Forum

Moderator

Details

I love Bedfordshire because it has a great mix of busy towns and beautiful contryside. Nothing is nicer than strolling along Bedford river on a lazy Sunday afternoon.

The best attraction in Bedfordshire has to be Woburn. You have the Safari park for the kids and the Abbey for the older generation it caters for all tastes. Also you can't beat a good fun afternoon at Oasis swimming pool!

The best place to visit in Berkshire is: Windsor.

You'll love Berkshire because: You have lots of places to visit including Windsor Castle.

The best attraction in Berkshire is: Legoland in Windsor.

I love Bristol because of the history behind it and there's so much to do, some free.

The best place to visit in Bristol is: the zoo (for children)

The shopping centre in Bristol is great because: it's all being knocked down and done up, it's going to be fantastic.

You'll love Bristol because: it's a fun lively city.

My favourite family restaurant in Bristol is: Pizza hut - Hengrove (we have class!!!!)

The best attraction in Bristol is: @ Bristol/SS Great Britain/Zoo/Clifton Suspension Bridge

I love Buckinghamshire because it's a good mix of modern and traditional, there is loads of beautiful countryside as well as nice, clean shopping centres.

The shopping centre in Milton Keynes is great because it's huge, bright and airy and has every shop you could need, plus it's right in the centre so easy to get to. It also has a very handy market right outside!

The best attraction in Buckinghamshire is Gullivers! Brilliant day our for both parents and their children!

I love Cambridgeshire because many parts of it are very picturesque and it is dotted with quaint "thatched roof" type villages and country pubs which serve amazing homecooked food!
The best place to visit in Cambridgeshire is Cambridge itself - it offers a whole host of great things to see and do and it steeped in history, boasting the beautiful college buildings, the river, and a great outdoor shopping centre with some lovely posh clothes shops! Parking is a bit of a nightmare but the local park and ride scheme works really well so there's no need to drive into the centre if you don't want to.

My favourite family restaurant is a lovely little Italian place in Huntingdon called Prima. The food is wonderful, well priced, and families are always made welcome. They have a fantastic set lunchtime menu but you'll have to book if you want a table in the evening as I'm not the only person who loves it there and it gets booked up fairly quickly!
A great family day out is a little place called Hamerton Zoo near Sawtry, just off the A1 towards Peterborough. Its reasonably priced and is small enough for little legs to cope with wandering around the whole zoo. As well as a gorgeous white tiger and cheetahs, there is a petting zoo where you can feed the goats and a small cafe and gift shop.

I love Cheshire because:
Cheshire has wonderful lush countryside, from stately houses to visit such as Arley Hall, Lyme Park and of course Tatton Park. A wonderful city centre such as Chester, old towns such as Sandbach with its black and white buildings and the Saxon crosses on the cobbles. Cheshire also has its war time places to visit such as the bunker in Nantwich as a prime example.

Do you want a garden centre? Then there is Bridgemere Garden World and Stapeley Water Gardens. Bridgemere has its own separate farm park which is ideal for the families to visit. Stapeley water gardens have many pets, fish (including Koi carp) and the Tropical gardens where you can see parrots, small sharks, turtles and not forgetting the wonderful little monkeys.

The best place to visit in Cheshire is: Chester! Not only does it have its old fashioned, beautiful architectural buildings, old cathedral and roman walls it also has the local Chester Zoo, Chester Races, Cheshire Oaks is situated at Ellesmere Port with its vast amount of shopping outlets at discount prices. Chester is not the only favourite place to shop in my eyes, I love Nantwich, as with Chester, Nantwich has its black and white Tudor buildings too, as does Sandbach.

I love visiting Stapeley Water gardens, the tropical gardens are lovely and warm and the monkeys are my favourite animals and the iguanas are my favourite amphibians.

The shopping centre in Chester is great because: Chester caters for all ages, from the modern to older generation boutiques, from toy shops to the antique shops. Chester has a large variety of antique shops and also places to eat! Chester isn't the only shopping centre in Cheshire, Sandbach is one of my favourites!

Sandbach is home to the manufacturing of Foden Lorries, old fashioned buildings and its annual Elizabethan market on the first Monday in May. Sandbach is, like many Cheshire towns, known for its market. If you ever get the chance to visit Sandbach you will see the Old Saxon crosses on the cobbles, protected by fencing now yet when I was younger you could happily sit on the steps beside the crosses. Make sure once you are on the cobbles to visit Williams Delicatessen, mmm the smell of coffee from there and the smells inside of fresh meat and cheeses, it surely makes my mouth water on the occasions we visit.

