The Family Grapevine is a very useful resource for families with children from pregnancy to teenagers. We have been supporting local businesses and printing free local magazines since 1995.
Printed and distributed three times a year in March, July and November to tie in with school holidays, each magazine is packed with information on local clubs, societies, holiday schemes, events, competitions and much more, to help families plan their leisure time. If you run a local business and would like to advertise with us, in print or online, please get in touch via [email protected] or for guest post opportunities email
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Internet Matters warns that rise of AI is accelerating spread of misinformation amongst children A new UK-wide survey of 2,000 parents and 1,000 children by online safety experts, Internet Matters reveals that: Three-quarters of parents (73%) now say they are...
World Book Day unveils 18 new £1/€1.50 books that children can choose for free with a World Book Day book token, as the charity celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2027 World Book Day will be celebrated on Thursday 4...
In surveys, people in the UK tend to list moving house among the most stressful life events. It’s up there with divorce and bereavement. But it’s fair to say that the stress involved with this process can easily be mitigated...
Practical Guidance for Everyday Life Starting a new school is a major milestone in a child’s life. Written and narrated by Eric Cuthbert, founder of My New Future CIC Prefer listening? Click below to hear Eric read this article. https://mynewfuture.org/future-starts-here/september_1.mp3...
Practical Guidance for Everyday Life Making New Technology Approachable for Everyone Written and narrated by Eric Cuthbert, founder of My New Future CIC Prefer listening? Click below to hear Eric read this article. https://mynewfuture.org/future-starts-here/august_2.mp3 Do you ever feel that technology...
Children are naturally curious creatures, and that’s not something that should be discouraged. Indeed, it’s how they learn. But their urge to explore can also put them in danger, especially at home. Bumps and scrapes are part of growing up,...
Two children and several hundred night-time changes later, here is what earns its place in the drawer at every stage. There is a specific kind of despair that only exists at 3am, and it is shaped like a row of...
Cursive writing is a beautiful and flowing style of handwriting where letters are connected smoothly without lifting the pen frequently. It not only improves the appearance of your writing but also increases writing speed and control. Many students and adults...
Children don’t learn only by sitting at a desk, or reading from a textbook. Outdoor learning gives them opportunities to explore, experiment, move, ask questions and solve problems in environments that make lessons feel tangible and relevant. Whether they’re growing...
From cave paintings to modern art, Where’s the Artist? is a delightful and engaging introduction to the history of art for children, featuring intricate illustrations with hidden details. This endlessly entertaining look-and-find book includes double page spreads teeming with life...
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