![[AD] We are absolutely thrilled to announce that we are Barracuda Ambassadors again this year.
With Easter just around the corner, the boys were sent the @barracudas_activity_day_camps new camp kit in preparation for the school holidays.
There’s a wide range of activities for kids aged 4.5 - 14 including Tennis, Archery, Basketball, Arts & Crafts and more.
If you like the sound of Barracudas, find out more over on their website. You can also save £20 a week or £4 a day, using my discount code: MARIA20](https://storage.googleapis.com/stateless-www-suburban-mum-com/2023/03/aa004e9d-337327232_3347621672145747_6958750057427557935_n-180x320.jpg)
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Last weekend we were invited to try out @tsarettaspice’s new Bottomless Brunch menu and I can tell you it was thumbs up all round!
There’s a good choice tapas on offer from Punjabi fish fingers, Indo Chinese Chicken to Spiced Lamb Scotch Eggs and Manchurian Cauliflower (which was amazing!)
If you’re local to Twickenham and fancy giving them a try here’s are the details.
Tsaretta Spice Bottomless Brunch
⭐️£37.50 per head for bottomless Prosecco or cocktail of the day
⭐️£55 per head for bottomless Champagne
⭐️ Food included: 4 tapas selections and dessert or 2 tapas selections, a pav or naanwich and dessert
⭐️ Non-alcohol brunch is also available
Tsaretta Spice
55 Church Street
Twickenham
TW1 3NR
You can also read our full review over on the blog (link in bio)](https://storage.googleapis.com/stateless-www-suburban-mum-com/2023/03/d63fb514-333324764_3585822551653806_1461730182166520034_n-180x320.jpg)
![[AD] What does family look like for you?
I am fortunate to be surrounded by strong, powerful women in the form of my mum, sister and mother-in-law (along with many others). With Mother’s Day just around the corner, @BootsUK want to celebrate all the different mums and mother figures we are lucky enough to have in our lives. They have a huge range of Mother’s Day gifts to choose from so we can show them how much they mean to us. (swipe to take a look at some of my choices)
If you want to express love and appreciation for the mother figure(s) in your life, head to Boots.com to find the ideal gift. They have a whole host of gifts, so you can be sure to find something to suit all tastes. Celebrate the #LoveForAllMums this Mother’s Day with Boots.
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![📚 Are you ready for World Book Day? 📚
[AD - Gifted] I don't know about you, but I have never made the boys a costume for #WorldBookDay. I just don't have it in me to be creative that way. Their costumes have always been bought or cobbled together with what we already have, and luckily, the school allow you to wear pyjamas to school, which makes things a lot easier!
M has been living in his @TheRealTomGates pyjamas recently, and I think he might wear these when his World Book Day dress-up day comes around (the school celebrate with Book Week rather than just Book Day)
The boys have been fans of Tom Gates for a while now. M has always loved reading books that make him laugh and contain humour - they tend to keep him engaged in reading.
Did you know that there are now 20 Tom Gates storybooks to get stuck into? Ideal for kids aged 6-12, the series consists of feel-good, hilarious books full of photos and stories about Tom's life at home and school. Best of all, you can read them in any order.
The latest book is Tom Gates: Happy to Help (Eventually), and along with the pyjamas, you can pick them up from @GeorgeAtAsda just in time for World Book Day!
There's also a range of Tom Gates items, including games, puzzles and greeting cards at major retailers.
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We went to check out the newly opened @laserquestkingston last week.
Laserquest, VR Experiences and Arcades all under one roof means only one thing - bundles of fun and games for the kids at really affordable prices.
Laserquest games start from just £7.95 but you can also buy a Laserquest and VR Experiene combo pass.
You need to purchase tokens for the arcades (they’re all 1 token to play). Arcade tokens are 6 for £5 or 12 for £10
Feeling super lucky that this is practically on our doorstep and we will definitely be back again because Mr H came second in our Laserquest game and refuses to be beaten by E!
Do you have a Laserquest near you?
#Laserquest #LaserquestKingston #LaserTag #ActivitiesForKids #ThingsToDoWithKids #FamilyFun #IndoorActivities #Kingston #DaysOutWithKids #RainyDayFun #SurreyFamilyDaysout #SurreyMummy #SurreyDaysOut #SurreyLife #SurreyMums #FamilyDaysOut #LifeWithKids #LifeWithBoys #Familyof4 #Familydayout #Familyfunday](https://storage.googleapis.com/stateless-www-suburban-mum-com/2022/11/28c60989-316091191_1767700090262610_8985686719346908962_n-180x320.jpg)
![[AD] As Stay Active Ambassadors, the boys have been testing out another one of @CharacterToys products this month.
