Congrats!!! You’ve made it through the first of the half term holidays ;0) But both you and I know that despite the fact that it can be painful thinking of new ideas for days out with the kids during the holidays, there will also be a hint of sadness as you prepare those school uniforms and pack the school bags … Read More
Looking for Things to Do in Essex This Half Term (October 2017)? Ideas for Days out with the Kids
Really? Half-Term is already here!!?!??! With many Essex attractions viewing half-term as the last opportunity to make the most of daylight saving time, there are lots of fab ideas for days out with the kids this half-term. While I’m personally loving homemade soup and those comforting Sunday lunches, that autumn light during sunset keeps me heading outdoors to enjoy it. So … Read More
Looking for Things to Do in Essex in August (2017)? Ideas for Days out with the Kids
It’s been one of those weeks where I’m still loving the early evening light those beautiful rainbows after a big downpour. But I’m also conscious that Autumn isn’t too far off and so any chance I have, I’m heading outdoors to enjoy that light. With several weeks left of the school holidays, what better excuse do you need to cram in even more days out … Read More
Looking for Things to Do in Essex in July (2017)? Ideas for Days out with the Kids
I don’t know about you but the summer diary is starting to fill up and I’m getting excited about heading off on adventures. But what about the weekends and those school holidays that are lingering? Is it possible to squeeze in, even more, fab days out with the kids? Errrrr, of course it is!!! If you are ready to plan … Read More
Looking for Things to Do in Essex in June (2017)? Ideas for Days out with the Kids
It’s the last day of half term and I hope you’ve had some fab days out with the kids. Whatever you have been up to throughout the holidays, I think you deserve a hooray! Are you having that celebratory glass of vino to avoid those Sunday night blues? Whenever I come back from holiday, I like to plan the next one to … Read More
Best Kids Festivals in Essex (2017): Days Out with the Kids
If you’ve lived in Essex for some time, then you’ll at one point or another considered attending the epic V Festival which takes place in Hylands Park. But what if time has moved on and you now have a family to consider? Yep, you could arrange a babysitter and head off on an adult only adventure. But your thinking that you’d … Read More
Best Country Shows in Essex (2017): A Dog-Friendly Family Day Out
As a dog owner, I’ve been introduced to the world of country shows as an option not only to enjoy a range of entertainment but some fantastic activities, food and drink!! I’ve become hooked and every year, I sit down in May and plan out which shows I could attend. I pay particular attention to which traders and activities were … Read More
Looking for Things to Do in Essex in May (2017)? Ideas for Days out with the Kids
I can’t quite believe it’s snowing outside as I write this. While I am currently in Scotland, and that alone could explain it, it’s the 25th April! Really there is snow!?!?! For me, May always signals a time of the year where I start to think flip flops, spring and summer dresses and even more time outdoors. But don’t worry, … Read More
Family Day Out: Things to Do in Essex in April (2017)
It’s a Saturday morning and you’ve either made it to the weekend after a week of work or survived the first week of the Easter school holidays. The kids are enjoying the great weather and you’ve a cuppa of tea in hand. But what to do? You know you want to make the most of the longer days but you’re … Read More
Family Day Out: Things to Do in Essex in March (2017)
Eeeek - we are nearly there! Yep, can I say it without jinxing the weather? Oh stuff it, I will. Hello there Spring!!! Whoop! I have a smile on my face, the spring wardrobe starts to make an appearance and even typing my monthly instalment of things to do in Essex is a cheerier job to do on the list! … Read More
