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Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Five family-fun things to do in Greenwich this half term from theatre to festivals
There's plenty going on in Greenwich this half term to fill up your calendar, and they're suitable for the whole family. Whether you fancy watching a show or want to let the children loose with some crafts or outdoor games, many places are offering free or discounted tickets for the little ones. When: Wednesday, May 28, 7pm–9.50pm Where: Queen Mary Undercroft, Old Royal Naval College Price: £20 adults, £12 children, under 10s free What's happening? Created by Three Inch Fools, their latest show 'The Most Perilous Comedies of Elizabeth I' tells the story of Queen Elizabeth and her Tudor court, within the setting of her former Greenwich residence. 'The Most Perilous Comedies of Elizabeth I' tells the story of Queen Elizabeth and her Tudor court. (Image: Wilson Smith) This musical comedy will take place in the Queen Mary Undercroft, with guests invited to bring a picnic and chairs for an evening of laughs and fun. When: Thursday, May 29, 10am–12pm & 2pm–4pm Where: Charlton House and Gardens Price: £5 per child What's happening? The little ones can take part in some crafty activities at Charlton House, where for £5 they can try out a range of activities from crown making to biscuit decorating. The little ones can take part in some crafty activities at Charlton House. (Image: Google) When: Wednesday, May 28 (multiple sessions throughout the day) Where: Charlton House and Gardens Price: £5 per child What's happening? Also at Charlton House, this immersive experience hosted by Head2Head Sensory Theatre will transport you hundreds of years ago to Roman times, with an immersive experience that has been created to include children with additional needs. When: Saturday 24 – Sunday 25 May Where: Woolwich Works, Royal Arsenal Price: £17, under 12s free What's happening? If you're looking for some dairy-free, plant-based or gluten-free eats, Woolwich Works is set to host the UK's only gluten and dairy-free festival. The festival will feature a range of stalls and vendors to explore, along with food tastings and talks from industry experts. Woolwich Works is set to host the UK's only gluten and dairy-free festival. (Image: Google) When: Saturday May 24 – Sunday June 1, 10am–5pm Where: Eltham Palace and Gardens Price: From £16.80 for adults, £10.40 for children If you're planning a visit to Eltham Palace this half term, the grounds will be turned into a life-sized playground for the children. (Image: English Heritage) What's happening? If you're planning a visit to Eltham Palace this half term, the grounds will be turned into a life-sized playground for the children with games like giant Jenga and Connect 4. Afterwards you can explore the grounds of this historic palace with its 13th century Great Hall and costumes to dress up in.
Scottish Sun
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
The English hotel with one of the UK's poshest spas… but it's only for dogs
The hotel also offers much for pups' owners to enjoy PAWFECT GETAWAY The English hotel with one of the UK's poshest spas… but it's only for dogs Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) NESTLED in Somerset's Mendip hills, boutique hotel Charlton House is home to one of the UK's poshest spas. But its clients aren't blushing brides and well-coiffed country folk – the spa is for DOGS, and my four-legged companion Harry was about to have the time of his life. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Charlton House is a grade II-listed mansion with grand fountains and lush lawns 2 Top dog groomer Kelly Davis with The Sun's Julie and her dog Harry Credit: Marc Giddings The Montigo Resorts Somerset hotel in Somerset also offers much for pups' owners to enjoy – a grade II-listed mansion with grand fountains and lush lawns. The real star of the show, though, is Kelly Davis, a former hairdresser who was crowned best dog groomer in the country and owns KD Pet Spa. She shot to fame after winning BBC competition Pooch Perfect in 2022 – presented by Gavin & Stacey star Sheridan Smith – and now has a few celebrity clients although can't say who. Dogs can tell 'doggy' people straightaway, and Kelly instantly won over my two-year-old black-and-white mixed breed. Inside, her lavender-scented spa is a little different to those I've seen before. There's two small treatment tables, a huge sink area for shampooing, and a counter featuring an array of fancy pet products. While Harry snuggled on a cushion, I answered questions about his allergies, and likes and dislikes, then it was time for his . . . blueberry