fun ideas for lone parent with only child

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Looking for inspiration on how to take DC away in the summer. DC is an only and me and her dad are not together. Wondering how I can do camping, cottages etc. and making it as fun as poss for DC. DC only just started school so not at the age yet to take a friend away with us. Any ideas welcomed.

Some of the bigger branded campsites probably have kids clubs for that kind of age upwards - it might be fun for her to get to have a few hours with some other kids and give you chance to unwind a bit yourself?

(I only have a toddler so not sure on what are fun activities for you both to do together at that age, sorry! Hopefully someone else will be along soon with better suggestions! Enjoy your holiday x )

Try not to stress about it or overly schedule yourselves.

Young kids largely just want to be with you, doing whatever. Sitting on the beach, making a fairy sandcastle, digging a big hole, taking a picnic to the swings. As long as you're engaged with her and not complaining about having to build a sandcastle/push the swing, it'll all be good. Plus you can have 'alone' time where you each 'do your own thing' you don't have to be 24/7 entertainment.

I think any kind of holiday works. We did quite a few caravan holidays about that age and just did beach days, random tourist places, meals out, bbq’s, swimming, museums, aquariums, boat trips. Booked a yurt with a hot tub once, that was a fun holiday.

just enjoy being out and about with them, pottering along at your own schedule.bedtime for them, wine and a movie or book for you! Or bed time together, so you get lots of sleep!

How old is she?

My friend is a single parent with a pre teen DD. They just go on (very fab/glam) regular holidays and get pampered!

I was debating exactly this, and after looking at cottages but opted for a Haven with my 5 year old. First caravan holiday. There was plenty of kids to play with so a bit of down time. Accommodation was in good nick. Was a bit unsure when I booked, but we both had a great time. Playgrounds busy so he made a couple of buddies, and there were enough activities to entertain him, den building, pool (book in advance) and kids disco. You can enjoy or avoid the bar and arcade complex depending on what you prefer. We also headed out to the beach, and that was plenty for four days. Lucky with the weather though.

Hi, also single parent here. Im thinking about getting a tent and camping gear this year - and explore different places, go camping regularly 🙂
And all as above, I am sure anything that involves you both spending quality time together and making memories they will love.. all the best

There are several glamping sites on farms where you can help look after the animals. We stayed at one where we could even hire a chicken coop (complete with laying hens) for the duration of our stay. That was fun!

Are you able to go with grandparents/uncles and aunties/cousins? Extra people would make it more of an event, and give you a break too.