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We enjoyed the glorious sunshine this weekend with a trip to Brighton. We went on the @brightoni360official which is right by the sea front.
The i360 pod take a slow journey up, allowing you to take in views across Brighton and the South Downs 450ft above ground. There’s a bar inside with drinks and snacks available to purchase and the experience lasts 25 minutes.
Afterwards, we headed to the open air roller rink for a roller skating session!
The roller rink is:
⭐ Suitable for over 5s
⭐ £6.50 if you have your own skates or £9.50 if you need to hire them
⭐ 45 minutes per session
Full details to visit the i360 + skating
📍 Brighton i360, Lower Kings Road, Brighton BN1 2LN
🚗 Parking nearby (we parked in the Regency Square Car park)
🎟️ Prices start from £25.40 for an adult and £16.90 for a child
🕐 Opening hours are currently Sun-Fri 10.30am-18.30pm and until 19.30pm on Saturdays
☕️ Bar inside the i360, cafe and gift shop
Book tickets here:
https://tickets.brightoni360.co.uk/tickets/?_ga=2.195305772.1869001490.1689671753-1757164059.1689671753/#events?eventid=157](https://suburban-mum.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/417980235_313576471048632_3682382982231216432_n.jpg)
![[AD] ***Summer of fun at Barracudas Activity Camps!****
There is plenty for kids to do at @barracudas_activity_day_camps
From Tennis, Archery, Swimming, Motor Sports and more you can be sure that there will be something for kids aged 4.5-14. ⚽🏈🥅🎾🏓🏎️🏹🏊♂️🏉
You can book on a day by day basis - so it can fit in with any other days out/activities you have planned and there are early drop off and late pickup options available. Barracudas are also Ofsted registered so you can use your Childcare Vouchers too.
⭐⭐⭐Get £20 off a week or £4 off a day using my discount code: MARIA20⭐⭐⭐
#BarracudasActivityDayCamp #BarracudasActivityCamp #BarracudaAmbassadors #SummerHolidays #SchoolHolidays #Summer2023 #SummerCamp #DayCare #Camp #KidsCamp #surreymummy #surreymums #SummerOfFun #ActivityCamps #HolidayCamps #Childcare #SchoolHolidays #schoolholidaycamps](https://suburban-mum.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/353583570_625625966167953_545896259645102575_n.jpg)
![[AD] We have some super exciting news...we have been chosen to be Laser Quest Ambassadors, and the boys are over the moon!
We are really lucky that our local Laser Quest (@laserquestkingston) is just around the corner from us. It means we can pop in of a weekend or anytime during the school holidays, and with summer just around the corner, I know Laser Quest will be one of our go-to places for some family fun.
As well as games of Laser Quest, there are also VR experiences and arcade amusements too. To find out a bit more about how Laser Quest works, you can read my blog post: https://www.suburban-mum.com/laser-quest-kingston/ (clickable link in bio)
Don't forget to keep an eye out for our Laser Quest posts - I'm going to be giving away two family passes to use at Laserquest Kingston!
If you can't wait and want to head down to Laser Quest to try it out, use the code SUMMER30 for 30% off your booking. The code is valid from now until the end of August 2023 and can be used on Laser Quest games and birthday party bookings.
#LaserquestAmbassador #Laserquest #LaserquestKingston #ActivitiesForKids #FamilyFun #DaysOutWithKids #Lasertag #LaserquestVR #Kingston #ThingsToDoInKingston #SurreyFamilyDaysOut #ThingsToDoWithKids #RainyDayFun #SurreyMummy #SurreyLife #LifeWithKids #LifeWithBoys #familyfunday](https://suburban-mum.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/353230107_797358078406942_2405522556733455165_n.jpg)
![[AD] The sun has finally made an appearance and the boys have been making the most of it by spending it
in the garden.
They’re go-to is always football and they’ve been trying to improve their aim and accuracy with the new Messi Foldable Footlball goal from the #MessiTrainingSystem range.
I love the fact the goal is foldable, making it easy to store away when not in use. It is also lightweight so you can effortlessly pack it up and take it to the park or to a friend’s house.
