Finding the best places for parents in the Cotswolds and beyond
Cool Places and Placeswithed are swapping blog posts! Cool Places is the only website of its kind to focus purely on all kinds of UK accommodation, recommending great places to stay all over the country. This is not an ad nor does it contain affiliate links. Time was when Britain was a terrible place to travel with kids. But hotels, pubs, restaurants... Continue Reading →
You could spend all day at the wonderful We The Curious science centre in Bristol! There are so many absorbing interactive things that kids (and adults!) can get their hands on, play with and work out. We spent nearly four hours there including a visit to its awesome Planetarium which is inside the big silver... Continue Reading →
My home city of Bristol has changed so much since I was brought up there in the 80s and 90s. I guess most cities have but Bristol is one place that has become so much more child-friendly! I often go back to visit and would highly recommend a day trip or stay. Here’s our pick... Continue Reading →
Would you like to save money on going to places with kids in the Cotswolds? A Kids Pass membership can get you up to 40% on tickets to attractions locally and nationwide. Placeswithed is trying out the Kids Pass app which you can download, sign up and search for offers. It includes discounts on cinema... Continue Reading →
If you’re anything like us, your thoughts have turned to holidays in 2019. Last year we booked an all-inclusive holiday with On The Beach to Majorca. This year, we haven’t decided where to go but we’re taking a look at some of the following for ideas: On the Beach On the Beach is a UK-based... Continue Reading →
If you’re looking for the real Father Christmas you may find him at Warwick Castle! We went along to a fantastic ‘Stories with Santa’ session which was a bit different to the usual experience in meeting the big man. We were greeted by elves in the historic castle’s beautiful great hall and escorted to another... Continue Reading →
Placeswithed is looking forward to a Christmassy visit to Warwick Castle this weekend where treats and surprises for all ages are promised. Special Christmas themed events are taking place at the historic castle until 2 January 2019 including: seasonal storytelling, Santa Sleepovers in the Knight’s Village, bird of prey displays and meetings with castle characters.... Continue Reading →
Bluestone is a resort which really suits a range of people. It appeals to the outdoorsy types who hire bikes and go on walks in the amazing forest or venture out to visit nearby castles and beaches. It also appeals to the ‘indoorsy’ types who like activities including waterparks, adventure centres, pubs, restaurants and spas!... Continue Reading →
Placeswithed is very excited as we’ve been invited along to Bluestone next week to review its Christmasland, Kingdom of the Elves! The holiday resort in West Wales, transforms into a magical wonderland at Christmas, with exciting activities happening throughout the season. We’re looking forward to meeting some elves and Father Christmas himself in his workshop... Continue Reading →