IT is never an easy thing to keep the kids entertained over the summer holidays.

But an answer is on offer at Harewood House, between Harrogate and Leeds, where children can get all dressed-up in fairytale garb and then paint portraits of themselves against picturesque landscapes.

Touching The Past is an interactive exhibition for children which allows them to create extravagant self-portraits with the help of their parents. It runs from tomorrow until September 9. More details on 0113 218 1031.

Updated: 11:24 Friday, July 27, 2001