I’ve lived in London long enough to know that you can walk past the same street a hundred times without ever turning down it. But this week, I finally did turn. And what I found stopped me in my tracks.
Just a stone’s throw from the chaos of Waterloo Station – with its rushing commuters, tourist herds, and that perpetual smell of hot dogs and diesel – I stumbled into a tiny knot of…
On 26 April 2026, a small army of chefs, volunteers, and passionate food lovers gathered at Chelsea Old Town Hall with one goal: to break the Guinness World Record for the longest tiramisù in history. And they succeeded – beyond anyone’s wildest dreams.
As Editor of London Mums Magazine, proud official media partner to this initiative, I was there not just to report but to take part. I…
May in London. The trees are leafy, the tube is stuffy, and somewhere out there, a child is asking “are we there yet?” before you’ve even left the driveway.
But fear not, brave mum. I’ve done the hard work so you don’t have to. Here’s your slightly chaotic, definitely opinionated, and genuinely useful guide to keeping the small humans entertained this May…
Saturdays were made for lazy lie-ins, not dragging the kids around a crowded supermarket. So, how about swapping the trolley for a tote bag and making a proper day of it? I’ve done the legwork (literally, my feet are still recovering) to bring you the ultimate guide to London’s best family-friendly markets, perfect for a weekend adventure without the usual weekend…
When your other half announced they’re getting up at 5am on a Saturday to queue outside a record shop, you had questions. Mainly: “Why?” and “Can you take the kids with you?”
Well, Saturday 18 April isRecord Store Day 2026, and more than 300 independent record shops across the UK will be flinging open their doors from as early as 8am. Hundreds of exclusive…
The West End has Six new Queens who have taken up their crowns at the Vaudeville Theatre from last 24 February, as the home-grown musical sensation continues its run, now booking until January 2027. London Mums have checked it out and loved it. The concept is simple: the six wives of Henry VIII reintroduce themselves as pop stars, each telling their story like it’s a mini concert set. It could…
There is something a bit magical about watching very young children experience ballet for the first time. The wide eyes, the spontaneous clapping, the occasional whispered “wow”. It is a reminder that art does not need to be complicated to move us. And that is exactly what English National Ballet and English National Ballet School have achieved with the latest instalment of their My First…
The Easter holidays are here, and if you’re looking for something to do that doesn’t involve chocolate comas or another trip to soft play, we’ve got you covered. The Royal Society of Chemistry has shared five wonderfully messy experiments that turn your kitchen into a mini-lab – and sneak a bit of learning into the fun.
We’re talking swirling milk rainbows, hidden messages on eggs…
Golf in Ireland has long been about more than the game itself. Between rounds, players often face stretches of downtime while waiting for tee times or resting after 18 holes. Traditionally, the clubhouse served as the main gathering point, with players spending breaks talking with friends or relaxing after a round.
These routines remain familiar, yet habits are changing. Many golfers now turn…
The Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts is expanding its presence in North London with the launch of a brand-new academy in Angel. The first session will take place on Saturday, 25 April, welcoming local children and young people aged six to 18.
Based at Steps Studios on Goswell Road, the academy will run three-hour sessions every Saturday from 9:15 am to 12:30 pm, offering young people…