Planning for December
We've reached the end of the year, and the busiest time. So many things to keep on top of. I’m updating all my monthly planning posts again for this year. In case it helps anyone else be more
Christmas Time in Edinburgh 2025
Last updated 18 December 2025 There’s just one week to go until the first of Advent, and the official start to the pre-Christmas season. What’s meant to be a joyful time can quickly turn stressful for families, with parents feeling the
Planning for November
Remember, remember, the fifth of November. But there's lots of other things to remember too. I’m updating all my monthly planning posts again for this year. In case it helps anyone else be more organised too, I’ll be sharing our
October Half Term 2025 – Free & Low Cost Family Activities
It seems like only yesterday that the kids went back to school, but lo and behold it's October already and the half term holidays are about to kick off. I’ve pulled together my usual round-up of holidays activities in Edinburgh
Planning for October
Time to get spooky, it's October! And in case you haven't guessed already, I'm a huge fan of Hallowe'en. I’m updating all my monthly planning posts again for this year. In case it helps anyone else be more organised
Planning for September
September! My favourite month of the year is here (admittedly might be a bit biased, as it's my birthday month
Pumpkin Patches in Scotland (updated for 2025)
Map last updated Sunday 26 October 2025 It's that time of year again. You may not want to be thinking about pumpkins in August, but the first Scottish pumpkin patches have started opening their bookings for October! Some people feel that
Planning for August
We're looking ahead to the end of the summer holidays. Two weeks from today, the kids will be back at school already! I'm updating all my monthly planning posts again for this year. In case it helps anyone else be
Monkeys: Our Primate Family
Yesterday, my 10 yr old and I attended a special family preview of Monkeys: Our Primate Family, the new exhibition opening up at the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh this weekend. The exhibition explores the remarkable lives of our primate
Planning for July
School's out for Summer, and June is almost out too. We're officially half way through the year, and it's time to plan for July. I’m updating all my monthly planning posts again for this year. In case it helps anyone
Summer Holidays 2025 – Free Family Activities in Edinburgh
It's back! My big, bumper issue of what's on for families for FREE (or at very low cost) in Edinburgh over the school summer holidays. We've got festivals, museums, libraries, outdoor events and activities, and more! As always, it has
Edinburgh Book Festival 2025 Children’s Programme
Last night, the Edinburgh International Book Festival launched their 2025 programme. I couldn't wait to have a browse and see what they have in store for us this year. I was of course particularly interested in the Children's Programme, which