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London’s newest attraction: Up at The O2 – Climb an icon

As if London would not have enough attractions, the newest one is actually breathtaking. Now you can walk over one of London’s favourite landmarks – The O2. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable 90 minute experience which will take you on an uplifting expedition across the roof of the world’s most popular entertainment venue. Enjoy spectacular 360 degree views of London from our…
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British families urged to swap a sedentary summer for a Playcation

New research recently revealed that British families are stuck to the sofa, with two thirds (68 per cent) of family time being sedentary. The survey conducted by UK retailer Argos, shows British families spend an average of twelve hours together a week yet eight hours of this time are spent sat down. Television is the biggest family entertainer, with a quarter of parents defaulting to the box…
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BAFTA CALLS ON 11-16 YEAR OLDS TO ENTER ITS YOUNG GAME DESIGNERS COMPETITION

The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) has launched BAFTA Young Game Designers 2012, a competition that aims to inspire the game designers and game-makers of the future by giving young people the chance to design and create their own video game and develop it with industry professionals. The competition is open to 11-16 year olds and has attracted hundreds of entries from across…
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GAME BOY REGRET AS CHILDREN PRESS PAUSE ON CREATIVITY

A third of parents regret giving their children games consoles, mobile phones and computers, a study reveals today. Having not known life without the internet and technology, parents fear their children are so used to the immediate gratification of digital devices that they are lacking key interpersonal skills such as patience and social and communication skills that develop from taking part in…
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SUMMER SOFA SYNDROME: Summer holidays pose a serious health risk to 4.3 million UK children

Six glorious weeks of freedom might sound like a dream come true, but research from weight management company, MoreLife, reveals that the school holidays are turning into a very real nightmare, posing a serious health risk to 4.3 million children across the UK. A third of British children (33%) will fall victim to ‘Summer Sofa Syndrome’ this year, with some putting on up to half a stone…
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'Royals' spotted at a fun park in London - What a Royal-a-coaster!

Between weddings, official visits, speeches and the Diamond Jubilee, the Royal Family are a busy bunch. But spare a thought for their dopplegangers who, since Kate and Wills tied the knot, have experienced their busiest year ever. To give the country’s royal ringers a well deserved break, Chessington World of Adventures Resort is offering free entry over the Jubilee weekend to up to sixty weary…
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Win 1 family pass to the Jubilee Family Festival (Hyde Park, Sun 3 June 2012)

To celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, we’ve teamed up with teatime favourite Birds Eye to send you and your family on a day out to remember at the Jubilee Family Festival in London’s Hyde Park on Sunday 3rd June 2012. Two lucky adults and two lucky children will spend the fun-filled day in the capital city enjoying all the Jubilee Family Festival presented by Sainsbury’s, has…
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Top ten tips on being a great party host during this Jubilympic year

Amazing Party Hosting Tips and Quotes by Polly Betton. 1. Communicate with your guests When you invite guests be as clear as possible about what sort of party it is (i.e. is it formal or relaxed, tightly planned or easy going) so that they know what to expect and what you expect of them. Ask them to RSVP, then send out a reminder email to confirmed attendees around a week before the party with…
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The Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant: all you need to know to be in the right place

Lots of people have asked me recently if I know where the Pageant is starting from, where it goes etc etc. Then I researched and I found this amazing iPad app that will help getting people to the right places at the right time during the Pageant journey. The great thing is that this is the only official Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant iPad App with the approval from the Queen. So it is official…
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Bear Grylls Top Ten Things To Do Before You’re Ten

OVER HALF OF UK ADULTS PLAYED OUTSIDE EVERYDAY WHEN THEY WERE YOUNG, COMPARED TO JUST 24% OF KIDS TODAY. The nation’s favourite adventurer, Bear Grylls, gives London Mums some tips to get kids back outside and learn forgotten childhood skills. Today’s children are spending significantly less time than their parents did having adventures outside and, as a result, have missed out on…
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