If you are looking for places to go this summer we have an amazing selection of events and locations at home and abroad.

GLASTONBURY ABBEY EXTRAVAGANZA 2010 -5 AUGUST 2010

Another year – another incredible Glastonbury Abbey Extravaganza
It would be difficult to top the success of the 2009 Glastonbury Abbey Music Extravaganza. The sell-out Status Quo concert and the return of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra provided two memorable evenings in the ancient parkland Abbey grounds.

But Michael Eavis has pulled off another masterstroke – 2010 has Madness at the Abbey!
The legendary British ska pioneers, Madness, with frontman Suggs, will have the Abbey jumping on Saturday 7th August. Originally from Camden Town, they formed in 1976 and were one of the most prominent bands of the late-1970s 2 tone/ska revival. Madness racked up over twenty consecutive Top 20 hits in the UK charts with numbers like ‘Our House’ and ‘Baggy Trousers’.
Opening the show on Saturday 7th will be 70’s legend Steve Harley and Cockney Rebel most famous for the iconic chart topper ‘Make Me Smile (Come Up And See Me)’ - one of the most played records in British broadcasting.
On Sunday 8th August, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra create a breathtaking family concert with a performance of popular classics full of popular pieces, culminating with a chance to wave flags to “Land of Hope and Glory”. Innovative violinist Nicola Benedetti returns for her third appearance at the Extravaganza, six years after her stunning victory as BBC Young Musician of the Years. We welcome back guest soloists tenor Andrew Rees and soprano Jo Appleby.

The Sunday concert will open with string quartet Raven – the resident quartet for the BBC 2 series, Maestro. Raven have performed and recorded with artists such as Gorillaz, Jools Holland, Leona Lewis and Gwen Stefani.

It goes without saying that fireworks and water fountain will add to what is always an exceptional production.

August 7th and 8th will be a weekend to pack your picnic and party!

To buy tickets or find out more about the event contact the Glastonbury Festival Office, 28 Northload St, Glastonbury, BA6 9JJ Tel. 01458 834596 (Mon–Fri) www.glastonburyextravaganza.co.uk/

STOP PRESS: Saturday - sold out, Sunday tickets still available - CALL 01458 834596

(please note Sunday tickets also available on the gate with a £5 surcharge)

Tickets cost £30 for adults (Adv), £15 for children aged 6 – 16 (Under 6’s free)

Buy any combination of 10 adult tickets, get an additional ticket FREE!

Glastonbury Abbey Image courtesy of Jason Bryant

NATIONAL TRUST - A ROOM WITH A VIEW
The National Trust has launched giant open-air living rooms at 12 National Trust sites - http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/grasssofa

The sofas and coffee tables took just over a month to grow and are now open to the public. They can be found all over the UK and offer some of the country's most spectacular views - a great reason to get the whole family out and about.

The open-air living rooms offer families the chance to experience the best views in Britain - from the majestic Osterley Park and House in Middlesex, the crashing waves below Wembury Point in Devon to the breathtaking scenery at Plas Newydd Country House and Gardens in Anglesey - from the familiar comfort of a sofa.

The living rooms - which took just over a month to grow - are made entirely out of natural materials and will last forever. They are a family-friendly compromise to entice sofa-loving Brits outdoors, following research that revealed the average family spends up to 43 hours a week sat on their sofa - even during the summer months.

Tony Berry, Visitor Experience Director of the National Trust, comments:
"Octavia Hill, founder of the National Trust, wanted to create 'open-air sitting rooms' for everyone to enjoy - so it seemed natural to bring this idea to life by creating real 'living' rooms for families to enjoy. The perfect way to stretch your legs and put your feet up!"

Open-air living rooms will be located at National Trust gardens, coastlines and scenic walks across the country from the 23rd July onwards. To find your nearest, visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/outdoorlivingroom.

The open-air living rooms are located at the following National Trust sites:
Plas Newydd Country House and Gardens, Anglesey . Little Moreton Hall, Cheshire . Osterley Park and House, Middlesex . Gibside, Gateshead . Sudbury Hall, Derbyshire . Packwood House, Warwickshire . Wimpole Hall, Hertfordshire . Uppark House and Garden, West Sussex . Kingston Lacy, Dorset (and Bournemouth town centre on the 24th and 25th July) . Lanhydrock, Cornwall . Rowallane Garden, County Down . Wembury Point, Devon

ENGLISH HERITAGE FAMILY FRIENDLY CASTLES FOR CHILDREN

BEESTON CASTLE AND WOODLAND PARK, CHESHIRE

This 'Castle of the Rock' is famous for its spectacular views, which take in no less than eight counties on a clear day but kids will especially enjoy exploring the woodland trails around the castle to try to find the lost treasure of Richard II. Summer events include:

GLADIATORS & WARRIORS
Sat 21 & Sun 22 Aug, 11am - 5pm
See the hand to hand fighting of the Gladiators and cheer on your favourite as they engage in bloody bouts of Gladiatorial combat. Plus, just for the children there will be a chance to take part in drill training with a Centurion - will you be good enough?
Price: Adults £6/ Concessions £5.50/ Children £3.50
English Heritage Members: Free

GRUESOME TUDORS
Sat 7 & Sun 8 Aug, 11am - 5pm
Tudor England could be a gruesome place. Discover the head chopping antics of King Henry VIII with light hearted performances of "Top of the Chops!" Plus, meet the Executioner and the Barber Surgeon and a variety of other gory characters and hear their terrible tales.
Price: Adults £6/ Concessions £5.50/ Children £3.50
English Heritage Members: Free

DOVER CASTLE, KENT
Spectacularly situated above the White Cliffs on the Kent coastline this magnificent castle boasts a fascinating history including the Great Tower, authentically re-created to show how it may have appeared in Henry II’s day; the Secret Wartime Tunnels situated deep beneath the cliffs, the atmospheric Medieval Tunnels, as well as one of Europe's best-preserved Roman lighthouses. Summer events include:

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…SECRETS & SPIES
Sat 28 - Mon 30 Aug (Bank Holiday), 9.30am - 6pm
Calling all super sleuths, secret agents, and investigators! Sharpen your detective skills with our hands-on spy training. Have fun with weird wigs and mad moustaches and see if anyone recognises you with your new identity!
Price: Adults £13.90/ Concessions £11.80/ Children £7/ Family £34.80
English Heritage Members: Free
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

