Latest news with #PrincessandthePea
Powys County Times
06-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Powys County Times
National Play Day picks include Powis Castle and Gardens
National Trust Cymru has named the top eight places to explore on National Play Day (August 6). Among the top spots to explore this summer is Powis Castle. The popular site is in fourth place and provides a day filled with fun activities. Families can partake in the Powis Derby, sack races, or challenge each other to a game of football or volleyball on the Great Lawn. Top of the list is Chirk Castle, just over the north Powys border. Chirk Castle tops the list and offers a Big Play Adventure, featuring four nature-themed zones filled with engaging activities suitable for all ages. Children can try their hand at building a den, designing obstacle courses, and climbing straw bale lookout posts. On select weekends, archery and fencing sessions will also be available. Second in the list is Tredegar House in Newport. Families can enjoy a seaside experience in the heart of Newport with a massive sandpit, water play, and pop-up play shops. Dyffryn Gardens, near Cardiff, came third and offers a range of games and sports spread across the gardens, including badminton and table tennis. In Carmarthenshire, fifth place Dinefwr offers endless play opportunities in The Oak Yard. Children can explore the big cardboard castle, the 'Sied Dwt', and the water play area. Newton House also provides indoor activities such as puzzles, games, and a film screening in the 'Princess and the Pea' themed room. Sixth on the list is Penrhyn Castle and Garden in Bangor, and they turn its grounds into a summer playground, with a performing stage, a construction zone, and a variety of racket games for the whole family. Llanerchaeron in Ceredigion is in seventh and they keep families entertained with farmyard animals, The Stables playroom, balance bikes, and a grass maze in the Walled Garden. What are your thoughts? You can send a letter to the editor to have your say by clicking here. Erddig Hall and Garden completes the top eight and provides a different sort of play experience, inviting families to dress up and perform on the lawn. Afterwards, families can partake in a variety of traditional garden games, such as large dominoes, skittles, and badminton. The Summer of Play activities are included with standard admission and are free for National Trust members. There's no need to pre-book, families can simply turn up and join the fun. The Summer of Play continues throughout the remainder of the summer holidays, offering families plenty of time to explore and enjoy these unique experiences.
Leader Live
06-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
National Play Day picks include two Wrexham favourites
Among the top spots to explore this summer are Chirk Castle and Erddig Hall and Garden in Wrexham. Chirk Castle tops the list and offers a Big Play Adventure, featuring four nature-themed zones filled with engaging activities suitable for all ages. Children can try their hand at building a den, designing obstacle courses, and climbing straw bale lookout posts. On select weekends, archery and fencing sessions will also be available. Erddig Hall and Garden completes the top eight and provides a different sort of play experience, inviting families to dress up and perform on the lawn. Afterwards, families can partake in a variety of traditional garden games, such as large dominoes, skittles, and badminton. The Summer of Play activities are included with standard admission and are free for National Trust members. There's no need to pre-book, families can simply turn up and join the fun. Second in the list is Tredegar House in Newport. Families can enjoy a seaside experience in the heart of Newport with a massive sandpit, water play, and pop-up play shops. Dyffryn Gardens, near Cardiff, came third and offers a range of games and sports spread across the gardens, including badminton and table tennis. Fourth place, Powis Castle and Garden in Welshpool, provides a day filled with fun activities. Families can partake in the Powis Derby, sack races, or challenge each other to a game of football or volleyball on the Great Lawn. In Carmarthenshire, fith place Dinefwr offers endless play opportunities in The Oak Yard. Children can explore the big cardboard castle, the 'Sied Dwt', and the water play area. Newton House also provides indoor activities such as puzzles, games, and a film screening in the 'Princess and the Pea' themed room. Sixth on the list is Penrhyn Castle and Garden in Bangor, and they turn its grounds into a summer playground, with a performing stage, a construction zone, and a variety of racket games for the whole family. READ MORE: Welsh Government allocates additional £17m to help transform town and city centres Llanerchaeron in Ceredigion is in seventh and they keep families entertained with farmyard animals, The Stables playroom, balance bikes, and a grass maze in the Walled Garden. The Summer of Play continues throughout the remainder of the summer holidays, offering families plenty of time to explore and enjoy these unique experiences. For more information, visit:
Yahoo
29-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
My favorite comforter is 5-star luxury at a Motel 6 price: It's just $24 (over 50% off)
