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The best dog food for Cockapoos will make sure your beloved pooch is getting all the nutrients they need while also taking into consideration any dietary requirements they may have. This much-loved and highly recognisable crossbreed may vary in colour and coat, but a sweet and friendly temperament, a fun-loving personality and high intelligence and food motivation levels can be found in almost every Cockapoo. They may love their grub, but they're also known for being quite fussy, so finding the :a[best dog food]{href='https://takeabreak.co.uk/pets/dogs/the-best-dog-food/' } to tempt their tastebuds is sure to be up there on the list of priorities for any Cockapoo owner.

As Cockapoos are prone to getting an upset tum, it's important to look for :a[dog food for sensitive stomachs]{href='https://takeabreak.co.uk/pets/dogs/best-dog-food-sensitive-stomachs/' } when shopping for something new to add to their diet. Just like us humans, Cockapoos are all different so one hound may be okay with a certain type of food whilst the other may end up having diarrhoea or vomiting after ingesting it. You may have to go through a bit of trial and error before you find the best food for cockapoos, but once you've found it, you'll be rewarded with a wagging tail and plenty of cuddles.

## Best dog food for Cockapoos at a glance: {#h-best-dog-food-for-cockapoos-at-a-glance}

**• Best food for Cockapoos overall:** AVA Veterinary Approved Optimum Health Cockapoo Food, 3kg – :a[view on Pets at Home]{href='https://www.petsathome.com/shop/en/pets/ava-chicken-cockapoo-dog-food-3kg' target='_blank' rel='noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow'}  
**• Best wet food for Cockapoos:** Lily's Kitchen Proper Food for Dogs Grain Free Multipack, 12 x 400g - :a[view on Lily's Kitchen]{href='https://www.lilyskitchen.co.uk/for-dogs/wet-food/grain-free-recipes-12-x-400g-multipack-DMGFL.html' target='_blank' rel='noreferrer noopener nofollow'}  
**• Best for Cockapoos with anxiety:** Pooch and Mutt - Calm and Relaxed, 2kg – :a[view on Pooch and Mutt]{href='https://www.poochandmutt.co.uk/products/calm-relaxed-dry-food' target='_blank' rel='noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow'}

Cockapoos can also be more prone to getting ear infections than other dogs, but switching to a hypoallergenic food can help with this. :a[PurePetFood.com]{href='https://www.purepetfood.com/breeds/best-dog-food-for-cockapoos' target='_blank' rel='noreferrer noopener nofollow'} suggest that your vet might advise switching to a hypoallergenic diet if your pooch suffers regularly with their ears. This diet offers the right type of :a[dog food for itchy skin]{href='https://takeabreak.co.uk/pets/dogs/best-dog-food-for-itchy-skin-allergies/' } and allergies, but it can also help to reduce the effects of any other health problems. To find out which food and ingredients your pooch may be allergic to, take a look at our FAQs section below.

Of course, the taste is the most important factor as far as these picky pooches are concerned. So, we’ve made sure we’ve included all the best dog food for Cockapoos that are bound to get your pooch's tongue wagging as soon as they get a whiff at dinner time.

## Best dog food for Cockapoos {#h-best-dog-food-for-cockapoos}

## How we chose the best dog food for Cockapoos

All of these dog foods for Cockapoos have been hand-selected by our team of Take A Break Pets shopping experts. We carefully considered flavour, ingredients and nutrients in our selection of the best. Our team has spent hours investigating and researching dog food for Cockapoos to make it easier for you to find the very best, and we'd never recommend a product we don't believe in.

With pets big and small on our team, where possible we'll share the best products that have been tried and tested by our own furry friends who have given their paw of approval. And, with help from veterinary experts, we share their knowledge to ensure everything we choose is paw-fect for your pet.

How much food your Cockapoo needs will depend on a number of factors, this includes how much they weigh, their ideal weight for their size and their activity levels.

