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Family hiking in Cornwall
The only other picture we could find to illustrate 'UK family holidays' was four people stood in the rain in Eastbourne. It would be nice to think that this sunny image of a family hiking on the Lizard Peninsular in Cornwall was a bit nearer to the truth. From great hotels to city day trips and nature reserves, there are tips covering every aspect of the British isles for parents and children alike. But perhaps taking a brolly is a good idea.
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    An Clachan is everything a cafe should be. Set in a (previously unloved) section of the beautiful Kelvingrove Park, An Clachan has really lovely home made cakes (the best chocolate chip cupcakes I've had), hot and cold food (again, home made), good coffee, great welcoming staff and healthy snacks and drinks for children. It's even near a small play park, and believe me, good coffee and kids play areas are rarely found together.

    www.kelvingroveparkcafe.co.uk/
    Kelvingrove Park (off La Belle Place), Glasgow, G3 7LH
    +44(0)7846 463614
    Google map: bit.ly/KSGHPF

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    Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre

    Posted by alisonm10 12 May 2010

    Theatre of kinetic sculptures by Eduard Bersudsky. The models are made up of carved figures and pieces of old scrap which mechanically move to music in a short 35-minute show accompanied by classical and Scottish celtic music. Grotesque, Tim Burton-like figures and animals toil in their ceaseless lives. Quirky and unique, the joy is in identifying the "junk" - old typewriters, sewing machines, bottle openers - and watching the imprisoned mechanical mice, ever struggling. Children go free when accompanied by an adult.

    Trongate 103, Glasgow, G1 5HD
    +44 (0)141 552 7080
    www.sharmanka.com

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    City sightseeing tour with live guide or multi-lingual commentary. It is amazing! Takes you on a huge sightseeing tour of the city and we hopped off at the People's Palace and Mitchell Library which were superb. Recommend also visiting Kelvingrove Art Gallery, Glasgow Cathedral, University West End area of Byres Road. Fantastic value for money. Interesting. Breathtaking architecture. Your ticket is valid for two consecutive days.

    www.citysightseeingglasgow.com or Tourist Information, George Square also Buchanan Bus Station. You may also pay as you get on the bus.

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    1- Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum

    Kelvingrove is the most visited museum in Scotland and the most visited in the UK outside of London. It recently underwent a massive refurbishment which has added new collections to its already impressive invitory.

    2- Museum Of Transport

    Everything from a horse and carriage to vintage steam trains are available here. A great place for kids or for a family day out, plenty to see.

    3- Glasgow Cathedral

    Worthwhile just to see the building itself, it is hundreds of years old and still looks magnificent, not bad inside either.

    4- Burrell Collection

    Located opposite the Kelvingrove Museum and well worth doing along with its more popular neighbor. Plenty to see from Ancient Egypt to information on Sir William Burrell who donated the collection.

    www.seeglasgow.com
    www.roomsinglasgow.com

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    Friendly and comfortable Scottish family-run hotel. Very relaxing for a weekend away.

    On the doorstep of The Isle of Arran, great golf courses and other attractions.

    Very nice restaurant and bar, and the rooms were very clean and comfortable too.

    31 Ardrossan Road, Seamill, Ayrshire, KA239NA
    www.merrickhotel.co.uk
    01294 822649
    West Kilbride Station

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    Pollok Country Park

    Posted by silidh 5 March 2007

    It's a big, accessible green space with good paths largely through mixed woodland which also features an early ringwork if you're in to archaeology. There are also gardens. Look out for kingfishers along the White Cart Water. There's a programme of family events and the kids will like the heavy horses and the highland cattle herd. There are also mountain bike courses through the woods for beginners to advanced level.

    And if it rains, the Burrell Collection is on site - marvellous antiquities and art and entry is free. Or you could visit Pollok House, an 18th century mansion house in the care of the National Trust for Scotland. Both venues have restaurants.

    If going by car, park by Pollok House rather than by the Burrell if you want to avoid parking fees.

    Pollok Country Park
    2060 Pollokshaws Road
    Glasgow
    G43

    www.glasgow.gov.uk/en/Residents/Parks_Outdoors/Parks_gardens/pollokcountrypark.htm

    Nearest train station Pollokshaws West

    Buses 45, 47, 48, 57

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    Kelvingrove museum and park

    Posted by johngerard 13 July 2006

    Just reopened after a great job of renovation. There is plenty to see for children of any age and the layout allows a space where younger children can run around while browsing. The park is large and on the other side of Argyle Steet there are a couple of pubs that serve reasonable food at midday. My kids - aged 6 and 9 - loved it. Taking the Glasgow underground (if you never have) is an event in itself. Across the road is the Transport Museum which is also a good free visit, and the ice cream van outside is a must.

    Kelvingrover Art Gallery and Museum: Argyll Street, Glasgow;
    tel: 0141 276 9515;
    Museum of Transport: 1 Bunhouse St, Glasgow;
    tel: 0141 287 2720;
    www.glasgowmuseums.com;
    Directions: Get off at Kelvingrove underground after Partick train station or direct from Buchanan St underground

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    XScape

    Posted by LoneRover 25 May 2006

    A huge indoor complex at Glasgow's Braehead Arena. Choose from a host of activities such as rock climbing, a sky ride, fan drop, bowling, cinema and Britain's longest indoor real snow ski slope!

    Xscape Braehead, Kings Inch Road, Braehead, Renfrew;
    tel: 0871 200 3222 (or 0871 222 5672 for the snow slope);
    www.xscape.co.uk/snow/braehead

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    Cafe Source

    Posted by Magpiec13 12 December 2005

    This welcoming cafe/restaurant is in the basement of St Andrews in the Square (a renovated 18th-century church, now functioning as a folk club and venue for events such as weddings and conferences). Cafe Source offers value for money - not particularly cheap, but fantastic quality and decent portion sizes (especially the delicious sandwiches).

    It's also a good choice for families, as a selection of toys is usually available, and is ideally placed for lunch or dinner following a visit to the People's Palace on Glasgow Green.

    The monthly jazz supper club is well worth a visit, but book in advance - it's very popular.

    St Andrews Square, just off the Saltmarket, G1

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    On a clear day you can see the whole city, including a panorama from Ibrox stadium to Celtic Park. The spires of the west end and glittering city centre lie in between the stadia with the highlands providing a spectacular backdrop ( you can see at least 5 munroes from the Arrochar hills to Ben Vorlich at Loch Earn). Glasgow is a much more attractive city than it is often given credit.

    Take a train from central station to Queens park, exit the station to victoria rd, turn right and you will see the gates of the park at the end of the road. Walk through them, straight ahead through an avenue of trees to the highest point in the park.

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    The Bothy

    Posted by MissLA 10 October 2005

    Tucked away in the West End this great restaurant serves contemporary Scottish food in a great setting. The Bothy manages to have staff in kilts and irn-bru sorbet on the menu, but still has an upmarket, elegant feel.

    Ruthven Lane, Off Byres Road. Opposite Hillhead Subway station

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    People's Palace and Winter Garden

    Posted by AudreyC 13 September 2005

    The People's Palace is Glasgow's social history museum. It tells the story of the city through its people, and not just the great and good. You can listen to examples of Glasgow speech, and see a reconstructed tenement 'single-end'. It's also free, like all of the City of Glasgow's 13 museums. Unmissable if you're a resident or expat Glaswegian, and still good even if you're not.

    Glasgow Green, Glasgow, G40 1AT; Tel: 0141 271 2951; www.glasgowmuseums.com/venue/index.cfm?venueid=9

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