Recent Articles in Great days out

BFG: Dahl Centenary
Jun 30, 2016

With Spielberg’s BFG released on 22 July, locations across England will be brought to life on the big screen. And, with celebrations gearing up for the centenary of Roald Dahl’s birth on 13 September, there’s an abundance of scrumdiddlyumptious activities to get involved in across the country this summer.

 

Arundel Castle
Jun 21, 2016

One of the highlights of Arundel Castle’s events calendar, the Castle Siege saw visitors transported back to 1475 where they were captivated by French and English troops locked in a dramatic battle for control of the Castle. Olivia Coates and family attended.

Lost Kingdom – Paultons Park
May 13, 2016

Paultons Park just revealed their latest attraction: Lost Kingdom. Olivia Coates reports on a delightful day spent there.

Sea Life Brighton
Mar 30, 2016

Arden and her father Phil Viner have been members of Sea Life Brighton for many years. Here eight-year-old Arden with just a little help from her father, reviews two new attractions at the aquarium: the Seahorse Nursery and Secrets of the Reef Coral Gardens.

London Eye Easter Experience Review
Mar 24, 2016

For Easter the Coca Cola London Eye has teamed up with the west end production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Olivia Coates reviews the experience.

The Coca Cola London Eye Easter Experience
Mar 18, 2016

This Easter, The Coca Cola London Eye is thrilled to announce it will be partnering with Charlie and The Chocolate Factory, bringing a scrumptious taste of Wonka’s world and the acclaimed West End Musical to the South Bank as it introduces “The View of Pure Imagination” immersive Easter experience, from 25 March to 9 April, 2016.

The Wondercrump World of Roald Dahl
Feb 10, 2016

Celebrating the centenary of the birth of one of Britain's best loved authors, The Wondercrump World of Roald Dahl is a fantastic experience for children aged from seven to 12 (and adults)  – exciting, exhilarating and inspiring. At the Southbank Centre until 3 July, 2016 when it transfers to Cardiff.

The Beyazid II Complex in Edirne, Turkey
Nov 26, 2015

Edirne is a city which needs a lot more time than the one day allocated during the Thrace trip organised by the Trakya Development Agency. However one attraction that should be on everyone's itinerary is the Beyazid II Complex which includes the Health Museum, writes Anne Coates. 

Butterfly World
Oct 24, 2015

Butterfly World in Hertfordshire offers a value-for-money great day out for families as Ian Robinson discovered. 

Whipsnade Zoo
Oct 12, 2015

Ian Robinson visited Whipsnade Zoo, part of the Zoological Society London which is actively engaged in conservation work. Here he reviews what's on offer and accessibility,

Sea Life Brighton – Jurassic Seas
Mar 3, 2015

Emlyn Rees and his two younger daughters went to the opening of Jurassic Seas at Brighton Sea Life and travelled back in time to the age of the dinosaurs. It was a five heart experience for all the family.

London Zoo
Aug 29, 2014

London Zoo is a great day out but it is expensive as Anne Coates and family discovered.