As Cockapoos can be bred with poodles of varying sizes, the ideal weight and height of your Cockapoo will change depending on this. For example, crossing a cocker spaniel with a toy poodle will make a Cockapoo that is smaller and weighs less than a Cockapoo bred from a cocker spaniel and a standard poodle. :a[Hill's Pet]{href='https://www.hillspet.com/dog-care/dog-breeds/cockapoo' target='_blank' rel='noreferrer noopener nofollow'} says that most commonly, a Cockapoo is created by crossing a cocker spaniel with a miniature poodle and this creates a sturdy, medium-sized dog that weighs around 15 pounds and stands about 14 inches at the withers. The best dog food for Cockapoos will include guides on their packaging to tell you how much food to give your pup in relation to its ideal weight.

How much food you feed your Cockapoo will depend on its activity levels. The more active your dog is, the more calories it'll burn. If you have a Cockapoo, you'll know that they are on high energy pretty much 24/7 so they are quite an active breed.

The amount may also change depending on whether you’re feeding your Cockapoo, just dry dog food, wet dog food on its own, or a combination of the two. And, if you've got a puppy on your hands, you'll want to feed them their own :a[Cockapoo puppy food]{href='https://takeabreak.co.uk/pets/dogs/best-cockapoo-puppy-food/' } little and often in those early weeks and months.

Of course, if you're not sure how much food to give your pooch, you can always contact your vet for more advice.

### How to introduce new food into your Cockapoo's diet?

As Cockapoos can suffer from food sensitivities and allergies, you’ll need to be careful when introducing new food to avoid an upset tummy and other health issues.

The best way to introduce any dog to new food is to do it gradually. You’ll want to start by mixing a bit of the new food in with their old food for the first couple of days and see how they get on. If you haven’t noticed any negative changes in your pooch, you can gradually increase the amount of the new food you add into the mix over a week or two until your hound is solidly eating their new diet.

### Are Cockapoos prone to sensitive stomachs?

As we’ve mentioned at the start of this article, Cockapoos are unfortunately prone to sensitive stomachs so certain ingredients or types of food may cause them to get an upset tum, leading to vomiting and diarrhoea. Choosing a hypoallergenic diet that is easily digestible while still being full of high-quality quality ingredients is often the best food for Cockapoos. However, they could have intolerances and allergies to certain food groups, such as grains or dairy, which can make it hard to find dog food for Cockapoos. If you’re concerned about what to feed your Cockapoo, we’d recommend speaking with a vet as they can make recommendations tailored to your pup’s needs.

### Why is my Cockapoo so fussy with food?

Cockapoos are renowned for being fussy with their food and more often than not, it’s just because of their personal preferences. Just like us humans, Cockapoos can tend to get bored of their food after a while or just not like certain things. It could also simply be that they’re not a fan of the texture of the food you’re serving them. For these reasons, it’s not that uncommon to find your Cockapoo turning their nose up at mealtimes sometimes.

Of course, there could be an underlying reason why your Cockapoo is being so fussy with their food and that could be a potential allergy, intolerance or sensitivity to their food. They may recognise that there’s something in the food you’ve served them that just won’t agree with them, so they may refuse to chow down when you’ve put it in front of them.

While you don’t necessarily _need_ to feed your Cockapoo a specialised food, they may benefit from a more tailored diet to take into consideration any allergies, intolerances or sensitivities they may have. A specialised dog food for Cockapoos is also made with their size and energy levels in mind, as well as any potential health issues so you’ll find that tailored recipes are packed with all the exact nutrients Cockapoos need and will support their overall wellbeing.

Foods such as chocolate, grapes, raisins, onions and garlic are toxic to Cockapoos (and all other dog breeds) so you should avoid feeding these :a[toxic foods for dogs]{href='https://takeabreak.co.uk/pets/dogs/toxic-food-for-dogs/' } to your pooch as these can cause some serious health risks and can even be fatal in some cases. If your pup has eaten any of these, you should get in contact with your vet and they can advise you on the best course of action.

As we’ve mentioned throughout this article, there are certain ingredients that, while they may not be toxic to your Cockapoo, could cause your pup to be poorly if they’ve got an allergy, intolerance or sensitivity so if you’re aware of what these are, you can provide your pooch with the best Cockapoo food to suit their dietary requirements.