The Messi Foldable Football Goal retails at £36 and can be purchased from @argos
You can read my full review here: https://www.suburban-mum.com/messi-foldable-football-goal/
#TrainLikeMessi #FoldableFootballGoal #FootballSkills #OutdoorFun #LionelMessi #LeoMessi #FootballAtHome #OutdoorKids #JustGetOutside #OutdoorsAndFree #ScreenFreeKids #WhateverTheWeatherKids @flair_gp](https://suburban-mum.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/341194882_615024710178056_41977149395989448_n.jpg)
![[AD] We are absolutely thrilled to announce that we are Barracuda Ambassadors again this year.
With Easter just around the corner, the boys were sent the @barracudas_activity_day_camps new camp kit in preparation for the school holidays.
There’s a wide range of activities for kids aged 4.5 - 14 including Tennis, Archery, Basketball, Arts & Crafts and more.
If you like the sound of Barracudas, find out more over on their website. You can also save £20 a week or £4 a day, using my discount code: MARIA20](https://suburban-mum.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/336812306_765234558514317_685553691647241974_n.jpg)
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Last weekend we were invited to try out @tsarettaspice’s new Bottomless Brunch menu and I can tell you it was thumbs up all round!
There’s a good choice tapas on offer from Punjabi fish fingers, Indo Chinese Chicken to Spiced Lamb Scotch Eggs and Manchurian Cauliflower (which was amazing!)
If you’re local to Twickenham and fancy giving them a try here’s are the details.
Tsaretta Spice Bottomless Brunch
⭐️£37.50 per head for bottomless Prosecco or cocktail of the day
⭐️£55 per head for bottomless Champagne
⭐️ Food included: 4 tapas selections and dessert or 2 tapas selections, a pav or naanwich and dessert
⭐️ Non-alcohol brunch is also available
Tsaretta Spice
55 Church Street
Twickenham
TW1 3NR
You can also read our full review over on the blog (link in bio)](https://suburban-mum.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/334565436_5960402314015030_663031098700829518_n.jpg)
![[AD] What does family look like for you?
I am fortunate to be surrounded by strong, powerful women in the form of my mum, sister and mother-in-law (along with many others). With Mother’s Day just around the corner, @BootsUK want to celebrate all the different mums and mother figures we are lucky enough to have in our lives. They have a huge range of Mother’s Day gifts to choose from so we can show them how much they mean to us. (swipe to take a look at some of my choices)
If you want to express love and appreciation for the mother figure(s) in your life, head to Boots.com to find the ideal gift. They have a whole host of gifts, so you can be sure to find something to suit all tastes. Celebrate the #LoveForAllMums this Mother’s Day with Boots.
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![📚 Are you ready for World Book Day? 📚
[AD - Gifted] I don't know about you, but I have never made the boys a costume for #WorldBookDay. I just don't have it in me to be creative that way. Their costumes have always been bought or cobbled together with what we already have, and luckily, the school allow you to wear pyjamas to school, which makes things a lot easier!
M has been living in his @TheRealTomGates pyjamas recently, and I think he might wear these when his World Book Day dress-up day comes around (the school celebrate with Book Week rather than just Book Day)
The boys have been fans of Tom Gates for a while now. M has always loved reading books that make him laugh and contain humour - they tend to keep him engaged in reading.
Did you know that there are now 20 Tom Gates storybooks to get stuck into? Ideal for kids aged 6-12, the series consists of feel-good, hilarious books full of photos and stories about Tom's life at home and school. Best of all, you can read them in any order.
The latest book is Tom Gates: Happy to Help (Eventually), and along with the pyjamas, you can pick them up from @GeorgeAtAsda just in time for World Book Day!
There's also a range of Tom Gates items, including games, puzzles and greeting cards at major retailers.
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Where to see Father Christmas in Surrey
It’s that time of year again where we are all turning our focus onto Christmas. How many of us have already started using Santa to keep their kids in check? My youngest is ridiculously excited about it this year and is adamant he won’t tell us what toys are going on his letter to the big man in red. My eldest (he’s 8), however, is starting to question whether he’s real. I think there’s been talk at school which is making him have his doubts. I hope he believes in the magic just a little bit longer but we shall see.
