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Half Term at Herrings Green Activity Farm
dinosaurs in the park. Another opportunity to feed some animals- we fed the goats, who were very cheeky- even trying to have a nibble on my son’s coat, which he loved! There is lots to do over this side too- including more climbing frames and s... Read more
Shepreth Wildlife Park
dinosaurs around there are all still on display, so well worth a look.
There are lots of events throughout the year at Shepreth, along with experiences you can book to get up close to the animals, plus membership is great value if you&rsqu... Read more
Are you ready for a Jolly Good Funfest?
There’s a (relatively!) new local family events company and if you went to a certain Halloween event in Letchworth last October, you’ll know exactly who I’m talking about, because it was hands down one of the best family events I&rs... Read more
Checking out the new dinosaurs at Paradise Wildlife Park
dinosaurs in their World of Dinosaurs- one of the UK’s biggest and most spectacular animatronic dinosaur attractions- and to do a Tried and Tested review of the park as a whole. Don't miss my Reels on Instagram too (links at the end).
Paradi... Read more
Fruit picking and fun at Graveley Fruit Farm
Graveley fruit farm is a favourite local attraction for us. Along with fruit-picking, there is lots to entertain the kids and a lovely café!
We've been many times before, but went along recently to do a Tried and Tested review because even if... Read more
'Victorians Live' at The British Schools Museum
I've wanted to go to 'Victorians Live' at the British Schools Museum for a while now and finally got my chance a few weeks ago.
The museum is an absolute gem of an attraction right here in Hitchin and if you haven't yet been, then you're really miss... Read more
Summer Craft Activities at Hobbycraft Biggleswade
dinosaur fossils
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If you'd like a Tried and Tested review of your event, activity or attraction, get in touch here... Read more
Bury Lane Fun Barn and The Beach
One of our favourite soft plays to go to is the Bury Lane Fun Barn in Royston, and given the recent summer holidays weather, I was delighted to go along and do a Tried and Tested review of its brilliant (air-conditioned!) indoor soft play and huge be... Read more
Knebworth Dinosaur Trail, Adventure Playground and Gardens
Dinosaur Trail. There are options to purchase tickets to see inside the house too- you can find all the information here.
The grounds are generally split in to two parts, so it’s a good idea to decide where you’d like to visit first, the... Read more
Norfolk Holiday - Sheringham Park (National Trust)
During our holiday to Norfolk, we were kindly gifted entry to some National Trust attractions to include in my ‘Guide to holidaying in Norfolk’ blog. We love going to Norfolk and have been many times before- it’s clearly popular wit... Read more
Jordan's Mill
This weekend I arranged to meet the legendary Auntie JenJen (godmother-extraordinaire to my youngest, and sister-from-another-mister to myself) at Jordan’s Mill for a Saturday morning catchup with the boys. Just 20 minutes away from myself in I... Read more
Norfolk Holiday- Blickling Estate (National Trust)
During our holiday to Norfolk, we were kindly gifted entry to some National Trust attractions. We love going to Norfolk and have been many times before- it’s clearly popular with the people of Hitchin too as I met a family from Hitchin whilst o... Read more
Pumpkin Picking at The Patch MK
I’ve wanted to visit The Patch MK, near Milton Keynes for a while now, so when we were visiting family in Milton Keynes for my mum’s birthday this week, I asked if they’d like us to come and do a Tried and Tested review- lucky Grand... Read more
Baulk Wood
Baulk Wood has been on my list to visit for a while, so when I arranged for my toddler and I to spend the morning with friends, and the weather was looking good, we headed over. At just 10-15 minutes from where we live in Ickleford, it’s quick ... Read more
Dog-friendly places in Hitchin
During the Summer, I had a free couple of hours, so decided to head in to Hitchin with my black lab Jasper to check out just how dog-friendly Hitchin is…the answer being very! So many families in Hitchin have dogs and it’s often hard to ... Read more
Events
Knebworth House, Garden and Dinosaur Trail
Knebworth House & Gardens
Sat 27th April 2024 - Sun 28th April 2024
We are open for public day visits on selected dates from March to September.