### What can Cockapoos be allergic to? {#h-what-can-cockapoos-be-allergic-to}

Here is a list of foods and ingredients that dogs, including Cockapoos, can be allergic or intolerant to:

• Soy  
• Carbohydrates (such as rice and potato)  
• Meats (such as beef, lamb, chicken and turkey)  
• Dairy products (such as eggs and milk)  
• Grains (such as wheat and rice), luckily, there are many :a[grain-free dog foods]{href='https://takeabreak.co.uk/pets/dogs/best-grain-free-dog-food/' } available  
• Fish  
• Veggies  
• Other novel proteins (such as duck, venison and rabbit)

Unfortunately, it may just have to be a process of elimination until you find the ingredient(s) that trigger your pooch to be poorly.

_:a[Rosie Floyd]{href='https://takeabreak.co.uk/author/rosie-floyd/' } is a Senior Home & Pets Product Writer for Take A Break Pets, specialising in all things dogs. She grew up always having at least one dog as part of the family and has experience in owning a variety of breeds, including Labradors, Cockapoos and Yorkshire Terriers._

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Enjoy a fun-filled day at this tropical waterpark, which is filled with a climbing structure, water canons, tipping buckets, pull ropes, water wheels, slides, and a lazy river. The waterpark is part of :a[Alton Towers]{href='https://takeabreak.co.uk/holidays/take-a-break-holidays/alton-towers-theme-park-review-how-to-make-the-most-of-your-visit/' }Resort but is located outside of theme park, in Splash Landings Hotel, and separate ticketed entry applies. Children from 1.1m and above can ride on the Master Blaster, which twists and turns around the inside of the waterpark and the Rush 'N' Rampage high-speed slides. There is no specific height restriction on the Flash Floods slides. But riders must be able to swim or wear arm bands, as these slides enter a pool at the bottom. There is still plenty to keep kids under 1.1m entertained with Wacky Waterworks Treehouse, and Little Leak is an area specifically designed for toddlers and babies. This is a splash pool, where they can paddle, slide and play. Splash Landings Waterpark is part indoor, part outdoor, but there's a lovely warm temperature throughout, and poolside food is available should you get peckish.

Where: Splash Landings Waterpark, Alton Towers Resort, Alton, Staffordshire, ST10 4DB

Price: Book in advance from £18 per person. During peak holiday times, you're looking at more like £24 per person. Children under 90cm go free. Those with a Merlin Pass can save 20 per cent, and Parent & Toddler (under 5) tickets are available from £23 (excluding school holidays). It's timed entry and you choose your time on booking.

Book :a[here]{href='https://www.altontowers.com/tickets-passes/waterpark/' }

This family-friendly wildlife park in Kent is a breeding sanctuary for rare and endangered animals, and home to more than 900 animals. It's as close to an authentic safari experience as you'll get in the UK. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a pushchair for toddlers as there's a lot of ground to cover. Port Lympne sprawls over 600 acres and there are four key zones - Basecamp, Carnivore Territory, Dinosaur Forest, and Primate Trail. The park is then split into different areas. The South American/South African and Asian experiences are only accessible by safari truck (included in entry cost). Animals include Kent's only Rothschild giraffe, spectacled bear, western lowland gorillas, black rhino, Barbary lions (these have been extinct in the wild since the 1940s), tigers, clouded leopards, drill (one of the most endangered African primates) and various other rare animals. After a day of roaming around the park, enjoy a drink at the Mansion Bar & Terrace, looking out over beautifully manicured lawns. If you've always dreamed of going on safari but the price tag has put this dream out of reach, then we highly recommend the Giraffe Safari at Port Lympne. A passionate and expert ranger will take a small group out on a truck to watch these beautiful animals wander freely. The experience lasts two hours and the ranger will share interesting facts about the giraffes. It says on the website that depending on the animals behaviour on the day, you may get to feed them. But in our experience, the giraffes came right over to the truck and everyone on board had a lengthy time of getting to feed them. They bent their necks right into the truck, and seeing their face up close was incredible. It's a pricey £90 per person. But it's a memorable experience that's well-worth the spend. Port Lympne works in partnership with The Aspinall Foundation - a charity, working to promote wildlife conservation. So, a trip to the park helps to support this great work and it's an opportunity to talk to children about animal conservation.

