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Concise: Birmingham's Best-Kept Family Secret: Sea Life And Legoland Back To Back
Jeremy Williams-Chalmers
Arts Correspondent
Merlin Entertainments is at the forefront of family entertainment. Around the world they own numerous family-focused destinations, including 38 Sea Life Centres, 20 Madame Tussauds and 11 Legoland resorts!
P.ublished 14th April 2026
Burning Rubber And Big Hearts: Hot Wheels - Glow-n-Fire Ignites The Arena
From the moment we arrived, Hot Wheels: Glow-n-Fire delivered an experience that felt thoughtfully designed for families. The evening began with a brilliantly organised pre-party, which set the tone perfectly. This wasn’t just a warm-up—it was a genuinely engaging part of the event.
P.ublished 15th April 2026
Harry Potter World
Jeremy Williams-Chalmers
Arts Correspondent
All images Jeremy Williams- Chalmers
A visit to the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter - is a reminder that, despite ongoing controversy surrounding J. K. Rowling, the magic of Harry Potter remains as powerful and popular as ever.
P.ublished 13th April 2026
What Does The Future Hold?
Lynne Dobson
Children's Art Writer
Noor's 'photograhy experiment' 12yrs
It is a rare occasion that I have a few days free to sit and contemplate my life and where I want to go with it. The word 'sit' doesn't sit happily with me. Excuse the pun. When you have been through a potentially life-changing illness, it changes your whole attitude to life.
P.ublished 11th April 2026
The Challenges Of Co-Parenting At Easter - And How To Overcome Them
The easter holidays are in full swing, bringing the usual raft of challenges for co-parents which are further exacerbated by forecasts of travel chaos by land, air, road and sea. As always, putting children’s best interests and happiness first should always be the top priority – as difficult as this may be when external elements threaten to disrupt the best laid plans.
P.ublished 3rd April 2026
All Aboard: Free Educational Activity Book Launched For Children On TPE Services
TransPennine Express (TPE) has launched a free children’s activity book onboard its services, as new research shows a quarter (25%) of young passengers find train journeys more exciting than travelling by car, bus or boat. The booklet, which has arrived just in time for the Easter holidays, can be requested by parents or children directly from onboard service hosts on all routes.
P.ublished 1st April 2026
I’m Divorcing A Narcissist – What Do I Need To Know?
The decision to divorce is among the most difficult and distressing decisions for anyone to take. It presents numerous emotional, financial and practical challenges, even where both agree the relationship is over. Severing ties with a narcissist - especially if you are the one instigating the break up - can present even greater obstacles and complications.
P.ublished 25th March 2026
Creating Memories
Spring has arrived with milder days and a few days of wonderful sunshine, making us all feel more positive and uplifting our moods. It is sometimes difficult to stay in this bubble of happiness and positiveness when every time we switch on the radio or TV, we are hearing devastating news from around the world.
P.ublished 21st March 2026
Eden Camp Announces Action-Packed Easter Lineup And Living History Weekend
Living History at Eden Camp
Eden Camp has announced an action-packed Easter holiday with a lineup of family-friendly activities, interactive workshops, and living history experiences. From 30th March to 12th April 2026, visitors can explore wartime Britain through hands-on fun, immersive exhibits, and engaging storytelling, with the return of the Living History Weekend on 4th-5th April.
P.ublished 21st March 2026
West Country Steam Giants Set To Headline Keighley And Worth Valley Railway Gala
Two powerful steam locomotives with strong West Country connections are set to star at the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway later this month as the heritage line prepares for its much-anticipated annual Steam Gala.
P.ublished 17th March 2026
Dementia UK Shares Advice On How To Look After Yourself As A Carer Ahead Of Free Clinics In Carlisle And Kendal
Lesley Potter, Admiral Nurse at Dementia UK
Dementia specialist Admiral Nurses will host clinics at Nationwide branches in Carlisle and Kendal to offer tailored support and guidance to anyone affected by the condition Nationwide and Dementia UK’s free face-to-face clinics are returning to Nationwide branches in Cumbria this month, offering specialist support in a safe, comfortable and private space for people to discuss any aspect of dem…
P.ublished 11th March 2026
Jones Myers Acknowledged Among Best Performing Firms For Client Satisfaction
(L-R) partners Kate Banerjee, Anthony Parrish, Nicki Mitchell, In-house counsel and director, Andrew Fox, managing partner, Richard Peaker. Seated is partner, Elizabeth Bell.
Legal 500 has further consolidated the reputation of niche family law firm Jones Myers by naming the practice among the country’s best-performing practices for delivering Client Satisfaction.