The Jump-It Wipeout is a musical jump challenge where you try to beat the rotating soft foam jump bar. The aim is to either jump until the time is up or until you Wipeout!
The boys have LOVED testing this out and it’s kept them busy over half-term.
⭐ Great for competing with family and friends of all ages, Jump-It Wipeout will test your timing, reactions, agility and fitness.
⭐ It can be used both indoors and outdoors, you just need a big enough indoor area for them to use while jumping. Although we’ve had very mild weather for October, the game is a good way to keep them busy active when it’s wet and miserable outside.
I’ve written a full review over on the blog: https://www.suburban-mum.com/jump-it-wipeout-review/
The Stay Active Jump-It Wipeout is suitable for children aged 6+ and is available from @smythstoys for £59.99
#StayActiveWithCharacter #JumpItWipeout #Wipeout #ActiveKids #KidsActivities #StayActive #OutdoorToys #IndoorToys #HealthyKids #HealthyMind #ActiveKidsAreHappyKids #ExplorerKids #letsgolittles #SmythsToys #FitnessToys #ScreenfreeTime #JumpingGame #IndoorGames #kidsfitness](https://storage.googleapis.com/stateless-www-suburban-mum-com/2022/11/46ed5343-313798019_1479192799216153_4591551058142690084_n-180x320.jpg)
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The boys had a lovely afternoon at @wahaca Southbank today. As well as munching on some delicious mexcian style street food, they also had the opportunity to paint sugar skulls ready for #DiaDeLosMuertos
Wahaca, Southbank is providing FREE sugar skulls and paints between 27th- 28th October when you dine in.
#DayOfTheDead #SugarSkull #DiaDeLosMuertos #Wahaca #DiaDeMuertos #SugarSkullPainting #HalfTermActivities #HalfTermFun #HalfTerm #MexicanFood #WahacaSouthbank #SouthbankLondon #MexicanTradition #VisitLondon #MyFamilyAdventures #SurreyFamilyDaysOut #SurreyMummy #SurreyDaysOut #SurreyLife #SurreyMums #FamilyDaysOut #ActivitiesForChildren #KidsCreativity #FunWithKids #KidsActivityIdeas #KidsActivity #kidsactivites](https://storage.googleapis.com/stateless-www-suburban-mum-com/2022/10/fc27d673-313102962_168738295825904_2078816597663441967_n-180x320.jpg)
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We had so much fun on the after-dark twilight trail @polesdenlaceynt last week. The boys loved carrying lanterns for part of the trail.
IGNITE at Polesden Lacey is a lovely way to spend an autumn evening. The trail was really well done and what really topped it for us was the relaxing music that accompanied the trail throughout. It would make a great alternative to Bonfire night and a lovely half-term activity to do with kids. (check out the reel I made to give you a taste of what to expect)
IGNITE at Polesden Lacey is on now until Sunday, 6th November.
📍 IGNITE at Polesden Lacey, Great Bookham, RH5 6BD
🚆Best to visit by car, nearest stations are 3/4 miles away (Boxhill & Westhumble, Bookham and Dorking)
⏰ Trail is 3/4 mile long
☕️ Cafe, food vans and gift shop
🎫 Admission prices from: Adult £16.50, Child £12.50, Family £56 (2 adults & 2 children). Free entry for carers and children aged 2 & under. Parking £7.00 per car or free for National Trust members.](https://storage.googleapis.com/stateless-www-suburban-mum-com/2022/10/a62d7a61-313023992_819971055982786_1239570198161581197_n-320x320.jpg)
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If you’re looking for an after-dark twilight trail in Surrey - look no further!
IGNITE at @polesdenlaceynt is back for 2022! It’s an enchanting walk around the gardens, led by glowing tree tunnels and flickering flames, with beautiful light installations along the way.
I’ve written about our visit in more detail in a blog post: https://www.suburban-mum.com/twilight-trail-ignite-at-polesden-lacey/
IGNITE at Polesden Lacey is on now until Sunday 6th November.