Where: Port Lympne Safari Park, Aldington Rd, Lympne, Hythe, Kent, CT21 4LR

Price: Adult £32, child £28, under 3s go free

Book :a[here]{href='https://www.aspinallfoundation.org/port-lympne/book-your-tickets/' }

It goes without saying that one of the best summer family days out is a trip to the beach. And you won't find many beaches more child-friendly than the clean, soft and sandy Weymouth beach. This award-winning beach is overlooked by a charming Georgian seafront and the water is calm and shallow for metres in, making it perfect for toddlers and young children to paddle. Alongside splashing in the water and building sandcastles, there are plenty of other activities to enjoy such as a fairground with a vintage helter skelter, pony rides and pedalos. Baboo Gelato is conveniently located on the beach, so you can enjoy delicious award-winning gelato in a variety of flavours, and refreshing rhubarb or blood orange sorbet, or finish your day of sun and fun with a visit to Wafflicious ice-cream parlour, located right opposite the beach. Here you can enjoy sundaes, milkshakes, crepes and waffles. Kids will love the Smoreo - a waffle topped with mini-marshmallows and crushed Oreo biscuits, drizzled with Nutella and serves with Cookies & Cream ice-cream.

Located in picturesque Matlock Bath, in a hillside setting on the edge of the Peak District National Park, Gulliver's Kingdom offers thrills and adventures with impressive views. The beautiful location is one of the reasons Gulliver's Kingdom is a perfect summer day out, aimed at families with children aged two to 13. There are 20 rides and six themed areas. Dinosaur fans will be in for a treat on a Jurassic Trail to spot huge model dinos, and between 8-9 June Dinosaurs Unleashed will see 'living' dinos roaming around. Whizz down a log flume, enjoy the views as you ride a chair lift from the lower parts of the park to the higher points, or take a leisurely ride on the Cycle Monorail. There are both outdoor and indoor play areas, and daring children 1.1m tall or over can get their thrills on Riggers Revenge, an adrenaline fuelled zip line course. New for this year is the Upside Down House and Safari Kingdom, and Summer Sparks Spectacular will take place on 31 August, with select rides opening late and a fantastic fireworks display. Gulliver's Theme Park Resorts have parks in Matlock in Derbyshire, Rother Valley in South Yorkshire, Warrington in Cheshire and Milton Keynes in Buckinghamshire. Wowcher have an offer on a stay and play package at Gulliver's, Milton Keynes, where you can enjoy overnight accommodation and theme park entry from £139 for one-day entry for up to four people, or from £179 for one-day entry for six people, valid until November 2024. Find out more :a[here]{href='https://www.wowcher.co.uk/deal/travel/spas-country-house/attractions/31661309/gulliver-s-stay-park-entry-4-6' }.

Where: Gulliver's Kingdom, Temple Walk, Matlock Bath, Derbyshire, DE4 3PG

Price: Prices vary depending on dates and demand but as a guide online advance tickets cost - adult/child £20, senior £18, concessions £14, under 90cm go free.

Book :a[here]{href='https://www.gulliverskingdomresort.co.uk/opening-times-and-prices' }

## 5\. Quex Adventure Farm Park and Activity Centre

A visit to Quex feels like staying at a holiday park, as there are so many activities to enjoy, a choice of food outlets, and a glamping site. Kids can jump to their hearts content on the bouncy pillows, whizz along the zip-wire, dig and build in the giant sandpit, enjoy the climbing frame and explore the maize maze. Smaller kids have a dedicated area at Toddler Village, where they can play shops or pretend to be a tractor driver. For an additional cost, there are goat experiences, and when we visited in the spring we had the opportunity to bottle feed goats (£8 per person). This was a brief but really enjoyable experience. There's archery at an additional cost, and if your little one has always liked the look of paintball but is a little too young to participate, then Quex has the perfect alternative. Gel Battle Royale is a low pain, super fun activity for ages 6+, and adults will love joining in the battle and dodging behind rusted barrels, smashed vehicles and makeshift buildings as you reenact video games. This must be booked at an additional cost (a 90 minute session costs £16.95 per person). But it's a really fun family activity. And if all that hasn't worn you out, there's also a fantastic 18-hole adventure golf course on site, which has relaxing lush landscaping and pretty water features. When booked online in advance this costs £8.50 per adult, £6.50 per child, £3.50 for children under 4, and £6.50 for people over 60 (available weekdays only). On 1 June, Bluey and Bingo will be visiting the adventure farm and from 24 July to 1 September, there'll be a special Egyptian Family Adventure.

