Travel with kids

5 Things to do en route to Disneyland Paris

If you’ve got a little one then the likelihood is at some point they will ask if they can go to Disneyland Paris. It’s the dream destination for most children (and many adults alike). From the second you set off in the car it is a huge adventure. While there are a few ways to travel to Disneyland Paris, it definitely makes sense to drive. This gives you the freedom to manage your own journey…
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Travel with kids

Bear Grylls launches new family car Land Rover Discovery with a LEGO stunt

Last week I attended a star-studded party at Packington Hall close to Land Rover’s Solihull plant where the new Land Rover Discovery was launched by British adventurer Bear Grylls on a replica Tower Bridge made entirely with LEGO.  Built from the ultimate family toy, the sculpture was made from 5,805,846 individual LEGO bricks, which laid end to end, would stretch for almost 200 miles, or…
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Movies

The Lodge Teen TV: 10 minutes chat with the cast of Disney Channel UK’s brand new show

London Mums are pleased to have had access to the young and talented cast of Disney Channel UK’s brand new show for teenagers, The Lodge. Enjoy this refreshing interview. Disney the Lodge is a ten part series inspired by the popular Israeli original live-action series North Star, is filmed locally in Northern Ireland and has intriguing storylines, catchy music and engaging characters. In the…
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Attractions

Rock London - A guide to London for rock lovers

London is one of the most legendary cities in the world for being the cradle of some of the greatest musical legends of our times. As a rock chick myself over the years I have discovered many iconic locations and venues. Here is my first guide to London for rock lovers. It’s far from being complete but it’s a good starting point. 1. K West Hotel & Spa First of all, if you have to…
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Movies

Storks movie exclusive UK clip

London Mums are proud to be the first website to host an exclusive clip of sweet new movie Storks. From the makers of The LEGO Movie and Happy Feet, animated family comedy Storks stars Andy Samberg, Kelsey Grammer, Katie Crow, Jennifer Aniston, Ty Burrell and Key & Peele, and arrives in UK cinemas on 14 October, with special previews on 8 and 9 October 2016. Exclusive UK…
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Books

Beatrix Potter aka Peter Rabbit's author 150th anniversary celebrations with new movie

This year the 150th anniversary of Beatrix Potter’s birth is being celebrated with new books’ releases and now the announcement that a new live-action / CG motion picture Peter Rabbit is scheduled for production in January 2017, and is due for worldwide release in April 2018. I mean, who doesn’t love Peter Rabbit… and his sweet author Beatrix Potter who was brilliantly…
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Movies

DVD Review: MOTHER’S DAY Comedy starring Jennifer Aniston, Kate Hudson, Julia Roberts

Mother’s Day is star-studded film which sees some of the best comedy actors and actresses along with the legendary rom-com director GARRY MARSHALL (Pretty Woman, Beaches, Overboard) come together to bring a feel-good and funny movie celebrating motherhood in all stages of life. It’s a sweet and moving tale of family life and out to download and on DVD 3rd October 2016. Read below for…
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Movies

Film review: Queen of Katwe by Disney (out on 21 October 2016)

Walt Disney Studios  is treating us to a fantastic movie this autumn, Queen of Katwe, which opens in the UK on the 21st October 2016. The Story The film starring David Oyelowo, Lupita Nyong’o and newcomer Madina Nalwanga is based on the vibrant true story of a young girl from the streets of Uganda whose world rapidly changes when she is introduced to the game of chess. For 10-year-old…
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Books

Book of the week: Pattan's Pumpkin, An Indian Flood Story

Think of Noah’s Ark’s story with an Indian backdrop and a huge pumpkin as the ark, and here you have Pattan’s Pumpkin, a vibrantly illustrated flood story from India written by Chitra Soundar with illustrations by Frané Lessac. Pattan has an amazing pumpkin… it grows bigger than the goats, bigger than the elephants, until it is as tall as the mountains. But can Pattan’s…
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Attractions

Marvel Universe Live Show - Kids' honest review

After meeting the cast of Marvel Universe Live Show a few months ago, we finally attended the premiere of the first UK performance at the O2 Arena last week. Needless to say that the show was spectacular with lots of special effects but more aimed at children than parents. Watch this cute video of the kids where they give their honest opinion on the show. This is the kids’ hilarious video…
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