Knebworth House park and gardens

Knebworth House park and gardens

We enjoy lots of really cheap days out – many of which you only have to pay for parking, petrol and a picnic, however there are times when I think it’s worth spending just slightly more to have a really cool experience with the children – that still...
Ryton Pools Country Park, Warwickshire

Ryton Pools Country Park, Warwickshire

One of my very good friends lives in Coventry which itself is only an hour away from Milton Keynes. When we get together with the children we often meet at one of the Northamptonshire country parks. But sometimes we enjoy a change of scenery and travel a bit further...
Stanwick Lakes in Northamptonshire

Stanwick Lakes in Northamptonshire

Hands down, Stanwick Lakes is one of the best, cheapest days out that you can take the kids on. It’s in Northamptonshire, so it’s fairly central and I’d suggest that if you’re within an hour’s drive then it’s worth travelling to....
Harrold and Odell Country Park

Harrold and Odell Country Park

Harrold and Odell Country Park includes a nature reserve, two picturesque lakes and a stretch of the River Great Ouse as well as two play areas. We only visited one play area which is near the entrance which is suitable for young children. It has two slides, a ramp,...
Willen Lake

Willen Lake

The play area at Willen Lake was re-vamped at the end of October 2015 and now includes an excellent wooden climbing frame and pirate ship. My toddler is 2 and a half (as I write this) and with assistance was able to enjoy this area. He likes the toddler areas on both...