One of a big things that can spoil a family day out is when a child drops their newly bought ice cream.

So to help make sure no-one’s day falls flat, English Heritage has launched ‘Ice Cream Splat Insurance’.

The new policy will automatically cover visitors at 18 attractions – including Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens in Northumberland – who purchase an ice-cream throughout the month of August, meaning any dropped ice-creams will be swiftly replaced; no questions asked.

This includes all flavours from Bramley Apple Crumble to Clotted Cream and Honeycomb.

The ‘Ice Cream Splat Insurance’ policy will automatically cover visitors at 18 attractions – including Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens.

placeholder image — The ‘Ice Cream Splat Insurance’ policy will automatically cover visitors at 18 attractions – including Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens.

If a child (or adult) drops their scooped ice cream, all they need to do is return to the point of purchase with their dropped cup or cone and request a replacement.

Daisy Rowe, head of commercial development at English Heritage, said: “No matter if you’re nine or 99, ice cream is always a highlight of a summer day out.

“However, I’m sure we’ve all had that experience when the long-awaited treat arrives and ends up splat on the floor.

“We know how important days out are to our families for making special memories and don’t want anything to ruin that. This is why we’re so pleased to introduce Ice Cream Splat Insurance at 18 of our sites this summer.”

For more information about what’s on at Belsay Hall this summer, go to www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/belsay-hall-castle-and-gardens/events