#IgniteAtPolesdenLacey #LightTrail #IgniteTrails #AutumnNights #PolesdenLacey #Surrey #IgniteTrails #UKEvents #AutumnTrails #Ignite #Iluminations #SurreyTrails #NationalTrustUK #WinterEvenings #surreyfamilydaysout #surreymummy #surreydaysout #surreylife #surreymums #familydaysout #outdoorsandfree #outdoorsandhappy #whatevertheweatherkids #wheremywelliestakeme #takeyourkidsoutside #takeyourkids #whatevertheweather #outdoorsfamilylife](https://storage.googleapis.com/stateless-www-suburban-mum-com/2022/10/4ae3b0a3-312632177_1839956149687330_3390640126357963892_n-180x320.jpg)
![[AD] As part of role as a Stay Active Amabassador we are reviewing some products from @CharacterToys over the summer. 👟 🏃♀️🏃♂️
This month we are looking at Kickerball ⚽
⚽ Suitable for kids aged 6+
⚽ Swerve and kick the ball like a pro
⚽ Master 3 shots: under the ball, side of the ball and center of the ball
I've written a review over on my blog https://www.suburban-mum.com/kickerball-review/
KickerBall is available from @SmythToys and it's a great way to keep the kids active, improving movement, balance, coordination, social skills, self-esteem and confidence.
#StayActiveWithCharacter #ActiveKids #KickerBall #Football
#BeginnersFootball #FootballTraining #FootballTricks #KidsActivities #StayActive #OutdoorToys #HealthyKids #HealthyMind #ActiveKidsAreHappyKids #ExplorerKids #letsgolittles](https://storage.googleapis.com/stateless-www-suburban-mum-com/2022/08/235ded86-298514727_376036434697821_8193201025084900436_n-180x320.jpg)
![[AD] We’re super excited to be chosen to be Stay Active Ambassadors alongside Olympic Champion @gregjrutherford. Over the summer months ☀️, we will be tasked with reviewing some products from @CharacterToys' Stay Active range. 👟 🏃♀️🏃♂️
This month the boys have been getting to grips with the Hip Hoppa.
Suitable for kids aged 6+, it can be:
⭐ used both indoors & outdoors
⭐ is a fun bouncing game
⭐ helps with improving your balance & coordination
⭐ buildings your core strength, fitness & stamina
The Hip Hoppa is available from @veryuk
#StayActiveWithCharacter #ActiveKids #HipHoppa #KidsActivities #StayActive #OutdoorToys #HealthyKids #HealthyMind #ActiveKidsAreHappyKids #ExplorerKids #LetsGoLittles](https://storage.googleapis.com/stateless-www-suburban-mum-com/2022/07/28506104-293206242_583797389811841_1967735711404764506_n-180x320.jpg)
![[AD - Gifted] Stand out from the crowd with a @liferyder.uk scooter!
The boys have been getting lots of compliments on their new rides. M scoots to and from school on his every day and loves how fast they go. I've had a little go on them too and would love if they did an adult version so I can join in the fun.
I've written a full review of these awesome all-terrain scooters with interchangeable grahpics over on my blog (link in bio)
What do you think of the LIFERYDER scooters?](https://storage.googleapis.com/stateless-www-suburban-mum-com/2022/05/cdd32bb1-281410347_535988081492125_346083832230814773_n-320x320.jpg)
The sodding nursery bear left me this note!! (ok well he didn’t really but you get the gist)
Dear Mrs H and M,
I have to say I was excited to be coming home with M last week. I remember the first time I came home with E – we did so many fun things together.
This time round? Not so much – my teeth have not been brushed once. I have been in the same clothes nearly the whole time (bar the first day when I got changed into my pyjama top but with NO bottoms – the indignity!) AND have you not noticed the weather change? I have been in t-shirt and jeans ALL week!
I’ve not been fed or played with – it’s just pure cruelty to bears!!!
Friday comes round and I think you started to panic. You remembered the diary needs to be filled in with activities and that I needed to be returned.
I accompany you and M to the theatre whereby, for all of a few seconds I got to pose for photos before being discarded to the side. I got fed a few scraps here and there when M decided to be generous and had a ride in the buggy – again for photos.
Back home, I look pleadingly at E – he remembers me from before and I think he takes pity on me and plays with me (for a bit).
I can’t wait to be returned to nursery and tell them how I’ve suffered this week.
