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Jurassic Coast Walks: Tyneham and Worbarrow Bay

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August 29, 2022

One of the most interesting places to visit on the Jurassic Coast is the ghost village of Tyneham, which was abandoned in December 1943 to be used for military training – almost 80 years ago!

We last paid a visit to Tyneham in 2018 and the kids loved exploring the…

Paultons-Park


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Review: A Summer Visit to Paulton’s Park with Tweens

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August 15, 2022

Paulton’s Park was my kids favourite theme park when they were young, as we had annual passes and would visit frequently, mainly for Peppa Pig World.

Over the last few years, Paulton’s Park have introduced new rides and rollercoasters to appeal to families who have moved on from Peppa and…

Horseman-of-the-Knights


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Review: 50th Anniversary of the Netley Marsh Steam and Craft Show

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August 7, 2022

We love days out with a difference, so when my friends said she was running a craft stall at the Netley Marsh Steam and Craft Show, we took the kids along to enjoy the fun.

The Netley Marsh Steam and Craft Show is Hampshire’s biggest steam and craft show and…

I Love Camp Bestival


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Top Tips for Camp Bestival 2022

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August 1, 2022

We have just got back from Camp Bestival in Dorset and had an amazing time. Like most things, Camp Bestival has changed over time, so I thought I would put together an up-to-date post of hints and tips.

If you are heading to Weston Park, Shropshire for their new festival…

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Destination Published Articles

Hosting a Distinctive Party in the Home

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July 28, 2022

Among the many qualities that make vinyl so perfect for any kind of party on your radar, the knowledge that it won’t be affected by a crowd, spills and heavy-duty clean-up is a great comfort. 

Party Time

If you are a regular party host and have plenty of people around, then…

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Touring Your Home Country on this Year’s Staycation

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July 28, 2022

Millions of people are turning to the station to beat rising costs and travel chaos. But, no matter where you live, you can always visit beautiful places while on a family trip.

Camping and National Parks

There are beautiful national parks in almost every country. Examples of places with exceptional natural…

Mamma Mia


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Review: MAMMA MIA! – The Tour, Bournemouth

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July 23, 2022

We love musical theatre in our house, but one musical which had eluded us was Mamma Mia, until now.

On Thursday evening, we were invited to see MAMMA MIA – The Tour, which is at Bournemouth Pavilion until 30th July.

Did you know that MAMMA MIA! is the sixth longest-running show…

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8 Campervan holiday ideas for all the family

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July 19, 2022

Taking a holiday as a family creates a special moment for the family to bond by taking part in different activities together. The key limitation is the accommodation as many hotels don’t allow children or pets or both. The best way to have a fulfilling family holiday that’s engaging…

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Review: SuperBloom at The Tower of London

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July 4, 2022

Last weekend we paid a visit to London and stayed at the Hyatt Place London City East Hotel, just a short walk to the Tower of London.

We have visited The Tower of London before, but when we found out that they had filled the historic moat with meadow flowers…

Hyatt Place


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Review: Hyatt Place London City East 

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June 28, 2022

Back in January, we stayed in the Hyatt House Hotel in Manchester and had such a good experience, that when we started looking for a hotel in London for my birthday, the Hyatt chain was our first port of call.

We had tickets to see Ed Sheeran at Wembley and…

KARA GUPPY
Bournemouth

Are we nearly there yet? is a new online blog run by me, Kara Guppy, and is named as such thanks to my daughter Eliza who always asks that very question when we are less than 5 minutes up the road heading off on our adventures. You may know me from my other family blog chelseamamma.co.uk