Welcome to The Noble Comb Hungry Horse Pub in Shipley – MCA Review.
Back in the day, this pub used to have a wacky warehouse. And as kids, we loved visiting. As an adult with my own child young now, I love the revamped feel of the pub.
We’ve recently booked a table, ate there and also used the play area.
So here is my review.
Location
Quayside, Salts Mill Road, Shipley, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom, BD18 3ST
Telephone – 01274 585 770
OPENING HOURS
Tuesday – 11:00am – 11:00pm
Wednesday – 11:00am – 11:00pm
Thursday – 11:00am – 11:00pm
Friday – 9:00am – 11:00pm
Saturday – 9:00am – 11:00pm
Sunday – 9:00am – 11:00pm
Monday – 11:00am – 11:00pm
SERVING HOURS
Tuesday – 11:00am – 9:00pm
Wednesday – 11:00am – 9:00pm
Thursday – 11:00am – 9:00pm
Friday – 9:00am – 9:00pm
Saturday – 9:00am – 9:00pm
Sunday – 9:00am – 9:00pm
Monday – 11:00am – 9:00pm
Make a booking
You can make a booking at the pub by clicking here.
How much do you love the ease of ordering on the app at Wetherspoons? Well, you can now do this at the Noble Comb in Shipley. We ordered on the app and our drinks, then the food came promptly, with a friendly service.
Play area for the kids
Although the play area is small, it’s enough for my child (5 years old) and great for preschool children. Before my little one started school, I frequently took her to pubs like this. Where she could play and I could drink several coffees. There is also an outdoor playground and adequate tables both around the indoor play area and outside.
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Summary
Have you visited The Noble Comb? Do you plan on visiting?
Welcome to My review of The Old Bridge Cafe In Skipton.
The hubby and I recently had some time to visit Skipton town centre. I hadn’t slept well the night before and just wanted a place to sit down and feel homely. Like many other people, we usually opt for Wetherspoons, because you know what you’re getting food-wise.
I wanted to introduce you all to this little gem of a cafe that we found and tell you about our yummy breakfasts! Just check out the picture below – it was also a lovely hot drink.
Location
Address – 33 Coach Street, Skipton, BD23 1LQ, United Kingdom
Telephone number – 01756 228326
????The Old Bridge Cafe In Skipton – As per the picture, we had the best breakfast ever. The seating was great and the atmosphere was lovely!
Check out my in-depth review of this great little gem. Where I cover – car parking, Trip Advisor reviews, food hygiene status, seating, the vibe and some information you might not know.
There is a car park right outside the cafe, which also makes the town centre accessible—bonus points for having a toilet block that was very clean and easy to use.
Address – Bridge Street Car Park – Bridge St, Skipton BD23 1LQ
Parking Charges
up to 1 hour: £1.10.
up to 2 hours: £2.10.
up to 3 hours: £3.20.
up to 4 hours: £4.20.
up to 11 hours: £7.30.
Trip Advisor
You can check out the Trip Advisor reviews here.
The importance of leaving a Trip Advisor review
As you can see from the link above, there is only one review. I am about to add another. But it’s so important for small businesses to receive reviews from customers who have visited.
Food Hygiene ratings
Did you know that you can check food hygiene ratings online? Here is the page for the Old Bridge Cafe
What did we eat
I know you all want to get stuck into the good stuff. The food we ate when we visited and what we had to drink.
The fry-up was lovely. The main selling point was the sausage, which was obviously sourced locally. And it was lovely toast with a great cup of tea to accompany the meal.
You will be pleased to know the cafe is available on JustEat for delivery.
Seating
When you first walk into the cafe, it can be a little daunting if the downstairs is full. But there is plenty of seating upstairs and we were pretty much left alone up there the whole time we ate, which was relaxing.
There is also a small outside area to the cafe’s rear, so alfresco dining if you fancy it.
Summary
I can’t wait to take my little one back for some grub. We know she would be fine sitting upstairs and I am sure she will love the food, just like we did.
Have you visited before? Do you intend to visit Skipton town centre any time soon?
I would love to hear from you in the comments below.
In the lead-up to the weekend, I always seem to be on my phone researching the best places to take my little one. She is a recent school starter, full of energy and needs entertaining. Don’t even get me started on school holiday entertainment plans.
It’s that time of year, when I am looking forward to warmer weather and planning lots of family days out, to enjoy throughout the year. If you are doing the same, be sure to check out this great list of attractions. It’s always great to have something to look forward to!
