Exploring the Horrible Histories: Up in the Air Adventure event

There is a new Horrible Histories event, so naturally we had to ask Kai if he wanted to go! With him being a teenager now, I am always surprised when he is willing and even excited to go to an event, and Horrible Histories has always been one he really likes. The Horrible Histories: Up in the Air Adventure was very different from previous performances that they have put on, as this wasn’t a play and instead is an event around the Royal Airforce Museum with several sections of activities that children can take part in.

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Glamping in Cocoons at Lee Valley Campsite, Sewardstone

[Ad- gifted experience] Lee Valley have a bunch of different campsites all around our area! These campsites offer a variety of different ways to camp from pitching tents, to bringing your own caravan, to staying in cabins, cocoons or mini-homes on the property. We got the opportunity to stay in a cocoon at Lee Valley Campsite, Sewardstone. This little overnight getaway was one Dann and I booth took together, as a cocoon is a perfect place for two people to spend the night.

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Brilliant places to go on a walking holiday with your family

A family walking holiday is the perfect way to get everybody away from their screens and out and about in nature. They can be significantly more affordable than your regular holiday options, plus, your step count will be unrivalled!   

Switch up your typical family holiday

Being out in nature is great for your mental health, so both the kids and adults will benefit from being away from the office and the classroom – and it’s a great chance for everybody to recharge their batteries. There’s plenty of family bonding to be done too! You’re spoilt for choice with walking holidays both in the UK and further afield in Europe. All you need to do is decide where to go… 

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5 Must-See Musicals for Your 2023/24 Calendar

The importance of self-care cannot be overstated, especially during a time when mental health issues are on the rise. Sometimes, you need to take some time and do things that are good for the soul, whether this is treating yourself, having a fun mother-daughter day out or a surprise day out with a loved one. Going to a musical will always be good for the soul and there are a handful of musicals that you will want to check out in 2023/2024.

Mamma Mia

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Best Free Play Parks in Essex

When the weather is looking good, you often want to go out and enjoy it! We are a bit adventure family at the Hadley-Sullivan household, so we have gone to so many different parks, splash parks, and outdoor areas all year around, to explore what they have to offer. Since we have been to so many places over the years, we decided to put together a bunch of the best free play parks in Essex to visit with your children, to better make use of the summer holiday and sunshine! There are a few play park-adjacent places in this list, but they go well with the getting outdoor and playing activities!

Bounc around at The Bath House Meadow

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