Where: Quex Adventure Farm Park and Activity Centre, Birchington, Kent, CT7 0BH

Price: Entry to the farm park costs from £5.95 for toddlers aged 1-3, from £6.95 for children aged 4-15, £1.50 for an adult accompanying a paying child, £4.50 for an adult without a paying child. Other activities listed are at an additional cost.

Find out more and book :a[here]{href='https://quexactivitycentre.digitickets.co.uk/tickets' }

Kids can climb through tunnels and whizz down slides in giant wooden play structures that look like something from a fairytale. They can enjoy messy and sensory play, get soaked in the outdoor wet play area, chase each other round the huge indoor soft play, bounce on jumping pillows, visit the farm and zoo animals, step inside the lemur enclosure, and meet Hobbledown's real-life characters. This is a place where imaginations can run wild, and where fun feels less commercialised than other days out attractions. There are two Hobbledown Heaths, one in Hounslow, West London, and one in Epsom, Surrey. We visited the one in Epsom, and you can find out why we rated it a 5/5 attraction :a[here]{href='https://takeabreak.co.uk/holidays/take-a-break-holidays/hobbledown-heath-review/' }.

Where: Hobbledown Adventure Farm Park and Zoo, Horton Ln, Epsom, Surrey KT19 8PT

Price: Timeslot tickets start from £15 per person and anytime tickets from £17 per person. Under 2s go free.

Book :a[here]{href='https://www.hobbledown.com/epsom/tickets/day-tickets/' }

For older kids, teenagers and adult thrill seekers, there's Hobbledown's sister adventure park :a[Gripped]{href='https://takeabreak.co.uk/holidays/take-a-break-holidays/throw-yourself-into-an-adrenaline-fuelled-day-out-read-our-full-review-of-gripped-here/' }. Set your heart racing at this aerial and outdoor activity centre, where you'll enjoy a day of adventure, conquering high ropes, zip lines, bag jumps, two huge slides, a tree top net park, and a power fan activity - where you can experience the rush of free-fall. The minimum height for the high ropes, zip line trekking, and bag jumps is 1.4m, and the minimum height for the power fan and bag jump is 1.3m. The adventure net park is for ages 4+. You can book activities individually or in packages.

Where: Gripped, Staines Road, Hounslow, TW14 0HH

Price: The six-activity all-inclusive pass costs from £45 per person. Or you can choose from three activities (excluding the Power Fan) from £30. There's a three activities for 1.3m package (suitable for young thrill-seekers who haven't reached 1.4m) from £30. This allows them to enjoy the slides, net park, and the Power Fan. Or you can book activities individually, starting from £12 each. But we've got a 20% DISCOUNT on Gripped by using Take a Break's exclusive :a[booking code]{href='https://takeabreak.co.uk/holidays/take-a-break-holidays/throw-yourself-into-an-adrenaline-fuelled-day-out-read-our-full-review-of-gripped-here/' } valid until November.

Book :a[here]{href='https://www.begripped.com/plan-your-visit/tickets/' }

Situated in the 500-acre, 18th century Bretton Hall estate in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire Sculpture Park is the largest sculpture park of its kind in Europe and was last year voted Yorkshire Tourist Attraction of the Year. It's a unique place to discover modern and contemporary sculpture, with around 90 fascinating sculptures to explore outdoors, by artists from around the world (including Damien Hirst). Explore woods, lakes and beautiful green spaces as you wander around the vast park. Little Wild Wood is a natural creative play space where imaginations can run wild. There are also changing indoor exhibitions to enjoy. This May half term, children will be able to take part in a Sculpture and Nature Hunt, where they can seek out artworks in the landscape, and from 23 July to 27 August children will be invited to stack, balance to assemble outdoor sculptures inspired by artists in the park. There's a café and a restaurant if you want to enjoy a bite to eat. If you're seeking art, nature and a relaxing day out, Yorkshire Sculpture Park is a must visit.