SCARBOROUGH CASTLE, NORTH YORKSHIRE
With its 2,500 year history, stunning location and panoramic views over the dramatic Yorkshire coastline, Scarborough has seen more than its fair share of conflict and sieges. It started life as an Iron Age Fort, was occupied by the Romans, became a Viking settlement, reached its heyday under Henry II, was fought over in the English Civil War and came under bombardment during the First World War. Summer events include:

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…MEDIEVAL KNIGHT & PRINCESS
Sat 24 Jul - Mon 30 Aug (Bank Holiday), 11am - 5pm
Join the Time Travellers for a journey back through the ages to medieval England. Transform yourself into a noble lord in squire training and enjoy storytelling, arts and crafts and dressing up sessions throughout the day with our very own activity leader
Price: Adults £4.70/ Concessions £4.00/ Children £3.40/ Family £11.80
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

FIGHTING KNIGHTS
Sat 7 & Sun 8 Aug, 11am-5pm
Prepare for battle as a pair of fully armoured medieval knights embark on hand to hand combat. Accompanied by the Squire and a Lady of the Court see how knight's dressed for battle and prepared for war by the Keep of the magnificent ruin of Scarborough Castle. Plus, there's hands-on fun for junior knights and princesses with the Time Travellers.
Price: Adults £4.70/ Concessions £4/ Children £3.40/ Family £11.80
English Heritage Members: Free

FIGHTING KNIGHTS
Sat 14 & Sun 15 Aug, 11am - 5pm
Prepare for battle as a pair of fully armoured medieval Knights embark on hand to hand combat. Accompanied by the Squire and a Lady of the Court see how Knight's dressed for battle and prepared for war by the Keep of the magnificent ruin of Scarborough Castle. Plus, there's hands-on fun for junior knights and Princesses with the Time Travellers.
Price: Adults £4.70/ Concessions £4/ Children £3.40/ Family £11.80
English Heritage Members: Free

FIGHTING KNIGHTS
Sat 28 - Mon 30 Aug (Bank Holiday), 11am - 5pm
Prepare for battle as a pair of fully armoured medieval Knights embark on hand to hand combat. Accompanied by the Squire and a Lady of the Court see how Knight's dressed for battle and prepared for war by the Keep of the magnificent ruin of Scarborough Castle. Plus, there's hands-on fun for junior Knights and Princesses with the Time Travellers
Price: Adults £4.70/ Concessions £4/ Children £3.40/ Family £11.80

FIGHTING KNIGHTS
Sat 21 & Sun 22 Aug, 11am - 5pm
Prepare for battle as a pair of fully armoured medieval Knights embark on hand to hand combat. Accompanied by the Squire and a Lady of the Court see how Knight's dressed for battle and prepared for war by the Keep of the magnificent ruin of Scarborough Castle. Plus, there's hands-on fun for junior Knights and Princesses with the Time Travellers.
Price: Adults £4.70/ Concessions £4/ Children £3.40/ Family £11.80
English Heritage Members: Free

TINTAGEL CASTLE, CORNWALL
With a history stretching as far back as the Romans, Tintagel Castle is one of the most iconic visitor attractions and boasts a wonderful location, set high on the rugged North Cornwall coast, offering dramatic views, fascinating ruins as well as a beach cafe for the perfect day trip. Tintagel Castle is steeped in legend and mystery; said to be the birthplace of King Arthur, with Merlin's Cave nearby and also features in the tale of Tristan and Isolde.

KING ARTHUR’S TALES
Every Wed in Aug, 11.30am - 4pm (Performances at 11.30am, 1.30pm and 3.15pm.)
Back by popular demand, in the legendary castle of Tintagel, meet King Arthur and Merlin as they spin tales of magic, mystery, adventure and the days of the round table. Hear tall tales of adventurous exploits and ferocious battles as King Arthur and his trusted Merlin recall old friends and foes of Medieval England. Recited by the fantastic Rattlebox theatre, with a flair for recreating the mystique of days gone by, King Arthur's tales is guaranteed to enthral.
Price: Adults £5.20/ Concessions £4.40/ Children £2.60/ Family £13.00
English Heritage Members: Free

FAMOUS FIVE GO TO TINTAGEL
Tue 10 Aug, Readings at 1.30pm, 2.15pm and 3pmSecret signals, mysterious happenings and lashings of ginger beer! Our new Famous Five storytelling event has all the trappings of a classic Enid Blyton adventure. Talented Cornish Bard Mike O’Connor will help visitors relive the exploits of Julian, Dick, Anne, George, and Timmy the dog in “Five Go to Sea” as they solve a mystery which involves flashing lights, suspicious goings-on and an amazing performing horse! If you enjoy humour and adventure rolled into one, make sure you don’t miss this special one-off event.
Price: Adults £5.20/ Concessions £4.40/ Children £2.60/ Family £13.00
English Heritage Members: Free

BOLSOVER CASTLE, DERBYSHIRE
There’s a fairytale quality to Bolsover Castle that makes it a firm favourite with anyone looking for a great value day out in the East Midlands. Highlights include the sumptuously painted walls and ceilings of the Little Castle, intricately carved fireplaces, the magnificent indoor Riding School and extensive grounds to explore with lots of green space for a family picnic. Summer events include:

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…MEDIEVAL
Mon 2 - Fri 6 Aug, 10am - 4pm
Join the Time Travellers for a journey back through the ages to medieval times. Take part in a mini-siege on a model castle to hone your battle skills or try your hand at a table-top joust as Bolsover Castle goes medieval for a week of mayhem!
Price: Adults £7.40/ Concessions £6.30/ Children £3.70/ Family £18.50
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…ROGUES & VILLAINS
Mon 9- Fri 13 Aug, 10am - 4pm
Could you be a fearsome highwayman? Your training starts here! Take part in a thrilling musket drill, listen to the myths and legends surrounding our favourite rogues, plan your ambush and join in a mini battle to defeat the rebellious Jacobite army! Then be ready to stand and deliver your answers to the clues to find the hidden highwayman treasure stash!
Price: Adults £7.40/ Concessions £6.30/ Children £3.70/ Family £18.50
English Heritage Members: Free
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…KNIGHT ACADEMY
Mon 16 - Fri 20 Aug, 10am - 4pm
Budding knights needed! Fearless, daring, brave - does that sound like you? Then join us and learn about the art of medieval warfare. Try on some armour for size and enjoy swash-buckling sword play!
Price: Adults £7.40/ Concessions £6.30/ Children £3.70/ Family £18.50
English Heritage Members: Free
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…CRIME & PUNISHMENT
Mon 23 - Fri 27 Aug, 10am - 4pm
Find out about the most gruesome types of punishments from days gone by; experience for yourself what it would have been like to spend a night in the stocks or behind bars! (Parents don't forget your camera's for this moment!) Not for the faint-hearted, learn more about blood-curdling medieval justice!
Price: Adults £7.40/ Concessions £6.30/ Children £3.70/ Family £18.50
(English Heritage Members: Free
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

