Activities

Restaurant review: Indian afternoon tea at Colonel Saab in Covent Garden

Located at the former Holborn Town Hall in the heart of Central London, Colonel Saab is a modern Indian restaurant from Roop Partap Choudhary, offering a smart Indian fine dining experience. The restaurant is inspired by the travel tales of Roop’s father, an Indian Army officer Col. Manbeer Choudhary and his wife Mrs. Binny Choudhary across the Indian subcontinent, created by Roop as a “love…
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Review: Hamlet for young audiences at the Dorfman, National Theatre

Everybody knows who Hamlet is, one way or another. The Dorfman, a small theatre inside the National Theatre, has produced a special Hamlet for young audiences. Jude Christian’s energetic and engaging retelling Hamlet for young audiences (recommended ages 8 – 12 year olds) would delight even Shakespeare himself who would be keen to get his most well-known tragedy to a wide…
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Great Indoors

Partying at the 450th birthday of The Honourable Society of the Middle Temple

A few days ago I attended a very exclusive party at The Honourable Society of the Middle Temple, one of the four Inns of Court in London which has been a centre of legal education and the home of barristers for almost 500 years. The Middle Temple building and hall are some of the most iconic landmarks of the city, and the event celebrated the 450th anniversary of their construction. Built in the…
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Local comedy night at Putney Arts Theatre

Get yourself to a local comedy night, mums! It’s good for the soul. The next one for the S-Wers among us, ‘South Circular Comedy’ at Putney Arts Theatre, 26 March and 30 April 2023! £10.60. Ted Milligan, host, at the first night Apollo at 9pm on the Telly is all very well, but the real thing, where you are breathless with the dread and thrill of possibly becoming next the target… not the…
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Restaurant review: Jurassic Afternoon Tea at Apero in South Kensington

The Apero at Ampersand Hotel‘s new Jurassic Afternoon Tea is a must-try experience for families looking for a unique way to fuel up before or after exploring the Exhibition Road museums in South Kensington. The tea takes its inspiration from the time when dinosaurs roamed the earth over 200 million years ago, and it is evident from the presentation and taste of the treats that a lot of thought…
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Musical holiday camps in London at The Strings Club 

The Strings Club runs 11 award winning holiday camps in London using music as a force for good, offering a refreshing approach to childcare that parents can trust – time and time again. With over a 100 independent 5* reviews in 2022, The Strings Club ensures that every day is wonderfully different.   From wellbeing to confidence to musicianship, it is scientifically proven that music provides…
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London with Teens: 'Relaxed Performance' of Mamma Mia! the musical at Novello Theatre

I was intrigued when I was invited to my first ever ‘relaxed’ theatre experience of Mamma Mia! the musical at Novello Theatre. A ‘relaxed performance‘ entails everything required to transform the theatre into a friendly atmosphere for people with autism, learning disabilities, sensory and communication needs or anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed environment. All while maintaining…
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Which London areas are good to move to with kids?

London is a huge and diverse city, so thinking of where you should move to with kids can be a big task. In this article, we’ll discuss the best London areas to live with children. Whether you’re already living in London or thinking of making the big move to the city, you’ll want to consider where is suitable for young families. Photo by Lucas Davies on Unsplash Solicitors in Blackheath are…
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London with Teens: Disney On Ice at OVO Wembley Arena

Exciting. Engaging. Extravagant. Disney On Ice at Wembley Arena is a must-see! I was unsure at first if two teenagers and their mother would enjoy a show like this, but before we knew it, we were introduced to all our favourite Disney characters on ice skates. The show really surprised me with the way the skaters traversed around the ice rink through the use of flips and lifts to bring the…
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Great Indoors

Crouch End’s to get a complete facelift in 2023 with Hornsey Town Hall restoration 

A week ago I attended a tour to quite a special building site. Dorsett Hospitality International recently acquired the historic Hornsey Town Hall in Crouch End, North London, and is currently transforming the Grade II* listed building into a new aparthotel set to open in the summer of 2023. You had to have a bit of imagination to see the new architecture completed but nevertheless I enjoyed myself…
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