Secret Maps at the British Library is absolutely engrossing, 5 stars. 24 October – 18 January 2026. Of the 4 million maps in the collection, the Lead Curator of Antiquarian Maps, Tom Harper, has cherry-picked 100+ for our delectation, and as he doesn’t have enough of his own, he’s borrowed a choice few from other collections. It’s been a 5-year process.
Of the 4 million maps in the…
This Friday 17th October, I went to Kenwood House for the opening of their Halloween at Kenwood Trail, and I have to say – it was truly spooky! Even the little ones were scared!
For me, the fright actually started before I even arrived… I decided to take the woodland path to reach the house, and suddenly it was pitch black. I honestly felt like Little Red Riding Hood wandering through the dark…
London’s most iconic landmarks attract millions of visitors each year, creating queues that can test even the most patient parent’s resolve. The Tower of London, with its thousand-year history and dazzling Crown Jewels, ranks among the capital’s busiest attractions. This is especially common during school holidays when families arrive in large numbers.
Navigating historic sites with children…
During Bologna’s buzzing Cersaie 2025 (22-26 September), a quieter but no less powerful creative force unfolded in the heart of the city: Elementali, an immersive photographic exhibition by Italian photographer Paolo Zauli, internationally known for his rock-and-roll portraits of music legends. In this new body of work, Zauli swaps guitar riffs for whispers of wind and flame, channelling the…
On Saturday 27 September 2025, the Apollo Victoria Theatre glittered emerald green to mark a remarkable milestone: 19 years of Wicked in the West End. After nearly two decades and over 13 million London theatregoers, this beloved show remains one of the capital’s most dazzling and enduring productions – and after seeing it five times myself, I can confirm that its magic never fades.
Based on…
London Mums Magazine was recently invited to try The Traitors: Live Experience in Covent Garden, and as someone who isn’t usually a reality TV fan, I’ll admit I was a little sceptical at first. I’d seen the hype on TV and heard family and friends rave about it, so I finally gave in – and I’m glad I did. From the very first episode I watched, I was hooked. The format – full of…
Today (15th September 2025), contributors from London Mums Magazine were invited to the National Army Museum in Chelsea to explore two remarkable exhibitions: Beyond Burma: Forgotten Armies; Myths and Realities.
Tucked away on Royal Hospital Road, just a short stroll from the Chelsea Embankment, the National Army Museum is a true hidden gem. Opened in 1960 and beautifully refurbished in 2017, the…
This autumn, Londoners are in for a very special night of music and memories as Imagine Lennon comes to Boisdale, Canary Wharf, on Saturday 11 October 2025. This brand-new production celebrates the life and songs of John Lennon with a performance that is as heartfelt as it is unforgettable.
Fronting the show is the internationally acclaimed Tyson Kelly, hailed as the greatest John Lennon in the…
If you’re running out of ways to keep the kids entertained before term-time routines fully kick in, there’s still one magical adventure waiting for families in London: the Dragonfly Festival at WWT London Wetland Centre.
Running until 22 September 2025, this first-ever celebration of dragonflies has already captured imaginations — and there’s still time to be part of it.
A Summer of…
London Mums’ contributor Lindsay Ancock recently visited The Legend Of The Titanic – The Immersive Experience with her grand-children and sent us this letter afterwards.
“As a London mum – and the granddaughter of one of the Titanic’s survivors – I didn’t expect this exhibition to touch me quite so deeply. I thought I knew the story well, but as soon as I stepped into The Legend of…