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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Collaborative posts, Days Out, Days Out and Attractions/Events, Reviews, Surrey · July 15, 2019

Our First Family Horse Racing Experience | AD

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At the weekend we were invited to have a day at Ascot’s Summer Mile Racing Weekend as part of the Great British Racing Under 18s Race Free campaign. We hadn’t been to the horse racing before so we were excited to take part in a real British tradition and have fun in the sun at the same time.

Our First Family Horse Racing Experience | AD

We arrived at Ascot in the late morning and were shown to our base for the day – a box in the King Edward VII enclosure with amazing views of the course. The whole of Ascot was already awash with people dressed up for the occasion, carrying picnics and buzzing with the excitement of the day. It was lovely to be a part of.

Before the races started we had an opportunity to go and see where the jockeys are weighed before competing and find out why this is so important. We also met jockey Nicola Currie who was happy to chat to us ahead of her two Ascot races. The children were so excited to meet her.

Our First Family Horse Racing Experience | AD
Our First Family Horse Racing Experience | AD

LP and Little Man got their first glimpse of the race horses and were picking out their favourites – usually by which one they thought was the prettiest! LP has always said she’d love to be a unicorn rider when she’s older but I think now that being a horse rider might come a close second!

Our First Family Horse Racing Experience | AD
Our First Family Horse Racing Experience | AD

A big part of our race day was the amount of fun activities there were for children. Great British Racing had put on a lot of activities for the children in our box – with a colouring wall, giant connect four and a buzz wire that made horse noises when you touched it!

Our First Family Horse Racing Experience | AD

Aside from that though there was so much entertainment for the children that everyone visiting Ascot could make use of. The children loved the rides that they could go on as many times as they liked – and the Helter Skelter was really popular too.

Our First Family Horse Racing Experience | AD
Our First Family Horse Racing Experience | AD

There were craft tents, shows, circus skills classes and even a marble run carved out of wood. There was face painting, story telling, giant games and even a gaming bus. It was so exciting for the children and completely free too!

Our First Family Horse Racing Experience | AD
Our First Family Horse Racing Experience | AD

Before one of the races we were taken onto the race course where we got to see the horses being loaded into the starting blocks and then rushing out as soon as the gates opened. We were then able to be at the finish line ready for the end of the race which was an incredible experience. We could see everyone on the other side of the course getting really into the race too. The buzz was contagious.

Our First Family Horse Racing Experience | AD
Our First Family Horse Racing Experience | AD
Our First Family Horse Racing Experience | AD
Our First Family Horse Racing Experience | AD

We watched so many races from up in the box, having a great view of the race course, chatting to the Great British Racing team and enjoying the food and drink on offer too. It was such a lovely day.

Our First Family Horse Racing Experience | AD
Our First Family Horse Racing Experience | AD

We’re now looking forward to going to other race days through the summer at local racecourses. We’ll be taking a picnic, enjoying the rides and soaking up the atmosphere knowing that the whole family will have a great day out.

Our First Family Horse Racing Experience | AD

Have you ever been to the racing? It’s a lovely family day out – even more so because under 18s go free with a paying adult to many fixtures throughout the year. There are 60 racecourses across the country with more than 200 fixtures including 50 special family days that include so many extra activities for families and young people. If you have a free weekend on your calendar this would definitely be worth a visit.

You can find out more about Under 18s Race Free and find a family race day near you here.

Our First Family Horse Racing Experience | AD
Our First Family Horse Racing Experience | AD

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Comments

  1. Maria says

    July 15, 2019 at 10:15 pm

    It looks like you had a wonderful day! We’ve been to a few of the family fun days near us (Epsom, Kempton and Sandown) and there are so many activities for kids, it really does make it a great day out for everyone x

    Reply
    • Donna Wishart says

      July 15, 2019 at 10:36 pm

      We’re off to Epsom at the end of August – I can’t wait! x

      Reply
  2. Talya says

    July 16, 2019 at 1:00 pm

    Love how family friendly this is – what a great day out!

    Reply
  3. Emma Chanagasubbay says

    July 17, 2019 at 9:08 pm

    I would never think to take mine to the races for a day out but this looks so family friendly x

    Reply
  4. Jade Lewendon says

    July 18, 2019 at 1:28 pm

    Sounds and looks like you all had a lovely day, I don’t know how far Newbury racecourse is from you but they do a fabulous free family day every year, it’s only two junctions up from me, but I’m not sure for you!? x

    Reply
    • Donna Wishart says

      July 18, 2019 at 1:56 pm

      It’s not that far from us either – I’ll take a look! x

      Reply

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