Pizza Punks Newcastle Review (with Kids)

I worked with Pizza Punks in 2021 but this post is not part of that collaboration and has not been asked / paid for.  Prices / menus correct as of January 2022. Please check with Pizza Punks direct for the most up-to-date info when booking. 

You will find Pizza Punks on Grey Street in Newcastle City Centre. It is just next to Zizzi and on the same side (but further down the road) as the Theatre Royal. We absolutely love it here and would recommend to families looking for a pre-theatre meal or a decent pizza restaurant in town. 

Winter Forest Lights at Center Parcs Whinfell - A Review

 
This experience is brand new at Center Parcs for 2022 and available to all guests staying on site from 10 January - 27 February 2022. This experience was actually announced after we had booked our break so a lovely little extra. It is included at no additional cost, you don't need to book and you can visit as many times as you like during your stay. 

Hallowtween at York Maze | A Review

Hallowtween at York Maze claims to be the UK's only Halloween event for 10-15 year olds. This post is based on our visit in October 2021 and designed to give you an idea of what to expect plus a few top tips. 

Last year we bought our tickets on 20 September which is around the same time they were released for sale. Our tickets were £14.50 each. We booked a 1:30pm time slot which did give us just enough time to see and do everything at a leisurely pace before it closed at 5:30pm (it opens at 12:30pm during October Half Term). 

Prudhoe Waterworld Swimming & Soft Play Review

Thanks to Gaia from Toon Lunch Club for this review of Prudhoe Waterworld which is based on several visits and swimming lessons at the centre across Winter 2021/22. Over to Gaia.......
 
If you’re looking for a swimming pool that’s great for kids, why not pay Prudhoe Waterworld a visit. It’s got a wave machine, a waterslide, inflatables and fountains - kiddie heaven! There’s also a little soft play if you really want to get parent points. Read on for all the details…

Alton Towers February Half Term Deal

 
Alton Towers has put together a nice little short break idea for February Half Term. This deal is available from 18-27 February 2022 (do check your school holiday dates as they do vary this year). Always check information direct with venue when booking as the info in this post may change. 

The deal DOES NOT include full access to the theme park which will be closed but there is still plenty to do and it is a good option if your kids love indoor waterparks as it includes access on one day. 

Yorkshire Wildlife Park | A Review

This post is based on a rather rainy visit to Yorkshire Wildlife Park in August 2021. As always, please check with venue direct for the most up to date info, prices and booking. Apologies for the distinct lack of photos in this post - the rainy weather just didn't lend itself to animal photography on the day! 

We visited as part of a 'Sunset Safari' deal where you pay a reduced fee and the park stays open late from 4:30pm-9pm ish. It was ideal as we travelled down from the NE during the day, got checked into our hotel and then visited the park in the evening.

A January Break at Center Parcs Whinfell with Tweens & Teens

 
We're going to Center Parcs! I will be sharing photos from our stay but didn't want to spend time typing out loads of info so thought I'd share a pre-visit post which I can link to with my photos with all of the info you need. 

January is (in my opinion) a good time to stay at Center Parcs. We all know it can be ridiculously expensive, well January is the cheapest time to go. Our short weekend break was £579 staying in a 3 bed 2 story detached new style woodland lodge Fri-Mon.