Never have I felt so unloved (well actually it happens quite regularly when I get sent to other homes but you don’t need to know that)
I hope I don’t have the misfortune of having to come and stay any more
Never again,
Douglas the Bear
![[AD] What does family look like for you?
I am fortunate to be surrounded by strong, powerful women in the form of my mum, sister and mother-in-law (along with many others). With Mother’s Day just around the corner, @BootsUK want to celebrate all the different mums and mother figures we are lucky enough to have in our lives. They have a huge range of Mother’s Day gifts to choose from so we can show them how much they mean to us. (swipe to take a look at some of my choices)
If you want to express love and appreciation for the mother figure(s) in your life, head to Boots.com to find the ideal gift. They have a whole host of gifts, so you can be sure to find something to suit all tastes. Celebrate the #LoveForAllMums this Mother’s Day with Boots.
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![[AD] What does family look like for you?
I am fortunate to be surrounded by strong, powerful women in the form of my mum, sister and mother-in-law (along with many others). With Mother’s Day just around the corner, @BootsUK want to celebrate all the different mums and mother figures we are lucky enough to have in our lives. They have a huge range of Mother’s Day gifts to choose from so we can show them how much they mean to us. (swipe to take a look at some of my choices)
If you want to express love and appreciation for the mother figure(s) in your life, head to Boots.com to find the ideal gift. They have a whole host of gifts, so you can be sure to find something to suit all tastes. Celebrate the #LoveForAllMums this Mother’s Day with Boots.
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![[AD] What does family look like for you?
I am fortunate to be surrounded by strong, powerful women in the form of my mum, sister and mother-in-law (along with many others). With Mother’s Day just around the corner, @BootsUK want to celebrate all the different mums and mother figures we are lucky enough to have in our lives. They have a huge range of Mother’s Day gifts to choose from so we can show them how much they mean to us. (swipe to take a look at some of my choices)
If you want to express love and appreciation for the mother figure(s) in your life, head to Boots.com to find the ideal gift. They have a whole host of gifts, so you can be sure to find something to suit all tastes. Celebrate the #LoveForAllMums this Mother’s Day with Boots.
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![📚 Are you ready for World Book Day? 📚
[AD - Gifted] I don't know about you, but I have never made the boys a costume for #WorldBookDay. I just don't have it in me to be creative that way. Their costumes have always been bought or cobbled together with what we already have, and luckily, the school allow you to wear pyjamas to school, which makes things a lot easier!
M has been living in his @TheRealTomGates pyjamas recently, and I think he might wear these when his World Book Day dress-up day comes around (the school celebrate with Book Week rather than just Book Day)
The boys have been fans of Tom Gates for a while now. M has always loved reading books that make him laugh and contain humour - they tend to keep him engaged in reading.
Did you know that there are now 20 Tom Gates storybooks to get stuck into? Ideal for kids aged 6-12, the series consists of feel-good, hilarious books full of photos and stories about Tom's life at home and school. Best of all, you can read them in any order.
The latest book is Tom Gates: Happy to Help (Eventually), and along with the pyjamas, you can pick them up from @GeorgeAtAsda just in time for World Book Day!
There's also a range of Tom Gates items, including games, puzzles and greeting cards at major retailers.
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![📚 Are you ready for World Book Day? 📚
[AD - Gifted] I don't know about you, but I have never made the boys a costume for #WorldBookDay. I just don't have it in me to be creative that way. Their costumes have always been bought or cobbled together with what we already have, and luckily, the school allow you to wear pyjamas to school, which makes things a lot easier!
M has been living in his @TheRealTomGates pyjamas recently, and I think he might wear these when his World Book Day dress-up day comes around (the school celebrate with Book Week rather than just Book Day)
The boys have been fans of Tom Gates for a while now. M has always loved reading books that make him laugh and contain humour - they tend to keep him engaged in reading.
Did you know that there are now 20 Tom Gates storybooks to get stuck into? Ideal for kids aged 6-12, the series consists of feel-good, hilarious books full of photos and stories about Tom's life at home and school. Best of all, you can read them in any order.
The latest book is Tom Gates: Happy to Help (Eventually), and along with the pyjamas, you can pick them up from @GeorgeAtAsda just in time for World Book Day!
There's also a range of Tom Gates items, including games, puzzles and greeting cards at major retailers.
