18 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! Discover the magic of Severn Valley Why Visit Severn Valley?... 1. So much info: Visit Severn Valley has all the details on the best places to visit. Whether you want to ride a steam train, see exotic animals, explore nature, or learn about the region’s unique heritage, you’ll find it all here. Even if you’re from the area, there is so much fun on your doorstep that you may be missing out on! 2. Get Inspired: Not sure where to start? Visit Severn Valley blog posts and social media channels are full of ideas. Whether you’re into history, nature, or just having fun, there’s something for everyone. 3. Interactive map: Get around without any hassle using the interactive map. See what is nearby in the easiest way, with detailed info about each attraction there at your fingertips! 4. Latest events: Stay up to date with what’s happening in the Severn Valley. You’ll always know what’s on via regular blog posts and social media posts. 5. Handy Guides: Check out travel tips and guides to make your visit smooth and stress-free. www.visitsevernvalley.uk is an awesome new website that is packed with everything you need to explore the beautiful Severn Valley with your family. From the peaceful river and ancient forests to the beautiful gardens and famous steam railway, the Severn Valley is full of history and culture. The longest river in Great Britain winds through the valley, which begins in Stourport in the Wyre Forest and stretches up into Shrewsbury in Shropshire, connecting the past with the present. Whether you and your family enjoy walking, canoeing or almost anything in the great outdoors, this is the place for you! Imagine exploring ancient forests, riding a heritage steam train, or visiting interactive museums – all made easy with this fantastic service. @VisitSevernValley @visit_severn_valley Roving Reporter, Our Trip to Aztec Island... I was looking for somewhere local to take my daughter Hannah (10) and nephew Jack (6) for a couple of hours on a wet autumn day in October. We spotted Aztec Island Adventure Golf in our Raring2go! magazine and chose to give it a go. Hannah and I often enjoy a round or two of crazy golf - but it's something we usually do on holiday. Come to think of it, we've always gone to outdoor crazy golf places and taken our chances with the weather (well, when in the UK anyway!). I was keen to give the indoor version a go, and to be honest, it felt a little like we were going on a holiday via the Stourbridge Ring Road! The 18-hole course is split into two sections, or 'terrains.' The first is themed around lush, overgrown Aztec jungles with hidden ruins. I did wonder if Jack would be too young to enjoy the delights of Aztec Island, but he did well on the first section, even if he was a little scared by the compelling Halloween décor! The second section is more suited to older children, I'd say. Hannah really enjoyed the challenge as it was a different surface, making the putting even faster. The coastal ruins of this terrain were a nice touch and made it visibly different from the first part of the course. When we finished our adventure, Hannah and Jack were given a small bag of Haribo sweets each - all part of the Halloween Spooktacular. They both left feeling very pleased! We came at the wrong time to have lunch here, but they do serve food and drinks. You can find the menu and more info on the Aztec Island website. Overall, we had a lovely afternoon at Aztec Island and wouldn't hesitate to go back. The staff were very helpful and the venue was well thought-out. Parking wasn't a problem as we pulled up right outside. We used a 20% discount code (RARING) - a Raring2Go exclusive - which was helpful as we used the spare cash to buy drinks. Crazy adventure golf is thirsty work!
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