Days Out

Pantomimes are not just for Christmas with the National Forest Adventure Farm putting on a pantomime as part of its Easter Eggstravaganza event called ‘The Mystery of the Egg Snaffler.’

Pantomimes and Christmas have always been traditionally at the same time but a trend is emerging for pantomimes also taking place at Easter, with The Big Panto Guide listing over 22 pantomimes across the UK.

With a newly renovated animal barn, Easter Bunny Trail and an Easter pantomime

National Forest Adventure Farm, located near Burton upon Trent, is celebrating the return of its Easter Eggstravaganza event from 9th to 24th April 2022 which promises lots of animal encounters and for the first time ever, the staging of a live and interactive Easter pantomime.

Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens has created a programme of year-round entertainment for visitor groups, families and others planning days out in 2022. With 200 years of history and an extensive campaign to restore the Grade I Listed gardens, visitors are assured of plenty to see and do on the 240 acre estate say the owners. 

Described as ‘the finest woodland gardens in England’, the estate is renowned internationally for its seasonal displays of floral colours, with its rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias, and magnolias. 

By pairing wearable tech with a group of fun-seeking youngsters, scientists have discovered the formula for providing children with a ‘magically thrilling’ perfect day out they will always remember - and it involves 17 minutes of thrills, 8 minutes of mental activity, 15 minutes of relaxation and 20 minutes independent play every hour.

The perfect formula for a perfect kids’ day out

Indeed, winter this year isn't going to be the same as in previous years. With the current Covid-19 pandemic making it hard for us to visit friends and family, you may be wondering what things you can do around the UK to bring a little excitement to winter.