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![📚 Are you ready for World Book Day? 📚
[AD - Gifted] I don't know about you, but I have never made the boys a costume for #WorldBookDay. I just don't have it in me to be creative that way. Their costumes have always been bought or cobbled together with what we already have, and luckily, the school allow you to wear pyjamas to school, which makes things a lot easier!
M has been living in his @TheRealTomGates pyjamas recently, and I think he might wear these when his World Book Day dress-up day comes around (the school celebrate with Book Week rather than just Book Day)
The boys have been fans of Tom Gates for a while now. M has always loved reading books that make him laugh and contain humour - they tend to keep him engaged in reading.
Did you know that there are now 20 Tom Gates storybooks to get stuck into? Ideal for kids aged 6-12, the series consists of feel-good, hilarious books full of photos and stories about Tom's life at home and school. Best of all, you can read them in any order.
The latest book is Tom Gates: Happy to Help (Eventually), and along with the pyjamas, you can pick them up from @GeorgeAtAsda just in time for World Book Day!
There's also a range of Tom Gates items, including games, puzzles and greeting cards at major retailers.
](https://scontent-lhr8-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.29350-15/333692457_1190408291846814_4150250153482285535_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=8ae9d6&_nc_ohc=-XqfnzL1Ls8AX-6bj_e&_nc_ht=scontent-lhr8-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&oh=00_AfCA86gVD7Mb5YzEMyIwv682UgbLvdNg7LwA16V3VU1xGA&oe=6425966F)
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We had so much fun on the after-dark twilight trail @polesdenlaceynt last week. The boys loved carrying lanterns for part of the trail.
IGNITE at Polesden Lacey is a lovely way to spend an autumn evening. The trail was really well done and what really topped it for us was the relaxing music that accompanied the trail throughout. It would make a great alternative to Bonfire night and a lovely half-term activity to do with kids. (check out the reel I made to give you a taste of what to expect)
IGNITE at Polesden Lacey is on now until Sunday, 6th November.
📍 IGNITE at Polesden Lacey, Great Bookham, RH5 6BD
🚆Best to visit by car, nearest stations are 3/4 miles away (Boxhill & Westhumble, Bookham and Dorking)
⏰ Trail is 3/4 mile long
☕️ Cafe, food vans and gift shop
🎫 Admission prices from: Adult £16.50, Child £12.50, Family £56 (2 adults & 2 children). Free entry for carers and children aged 2 & under. Parking £7.00 per car or free for National Trust members.](https://scontent-lhr8-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.29350-15/313023992_819971055982786_1239570198161581197_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=8ae9d6&_nc_ohc=0Xev7mNZp6cAX8M4z9j&_nc_ht=scontent-lhr8-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&oh=00_AfAZRlVZrsD_SMWxmLwIFIWtIi0bgyuaoauMRYtg3lyfnw&oe=64260D13)
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We had so much fun on the after-dark twilight trail @polesdenlaceynt last week. The boys loved carrying lanterns for part of the trail.
IGNITE at Polesden Lacey is a lovely way to spend an autumn evening. The trail was really well done and what really topped it for us was the relaxing music that accompanied the trail throughout. It would make a great alternative to Bonfire night and a lovely half-term activity to do with kids. (check out the reel I made to give you a taste of what to expect)
IGNITE at Polesden Lacey is on now until Sunday, 6th November.
📍 IGNITE at Polesden Lacey, Great Bookham, RH5 6BD
🚆Best to visit by car, nearest stations are 3/4 miles away (Boxhill & Westhumble, Bookham and Dorking)
⏰ Trail is 3/4 mile long
☕️ Cafe, food vans and gift shop
🎫 Admission prices from: Adult £16.50, Child £12.50, Family £56 (2 adults & 2 children). Free entry for carers and children aged 2 & under. Parking £7.00 per car or free for National Trust members.](https://scontent-lhr8-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.29350-15/312922970_127347766595077_6096102424207206843_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=8ae9d6&_nc_ohc=LWX46C8eLzUAX_4tsFF&_nc_ht=scontent-lhr8-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&oh=00_AfC5rjefOZYOLLsWBuPj_faLtrXIM8VU7SyXxSxZ9ypZTA&oe=6425C70B)
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We had so much fun on the after-dark twilight trail @polesdenlaceynt last week. The boys loved carrying lanterns for part of the trail.
