This week we have made the most of some better weather and have got out and about on more than one occasion, which made choosing my Country Kids post a little tricky, so I have chosen to include everything.
On Sunday we headed to Poole Park, where we played in the park, fed the ducks and swans and even rode on a miniature steam train.
The Steam Train fascinated Isaac and as it was quiet we got to sit at the front. The train needed to be loaded with some more coal and water and the driver was more than happy to answer the barrage of questions Isaac was throwing at him. In fact he talked to us the whole way around the track about what he was doing and how it made the train move, making Isaac’s day!
Tuesday saw us heading out to Christchurch which we have been avoiding lately as it was hit badly by the flooding. There was still evidence of the bad weather everywhere, from fallen trees and rubbish left by the falling water levels, to sandbags and huge muddy puddles, but that didn’t stop Eliza having fun. We hit the park first……..
before exploring the Quay and the gardens surrounding Christchurch Priory.
Saturday saw my cousin Emma visiting from London. She promised she was bringing wellies so we decided to go to Moors Valley Country Park – those wellies were most certainly needed!
Isaac and Eliza walked through every puddle they could find and at one point I had to empty Eliza’s boots as they were full of water.
There was lots of running and jumping happening as we followed the play trail, and Isaac claimed the castle as his own. We found a fallen tree that was set off the ground and Daddy was bouncing the kids up and down on it.
The kids loved showing Emma all the fun places to go and weren’t scared of exploring every inch of Moors Valley despite the mud. Eliza did take a tumble into a particularly sticky mud patch and silly Mummy left the changing bag in the car (note to self – take it with you next time).
Once we had finished the play trail we headed for the park where we swung and slid and climbed some more!
We even found the Stickman and a giant spider.
If you are wondering why Stitch is in my photos, Eliza insisted he come but he was left guarding the car so he didn’t get muddy!
What a brilliant – and busy week! That steam train ride looks amazing. How lovely that you had a great driver who answered all the questions! I know that would have made my little boy’s day! x
What an awesome week 😀 It’s like.. my dream week! Fab photos x
Wow you’ve had a busy week! You collected some fantastic picture memories 🙂
Obviously fantastic times out as there’s so many big great smiles! #countrykids
A fab week for you your little ones. Great photos you are lucky the weather stayed good for you for half term. That looks a cool train my son used to love trains when he was small.
Looks like a fantastic week of outdoor fun!
Love the photos! It looks like everyone had loads of fun and glad the weather cooperated that day. We’ve had a few lovely days too with the sun actually out! Here’s hoping we all have more! #CountryKids.
Blimey you must all be knackered now! Looks like such a fun week though. Will you be my mummy?
You’ve had a busy week. I love going to the priory
WOW you managed to fit a lot in!!! Very impressed…. I love the way you display the photos too, it’s a pleasure to read 🙂
Great that spring is coming and there will be more outdoor activities hopefully! I can’t wait for some warmth and sunshine!
What lovely photos, looks like you had a great week.
A packed week of great outdoor family fun! I can see from the photos that all the children had a fab time and really enjoyed all the activities and spending time together. Thanks for linking up and sharing all your family fun with Country Kids.
Wow, you’ve done loads! Looks like a lot of fun. It’s great to get out and about x.
What a busy week and so much outside fun. We’re meant to be handing down that way in the summer so you’ve given me lots of ideas of places to go.
Wow what a great week enjoying this lovely weather. Christchurch looks beautiful.
What a great week. It looks like you had lots of fun. Christchurch priory looks wonderful, beautiful pictures x
Fab pics as always! I love how it’s obviously that your cousin is from the city rather the the country just by the choice of coat 🙂
Superb photos. I love your collages. So great that we are all starting to get weather now that doesn’t stop us going out. I loved the blue sky this Saturday and it was so nice this Friday to take part in Country Kids for the first time in months.
Liska xx
Superb photos. I love your collages. So great that we are all starting to get weather now that doesn’t stop us going out. I loved the blue sky this Saturday and it was so nice this Friday to take part in Country Kids for the first time in months.
Liska xx
Love going outdoors and having so much fun with the kids.x
This looks like such a fun action packed weekend, I love the look of that country park
What a wonderful week you’ve all had 🙂
I love how much you squeeze in – it’s genuinely inspiring x
I absolutely adore this, it really is the only way to tire them by keeping them on the go! This looks like mine and my 2 little ones perfect week.
Wow you were busy and looks like you had a brilliant time.