Family road trip itinerary: West Midlands to Scottish Highlands
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Family road trip itinerary: West Midlands to Scottish Highlands

This year, many of us have rediscovered the staycation. British weather is far from reliable but our countryside is beautiful and there’s always loads to do. If you’re thinking about a family road trip from the Midlands, the Highlands of Scotland might not be your first choice. After all, it’s a really long way away….

Girl in red t-shirt and blue baseball cap feeding a goose by hand
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Wetland Heroes app: Family day out at WWT Slimbridge – review

The Wildfowl and Wetland Trust site at Slimbridge in Gloucestershire has long been a favourite day out for local families. This summer, they have launched the Wetland Heroes app to make it even more exciting. Visitors can follow a trail and scan signs for extra information about the creatures they meet. Read interesting facts, take…

Sudeley Castle carp pond reflecting cloudy sky with elephant sculptures behind and castle in the background
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Sudeley Castle Gardens Elephant Trail: Review [AD]

Sudeley Castle Gardens in Winchcombe, Gloucestershire reopened today with some rather special guests. A herd of life-sized elephant sculptures are roaming the grounds. Visitors can follow the one-way, covid-safe trail around the grounds with the help of a map at the entrance signposting where the elephants are. We were advised to take a photo of…

National Express London trip Natural History Museum Wildlife Garden pond
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Where to access nature in London [AD]

Visiting London is always a treat. The buzz, the noise, the hustle and bustle. Everything you need is on tap. Food, drink, entertainment, shopping, accommodation. London has got it all. Sometimes though, it can all feel a little overwhelming. For those of us visiting from a more rural location, access to nature feels like a…