Where: Yorkshire Sculpture Park, West Bretton, Wakefield, WF4 4LG

Price: Standard entry £9.50, young person (19-25) £7, 18 and under go free

Book :a[here]{href='https://uk.patronbase.com/_YorkshireSculptureParkAdmission/Performances/Calendar?prod_id=GA24' }

Animals, adventure playgrounds and a vintage funfair - Folly Farm packs a punch when it comes to family fun. Nestled in picturesque Pembrokeshire, this theme park-come-zoo will appeal to toddlers and older kids alike - and we bet mums and dads won't be able to resist a nostalgic ride on the 'Golden Gallopers' carousel. For up-close encounters with furry and feathery friends - there are pigs, goats, and miniature ponies to name a few. If you're after more exotic species, lions, rhinos and even red panda reside here, all in award-winning, welfare-focused enclosures. Between sloth-spotting and giraffe gazing, little ones can let off steam at one of the eight outdoor and indoor adventure play areas. The whole family will enjoy the vintage fairground, where you can take in the stunning views of the county on the big wheel and have old-fashioned fun on the dodgems and waltzers. If that all sounds a little exhausting, fear not. There's a land train to get around, and a coffee shop (as well as eateries) to refuel!

Where: Folly Farm, Beverly, Kilgetty, Pembrokeshire, SA68 0XA

Price: When booked online in advance - adult from £24.65, child (3-15) from £22.75, two-year-olds £15.15, under 2's go free, and seniors from £22.75. Note: some fairground rides are chargeable. Tokens cost £1 and most rides require 1-2, or a wristband, priced at £12 per day, can be used for unlimited rides.

Book :a[here]{href='https://www.folly-farm.co.uk/buy-tickets/' }

The Alnwick Garden on a summer's day is a blissfully relaxing experience for the whole family. Lose yourself in the Bamboo Labyrinth, explore The Poison Garden (filled with toxic plants and by guided tour only - this is included in the entry fee) or gaze upon the Grand Cascade. Try (or like us, fail) to keep the kids out of the fascinating water sculptures in The Serpent Garden (I suggest bringing a change of clothes for the kids), or enjoy the symphony of colour in The Rose Garden. This summer, kids can take part in a free scavenger hut (ask at the entry gate). Relax outdoors at The Pavilion Cafe, where there's a wide variety of food and drink on offer, or for an affordable fine-dining experience there's The Treehouse Restaurant. If you're visiting Alnwick Gardens with kids, it would be a real shame to miss out on a visit to next door, Lilidorei. This is a magical village full of play, and home to nine clans who worship Christmas. Lilidorei, home of Elfwin Drin - the biggest play structure in the world. It's a wonderland filled with fir trees, celebrating Christmas all year round. It's home to elves, dwarves, hobgoblins and fairies, with speakers installed to get kids' imaginations going. There are lots of little fairy-tale structures and youngsters will enjoy peeking through the windows to see what's inside. There are a couple of huts selling hot food and beverages, magical muffins and Troll Snot ice cream!

Where: The Alnwick Garden, Denwick Lane, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1FJ. Lilidorei at The Alnwick Garden, Gardeners Cottage, Greenwell Road, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1HB.

Price: The Alnwick Garden and Lilidorei - Booked in advance - adult £22, child (3-16) £16.50, under 2s go free.

Book :a[here]{href='https://shop.alnwickgarden.com/?_gl=1*asjh0t*_ga*NzQwODczODc2LjE3MTU3ODgzOTU.*_ga_VTE2K40XXR*MTcxNTc4ODM5NC4xLjEuMTcxNTc4OTA1MS42MC4wLjA.' }

Located on the edge of The New Forest, the colourful and well-maintained Paultons Park, home of Peppa Pig World, picked up three prizes in the last years UK Theme Park Awards and is a great place to visit during the summer, when little ones can enjoy the splash park and you can combine a trip to the area with a visit to The New Forest National Park. Paultons is made up of five themed worlds: Peppa Pig World, Tornado Springs, Lost Kingdom, Critter Creek and Wild Lands. It has plenty of rollercoasters and thrill-rides for little thrill-seekers to enjoy. Splash Lagoon is a new ride opening at Paultons Park from 18 May. Traverse gentle rapids, discover new species of Dinosaurs, and hold on for an exciting drop on this mini Jurassic flume ride.

