soft play, trampoline parks, climbing walls and free museums across the UK for cold, wet winter days. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/winter-light-trails-2025-the-best-festive-illuminations-for-families/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/winter-light-trails-2025-the-best-festive-illuminations-for-families/ Tue, 11 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Winter light trails for families in 2025: festive illuminations at palaces, gardens and forests across the UK, with ages, booking tips and food. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/pumpkin-patches-farm-cafes-2025/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/pumpkin-patches-farm-cafes-2025/ Thu, 09 Oct 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Pumpkin patches and farm cafés for October half-term 2025: 11 UK farms with pick-your-own pumpkins, play areas and kid-friendly food, plus tips. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/bradford-2025-uk-city-of-culture-what-to-do-with-kids/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/bradford-2025-uk-city-of-culture-what-to-do-with-kids/ Tue, 09 Sep 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Bradford with kids during UK City of Culture 2025: City Park fountains, free museums, Saltaire, Haworth and a steam railway, with tips by age. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/women-s-rugby-world-cup-2025-late-summer-breaks-across-england/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/women-s-rugby-world-cup-2025-late-summer-breaks-across-england/ Tue, 12 Aug 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Late summer breaks across England during the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025: family trips to Sunderland, York, Bristol, Brighton, Exeter and more. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/summer-holiday-bucket-list-30-adventures-before-september/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/summer-holiday-bucket-list-30-adventures-before-september/ Thu, 10 Jul 2025 08:00:00 +0000 A summer holiday bucket list for families: 30 outdoor adventures before September, with 10 UK spots, distances, difficulty, kit and snack ideas. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/women-s-euro-2025-football-days-out-and-stadium-tours-for-kids/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/women-s-euro-2025-football-days-out-and-stadium-tours-for-kids/ Tue, 10 Jun 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Women's Euro 2025 is coming: football days out and stadium tours for kids across the UK, from Wembley and Anfield to Cardiff, Glasgow and Manchester. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/picnic-season-the-best-family-picnic-spots-and-deli-stops/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/picnic-season-the-best-family-picnic-spots-and-deli-stops/ Tue, 13 May 2025 08:00:00 +0000 The best family picnic spots for May bank holidays, from London parks to gardens and estates, plus deli stops and farm shops to fill your hamper. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/easter-holidays-2025-by-train-where-kids-travel-cheap/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/easter-holidays-2025-by-train-where-kids-travel-cheap/ Thu, 10 Apr 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Easter holidays by train in 2025: how kids travel cheap with railcards and free under-5 fares, plus six family-friendly destinations, stays and tips. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/best-adventure-playgrounds-in-london-15-free-spots/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/best-adventure-playgrounds-in-london-15-free-spots/ Tue, 11 Mar 2025 08:00:00 +0000 The best adventure playgrounds in London are free: 15 parks and play spaces from Kensington to Hackney and Greenwich, with ages, tips and café stops. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/science-museums-for-kids-free-days-out-in-london-manchester-and-edinburgh/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/science-museums-for-kids-free-days-out-in-london-manchester-and-edinburgh/ Tue, 11 Feb 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Science museums for kids with free entry: the best February half-term days out in London, Manchester and Edinburgh, with ages, tips and lunch stops. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/kids-eat-free-in-2025-family-friendly-restaurant-deals-and-local-gems/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/kids-eat-free-in-2025-family-friendly-restaurant-deals-and-local-gems/ Thu, 09 Jan 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Kids eat free in 2025: how to find family restaurant deals in January, which UK chains have good kids' menus, and how to spot great local gems. