Barefoot in the woods
Is the lack of free play hampering our children’s neurological development? Samantha Laurie talks to the founder of TimberNook, an outdoor camp designed to boost sensory experience
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Out to play
Road closures don’t always mean misery. Samantha Laurie on a streetwise scheme that is bringing communities together. more
A parent's guide to buying video games
Resident gaming fanatic William Gadsby Peet walks parents through what computer games their children will be after in 2018 with advice on exactly what each one contains more
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Eye of the tiger
Chessington has a beautiful new feline foursome and an exhilarating ride to go with it. Miranda Jessop meets the brains behind the attraction more
Best of both worlds
A passion for technology doesn’t have to mean an end to fresh air fun, writes Jane McGowan more
School's out: summer holiday activities for kids in Surrey & SW London
Summer holiday activities courses can be a lifesaver for working parents. We look at some of the most popular options. Don’t wait until July to book! more
School's out: summer holiday camps for kids in Windsor, Maidenhead & Ascot
Berkshire is saturated with fun-packed summer camps and courses, perfect for boosting the confidence of even the most reclusive child. Walk a tightrope, try zorbing, learn to code: the choice is yours more
A royal arrival
As there’s a new baby due for William and Kate, Kitty McGee picks the very best of this season’s children’s clothes more
What's on: Easter 2018 activities for kids
With the Easter holidays just around the corner, William Gadsby Peet explores what's on in Surrey over Easter to keep the kids entertained more
First stage
If the play’s the thing, get them watching early. Samantha Laurie on some new initiatives in early years theatre more
2018 Easter revision courses in Surrey and London
Easter revision courses have never been more popular. Samantha Laurie looks at the key players more
The 16 best residential summer camps for kids
Are British kids ready for American-style summer camps? Samantha Laurie looks at the best residential kids camps in Blighty. more
2018 Easter egg hunts across Surrey & SW London
There are some cracking Easter egg hunts happening this year. Check out our round up of the most eggcellent places for all the family to enjoy a great day hunting chocolate... more
The 16 best international summer camps for teenagers
What do you do with a teen whose summer holiday plans amount to sleep and Snapchat? Try camp, says Samantha Laurie more
Sky high at Sandown Park
Melinda Wills McHugh and her 12-year-old son brave the high ropes at Esher's newest attraction, the Skywalk Adventure at Sandown Park more
A teenager’s perspective
Teddington’s Anna Dutton, 22, is an aspiring writer and blogger who began suffering from mental health issues in her teens. Here, she looks at how parents can help when they suspect all is not well more
Giving in action
Could a gift experience be just the ticket for your hard-to-buy-for teenager? Samantha Laurie plays Santa more
Review: Little Goats at Kingston's Richard Mayo Centre
4 STARS. Sharon Wallace and her children enjoy a fine old time at Little Goats, a Rose Theatre show for under 6s at the Richard Mayo Centre in Kingston more
The Lighthouse in Bagshot
Alison Hunt visits Surrey’s newest soft play centre to find out what's on offer more