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Visit The Lexicon Glow Room for a magical light experience that will dazzle you with 20,000 LEDs. It feels like the room goes on forever! Then, take a dip in the Light Pool, a magical ball pool with golden balls to be found and prizes to be won!

If that wasn’t all, have a photo in the giant Christmas bauble ‘sparkling selfie station’ and follow the Twinkle Trail, spotting baubles in shop windows to collect the clues and enter to win fabulous prizes this Christmas. Plus, share your sparkling selfie station pictures, tagging #thelexiconbracknell or email them to marketing@thelexiconbracknell.com and you will automatically be entered in a competition for the chance to win a restaurant gift card too. 

There are also special performances from local choirs, bands and singers and even the chance to meet Bluey, Hey Duggee and Chase from Paw Patrol! You can be sure that a trip to The Lexicon will have something for everyone over the festive season this year. We loved our visit to The Lexicon last weekend and know we’ll be back again before Christmas!

Find out more on @thelexiconbracknell website.

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We spent well over two hours at @marwellzoo, enjoying the light installations, indulging in the food stalls and cafe, toasting marshmallows and even meeting Father Christmas! 

Glow Marwell was such a nice way to kick off the festive season - and it’s on all the way through December! If you’re looking for a really nice festive activity the whole family can enjoy, this could definitely be it!
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Multiple family members can use the same subscription, all posting messages to be added to one gazette - and sharing the cost of the subscription too! It’s great for parents, siblings and children to all share their news with grandparents each week, fortnight or month. 

We’ve been sending my dad Family gazettes for a while now and he absolutely loves them. It means we tell him all the little things that are happening and not just the big news you remember to mention in phone calls. The children get to upload their own messages to their grandad and it’s definitely made them feel closer, building a stronger relationship despite living far apart.

Find out more about Family over on the blog - link in bio - and buy a subscription for your nearest and dearest this Christmas. It’s a gift they will definitely love to receive.
Two weeks of Fred & George! I won’t be doing the Two weeks of Fred & George! I won’t be doing these updates every week but I like having somewhere to put all these photos!

They’re now three months old, super loving and happy, making biscuits and purring constantly.

They stay in ‘their’ room overnight but explore the house during the day, getting more confident as time passes. They even got to the point of relaxing on the sofa with us last night.

Fred & George are now very much part of our family and I can’t imagine them not being there now - even at 7am when they’re miaowing at the door for breakfast!
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Here’s a little look at the Banjo Robinson subscription - Troy loves it! Travelling to world with Banjo is so much fun! You can read our full review over on the blog and claim your free activity pack too - link in profile.
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We weren’t meant to get more cats just yet but sometimes the universe sends you things when you don’t expect them.

These little guys needed a home and a family to love them. And we had a home and a lot of love to give. We still miss Leia but this pair are definitely helping make me feel whole again.

They are both used to us now, and love us. They’re less nervous, give us cuddles and let us pick them up. They’re still living in our spare room but starting to explore the rest of the house under supervision. 

They play fight constant. Love toys, especially a crinkly feather thing on a string attached to a stick, and love being up high. They are an awesome pair and we are so glad to have them.

Thank you @millbrook_rspca @rspca_official for trusting us with ‘Lonestar and Starfish’. We could not love them more. 

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I wanted to put some of my favourite photos on the grid too as the kids did so many fun activities - they had THE best time. 

Giant swing, segways, climbing, archery, laser clays… there was so much to do that we couldn’t fit it all in - we need another trip!
And there ends our October half term - well, apart And there ends our October half term - well, apart from Troy who has a bonus week off!

This half term has been pretty lovely. Troy had his school residential the first weekend and then we had a really lovely few days in Norfolk before heading home and picking up two new members of our family - Fred and George. 11 week old rescue kittens who have pretty much stolen our hearts.

It’s been so nice to have a chunk of quality time with this pair and now I’m looking forward to the Christmas holidays. These two are the best company and I really do live for the school holidays. 

How has your half term been?
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Restaurants, Reviews · January 12, 2016

Sunday Lunch at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington Review

Disclosure: We were invited for this meal for the purpose of this post however all opinions are my own.

We love finding new places to take the children out for a meal so when we were invited to The Fox and Goat in Tiddington, Oxfordshire for Sunday lunch we couldn’t wait to see what it had to offer.

What were our first impressions of The Fox and Goat, Tiddington?

Situated just outside of Oxford and easily accessible from the M40, The Fox and Goat is the perfect place to drive to. It has ample parking and would make a lovely meeting place for a meal with family and friends or a great stop off point on a long journey.

Review: Sunday Lunch at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington

As soon as we parked up at The Fox and Goat we loved it. It’s a classic British pub with so much character and a lovely bright and airy feel. It has obviously been refurbished quite recently but it has been done really tastefully, keeping so many classic features. Wherever we looked there were things to look at like the big iron stove, the wooden beams and fairy lights adding a warm ambience.