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Let’s dive into my list of the Merlin Attractions To Visit With The Kids
Merlin Passes
You can book more than one adventure and save money! With annual passes starting from £99 per person, for over 200 Days of Entry (please do view the small print on the passes to ensure this fits with your circumstances).
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When visiting an attraction or theme park, it’s always great to stay overnight so you have more access to the array of things to do. Let’s have a look at Merlin Entertainments and their great offers – if you are considering visiting the theme parks anyway.
Short Breaks Offer – 2nd Day Free –
Add your 2nd Day in the Theme Park for Free when you book a Short Break
With an array of thrilling rides, a beach, a playground and rides for little kids – you will be guaranteed a fun-packed day out. Your short break booking includes two full days of theme park thrills!
Here are some tips if you’re visiting the park –
1. Check your height before you start the day, to ensure you know which rides you can go on.
2. Bring zip-lock sandwich bags or waterproof bags for your electronics – whilst on water rides.
3. Bring spare clothes in case you get a bit too carried away on the water rides.
4. Change into flip-flops when riding water rides – no need to worry about ruining your trainers!
6. Bring lots of water! You never know how long the queues will be.
7. Want to beat the queues? Head over to Nemesis Inferno & SAW first thing and work your way around the park from there. There are fewer queues at the back of the park at the start of the day and you’ll find yourself working against the crowds all day!
Days out
Shall we look at some of the other Merlin Attractions in more detail?
Nemesis Reborn Has Arrived!Opening Saturday 16th March 2024
Nemesis Reborn invites the bravest of thrill-seekers to tackle dominating drops and intense inversions aboard the ride. The Phalanx have lost all strength and now it’s your turn to encounter this terrifying creature.
Legoland has launched a new mini-golf section and it looks fantastic.
You can book your family stay. Check out the seasonal events they have on. And the other special events, by clicking this link.
Bear Grylls Adventure
Located in Birmingham, at the NEC. There is an array of activities for your adventurous kids. Including – indoor climbing walls, archery range, iFLY wind tunnel and escape rooms.
Join Freddo and a whole host of Cadbury characters as they whisk you away on an adventurous journey in the 4D Chocolate Adventure cinema experience, complete with motion seats!
Discover the origins of the cocoa bean and jump on the magical Cadabra ride. Seen the adverts? You will also get to meet the infamous Cadbury drumming gorilla.
Scarborough SEA LIFE Sanctuary is a unique indoor and outdoor attraction ideal for a family day out.
Penguin Island is a specialist enclosure, which was designed to let guests get closer to the animals. You can also meet seal pup patients and stop by the specialist Seal Hospital.
The perfect experience for all children under 10 years old.
Burst through the pages of your favourite stories into a magical place of imagination, creativity, discovery and play. Adapted from some of the UK’s most loved children’s stories by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, with 6 captivating and immersive zones, this 2-hour play experience is enjoyable for a family day out.
See, hear, smell and feel York’s stories come to life before your eyes as frighteningly funny characters transport you through time.
Surprises await you at The Dungeon… Fear the Vikings as they invade and conquer York. Discover Guy Fawkes’ Gunpowder Plot and what happened that November night. Step inside the carriage to the York Knavesmire, where one of the infamous highwaymen Dick Turpin has returned.
Image courtesy of Warwick Castle WebsiteImage courtesy of Visit Warwick website
I remember a wonderful family trip we had to Warwick Castle, over two days. The castle itself is amazing. I remember the princess castle and I want my little one to experience it. We also managed to catch the knights’ battle, which was amazing to see.
What’s on in February?
Watch the spectacular Birds of Prey display at 12 pm and 2:30 pm each day.
Join an expert team of Historians for a free guided tour of Warwick’s past.
Journey through the exquisite Great Hall, State Rooms, and Royal Weekend Party.
Slide into the world’s first Zog Playland.
Get lost in time in the Horrible Histories Maze.
Indulge in a tasty afternoon tea at the Conservatory Tea House.
Visit the Princess Tower for an immersive storytelling experience, perfect for children aged 3 to 8. Get your free-timed ticket (weekends only).
CLICK the links above, to stay up to date with the latest events.
Final Thoughts
I hope you enjoyed the rundown of these amazing attractions.
Have you visited any? Which one is your favourite?