P.ublished 9th March 2026
Innocence And Hope
As Spring dawns and the sun shines; I think it makes everyone feel more positive and hopeful. Young children, in their innocence, notice the purity of the spring flowers, whilst adults see how lush the countryside and the grass in our gardens look after all the rain. Even the two bunches of daffodils my husband brought back from the supermarket brought a smile to my face.
P.ublished 7th March 2026
Tails From The Rails: TPE Launches Children’s Book Starring Therapy Dog Nya To Help Young Travellers Stay Safe On The Railway
TransPennine Express (TPE) is set to launch a new children’s book featuring Nya, its much‑loved therapy dog, in a bid to help young passengers feel more confident and reassured when travelling by train. Written by the train operator’s Safeguarding and Crime Prevention Lead, Steve O’Callaghan, the story was released on World Book Day.
P.ublished 6th March 2026
Step Into Spring At RHS Garden Bridgewater For Just £1 During National Lottery Open Week
Spring is here and it’s the perfect time to visit RHS Garden Bridgewater for just £1 this March, as part of National Lottery Open Week 2026. From 7-14 March, anyone presenting a National Lottery ticket, Scratchcard or Instant Win game - digital or physical - can enjoy £1 entry per person for up to four people.
P.ublished 28th February 2026
How To Strengthen The Parent-Child Relationship Through The Ups & Downs Of Adolescence
As parents, we all face the unique challenges of raising preteens and teenagers. The pressures of parenting at this stage can be overwhelming, but it's important to remember that understanding your child better can help navigate these turbulent years.
P.ublished 28th February 2026
72p% Of Grandparents Open To Giving Financial Gifts Amid Concerns Over Plastic Toy Waste
Image by Nattanan Kanchanaprat from Pixabay
72% of grandparents open to giving financial gifts amid concerns over plastic toy waste. 62% of grandparents are concerned about the environmental impact of plastic toy waste. Average grandparent spends £81.20 on their grandchild for their birthday. Scottish Friendly calls on Government to reform JISA rules to make it easier for grandparents to save for their grandchildren.
P.ublished 25th February 2026
Neurodivergency - What Is It - And Does It Affect Divorce?
Sarah Barr-Young
Legal Features Writer
Image by Peter Burdon, Unsplash
Over 15 per cent of the UK population - which equates to one in seven people - are neurodivergent, which means their brains work in different ways. Neurodivergency is not a medical condition or a disorder, but a term to describe differences in how the brain is wired.
P.ublished 23rd February 2026
Parents Continue Doing It For The Kids According To Scottish Friendly’s Investor Index
Image by mejiamelissa from Pixabay
Latest data shows new ISA sales up 5% in Q4 2025, compared to a spike in new JISA openings with a 19% increase on the previous quarter Junior ISA openings saw relative growth almost three times higher than ISAs quarter-on-quarter (19% vs 5%) The modern mutual’s latest customer data shows that quarter on quarter, JISAs saw a 19% increase in new policies being opened.
P.ublished 23rd February 2026
Must Visit National Trust Houses Reopen Across Cumbria This March
Steam Yacht Gondola on Coniston Photo:©National Trust Images-Tiree Dawson
Do you know what’s on your doorstep? This spring, some of Cumbria’s most loved National Trust places are reopening their doors following winter closure for cleaning and conservation work.
P.ublished 21st February 2026
Yorkshire Law Firm Reveals Average Age People Make A Will
New figures from Yorkshire-based law firm, LCF Law suggest people are making a will earlier in life than commonly assumed, with the average client instructing the firm to prepare their first will in their mid-40s. The findings sit alongside long-running national research into will-writing behaviour.
P.ublished 21st February 2026
A Family Guide To Good Oral Health & How To Build Healthy Habits
As parents, ensuring the well-being of our children is a top priority. Oral health has an important role in the general health and wellbeing of families but it is often something we neglect, instead focusing on the benefits of exercise, a healthy diet and good sleep hygiene.
P.ublished 21st February 2026
Children's Book Review: Siri Nosbig And The Noisy Campers By Sally Brown, Illustrated By Susan Wood
A cursory glance along the shelves of bookshops and libraries of any town will reveal a discomfiting, or perhaps encouraging, reminder that books for children are available in overwhelming numbers. Almost too well served by the market, the genre is glutted to the point of saturation with ‘product’, and it is heartening, in the context of surfeit, to find a gem glittering in the tide.
P.ublished 17th February 2026
Hidden Talents And Abilities
We all remember Covid and the lockdown period that seemed to go on forever. It affected people in many different ways. I suspect many rejoiced in the fact that they didn't have to get up early, face the rush hour traffic and spend the day in a stressful job they endured merely for its financial benefits. Yet I also feared for others for whom going to that job would have been a blessing.
