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Planning your Day Out
Some practical ideas on how to ensure you and your family have an enjoyable day out. These include some great destinations to inspire you and travel planning tips to help you arrive safe and sound. BEST Advice is based in Bedfordshire, so many of our ideas are aimed at parents and families in this region. But even for visitors to the site from other parts of the UK our suggestions may still prove useful.
London for the Day!
Still considered by many to be the best capital city in the world, London can make for a great day out and needn't break the bank, as many sights and places to visit are free.
A Day at the Seaside
Nothing to beat a day at the seaside. Although it may appear far from the sea at first glance, from Bedfordshire you can in fact reach many seaside towns in Suffolk, Norfolk, Essex and even the South Coast by train, car or coach. Here are a few suggestions...
Animal Attractions
If you enjoy a day out seeing animals in zoos or their natural habitat, we have a few ideas for you here.
Theme Parks
We now have several theme parks situated only a few hours' drive away which can make a great day out for all the familiy.
Historical Buildings
A little more peaceful than a roller-coaster ride in a theme park, but for many just as enjoyable, are the many interesting historical buildings, gardens, stately homes within easy reach of Bedfordshire.
Aircraft Museums & Displays
This region has a well known place in the history of flying and aircraft. Visit some of the fantastic aircraft museums - Duxford, Shuttleworth, RAF Hendon, places full of history and excitement.
Cinema Visits
There are some great films around at the moment and within a few miles of Bedfordshire many cinemas and leisure complexes.
More on Movies
British Board of film Censors (BBFC) will help you understand the current classification system so that you can plan your cinema visits in the knowledge that the film will be suitable for you and your family.
The M25 - a special note!
The need to plan your journey, especially if you use the motorway network is never greater, especially if your journey involves travelling on the M25. Through 2010 this road is undergoing many improvements. For this motorway as well as others there are many sources of traffic information to help with your planning.
More Excitement? Here are a few ideas
For some, more of an adrenalin rush is required! So here are some ideas for soem activities to set the pulse racing.
The Great British Weather
However hard we try we can't avoid our wonderfully unpredictable weather. So just a few pointers on how to allow for the British Weather!
Transport
In this region we have several well known attractions that feature the history of Transport in Great Britain. Here are one or two to tempt you.
Making Things with Your Children
Children of all ages love to be creative and make things. You can encourage and support them in their creativity with some simple ideas.
Cooking at Home
Most children love to help in the kitchen and by doing so they learn many more skills than basic cookery. To help develop their culinary skills, we found some simple recipes which a child can either complete under adult supervision or take an active part in all the stages of preparation.