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!
AD | WIN!! Would you love to win a holiday? To cel AD | WIN!! Would you love to win a holiday? To celebrate #100YearOfARoads National Highways have launched their #ARoadsToSummer competition! It's all about celebrating summer holiday moments, time together, fun in the sun, days out and more.

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!
Oh these two! Every day I feel lucky to have them. Oh these two! Every day I feel lucky to have them. As school draws to a close at lunchtime, I’m looking forward to a whole summer with them. My favourite people.

They’ve both had a great year at school this year. Troy’s first without his sister by his side and Athena’s first at secondary school. 

They both had great reports, always did their best and have made some really lovely new friends this year. I could not be more proud of them.

Now, let’s go and enjoy the next six weeks before school starts all over again!
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Days Out, Days Out and Attractions/Events, Reviews · November 19, 2015

Belton House – National Trust, Lincolnshire Review

When we went to Butlins in half term we needed somewhere to stop off halfway so the children could stretch their legs. We usually look for a National Trust property and decided to make use of our National Trust passes, stopping off at Belton House in Lincolnshire.

Review: Belton House - National Trust

What is Belton House?

Belton House is a really lovely house surrounded by gardens, land and things to do. We didn’t go inside the house but walked around the outside and loved the traditional appeal of it. The gardens were also beautifully laid out with lots of paths to walk down and places to explore.

Review: Belton House - National Trust
Review: Belton House - National Trust

LP and Little Man loved climbing up the steps to the house – and down them again. They had a great time playing hide and seek with lots of bushes to hide behind! The gardens are the perfect place for little adventures and LP and Little Man would have loved to spend all day in the gardens.

Review: Belton House - National Trust
Review: Belton House - National Trust
Review: Belton House - National Trust
Review: Belton House - National Trust
Review: Belton House - National Trust

Is there a lot to look at around Belton House?

There were also plenty of water features dotted around the gardens which added more to look at as well as a big greenhouse as well although we didn’t venture in there either! After a wander around the gardens we made our way back to the outbuildings that housed the shop, tea rooms and indoor play area.

Review: Belton House - National Trust
Review: Belton House - National Trust
Review: Belton House - National Trust

What are the facilities like at Belton House?

One cafe had an indoor adventure playground inside. Unfortunately we didn’t realise that this was by timed ticket and it wasn’t very well managed. We took a ticket and wandered around the shop until our time slot arrived – when we then had to wait for a table and then try and keep an eye on the children whilst ordering our food and drinks.

Review: Belton House - National Trust
Review: Belton House - National Trust

The whole area was pretty chaotic as it was school holidays and as the adventure playground was full of much older children LP and Little Man didn’t play for long. I can imagine it being nice during term time but weekends and holidays son’t make for a pleasant experience although the concept is great. If you have older children – six and over – they would probably love it even at it’s busiest though.

Review: Belton House - National Trust

What is the Belton House adventure playground like?

After lunch we walked back to the car through the adventure playground, an area we nearly skipped due to the bad weather but I’m so glad we took the time to have a quick play. The adventure playground is so, so big and well maintained with climbing, slides, swings and so much more. It would be lovely to go back in the summer just to spend time playing.

Review: Belton House - National Trust
Review: Belton House - National Trust
Review: Belton House - National Trust
Review: Belton House - National Trust

The children had a great time at Belton House and I hope we get to go back at some point – even if it’s just for the adventure playground!

Belton House - National Trust, Lincolnshire

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  1. Jaime Oliver says

    November 19, 2015 at 9:33 am

    We are going here on the 5th to see Santa! 🙂 we can’t wait

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  2. The Reading Residence says

    November 19, 2015 at 10:14 am

    We visited there when we were away last summer and really enjoyed it, especially that playground! x

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