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Review: Abbotsbury Swannery

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May 31, 2023

Living on the Jurassic Coast, we are spoiled with stunning scenery and walks to do with the kids.

In this current climate, we cannot afford to go away, so this half term we decided to re-do some of our favourites days out from when the kids were younger.

I cannot believe…

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3 Tips for a Holiday Home You’ll Love

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May 31, 2023

A holiday home is not only a great way to ensure you always have somewhere to stay when you want to visit your favourite holiday destination, but it can also earn you money if you rent it out when you’re not using it.

Holiday homes can be a great investment,…


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8 fun things to do this May half term in Poole

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May 28, 2023

It already feels like the kids have had lots of time off during May thanks to all the bank holiday’s this year, but they have another week as we head towards June.

Thankfully, there are a few new attractions here in Poole, which will keep them entertained.

Here are some of…

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A Guided Fossil Hunting Walk in Charmouth with the Wobbly Fossiler

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May 8, 2023

Living on close to the Jurassic Coast, we often enjoy a trip to the beach in search of fossils.

Back in 2020, we attended a fossil hunting walk with the Charmouth Heritage Centre, which gave us more of an idea of what to look for.

Whilst we really enjoyed it, we…


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Best Places to Visit in the UK with Young Children

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April 21, 2023

The UK is packed with incredible places to travel with your little ones, whether seeking fun days at the beach or adventure-filled escapes at the country’s most stunning national parks. From the picturesque seaside town of St Ives to the historic small town of Ambleside, here are the best…

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Review: Spongebob the Musical

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April 19, 2023

This week we were invited to see Spongebob The Musical at the Hippodrome in Birmingham.

I didn’t see any previews before we went along, so wasn’t sure what to expect, but if you are planning on taking young fans of the cartoon, stop and read this first.

SpongeBob The Musical sees the…

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5 Family-friendly things to do in Bristol

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April 12, 2023

Days out with loved ones are cherished memories for both parent and child, but we can often get lost in the day-to-day and not find time to do the work in finding things to do, and finding activities that the whole family will enjoy can be a real pain…

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Jurassic Coast Walks: Lulworth Cove to the Fossil Forest

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April 9, 2023

Unlike many locations on the Jurassic Coast, Lulworth Cove is easy to get to with a large carpark and visitor centre at its heart.

Lulworth and its neighbour, Durdle Door are possibly the most famous location on the Jurassic Coast, attracting thousands of visitors each year for their distinctive beauty,…


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Arundel Castle Tulip Festival

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April 3, 2023

Arundel Castle is proud to announce that its renowned Tulip Festival is returning in 2023. Held between April and early May, the festival is regarded as one of the top tulip displays in Europe, and is set against the breathtaking backdrop of the castle’s gardens.

A sea of colour awaits…

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Mothers’ Day Days Out Offers Dorset

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March 12, 2023

Can you believe that Mothers’ Day is almost upon us?

Instead of the usual flowers and chocolates, why not make it a Mothers’ Day she won’t forget with these fun activities

What can you do on Mothers’ Day in Bournemouth and Poole

Rockreef

One of my favourite local experiences – treat mum this…

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