Review: Sunday Lunch at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington
Review: Sunday Lunch at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington
Review: Sunday Lunch at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington

I was expecting the restaurant areas to be quite dark from previous experience of older pub buildings but it was lovely, bright and airy and had a really welcoming feel. We were sat in a corner with a great view of the rest of the restaurant and although we were there for two hours The Fox and Goat remained busy throughout – this is clearly a popular place to go on a Sunday lunchtime.

Review: Sunday Lunch at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington

Is The Fox and Goat, Tiddington family friendly?

We were offered highchairs for the children and given colouring pencils and paper as well as children’s cutlery. Although we were given the children’s menu we were also told that they were happy to provide a smaller version of any adult main too if that was more suitable and really I felt that The Fox and Goat would do as much as they could to accommodate children.

Review: Sunday Lunch at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington

We were given a bottle of table water and our drinks order was taken whilst Dave and I were deciding what to have from on the main menu. There was so much choice and everything was nicely seasonal – it would be great to go back in the summer to see how the menu changes through the year.

Review: Sunday Lunch at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington

Dave went for the Ham and Cheese Potato Skins for starters. This is his kind of food and something a bit different to typical starters. He really enjoyed the combination of flavours and the portion size was perfect. I went for the Pate with Toasted Brioche and Salad and again the portion size was just right. I always go for pate if it’s on a menu and this was really nice – especially the chutney served with it. A wonderful combination of flavours.

Review: Sunday Lunch at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington
Review: Sunday Lunch at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington

What is the children’s menu like at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington?

The children’s menu had a really good selection of children’s classics and Little Man chose the Cheese and Tomato Pasta which he loved. He doesn’t often have tagliatelle at home so it was a novelty for him. The sauce was clearly homemade and he loved it.

Review: Sunday Lunch at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington

LP chose a smaller portion of the adult Roast Turkey and it was a really good portion size for her. The turkey came served with roast potatoes, carrots, cauliflower, broccoli and lots of gravy and vegetable puree. This is LP’s favourite dinner and she really enjoyed it.

Review: Sunday Lunch at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington
Review: Sunday Lunch at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington

For his main Dave went for the Hunters Chicken with bacon, cheddar cheese, barbecue sauce, fries and salad. This again was really nice. The flavours worked well together and the fries were really generously portioned – meaning the children could share them too!

Review: Sunday Lunch at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington

I went for the F&G Burger that contained onion chutney and mature cheddar and was served with gherkins and fries. I love a good burger and this is, without a doubt, one of the best burgers I have had in a very long time. The addition of onion chutney made it for me – what a lovely meal! Such great flavours and definitely a dish I would have again.

Review: Sunday Lunch at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington

The children had ice cream for dessert and I was impressed that their main and dessert cost less than £6 each, really great value. They both loved their ice cream and the staff were so attentive – even changing Little Man’s spoon for a different colour one to make him happy.

Review: Sunday Lunch at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington

Dave had the Sticky Toffee Pudding and Custard. This is one of our favourite puddings and the portion size was really good. Dave really enjoyed it and would definitely have it again.

Review: Sunday Lunch at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington

I went for the Lemon Drizzle Cake and Raspberry Sorbet which, although not a combination I would have put together myself, worked really well and was a really nice dessert. It was full of flavour but very light so the perfect pudding after a large main course.

Review: Sunday Lunch at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington

I finished my meal off with a lovely cup of tea and was impressed the the pot had enough in for more than two cups. Overall we really enjoyed our meal. The surroundings were lovely, the atmosphere was relaxed and friendly and The Fox and Goat staff were all so lovely with the children.

Review: Sunday Lunch at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington

Is there any outside space at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington?

After lunch we explored The Fox and Goat garden which would be lovely in the summer. There’s so many picnic tables on a nice lawn next to the pub with easy access to the bar and restaurant. The best thing for us though was the children’s play area complete with climbing frame, slide and monkey bars. There were even scooters left out and the children loved playing even though it was quite cold.

Review: Sunday Lunch at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington
Review: Sunday Lunch at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington

The Fox and Goat is the perfect place to go as a family any time of year – and we can’t wait to go back in the summer. I am already dreaming of a nice cold drink in the beer garden whilst the children play. If you are looking for somewhere to visit for Sunday lunch or a meal at any other time of the week then The Fox and Goat would be a great choice.

Review: Sunday Lunch at The Fox and Goat, Tiddington

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Comments

  1. Kim Carberry says

    January 12, 2016 at 5:48 pm

    Oh wow! That food looks amazing! It sounds like you all had a lovely time. x

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  2. Alexandra / I'm Every Mum says

    January 12, 2016 at 8:11 pm

    It all looks so good. We found an older style pub like this near the children’s school and oh my goodness it makes such a difference when they’re great with the children doesn’t it? It eases your mind and you really feel like you can relax. This looks a perfect family place xx

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  3. Emma T says

    January 13, 2016 at 9:15 pm

    Wow, it’s finally open and done. I used to drive through Tiddington on my commute for 5 years, and not once did the pub ever look open. It may have been but just looked really run down. We used to go out from work a lot for lunch to various pubs but didn’t once go there. It looks really nice, and the food looks delicious.

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