facial. The treatment involves a mask made from fresh blueberries, coconut oil and a little water, which is 'full of antioxidants'. Kelly explains: 'It calms the skin, relieves any itchiness and brightens and whitens the coat.' Harry probably would have eaten it, if he hadn't been so mesmerised by the motion of Kelly's fingers, gently smoothing the mixture on to his face. The solution was left on for ten minutes, while Harry relaxed to classical music. Take a look inside this luxurious dog hotel in New York After it was washed off, Harry had a deshedding treatment, to remove hair from his undercoat. The price varies, depending on the type of coat, but for 22kg Harry, who has short, straight hair, it would cost around £70. For those not in the know, the treatment is more than just a brush. The tool used is part comb and part razor, getting all the loose hair out and leaving Harry looking a few pounds lighter. But the key to Kelly's success is not her treatments. It is the way she bonds with pets. She says: 'There must be trust. We deal with their teeth, bottoms, paws and all over, so it's quite intimate, which can't be done if the dog doesn't trust me. I treat them how I'd like to be treated myself.' Elsewhere in the hotel, guests can take advantage of the human spa which features eight treatment rooms and a thermal area, as well as restaurants, including dog-friendly joints, serving Asian grub, steaks and all-day brunch. Kelly adds: 'Owners know their dog is being well treated and they come back feeling relaxed. They can drop in and out if they want to check on their pet.' The hotel has 28 dog-friendly rooms, too. You'd be barking mad not to check it out.
The Sun
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
The English hotel with one of the UK's poshest spas… but it's only for dogs
NESTLED in Somerset's Mendip hills, boutique hotel Charlton House is home to one of the UK's poshest spas. But its clients aren't blushing brides and well-coiffed country folk – the spa is for DOGS, and my four-legged companion Harry was about to have the time of his life. 2 2 The Montigo Resorts Somerset hotel in Somerset also offers much for pups' owners to enjoy – a grade II-listed mansion with grand fountains and lush lawns. The real star of the show, though, is Kelly Davis, a former hairdresser who was crowned best dog groomer in the country and owns KD Pet Spa. She shot to fame after winning BBC competition Pooch Perfect in 2022 – presented by Gavin & Stacey star Sheridan Smith – and now has a few celebrity clients although can't say who. Dogs can tell 'doggy' people straightaway, and Kelly instantly won over my two-year-old black-and-white mixed breed. Inside, her lavender-scented spa is a little different to those I've seen before. There's two small treatment tables, a huge sink area for shampooing, and a counter featuring an array of fancy pet products. While Harry snuggled on a cushion, I answered questions about his allergies, and likes and dislikes, then it was time for his . . . blueberry facial. The treatment involves a mask made from fresh blueberries, coconut oil and a little water, which is 'full of antioxidants '. Kelly explains: 'It calms the skin, relieves any itchiness and brightens and whitens the coat.' Harry probably would have eaten it, if he hadn't been so mesmerised by the motion of Kelly's fingers, gently smoothing the mixture on to his face. The solution was left on for ten minutes, while Harry relaxed to classical music. Take a look inside this luxurious dog hotel in New York After it was washed off, Harry had a deshedding treatment, to remove hair from his undercoat. The price varies, depending on the type of coat, but for 22kg Harry, who has short, straight hair, it would cost around £70. For those not in the know, the treatment is more than just a brush. The tool used is part comb and part razor, getting all the loose hair out and leaving Harry looking a few pounds lighter. But the key to Kelly's success is not her treatments. It is the way she bonds with pets. She says: 'There must be trust. We deal with their teeth, bottoms, paws and all over, so it's quite intimate, which can't be done if the dog doesn't trust me. I treat them how I'd like to be treated myself.' Elsewhere in the hotel, guests can take advantage of the human spa which features eight treatment rooms and a thermal area, as well as restaurants, including dog-friendly joints, serving Asian grub, steaks and all-day brunch. Kelly adds: 'Owners know their dog is being well treated and they come back feeling relaxed. They can drop in and out if they want to check on their pet.' The hotel has 28 dog-friendly rooms, too. You'd be barking mad not to check it out.
