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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Baby & Toddler Products, Reviews · June 14, 2016

Silver Cross Zest Review

Disclosure: We were sent the featured products for the purpose of this post however all opinions are my own.

This post contains affiliate links and I may receive commission if you visit a link and buy something. Purchasing via an affiliate link doesn’t cost you any extra, and I only recommend products and services I trust.

Although Little Man is now three he can’t manage the walk to school and back. We use a pushchair for this as well as on long days out – especially our regular trips to Legoland. We’ve been looking for a lightweight stroller for the last few months to save space in our car boot and to be easier to store at home.

Silver Cross Zest

When Silver Cross offered to send us their Silver Cross Zest stroller to review it couldn’t have come at a better time. It’s billed as a light pushchair from birth onwards and so isn’t the travel system kind – one that car seats can attach to.

Silver Cross Zest

What is the Silver Cross Zest pushchair like?

The Silver Cross Zest is a lightweight umbrella fold stroller. It weighs just 5.8kg. For such a light stroller it is surprisingly sturdy, not at all flimsy and durable enough to stand up to daily life with a three year old.

Silver Cross Zest
Silver Cross Zest

Little Man chose the Aqua fabric for his new wheels. The Zest comes in three other colour options to suit any family. The hood is fully extendable to completely cover the top half of a sleeping child. It reclines completely to a lie flat position, great for baby sleep and suitable from newborn.

Silver Cross Zest

What are the features like on this lightweight pushchair?

When the hood is extended it has a mesh panel in it so you can easily see your child. It’s great to be able to protect them from the sun or cover them when they’re sleeping. With this you are still be able to keep an eye on them without disturbing them.

Silver Cross Zest
Silver Cross Zest

Although Little Man is three the seat is really roomy. The high backrest means he is comfortable and fully supported. There’s a footrest and a padded leg rest that can be either up or down for optimum comfort.

Silver Cross Zest
Silver Cross Zest

The brakes are easy to operate with a foot lever and they work well. This is obviously something you don’t think about but we have had pushchairs in the past with really bad brakes on them.

Silver Cross Zest

The Silver Cross pram has a five point harness that’s fully adjustable and easy to fasten and undo. It also has a deceptively spacious shopping basket. This was bigger than I have experienced on any other umbrella fold stroller.

Silver Cross Zest

It’s perfect for storing a changing bag or a couple of bags of shopping. It easily fits LP’s school bags and drinks cups in it – or everything we need for a day out.

Silver Cross Zest

This Silver Cross stroller comes complete with a Silver Cross Zest raincover. The rain cover is easy to put on, has a compact fold for easy storage and fits really well too.

Silver Cross Zest

The stroller doesn’t have an official Silver Cross Zest footmuff but you can get universal footmuffs or, do what we do in the winter months, and take a blanket out with us as well as wearing a coat!

What were our overall thoughts of the Zest pushchair?

I’ve found the Silver Cross Zest really nice to push and goes up and down kerbs easily. The padded handles are a good height and even Dave, who’s nearly 6ft can push the Zest without any trouble.

Silver Cross Zest

The Silver Cross Zest is a perfect buggy for everyday use, weekends away or holidays. It has a carry strap to carry it easily when folded. Plus it’s really compact when folded. It has a one hand fold and has all the features a family would need from birth upwards.

Silver Cross Zest

Our toddler loves his new stroller and happily climbs in and out of it by himself. This product would be a great investment to move onto after a bulky travel system and once a baby can sit up unaided. Strollers are a great light weight choice and this is a really great option.

The Silver Cross Zest has an RRP of £130.00

Silver Cross Zest

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Comments

  1. A Cornish Mum says

    June 14, 2016 at 9:32 am

    Oh I miss the push chair days! So handy for carrying everything around, not to mention Jo moaning that their legs hurt 😉 Love the look of this one

    Stevie x

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  2. Laura - dear bear and beany says

    June 15, 2016 at 5:43 am

    We have just moved Holly across to a light weight stroller, but I can’t get on with it and I’m sending it back. I will have to take a look at this one, sounds good X

    Reply
  3. Janine Dolan says

    July 27, 2016 at 9:56 am

    You can’t go wrong with a good push chair. We have a Maclaren and it’s my favourite push chair. It will go on our holidays next week as my 18 months old can’t walk yet plus in that heat I am sure she will sleep a lot. My nearly 4 year old can walk. 🙂 Even though he likes to be pushed every now and then in our double buggy when going for walks.

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  4. Anna says

    November 5, 2016 at 11:05 am

    Can I just ask? Does the stroller topple over when you hang bags on the back? We had a Maclaren for our previous 3 children which was great but… it used to constantly topple over when I took little one out and had bags resting in the back! Was a real bugbear for me so I want to ensure my next purchase doesn’t have this annoying habit! Thank you

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    • Donna Wishart says

      November 5, 2016 at 3:23 pm

      It only topples if there’s bags on the bag and no child inside – otherwise it’s fine 🙂 x

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  5. Mel says

    December 12, 2016 at 5:44 pm

    How big is the actual seat, my maclaren is too small!

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