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!
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!
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Days Out, Days Out and Attractions/Events, Reviews, Surrey · March 15, 2022

Visiting Gatton Park with Kids

We love finding somewhere new to explore and were super excited when we discovered Gatton Park and Gardens a few weeks ago. Open the first Sunday of each month and just outside Reigate, it’s a hidden gem we couldn’t wait to see for ourselves.

Visiting Gatton Park with Kids

What is Gatton Park?

Gatton Park is Edwardian gardens and a beautiful historic parkland designed by Lancelot Capability Brown between 1762 and 1766 although the park at Gatton dates back all the way to the mid 15th century.

Gatton Park now features a main lakes, smaller ponds and a serpentine canal. Around them sit the Japanese Garden, Pleasure Gardens and so much parkland to explore. It’s somewhere you could happily spend all day.

Visiting Gatton Park

Gatton Park is mainly run by volunteers who all seemed so happy that we’d come to visit. It’s so nice when you go somewhere and feel valued as a visitor and all the staff made us feel so welcome. We booked tickets online – with children going free – and were directed to the parking areas when we arrived.

Visiting Gatton Park with Kids

We found that Gatton Park is situated on the site of the Royal Alexandra and Albert School and can’t imagine having such beautiful landscape on the school grounds. It must be amazing for the students!

Visiting Gatton Park with Kids

As soon as we walked through Gatton Hall and out into the grounds, we were blown away by the view. It was a real wow moment and we couldn’t believe how close to the M25 we were – as it felt like we were in the middle of nowhere. We could see for miles across the Surrey Hills.

Visiting Gatton Park with Kids

When we visited Gatton Park, the open day had a Great Gatton Mouse Hunt theme and it couldn’t have been more lovely. There were crochet mice everywhere, with eight main ones to hunt out and tick off a sheet we were given. The children absolutely loved this. At 8 and 10 I always wonder how much longer they’ll enjoy a trail for – and I think we have a while of enjoyment yet to come!

Visiting Gatton Park with Kids
Visiting Gatton Park with Kids

The mice were all hidden around the Rock Garden and the children loved looking for them. The way that Gatton Park is set out inspires you to explore. We had steps to climb or walk down, paths to follow, bridges to cross and just so many nooks and crannies to discover. It’s a delightful place.

Visiting Gatton Park with Kids
Visiting Gatton Park with Kids
Visiting Gatton Park with Kids

The mouse hunt kept the children occupied for ages with plenty of places to stop and sit down along the way. When we’d found them all, we walked around the lake. Although slightly muddy with the recent wet weather, it was such a lovely walk and we got to see so much wildlife and amazing views of Gatton Hall as well.

Visiting Gatton Park with Kids
Visiting Gatton Park with Kids

At the start of our walk we came across areas where Gatton Park host Little Seeds Forest School and Woodworking Courses. They also have Trails and Tales weekly sessions for little ones and just so many events going on – it’s a really community hub and somewhere I wish we lived closer to so we could visit more often!

Visiting Gatton Park with Kids
Visiting Gatton Park with Kids
Visiting Gatton Park with Kids

After the lake we explored the Japanese Gardens and the Pleasure Gardens where the children found The Wild Things Play Trail. There’s so much for children to look at and explore, making it a fantastic day out. With structures to climb on, a wooden xylophone and stepping stones across narrow parts of the ponds, it was great fun for LP and Little Man.

Visiting Gatton Park with Kids
Visiting Gatton Park with Kids
Visiting Gatton Park with Kids

We spent a good few hours at Gatton Park and finished our day with hot drinks and cake in Gatton Hall. Everything was great value and the cakes were homemade – it was lovely. We took the time to find out more about Gatton Park history and the children made their own craft mice – and got cuddly ones to take home with a small donation.

Visiting Gatton Park with Kids
Visiting Gatton Park with Kids
Visiting Gatton Park with Kids

Gatton Park couldn’t have been a nice day out. The staff were lovely, the grounds were beautiful and it was a really affordable day out that the children loved. We’ll definitely be back.

Visiting Gatton Park with Kids
Visiting Gatton Park with Kids
Visiting Gatton Park with Kids

Gatton Park Walks

Gatton Park is on many walking routes like the North Downs Way and there are Reigate Hill and Gatton Hill walks available through the National Trust too. It’s in a really beautiful part of the country.

Visiting Gatton Park with Kids
Visiting Gatton Park with Kids
Visiting Gatton Park with Kids
Visiting Gatton Park with Kids

You can see all of Gatton Park’s special events and check opening times over on their website and make sure you book tickets to one of their open days. They have a two day Easter Egg Hunt which looks great fun too! For reference, the Gatton Park address is: Gatton Park, Reigate, Surrey RH2 0TW

Visiting Gatton Park with Kids
Visiting Gatton Park with Kids

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