29th March - 14th April | Open Daily
20th April - 19th May | Open Weekends & Bank Holidays
25th May - 2nd June | Open Daily
8th - 23rd June | Open Weekends
29th June - 1st September | Open Daily
7th - 29th September | Open Weekends
Opening Times
Knebworth House (Guided Tours)
11.30am - 5pm (Last admission 4pm)
Gardens & Dinosaur Trail
10.30am - 5pm
Park & Adventure Playground
10.30am - 5pm
Watchman's Tower & Exhibitions
11.30am - 4pm
Tea Room & Kiosk
10.30am - 5pm
Last Admission
4.15pm
Find out more or book:
knebworthhouse.com
Hertfordshire Garden Show
Knebworth House & Gardens
Sat 4th May 2024 - Mon 6th May 2024
Whilst enjoying a visit to Knebworth House, Gardens and Park from 4th to 6th May you can attend the Hertfordshire Garden Show at no additional charge.
This year the Hertfordshire Garden Show are celebrating their 30th year at Knebworth Park. Be sure to join us for the celebrations.
Gates will open for visitors to enjoy the Garden Show from 9.30am. Park, Gardens and Dinosaur Trail will open from 10am with the Adventure Playground opening at 10.30am.
There will be plenty of inspiration for the Spring and Summer months ahead supplied by the exhibitors attending the show with a wide variety of goods on display and for sale including garden furniture, water features, hot tubs, tools, sculptures and more.
... Read more
Find out more or book:
knebworthhouse.com
Knebworth House, Garden and Dinosaur Trail
Knebworth House & Gardens
Sat 4th May 2024 - Sun 5th May 2024
We are open for public day visits on selected dates from March to September.
29th March - 14th April | Open Daily
20th April - 19th May | Open Weekends & Bank Holidays
25th May - 2nd June | Open Daily
8th - 23rd June | Open Weekends
29th June - 1st September | Open Daily
7th - 29th September | Open Weekends
Opening Times
Knebworth House (Guided Tours)
11.30am - 5pm (Last admission 4pm)
Gardens & Dinosaur Trail
10.30am - 5pm
Park & Adventure Playground
10.30am - 5pm
Watchman's Tower & Exhibitions
11.30am - 4pm
Tea Room & Kiosk
10.30am - 5pm
Last Admission
4.15pm
Find out more or book:
knebworthhouse.com
Knebworth House, Garden and Dinosaur Trail
Knebworth House & Gardens
Sat 11th May 2024 - Sun 12th May 2024
We are open for public day visits on selected dates from March to September.
29th March - 14th April | Open Daily
20th April - 19th May | Open Weekends & Bank Holidays
25th May - 2nd June | Open Daily
8th - 23rd June | Open Weekends
29th June - 1st September | Open Daily
7th - 29th September | Open Weekends
Opening Times
Knebworth House (Guided Tours)
11.30am - 5pm (Last admission 4pm)
Gardens & Dinosaur Trail
10.30am - 5pm
Park & Adventure Playground
10.30am - 5pm
Watchman's Tower & Exhibitions
11.30am - 4pm
Tea Room & Kiosk
10.30am - 5pm
Last Admission
4.15pm
Find out more or book:
knebworthhouse.com
Knebworth House, Garden and Dinosaur Trail
Knebworth House & Gardens
Sat 18th May 2024 - Sun 19th May 2024
We are open for public day visits on selected dates from March to September.
29th March - 14th April | Open Daily
20th April - 19th May | Open Weekends & Bank Holidays
25th May - 2nd June | Open Daily
8th - 23rd June | Open Weekends
29th June - 1st September | Open Daily
7th - 29th September | Open Weekends
Opening Times
Knebworth House (Guided Tours)
11.30am - 5pm (Last admission 4pm)
Gardens & Dinosaur Trail
10.30am - 5pm
Park & Adventure Playground
10.30am - 5pm
Watchman's Tower & Exhibitions
11.30am - 4pm
Tea Room & Kiosk
10.30am - 5pm
Last Admission
4.15pm
Find out more or book:
knebworthhouse.com
Knebworth House, Garden and Dinosaur Trail
Knebworth House & Gardens
Sat 25th May 2024 - Sun 2nd June 2024
We are open for public day visits on selected dates from March to September.