CLASH OF THE KNIGHTS
Sun 29 & Mon 30 Aug, 10am – 5pm
Come and see medieval knights fighting for their honour in the castle grounds with awesome combat displays! Learn all about the weapons of the time and enjoy traditional cookery demonstrations and calligraphy workshops. Plus, for the kids there is a chance to take part in a special drill.
Price: Adults £8.50/ Concessions £7.30/ Children £4.30/ Family £21.30
English Heritage Members: Free

KENILWORTH CASTLE & ELIZABETHAN GARDEN, WARWICKSHIRE
A brilliant day out for the whole family, Kenilworth Castle in Warwickshire is set in vast grounds perfect for exploring. The ruins are best known as the home of Robert Dudley, the great love of Queen Elizabeth I who created an ornate palace here to impress his beloved Queen in 1575. The newly re-created Elizabethan Garden, lost for 400 years, is a paradise for garden lovers, and is now open to visitors once more. Summer events include:

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…GRUESOME
Mon 2 - Fri 6 Aug, 11am - 5pm
Learn about the more unpleasant side of history, with hands-on activities and stories for children.
Price: Adults £7.60/ Concessions £6.50/ Children £3.80/ Family £19
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

THE SECRET GARDEN
Tue 3 & Wed 4 Aug, Gates open at 6.30pm, performance starts at 7pm
Bring chairs, picnics, wine and friends and enjoy an enchanting evening of outdoor theatre, as Frances Hodgson Burnett's poignant tale of a proud and headstrong girl discovering some of life's lessons as a consequence of stumbling upon her Uncle's secret garden, is brought to life by Heartbreak Theatre. Suitable for 6yrs upwards
Pre-booking recommended – Tel. 01926 852 078 / www.english-heritage.org.uk/buytickets
Price: Adults £14/ Concessions £12/ Children £10

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…KNIGHT ACADEMY
Mon 9 - Fri 13 Aug, 11am - 5pm
Budding knights needed! Fearless, daring, brave, does that sound like you? Then join us to learn about the art of medieval warfare. What better way to learn the skills required of a medieval warrior than to get 'armoured up' for battle and have sword fighting lessons. Study hard... your skills will be needed to defend the realm in our mock battle!
Price: Adults £7.60/ Concessions £6.50/ Children £3.80/ Family £19
English Heritage Members: Free
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…CAVALIERS & ROUNDHEADS
Mon 16 - Fri 20 Aug, 11am - 5pm
Pikes at the ready! Learn what it takes to be a soldier of the English Civil War and take part in our training camp with weapon drills and hands-on historical activities.
Price: Adults £7.60/ Concessions £6.50/ Children £3.80/ Family £19
English Heritage Members: Free
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

KENILWORTH THROUGH THE AGES
Sun 29 & Mon 30 Aug (Bank Holiday), 11am - 5pm
Join us as we take a step back into Kenilworth's turbulent past, from the Normans who built the castle to the Tudors who lived here. Explore the living history camps and allow our arena displays to tell stories of the castle's history.
Pre-booking recommended – Tel. 0870 333 1181 / www.english-heritage.org.uk/buytickets
Price: Adults £9.60/ Concessions £8.50/ Children £5.80/ Family £25
English Heritage Members: Adults £9.60/ Concessions £8.50/ Children £5.80/ Family £25

FRAMLINGHAM CASTLE, SUFFOLK
Framlingham Castle is a magnificent 12th century fortress with a long and colourful past. It once was the refuge of Mary Tudor before she became Queen in 1553 and visitors can now explore over 800 years of life at Framlingham Castle in the ‘From Powerhouse to Poorhouse’ exhibition; embark on a self-guided journey of discovery with themed trails and a lively audio tour; as well as explore the Mere and the wall-walk with its spectacular views over the surrounding landscape. Summer events include:

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…KNIGHT ACADEMY
Mon 2 - Fri 6 Aug, 10am - 5pm
Budding knights needed! Fearless, daring, brave - does that sound like you? Then join our trio of bold and noble knights to learn about the art of medieval warfare! See amazing demonstrations, test out medieval armour and take part in sword fighting lessons. Study hard... your skills will be needed to defend the realm in our mock battle!
Price: Adults £6/ Concessions £5.30/ Children £3/ Family £15
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

TIME TRAVELLERS GO… MEDIEVAL
Mon 9 - Fri 13 Aug, 10am - 5pm
Join the Time Travellers for a journey back through the ages to medieval times. Design and paint your own shield to take home, take part in a mini battle and learn about what life was like during the medieval period.
Price: Adults £6/ Concessions £5.30/ Children £3/ Family £15
English Heritage Members: Free
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…ROGUES & VILLAINS
Mon 16 - Fri 20 Aug, 10am - 5pm
Could you be a fearsome highwayman? Yes! Then your training starts here. Take part in a thrilling musket drill, listen to the myths and legends surrounding our favourite rogues and even have a go at planning your own ambush. Then be ready to stand and deliver your answers to the clues to find the hidden highwayman treasure stash!
Price: Adults £6/ Concessions £5.30/ Children £3/ Family £15
English Heritage Members: Free
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…DISCOVERIES & INVENTIONS
Mon 23 - Fri 27 Aug, 10am - 5pm
Join the Time Travellers for a journey back through the ages to discover some of the world's most interesting inventions. Learn about the history of time using model clocks, be entertained as performers take a humorous look at medicine and make your own siege weapon to take home.
Price: Adults £6/ Concessions £5.30/ Children £3/ Family £15
English Heritage Members: Free
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

MEDIEVAL MAYHEM!
Sun 29 & Mon 30 Aug (Bank Holiday), 10am - 5pm
Come and join the medieval folk at Framlingham Castle this Bank Holiday as they recreate medieval life in all its glory. See living history demonstrations, watch thrilling arena shows of 15th century fighting techniques and listen to medieval music whilst you are entertained by traditional dance
Price: Adults £8/ Concessions £6.80/ Children £4/ Family £20

HALLOWEEN FAMILY FUN TRAIL
Sat 23 to Sun 31 Oct, 10am - 4pm
Take part in a ghostly trail around the castle to find all the spooky secrets. Fun for all the family!
Prices: Adults £6/ Concessions £5.30/ Children £3/ Family Ticket £15
English Heritage Members: Free

