To mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day (VE Day), the London Heritage Quarter is hosting a free, family-friendly Vintage Garden Party in Lower Grosvenor Gardens on Thursday 8 May 2025, from 12pm to 7pm. The event promises an unforgettable step back in time, with 1940s music, dancing, creative workshops and entertainment suitable for all ages.
This charming celebration is part of a…
In the pantheon of beloved British children’s television, few things bring back such vivid memories as the ramshackle haven of mischief and invention featured in BBC1’s “Here Come the Double Deckers!” The 1970 series, with its kaleidoscopic aesthetic and unbridled energy, showed viewers perhaps the ultimate childhood fantasy: an abandoned double-decker bus transformed into…
Discover Your Inner Songwriter at Riverside Studios! Ever fancied writing your own song but don’t know where to start? Whether you’ve got a head full of melodies or simply scribble lyrics in the margins of your notebook, the Riverscribes: Songwriting workshops at Riverside Studios are the perfect creative escape for London mums (and dads!) who love music.
Upcoming Sessions:
Wednesday 23…
A garden is more than just an outdoor space. It shows off your personality. It is a place to bring your creativity to life and connect to nature. Yet, even the most well-loved gardens can start to feel uninspired or even overgrown. If your yard is lacking vibrancy, and purpose, it means that it is time for a garden makeover. Fortunately, you don’t need a massive overhaul to get it looking…
On Saturday 15th of February London Mums Magazine‘s young reporters were invited to the press performance of The Baddies, based on the acclaimed book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, at Yvonne Arnaud theatre, Guildford.
I have been a fan Julia Donaldson books for years and since having my daughter I’ve been to several of the theatre adaptations too.
The Baddies I have to say is…
On Saturday 8th of February London Mums Magazine sent a young reporter for a day at London Zoo and to experience an interactive journey of being a budding vet.
“I am an 11 year old reporter from London Mums magazine and I am reporting back from attending the new Vets in Action experience from London Zoo! On 8th of February we were invited to preview London Zoo’s fantastic new Vets in…
Capturing family moments is not just about snapping photos; it’s about preserving memories that evoke joy, laughter, and nostalgia. Many parents wish to immortalise their child’s milestones, family gatherings, and candid moments. Understanding how to employ creative photography techniques can elevate your snapshots into treasured keepsakes. This guide offers various methods, including the role…
Winter weather can mean long, dreary days indoors, but it doesn’t have to be dull, especially if you’ve got a Cricut™ on hand. Perfect for turning a rainy afternoon into a creative adventure, Cricut machines are a dream for parents and kids alike. With the ability to cut, draw, and create a wide variety of projects, Cricut machines open up a world of DIY possibilities that inspire…
Christmas is the season of joy, sparkle, and… piles of packaging! Here in the UK, we go through an eye-watering 338,251 tonnes of cardboard, 1.3 billion Christmas cards, and 269,423 miles of wrapping paper every year – enough to wrap around the world over ten times. That’s a lot of Christmas waste. But fear not, London mums! With a little creativity, we can turn all that rubbish into…
Motherhood is much of a marathon and sometimes it really feels like a marathon that has no end. Personal wellness is compromised between school runs, meal preps and trying to fit in a bit of work too. Finding ways to balance your life in such a way that mothering doesn’t feel like an indulgence, but an imperative is more than some mothers can agree on. The interest in medical cannabis that is…
