Where to Take the Kids

Submitted by webmaster on Mon, 07/26/2010 - 22:42

When you are parted from your child and visiting an area that isn't really well known to you, or maybe not in suitable accommodation to spend time with your kids, it can be pretty easy to end up a "McDonald's Dad".  And if you're wondering what that is then, to be honest, you really don't want to know.

However, this "Where to Take the Kids" sections should help give you some alternative ideas.  And if you've arrived on this page because some search engine thought that this was a really good resource for days out with hte kids, then it was right.  Read on......

Avon Valley Country Park

Submitted by webmaster on Wed, 07/28/2010 - 18:36
0117 986 4929
April - Oct daily; Nov - March weekends & school hols

Avon Valley Country Park fuses fun and education to provide an appreciation of the natural world. The grounds span 50 acres of beautiful countryside and its residents include a wide range of farm animals and rare exotic species.

Many of the animals can be touched under supervision. There are regular displays of falconry (on weekends and during school holidays at 2pm), while the popular, picturesque 1½ - mile river walk (complete with junior assault course) takes walkers on a leisurely guide of the area’s local plants and wildlife.

Bristol Zoo

Submitted by webmaster on Wed, 07/28/2010 - 18:39
0117 974 7399
Summer 9am-5.30pm daily; Winter 9am-5.00pm; Closed on Xmas Day

Bristol Zoo Gardens is much more than a fun-filled and stimulating day out for all the family. It's a place to learn more out about animals in the wild – especially endangered ones.