29th March - 14th April | Open Daily
20th April - 19th May | Open Weekends & Bank Holidays
25th May - 2nd June | Open Daily
8th - 23rd June | Open Weekends
29th June - 1st September | Open Daily
7th - 29th September | Open Weekends
Opening Times
Knebworth House (Guided Tours)
11.30am - 5pm (Last admission 4pm)
Gardens & Dinosaur Trail
10.30am - 5pm
Park & Adventure Playground
10.30am - 5pm
Watchman's Tower & Exhibitions
11.30am - 4pm
Tea Room & Kiosk
10.30am - 5pm
Last Admission
4.15pm
Find out more or book:
knebworthhouse.com
Knebworth House, Garden and Dinosaur Trail
Knebworth House & Gardens
Sat 8th June 2024 - Sun 9th June 2024
We are open for public day visits on selected dates from March to September.
29th March - 14th April | Open Daily
20th April - 19th May | Open Weekends & Bank Holidays
25th May - 2nd June | Open Daily
8th - 23rd June | Open Weekends
29th June - 1st September | Open Daily
7th - 29th September | Open Weekends
Opening Times
Knebworth House (Guided Tours)
11.30am - 5pm (Last admission 4pm)
Gardens & Dinosaur Trail
10.30am - 5pm
Park & Adventure Playground
10.30am - 5pm
Watchman's Tower & Exhibitions
11.30am - 4pm
Tea Room & Kiosk
10.30am - 5pm
Last Admission
4.15pm
Find out more or book:
knebworthhouse.com
Knebworth House, Garden and Dinosaur Trail
Knebworth House & Gardens
Sat 15th June 2024 - Sun 16th June 2024
We are open for public day visits on selected dates from March to September.
29th March - 14th April | Open Daily
20th April - 19th May | Open Weekends & Bank Holidays
25th May - 2nd June | Open Daily
8th - 23rd June | Open Weekends
29th June - 1st September | Open Daily
7th - 29th September | Open Weekends
Opening Times
Knebworth House (Guided Tours)
11.30am - 5pm (Last admission 4pm)
Gardens & Dinosaur Trail
10.30am - 5pm
Park & Adventure Playground
10.30am - 5pm
Watchman's Tower & Exhibitions
11.30am - 4pm
Tea Room & Kiosk
10.30am - 5pm
Last Admission
4.15pm
Find out more or book:
knebworthhouse.com
Medieval Jousting
Knebworth House & Gardens
Sun 16th June 2024
12pm and 2.30pm
Whilst enjoying a visit to Knebworth House, Gardens and Park on Father's Day, Sunday 16th June, you can attend the Medieval Jousting display at no additional charge.
The turrets and towers of Knebworth House will provide a spectacular backdrop to the costumed Knights on majestic warhorses galloping at full tilt across the arena in a fantastic display of horsemanship. The crowds are encouraged to cheer and jeer the Knights as they demonstrate their skill.
There are two scheduled jousting displays at 12pm and 2.30pm (timings dependent on weather).
Tickets will include access to Knebworth Gardens, Park, Adventure Playground with Fort Knebworth and Dinosaur Trail. Tickets including access to the House can also be purchased.... Read more
Knebworth House, Garden and Dinosaur Trail
Knebworth House & Gardens
Sat 22nd June 2024 - Sun 23rd June 2024
We are open for public day visits on selected dates from March to September.
29th March - 14th April | Open Daily
20th April - 19th May | Open Weekends & Bank Holidays
25th May - 2nd June | Open Daily
8th - 23rd June | Open Weekends
29th June - 1st September | Open Daily
7th - 29th September | Open Weekends
Opening Times
Knebworth House (Guided Tours)
11.30am - 5pm (Last admission 4pm)
Gardens & Dinosaur Trail
10.30am - 5pm
Park & Adventure Playground
10.30am - 5pm
Watchman's Tower & Exhibitions
11.30am - 4pm
Tea Room & Kiosk
10.30am - 5pm
Last Admission
4.15pm
Find out more or book:
knebworthhouse.com
Knebworth House, Garden and Dinosaur Trail
Knebworth House & Gardens
Sat 29th June 2024 - Sun 1st September 2024
We are open for public day visits on selected dates from March to September.