CHRISTMAS AT THE CASTLE
Sat 20 and Sun 21 Nov, 10am - 4pm
Come and enjoy some festive fun at the castle this November. Browse the stalls for Christmas gifts, listen to carols and take part in our family fun trail.
Prices: Adults £6/ Concessions £5.30/ Children £3/ Family Ticket £15
English Heritage Members: Free

PENDENNIS CASTLE, CORNWALL
One of the finest of the mighty fortresses built by Henry VIII to defend the country against invasion, the castle has seen action in many conflicts and was one of the last royalist strongholds to fall during the English Civil War. You can witness a Tudor gun deck in action here; see how the Guardhouse was equipped during the First World War; and experience the sights and sounds of battle and relive an enemy attack on a Second World War observation post thanks to an exciting interactive display. Summer events include:

GRAND MEDIEVAL JOUST
Wed 4 & Thu 5 Aug, 11am - 5pm
Enjoy the thrills and spills of medieval jousting and cheer on your favourite knight as our competitors break lances in real mounted combat. The knights' teams compete in mounted skill at arms, and further entertainment is provided by our own jester, wand
Pre-booking recommended – Tel. 0870 333 1181 / www.english-heritage.org.uk/buytickets
Price: Adults £8.80/ Concessions £7.10/ Children £5/ Family £22.60
English Heritage Members: Adults £2.50/ Concessions £2/ Children £1.50/ Family £6.50

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…SEAFARING
Mon 9 - Fri 13 Aug, 11am - 5pm
To tie in with Falmouth Week, the annual sailing event, the Time Travellers are setting sail on a nautical adventure! Have a whale of a time taking part in hands-on activities, fun and games including learning about nautical charts, how to make your name in signal flags and sea safety. There's also a chance to go wild in our dressing up box, take part in a relay race and a tug of war!
Price: Adults £6/ Concessions £5.10/ Children £3/ Family £15
English Heritage Members: Free
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

ROMEO & JULIET
Wed 11 & Thu 12 Aug, Gates open at 7pm, performance starts at 8pm
Bring chairs, picnics, wine and friends and enjoy an enchanting evening as Miracle Theatre takes on Shakespeare's timeless play for the first time. A story of young love - innocent, intense, intoxicating, and deadly - the play is adapted with relish, passion and a sense of humour. A cash bar selling alcoholic beverages and soft drinks will be provided by the castle tearoom.
Pre-booking essential – Tel. 01872 262 466/ www.english-heritage.org.uk/buytickets
Price: Adults £10/ Concessions £8/ Children £8
English Heritage Members: Adults £10/ Concessions £8/ Children £8

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…KNIGHT ACADEMY
Mon 16 - Fri 20 Aug, 11am - 5pm
Budding knights needed! Fearless, daring, brave, does that sound like you? Yes! Then join us to learn about the art of medieval warfare! What better way to learn the skills required of a medieval warrior than to get 'armoured up' for battle and have sword-fighting lessons. Study hard... your skills will be needed to defend the realm in our mock battle!
Price: Adults £6/ Concessions £5.10/ Children £3/ Family £15
English Heritage Members: Free
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

TIME TRAVELLERS GO… ROGUES & VILLIANS
Mon 23 - Fri 27 Aug, 11am - 5pm
Stand and Deliver! Learn how to be a highwayman and listen to stories of villains from days gone by.
Price: Adults £6/ Concessions £5.10/ Children £3/ Family £15
(English Heritage Members: Free
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

A GRAND VICTORIAN FAYRE
Sun 29 & Mon 30 Aug (Bank Holiday), 11am - 5pm
Experience 19th century entertainment at its finest! Marvel at the breathtaking gymkhana skills, enjoy the silliness of the Victorian side show as we challenge you to count all the fleas in the Victorian flea circus, meet the 'Soldiers of the Queen' and don't forget to curtsy for her majesty as she passes by.
Pre-booking recommended - Tel. 0870 333 1183/ www.english-heritage.org.uk/buytickets
Price: Adults £8.80/ Concessions £7.10/ Children £5/ Family £22.60
English Heritage Members: Adults £2.50/ Concessions £2/ Children £1.50/ Family £6.50

MUSIC AT THE CASTLE
Pendennis Castle, Cornwall
Sun 5 Sep, 1pm - 3pm
Join us for an afternoon of open air music at the castle, as we launch a series of musical entertainment running throughought September. This weekend features the Black Rock Jazz Band. Bring your own seating and picnic or why not order a picnic from our tearoom? Picnic hampers can be ordered by phoning our castle tearoom on 01326 316594.
Prices: Adults £6.00/ Concessions £5.10/ Children £3.00/Family Ticket £15.00
English Heritage Members: Free

CARISBROOKE CASTLE, ISLE OF WIGHT
Carisbrooke Castle is best known as the place where King Charles I was imprisoned. For a castle that has lived through more than 800 years of service, including resisting a siege by the French and seeing off the Spanish Armada, it's also wonderfully well preserved. Children will love meeting the castle's famous donkeys, while for the grown-ups, the new Edwardian style Princess Beatrice Garden is a joy to explore. Summer events include:

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…ROGUES & VILLAINS
Tue 3 & Wed 4 Aug, 10am - 5pm
Ever fancied yourself a hero a vile villain? Have you got what it takes? Now you can learn from the greats! Meet Robin Hood and the Sheriff of Nottingham and try your hand at archery; hold court with King Arthur and try jousting and even meet Dick Turpin!
Price: Adults £7/ Concessions £6/ Children £3.50/ Family £17.50
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…NORMANS & SAXONS
Tue 10 & Wed 11 Aug, 10am - 5pm
Step inside a world of Saxons and Normans, Witness soldiers preparing armour, see tradesmen carrying out woodwork and learn about traditional cooking methods.
Price: Adults £7/ Concessions £6/ Children £3.50/ Family £17.50
English Heritage Members: Free
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…DISCOVERIES & INVENTIONS
Tue 17 & Wed 18 Aug, 10am - 5pm
Step into a world of wonder and excitement as you marvel at the travelling Victorian Curios Museum and be amazed by Leonardo's flying machines!
Price: Adults £7/ Concessions £6/ Children £3.50/ Family £17.50
English Heritage Members: Free
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…MEDIEVAL
Tue 24 & Wed 25 Aug, 10am - 5pm
Immerse yourself in all things medieval at Carisbrooke Castle! Try on medieval armour and watch fascinating medieval cooking displays. But make sure you avoid the Executioner's axe!
Price: Adults £7/ Concessions £6/ Children £3.50/ Family £17.50
English Heritage Members: Free
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…ARCHAEOLOGY
Sat 28 - Mon 30 Aug (Bank Holiday), 10am - 5pm
Become Indiana Jones for the day! Take part in Rescue that Relic, the ancient tomb obstacle course, dig up artefacts for yourself and try your hand at the Archaeology Quest.
Price: Adults £7/ Concessions £6/ Children £3.50/ Family £17.50
English Heritage Members: Free
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