You'll love Cheshire because: The architecture of many of the towns, Northwich with its Anderton boat lift, Chester with its Roman walls, Sandbach with its Saxon crosses, Nantwich with its Tudor style, black and white buildings, Macclesfield because of the Silk industry.

My favourite family restaurant in Cheshire is: Conti's, Conti's is situated in Disley, a lovely Italian in Disley Cheshire (Disley is on the border between Derbyshire and Cheshire) If you visit Conti's with your children, they are allowed to help create their own pizzas, my Son, Declan did as such and he really enjoyed the experience and the welcoming atmosphere of the staff. The food is plentiful and gorgeous!

The best attractions in Cheshire are: Chester zoo and Stapeley Water gardens, both not far off the local motorways and both featuring plenty of different animals, insects and amphibians, I could never have one favourite attraction, I love the countryside to walk in and explore when the weather is far too nice to be stood in shops

I love Cleveland because:
We have the best of both worlds, close to the beautiful North York Moors and a stunning coastline!

The shopping centres in Middlesbrough are great because: They have a good selection of well known stores.

I love Cornwall because: itīs got variety and life, from countryside to beach to city its got everything you need 2 degrees warmer than the rest of the country!

The best place to visit in Cornwall is: all the little fishing villages as they hold so many little tresures from sea food to beautiful beaches. The shopping centre in Truro is great because: its the only one!

You'll love Cornwall because: it feels like you are on holiday with gorgeous beaches, friendly locals and great food from pasties to ice cream to fish!

My favourite family restaurant in Cornwall is: the Inn on the Shore, on a cliff edge above Seaton and downderry beach. It has amazing sea views and gorgeous food with a very family atmosphere. A raised deck above the beach allows you to watch the sea and if itīs breezy sit in the conservatory for gorgeous views while you eat!

The best attraction in Cornwall is: its gorgeous beaches however we have some great theme parks, animal sanctuaries, farms, cycle trails, walks and much much more

I love Cumbria because within minutes you can be in the middle of nowhere alone with your thoughts; countless views to get lost in.

The best place to visit in Cumbria is Hard Knott Pass, absolutely stunning scenery and a drive right through the hills. Windermere is a great place to visit, not least because it is the home of Lakeland Limited, but also because there is no nicer place to be on a sunny Summer afternoon. Why not take a boat ride on the lake?

The best shopping centres in Cumbria are The Lanes, Carlisle and Rheged in Penrith. Barrow is also rapidly gaining Kudos.

The best attraction in Cumbria is the Sellafield Visitors Centre - fun for kids and parents too!

I love Derbyshire because there's some fantastic places to visit and it doesn't cost the earth. Lots of lovely walks or bike rides round scenic countryside with plenty of fresh air for children.

The best attraction in Derbyshire is Alton Towers. Fun for all the family of various ages.

I love Devon because: It has cool cities and beautiful countryside and everyone has a sunny disposition!

The best place to visit in Devon is: The country! Long or short walks, nature, wildlife and some gorgeous private beaches

The shopping centre in Plymouth or Exeter are great because: they give you everything you need under two stylish roofs with bars to go with them!

You'll love Devon because: we have the best of everything, bars, restaurants, countryside, beaches, and shops!

My favourite family restaurant in Devon is: Bar Ha Ha Plymouth, great menu, high chairs, food cooked from scratch and lovely surroundings

The best attraction in Devon is: one of the many farms and theme parks!

I love Dorset because I grew up there and it has the best scenery in the World (as far as I am concerned, anyway).

The best place to visit in Dorset is Corfe Castle.

The best attraction in Dorset is Abbotsbury - Children's Farm, Botanical Gardens and Swannery.

I love Durham because: It's such a beautiful city surounded by lovely countryside.

The best place to visit in Durham is: Hall Hill Farm

The shopping centre in Durham is great because: The city centre is gorgeous, you can shop, have lunch, grab a coffee and enjoy a walk by the river.

My favourite family restaurant in Durham is: Broomside Park

The best attraction in Durham is: Beamish Museum

Suzy: I love East Sussex because there so much to do, loads of places to visit, the countryside is beautiful and there are lots of beaches.

Mel: I love East Sussex because of it's open spaces, Countryside, historic places.

The best place to visit in East Sussex is the old town in Hastings with all it's historic houses, fish market and Beaches.

The shopping centres in Hastings, Eastbourne and Brighton are great because they have a variety of shops to choose from.

You'll love East Sussex because it combines historic places with new modern.