P.ublished 14th February 2026
Ten Things To Do In North Cumbria With The Kids This Half Term By Bus
Bus and boat ticket for Ullswater
Half term is the perfect excuse to get out and about with the children, and hopping on a Stagecoach bus makes days out easy, affordable and stress-free. From historic castles and countryside escapes to parks, pools and hidden local gems, there’s plenty to explore without worrying about parking or traffic.
P.ublished 14th February 2026
Candlelighters Issues Guidance On Symptoms For International Childhood Cancer Day.
Yorkshire children's cancer charity Candlelighters has published advice on how to spot the symptoms of childhood cancer, as part of International Childhood Cancer Day on Sunday February 15th. Emily Wragg is the CEO of Candlelighters and says: “Cancer in children and young people is different to cancer in adults.
P.ublished 13th February 2026
Is This Really Love? How To Detect Signs Of Domestic Abuse In Relationships
Laura Sargeant
Legal Features Writer
Image from Laura Ockel, Unsplash
In February thoughts often turn to romance with messages about Valentine’s Day circulating everywhere on social media and in every shop on the high street. It’s easy to be drawn into the hype and see our own relationships or potential relationships through the lens of what the marketing tells us love should be like.
P.ublished 7th February 2026
Warning Issued Over Rising Use Of AI In Wills And Estate Planning
Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay
An estate planner who went from selling windows to producing wills says too many people are “putting their lives in the hands of a robot”. Estate planning expert Steve Bish lost one of his closest friends, Carl, in a scooter accident in 2001. Carl had not left a will and Steve helped his widow deal with the estate.
P.ublished 7th February 2026
Family Farm Safety Comes Into Focus In The Yorkshire Dales
Managing land for both food production and nature, requires farmers to have a plethora of different skills in order to do the job. There a far too many to list but of course this includes managing livestock and using machinery and tools through long working days, and often in lone-working environments.
P.ublished 5th February 2026
Poignant Video From Candlelighters Reflects The Impact Of Childhood Cancer
Yorkshire-based children’s cancer charity Candlelighters has released a moving video to reflect the ordeal of childhood cancer and communicate the range of support services they provide.
P.ublished 4th February 2026
Family-Friendly Highlights Revealed For JORVIK Viking Festival 2026
York is gearing up for another action‑packed February half‑term as the JORVIK Viking Festival returns from 16–22 February 2026, bringing a full week of hands‑on history, craft activities and Norse‑themed entertainment to the city’s streets and historic venues.
P.ublished 31st January 2026
How To Manage Your Child's Screen Addiction
Have you ever watched your child tap, scroll and click for hours without looking up? With UK lawmakers now debating whether to follow Australia’s lead and restrict social media access for under-16s, concerns about screen addiction, mental wellbeing and addictive online design are firmly in the spotlight.
P.ublished 31st January 2026
Improve Your Child’s Mental Health & Wellbeing As A Family
Noel McDermot
Mental Health Correspondent
Photo by Anna Tarazevich: Pexels
This Children’s Mental Health Week (9th-15th February), I am taking a look at the core aspects of a child’s life that are important from a mental health perspective and offer advice on how families can help improve their children’s health and wellbeing.
P.ublished 31st January 2026
Jones Myers Solicitor On Track To Boost Firm's Mediation Expertise
Developing mediation skills to help more clients: Katie Jennings
Jones Myers family law solicitor Katie Jennings has successfully completed the key first stage of her training to become an accredited Family Law Mediator. Katie, who is based at the niche family law firm’s York city centre office, has undergone training with the Family Mediators Association, completing her assignments in the evenings and weekends.
P.ublished 31st January 2026
Dreams And Aspirations
Lynne Dobson
Children's Art Writer
Nusaybah 7yrs
A new year often brings about new reflections and new ambitions, whether it's rekindling old friendships, beginning a new hobby, learning a language or setting off on an adventure to a distant land. Many of us use the first few months of a new year to make plans for ourselves or for our families.
P.ublished 24th January 2026
Terror For A Tenner
Liz Coggins
Features Editor
The Blackpool Tower Dungeon is kicking off its brand new season with a spine-tingling offer guaranteed to terrify and delight visitors. Throughout the entire month of February, guests can experience the Dungeon’s infamous comedy, live shows, and immersive storytelling for the frightfully low price of just £10 with the launch of its Terrible Tenner tickets.
P.ublished 24th January 2026
Slow Down Together at Half Term
For parents looking to turn February half term into something memorable, the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway is offering a week that combines heritage, exploration and the simple pleasure of slowing down together.
