Camps and Holidays

At Torridge House Cottages you can join in to "help feed the animals". The family and friends who run the farm have been providing farm cottages for families for many years. The atmosphere they have created is truly special! The cottages, animal feeding and the facilities on the farm are all exceedingly child friendly and extremely good value. Families staying at Torridge House say that they have fantastic holidays, that they have found a rare gem – a holiday experience that exceeded high expectations. Twice a day the lambs, pigs, chickens, ducks and rabbits are fed and there is a "get to know the small animals time" around the table.

The farm is surrounded on three sides by farmland. It is in a beautiful part of Devon, with lovely views all around, lots of toys, lots of space to run around, to play, peace, countryside, clean air, village scenes, seasides, moors, markets, woods, farmhouse meals, country pubs, seaside pubs, attractions, fishing, walking, cycling, parks, boats trips, riding all within easy reach. At every time of year there is always something special to enjoy.

The countryside is a beautiful patchwork of farmland and woodland with picture postcard villages inland, old fashioned seaside towns, bustling new shopping centres, market towns, fishing villages and lots of good places to eat.

On the farm is an outdoor seasonal heated swimming pool, a games room, a playroom, games, library as well as the gardens. The cottages are lovely even extra special, warm and comfortable and equipped to a high standard. Cottages are available for February half term and throughout the year. To find out more or to ask for a brochure, 01805 622542 www.torridgehouse.co.uk

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Had enough of winter, need a break from the daily grind? Why not treat the family to a holiday at Coombe Mill in Cornwall. Tucked away in a stunning valley amidst a glorious 30 acres sits this treasure of a holiday destination.

There is plenty to do and see for all the family at any time of the year. They have well appointed Cornish cottages, riverside lodges with spectacular views and spacious modern Scandinavian lodges. The treat of the stay for children is the many farm animals to feed on a daily tractor ride. They have everything from large Deer to tiny baby rabbits and chickens, not to mention play areas, toys, games and much more. There is also excellent fishing exclusive for guests and a well stocked reception area with books, maps, local produce and home cooked meals to make light of self catering.

If you can tear the children away from the magic of Coombe Mill then the lovely Cornish beaches, Eden Project and pretty fishing harbours are all less than ½ hour by car. 01208 850344 www.coombemill.com.

Extraordinary Family Fun All Year Round at Alton Towers

Park opens March 17th – November 11th 2007 with hotels and waterpark open all year round. For kids of all ages, families and thrill seekers. All new Dung Heap adventure playground for kids. ·New! Haunted Hollow – a gravely spooky stroll ·Chocolate Towers – Alton Towers unwraps a brand new Easter event (31st March – 22nd April) ·New! Extraordinary Golf opens in April - Forget crazy golf, urban golf and even guerrilla golf ·Adrenalin Weeks return! The first will be a Triple Ride Promise and runs 19th - 23rd March. Alton Towers promises that everyone* will get onto four of its most popular rides at least three times in one day! *Height Restrictions apply

It’s a quirky world for kids, for adults and for thrill seekers where the unexpected happens routinely. Crawl into the new Dung Heap playground; swing into Extraordinary Golf; take a gravely spooky stroll through the new Haunted Hollow; visit Willy Wonka in his fantabulous Chocolate Factory; lie back and luxuriate in a chocolate bodywrap; scream your way to Oblivion or splash yourself silly in Cariba Creek, all in the name of unadulterated fun.

The Alton Towers name is a byword for thrills! Speed freaks are outmatched on Rita - Queen of Speed; Air brings windswept exhilaration; Oblivion’s death defying plunge is the choice of adrenaline junkies and Nemesis’ turbulent, twisting frenzy leaves everyone wanting more minutes later! Prices from £23 adult, £16 child, £79 family ticket and just £89 ·For best value ticket and hotel deals, advance book on www.altontowers.com 

Old MacDonald’s Farm Join the very young at heart and play ‘Riverbank Eye-Spy’ on this pleasure cruise revamped to bring cuddly farm yard favourites vividly and spectacularly to life. With so much to experience, make a break of it and stay over at one of the two fully themed on-site hotels. Prices start from just £33.50 pppn, based on four sharing a family room*. For more information or to book, 0870 458 6001 or visit www.altontowers.com to take advantage of the 5% online discount. *Terms and Conditions apply. Subject to availability.

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