Where: Paultons Park, Ower, Romsey, The New Forest, Hampshire, SO51 6AL

Price: Entry is based on number of people, rather than adult/child prices. Entry for four will cost you £43.50 per person. But children under 1m go free.

Book :a[here]{href='https://paultonspark.co.uk/tickets/?_gl=1*l5mx1y*_ga*NDg3MjcwMTA1LjE3MTU3ODkyMjk.*_ga_NC3JFPJQXZ*MTcxNTc4OTIyOC4xLjEuMTcxNTc4OTQ0OC42MC4wLjE3Mzk2NDU3OTQ.' }

Lady Baillie, an Anglo-American heiress, transformed Leeds Castle, in Kent, into one of the most desirable country houses of the 20th century and you can enjoy exploring its 1930s interiors, and learning about the glamorous people who partied within the castle's walls. Explore the beautiful grounds as you walk from the entrance to the Boathouse Cafe, where (for a small additional charge) you can catch the Black Swan Ferry across the Great Water. Enjoy the castle-themed 12-hole adventure golf (at a small extra cost) and have fun finding your way around the maze and spooky underground grotto. Watch a falconry display, and get up close to the owls during a meet-and-greet. There's an obstacle course for children, aged eight to 12. But the real highlight is the Knights' Stronghold Playground - featuring a castle tour, tunnels, climbing frames, zip wires and slides. Meanwhile, the Squires' Courtyard Playground caters for younger children. There'll be extra fun during the half term with a jousting event (included in ticket price) taking place between 25-27 May. Pack a bucket and spade, as from 26 July to 31 August, The Beach returns to Leeds Castle, with tons of sand for children to build their own castle. Catch a ride on Elsie the Castle Train (as a small extra cost) back to the main gate.

Where: Leeds Castle, Broomfield, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 1PL

Price: When booked online in advance - adult £31.50, child £22.50, Family £74. But the great thing is once you pay for a day you can visit free all year!

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Fancy whizzing through a forest on a kilometre of track, with twists and turns aplenty? The toboggan style Fforest Coaster reaches speeds of up to 25mph and is an adrenaline rush for ages 3 and over. There are seven Zip World sites - five based in Wales, one in Manchester and one in Windermere. The Fforest Coaster can be found at the site in Betws-y-Coed. Here you'll also find the Zip Safari, where you can climb and swing through the trees, 60ft above ground. This is suitable for ages 9 upwards. But there's also the Tree Hoppers course, which is suitable for kids from age 5. Bounce, hop, slide, and climb around in Tree Nets adventure, with kids from aged 3 able to take part with an accompanying adult. The Llechwedd Zip World is about a 20 minute drive from the Betws-y-Coed sit, but if you've travelled a journey to visit, it might be worth going between the two so you can enjoy even more unique experiences, such as Underground Golf and Bounce Below, where nets in a disused mine make for the most thrilling playground. This has a minimum height of 1m. For teens and adults there are many more thrilling adventures at Zip World, such as Velocity - the fastest Zip Line in the world! This can be found at the Penrhyn Quarry site.

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There are few things more enjoyable than a boat ride on a summer's day. But add entertainment and education to the mix and children are in for a wonderful experience. Prepare for an hilarious and historical ride, as you board the hugely popular Horrible Histories Terrible Thames boat tour, which is back for its fourth year. This is a history of the Thames, with all the nasty bits left in! Departing from Tower Bridge Quay, the journey incorporates immersive theatre as it delivers its own unique take on London. So, hoist the anchor and take in London landmarks as you learn all about the murky waters of the Thames, where every bend holds tales of treachery, tyranny and triumph. It's a fun and educational trip for children and adults alike.

