It’s wrong to believe that only money can buy top entertainment. The best kind of fun is usually free. Chelsea Flower Show is surely amazing but it could be both challenging and expensive with kids without even taking into account that it is all set up and not a wild environment.
Simple activities without spending a fortune in London seem rare to find but in Spring the parks are amazing and…
At the heart of Richmond, Rainbow Nursery Schools are one of those places mums often talk about at pick-up time – friendly, familiar, and full of the happy energy you get when children feel settled and confident. London Mums reporters went there to check it out.
Proud of serving the local communities in Richmond and East Sheen for over 47 years, Rainbow Nursery Schools are delighted to…
Richmond is set to dazzle this holiday season with a spectacular lineup of free Christmas events hosted by Be Richmond, the Business Improvement District (BID). Residents and visitors of all ages can look forward to a magical combination of festive favourites, including the much-anticipated Christmas Light Switch-On, an enchanting Nutcracker Trail, and a 12 Days of Christmas Giveaway brimming with…
Calling all pumpkin enthusiasts and Halloween lovers! Richmond is about to get a whole lot spookier with the return of the Be Spooky free Pumpkin Patch, hosted by Be Richmond BID. Mark your calendars for Saturday 26th October, when Whittaker Avenue will be transformed into a Halloween wonderland from 10am to 4pm. Get ready for Richmond’s Halloween Extravaganza!
Whether you’re a seasoned…
Richmond town centre is set to become a focal point for art and conservation as it launches the Chimps are Family statue trail by renowned artists Gillie and Marc. This initiative, organised by Be Richmond, aims to raise awareness about chimpanzee conservation in partnership with WWF.
Starting from Friday, 12th July 2024, residents and visitors can follow a designated chimp footprint trail…
London is a city bursting with history, culture, and endless attractions. For families wanting to embrace the great outdoors, London’s royal parks offer the perfect escape from city life. These parks are not only beautiful but also packed with activities to keep children and teenagers entertained year-round. Here’s a guide to some of London’s most family-friendly royal parks and the…
Rarer the Pandas the Operation Centaur Shire horses, Heath and Nobby, will be returning to Bushy Park to offer carriage rides for Easter weekend.
These traditional shire horse carriage rides are a popular seasonal treat for park visitors and usually happen over the summer and around Christmas but they are back for Easter this year with a limited number of rides available over the four…
With the UK currently in a third national lockdown, alert level 5 has resorted us to stricter social distancing rules and we are only advised to leave the house once a day for exercise. Parks are the only thing that seem to keep us sane at the moment.Whilst the R rate across the UK is between 1.2 to 1.3 based on the latest data, it seems London’s R rate has dropped to a best estimate of…
Proposals are under way to transform London into a National Park City. This project is really exciting as is set to improve housing, green spaces and education, making London’s quality of life the best in the world.
There is no precedent for making a National Park City – London would be the first. For this vision to become reality, the campaign is asking for the support of as many people…
My Quintessentially British week started with an exclusive cosy chat with Stephen Mangan, quintessentially British actor who is currently voicing the quintessentially British character of Postman Pat. Then I met Mr Twinings in person (yes you heard me, one of the famous tea family heir) and how best end my special week…. I went for a lesson of polo as a total novice in horse riding and…