We’re lucky that there are so many great places we can visit in our area so I’ve done a bit of research and compiled this list of where to see Father Christmas in Surrey. I hope you find it useful.
Birdworld
Meet Santa and his reindeer this Christmas at Birdworld and enter a Winter Wonderland.
From 30 November
Bocketts Farm
A magical festive family visit to Bocketts awaits. Hop onboard the Santa Express for a ride around the farm before entering is workshop and grotto.
From 22 Nov – 24 December
Hatchlands Park
Plenty of outdoor fun at Hatchlands Park with a trail to follow, carol singing, a Victorian carousel and a meeting with Father Christmas himself.
Weekends from 30 November – 23 December
Hobbledown
Make a day of it and spend it at Hobbledown. There’s a Christmas Toddler Brunches and lunches for the little ones or Tea with Santa for the older children. Afterwards, head to the grotto for your gift and candy cane. These events are in addition to usual admission rates.
From Sat 30 Nov – 24 December
Santa’s Grotto at Court Farm Garden Centre
Come and meet Santa at Court Farm Garden Center and have a family photo taken. Each child also gets a gift to take home.
Selected dates from 28 November – 21 December
Squires Garden Centres – Santas Grotto
See Santa in his magical grotto and receive an early Christmas present. Tickets cost £6 per child with every £1 donated to local charities
Grotto openings vary depending on location
Chessington – Winter’s Tail
Come and celebrate Christmas with the Gruffalo and visit Father Christmas in his magical grotto.
From 23 November – 6 January
Wiglets Christmas Adventure – Godstone Farm
Combine farmyard fun with a festive visit. Walk through the scenic setting and take part in some Christmas crafts before meeting Father Christmas. Once you’ve received your gift from the toyshop head on to decorate gingerbread men and end with a special story time.
SEN Father Christmas experience also available on 11 December.
23 November – 24 December
Santa Specials – Rural Life Centre, Farnham
Head on a festive ride on the Santa Special, see the animals and help the elves in Santa’s Workshop. Finally, head to the grotto and you’ll be rewarded with a present if you’ve been good!
7,8,14 & 15 December
Meet Father Christmas at Polesden Lacey
Enjoy a host of craft activities while you wait to see the man in red in the bejewelled grotto. Children will meet Father Christmas and receive a gift. Afterwards, you can complete the family trail around Polesden.
29 November-8 December
Denbies Santa’s Cella Grotto
Enjoy an outdoor train ride followed by a visit to see Santa where you will receive a sticker book and a gift. Head over to the cellar to take part in some Christmas crafts.
From 23 November
Christmas Wonderland Experience – Chessington Garden Centre
Embark on a fantastical journey to meet Father Christmas in his grotto starting with winter wonderland walk. SEND sessions also available.
23 November – 24 December
Lapland UK
A truly magical experience and the best alternative to visiting the real Lapland. Journey through the magical Arctic homeland of Father Christmas and his elves.
From 16 November – 24 December
Ham House
See Ham House lit by beautiful candlelight and venture into the gardens twinkling with beautiful lights. Father Christmas is in residence so don’t miss your chance to meet him and receive a special Christmas gift.
7,8,14 & 23 December
Crockford Bridge Farm
A walking performance through The Wonder Wood, write your Christmas wishes before meeting Father Christmas in his log cabin.
From 30 November – 22 December
Santa’s Snow Train and Crystal Grotto, Painshill Park
Hop aboard the magical train to see Santa in the Crystal Grotto. There are festive activities and a stunning Christmas trail too.
1-23 December
Christmas at Fishers Farm
Just on the Surrey borders, Father Christmas will be at Fishers Farm where you can meet him in his magical grotto. Children can then choose their own present from the Toy Factory.
7-24 December
Santa Special at The Watercress Line
Hop aboard the train and be prepared for a magical trip where Santa and his helpers come to see you and give you a gift.
30 November – 24 December
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