GHOST WALK
Mon 25 to Sun 31 Oct, 10am - 4pm
Wander the spooky battlements of this imposing fortress - once the prison of Charles I. Follow an expert guide and hear all about the ghostly goings on that have been witnessed over the years!
Prices: Adults £7/ Concessions £6/ Children £3.50/ Family Ticket £17.50
English Heritage Members: Free

AUDLEY END HOUSE & GARDENS, ESSEX
Audley End House is a magnificent house, built to entertain royalty, and includes a Victorian Service Wing complete with kitchen, laundries and a dairy. Families can explore the beautiful grounds, which include an impressive formal garden and the working Organic Kitchen Garden. Plus, children can let loose in the brand new themed play area next to the new Cart Yard Café and a new stables experience includes an exhibition where visitors can find out about the workers who lived on the estate in the 1880s, try dressing up clothes and meet the resident horses, Captain, Smoke, Bonny and Duke.

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…WORLD WAR TWO
Wed 4 - Sun 8 Aug, 10am - 5pm
Step back into the 1940's and discover what life was like during World War II. Learn about aircraft identification, secret codes and signalling systems; take part in an obstacle course and get top tips on how to be the ultimate soldier.
Price: Adults £11.90/ Concessions £10.10/ Children £6/ Family £29.80
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…CAVALIERS & ROUNDHEADS
Wed 11 - Sun 15 Aug, 10am - 5pm
Join our Time Travellers as we take a step back in time to the English Civil War. Take part in a pike drill and obstacle course as you train to join Cromwell's Army!
Price: Adults £11.90/ Concessions £10.10/ Children £6/ Family £29.80
English Heritage Members: Free
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…SEAFARING
Wed 18 - Sun 22 Aug, 10am - 5pm
Discover what life would have been like on the open seas during the 1800s. Sail your own ship in a mock sea battle, try your hand at knot tying and make your very own navigation device to take home.
Price: Adults £11.90/ Concessions £10.10/ Children £6/ Family £29.80
English Heritage Members: Free
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

TIME TRAVELLERS GO…HORSING AROUND
Wed 25 - Sat 28 Aug, 10am - 5pm
Take part in our exciting new Time Traveller event this August as we go mad over horses! Compete in a hobby horse gymkhana and cavalry drill, design your own horse brass and learn about the importance of horses through history.
Price: Adults £11.90/ Concessions £10.10/ Children £6/ Family £29.80
English Heritage Members: Free
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

WWII: THE HOME FRONT
Sun 29 & Mon 30 Aug (Bank Holiday), 10am - 5pm
Step back in time this Bank Holiday weekend and immerse yourself in 1940's life as we commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Home Guard. Witness impressive firepower displays, training exercises and authentic living history encampments.
Price: Adults £14/ Concessions £11.90/ Children £7/ Family £35
English Heritage Members: Free

OSBORNE HOUSE & GARDENS, ISLE OF WIGHT
Built by Queen Victoria as a family holiday home, this stunning Italianate palace offers a glimpse into the private life of the royal family. Take a peek into the royal nursery, see the bedroom in which Queen Victoria died and marvel at the exotic Indian-inspired Durbar Room. Children will love the Swiss Chalet, where the princes and princesses learnt the skills of household management, while for grown ups there’s the Victorian Walled Garden, now restored to its former glory. With its glorious setting and wonderful views over the Solent, Osborne House fully deserves its place as one of the foremost visitor attractions in the Isle of Wight.

MEET THE HEAD GARDENER: HISTORICAL
Thu 5 Aug, 5.30pm - 8pm
A great day out for those with green fingers! Visit the magnificent gardens at Osborne House and take a stroll through the walled garden, pleasure grounds and Italianate terraces focussing on their history and restoration carried out over the last 15 years
Pre-booking recommended – Tel. 0870 333 1181 / www.english-heritage.org.uk/buytickets
Price: Adults £25/ Concessions £25/ Children £25
English Heritage Members: Adults £25/ Concessions £25/ Children £25

12) WHITBY ABBEY, YORKSHIRE

Set on a headland high over the popular seaside town, Whitby Abbey is one of the most atmospheric visitor attractions on the Yorkshire coast – it's easy to see how Bram Stoker was inspired by its gothic splendour when writing Dracula. Visitors can discover the long history of the Abbey and the daily life of the monks who once lived here in the unique interactive visitor centre with its dramatic digital reconstructions.

TIME TRAVELLERS GO… PIRATE ACADEMY
Sat 24 Jul - Fri 27 Aug, 11am - 5pm
Pirates, privateers, buccaneers and smugglers join the Time Travellers in the big top at Whitby for some nautical summer fun. Dress up as a pirate and handle a real cutlass, listen to stories, take part in sword practice and enjoy arts and crafts too.
Price: Adults £5.80/ Concessions £4.90/ Children £3.90/ Family £14.50
(*+£1 for every child over five participating in this event, members and non members)

THE PIRATE WEEKEND
Sat 28 - Mon 30 Aug (Bank Holiday), 11am - 5pm
Join us for packed weekend of pirates, smugglers, privateers and sea dogs. Watch a musical adaptation of the great classic 'Treasure Island', which tells the story of young Jim Hawkins as he set sail on the Hispaniola in search of buried treasure. See duelling pirates, armed with cutlasses and swords demonstrate their fighting skills. Hear about pirate trials and punishment and cover your ears as the noise of cannon and gunpowder is unleashed in demonstrations of pirate firepower. Plus, there are hands-on historical activities for junior pirates with the Time Travellers
Price: Adults £5.80/ Concessions £4.90/ Children £3.90/ Family £14.50
English Heritage Members: Free

For further information (including accessibility) please visit: www.english-heritage.org.uk
or call 0870 333 1181

FAMILY FUN DAY AT ZSL LONDON ZOO
For a wild day out, take your brood to the Giraffe Family Fun Day at ZSL London Zoo on Sunday, 22 August. Coming towards the end of the school holidays, the first ever Fun Day, from global restaurant group Giraffe, is a fantastic day out for your entire flock and best of all it’s completely free!

There’s so much to keep the little ones occupied and plenty to ensure mum and dad get some relaxing me time too. As well as complimentary entry to ZSL London Zoo, lucky families are invited to wGiraffe’s private enclosure complete with barbecue, drinks and plenty of entertainment for kids of all ages.