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/meet-father-christmas-best-grottos-and-santa-experiences-2024/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/meet-father-christmas-best-grottos-and-santa-experiences-2024/ Tue, 10 Dec 2024 08:00:00 +0000 The best Santa experiences and grottos for Christmas 2024: steam train Santa specials, farm and zoo grottos and Lapland UK, with ages and booking tips. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/christmas-afternoon-tea-for-kids-festive-cafes-2024/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/christmas-afternoon-tea-for-kids-festive-cafes-2024/ Tue, 12 Nov 2024 08:00:00 +0000 Festive cafés and Christmas afternoon tea for kids in 2024: family-friendly tea rooms in London, York, Manchester, Edinburgh and Glasgow, and booking tips. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/october-half-term-2024-autumn-cottages-and-forest-lodges/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/october-half-term-2024-autumn-cottages-and-forest-lodges/ Thu, 10 Oct 2024 08:00:00 +0000 October half-term 2024 breaks: autumn cottages and forest lodges in the New Forest, Forest of Dean, Kielder, Wales and beyond, with tips for families. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/indoor-play-for-autumn-trampoline-parks-climbing-walls-and-soft-play-ranked/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/indoor-play-for-autumn-trampoline-parks-climbing-walls-and-soft-play-ranked/ Tue, 10 Sep 2024 08:00:00 +0000 Indoor play for autumn, ranked by age: trampoline parks, family climbing walls, ninja courses and soft play across the UK, with safety tips and prices. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/pub-gardens-with-play-areas-watching-the-olympics-as-a-family/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/pub-gardens-with-play-areas-watching-the-olympics-as-a-family/ Tue, 13 Aug 2024 08:00:00 +0000 Pub gardens with play areas for family sport-watching: how to choose one, chains and city tips, Paralympics viewing and calm meals with kids. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/motorway-alternatives-kid-friendly-farm-shops-cafes-near-the-m1-m5-and-m6/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/motorway-alternatives-kid-friendly-farm-shops-cafes-near-the-m1-m5-and-m6/ Tue, 09 Jul 2024 08:00:00 +0000 Kid-friendly farm shops and cafés near the M1, M5 and M6: 11 better stops than standard services for summer road trips, with play areas and junction tips. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/summer-holidays-2024-uk-staycation-vs-abroad-with-kids-cost-comparison/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/summer-holidays-2024-uk-staycation-vs-abroad-with-kids-cost-comparison/ Tue, 11 Jun 2024 08:00:00 +0000 UK staycation or abroad this summer? A family cost comparison for summer holidays 2024: travel, stays, food, activities and hidden extras, with tips. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/may-half-term-2024-camping-with-kids-15-family-campsites/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/may-half-term-2024-camping-with-kids-15-family-campsites/ Thu, 09 May 2024 08:00:00 +0000 Camping with kids this May half-term 2024: 15 family campsites across the UK, from Cornwall to the Highlands, with ages, difficulty, kit and snack stops. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/natural-play-areas-woodland-playgrounds-worth-the-drive/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/natural-play-areas-woodland-playgrounds-worth-the-drive/ Tue, 09 Apr 2024 08:00:00 +0000 Woodland playgrounds and natural play areas worth the drive: 14 UK spots with treehouses, rope bridges and den building, plus ages and price levels. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/easter-holidays-2024-best-family-getaways-in-the-uk/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/easter-holidays-2024-best-family-getaways-in-the-uk/ Tue, 12 Mar 2024 08:00:00 +0000 Easter holidays 2024 getaway ideas: seven UK family breaks, from the Isle of Wight and Norfolk to Northumberland, with travel, stays, food and plan Bs. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/pancake-day-2024-the-best-pancake-cafes-for-families/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/pancake-day-2024-the-best-pancake-cafes-for-families/ Tue, 13 Feb 2024 08:00:00 +0000 The best pancake cafés for families on Pancake Day 2024 and beyond: kid-friendly picks in London, Manchester and York, plus tips for a calm meal out. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/winter-walks-with-kids-10-easy-trails-in-the-lake-district-peak-district/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/winter-walks-with-kids-10-easy-trails-in-the-lake-district-peak-district/ Tue, 09 Jan 2024 08:00:00 +0000 Winter walks with kids: 10 easy, short trails in the Lake District and Peak District, with distances, difficulty, kit lists and cosy café stops. