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Winter Wonderland in London’s Hyde Park

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 [...]

| December 1, 2011 | 0 Comments
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Angry Birds Cookbook Launch: feat. Angry Birds, chef Aldo Zilli, Nokia Lumia and lots of eggs.

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 [...]

| November 29, 2011 | 0 Comments
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School closed for the Teachers Strike? These discount activity vouchers will come in handy!

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 [...]

| November 29, 2011 | 0 Comments
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Get Your Yule On! Christmas Activities for Kids near the King’s Road (London)

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 [...]

| November 28, 2011 | 0 Comments
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Duchess of Cambridge Pub, W6

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…

| November 28, 2011
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Disney Princess: A Royal Celebration

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 [...]

| November 24, 2011 | 0 Comments
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Winter Wonderlands for Christmas 2011

Winter Wonderlands for Christmas 2011

There is nothing better to get yourself and the kids in the Christmas spirit than a trip to your favourite city and participating in their festive offerings. In this post we’ll highlight some of the best Christmas attractions around the UK that are suitable for the whole family (minus the mulled wine!)… London Hyde Park [...]

| November 22, 2011 | 0 Comments
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The Gruffalo Live at London’s Lyric Theatre

The Gruffalo Live at London’s Lyric Theatre

The Gruffalo has long been one of our favourite Julia Donaldson books, and what a treat to see Mouse, Fox, Snake, Owl and The Gruffalo himself live at the theatre! There are plenty of silly songs and audience participation, and Snake’s performance is hilarious. The younger ones in the audience will probably hide their eyes [...]

| November 19, 2011 | 0 Comments
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