- A castle is a good place to start, and Berkeley Castle is one of the best. It is possibly one of the most outstanding examples of Medieval domestic architecture in England. Special events such as the Steam Rally and the 'Berkeley Skirmish' medieval re-enactment are well worth looking out for.
- Slimbridge Wetland Centre is world renowned for its collection of swans, geese and other wildfowl, and is hailed as the birthplace of conservation. There is a year-round programme of walks, events, workshops and spectacular wildlife encounters. Many of the facilities and activities have been designed specifically with children in mind.
- Two-wheeled exploration is next on the list, with a trip to Pedalabikeaway near Coleford in the Forest of Dean. Here you can hire bikes for the whole family and hit the trail on one of the many marked cycle tracks in the Forest. Natural beauty, tranquility and exercise all rolled into one!
- Ideal for children, the 1:9 scale replica of the village of Bourton-on-the-Water is situated in the garden of usb wireless internet Old New Inn. Complete with houses, church and shops, all built in the warm Cotswold stone of the original, the model village is a masterpiece of craftsmanship.
- Underground exploration in Clearwell Caves, near Coleford, will make an exciting trip for the family. There are nine impressive caverns to explore, and some of Britain's oldest underground mine workings.
- If it's wild celcom broadband wireless malaysia action-packed non-stop fun you're after, then Cattle Country near Berkeley is the place for you. In the play barns you'll find drop slides, wavy slides, ball pools and much more, whilst outside there is lots to do as well, including rides on the mini train, or bouncing on Britain's largest jumping pillow. For animal lovers there are opportunities to see deer, bison and cattle, as well as the chance to handle smaller animals.
- This next one has a more limited season than most attractions, but it's such fun that I just had to include it: Elton Farm creates three new Giant Maize Mazes every year, large, medium and small. The mazes are themed and Adsl Dslam an unusual and entertaining challenge (potentially a long one!) for all ages , and a number of special events. The Late Night Special is a good one, but don't forget the torches!
- The Dean Forest Railway is a good place for railway enthusiasts young and old. In addition to heritage train services for visitors to the Forest of Dean, the railway runs special events suitable for all the family, such as a 'Day out with Thomas'.
- Back in the past again, Gloucester Folk Museum is a treasure trove of items relating to local history, domestic life, crafts, trades and industries from about 1500 to the present day. There is a Toys and Childhood gallery, with hands-on toys and a puppet theatre, and there are often events, activities and demonstrations, many of them specifically for children. Another good reason to make the Folk Museum a priority is that it's absolutely free!
- Sometimes it's fun to go somewhere really unusual, so Tmnet Online Guard about being able to tell your friends that you've seen the tallest fountain in Britain? Opened on 5th June, 2004, the single-jet fountain at Stantway House rises to 300 feet or more, and is a sight that can't fail to impress all the family. The house is definitely worth a visit too, but it's the fountain that steals the show for me.
If you and your family manage to visit all these attractions this year you will be doing well, but rest assured, there are plenty more places to go next year.....and the next.....
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