We have a fun public art trail in the Lake District this spring and summer; Bristol had Shaun the sheep, Newmarket had racehorses and Liverpool had bananalamas (no, I don’t know why either!) but of course for the Lakes, it has to be the

The Lake District is somewhere that promises adventure and fun every step of the way. But with over 880 square miles to explore, where do you start?

Are you bored of dinosaur bones? Do you yawn at yet more Roman coins? And does the thought of seeing another sculpture send you into a slumber?

We're big on the side dish here, lovers of crispy roast potatoes and buttered parsnips. But so sadly they're often only thought of as simple, easy additions to the main event.

There are hidden gems and then there is Clovelly. Nestled into North Devon’s craggy coastline hides this beguiling living museum, come fishing village.

Christmas markets have been occurring across Europe since the late middle ages, with people celebrating the advent of Christmas with markets in Frankfurt and Munich still celebrating these events with tradition fayre, stalls and entertainment.

Ahh Autumn, the time of year when we can once again forget about trying to get our summer bodies into shape (ours never got there) and begin working on our winter physique… one which is proving to be very achievable!

Summer’s on the way and what better way to celebrate than by winning a great family holiday?

You are really pleased with the cottage you have selected as it accommodates your four legged friend but now you need to get them there safely. It’s important to consider their needs along the way, to ensure they enjoy the journey in the car too.

Are the kids looking for adventure during their stay? Do they scream with excitement at the mention of a theme park? Then here is just a select few to help you start their journey of thrills!