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Last night we went to see Peter Pan at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre on our annual family trip to the panto. This is the fifth panto we have been to at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre and I think this year has been the best so far. The […]
FIT ROUND THE FAMILY HAVE THE FOLLOWING CLASSES IN THAME: New Class – HIIT & Core: Mondays, 9.15-10am at Thame Cricket Pavilion (Starting 14 January) FitMum Beginners Courses: Mondays, 8-8.45pm (limited spaces and bookable in advance – get in touch for details) Circuits Tuesdays, 8-8.45pm at […]
Just one weekend left until Christmas and if you’re looking for things to do with the family in Oxfordshire, there’s loads happening this weekend and we’ve got all the best, not-to-be-missed bits right here for you. If you’d like great events, competitions and recommendations sent […]
Going to the panto, like for many families has become an annual tradition in our house, and it gives us some light comedy relief during this busy Christmas period . Yesterday we were invited along to see Dick Whittington at the Kenton Theatre in Henley, […]
If you’re looking for things to do this weekend (8 & 9 December) with the family in Oxfordshire, there’s loads happening and we’ve got all the best, not-to-be-missed bits right here for you. If you’d like great events, competitions and recommendations sent directly to your […]
We were invited along to see The Pied Piper at the weekend which is this year’s Christmas show at the Cornerstone in Didcot. Last year we went to see their Christmas adaptation of The Nutcracker and the Mouse king, so when I discovered it was produced […]
A week into December and I was thrilled to be given the chance to take the littles to see Stories with Santa at the New Theatre Oxford this weekend. Tucked away in the corner in the Piano Bar, Twinkle the Elf welcomed us to this […]
You really can’t beat a good old pantomime during the festive period, and tonight we were treated to a wonderful evening at Wycombe Swan watching this year’s panto, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. This show really does have it all, and it had our […]
Living in Thame, Rumsey’s is a regular place to visit for our family as they offer a lovely menu and gorgeous handmade chocolates. This Christmas they have some fantastic chocolate Christmas gifts including chocolate Santa’s, trees and snowmen. All of these delicious Christmas treats are […]
If you’re looking for things to do this weekend (8 & 9 December) with the family in Oxfordshire, there’s loads happening and we’ve got all the best, not-to-be-missed bits right here for you. If you’d like great events, competitions and recommendations sent directly to your […]
The Henley Living Advent Calendar is based on an original idea from Stockholm and began here in 2011. One of the first events of it’s kind in the UK, and certainly the first locally, it runs every evening from 1 – 24 December. Like a children’s Advent Calendar, a […]
Witney Wonderland a sparkling Christmas Festival lights up Oxfordshire on 30th November! The first ever WITNEY WONDERLAND will be lighting up St Mary’s Church in Witney, Oxfordshire this Christmas. Visitors will be treated to see a host of illuminated Christmas trees and magical decorations, arranged […]
How is it almost December already? If you’re looking for things to do this weekend (1 & 2 December) with the family in Oxfordshire, there’s loads happening and we’ve got all the best, not-to-be-missed bits right here for you. If you’d like great events, competitions […]
We were invited along to Waddesdon Manor last week to experience their Christmas Carnival themed displays, so if you’re not quite feeling festive enough yet, then make sure you pay them a visit. We went along to Waddesdon’s Christmas display last year and I have to […]
If you’re looking for things to do this weekend (24 & 25 November) with the family in Oxfordshire, there’s loads happening and we’ve got all the best, not-to-be-missed bits right here for you. If you’d like great events, competitions and recommendations sent directly to your […]
Last week we were invited to see Aladdin, the panto at The Chipping Norton Theatre and we planned to for dinner somewhere first. As this was our first visit to Chipping Norton I scoured the internet for family friendly restaurants in the town and I […]
Last week we were invited along to see Aladdin, the panto at The Chipping Norton Theatre! We had a pre theatre dinner at Whistlers Cafe, Bar and Restaurant which was fantastic and then we headed to “The Chippy Theatre” as it’s known locally. We walked […]
If you’re looking for things to do this weekend (17 & 18 November) with the family in Oxfordshire, there’s loads happening and we’ve got all the best, not-to-be-missed bits right here for you. Aladdin Panto at Chipping Norton Theatre 14 November – January 13, 2019 This Christmas, […]
If you’re looking for things to do this weekend (10 & 11 November) with the family in Oxfordshire, there’s loads happening and we’ve got all the best, not-to-be-missed bits right here for you. RISINGHURST & SANDHILLS PARISH COUNCIL FIREWORKS 10 November The Risinghurst and Sandhills […]
Santa is dusting off his red suit, the reindeers are resting ready for the big night and everything in the North Pole is well and truly gearing up for a magical Christmas 2018. We’ve been speaking to an Elf in the know and have this […]
There’s always something quite special about wrapping up in your warmest gear, sipping mulled wine and waiting in the crisp air to watch the local celebrity turn on the Christmas lights. Here are the dates, times and details for all the Christmas light switch on […]
Wow how is it November already? With it being fireworks weekend we’ve got a huge weekly update to share with you. If you’re looking for things to do this weekend (3 & 4 November) with the family in Oxfordshire, there’s loads happening and we’ve got […]
Cogges is now taking bookings for their winter term-time woodland club for under 5s. There will be five weekly 1.5 hour sessions every Tuesday at 10am from 6th Nov. The cost per child is £7 per week, payable in advance for the whole term. Go […]
Last week we were invited by House of Fun to review their Holiday Camp in Abingdon. We arrived for the afternoon session at 1pm and my girls were asked what activities they would like to take part in. The choices were Trash to Treasure, Cooking […]
Santa will be visiting Marriotts Walk accompanied by his fantastic balloon modellers Clown and Pixie on the 21st 22nd and 23rd December 11am – 4pm. Over the summer holidays we visited Marriotts Walk which is a fantastic little shopping centre. It’s very open, spacious and relaxing […]
Calling all intrepid explorers in and around Chipping Norton! Grab your compass and hop aboard the bi-plane as the nation’s favourite traditional panto heads for Egypt. With dancing mummies, disappearing pyramids and a deeply daft genie, expect a laughter-filled spectacular. This is Aladdin as you’ve never seen it before! When Aladdin meets Jasmine, […]
There is something lovely about Christmas traditions and making memories with your family that will last a lifetime. We have put together some of our favourite festive traditions below: 1. Visiting the Pantomime Who can resist the lure of a traditional Christmas Pantomime? Men dressed as […]
We absolutely love Halloween here at Little Ankle Biters and I am always looking for easy Halloween food recipes I can quickly put together to get maximum results. The Vomiting Pumpkin For the last few years I have made this classic vomiting pumpkin which […]
I hope you’re having a great Half Term! If you’re looking for something to do this weekend with the family here’s our guide of what’s on. If you’d like great events, competitions and recommendations sent directly to your email inbox, why not sign up to […]
On the 15th and 16th of June, Beacon Festival opened its gates for a fun packed weekend of live music, comedy, poetry, zorbing, eating and drinking, fun for the younger ones and wellbeing activities. Festival highlights included live performances from the mighty ‘El Bronson’ and […]
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