Where: Terrible Thames Tour, Tower Bridge Quay, St Katharine's Way, London, E1W 1LD

Price: Adult £25 (15+), child £15 (4-14), senior £20, under 3s go free. Family ticket (two adults, two children) £70 or one adult, three children £60.

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This 110 acre farm is one of the first, original and largest alpaca farms open to the public in the UK. There's a petting farm where you can get up close to alpacas, rare breed goats, sheep, pigs and more, and there are lots of experiences on offer from donkey walks and grooming, to horse riding experiences and special riding lessons for children aged 2-4. And you can enjoy a delicious afternoon tea. But best of all is the chance to get up close to the baby alpacas, and Wowcher has a special offer. You can enjoy a Baby Alpaca Feeding Experience at £13.50 instead of £25 for a one-hour experience for one person or £27 for two people. Find out more :a[here]{href='https://www.wowcher.co.uk/deal/leicester/activities-entertainment/adventure-theme-parks-zoos/17615990/baby-alpaca-experience' }

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## 16\. Pub on the Park: Music and Food Festival with Tom Kerridge

Tom Kerridge's food and music festival promises a great day out for families this summer. The festival returns to Marlow, Chiswick, Reigate and St Albans across four weekends, and is filled with family fun. There'll be bespoke kids' dishes specially crafted for younger palates, super pirates - a world of adventure including immersive storytelling and theatre, DJ BBQ & Chops family fire feast party, and a vintage fun fair (at an extra charge). There'll also be face painting, balloon animals and outdoor games. Kids can let loose at the Big Fish Little Fish family rave and immersive silent disco, and circus entertainment will keep the whole family captivated. As for the grown ups, they can expect tasty dishes from some of the UK's top chefs and a music lineup that includes Van Morrison, Busted, McFly, Paloma Faith, Sam Ryder, Gabrielle and Olly Murs. Different artists will be performing at each venue, so find out more :a[here]{href='https://www.pubintheparkuk.com' }. But if you're looking for a fun day out the whole family can enjoy, Pub on the Park ticks all the boxes.

Where: Marlow, Chiswick, Reigate, St Albans

Price: Adults from £40, children from £25, under 5s free.

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Kids are in for a cinematic treat this summer, as lots of highly anticipate family movies are released. On hot days it can be nice to take respite in an air conditioned cinema, or a trip to see a movie can be the perfect way to entertain the kids on a long summer's evening. Here's what's in store:

**The Garfield Movie**: Join Garfield as he goes on a wild outdoor adventure. After an unexpected reunion with his long-lost father Vic, Garfield and Odie the dog are forced to abandon their pampered life to join Vic in a hilarious, high-stakes heist. In cinemas 24 May.

**Inside Out 2:** If you thought Riley had emotional baggage in Pixar's 2015 animation, just wait until you see her hit adolescence. By this point, Joy and her fellow emotions - Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust - feel like old friends. But now, from the swirl of hormones, emerge fresh feelings - including Anxiety - and a whole new life stage for Riley. In cinemas 14 June.

**Despicable Me 4:** Gru welcomes a new member to the family, Gru Jr, who's intent on tormenting his dad. However, their peaceful existence soon comes crashing down when criminal mastermind Maxime Le Mal escapes from prison and vows revenge on Gru. In cinemas 12 July.

There's an abundance of fantastic family-friendly shows to enjoy this summer. Here are a few:

Science's greatest and most volatile live show Brainiac Live! returns to London for the first time in five years. Kids and adults will be thrilled by live experiments and demonstrations - think exploding dustbins, supercharged spinning chairs and live daredevil stunts. Suitable for ages 5+ but great for all the family. Running from 30 July - 24 August.

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If you and your pooch haven’t tried Lily’s Kitchen before, you may think all of the good stuff about the brand is too good to be true. That’s why we’ve enlisted the help of 13-year-old Yorkshire Terrier, Lola and her owner Nicola to tell you their honest thoughts on the food and we’ve also done a bit of investigating to bring you the answers to the internet’s most asked questions about Lily’s Kitchen. Read on to our Lily’s Kitchen dog food review to find out more…

## Lily's Kitchen dog food review: Our thoughts

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