Start the day by exploring ZSL London Zoo’s world-class collection of 750 species, including its family of giraffes, whilst exploring exciting exhibits such as Gorilla Kingdom, Meet The Monkeys and the fantastic new children’s zoo, Animal Adventure, where your little darlings can immerse themselves in sights, sounds, smells and experiences of life in the animal kingdom.
There’s plenty to do in Giraffe’s exclusive Fun Day enclosure, located on the Prince Albert Lawn. Children will be kept amused with a magician, juggler and bouncy castle whilst an expert face painter will be on hand to transform little ones into their favourite creature. There will also be the chance to meet Giddy, Giraffe’s larger than-life lovable mascot. Mum and dad can relax on the lawn with a glass of something chilled whilst soaking up some of Giraffe’s signature global sounds. A complimentary barbecue is included, complete with delicious burgers and hot dogs, accompanied with fresh salads and chunky potato wedges.

You could win a whole host of fabulous prizes in the Fun Day raffle, from a kid’s party at Giraffe to an exclusive night tour and sleepover at ZSL London Zoo.

All proceeds from ticket sales will go to ZSL London Zoo. ZSL is a registered charity and the Giraffe Family Fun Day marks the start of an on-going partnership with ZSL London Zoo. Giraffe are now donating 50p from every sale of their delicious Falafel Deluxe Burger to ZSL London Zoo’s conservation projects in Britain and 80 countries around the world. From working to save the British house sparrow to
helping increase the population of the Amur leopard (it is estimated only 30 are left in the wild), the money raised will go to making the planet a better place.

To be in the chance to win free tickets to the Giraffe Family Fun Day at ZSL London Zoo, simply register your details at http://www.giraffe.net/zsllondonzoo by 1 August. Tickets cover two adults and up to four children up to the age of 10. If you have been successful in your ticket application you will be notified by 11 August.

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GET IN THE MOOD FOR ‘DANCING SHOES’ WITH THE FITZWILLIAM HOTEL BELFAST
The award-winning Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast has teamed up with the neighbouring Grand Opera House to offer people an exclusive ‘Dancing Shoes – The George Best story’ city break from 2 to 14 August.

‘Dancing Shoes – The George Best story’, kicks off at the Grand Opera House on 28 July and tells of the turbulent and colourful life of one of the greatest footballers the world has ever seen.

Combining the talents of two of Northern Ireland’s most popular playwrights with the superb songwriting talents of Glasgow’s JJ Gilmour and Belfast’s Pat Gribben, Dancing Shoes is packed with great characters, beautiful songs and trademark Belfast humour.

‘Dancing Shoes – The George Best story’ city break

Treat yourself to an overnight stay in the chic and stylish Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast, including a three-course evening meal and full Fitzwilliam breakfast served in the contemporary surroundings of the award-winning restaurant Menu by Kevin Thornton.

Prices for a one night stay plus ‘Dancing Shoes – The George Best story’ show start from only £90 per person sharing, with dinner on one evening.Prices for a two-night stay plus show start from only £145 per person sharing, with dinner on one evening.

Prices for a one-night stay, including bed and breakfast plus show only start from only £72.50 per person sharing.

The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast is one of just six UK hotels to be included in the 2010 Condé Nast Traveller ‘Hot List’ of 66 hotels worldwide. The stylish, modern and luxurious ‘design hotel’ is the first of its kind in Northern Ireland and is ideally situated close to all of Belfast’s main attractions, including the Grand Opera House.

The hotel’s restaurant Menu by Kevin Thornton, which is overseen by the Michelin-starred chef, was also recently named the ‘Best Hotel Restaurant in Antrim’ in the Restaurant Association of Ireland’s Irish Restaurant Awards 2010.

For further information on the Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast please visit www.fitzwilliamhotelbelfast.com/ or call 028 90 442 080

SAIL AWAY IN STYLE WITH A LUXURY CRUISE WHEN YOU VISIT IRELAND’S WINEPORT LODGE THIS SUMMER
All aboard at Wineport Lodge this summer with the Sail Away package where you can relax and unwind with a luxury Champagne cruise along the Inner Lakes of Lough Ree, along with a one-night stay in a deluxe suite including breakfast and dinner in the renowned restaurant for £200 per person sharing. Set on the edge of Ireland’s tranquil inland waterways, with 29 sumptuous rooms, the food and wine-themed hotel is famed as the home of leading Irish celebrity chef TV show The Restaurant and you’ll find plenty to enjoy in the surrounding area, with the city of Galway and Athlone town nearby. For the perfect nightcap after a day of sightseeing, head to Sean’s Bar - listed in the Guinness Book of Records as Europe’s oldest pub. Back at the hotel, you can relax with a selection of exclusive spa treatments from Yonka or Lu’lur or take a dip in the rooftop hot tub for the ultimate indulgence.

For bookings call +353 90 643 9010 or visit www.wineport.ie

SILVER CROSS DAYS OUT
Win a family membership to National Trust and English Heritageby creating the ultimate guide to giving children a fun day out Silver Cross, the leading British pram and nursery goods manufacturer, has just launched a new website www.silvercrossdaysout.co.uk and is inviting all families with young children to visit it, comment on their experiences of days out and read other reviews.

The aim is to enable people to discover the very best venues, near to them, for a fun family day out. To help get the ball rolling, anyone posting a review will be entered into a prize draw to win five family memberships to both National Trust and English Heritage.
Silver Cross decided to build the Days Out website after several of their customers said that they were frustrated that recommendations on many existing websites were commercially motivated and often did not allow for reviews.
‘www.silvercrossdaysout.co.uk has been set up with reviews of 500 venues to get the site started,’ explains Alan Halsall, the Chairman of Silver Cross. ‘Silver Cross will not allow any advertising or sponsorship on the site as it has been built for the good of the community. It is up to everyone to take advantage of the reviews and also pass on their own experiences, good and bad, so others can benefit. In today’s difficult economic climate, Silver Cross wanted to help parents find new ideas for great ‘Days Out’ with the children – many of which are free. Please do get involved – the more everyone contributes, the better and more useful the site will become.’

www.silvercrossdaysout.co.uk 01756 702 412

Celebrate Drayton Manor Theme Park’s 60th Anniversary with special summer giveaway

Drayton Manor Theme Park is celebrating its 60th Anniversary in style and is offering visitors not only total entertainment this summer, but also the chance to win prizes galore!

