With a couple of hours to spare, we took the little ones over to Bean and Brush Cafe in Sale. Unsure of exactly where we were going we parked in the M&S car park, perfect, except it’s a maximum of an hour and a very efficient car parking attendant is on standby. So perhaps try the Tesco&r...

This is a tad tricky to find if you're not familiar with the area but don't be put off - it is definitely worth finding. The main problem with locating the museum is that the boat signs that direct you to the Portland Basin disappear at what seems a crucial moment. For the record, coming from Manche...

As you approach Tandle Hill Country Park, it has a really lovely feel. There is a wooden play area near the car park that is mainly aimed at older children but is very nicely designed and beautifully kept. There are a variety of walks of differing lengths, with an ideal two-kilometre circuit fully a...