AD - Press Trip | I had such a great weekend at @p AD - Press Trip | I had such a great weekend at @pottersresortsfivelakes with @slwilson84. It was an action packed three nights with a full activity and entertainment programme, great food, lovely drinks and beautiful surroundings. 

The staff go above and beyond to make everyone feel at home and they ensure that everyone has the best time possible. I don’t think I stopped smiling all weekend.

The best thing about Potters holidays is that everything is included in the price you pay. Four meals a day, all your drinks - including wine, Prosecco, most spirits and soft drinks - great accommodation and so many activities. 

I’ll write a full review soon but for now here’s a little Reel of our weekend
I always have a lot of questions about accommodati I always have a lot of questions about accommodation when we stay anywhere as a family so I thought I’d share this little tour of our room at @windjammerlanding which was a pretty perfect place to stay.

It’s the ‘Ocean View Two Bedroom’ which was like a little house, with an upstairs and downstairs, built into the hillside. Both rooms had outdoor space and their own shower rooms. Such a great option for a family.
A little photo dump from our holiday in St Lucia. A little photo dump from our holiday in St Lucia. We’ve been back a few days now but still miss the heat, the food, the pool, the constant sounds of wildlife and the lovely people. It was such a great holiday and I’m sure we’ll be back one day.
And just like that, Athena is 12! What a joy it is And just like that, Athena is 12! What a joy it is watching her grow and what a wonderful young woman she is becoming. We could not be more proud. Love you Pickle, have a great birthday.
We’ve just got back from two glorious weeks in S We’ve just got back from two glorious weeks in St Lucia staying at @windjammerlanding and it was just the holiday we needed. Two weeks of sunshine and relaxation in what must be one of the most beautiful islands in the world. 

We can’t wait to go back again in the future. Here’s just a little snippet of our trip.
AD - Press Tickets | We had such a nice day at @na AD - Press Tickets | We had such a nice day at @national_motor_museum despite the rain! The children loved the Little Beaulieu play area and we loved exploring the National Motor Museum and Top Gear exhibit before having a ride on the monorail! We went on an old open topped bus, explored the Beaulieu Manor House and loved the gardens. 
Beaulieu is always a great day out - whatever the weather. This summer they have a whole ‘Summer of Fun’ planned, with activities most days - parades, bird shows and hundreds of sculptures within the grounds too. If you’re looking for a day out this summer definitely think about heading to Beaulieu.
AD - Press Tickets | Tonight we took the kids to t AD - Press Tickets | Tonight we took the kids to their first concert - but it was so much more than just a concert! @abbavoyage is incredible. With CGI ABBA and a live band, it’s like being at an ABBA concert 40 years ago but with modern lighting, effects and sound. ABBA look and sound real, it’s a mind blowing experience.
The set includes all the songs you know and love as well as a few less familiar ones.
You can’t take photos during the show which actually made a refreshing change. A whole arena focused purely on the show and soaking up the moment. It’s definitely something the four of us will always remember.
Now, I’m off to sing Dancing Queen all the way home.
AD - Press Trip | We had such a great day at @phdo AD - Press Trip | We had such a great day at @phdockyard today. They have a fantastic Ultimate Explorer ticket that lets you visit all the attractions as many times as you like for 12 months - and after a day at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard we can see that you need more than one day to really do everything!

We explored HMS Warrior, HMS Victory and the Mary Rose Exhibition - which is incredible! We also saw where ships are built and restored and spent time in Action Stations where the kids climbed and did an assault course.

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is such a fun, educational day out with something for all ages - we can’t wait to go on their harbour tours next time we visit!
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So why not be in it to win it? To enter, all you have to do is send @nationalhways a DM on here with a photo or video of your favourite holiday moments. You can also comment on their Facebook or Twitter #ARoadsToSummer posts with your holiday photos. I've shared a few of our favourite photos to give you some inspiration.

The best six entries will each win a £500 @nationaltrust holidays voucher! SO what are you waiting for? Dig out your favourite holiday photos or take some new ones to share!

The #ARoadsToSummer competition runs from 24 July to 10 September 2023. Winners will be announced in September 2023.

Good luck!
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Days Out, Days Out and Attractions/Events, Reviews · February 25, 2018

Baddesley Clinton {National Trust}

Whenever we go on a weekend away and have to drive quite far we stop at a National Trust property on the way to stretch our legs and get some fresh air. The latest stop off like this was to Baddesley Clinton, a National Trust house and gardens in Warwickshire.

Baddesley Clinton {National Trust}
Baddesley Clinton {National Trust}

Baddesley Clinton is situated around the main house which dates back to the 1500s. It’s a beautiful house and much of it is open to walk around. The children loved walking from room to room and taking part in the trail that had been set up for them – smelling glass jars of scents from the house’s history.

Baddesley Clinton {National Trust}
Baddesley Clinton {National Trust}
Baddesley Clinton {National Trust}
Baddesley Clinton {National Trust}
Baddesley Clinton {National Trust}

It was raining whilst we were at Baddesley Clinton but it didn’t stop us enjoying the day and the children loved watching the ducks playing in the rain as we walked around the grounds.

Baddesley Clinton {National Trust}

Baddesley Clinton has formal gardens around it as well as a little courtyard but the children’s favourite part was the little filled moat and bridge leading to the house. It gave the house a really grand feel like a miniature castle.

Baddesley Clinton {National Trust}
Baddesley Clinton {National Trust}
Baddesley Clinton {National Trust}

But, the grounds are so much more than the formal gardens, with so much forest and a lake to explore. We only had an hour or two at Baddesley Clinton but I know it’s somewhere you could happily spend all day.

Baddesley Clinton {National Trust}
Baddesley Clinton {National Trust}
Baddesley Clinton {National Trust}
Baddesley Clinton {National Trust}
Baddesley Clinton {National Trust}

Before we left we went and got tea and cake in the restaurant which was a lovely size, well heated building. It had a great selection of food and drinks, as we’ve come to expect on our National Trust days out, and was a great way to finish the day.

Baddesley Clinton {National Trust}

I have no doubt we’ll be visiting Baddesley Clinton in the future as I know we only really scratched the surface with our visit and would love to see more.

Baddesley Clinton {National Trust}

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  1. Plutonium Sox says

    February 26, 2018 at 1:23 pm

    This looks lovely. It’s not far from us either and we’ve never been. I agree with you about the National Trust restaurants as well, they’re always good and the perfect way to end the day or warm up on a chilly day! Do let us know if you head up to explore again, it would be lovely to meet you there so all the children could play and explore together.
    Nat.x

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