P.ublished 22nd January 2026
Blackpool Pleasure Beach Resort Opens For Half Term
Blackpool’s Pleasure Beach Resort has announced it will begin its season early for the second year in a row – as part of a resort-wide commitment to extending the Blackpool season. The theme park will open Nickelodeon Land throughout February half term (Saturday, February 14, until Sunday, February 22), and at £25.00 when booked online, tickets cost much less than a standard eTicket.
P.ublished 21st January 2026
Miller Homes Community Fund Supports Chorley Youth Charity In First Round Of 2026 Funding
Miller Homes has announced the first round of donation of its 2026 Community Fund programme in the North West, with more than £5,000 already awarded to local charities and community groups across the region this year. The latest recipient is Inspire, Chorley Youth Zone, which has received a £500 donation to support its ongoing work with young people across Chorley and surrounding areas.
P.ublished 16th January 2026
Getting Divorced? The Pros And Cons Of Collaborative Family Practice
In 2026 more couples who are divorcing and separating are expected to choose non-confrontational ways to legally end their relationship and put their children’s best interests first.
P.ublished 13th January 2026
LCF Law Reports Sharp Rise In ‘Silver Splitter’ Divorces
Image by CQF-avocat from Pixabay
Yorkshire-based law firm LCF Law has reported a significant increase in the number of older couples divorcing, which reflects a wider national trend towards later-life relationship breakdown. LCF Law says it has seen a marked rise in 'silver splitters', who are couples aged 60 and over that are divorcing after long marriages, often spanning 30 years or more.
P.ublished 10th January 2026
Little Princess Trust Receives £12,000 Boost As It Passes £50,000 Fundraising Milestone
Members of the Inco team participate in Christmas Jumper day
A charity that has helped more than 20,000 children and young people with a free wig service has received a £12,000 boost from a leading principal contractor.
P.ublished 7th January 2026
New Year / Old Material
Lynne Dobson
Children's Art Writer
Aadam 9yrs
This title may be a little confusing as it almost suggests I am using old pieces of artwork to celebrate the new year. This is totally not my intention. I hope all you wonderful young artists and your families and friends had a joyous time and are now looking forward to a healthy, happy creative new year.
P.ublished 3rd January 2026
Yorkshire Sculpture Park: Art, Nature And Family-Friendly Wonder In Perfect Harmony
We sent the Charlesworth family to experience the magical: Of the Oak in The Chapel at Yorkshire Sculpture Park. Not a typical art exhibition but an immersive sound-and-video installation that invites you to step metaphorically inside an ancient oak tree.
P.ublished 3rd January 2026
Sarah's Pink Events
A Leeds-based family-run breast cancer charity has celebrated a monumental milestone this year by reaching £500,000 in fundraising over the last 20 years. Sarah’s Pink Events, founded by Sarah Pattinson over 20 years ago, has put on various events throughout Leeds since their first Pink Ball in 2005. Sarah organised the ball in the wake of her sister, Kimberley’s, 2004 diagnosis.
P.ublished 29th December 2025
Navigating Loneliness This Christmas
Whilst the festive season can be a time full of joy and happiness, it can also be a very lonely time of year for many. Mental health expert Noel McDermott looks at what you can do to combat this and make this time of year as positive as possible, not just for you but for others.
P.ublished 24th December 2025
Menodivorce Or Menopause? : Feeling Out Of Control At Christmas
A series of studies has highlighted a connection between menopause and divorce - with many women attributing the menopause as a key factor in their relationship breakdown. The festive season can be a particularly stressful time for married and separated couples for several reasons.
P.ublished 23rd December 2025
My Newborn Son Needed Open Heart Surgery. Eckersley House Made Sure I Was Always By His Side
My son Dylan was born via emergency caesarean section on 28 July 2025, but he wasn’t crying properly when he was born. He sneezed and cried a bit before going silent. That’s when I knew something wasn’t quite right. As they finished my surgery other doctors were attending to Dylan. They then informed us that he was struggling either due to an infection or a heart condition.
P.ublished 23rd December 2025
Supporting Someone You Love Through Cancer, Guidance On Speaking To Friends And Family During This Challenging Time
Ian Garner
Business Writer
Maggie's Yorkshire Centre
A recent poll by cancer charity Maggie’s, found that nearly half of people worry about speaking to family and friends with cancer. Maggie’s cancer charity is well known for its compassionate support for people living with cancer and those close to them.
P.ublished 20th December 2025
Candlelighters Cancer Charity Showcases The Valued Role Of Outreach Play Specialists
Tracy West and Rachel Robinson Photo: Candlelighters
Yorkshire children’s cancer charity Candlelighters is showcasing the role of outreach play specialists, within the broad range of services it offers to the families of children with cancer. Emily Wragg, Candlelighters’ CEO explains: “We’re proud to fund two NHS outreach play specialists based at Leeds Children’s Hospital.
P.ublished 16th December 2025
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