When it comes to raising confident kids, there is no one-size-fits-all answer. Every child is different, and what works for one might not work for another. That said, there are a few general tips that can help any parent raise a confident child. This blog post will discuss the most important tips for doing just that!
1) Encourage Independence:
Parents should strive to provide their children with opportunities to make decisions and do things independently. This will help them become more confident in their own abilities, as well as gain a better understanding of how the world works.
2) Celebrate Accomplishments:
It’s important for parents to celebrate their children’s successes, no matter how small. Doing so helps kids understand that accomplishments are something to be proud of, which will give them confidence when it comes time to tackle harder tasks in the future.
3) Praise Effort Over Results:
Most parents praise their kids when they get good grades or win a race. However, it is just as important – if not more so – to praise the effort and hard work that went into achieving those results. Doing this will help kids understand that there is value in trying, regardless of the outcome.
4) Encourage Healthy Risk-Taking:
Parents should foster an environment where their children feel comfortable taking risks and attempting new things. This could be anything from trying a new sport or musical instrument or even just speaking up in class. Taking healthy risks can help a child build confidence as they learn to trust their own judgement.
5) Model Confidence:
Children watch and learn from their parents more than they realize, so it’s important for parents to model confident behaviour. If you want your kids to be self-assured, make sure you are too. Show them how to be confident in uncomfortable situations, and don’t forget to praise yourself for your successes!
6) Have Realistic Expectations:
Parents should strive to set realistic expectations for their kids. This means being realistic about the amount of time it takes for a child to learn something or accomplish a goal, as well as not expecting children to achieve perfect results all the time. Doing this can help kids understand that mistakes are normal and nothing to be ashamed of.
7) Be Positive:
It’s important for parents to remain positive while raising their kids. Negative reinforcement can have an adverse effect on a child’s confidence, so always try to focus on the positives when providing feedback.
8) Give Opportunities to Develop Skills:
Providing kids with opportunities to develop their skills and learn new things is key when it comes to building confidence. This could be anything from signing them up for a sports team or art class, swim lessons, or simply giving them age-appropriate chores around the house.
9) Normalize failure:
Every child will face failure at some point in life, so it’s important for parents to normalize this experience. Remind your children that mistakes are an opportunity to learn and grow, not something they should be ashamed of. This will help them become more resilient and confident in the face of adversity.
10) Gentle parenting:
Gentle parenting is important for helping kids build confidence. This means responding to their feelings with empathy and understanding, using positive reinforcement, avoiding power struggles, and being mindful of their individual needs.
While there is no one-size-fits-all approach to raising confident kids, these tips can help parents provide their children with the tools they need to become more self-assured. With proper guidance and support, children can learn to trust in themselves and their abilities, which will set them up for success in life.
It is a proven fact, that the early years of our lives shape who we are and how well we cope with challenges in adult life. A traumatic experience in childhood can have lasting effects. Exploring emotions is vital.
All human beings have emotions. They start to develop at an early age, often when toddlers don’t really understand what they are yet. The common one in our house at the moment is missing other people. This involves a daily conversation filled with reassurance, that everyone misses the people they love.
Because toddler emotions are a challenge I currently face. And I know other parents definitely go through this cycle, I wanted to write a post dedicated to the best stories I could find, discussing children’s emotions.
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Let’s look at the research into why we should explore emotions
Understanding children’s emotions are critical to understanding their behaviour. Early years children feel a range of emotions, but often cannot express, interpret or process them like us.
With poor emotional skills, it could be harder for children to learn:
Children grow and develop rapidly in their first five years across the four main areas of development. These areas are motor (physical), communication and language, cognitive, social and emotional.
Social and emotional development means how children start to understand who they are, what they are feeling and what to expect when interacting with others. It is the development of being able to:
Form and sustain positive relationships.
Experience, manage and express emotions.
Explore and engage with the environment.
Positive social and emotional development is important. This development influences a child’s self-confidence, empathy, the ability to develop meaningful and lasting friendships and partnerships, and a sense of importance and value to those around them. Children’s social and emotional development also influences all other areas of development.
Parents and caregivers play the biggest role in social/emotional development because they offer the most consistent relationships for their children. Consistent experiences with family members, teachers and other adults help children learn about relationships and explore emotions in predictable interactions.
To nurture your child’s social and emotional development, it is important that you engage in quality interactions like these on a daily basis, depending on the age of your child:
Be affectionate and nurturing: hold, comfort, talk and sing with your baby, toddler and child.