My favourite family restaurant is in Hastings which is Brewster's as it has a Charlie chalk and if you are coming into town from somewhere else there is a premier inn right next door with family rooms to stay in..

The best attractions in East Sussex are Smugglers adventure, Hastings. Paradise Park, Newhaven. Knockhatch adventure park, Hailsham. Drusilla's, Alfriston.

I love Gloucester because: It has everything you need in one place.

The best place to visit in Gloucester is: Cheltenham racecourse for the festivals.

The shopping centre in Gloucester is great because: it's got a great mix of shops, something for everyone.

You'll love Gloucester because: It's a very picturesque county, lots of history and loads of pretty old houses.

My favourite family restaurant in Gloucester is: The Blackhorse Inn, Stroud

The best attraction in Gloucester is: Slimbridge W & W trust

The shopping Centre in Manchester is great because... we have all the large main stores, good variety of shops for young and old, great shops for little ones too, massive new Disney Store too.

My favourite family restaurant in Greater Manchester is... Chiquito at Ashton Moss.

I love Hampshire because we have the most beautiful countryside in the New Forest with gorgeous picturesque villages throughout and yet are still lucky enough to be by the beach as well.

The best place to visit in Hampshire is the New Forest, because there is so much to do and so many different things to see. You'll never see every part of it, because it's so vast. The Royal Victoria Country Park is also a great day out.

There are some good shopping centres in Hampshire - West Quay, Southampton - Gun Wharf, Portsmouth - Whitely Outlet Park in Whitely and the large Marks & Spencers/Sainsburys at Hedge End to name but a few. Something for everyone.

My favourite family restaurant in Hampshire is Pizza Express on Oxford St because it's great for the kids but as adults you still feel you are getting a nice meal. Most of the pubs in Hampshire welcome families and some have play areas.

I love Hereford because I love the countryside, and there are so many places to take the kids for walks, or picnics. The shops are great, plenty of places to eat out, and we also now have Play Planet, a soft play center for children of all ages. If you are feeling energetic, you could always walk part of the Offas Dyke trail. It is said to be the most picturesque of all Nature Trails. At 150 miles long,it starts in Chepstow, passes through the Brecon Beacons National Park, and ends up in Prestatyn, Wales.

The best place to visit in Hereford is....well my kids would say Play Planet, and I would say the shops!! But as a family, we go to Symonds Yat Leisure Park. It has some attractions for the kids, but also a lovely boat ride down the River Wye. There are various gardens to visit, and a Small Breeds Farm in Kington.

The shopping centre in Hereford is great because they have many shops for kids clothes and accessories, but there is also plenty for parents too. I am sure whatever you are after, you will find it in Hereford. There are many well known shops, some maybe smaller than the average size, but whatever you cannot buy, you can normally order in for collection. You'll love Hereford because it is steeped in History. If you like Black and White trails, little villages filled with original features, friendly inhabitants always willing to say Hello! , Castles, ruins, Nature Trails, and much much more.

My favourite family restaurant in Hereford is The Hungry Horse. It caters for families, and has a play area outside for children. The food is really delicious, and you have to try Candy Mania, a HUGE desert for two to share. The plates are generous, and the price is low.

The best attractions in Hereford are the castles. If you like a bit of History, there are lots of castles and ruins to visit. Eastnor, Croft, Goodrich and Richards Castle to name but a few. Great day out for the family, and bring a picnic along!! There is also the Cider Museum for the adults ;-)

I love Lancashire because no matter whereabouts you go, you are always met with a friendly face.
The best place to visit in Lancashire is Blackpool!! The shopping centre in Lancashire is great because we have so many centres to choose from and all within a short distance.

You'll love Lancashire because we have the best hot pot! My favourite family restaurant in Lancashire is a good old fashioned Lancashire pub with home cooked food.
The best attraction in Lancashire is Blackpool tower. With the new Jungle Jims and the circus it is a great family day out.

I love Leicester because it has some beautiful countryside places to walk with your children and there are lots of fun places to go

I especially like TwinLakes park in Melton Mowbray as its great for a day out with the kids with so much to do and see.Indoor and outdoor fun with lots of rides for all ages.

Jules: I love London because it is exciting, historical and so multi-cultural

The best attraction in Merseyside is: Knowsley Safari ParkThe best place to visit in Merseyside is: The Albert Dock

I love Nottinghamshire because it always reminds me of where I was finally proposed to! You'll love

Nottinghamshire because there is just so much to do and to see.

The best attraction is Nottingham Castle.

