Holidaying in Pembrokeshire? Take advantage of the free costal bus rides
Visitors to Pembrokeshire in south west Wales throughout August can give the car a rest and take a Puffin bus along the National Park’s stunning coastline for free every Tuesday and Wednesday. Just turn up, hop on a coastal bus and visit some of many unspoilt beaches and fishing villages or walk a section of the path along the coastline.
The coastal bus services form part of the Pembrokeshire Greenways project, which has been set up to encourage people to access the coast and countryside by public transport and enjoy outdoor activities. The buses serve the most popular sections of the Pembrokeshire Coastal National Trail and are the perfect transport solution for visiting the area.
A fun way to explore this lovely seaside town and solve the crime of Margate's Missing Masterpiece. The Coates family donned their deerstalkers to solve the mystery.
For a holiday the whole family will enjoy you need to find a beach where children can play while adults relax, and all with minimum stress. Look out for prestigious Blue Flag Beaches which are awarded for everything you need, including water quality, safety, amenities and environmental impact. To ensure you do not end up with a beach holiday headache, here is lowcostholidays' guide to some of Europe’s finest Blue Flag beaches.
The Tamarind Hotel in Barbados has just reopened after a multimillion-pound revamp and as soon as travel journalist Lucy Daltroff arrived she discovered a welcoming and fun, family-friendly feel about the place.
Sicily is a popular holiday destination all year round, with each season offering its own distinctive charm. September is a particularly great time to visit the beautiful island – and you can take advantage of Eurocamp’s fantastic "September Sun" discounts!
Get a taste of Greece and experience some of the delights of a Greek holiday – in the heart of London. Gabriel's Wharf has been transformed into a Greek beach until 27 June.
Thanks to Keycamp’s spring sale, available on bookings made between 2 April and 12 April, families and couples arriving up to 30 June can make considerable savings with some great fixed price deals, meaning that seven nights in Lake Garda costs from just £109 per party.
Healthy Options, the wellbeing holiday experts, has joined forces with London’s leading women-only gym, Sequinpark, to offer guests the chance to sample a week-long exercise break designed around relaxation and fun this summer.
Brighton, the city by the sea, offers children free entry to many attractions including Sea Life and The Royal Pavilion plus deals at selected restaurants
We like to test equipment comprehensively, so after Anne Coates reviewed the smarTrike Traveler ActiveStroller, her daughter Olivia took it on holiday to Portugal to see how it faired on the flight. Here are her thoughts along with her husband's.
Whether you're thinking of backpacking, day trips, commuting or school bags now is a great time to see what's on offer from Mountain Warehouse. Anne Coates tries out their Bolt Backpack.
The smarTrike Traveler is the ?rst convertible stroller that transforms into a trike with a simple push of a button. Anne Coates put it through its paces with Lizzie. And there will be a further review when the family goes on holiday accompanied by the smarTrike Traveler ActiveStroller. .
Even in the UK we have to be careful of the sun's rays especially on the sensitive skin on babies, children teens and not to forget adults and older people. This UV Protection Beach Shelter from Mountain Warehouse is perfect for the beach, park and garden and is compact and light enough to pack for your holidays abroad writes Anne Coates.
Enhance a day out or a holiday in the UK by taking part in a Treasure Trail. Great fun for family and friends and you try to find the clues and solve the mystery as Harriet and Anne Coates discovered in Weymouth Harbour and Dorchester.
Every family – especially those with babies and young children – needs a reliable thermometer in their medicine cabinet/first aid box. Anne Coates reviews the Ear Thermometer from Femometer Family which gives an accurate result in one second.
These Balance Stepping Stones from Maycoly are great fun for kids – and adults, as Anne Coates discovered with her two-year-old granddaughter, Lizzie, when they used them indoors and in the garden.
When I saw Nature by Mamon Bucciarelli, with its attractive illustrations showing the natural world, I thought it would be ideal for our nine-year-old grandson who loves finding out about interesting facts to explore and we were not disappointed, writes Christine Mayle.
