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There is no doubt about it, all children love Halloween. Dressing up, trick or treating, carving pumpkins,…..look no further, we have found some great Halloween themed half-term activities in the Test Valley. Halloween Craft Day at Houghton Village Hall – Wednesday 25 Oct 17′ 10-12.30pm. Details here and in poster below: 2. Hardy’s Cottage Garden […]
As shared and recommended by our brilliant Purple Kaboodle Test Valley Network, below are all the places to buy chickens recommended by the growing Facebook community when asked: We are looking for some friendly bantams to give my son for his 6th Birthday If you are not a member already, and would like to join (for […]
There are so many brilliant things going on in the Test Valley to get you & your family outdoors in the fresh air…some are more high octane than others depending on the age and inclination of your children. But here are our best picks and top recommendations: TREERUNNERS, Andover Re-opening this year on the […]
Plays, concerts, workshops, Easter Egg Hunts, there is loads to do for all ages in and within striking distance of the Test Valley this Easter. You don’t need to go to London for culture! THE MAYFLOWER THEATRE, SOUTHAMPTON The Mayflower Theatre is the biggest theatre on the south coast with over 2,300 seats in the […]
From toddler through to teenagers, here are our favourite indoor based activities in and around the Test Valley – from the adrenaline fuelled active and to the more quiet & peaceful – hopefully there is something to suit the interests of every type of child, especially on a rainy day… Click on the photo to take you […]
THE MAYFLOWER THEATRE, SOUTHAMPTON The Mayflower Theatre is the biggest theatre on the south coast with over 2,300 seats in the auditorium – they bring a diverse range of shows to Southampton, presenting a mixture of spectacular touring productions, from musicals – many direct from the West End – to dance, opera, drama, ballet and […]
It is a weird one to write about as the snow is trying (and failing miserably!) to fall, but as Half-Term approaches I really enjoy spending at least one day on an “outing” with the children and heading to the beach. It is always a winner as the beaches are clear and parking is easy. […]
The ideas for a children’s birthday party are pretty limitless, especially when considering the child’s age and budget. But if like me, you like to outsource the chaos into more capable hands of an experienced hand who can entertain, enchant, exercise and enthral then these 3 recommendations will be a sure fire hit: Alix Booth […]
Are you wanting some inspiration for fun things to do with the children in and around the Test Valley this Christmas? Well look no further…. Christmas at East Farm Christmas at East Farm is a real hidden gem – located between Warminster and Salisbury – this working farm transforms itself at Christmas into an amazing […]