Autumn Is Officially Here

Put your shorts away and grab your wellies... autumn is here, and it looks like it's staying.

Well... after plenty of summer adventures its finally time to put away the barbecue, although this doesn't mean that you can't still explore the British country side, just make sure you pack your gloves and of course... your hopper pots!

There are so many places to explore that are right on our door step not many of us know about them. The National Trust are holding plenty of guided walks throughout the autumn months you have no excuse to stay in doors and hide form the cold!

These boots are made for walking...

Do you know what month it is? Yes it's May... but did you know it's also National Walking Month?

That's right a whole month dedicated to walking! It's one the simplest forms of exercise and almost everyone can do - so don't even bother coming up with any excuses.

Walking is a great way to kick start a healthy lifestyle... as it allows you to exercise without having to go out running for miles - plus walking is something we can fit into our daily routines easily, whether it's taking the stairs, walking to work or even getting off the bus earlier.

What are you waiting for... it's time to get on your walking boots and get outside!

Family Fun

As it's now March, the Spring season is definitely around... and fingers crossed the sun will stay shining!

There is no better time then now to start heading out into the great outdoors, so we have complied a list of some activities that all the family can get involved in!

• Visit a local farm and see the animals.
• Head out on a hike/walk.
• Play tag in a local park.
• Plant some flowers in the garden.
• Jump around in puddles when caught in a downpour.
• Feed the ducks.
• Get the bikes out and go on a ride.

Some might seem silly, but will definitely be fun! Why not give them a go...

Half term fun!

It's nearly half term and keeping the kids entertained can be quite the challenge. Well we have come up with some activities that can keep the whole family happy over the half term week!

1. Get Crafty
With Halloween next week it's the perfect opportunity to create some spooky decorations. It's time to get out the crayons, paints and paper, and get creative! It's also a chance to start making home-made Christmas cards, as the festive holiday is just around the corner.

2. Head Out Into Autumn
If the weather is fine why not head to your local park or out into the countryside, enjoy the fresh air and nature around. October is great time to go for walks and see the glorious colours that are now around as Autumn has arrived - it's a chance to see nature and even wildlife! Remember to keep yourself fueled up, why not try our delicious Grasshopper Pots?

3. Trick-or-Treating
As Halloween falls over half term it's the perfect opportunity to take the kids trick-or-treating, it's time to put on those scary costumes and see what treats you can get.

4. Movie Time
Watching a film is a great way to keep the kids entertained, whether you decide to go to the cinema to see a new release or stay at home watching a family favourite - it's the perfect to keep them quite for a couple of hours!

5. Explore
Being at home can be boring sometimes seeing the same things over again, if you want a different view then pop on a train, bus or in the car and go explore somewhere new! Take a couple of days away from home, at a cosy B&B or country hotel.

These are just a few ideas for you. How will you be keeping the kids entertained over half term?