With beautiful countryside, stunning villages and plenty of bluebells during spring, Surrey is an amazing place for a stroll

Whether you’re 5, 55 or 105, discover for yourself the joy of decorating your own piece of pottery. We have a huge selection of pieces to choose from and lots of books, stamps, sponges and stencils to inspire you. Our well trained and friendly staff will be available to offer advice and ideas.

When the weather is good, it's a great opportunity to get outdoors and make the most of Surrey's lovely countryside.

As well as getting a good dose of fresh air and vitamin D, parks provide an ideal opportunity for young children to experience the great outdoors for the first time.

Indoor trampolining, countryside walks, brewery or vineyard tours and much more besides!

A day beside the seaside is a great day out whatever age you are.

Many of us have vivid childhood memories of trips to the coast, from old fishing villages and bustling ports, to deck chairs and long piers, oh and of course let's not forget tucking into a fish and chip lunch.

The south east of England is home to many beaches from traditional seaside resorts such as Eastbourne and Margate, to the golden sands at Bournemouth and the hidden treasure that is West Wittering.

So, in no particular order, we have put together a list of some of our favourite beaches you can easily reach within Surrey and north-east Hampshire.

Visiting The Look Out is a great day out, with the main attraction being the hands-on science exhibition which has over 90 hands-on activities. We also have a gift shop and adventure play area. The centre is set in 1000 hectares of woodland which is owned and managed by The Crown Estate. If you are planning your first visit, please see our How to find us page.

Please feel free to phone the centre before you visit to find out if we have a busy day with school groups. Generally the quietest time in term time is from 2 to 5pm.

Surrey and Hampshire is home to an abundant supply of farm shops supporting local farmers and British produce.

From fresh fruit and vegetables and bread and cakes, to jams and chutneys and meat and fish, farm shops offer a wide variety of quality food and drink.

Whether you want to support local farmers more or you're searching for something unique for a special occasion, below are some great farm shops on your doorstep.

Plus some of them are pick your own sites so you can get the kids involved too.

Looking for somewhere close to home to take the kids? Then why not visit one of these great attractions

1. Warner Bros. Studio Tour London
2. Windsor Castle
3. The Look Out Discovery Centre
4. Birdworld
5. Marwell Zoo
6. Thorpe Park
7. New Forest National Park
8. Royal Navy Submarine Museum
9. Fishers Adventure Farm Park
10. The National Motor Museum
11. Brighton beach
12. The Living Rainforest
13. Crocodiles of the World
14. The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre

If you're looking for something fun to do with the kids over the Easter holidays but not sure what, help is at hand!

We've put together a list of top days out to suit children of all ages and interests.

From rollercoaster riding at Thorpe Park to feeding the penguins at Birdworld, there is lots of fun to be had on oour doorstep this April.