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Your local guide to family life

The Kid List is your go-to digital guide for local families — packed with ideas, inspiration and trusted recommendations. Whether you’re after rainy-day activities, family-friendly cafés, upcoming events, or just some fresh parenting advice, we’ve got you covered.

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Discover the best places to go with the kids

Need fresh inspiration for your next family day out or activity? We’ve got it covered.

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Local events & hidden gems

Never miss a fun event or class again with our up-to-date local events guide.

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Find inspiring local businesses

We’re building a comprehensive directory of the best family-friendly businesses.

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We’re building a platform made to support local businesses that serve families. If you run a group, class, service or venue parents should know about, we’d love to feature you.

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Are you a local parent based in Redditch, South Birmingham or nearby? We’d love to hear your favourite places to visit with the kids. Send your recommendations below for your chance to be featured.

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Whether you’re on the hunt for the best soft play or local park for all the family to enjoy, discover the top-rated local attractions in our directory.

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What is The Kid List?

We’re your local parenting insider – spotlighting the best places, people and tips to help you enjoy family life in Redditch, South Birmingham & beyond.

Join us as we build the ultimate directory of family days out and places to go – and please get in touch to share your recommendations, reviews or to partner with us.

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We have big plans for The Kid List, and we’d love you to join us! Would you like your business to be seen by a targeted audience of parents? Get in touch to discuss advertising, giveaways or joining our directory.