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The sheer joy that photo opportunities in Sussex and Surrey can bring

Surrey and Sussex Photo Opportunities

Photo opportunities offer a great day out because they combine adventure and creativity. Exploring picturesque locations encourages outdoor activity and discovery, whether it’s urban landscapes, nature trails or cultural landmarks. Capturing moments through photography allows for artistic expression and the creation of lasting memories. It’s an engaging way to spend time with friends and family, […]

Choo, choo! Go back to a golden age with heritage railways in Surrey and Sussex

Beautiful heritage railway offering days out in Sussex

There’s nothing quite like a little nostalgia, especially when it takes you back to a time of style and elegance. The golden age of travel invokes so many emotions, and just about all of them bring you an affectionate glow. The wonderful range of heritage railways in Surrey and Sussex offer a blissful experience, and […]

Family fun days out that won’t cost a bundle

Beautiful Goring Beach

There are times when a day out with the family becomes extra special, and here in the south-east of England we’re lucky to have a number of excellent venues just waiting to be discovered. We have ancient castles, dramatic countryside, sporting activities, charming villages, iconic beaches and so much more. Perhaps the most difficult question […]

Plan the perfect summer holidays with family days out in Surrey and Sussex

Lazy sunny day on Brighton beach

Some people shy away from organising days out with the family, but here at GoLark we think planning such occasions can be easier than you might imagine. And, more importantly, it can be fun! Here are a few tips to help you create unforgettable memories without increasing the stress levels.  It’s all fine and peachy, […]

Face facts, people: cafés are the new restaurants!

Cafes have become the new restaurants

We keep hearing how Thursday is the new Friday, Brighton is the new London and orange is the new black, but here at GoLark we also think cafés are the new restaurants. We have many perfectly logical reasons to think this, and we hope that you’ll agree with us. These fabulous eateries, and there are […]

Unique cafés offer so much more than just tea and cake

Afternoon Tea

In an increasingly hectic world, unwinding for a while is more important than ever before, especially for those who seem to be constantly on the go. Now more than ever before, your favourite café needs to be there for you when you need it. And while the title of this article will tell you it […]

Five ways to make a café more child-friendly

Coffee Cup

Parents across the Surrey and Sussex region know all about the importance of spending time in locations that are particularly welcoming to family groups, but just saying a place is child-friendly isn’t anywhere near enough. Here are five excellent ways to make sure a café is doing all it can to not only attract children, […]

Hey, kids, put that screen down and head outside!

Tablet Screen

It’s not always easy to make plans for some quality time with the family, especially when the youngsters appear to be glued to their phone screens. If your little ones are seemingly engrossed in social media, gaming or online chats with their friends, the best option might just be to create a diversion. And that […]

Embracing everything that World Health Day stands for

WHD

On Sunday, April 7th this year, global communities will come together to recognise and celebrate World Health Day. This annual event has a different theme each year, and we’re delighted that in 2024 it will focus on health being a human right. My Health, My Right is of particular importance at a time when there […]