IGNITE at Polesden Lacey is a lovely way to spend an autumn evening. The trail was really well done and what really topped it for us was the relaxing music that accompanied the trail throughout. It would make a great alternative to Bonfire night and a lovely half-term activity to do with kids. (check out the reel I made to give you a taste of what to expect)
IGNITE at Polesden Lacey is on now until Sunday, 6th November.
📍 IGNITE at Polesden Lacey, Great Bookham, RH5 6BD
🚆Best to visit by car, nearest stations are 3/4 miles away (Boxhill & Westhumble, Bookham and Dorking)
⏰ Trail is 3/4 mile long
☕️ Cafe, food vans and gift shop
🎫 Admission prices from: Adult £16.50, Child £12.50, Family £56 (2 adults & 2 children). Free entry for carers and children aged 2 & under. Parking £7.00 per car or free for National Trust members.](https://scontent-lhr8-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.29350-15/312847422_134661569328557_6655743419025366498_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=8ae9d6&_nc_ohc=BpfCNFCIZi8AX8LKJBO&_nc_ht=scontent-lhr8-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&oh=00_AfBjjy3JotZi-9_yEGsed9hPBqW4YZLxPPqLDhP1H-m_mQ&oe=6426D7AE)
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We had so much fun on the after-dark twilight trail @polesdenlaceynt last week. The boys loved carrying lanterns for part of the trail.
IGNITE at Polesden Lacey is a lovely way to spend an autumn evening. The trail was really well done and what really topped it for us was the relaxing music that accompanied the trail throughout. It would make a great alternative to Bonfire night and a lovely half-term activity to do with kids. (check out the reel I made to give you a taste of what to expect)
IGNITE at Polesden Lacey is on now until Sunday, 6th November.
📍 IGNITE at Polesden Lacey, Great Bookham, RH5 6BD
🚆Best to visit by car, nearest stations are 3/4 miles away (Boxhill & Westhumble, Bookham and Dorking)
⏰ Trail is 3/4 mile long
☕️ Cafe, food vans and gift shop
🎫 Admission prices from: Adult £16.50, Child £12.50, Family £56 (2 adults & 2 children). Free entry for carers and children aged 2 & under. Parking £7.00 per car or free for National Trust members.](https://scontent-lhr8-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.29350-15/312782373_808137167156374_1929436574389967987_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=8ae9d6&_nc_ohc=am3CiXz4NvMAX9Y4458&_nc_ht=scontent-lhr8-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&oh=00_AfDfBOAXNZV99VYl5tT7c4Jaz4Ng3PiFxbk0Dl9wylzN_g&oe=64272785)
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We had so much fun on the after-dark twilight trail @polesdenlaceynt last week. The boys loved carrying lanterns for part of the trail.
IGNITE at Polesden Lacey is a lovely way to spend an autumn evening. The trail was really well done and what really topped it for us was the relaxing music that accompanied the trail throughout. It would make a great alternative to Bonfire night and a lovely half-term activity to do with kids. (check out the reel I made to give you a taste of what to expect)
IGNITE at Polesden Lacey is on now until Sunday, 6th November.
📍 IGNITE at Polesden Lacey, Great Bookham, RH5 6BD
🚆Best to visit by car, nearest stations are 3/4 miles away (Boxhill & Westhumble, Bookham and Dorking)
⏰ Trail is 3/4 mile long
☕️ Cafe, food vans and gift shop
🎫 Admission prices from: Adult £16.50, Child £12.50, Family £56 (2 adults & 2 children). Free entry for carers and children aged 2 & under. Parking £7.00 per car or free for National Trust members.](https://scontent-lhr8-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.29350-15/313035707_205404378587881_3746478922535450389_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=8ae9d6&_nc_ohc=gTPYDysp34EAX8pnHsM&_nc_ht=scontent-lhr8-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&oh=00_AfC5nJ9_WXrdFgPCgnn9yOq1CaZr65HScMUnsDK_WID_iQ&oe=6427694E)
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We had so much fun on the after-dark twilight trail @polesdenlaceynt last week. The boys loved carrying lanterns for part of the trail.
IGNITE at Polesden Lacey is a lovely way to spend an autumn evening. The trail was really well done and what really topped it for us was the relaxing music that accompanied the trail throughout. It would make a great alternative to Bonfire night and a lovely half-term activity to do with kids. (check out the reel I made to give you a taste of what to expect)
IGNITE at Polesden Lacey is on now until Sunday, 6th November.
