London and South East
Review of Lapland UK – Is it worth the money?
See that man on the left there? Yeah, him. Father Christmas. Well, I met him yesterday. I did…… I know that’s what I thought too – but it turns out he is real and lives on an industrial estate in Kent. Well, that’s underplaying it somewhat. His home is Lapland UK – a multi-million pound, [...]
The Pudding Parlour at The Athenaeum Hotel in London: Mums Night Out!
Every now and then we take a break from “things to do with the kids” and look (rather desperately) for an excuse for a little “me time”. And no, by “me time” I don’t mean time to chop vegetables for yet another chicken casserole or carefully laying out school clothes so they’re ready for the [...]
Winter Wonderland in London’s Hyde Park
We have been to Winter Wonderland several time each and every year; without fail it is always a giddy and delightful experience. London’s dusked-drenched afternoons are lit up with fairy lights, Christmas trees and amusement rides; couple this with mulled wine and you have a super seasonal treat. We have been with one toddler, a [...]
Angry Birds Cookbook Launch: feat. Angry Birds, chef Aldo Zilli, Nokia Lumia and lots of eggs.
You wait ages for a cool thing to come along and then, like buses, three come along at once. An invite to the launch of the new Angry Birds cookbook (Angry Birds: Bad Piggies Egg Recipes), with the new Nokia Lumia 800 AND top baby-friendly chef Aldo Zilli had all the ingredients (sorry) for me [...]
School closed for the Teachers Strike? These discount activity vouchers will come in handy!
Up to 90% of schools in England and Wales will be closed this Wednesday (30/11/11) due to public sector strikes, leaving parents with the conundrum of how to keep the kids busy on this spontaneous day off. MoneySupermarket Vouchers have managed to secure several vouchers and offers to help parents to make the most of [...]
Get Your Yule On! Christmas Activities for Kids near the King’s Road (London)
The next few weeks are going to be incredibly festive on and around The King’s Road (London). There are loads of fun and Christmassy affairs to take the kids to, or to enjoy sans enfant, during the next few weeks. Shopping for children this Christmas? In case you missed the last one, Le Fille Unique [...]
Duchess of Cambridge Pub, W6
This cute little pub located on the corner of Goldhawk and Bath Road has been reincarnated once again as the Duchess of Cambridge. In the last few years it has changed three times…most recently known as The Brook—it was a local favourite—so whe…
Disney Princess: A Royal Celebration
Last month, Rapunzel was welcomed into the Disney Royal Court in a magnificent Disney Princess Parade and Rapunzel Celebration in London. An estimated 25,000 Disney Princess fans gathered outside in the unexpected October sunshine to wave to the princesses as they rode through London’s Kensington Gardens in elegant horse-drawn carriages. Having hosted the UK Rapunzel Party [...]
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