Can I let you all in on a little secret? I make a living writing about all things home, but I've been embarrassingly slow to update so many things in my own home, like my bedding. So, after years of sleeping under a mediocre blanket, I decided to invest in a new comforter. And not just any comforter — the wildly popular Bedsure Comforter, which came highly recommended by my sister. Seeing as she's the real-life version of the Princess and the Pea (aka the fussiest sleeper I've ever met), I ordered it. The low price didn't hurt, either — and it's back on sale for just $24 (down from $50) at Amazon. Why is it a good deal? 💰 This queen-size comforter in classic white is over 50% off, bringing it down to $24 (just $3 more than its lowest price of 2025). That's essentially the price of a Sweetgreen salad these days. Plus, it has tens of thousands of five-star ratings to back it up (in addition to mine), so if you're thinking about giving it a shot, now would be a smart time. Trust me, it feels like a much higher-end blanket than its low price would imply. Why do I need this? 🤔 Before I get into my own thoughts on the Bedsure Comforter, let's chat about the basics. It's designed to be an all-season blanket and has a soft poly microfiber shell with down alternative filling. It smartly features box-stitch construction, which helps keep the filling evenly distributed. You want that cloud-like feeling all around! Because it comes with loops attached to its sides, you can use it as a duvet insert. And to make things really convenient, it's machine-washable and dryer-friendly. I purchased the queen size in white, but it's available in many other colors and sizes, twin through Alaskan king. (Prices vary.) Putting it to the test 🛌 Upon unboxing the Bedsure Comforter, I saw that it was somewhat compressed (as expected). I followed the instructions, which said to fluff it up by hand and let it expand for a day or two. By nighttime, it had puffed up nicely and felt super-soft to the touch. So far, so good! I'd recently gotten a new duvet cover, so I decided to place it in there to start. Aside from the usual annoyances that come with setting up all duvets, I was happy with the result; the loops aligned with the snaps in the cover, and I didn't notice any bunching once everything was inside. Once that was done, it was time for the sleep test. I got into bed, pulled the blanket over me and immediately felt a level of comfort I've never felt while sleeping at home. While it's definitely not as heavy as a weighted blanket, I did feel a similar "hugging" sensation that put me at ease and made me want to doze right off — which I did. I tend to sleep hot, and it's not unusual for me to wake up in the middle of the night wanting to kick all sheets and blankets off my body. Thankfully, the Bedsure kept me cozy without overheating. I've been using it for over a year now, and I can't believe the difference it's made in my sleep. I feel like I'm getting tucked into a hotel bed every night, and even after washing the comforter, it's maintained its marshmallow-like feel. Once the weather started warming up, I took it out of the duvet cover and used it on its own. It does have a big blue label on one of its corners, which I don't love from an aesthetic standpoint. (I'm sure it's easy enough to remove.) Another note: According to the cleaning instructions, you should use a front-loading washer and dryer. My washing machine is a top-loader, and I took a chance. I'm happy to report that there have been no issues, but do this at your own risk. What reviewers say 💬 I'm not alone in my obsession with the Bedsure Comforter. More than 58,000 Amazon customers have given it a perfect five-star rating. Pros 👍 "Best sleep in a long time," wrote this Goldilocks. "Not too thick, not too light. Didn't wake up feeling too hot, either. I slept so well, I slept through my alarm and ended up late for my class. ... Kept the fluffiness after the first wash too, like a cloud! 10/10 would be late for class again." "Love this duvet," raved another smitten sleeper. "It is so soft and has a nice weight to it. Feels just like the expensive bedding you find at high-class hotels. ... The dog loves it too!" "I am 100% satisfied with this comforter," said a third fan. "It is so soft to the touch, as well as cool to your skin until you are under it. It locks in the warmth without being so heavy you can't move around. My dog's claws don't sink into the threads, ripping them out, either." Cons 👎 "I am happily surprised by the comfort and quality of this duvet for the price," shared a generally satisfied snoozer. "In my opinion, it has the perfect weight to it and makes our bed feel extra comfortable. The only con is that pet hair clings to it, but if you used a cover as intended, I am sure that would help." "I'm loving the luxurious feel to this bedcover!" exclaimed a final buyer. "The only thing I wish it had was a tag to say side/top or bottom. That would make it easier to make the bed!" Another Amazon bedding find I adore? These popular pillows: If you have Amazon Prime, you'll get free shipping, of course. Not yet a member? No problem. You can sign up for your free 30-day trial here. (And by the way, those without Prime still get free shipping on orders of $35 or more.) The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication. Looking for more great Amazon home deals? Check these out: Vacuums Home Kitchen
India Today
18-07-2025
- Health
- India Today
Pillow talk
Even with 20 mattresses and 20 feather beds, the princess in Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale Princess and the Pea, could not get a good night's rest. Perhaps if she had the right pillow she would have been whisked off to dreamland in no time. Experts believe that the right pillow might be more important than the right mattress. It should align your head, neck, and spine, while supporting the natural curvature of your spine. This not only alleviates neck pain but also relieves pressure throughout your body. Of course, like walking, even while sleeping, posture is everything.
