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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Grubs are enjoying a very busy 2026 with several highly successful new product launches as well as collaboration and involvement in various worthy local causes. The Company is extremely proud to have won the SME of the year AWARD for...
Lupilu, Europe’s No. 1 Wooden Toy Brand is returning to Lidl stores with their Biggest Ever Toy Event, just in time for shopping season At prices that don’t break the bank, the range includes over 140 toys from as little...
A night out doesn’t necessarily have to be covered in alcohol. In fact, more and more people prefer alcohol-free alternatives to retain control, be able to drive back home and even avoid next-day hangovers. Fortunately, there are loads of alcohol-free...
From Tuesday, 22nd September, every Happy Meal® will include one of the 12 exclusive Build-A-Bear Workshop® mini plush bag clips, giving families a new furry friend to take wherever they go. Some fun, some food and it’s all inside this...
The future has never been entirely predictable, but right now, it may feel more overwhelming than normal. Rising living costs, an ageing population and housing challenges are all influencing how households approach long-term planning. Rather than simply reacting to change,...
Practical Guidance for Everyday Life Supporting parents, carers and families through difficult times. 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_2.mp3 Every family faces challenges....
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...
New research from Aviva shows many people don’t know temperate rainforests can help tackle climate change These rare habitats are critical to the UK’s biodiversity and climate resilience Aviva, as part of its 100-year programme with The Wildlife Trusts, teams...
The right computer can last you the better part of a decade without needing to worry about tinkering with the hardware or upgrading if you pick the right model for your needs. Ultimately, computer requirements aren’t advancing quickly enough to...
Begin with what your child needs to understand Parents often want to protect children from difficult family circumstances by saying as little as possible. That instinct is understandable, but children may already have noticed changes in routines, tension between adults...
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