📍 IGNITE at Polesden Lacey, Great Bookham, RH5 6BD
🚆Best to visit by car, nearest stations are 3/4 miles away (Boxhill & Westhumble, Bookham and Dorking)
⏰ Trail is 3/4 mile long
☕️ Cafe, food vans and gift shop
🎫 Admission prices from: Adult £16.50, Child £12.50, Family £56 (2 adults & 2 children). Free entry for carers and children aged 2 & under. Parking £7.00 per car or free for National Trust members.](https://scontent-lhr8-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.29350-15/312981222_1400039603854935_3133573458232211599_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=8ae9d6&_nc_ohc=Vg5BpNQtnaYAX_F6DkH&_nc_ht=scontent-lhr8-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&oh=00_AfCc9SaD2V4QPsy2T_OdsfnXeoZ6REu4NYvOfB5nPf_Low&oe=64267D1D)
Haha! This is brilliant. It takes me back, we used to get the ‘bear’ for a night, oh the pressure xx
Lol love this! Poor little bear! There is such a pressure that the bear has a good time haha!
Gemma xx
This made me howl! Hayden brought home a “maths monkey” a little while ago. when he first arrived I had a tonne of ideas.. ten days later I was getting reminders from school to bring him back..without anything in it might I add 🙂 xx
Oh man the class bear! My daughter has one from school. It comes home for an evening and the weekend. I got home from working late one evening and realised my husband had left it in the car! The shame!
Haha! Hilarious! We haven’t had this joy yet but I will very tempted to do a spoof one when we do! #BloggersClubUk
hahaha this made me really laugh. We once had much loved nursery bear to visit us and we went to visit a park and then on the drive back home we realised that we had left him behind. We drove back but there was no sign of him. Oh the shame when I had to tell the nursery that I we had lost the bear
lol this is just so funny!! There is a similar thing at nursery too but they give it to the children to take care of it when they go away for holidays so the idea is to take photos of the Teddy Bear in different places or even exotic places!! 🙂 x
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This is so funny! It’s a great idea but maybe one more thing that busy mummies have to remember! #BloggersClubUk
hahaha this is so funny. Our nursery doesn’t do things like this. A good idea though. Even if it sometimes gets neglected haha. x
ha ha! All I could think is just how true that is. We get toys, items which are just neglected big time. Thanks for sharing this funny post and hope the bear is back at Nursery safe and sound. lol
Haha!! Aww I love this! Poor Douglas Bear!! I can’t wait until Baby Lighty gets to do this (she says now, still in a maternity leave bubble & not back at work!!)! I found your post via #bloggerclubuk 🙂
Ha ha this post is making me a tad grateful that Logan’s pre-school doesn’t do this now! 😉
Oh i’m so glad i never got to experience this lol!
Ha ha poor old Douglas! This really made me laugh 🙂 x
I love this! Gave me a right giggle! xx
This is so funny. I never knew that a nursery would do this. I still have a while before my little one goes to nursery.
Haha… Caspian starts nursery next week.. I hope they don’t have a bear! #KCACOLS
Nadia – ScandiMummy x
Haha, brilliant! I’ve heard of kids poor parents getting lumped with a rabbit or guinea pig over the weekend but never a bear! Hopefully there’s still time for a quick bribe before he has to go back 🙂 Thanks for hosting #KCACOLS
Debbie
Hee hee, glad my daughters nursery don’t have a bear!! #KCACOLS
Ah the pressure of the nursery bear! I’m sure one of my kids lost one and it took a huge effort to work our where on the farm he had been dropped! #KCACOLS
Haha! This really made me laugh! Our nursery doesn’t do things like this but I do love the idea though.
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Haha, this made me laugh. I didn’t realise there was such thing as nursery bears, they sound like they live a very sad life, haha. I’m sure your photos will have kept you out if trouble 🙂 x #kcacols
lol poor Douglas – he’s getting a taste of second childhood right there. I’m glad you got a few photos to mark the visit. #KCACOLS
Thanks so much for linking up to the first #BloggerClubUK, we really appreciate your support & hope to see you again this week x
oh bless, so funny! I hope my sons nursery doesn’t have a bear… #KCACOLS
Oh goodness me this is funny as, sorry Douglas! Haha I just love how brutally honest Douglas is and how he doesn’t mask his displeasure either. I have to admit i read this post twice one to myself and once to my hubby, we both thought it was funny.Thank-you for co-hosting lovely. Xx #KCACOLS
Haha this is so funny!!!! I also hope that Amelia’s nursery doesn’t have a bear!!!! #KCACOLS
These class bears have A LOT to answer for – I found myself getting really competitive and took ours to Portugal!! #KCACOLS
Oh dear, poor nursery bear! We haven’t yet had the delight of bringing nursery bear home. It’s only a matter of time though, I’m sure! #KCACOLS
Ha! This is so funny! It brought back memories of the bear from my son’s primary school!
