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The Science Musuem — If only school could be as much fun as the Science Museum. Lots of great interactive stuff and an impressive space movie at the IMAX 3D cinema. There’s even a ‘Night Science’ session, but they tend to be booked quickly. Vist site for more details.

Japan Designs for the Crowded Globe
Sat 29 Nov 2008 - Sun 19 Apr 2009
Cost: Adults: £8.00, Conc: £6.25
Location: First Floor

T: South Kensington
B: 14, 49, 70, 74, 345, 414, 430 stop at the station and then 5 min walk
Open 7 days 10am 6 pm
www.sciencemuseum.org.uk
25 Exhibition Road, SW7 2DD, t: 44 20 79424446

Victoria Palace Theatre — With long running shows such as Billy Elliot and the Mousetrap this is one of London's oldest theatre but with recent theatrical technology to ensure every show is enjoyed by all.
www.victoriapalacetheatre.co.uk
Victoria Street, London SW1E 5EA t: 020 7834 2781

Tales on Moon Lane - Bookshop — A lovely bookshop situated in Primrose Hill. Always a great way to spend a rainy afternoon. You will find all the classic, Beatrix Potter, Philip Pullman and JK Rowling. Check their website for any author/book events.
www.talesonmoonlane.co.uk
25 Half Moon Lane, London SE49 9 JU t: 020 7722 1800

Chelsea Flower Show — The show get bigger and better each year. Tickets however must be purchased online. You can book for a late entry and enjoy half-price tickets. There are other shows at Hampton Court Palace (8-13 July) and Tatton Park (23-27 July). 2009 dates t.b.a.

Kids will love the wide open spaces and wide range of giant vegetables and other activities to keep them amused.
www.rhs.org.uk

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew — South bank of River Thames (about 10 km south-west of London) these gardens are a wonderful refuge from the busy London streets. There’s lots to see. On 21 March the Palace re-opens until September 2008. Visit the family home of George III and Queen Charlotte. This is palace made famous for the King’s presumed ill health. Spring of course is the best time to see the orchids returned and bulbs in full bloom. There are several cafes and restaurants for lunch. Most are all open by late March and closed late October.

There are dedicated monthly activites for children, check the website for programme times. April brings farmyard animals and a Children’s Spring Trail.

t: Kew Gardens (extensive explanation for directions on their website)

www.kew.org

Cricket Fans — A number of special 'kids' days have been organised to encourage future stars...if you book on the special 'Kidz@theWicket' day they receive specially reserved seating, a goody bag of Tshirt, pen, cap and one of those funny foam hands and can also have their photo taken with a player.

See website for future dates.
www.ecb.co.uk
Ticket Office: 0161 282 4040

Children's International Theatre Festival — One week of non stop theatre, performances from theatre groups across the globe. Its an extensive line up and a must for all ages. The program is listed at their website and is grouped by ages from 0 - 14 years. Don't miss a visit to one of Edinburgh's great theatre houses and some terrific performances.

26 May until 1 June 2009
www.imaginate.org.uk

Jurassic Encounter - Adventure Gold — This is new, an 18 hole course designed in the theme of Jurassic parks, think waterfalls, giant eggs, some prehistoric friends. Its family fun for our golfing family. There's no need to book but holiday time can be busy so suggest you call.
Adults £8.00, Child: £6.00
Family pass 2+2 £24.00. Open Monday to Friday 10am - 10pm Sat-Sun 9am - 9pm.
www.worldofgolf-uk.co.uk
Worcester, London, World of Golf on 0208 949 9200