29th March - 14th April | Open Daily
20th April - 19th May | Open Weekends & Bank Holidays
25th May - 2nd June | Open Daily
8th - 23rd June | Open Weekends
29th June - 1st September | Open Daily
7th - 29th September | Open Weekends
Opening Times
Knebworth House (Guided Tours)
11.30am - 5pm (Last admission 4pm)
Gardens & Dinosaur Trail
10.30am - 5pm
Park & Adventure Playground
10.30am - 5pm
Watchman's Tower & Exhibitions
11.30am - 4pm
Tea Room & Kiosk
10.30am - 5pm
Last Admission
4.15pm
Find out more or book:
knebworthhouse.com
Knebworth House, Garden and Dinosaur Trail
Knebworth House & Gardens
Sat 7th September 2024 - Sun 8th September 2024
We are open for public day visits on selected dates from March to September.
29th March - 14th April | Open Daily
20th April - 19th May | Open Weekends & Bank Holidays
25th May - 2nd June | Open Daily
8th - 23rd June | Open Weekends
29th June - 1st September | Open Daily
7th - 29th September | Open Weekends
Opening Times
Knebworth House (Guided Tours)
11.30am - 5pm (Last admission 4pm)
Gardens & Dinosaur Trail
10.30am - 5pm
Park & Adventure Playground
10.30am - 5pm
Watchman's Tower & Exhibitions
11.30am - 4pm
Tea Room & Kiosk
10.30am - 5pm
Last Admission
4.15pm
Find out more or book:
knebworthhouse.com
Knebworth House, Garden and Dinosaur Trail
Knebworth House & Gardens
Sat 14th September 2024 - Sun 15th September 2024
We are open for public day visits on selected dates from March to September.
29th March - 14th April | Open Daily
20th April - 19th May | Open Weekends & Bank Holidays
25th May - 2nd June | Open Daily
8th - 23rd June | Open Weekends
29th June - 1st September | Open Daily
7th - 29th September | Open Weekends
Opening Times
Knebworth House (Guided Tours)
11.30am - 5pm (Last admission 4pm)
Gardens & Dinosaur Trail
10.30am - 5pm
Park & Adventure Playground
10.30am - 5pm
Watchman's Tower & Exhibitions
11.30am - 4pm
Tea Room & Kiosk
10.30am - 5pm
Last Admission
4.15pm
Find out more or book:
knebworthhouse.com
Knebworth House, Garden and Dinosaur Trail
Knebworth House & Gardens
Sat 21st September 2024 - Sun 22nd September 2024
We are open for public day visits on selected dates from March to September.
29th March - 14th April | Open Daily
20th April - 19th May | Open Weekends & Bank Holidays
25th May - 2nd June | Open Daily
8th - 23rd June | Open Weekends
29th June - 1st September | Open Daily
7th - 29th September | Open Weekends
Opening Times
Knebworth House (Guided Tours)
11.30am - 5pm (Last admission 4pm)
Gardens & Dinosaur Trail
10.30am - 5pm
Park & Adventure Playground
10.30am - 5pm
Watchman's Tower & Exhibitions
11.30am - 4pm
Tea Room & Kiosk
10.30am - 5pm
Last Admission
4.15pm
Find out more or book:
knebworthhouse.com
Knebworth House, Garden and Dinosaur Trail
Knebworth House & Gardens
Sat 28th September 2024 - Sun 29th September 2024
We are open for public day visits on selected dates from March to September.
29th March - 14th April | Open Daily
20th April - 19th May | Open Weekends & Bank Holidays
25th May - 2nd June | Open Daily
8th - 23rd June | Open Weekends
29th June - 1st September | Open Daily
7th - 29th September | Open Weekends
Opening Times
Knebworth House (Guided Tours)
11.30am - 5pm (Last admission 4pm)
Gardens & Dinosaur Trail
10.30am - 5pm
Park & Adventure Playground
10.30am - 5pm
Watchman's Tower & Exhibitions
11.30am - 4pm
Tea Room & Kiosk
10.30am - 5pm
Last Admission
4.15pm
Find out more or book:
knebworthhouse.com
Listings
Children's activity clubs & classes
Lindy Lou's Adventures in Music
Age: 0 - 5
Lindy Lou's Adventures In Music has been running classes locally for the past 18 years. From newborns to pre-schoolers we have got everything covered in our magical sessions. From lullabies to superheroes, dinosaurs to fluttering butterflies, our original songs will ignite your little ones senses and imagination. Working closely with the EYFS curriculum we can help prepare your little one for starting big school too. Don't delay, come and join us today. We are just a click away.