Laura xx
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Hi Maria – I have commented already, but just wanted to pop by and say hi from #kcacols xxx
Haha,brilliant!We’ve had the bear twice,first time I took him out and did all sorts of pics in front of Xmas trees and lovely things.Second time I forgot and ended up taking a whole load of rubbish pics at the last minute x #kcacols
This is so funny! We have had similar experiences! Thanks for co hosting #KCACOLS, Maria x
haha well douglas is clearly very high maintenance :p there’s no bottoms for our bears either! thanks for co-hosting #KCACOLS this week xx
Haha, this really made me giggle.I really hope Marianna’s future nursery doesn’t have anything like this – they’d have the most boring week of their lives, forgotten about on the sideboard or something! 🙂 #KCACOLS
That’s really funny. I haven’t heard of this before, but I can see why nursery’s might love the idea, but parents not so much. Made me chuckle though.
Amanda. #kcacols
They did this with a toy at the Tubblet’s school. You had to take him home, look after him for a weekend, take some photos and write about his adventures. On previous weekends, this toy had travelled abroad, gone to concerts, brownie camp, zoos etc. Rev T works weekends. That toy went shopping at Sainsbury’s, with a coffee and a bun and to church. He probably enjoyed the rest! Life isn’t always exciting 😉
Haha I’ve never heard of this before! The nursery bear would be pretty upset about spending a week with us too I think! #KCACOLS x
Very cute idea – I don’t think the nursery bear would do well for a week at our house either. He’d likely be left out in the car in the cold 🙂 #KCACOLS
Ha! Tin Box Tot’s nursery bear had a very similar experience when he visited us. I didn’t even write about in on his online diary, despite promising to for about a month afterwards. I did a blog post though – is that neglect? 😉 #KCACOLS
It does get a bit competitive, doesn’t it!? I am glad to say that our nursery stuffed dog seems to have trotted off into the sunset now! 😀 #kcacols
I haven’t heard of this before and I cant say I would be great at it either! He would not enjoy being sat in the car for most mornings or dragged through the park twice a week!! 🙂
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Ha ha, brilliant! I already live in fear of the responsibility of the nursery bear! #kcacols
Oh my god this is just adorable!!! I love this post #KCACOLS
I’ve already commented on here but i’m popping by from #KCACOLS
Ha – love it! I felt exactly the same when we got the manky snot-stained bear back from our nursery. Talk about pressure to perform eh?! x #KCACOLS
Haha! I know that I am going to be absolutely useless if my kids go anywhere that does this! Still better than rotations on a bloody class hamster – I am NOT looking after random rodents! I am hopeful, however, that modern health & safety craziness will have out a stop to the old practice of rotating class hamsters! #KCACOLS
Very funny post and I must confess to currently working in a Nursery (although we don’t do the bear thing). It’s interesting to see this from another perspective though as I know lots of places do. There is a school superstar book and toy but my daughter has never had it. I do know that some people really go to town with it though! Maybe, we’ve had a result as I imagine it’s going to be pretty grim by the time we do get it!! #KCACOLS
**giggles** I could only imagine what my childrens toys would say if they could speak. My girls dolls are NEVER dressed. Just lying around naked all the time. I think I see one who’s been stuck out in the snow bank since about mid December. I am visiting from #KCACOLS
Haha I was always rubbish at these things. There was the odd occasion we would actually have something planned but most of the time we made it up sshhhhh #KCACOLS
How funny! The poor bear… It’s ok though, he can’t grass you up #kcacols
Hahaha, sounds like some pressure 🙂 I do wonder what was actually written in the diary #KCACOLS
hahah I love the caption in the pram shot. I’ve heard about this kind of stuff. Dread it happening to us. All my little one is interested in is Dinosaurs. It will be Mummy having to take a bear everywhere and how weird will that look!! 🙂 #KCACOLS
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