Hydration is key to good health and is especially important when exercising or being out in the sun. Here's a great way to to keep your water or drink ice-cool for 46 Hours – with the b.box 1 Litre Insulated Flip Top Bottle, writes Anne Coates.
Parents of 16 to 19 year olds who are staying in education or training need to extend their Child Benefit claim by 31 August or payments will automatically stop. Follow the advice from HMRC.
Banwood, the classic outdoor toy brand, has just launched a new Eco collection of scooters and helmets in fresh summer colours at half the price of their classic range. Anne Coates reviews and her granddaughter, Lizzie, is delighted with her new mode of transport.
Christine Mayle's grandson fell in love with the Jay Franco Minecraft Fox Plush Pillow. And if Fox isn't your child's favourite Minecraft character, Tuxedo Cat, Creeper, My Hero Academia Deku, Buggy, Luffy, Purple Tiger and Bee are also available.
Author and grandmother of three toddlers, Julie Newman, puts the b.box Roll+Go Mealtime Mat to the test for parents who look for convenience as well as functionality in their feeding accessories. Read her report here.
Anne Coates reviews The Thrashers, a compelling YA thriller from bestselling author, playwright and actor, Julie Soto. After you read this, you might not want to be in with the elite crowd at school.
Anne Coates had been impressed by the quality of the Sofia Grainge Collection at Amazon Essentials. Here she reviews a two piece swimsuit with factor 50 sun protection.
With GCSEs and A levels imminent, families across the UK facing one of the most stressful times of year. Many parents of teenagers with ADHD feel at a loss when it comes to supporting their child during the revision phase. Here The ADHD Centre offers ten simple and effective ways to support your teen.
The Mumgaroo Baby Sling is lightweight and easy to wear making carrying a child a lot more comfortable and convenient than some other brands. Anne Coates and granddaughter Lizzie tried out the sling – and both are delighted with it!
Playful, vibrant and language-free children’s theatre show SPLAT! Is delighted to be hitting the road on a UK tour from May to August 2025. SPLAT! is a high-energy physical comedy about art, creativity and collaboration and it’s heading to 25 destinations across the country in 2025.
Anne Coates has chosen three fabulous new chapter books for confident readers or children who love to be read to: Small Fry by David Baddiel, The First Kid in Space by Tom Mitchell and The Kid Who Fell Through Time by Greg James & Chris Smith.
Between 1 April 2024 and 31 March 2025, Childline delivered 1,647 counselling sessions where the young person mentioned exam/revision stress. Here is some advice to pass on to your children and things you can do to help them.
To celebrate the 75th anniversary of The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, HarperCollins Children's Books have reissued the paperback editions of C.S. Lewis’ classic adventure series,The Chronicles of Narnia, with cover art from illustrator Owen Richardson. Parenting Without Tears has a complete set to be won in our latest competition.
Aldi is returning its popular Baby Event from 21 April, 2025 in its stores nationwide. Canny shoppers can snap up savings of up to 60 per cent off recommended retail prices while stocks last. Anne Coates went along to her nearest store to find out more.
The UK’s favourite Mexican restaurant Chiquito is offering unlimited standard nacho refills for 90 minutes, available every day from now until 30 April when you purchase two or more mains.
At Eastertide our thoughts turn to chocolate eggs – but picture books make great presents especially when they deal with eating – or being eaten! – by monsters. I'm Gonna Eat A Monster by Karl Tudor and Scott Wilson and A Good Night's Sleep by Emma Chichester Clark both offer a hilarious take on childhood fears, writes Anne Coates.
Christine Mayle says she always looks forward to reviewing Canal Toys and this Photo_Creator Instant Camera was no exception when asked to try it out with her seven year old grandson.
Following on from Look out! Hungry Lion and Look out! Hungry Snake comes the next two books in the Look Out! Hungry Animals series by Paul Delaney: Look Out! Hungry Spider and Look out! Hungry Shark. Review by Anne Coates.
Parker's Tavern, in the University Arms has just released its Easter Menu, which includes Easter Afternoon Tea available until 20 April as well as Good Friday and Easter Sunday specials. Chef Lee Clarke's shares his recipe for Hot Cross Bun Pudding.