Help your baby experience joy in “give-and-take” relationships by playing games like “peek-a-boo.”
Provide your toddler with responsive care, letting them practice new skills while still providing hands-on help.
Support your child’s developing skills; help him/her, but don’t do everything for your child, even if it takes longer or is messy.
Teach social and emotional skills, such as taking turns, listening and resolving conflict.
What happens if we don’t manage emotions
One of the most important ways parents or guardians can help is by listening to their children and taking their feelings seriously. They may want a hug, they may want you to help them change something or they may want practical help.
Children and young people’s negative feelings usually pass. However, it’s a good idea to get help if your child is distressed for a long time if their feelings are stopping them from getting on with their lives, if their distress is disrupting family life or if they are repeatedly behaving in ways you wouldn’t expect at their age.
What’s Troubling Tawny? The award-winning second book in the Sumatran Trilogy! Tawny longs to make friends with another rhino, but her shyness holds her back. When she meets a hornbill called Tallulah, she is surprised to learn that she has a lot in common with the beautiful bird.
Poppy the porcupine has always wanted to make a friend, but her defensive nature prevents her. When a young tiger cub stumbles upon her one day in the rainforest, she reacts badly and scares him away.
Determined to change her ways, she sets out to find him, but little does she know that the tiger cub is about to have a problem of his own. In the face of danger, will Poppy find a way to save the day?
The Problem with Poppy is the award-winning debut picture book by British author Emma Sandford. Illustrated by Ukrainian artist Olena Osadcha.
If you could change something about yourself, would you do it?
When Sarah Simpkins is teased about her shadow in the school playground, she finds herself wishing she didn’t have one.
That night she has the chance to make the wish come true. But will losing her shadow really make her happy?
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Let’s Be Friends Again
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Let’s Be Friends Again
Kids World Books – Sibling fights, tantrums and subsequent bonding is the theme of this story.
The story is narrated by a boy and he narrates rather than shares his experiences with his sister. The boy and the girl play together. They spend most of their leisure time together. Just like every sibling, they fight often and bond subsequently.
The boy finds some trouble with his sister. The boy sometimes babysits for his sister and she used to trouble him! However, she was a good listener and the boy used to tell some great stories. The boy refused to share his toys with her. Yet, the smart girl used to grab all her brother’s toys. The tantrum began when the girl played with his brother’s pet turtle!
The girl thought that the tank where the pet turtle was kept was too small for the turtle. She carried it to the pond and let it free in the pond.
The boy was as angry as he lost his pet turtle. He showed his anger in many ways. He shouted at her. He threw away his toys and kept on thinking about his turtle. His parents supported his sister. He planned to avenge the loss of his pet and imagined many things. (This is definitely a fun part that everyone would die laughing).
He couldn’t sleep for hours thinking about the pet. He then saw his sister playing in the garden so happy like never before. The boy was surprised as well as very angry seeing her sister happy.
He made a decision! What was that?
Let’s be friends again, the lovable brother and sister, their cute fights, rivalry, etc are narrated beautifully. It happens very commonly in every household.
Children and young people are still developing – they don’t have adult brains or bodies, so need help to understand and manage their emotions.
You’ve probably heard your parents or grandparents say “they’re just attention seeking” or “they’re being difficult”. But there’s usually more to it than this.
We often ask people who contact Children 1st Parentline: “What is your child trying to tell you when they’re acting like that?” Looked at this way, unwanted behaviour is usually about a child needing something – or their way of trying to work out how to manage something.
From a toddler’s need for comfort to a teenager’s conflicting desires for independence and security, testing behaviour is common and is often set off by everyday experiences rather than big events.
Jodi also thinks the book will come just at the right time for children who have had to shut themselves away all year and might be scared to try something new.
She added: “It is a lovely story for 4–7-year-olds about taking yourself out of your comfort zone to try new things.
“Worley’s story is a fab way to engage children with these cute little monsters and learn how to develop their confidence.
“The book also included suggested activities for parent and adult readers.
“I’m also now writing my second story for the series about Worley and Co!
“Having suffered quite a bit as a kid – I lost my dad at 10 and my best friend at 14 – and had a lot of bullying and not nice things going on and I didn’t know how to cope,” she explained.
“That had a massive effect on me as an adult which led to a breakdown. I don’t want kids to go through what I did. The more people I can teach and I can help the better. I don’t think I would have had as big a meltdown if I already had tools to use.
