This summer we created a wish list of things to do. For the kids, a visit to Giant’s Causeway was a pretty high priority! I have told them the story of the giant Finn McCool, and the myth of how the Causeway once acted as a path between Scotland and Ireland. Yet to go and explore, and look for evidence of giant footprints, is a whole lot more exciting than just listening to the story.
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AD: This content is in collaboration with Circus Extreme for their show from 23rd August to 1st September 2019.
The organisers at Circus extreme have been in touch to let me know about their upcoming show in Belfast – Botanic Gardens.
They have provided me a family ticket to give away to one lucky person! The tickets admits any combination of 4 people. (Under 2’s go free to all shows)
Continue readingAs someone who has always had a love of books, I have been delighted to watch and encourage as my own children have developed their own preferences for literature. When I was offered the chance to review the Tommy Turner’s Travel Series by Ali Seegar, I knew that this was an opportunity my 9 year old son would be only too happy to contribute to. The books are aimed at 8-12 year old children and feature fun-filled time-travelling adventures.
Situated in the heart of County Antrim, Portglenone is not somewhere you are likely to be casually passing. However, taking time to travel to this beautiful forest is a worthwhile trip.
Particularly if you visit at the start of May, when a carpet of bluebells await. However, even without this spectacular sight, the forest offers up plenty to grab everyone’s attention.
We followed the red trail which was just over 2k, and passes by the banks of the river, where you may even catch sight of some keen water sport fans!
Parking is charged at £4, and there are bathroom facilities, which is always a factor when heading out with children.
The kids made wishes and let their imagination run wild.
Next time I’ll be sure to pack a picnic.
Have you been?
Mel x
Situated on the outskirts of Belfast, the Ulster Folk Museum is a nod to days gone by. There is a town with a bank, post office, and printers, to name a few of the common businesses that once would have been important assets to any town. You might even be lucky enough to see some craftsmen and women demonstrating trades like basket weaving and carving.
At once you head out of town, you will find a rural school, mills and farm yards.
We visited at Easter, so some special activities had been provided. The kids enjoyed trying their hand at egg rolling…
… and there were a few very socialable bunnies!
Mostly though, we just enjoyed roaming around, exploring whatever sights we came across.
There is also a fully up to date and functional tea shop in town, where I would recommend you try the flat bread pizza! The Ulster Folk Museum is definitely worth a visit, for kids and adults alike!