Hinksey Lido Outdoor Pool Review

Biggest child has been on cub camp all week and I offered to help them out when they went swimming. Obviously that also gave me chance to do a sneaky review of Hinksey Outdoor Pool (aka Lido) in Oxford too. What’s the difference between an outdoor pool and a lido? I have no idea but […]

Whizz Kidz Review

The Review Whizzkidz in Thame is one of the biggest soft play centres near Aylesbury. It also seems to be the most popular with parents. When I went to do the Whizz Kidz review it was fairly early in the morning and I thought I’d be able to get some child free photos, but it […]

Oxford Natural History Museum Review

Oxford’s Natural History Museum is in the heart of Oxford and, although fairly small, has so much to entertain the kids, including lots of hands-on exhibits

Cutteslowe Park and Splash Park

The largest park in Oxford. Three playgrounds, miniature railway, splash park, lake, woodland, nature reserve and crazy golf. Reviewed by Free Time with the Kids

Roundhead Drive, Thame playground

This is a brilliant playground in Thame. There’s a toddler area based around a sand pit and a large playground area for older kids.

Blenheim Palace Review

Blenheim palace is simply stunning and it’s a fantastic place for children. There is so much for them to do and with tickets valid for a year there will be plenty of opportunities to explore it all.

Grey’s Court

One of the smaller NT properties in Oxfordshire. The gardens are lovely but the kids area isn’t as good as it used to be.

Aston Rowant Nature Reserve Review

With stunning views across Aylesbury Vale and the Chilterns this is a lovely, free woodland walk.

Cogges Manor Farm

An open farm in Witney that has lots to offer in addition to the animals. Plus it’s one of the locations used for Downton Abbey.

What’s on at Easter – Bucks, Beds, Herts and Oxon

A guide to family Easter activities and events across Bucks, Herts, Beds and Oxon.