“My characters are all monsters – I have a whole tribe of emotions monsters that teach children about emotions. Worley is the main one and he meets his friends with different emotions.
“The first one was teaching him to be brave and through the monster, you learn you might make a mistake but it will be fine. He realises he doesn’t need to be the best at everything.
“The second book is about anger. The book is written as a rhyme; basically, Worley gets angry and doesn’t know what it is. His friend George, the angry monster, teaches him it is ok to be angry and how to manage it.
“It is done in quite a fun way so children can understand.”
Buster Finds His Beat
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Buster Finds His Beat
A feel-good story about an autistic boy, That will capture your imagination and fill you with joy.
Buster uses ear defenders to soften sounds he hears, Find out what happens when he faces his fears…
Pick up your copy, you’ll be in for a treat, As he uses the power of sound to find his own beat.
The first book in a new rhyming picture book series from D.M. Mullan and Kirsteen Harris Jones – welcome to D.M. Mullan’s Curious Tales… Hector van Groat If something is missing, and you’re feeling blue, you could learn from Hector, who feels this way too. This little genius lives in an upside-down boat, and he grunts from his hill like a grumpy old goat. “Hector van Groat needs no one but Hector because he is a genius, a crazy inventor”.
A beautifully illustrated picture book about mental health for young readers. Where Is My Smile? is the story of a little boy who can’t find his smile anywhere. He searches and searches, but it’s nowhere to be found. Where could his smile be? This delightful picture book is perfect as a bedtime story, and to help little children understand that it’s okay to be sad sometimes, but we can always find our way through it.
Final Thoughts
I hope you enjoyed reading my list of books to inspire conversations with your toddler about emotions.
Do you have any of these books? Or will you be purchasing them? What techniques do you use to explore emotions?
I would love to hear from you in the comments below.
Keeping your home in tip-top condition can be easier than you think, you just need to take the right steps to make this possible. For a lot of people, this sounds like an absolute nightmare because we all hate cleaning and maintenance, but it’s got to be done. In this article, we’re going to be taking a look at some of the things that you can do to make this an easier task for you, so keep reading if you would like to find out more.
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Survey Before Purchase
The first thing that you should do is make sure you have a survey completed on the home before you purchase it. While this is something that needs to be done prior to purchasing the home, it’s still very much relevant. The reason for this is that if there are hidden problems in the home that you were not expecting, then you become responsible for them once you own the home and that isn’t fair. That’s going to make your life harder, not easier, and it’s going to cost you more money that you shouldn’t have to spend. So, if you get the survey done, you will know about all of these beforehand and can make a conscious decision as to whether you’re going to take this on, or whether you want to make a different offer.
Keep Your Eye On Things
When you live in the home, you have got to be keeping your eye on things as much as you can. You don’t want problems to start getting out of control, as this is only going to lead to more issues. For example, if you have a leaking pipe and you don’t notice, this can lead to a burst pipe, it can lead to mould, or even wearing away at the material it’s leaking on. You need to get in touch with the most trusted plumber in your area and get them to your home as soon as you can.
Clean As You Go
If you clean as you go, then there is going to be less work to do after a couple of days or a week. While you might not feel like you have the energy to do this, do you have the energy to do a big clean every few days either? It makes your life so much easier, and it means that unexpected company isn’t going to be a problem as your home is in the best condition it could possibly be in. It will take a bit of adjusting to, but you will get there if you remain consistent.
We hope that you have found this article helpful, and now see some of the things that you should do to ensure that keeping your home in tip-top condition is as easy as possible. While it will never be a completely easy task, these things will make it easier for you, ensuring that you won’t run into as many problems as other people. We wish you the very best of luck with this.
Heading off on a residential trip is the highlight of the year and an event that creates memories your teen will never forget. Now travel restrictions have eased, students have the opportunity once again to enjoy fantastic trips to destinations around the world. From skiing in The Alps to Madrid student trips for teens studying art, there are a whole host of destinations ideal for a college residential. Educational trips help to enrich students’ learning in many ways and provide the opportunity to experience different cultures and try new things. If your teen has a trip coming up and will be away from home for a few nights, you may be wondering how best to prepare them for this exciting experience. Here are some top tips to help prepare your teen for a residential trip:
Ensure You Have All the Information
While not every teenager is unorganised, you may not want to rely on them to relay crucial information about the trip. Finding out the details, such as arrival and departure dates and the equipment they need to take, is something you may want to research yourself so you know what is happening. As you will inevitably be the one paying for the trip, it is a good idea to find out the payment schedule as soon as possible so you can ensure you know when each amount is due and avoid any nasty surprises.