All people visiting the park during the six week summer holidays (28th July – 4th September) will be able to enter a daily competition to win one of a selection of prizes. These include annual passes to the park, Mega Blocks Thomas & Friends™ toys, K’Nex roller coaster sets, and Thomas the Tank Engine DVD’s. A winner will be chosen each day and will be selected at random from a specially created tombola.

Visitors can also enter an additional competition to be in with a chance to win the one, ultimate prize, which consists of all the fantastic prizes mentioned above, along with the exclusive opportunity to be the first to stay in the brand new Drayton Manor park Hotel, which is scheduled to open summer 2011. The one lucky winner will be selected at the end of the summer holidays and notified by post.

As an extra bonus, everyone that enters the competitions will also receive a special voucher, enabling one kid to go free when accompanied by two full paying adults visiting the park during September or October 2010*.

Also during the summer holidays, will be special live shows performed in Thomas Land four times a day, featuring popular Thomas & Friends™ character, the Fat Controller. There will be live and varied entertainment in the main theme park too as part of the Summer Shockwave.

From 26th July to 8th August, visitors will be entertained by a variety of dancing performers, ranging from Smash Broz Hip-Hop Collective, to The Bhangra Heads and DNA, who both featured in Sky1’s hit show, Got to Dance. Following this is ‘Wild West Week’ from 9th – 15th August, where saloon girls will perform, and visitors have the opportunity to learn how to line dance.

BMX champion, Keelan Phillips will put on a show of tricks and displays between 16th and 20th August, which is guaranteed to wow. To culminate the event, acrobatic group, The Kenyan Boys, will entertain and enthral guests with their rhythmic routines from 21st August – 4th September.

Whether you’re a thrill seeker, young or young at heart, or an animal lover, Drayton Manor Theme Park has something for everyone. It’s home to some of the UK’s scariest rides such as Apocalypse, Maelstrom, and Shockwave, Europe’s first and only Thomas Land™ attraction, a sensational 4D cinema showing Happy Feet, and a fantastic 15-acre zoo.

Colin Bryan, managing director, Drayton Manor Theme Park comments: “This year is our 60th anniversary, which is an amazing milestone that we’re extremely proud to have reached. We couldn’t let this go by without celebrating, and offering daily giveaways as a thank you to visitors who have made the past sixty years possible.”

Tickets can be purchased online at www.draytonmanor.co.uk or by calling 0844 472 1960. Reduced prices are available for tickets bought in advance.

Drayton Manor Theme Park is on Twitter www.twitter.com/Draytonmanor and Facebook www.facebook.com/Draytonmanor for regular updates and news.

*The park will be closed on 20th, 21st, 27th, 28th September and 4th, 5th, 11th and 12th October.

KIDS WEEK EXTENDS TO THIRD WEEK DUE TO PHENOMENAL DEMAND
Children now go FREE to the best shows in town from 13 August – 3 September 2010
BOOKING FOR WEEK 3 OPENS WEDS 28 JULY at 12noon

Due to unprecedented demand, the much-loved annual summer initiative, Kids Week in the West End, when children can go FREE to the best shows in town, has been extended to run for a whole three weeks for the first time ever!

With Kids Week 2010 enjoying record breaking sales of more than 40,000 tickets since booking opened on 13 July, many of London’s theatre producers have kindly offered more tickets for the final week of the summer holidays, so that families can now enjoy Kids Week from 13 August – 3 September.

Now in its 13th successful year, Kids Week, established by the Society of London Theatre, offers an action packed schedule of theatrical fun with an exhilarating range of free workshops, activities and events in addition to free tickets.

The ticket deal is simple - one child (aged between 5 and 16) will be able to go absolutely free to any participating show when accompanied by a full paying adult, and up to two more children can go half price.

Hundreds of children have been snapping up the chance to book for a variety of free activities and workshops designed to engage and inspire the next generation of theatre lovers and linked in with a variety of Kids Week shows including Burn the Floor, Hair, Blood Brothers and The 39 Steps. Children can peek backstage, learn to dance, sing with the cast and tread the boards, or enjoy exclusive post-show Q&As with the stars they have just seen on stage!

Tamzin Outhwaite, who is currently playing Sweet Charity at the Theatre Royal Haymarket, said:
“I know how you can fall in love with the excitement of theatre at an early age, I know because I did. Kids Week is the perfect summer treat and gives children an amazing opportunity to experience theatre up close, and is now three whole weeks dedicated to celebrating the best on offer – for absolutely nothing.”

Emma De Souza, Development Manager at the Society of London Theatre and the brains behind Kids Week, who last year won the Visit London People’s Choice London Hero Award, said: “We are thrilled that Kids Week is giving more children than ever before the chance to experience the magic of live theatre. As an extra bonus we are organising a special Family Fun day for 5-10 year olds at the Unicorn Theatre on 2 September. We will be announcing details shortly at www.kidsweek.co.uk.”

Tickets for Kids Week shows and activities taking place from 13 – 27 August are currently on sale via the Kids Week Ticketmaster hotline 0844 248 5151 (24 hrs) and online at www.kidsweek.co.uk. Booking for the third week extension (28 Aug – 3 Sept) opens at 12pm on Wednesday 28 July, via the same hotline and website.

FESTIVAL ESCAPE & CITY ESCAPE
One Spa at The Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh
2 – 31 August 2010, except weekends and subject to availability
Prices Festival Escape £105 per person (Treatment time: 55mins)
City Escape £70 per person
Bookings:Tel: 0131 221 777, email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or go to www.onespa.com

Edinburgh’s award-winning One Spa is offering two summer saving spa packages in August for those wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of the Fringe Festival or simply enjoy a relaxing, tranquil experience in the heart of the city.

Festival Escape
For a complete wind down, mid or post Festival, book the Festival Escape, available Monday to Friday, and save £45 with a choice of either an Intensive Facial or an Essential Body Massage, plus a series of exceptional heat and water experiences, including the rooftop Hydropool and unique Thermal Suite.

The Festival Escape also includesuse of the 19-metre infinity swimming pool, aromatic Cleopatra Baths, relaxation areas and state-of-the-art gym.

City Escape
Available Monday to Friday, City Escape offers the ultimate in relaxation in the Thermal Suite’s Rock and Bio saunas, Tepidarium, Laconium, Hammam and Aroma Grotto.

Complete the City Escape experience in the bubbling outdoor Hydropool, high up on the rooftop, use of the 19-metre infinity swimming pool, aromatic Cleopatra Baths, relaxation areas and state-of-the-art gym.