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/panto-season-2023-the-best-family-pantomimes-across-the-uk/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/panto-season-2023-the-best-family-pantomimes-across-the-uk/ Tue, 12 Dec 2023 08:00:00 +0000 The best family pantomimes across the UK this Christmas: classic panto theatres, tips by age, relaxed shows, booking advice and where to eat nearby. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/bonfire-night-2023-family-friendly-firework-displays/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/bonfire-night-2023-family-friendly-firework-displays/ Thu, 09 Nov 2023 08:00:00 +0000 How to enjoy family-friendly firework displays with kids: Bonfire Night 2023 tips, ear defenders, big London shows, Diwali lights and calm alternatives. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/october-half-term-2023-halloween-trails-and-pumpkin-picking/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/october-half-term-2023-halloween-trails-and-pumpkin-picking/ Tue, 10 Oct 2023 08:00:00 +0000 October half-term 2023 ideas: pumpkin picking farms and Halloween trails across the UK, with ages, trail difficulty, kit lists and snack stops. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/apple-picking-farm-cafes-september-family-days-out/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/apple-picking-farm-cafes-september-family-days-out/ Tue, 12 Sep 2023 08:00:00 +0000 Pick-your-own farms and family-friendly cafés for September days out: 10 UK farms with apples, play areas and kids' menus, plus tips for calm meals. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/edinburgh-festival-fringe-with-kids-how-to-pick-family-shows/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/edinburgh-festival-fringe-with-kids-how-to-pick-family-shows/ Thu, 10 Aug 2023 08:00:00 +0000 Edinburgh Fringe with kids: how to pick family shows by age, the best venues, free street shows, practical tips and calm alternatives in August. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/cornwall-with-kids-beaches-rock-pools-and-rainy-day-plans/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/cornwall-with-kids-beaches-rock-pools-and-rainy-day-plans/ Tue, 11 Jul 2023 08:00:00 +0000 Cornwall with kids this summer: family beaches, rock pooling tips, the Eden Project, seals and rainy-day plans, plus where to stay and eat. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/splash-pads-lidos-where-kids-can-cool-off-this-summer/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/splash-pads-lidos-where-kids-can-cool-off-this-summer/ Tue, 13 Jun 2023 08:00:00 +0000 Splash pads and lidos for hot summer days: 11 UK spots where kids can cool off, from London fountains to seaside pools in Cornwall and Scotland. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/coronation-weekend-eurovision-in-liverpool-family-events-guide/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/coronation-weekend-eurovision-in-liverpool-family-events-guide/ Tue, 09 May 2023 08:00:00 +0000 Family events in May 2023: after the Coronation weekend, Eurovision comes to Liverpool. Free fan zones, museums and tips for a day out with kids. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/easter-egg-hunts-2023-the-best-trails-at-castles-gardens-and-farms/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/easter-egg-hunts-2023-the-best-trails-at-castles-gardens-and-farms/ Tue, 11 Apr 2023 08:00:00 +0000 Easter egg hunts 2023 for the rest of the Easter holidays: castle, garden and farm trails across the UK, with tips by age, prams, parking and lunch. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/world-book-day-beyond-magical-literary-days-out-for-kids/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/world-book-day-beyond-magical-literary-days-out-for-kids/ Thu, 09 Mar 2023 08:00:00 +0000 Bookish things to do with kids after World Book Day: Roald Dahl, Beatrix Potter, Harry Potter and Gruffalo days out across the UK, by age. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/february-half-term-2023-family-city-breaks-by-train/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/february-half-term-2023-family-city-breaks-by-train/ Thu, 09 Feb 2023 08:00:00 +0000 February half-term 2023 ideas: six family city breaks by train, from York and Edinburgh to Bath and Liverpool, with railcard tips, stays and plan Bs. https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/rainy-day-rescue-20-best-soft-play-centres-in-the-uk/ https://kid.ooo/uk/blog/rainy-day-rescue-20-best-soft-play-centres-in-the-uk/ Tue, 10 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000 The best soft play centres in the UK for wet January days: 20 indoor play picks, from London to Glasgow and Belfast, with ages and price levels.