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 · February 20, 2018

A February Half Term Visit to Drayton Manor

At the start of half term we found ourselves close to one of the children’s favourite places – Drayton Manor. So we decided to head there for the day, especially as they were offering half price entry – just £50 for our family of four.

A February Half Term Visit to Drayton Manor

We have never been to Drayton Manor in February before but it was pretty similar to when we went at Christmas in the sense that Thomasland and a few other family rides were open but not the whole park. This is perfect for our children and it meant that the park wasn’t very busy either so ride times were short and we got to do so much through the course of the day.

A February Half Term Visit to Drayton Manor
A February Half Term Visit to Drayton Manor

The children loved Thomasland, going on so many rides and working through them from one end to the other. They started off on Captain’s Sea Adventure, followed by Flynn the Fire Truck and Jeremy Jet’s Flying Academy. We know the rides so well now from having been so often that it’s like a home from home.

A February Half Term Visit to Drayton Manor

The children went on Sodor’s Classic Cars with Dave, as well as the Rocking Bulstrode, James and the Red Balloon and Blue Mountain. We did realise this time that so many of the rides are one adult only so I let Dave go on with the children whilst I took photos but it would be nicer if whole families could go on together.

A February Half Term Visit to Drayton Manor
A February Half Term Visit to Drayton Manor

But, we loved the Troublesome Trucks Runaway Rollercoaster that we went on first as the queue usually gets quite big later in the day and Winston’s Whistle Stop Tour is always our last ride before going in the big shop and then heading to other parts of the park.

A February Half Term Visit to Drayton Manor

There were quite a few rides that were out of service whilst we were there – Cranky’s Tower Drop, Harold’s Helicopter Tour and Accelerator as well as Spencer’s Outdoor Adventure Play being closed but it didn’t effect our enjoyment of the day.

A February Half Term Visit to Drayton Manor

We went in the huge Thomas shop – a tradition of any trip to Drayton Manor – and then got on the Percy train for a ride across to the zoo part of the park. The children didn’t actually want to go in the zoo so instead we had tea and cake before going on the Dino Trail – seeing huge dinosaur models and learning more about the amazing creatures of years gone by.

A February Half Term Visit to Drayton Manor
A February Half Term Visit to Drayton Manor
A February Half Term Visit to Drayton Manor

We had such a great day at Drayton Manor and I really do feel it’s a day out that can be enjoyed by the whole family at any time of the year. We’ve now been at the peak of the summer, in October, February and at Christmas and every time we just have such a great day out. It’s a couple of hours drive from us but definitely worth it. We’re already planning our next trip for the summer!

A February Half Term Visit to Drayton Manor

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  1. Newcastle Family Life says

    February 21, 2018 at 2:19 pm

    I think I need to take my little boy here as he is Thomas crazy. It looks like you all had such fun, it was amazing value for a family of four too, I would never think to look out for offers out of season x

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