The City Escape includes all the luxurious facilities at One Spa followed by a complimentary light lunch in the Spa café – worth £15!
For more information on One Spa please visit www.onespa.com/

Terms & Conditions

Festival Escape

1. Festival Escape is not valid on weekends and is subject to availability.
2. Pre-booking is recommended.
3. Festival Escape is only available from 2 – 31 August 2010.
4. All Festival Escape sessions must be taken on the same day.
5. Festival Escape is not valid in conjunction with any other promotions

City Escape

1. City Escapeis subject to availability. Advance reservations are recommended.
2. City Escape is valid from 2 - 31 August 2010.
3. City Escape is not valid on Saturdays or Sundays.
4. Lunch is chosen from our Spa Cuisine Lunch Box menu and is served from 12-2.30pm
5. Lunch can be booked before or after City Escape
6. This promotion is not valid in conjunction with any other promotion.

QUINTESSENTIALLY TRAVEL FAMILY HOLIDAY GUIDE

ABAMA GOLF & SPA RESORT, TENERIFE | SAVE £1780 per family.

Complimentary Night - - Complimentary Spa Treatments - Complimentary Kids’
Club and Kids’ Meals
Stay 7 nights, pay for 6 from £3250 per family of four in two interconnecting Ocean View Rooms. Includes breakfast, complimentary daily spa experience per adult per day, 50% discount on second room for children, complimentary kids’ menu when dining with parents at La Pampa and Verona, complimentary access to the Abama Kids’ Club, private transfers and return economy flights from London Gatwick to Tenerife South with Monarch. Free night valid until 30 Jul & 01 - 29 Sep 10. Spa offer valid until 31 Aug 10.

ALMYRA, CYPRUS | SAVE £1690 per family.

20% Discount on Adults’ Room - 50% Discount on Children’s Room - Complimentary Half Board for Children
Stay 7 nights from £4200 per family of four in two Superior Sea View Rooms with half board. Includes 20% discount on adults’ room, 50% discount on children’s room, complimentary half board for children, private transfers and return economy flights from London Gatwick to Paphos with British Airways. Valid until 31 Oct 10.

THE ANDAMAN, LANGKAWI, MALAYSIA | SAVE £920 per family.

Complimentary Nights - 50% Discount on Second Children’s Room
Stay 7 nights from £4520 for a family of four. Includes 2 complimentary nights for parents’ and 50% discount on second children’s room, breakfast, return economy flights from London Heathrow with Malaysia Airlines and private transfers.
Complimentary night and second room at half price offers valid until 31 Oct 10.

FOUR SEASONS RESORT MAURITIUS AT ANAHITA | SAVE £3120 per family.

Complimentary Second Garden Pool Villa for Children
Stay 7 nights from £5860 for a family of four. Includes breakfast, a complimentary second Garden Pool Villa for two children, return economy flights with Air Mauritius from London Heathrow and private transfers. Valid untl 30 Sep 10.

BEAU RIVAGE, MAURITIUS | SAVE £2160 per family.

Complimentary Nights - Complimentary Junior Suite for Children
Stay 9 nights, pay for 7 from £5260 for a family of four. Includes half board, a complimentary second Junior Suite for two children, return economy flights with Air Mauritius from London Heathrow and private transfers. Valid until 31 Oct 10.

TREASURE BEACH, BARBADOS | SAVE £755 per family.
50% Discount on Second Room for Children
Stay 7 nights from £4980 for a family of four. Includes breakfast, 50% discount on second room for children, return economy flights with British Airways from London Gatwick and private transfers. Valid 01 Jul - 31 Oct 10.

HALF MOON, JAMAICA | SAVE £3120 per family.

Complimentary Nights - Complimentary Room Upgrade - Complimentary Golf for Two People
Stay 14 nights, pay for 7 from £4330 for a family of four. Includes a complimentary Junior Suite upgrade, return economy flights with British Airways from London Gatwick, private transfers and five rounds of golf for two people. Valid 16 Aug - 31
Oct 10.

DISNEY’S GRAND FLORIDIAN RESORT & SPA, FLORIDA | SAVE £1080 per family.

Complimentary Disney Dining Plan
Stay 7 nights from £5280 for a family of four sharing a Garden View Room. Includes 5 day Theme Park tickets, complimentary Disney Dining Plan and return economy flights from London Gatwick. Valid 05 Jul - 18 Nov 10. Book by 02 Aug 10.
Excludes transfers.

MARTINHAL BEACH RESORT & HOTEL – PORTUGAL
Martinhal Beach Resort & Hotel is the Algarve’s and this year’s most exciting new family destination resort. The ultimate self-contained getaway for the family, the hotel offers a number of options to cater to every need.With four swimming pools, a tennis academy, a state of the art Kid’s Club - and of course - an endless number of outdoor activities and water sports, your children will be entertained for hours on end.
So while the children play, why not bask in the sun at Martinhal’s secluded beach, have a pampering spa treatment, or enjoy fine wines and gourmet Portuguese food! Alternatively, for a family night in, simply order a meal and movie from the hotel’s home delivery service.

BORGO EGNAZIA - ITALY
Newly opened in August 2009, Borgo Egnazia is one of the Med’s most exciting new luxury resorts, with its authentic Puglian village style and a stunning amalgam of traditional aesthetics and contemporary comforts. The main hotel features 63 guest rooms and suites, a variety of restaurants and bars, two outdoor and one indoor swimming pool and a Raison d’Etre spa. The “Our Space Kid’s Club” is for children aged 8 months to 13 years and it also features a unique Italian cooking school. The private beach club is only a short walk or golf buggy ride away and has a seaside restaurant and non-motorised watersports.

ELOUNDA GULF VILLAS – CRETE
On the mythical Greek island of Crete, this luxury resort overlooks the awe-inspiring Gulf of Mirabello. Privately owned and family run, the staff take great pride in ensuring a customized holiday experience for every guest. At Elounda, the spacious, secluded villas and suites have been individually designed with an emphasis on funky accents and flamboyant colours in stunning contrast to the sun-bleached white walls of the villas. Each villa has its own private infinity pool with outstanding Mediterranean views, where guests can float aimlessly - or take a more functional approach - with diving lessons. For all bookings for the period 1st May to 31st October 2010 - regardless of duration of stay in any villa or suite - receive 20% reduction on accommodation rates

CHOUPANA HILLS - MADEIRA
Madiera is an interesting island and perfect to explore by car. Choupana Hills is newly renovated, it offers an interesting alternative to the traditional Madeiran style and has become one of the best kept secrets on the island. This spa hotel is both family and singles-friendly, families can stay here comfortable, in the Resort’s family bungalow which offers plenty of room for all.

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