Contact details:
www.lindylous.co.uk
07507 786582
Location:
Market Theatre, 6a Sun Street, Hitchin, SG5 1AEStevenage Lytton Players, Vardon Road, Stevenage, SG1 5PZ
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Other businesses
Organic cotton baby wear
Printed with exclusive designs.
Contact details:
Location:
Based in Letchworth Garden CityParties
Eddie Bear Creative
Age: 0 - 5
Themed small world tuff tray hire (fairy garden, dinosaurs, sea, pirates, space, construction, polar and other bespoke themes available) along with other toy hire e.g baby corner, dolls house, trains. Created to inspire creativity and imagination.
Eddie Bear Creative began in summer 2023 after Claire (owner and mum) helped restart a community playgroup,... Read more
Contact details:
www.facebook.com
07531849592
Location:
Based in HitchinRuby Rascals Children's Parties
Age: 0 - 12
We specialise in themed entertainment and character appearances. From Princesses to superheroes, unicorns, dinosaurs, disco parties and more. We also provide party extras such as sweet cones, party bags, balloon arches and more. We really are your one stop party shop.
Contact details:
www.ruby-rascals.co.uk
07874035435
Location:
Based in RayleighStevenage Museum is a small, community museum with lots of family-friendly activities. Entry to the museum is free and you can pick up an activity pack for the toddlers in your life or do quizzes with older children. During the school holidays we run bookable, paid-for activities and we also offer monthly free Family Saturday drop in sessions. Our birthday parties are great value at £95 for the first ten children and then £9.50 per extra child up to 15 in total. You can choose from an arty party, dinosaurs, Egyptians, or Alice in Wonderland. The party includes invitations, food for your guests and an hour and a half of games and activities, so all you need to bring is the cake and birthday boy or girl!
Contact details:
www.stevenage.gov.uk
01438 218 881
Location:
St George's Way, Stevenage, SG1 1XXThings to do
18 holes of fun packed Adventure Golf amongst 9 dinosaurs from the Jurassic period, cascading waterfalls, flowing streams, lagoons, lush greenery and tropical palm trees.
Contact details:
www.dinosaursafari.co.uk
0208 44 94 397
hide mapDiscover a land of giant dinosaurs and meet fantastic real life farm animals along the way. Junior explorers can go dino-spotting from the tree-tops viewing tower or take on the caveman challenge to unearth ancient fossils at the dino-dig! Get up close and personal with our farmyard animals, from bouncing bunnies to cute guinea pigs, find them all at cuddle corner. Don't forget to sing along at Gully's musical farm.
Contact details:
www.dinoandfarmpark.co.uk
email via their website
01925 444 888
Our 250 acres offer a quiet refuge for country picnics and dog walking (visitors are asked to use leads in the park and not to take pets into the gardens). You might catch a glimpse of Red and Sika deer. Children can run loose at the Adventure Playground, search for Geoffrey the Gorilla, hiding at the centre of the Victorian Maze, and enjoy a dinosaur safari with 72 pre-historic creatures grazing amongst the redwoods. Closed during the winter.
Contact details:
www.knebworthhouse.com
01438 812661
The UK exclusive Peppa Pig World, full of Peppa themed fun awaits you!
With 9 amazing rides that are perfect for toddlers, such as George's Dinosaur Adventure and Peppa's Big Balloon Ride, as well as daily opportunities to meet Peppa and George in the park, your little one will never want to leave! ðŸ˜
Contact details:
www.peppapigworld.co.uk
email via their website
02380 814 442
Rye-Assic adventure Park has been designed with young adventurers from 0-12 years old in mind and features prehistoric creatures from the Cretaceous period. There are six 'activity zones' to explore with different rides and play to enjoy along the way.. Activities include splash park, soft play, bowling, bouncy castle , dino maze, trampolines, outdoor play are and crazy golf.
Contact details:
www.rye-house.co.uk
01992 460 895
