Attractions

Tips from a Londoner for international visitors

Renowned as one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, London is a great city for visitors looking to see the very best that the UK has to offer. From Buckingham Palace to the Tower of London, the London Eye to Camden Market, there’s something for everyone in this bustling capital city. If you’re visiting London from abroad then check out some of these tips on how to make the…
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Get Creative

How to turn your children into green-fingered geniuses

Although it might not seem like it, Spring is on its way and there’s no better time to introduce your children to the joys of gardening. It’s a really fun and productive way to spend time outside and, if they get the gardening bug now, it’s a hobby that may stay with them forever. There are also so many good lessons to be learned from it as an activity, and that’s why schools are also…
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Attractions

Kizomba parties in London to relight the spark with your loved one

We know all too well that having kids can understandably dampen any flames that were once red hot between you and your other half. I am always on the hunt for dancing parties in London.  So I was excited to learn about a fun new Kizomba dancing event taking place in the City of London starting from Monday 24th February 2020 – a weekly dance party Kizomba Quarter at the gorgeous cocktail bar…
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Attractions

Knight School at the Tower of London 15 - 23 February 2020

This weekend London Mums’ child reporter Maya Benedetti went to the Tower of London to learn how to duel to the top of the class with Knight School. Families can head to the Tower this half term to immerse themselves in the art of chivalry and sword play, test their skills and help repel the deadly invaders. This is what Maya (13) had to say about the Knight School:  “Today’s event at…
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Great Indoors

HALF TERM – Magical Arty Wizarding Workshop with The Creation Station

Join the Creation Station for some magical Arts & Crafts fun! We are passionate about inspiring imaginations while helping you to have fun with your little one too. Our approach to children’s art activities captures the child’s interest, nurtures imagination and gently increases their focus and attention span. Award winning Art and Craft fun! Inspiring imaginations is at the heart of…
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Activities

Family fun at The Feathers of Daedalus Circus

This half term the circus is coming to town. The poetry of Roger McGough explodes from the page to the stage in this fantastical circus and puppetry adventure where pigs fly and the sky is in the pie. Join a day-dreaming girl for one amazing day where she discovers the extra-ordinary in the ordinary wherever she goes.    The Feathers of Daedalus Circus have teamed up with celebrated author and…
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Attractions

Art exhibition review: British Baroque: Power and Illusion at Tate Britain until 19 April 2020 

British Baroque: Power and Illusion is the first ever exhibition to focus on baroque culture in Britain. From the Restoration of Charles II in 1660 to the death of Queen Anne in 1714, the exhibition explores the rich connections between art and power in this often-overlooked era. The show includes many new discoveries and works displayed in public for the first time, many on loan from the stately…
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South West London

Mess it Up - Messy Play

Come along and play at one of our Messy Play Sessions. All you have to do is come along and MESS IT UP and then leave the cleaning up to us! In our one hour classes babies and toddlers are given the freedom to move around at their own pace and all of our products are non-toxic and hypo-allergenic. We have a variety of areas to explore including a sand pit, pasta, jelly, foam and…
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Attractions

ABBA: SUPER TROUPERS THE EXHIBITION at the O2 London

Whether you are an ABBA super fan or not, ABBA: SUPER TROUPERS THE EXHIBITION at the O2 London is a great musical journey into the ‘70s and ‘80s which defined the phenomenon that is ABBA. Through original and repro-fashion items, albums, music fans can discover the story of the band, their songs and historical facts of the years when Swedish pop sensation ABBA (Agnetha…
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Attractions

Tutankhamun London exhibition review 

If you are after something beautiful and educational to do with the kids over the holidays, head to the Saatchi Gallery for TUTANKHAMUN: Treasures of the Golden Pharaoh, produced by the Egyptian Ministry of Antiquities. It unveils more than 150 original objects from the tomb, 60 of which have travelled out of Egypt for the first and final time before they return for permanent display within…
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