My favourite watering hole is the Pitcher & Piano (Unitarian Church) in Nottingham centre.

I love Shropshire because I love the countryside, the scenery is beautiful and there's nothing better than a wander round one of the peaceful villages with an ice cream in the summer!!

The shopping centre in Telford is great because there are plenty of shops so you'll always find what you need and when the children get fed up and start nagging you can go outside to the huge park!!

I love Somerset because: Its sooo beautiful and there's so much history.

The best places to visit in Somerset are: Cheddar gorge/Clarks village/Weston Super Mare

The shopping centre in Somerset is great because: You can get great stuff at knock down prices (Clarks Village-Street)

You'll love Somerset because: its a nice laid back county.My favourite family restaurant in Somerset is: The Star-Congresbury (but might be changed to The Battle axes in Wraxall after Sunday. (like to keep you on your toes :)')

The best attraction in Somerset is: Cheddar Gorge.

I love Staffordshire because of the beautiful hills, stone walls and friendly people.
The best place to visit in Staffordshire is Ramshaw Rocks.

The best attraction in Staffordshire is Alton Towers!

I love Tyne and Wear because: It's got all the benefits of a big city (shopping, places to go etc) with countryside and beaches just a short journey away!
The best place to visit in Tyne and Wear is: The Metro Centre! The shopping centre in Tyne and Wear is great because: It's one of the biggest in Europe, possibly THE biggest. It has EVERYTHING you could possibly need. And I have yet to get lost there!
You'll love Tyne and Wear because: It has something for everyone, Premiership football team for sports fans, shopping for spendaholics, nightlife for boogieing on down!
My favourite family restaurant in Tyne and Wear is: Wagamama. It's brilliant for kids and adults!
The best attraction in Tyne and Wear is: The Hoppings in Gosforth. Only comes once a year but it's a North Eastern institution!

Ireland

Scotland

I love the Borders because of the beautiful rolling countryside and pretty wee towns. The best place to visit in the Borders is Kelso.
The shopping in the Borders is great because you can find loads of locally produced items.
You'll love the Borders because there's a great mix of history and lovely scenery.
My favourite family restaurant in the Borders is fish and chips in Eyemouth.
The best attraction in the Borders is Floors Castle.

The best attraction in Lanarkshire is Strathclyde Theme Park, with lots to do for all ages.
The shopping centre in East Kilbride, Lanarkshire is fantastic as it has a varied range of shops suiting all needs, from the pound shop to designer shops!

I love the Highlands and Islands because they are so beautiful and unspoilt.
The best place to visit in the Highlands and Islands are the Wester Ross beaches.
The shopping centre in Inverness is great because it has all the high street stores and more.
You'll love the Highlands and Islands because you are guaranteed a warm welcome. My favourite family restaurant in the Highlands and Islands is the Mustard Seed in Inverness.
The best attraction in the Highlands and Island is the beaches or Callanish standing stones.

I love Lothian because it's where I was born and raised.The best place to visit in Lothian is the Old Town of Edinburgh.
The shopping centre in Lothian is great because there's a Harvey Nicks!
You'll love Lothian because there is so much to see and do.My favourite family restaurant in Lothian is ice cream at Di Rollos or Lucas in Musselburgh.
The best attraction in Lothian is Edinburgh Zoo.

I love Strathclyde because it's got everything - cosmopolitan cities and great countryside.
The best place to visit in Strathclyde is Loch Lomond.The shopping centre in Strathclyde is great because it's the best shopping outside London.

You'll love Strathclyde because there is so much to do.My favourite family restaurant in Strathclyde is either the fish and chip van in Tobermory or Primo's in Milngavie.
The best attraction in Strathclyde is the Glasgow Science Centre.

I love Gwent because: It's home, I have lived here all my life. In different towns but always in Gwent. I can't imagine living anywhere else. It's friendly and you have everything on your doorstep.

The best place to visit in Gwent is: There is so many. You have the community Farm which was a big part of my childhood and now my children love it to. You have plenty of places to walk the canal, mountains, country parks, sea side walks.

You'll love Gwent because: It's family-friendly and there is so much to do. You could chose to live in the countryside or in centre of town. You can be in countryside within a few miles whereever you live in Gwent.

My favourite family restaurant in Gwent is: Again there are so man, all your usual fast food outlets and pubs. Our faves are Toby Cavery and the Milltavern in Cwmbran who will also do a bowl of baby Mush and will also deliver your roast dinners to your front door!

My favourite family resturant in Mid Galmorgan is Pentrebach House, Merthyr Tydfil