Start Shopping Early
If loads of kids will be taking part in the trip, it is a good idea to start shopping for equipment early. Shopping sooner rather than later is the best way to ensure you get bargains and avoid paying more than needed for the equipment. Buying equipment at the last minute will always mean you pay over the odds, so the sooner you get your equipment list and start shopping, the better.
Speak About the Trip in a Positive Way
Teenagers can sometimes be reluctant to try new things and leave their mates behind for a few days to go on a trip. Speaking about the trip positively and encouraging them to take part may help and make it easier for them to get the most from this fantastic experience.
Make Sure They Help With the Packing
While it may seem easier to tackle the packing by yourself, getting your teenager involved is essential. Packing their stuff will ensure they know exactly what they are taking, making it less likely anything will be left behind when they come home. Although your teen may protest they are too old for name labels, ensuring that they have their names written on their belongings is vital to avoid anything getting lost.
Avoid Rushing on the Day of the Trip
Ensuring you leave for the meeting point in plenty of time is vital to avoid any panics on the day of the trip. So, getting your teen up early and leaving with enough time to spare to allow for any traffic along the way is essential.
You will find Bowland Wild Boar Park in the heart of the Forest Of Bowland.
I wanted to review this on my blog and the social media posts throughout the half-term week. Read on for Our Visit To Bowland Wild Boar Park – MCA Blog…
A few tips if you are planning to visit:
It’s a really busy park. We queued in our car for around 20 minutes just to get to the barrier & swipe our pre-paid tickets.
It was busy when we arrived at noon. There were queues for the toilets and cafe. But it seemed to quieten down by 2 pm.
My advice would be to arrive early, around 10.30 am or at 1.30-2 pm, as they seem to be quieter times. We were offered a tractor ride at 4.40 pm, so arriving in the afternoon wouldn’t be an issue. Still, plenty to see and do, especially on lighter evenings.
Bring a full picnic. There are lots of benches to sit down on, despite the park being busy. There is a cafe if you prefer this but it was just too busy for us to have reasonably fed our little one.
When you see a long queue outside the reception hut, stand in it. This is how you pre-pay the tractor rides and we missed out by not doing this. (however, there is plenty to see and do for kids without spending any extra money. Especially if you have kids under 5).
I like that the park offers lower priced tickets, then you can choose to pay for additional activities.
There is no phone signal at all & the WiFi doesn’t allow you to do much. I couldn’t even make a phone call to my hubby from the reception office to the playground. Therefore, agree on meeting places and also switch money around, and contact people before you get there.
Access to the park is by small farm tracks, but driving through the Forest Of Bowland is scenic. It’s also well worth the views once you arrive.
Parking is a bit of a nightmare if you arrive a bit later and I wouldn’t want to go on a rainy, muddy day as some of the parking is on grass.
Check out what else we did during Half-Term week, including our trip to SeaLife Manchester.
Let’s dive into the full review – Our Visit To Bowland Wild Boar Park – MCA Blog
How long will it take me to walk around the park?
You can stay all day long if you pack enough food & snacks/picnic, and drinks to entertain kids. Or if you want to focus on fewer attractions you can spend as much or as little time as you want.
We spent around three hours at the park but noticed so much we hadn’t seen or done. Planning another return trip very soon to do the remaining activities.
What is the best attraction on the day?
It’s difficult to pick, but the playground is great in terms of equipment, but a bit badly set out. Adults are walking to supervise children and nearly bumping into the kids swinging.
The wild boar trail is great, you feel very much in nature but it’s a small circular walk, which is great for kids.
Any other highlights of the day?
Whenever we visit somewhere like this, we love the meerkats. It was also great to feed the animals and even the small details, such as enough hand washing and hand gel stations dotted around, was a huge bonus for me. The toilets were accessible and very clean.
Another highlight for the whole family was the goat enclosure, where you could walk through and feed the goats up close. I was a bit reluctant to go in, but my hubby and little one loved it.
Make a weekend of it
Because I am nosy and I love researching places to stay overnight, I have checked out their Bowland Escapes site and it isn’t that expensive to stay over AND you get free entry to the park.
A family holiday is an exciting time to enjoy quality time with your family. However, it isn’t a small feat to pull off, as many people find it overwhelming. Several factors guarantee that your family holiday will go on without a hitch. From knowing where to travel, the best way to travel, and making those exciting life memories last forever, here are four tips for planning an exciting holiday for your family.
