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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· Premier League legend and former England international, Joleon Lescott, welcomed the first intake of budding footballers to Kellogg’s Football Camps, surprising children with a football-style ‘signing ceremony’ inspired by the professional game. · The event follows an exciting summer...
New customisable backpacks, trend-led prints and matching accessories join the latest Hype Kids Back to School collection. School uniforms may all look the same, but backpacks have become one of the biggest ways children can showcase their personality. From favourite...
This season, Matalan is putting confidence front and centre with the launch of Big Them Up, its new Back to School campaign designed to celebrate the assurance that comes from feeling prepared and ready to take on the new school...
Somebody has to click the button. When a family books a group holiday in a large house together, one person puts their name and card details on a contract for the full amount, and everyone else pays them back. That...
Family disagreements often begin with the hope that everyone can reach a practical solution without involving the courts. In reality, strong emotions, changing circumstances and concerns about the future can make it much harder than expected. Whether you are separating...
The sun is out and forecasters are predicting more heatwaves, so it makes sense to be protected from the head down. Uncovered heads during peak UV hours exposes delicate areas – scalp, face, ears and neck to ultraviolet radiation –...
New for Summer 2026 from world renowned and 9th generation family-owned footwear specialists – Grubs – the Waterline Shoe The Waterline is ideal for summer adventures, waterproof with a hardwearing yet comfortable rubber outsole perfect for splashing through rivers and...
As temperatures rise, many parents face the issue of trying to negotiate a thirsty child who is demanding a sugary fizzy drink while desperately trying to hand them a glass of water… Balancing what makes kids happy with what you...
Good news for anyone dreading the back-to-school shopping list: from this September, schools will no longer be able to insist you buy a trolley-load of branded uniform. Under a new rule change, schools will be legally required to limit branded...
Practical Guidance for Everyday Life Written and narrated by Eric Cuthbert, founder of My New Future CIC Prefer listening? Click below to hear Eric read this article. Your browser does not support the audio player. Over the past few years,...
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