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Natalie Ray December 8, 2020 What's on West Midlands

Malvern Winter Glow [Review]

Malvern Winter Glow is a brand new Christmas event for 2020. Visitors can stroll around an illumination trail with a variety of light installations. Located at the enormous Three Counties Show Ground in Malvern, Worcestershire, the event takes place across a vast area making social distancing easy. Malvern Winter Glow runs from 9th December 2020 to 3rd January 2021 and is selling out quickly because they are limiting the numbers to allow social distancing. About Malvern Winter Glow At a time when many Christmas events are being cancelled, Malvern Winter Glow is taking place for the first time ever in…

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Natalie Ray September 4, 2020 What's on West Midlands

Best October half term and Halloween events West Midlands 2020

It seems that even the creepy crawlies, ghouls and ghosts are feeling the effects of Covid-19 in the West Midlands this Autumn. Halloween and half term events are looking a little different this year but there are still lots of family days out in the region. Many events are suitable for children of all ages but there are a few aimed at adults too. As there are so few events announced at this point, I have included some locations that are open for pre-booked visitors where specific half term or Halloween events have not been announced. For more things to…

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Natalie Ray August 19, 2020 What's on West Midlands

Best West Midlands Christmas days out 2020

Christmas days out in the West Midlands sell out fast! This is a comprehensive list of places to see Santa as well as other festive events. I will be updating each location as soon as they release details. Things are set to be a little different in 2020 due to Covid-19 but I will share all the information I can. Please do let me know if I’ve missed any brilliant events off the list, I’d be happy to add them in. Advance booking essential at all attractions unless otherwise stated. If you’re looking for a Christmas event in a particular…

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Natalie Ray July 2, 2020 What's on West Midlands

Things to do in the West Midlands: Summer holidays 2020

The summer holidays bearing down upon us this year are a different beast to any we’ve experienced before. The usual events around the West Midlands are not taking place but nonetheless, it is useful to know where to visit with children and families. All attractions ask that people don’t visit if they are showing any symptoms of Covid 19. I’ve tried to do a roundup of the usual places with an update on whether each one is open. I’ll be updating further as things change. Please do let me know if you have any to add or any alterations I’m not…

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Natalie Ray March 10, 2020 What's on West Midlands

Things to do West Midlands Easter holidays 2020

School Easter holidays are approaching, so it’s time for a list of things to do in the West Midlands. All events are family friendly and I advise checking the relevant website for dates, times and changes to their schedule before visiting. Please let me know your favourite things to do in the West Midlands during the Easter holidays if they’re not on my list! For more things to do in the area from family or dog friendly attractions to ideas for a rainy day, head to my comprehensive days out guide. For ease, you can click on the area you’re interested…

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