Select the right holiday spot
It isn’t easy to choose a holiday destination for your family. Imagine the feeling when your kids want a winter location to enjoy the snow while you want to lounge and unwind in the sun somewhere. Your budget and how long you intend to stay are other factors worth considering. To choose the right destination, make a list of the interests of every member of the travelling party. Whether it’s hiking, seeing historic sites, or having some fun time at the beach, paying attention to the small details can be useful for selecting the best places and activities that appeal to everyone.
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Vacation costs vary greatly based on where you stay, mode of transport, the number of people you are travelling with, and your planned activities. While the average Brit pays less than £4000 per person, families, especially large ones, can expect to pay more. It can be useful to determine how much money you are willing to spend on the holiday. However, don’t forget that you will return to real life after the holiday. You can’t afford to blow your entire savings on a once-in-a-lifetime family trip. Therefore, set strict spending limits and stick to them. This could mean reducing one budget area to satisfy other needs, including emergencies and unforeseen costs.
Having determined how much you are willing to spend, it is now time to figure out how to get to the destination. Many families wonder whether to fly or how far they can drive, especially when taking a holiday to a theme park. Unfortunately, there is no set mileage limit for driving versus flying. You can use Google maps to determine the quickest route via scenic locations if you’ll go by car. If you have driven or flown with kids and didn’t enjoy either, measure flying costs vs the benefit of reduced travel time. You may be better off taking a road trip. In that case, ensure your vehicle is up to scratch. For example, if you are taking a road trip in a Mini, you can find specialist technicians at any Mini dealership to put your car in excellent condition for an amazing experience.
Prioritise health and safety
The safety and well-being of kids are a primary concern for every parent, and holidays are no exception. There are a few things worth considering, including the availability of doctors or healthcare at your proposed destination. It is vital to know any required vaccination if you travel out of the country. Travel protection plans are usually advised for family and other travel types. This way, you can protect your family from the unexpected, including medical expenses, trip delays or interruptions and cancellation fees.
If you want to have a perfect family holiday, begin planning before you leave. Paying attention to these details should ensure a terrific, stress-free family holiday for the entire family.
Almost every loving parent wants to raise a happy family and reap the benefits of happy family life. One way to achieve this is to know and prepare yourself for the challenges of raising a family. Being a parent comes with numerous challenges, from raising kids to dealing with health issues and financial constraints. Parenting today also offers newer challenges, especially as society continues to change and newer demands, requirements, and new parenting styles emerge. If you’re preparing to be a parent soon, here are some challenges you can expect to face.
Family breakdowns, relationship problems, and single-parenting
It’s probably safe to assume that no well-meaning person builds a family, hoping it will all fall apart soon, but it happens. Family breakdowns and separations are becoming even more common than you think. Therefore, it’s important to know what to do when you find yourself facing the possibilities of divorce, single-parenting, or child custody issues. In every case, your first and best attempt should be to find solutions to what’s threatening your marriage. However, you can always consult experienced solicitors in family law to assist you if these family issues arise.
Combining work with parenting
Many households deal with major challenges in their career as they struggle to juggle the demanding responsibilities of work and parenting. While your prime objective for working may be to keep your family clothed, sheltered, and fed, you don’t want to devote all your attention to work. Children, especially, need the constant presence of their parents to offer them the emotional support they need through various phases of their lives. You should learn how best to balance work requirements and family life so that one does not adversely affect the other.
Dealing with expectations
Every parent had some expectations of what their family lives would look like. You want your children to do well in good schools, a stable financial life, a nice family car, and frequent family vacations. But family life does not always turn out the way you dreamed of or expected. Expectations are great, but you need to make sure that they are realistic and attainable.
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Lack of emotional bonding
A lack of emotional connection is another thing many parents struggle with concerning their families. Several things can lead to this, including a lack of time, job, and stress, to mention a few. Failing to spend time with your family or connect with them emotionally has several consequences, especially for your children. For example, children may refrain from sharing their troubles with their parents and can easily go astray as a result.
Financial issues and quality of life
Financial issues are some of the main challenges many families face, especially when children come into the picture. Debt and money issues have resulted in many families falling apart. With the current standard of living going up worldwide, many families are beginning to face a lot more financial pressure than they used to. This has affected the quality of life of many families.
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