Take the kids to … Kew Gardens, London
A new giant beehive installation is creating a real buzz at Kew, an attraction so brimming with botanic wonders that kids can’t help but learn as they play
How do you survive holiday car journeys?
The Dover traffic jams highlighted the perils of holiday driving. Tell us how you relieve the boredom of long family drives – and stop the kids fighting
Where to buy fresh food and drink in Normandy and Brittany
The sheer abundance of regional specialities in north-west France makes for a thrilling foodie road trip. We sniff out the best local produce, plus great places to eat, drink – and sleep it off
Edinburgh rocks … but there’s lots more to see nearby
Our writer and his son stop off in North Berwick on the East Lothian coast for some seaside fun before hitting the city’s children’s festival
Take the kids to … Adrenalin Quarry, Cornwall
Ahhhhhh!!!! Zipwire over a lake at 40mph or plunge from a giant pendulum 50 metres above it. They’ll love it
Best of Normandy and Brittany: readers’ travel tips
Northern France is known for beaches, cider, cheese and seafood but our readers also pick out some less obvious delights on the coast and inland
10 of the best urban beaches and city riversides in Europe
From London to Warsaw, sand is being placed along rivers, reggae is pumping from cool cocktail bars, there’s beach volleyball and plenty of places for a swim
Take the kids to … Paultons Family Theme Park
Tripadvisor has crowned the home of Peppa Pig World as the UK’s best amusement park but it’s the mix of nature, wildlife and attractions – including its new ‘Lost Kingdom’ – that makes it such a hit
20 of the best holiday cottages and cabins in Norway, Sweden, Iceland and Denmark
Make the most of Scandinavia’s lakes, hills, forests and pristine nature with our pick of self-catering cottages and cabins
Tell us about your favourite small Mediterranean hotels for the chance to win a £200 travel voucher
A characterful, independent B&B or hotel with friendly staff and a pleasant setting can add so much to a holiday in the sun. Send us your tip and you could be on your way to a location of your choice with our prize of a £200 voucher from uk.hotels.com
Take the kids to … Sea Life Brighton
Nearly 150 years old, this seaside aquarium is home to sharks, but its foxface rabbitfish are its most fearsome residents
Take the kids to … Old Hall Farm, the Lake District
It’s hands-on fun, 19th-century-style, at this working farm that runs on steam and horse power – with homemade ice-cream to boot
Take the kids to … RSPB Minsmere nature reserve, Suffolk
Wild drama abounds at this RSPB reserve being used as the base for BBC Springwatch 2016, a place where children can get involved in fun activities
Take the kids to … National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth
Tour the tanks at twilight with a sleepover in front of shark-infested waters
Off to Cleethorpes, for sea, sand and style
Like many British seaside towns, the Lincolnshire resort is witnessing a revival, swapping its kiss-me-quick image for stylish bars and boutiques