This summer we spent 3 weeks travelling around the Netherlands with the kids. We had the most amazing time away and would highly recommend The Netherlands as a place to visit with kids. It is really easy to travel within the country, there is so much to see and do and the Dutch really take […]
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We love a train ride, it adds an extra omph of excitement to a day out and a train ride up to Dundee to visit the Science Centre is one of our favourites. The train from Edinburgh only takes around 1.5 hours and is a nice scenic route over both the Forth Bridge and the
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This Easter holidays we spent 3 days camping up at Comrie Croft campsite, near Crieff. It was wet, grey and soggy, but, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and we will be back (hopefully when the sun is shining!) The site has some steading buildings which can be rented, tent pitches in different meadows and woodland at
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Located just outside of Glasgow, in East Kilbride, is the Museum of Rural Life. The museum is free to National Trust Members or if purchasing a ticket, it can be used for multiple entries over the year, which is a great deal! There is an indoor museum on site with lots of hands on activities
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I lived in Japan for a couple of years and Hanami was one of my most favourite times of the year. Cherry Blossom season lasts for a few short weeks and reminds the Japanese that life can be short to make sure you enjoy it. During Cherry Blossom Season, picnics are enjoyed amongst the trees.
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Cammo Estate in Edinburgh is one of our most favourite places to spend time outdoors. All 3 kids have been/go to Forest Kindergarten within the Cammo Estate so we get to explore the area all year round, in all the weathers! There are two carparks at either end of the estate, although these can get
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We are very lucky that the area where we live organises a Window Wanderland in late February. This is the third year it has run and we really look forward to viewing the lit windows and the community spirit- it brings joy to the February bleak winter! All over the UK communities transform their neighbourhoods
One of our favourite day trips is to Tentsmuir Forest up by Tayport. It is a magical combination of tall tree forest trails and a white sandy beach. If you pack a picnic, spare clothes and towels then it is easy to spend a whole day up here. The whole reserve is huge and there
We have chosen to pay for a family National Trust Membership, which for us has been a really good investment. We have visited the National Trust properties closest to us many times and we also use it while away on holidays. The properties that we have visited often have nice outdoor spaces to explore, good
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Maipsie Den is a firm favourite of ours to visit in any season- there is something very magical about a walk up here. The way the light shines through the trees is something we comment on every time we visit, its enchanting. Maipsie Den is nestled up near Falkland in Fife and provides lots of
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We recently spent a really lovely morning out at the RSPB visitor centre and nature reserve at Loch Leven. There was plenty to keep our kids entertained for a few hours and the cafe had lovely views out over the loch. There is a large carpark, costing £3 for a day’s parking, a cafe, shop
For a fun filled couple of hours not too far from Edinburgh (and most of central Scotland) we like to head to The Kelpies and Helix Park in Falkirk. When it is sunny or even in some Scottish drizzle, I find that we can easily spend a decent amount of time here for little to
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As part of our 1000 hours challenge we enjoy exploring, adventuring and spending time outdoors. My kids will happily walk and climb for a few hours, especially when hot chocolate is on the menu so we often set off with a flask and mugs to find the perfect hot chocolate spot. Devilla Forest in Alloa
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We recently discovered a little gem of a walk over the Clackmannanshire Bridge at Alva Glen. The walk takes you up through a forest following along the Alva Burn and then opens up to a hill climb in the Ochil Hills ending in spectacular views. There is a small carpark at the foot of the
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