Tom's Guide
07-05-2025
- Health
- Tom's Guide
4 things that interrupt your sleep (and how to get past them)
(Image credit: Sleep Number) We all have issues that complicate our rest. Maybe you can't sleep unless your feet are out of the covers, or you're a light sleeper who's disturbed by the slightest sound. Or you might be a "Princess and the Pea" type who won't settle for a lumpy mattress. Whatever the case, everyone has individual needs when it comes to their nighttime routines, and Sleep Number is here to meet those needs head-on and, with their Memorial Day sale currently happening, it's the perfect time to upgrade your bed. What is your most important requirement when it comes to your sleep? Let's check out some of the obstacles that might get in the way of your rest, and how Sleep Number is handling them. All it takes is sleeping in an unfamiliar location to realize how important temperature is to really relax.. Too hot and you're throwing off covers and sweating. Too cold and you can't doze off due to the shivering. Sometimes, you can't even get two people in a relationship to agree on the right temperature. Based on a 2020 survey from Sleep Number, 83% of couples report that one or both partners sleep too hot or cold. A perfect tool to combat this issue is the advanced cooling tech throughout the Sleep Number iLE smart bed . The surface is made of a breathable fabric, moving your body heat down to the gel-infused, temperature-balancing layer. That dissipates the heat, making sure stuffy nights are a thing of the past. Mid-night movement In the midst of sleep, you may find yourself tossing and turning without even realizing it. You end up twisting yourself into an uncomfortable position and, before you know it, you're awake and back to square one, trying to find the sleep that just eluded you. All of Sleep Number's smart beds feature Responsive Air, a feature that responds to your movements throughout the night and automatically adjusts your bed's firmness. An option like the c1 smart bed takes pressure readings when you first get into bed and senses your shifts throughout the night, effortlessly tweaking your settings so you can have a comfortable night. When you're shifting, you might move into an uncomfortable position and start snoring. Did you know that nearly 45% of adults snore on occasion? About a quarter of people snore habitually. Sleep Number addresses that with Partner Snore technology. Your partner can press a button that raises your head, opening up your airways and allowing you to breathe easier (and quieter). Too… something Too firm? Too soft? Which is it? Some people want a bed that is as stiff as a board. Others want to sink into their bedding. Whichever end you're on, this is exactly what Sleep Number is made for. Every smart bed, including the c2 , allows for adjustable firmness. Even better, each side lets you select an individualized firmness. So even if your partner likes a firm bed and you prefer a softer one, you can both have restful nights on the same mattress. Uncomfortable bedding Your mattress isn't the only thing that can impact your rest. It doesn't matter how good the bed is if you've got bargain basement pillows and sheets. Instead, the True Temp ™ adapt pillow should be your first stop. Sleep Number offers three different versions, each crafted specifically for your sleeping position. If you're a stomach sleeper, check out the classic version. The contour version is best for side sleepers. And the ultimate, of course, is good for any sleep position. Each one is made of supportive memory foam with temperature-regulating technology that keeps your head cool during the night. (Image credit: Sleep Number) Likewise, the True Temp ™ sheet set is perfect for people who are always wrestling with their sheets in the middle of the night. The SmartFit™ design is built to move with your bed and prevent your bedding from popping off the corners. With temperature-balancing qualities, you'll be able to rest easy for your whole sleep cycle. Whether you're dealing with nagging pains or just think you could get a better night's sleep, Sleep Number's smart beds offer solutions to problems you might be experiencing. In fact, 94% of Sleep Number smart bed sleepers report having better quality sleep than in a non-smart bed. Ready to make the leap? Sleep Number's Memorial Day sale is running for the rest of the month, with up to 50% off smart beds, free home delivery and buy one, get one 50% off all pillows and sheets. Want to get better sleep on the cheap? Now's the time.
