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Baubles & Christmas Tree Decorations

Looking for new Baubles and Christmas decorations every year is one of my favourite activities. With the help of some elves from Dobbies and Tesco I have now identified some trends for this Christmas. You’ll agree with me that images speak more than words. Sparkle and glitter – The Cinderella Look With the release of the Disney Cinderella movie, Cinderella will inspire this Christmas…
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South West London

A little sprinkle of Magic Dust

Magic Door is a new company made up of two friends Betty and Anna who decided to try doing something completely different and as magical and creative as possible. Both have worked in the events/ film/music/photography world all their lives but on the side have been able to let their creative sides run wild when doing their own children’s birthday parties. From burying bones in the sandpit for a…
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School craft ideas: home made Viking costume

World Book Day or the School assembly is at the door and you need to make a Viking costume. Sounds familiar? Mums and dads are often called upon to prepare all sorts of historical outfits for their offspring history lessons. You don’t need to be an expert in Viking history. Maybe you are a fan of the TV series Beowulf and you love Vikings. Just take a look at some of our ideas and you will…
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The ultimate guide to Advent Calendars to count down to Christmas

What is it about Advent Calendars that makes them so popular?  Where does this tradition come from? I have asked myself these questions and went out to find out where the tradition has started and why we all love it so much. London Mums have also tried to make their own ones and kids club reporters have also provided a list of their favourite Advent Calendars for this Christmas. It’s…
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Activities

Hampstead Winter Fair 2015

The Marie Curie Hospice, Hampstead is holding it’s annual Winter Fair on the Saturday 28th November 2015 from 11am – 4pm. Come along for some festive fun and Christmas shopping! We’re also looking for donations of bric-a-brac, children’s toys (in good condition), and raffle prizes. If you’d like to donate something to our Winter Fair or want to find out any more…
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South West London

Lady Margaret School Christmas Fair - Parsons Green - Saturday 28 November 2015

The Lady Margaret School Christmas Fair is a much loved school and community event open to everyone.  This year it takes place on Saturday 28th November 2015. Affordable festive fun and for parents considering the school a good opportunity to see it in action with the choir singing carols and parents serving mince pies and mulled wine and running a variety of stalls.  Turkey rolls and other…
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Central London

THE GOOD DINOSAUR - Christmas Family Film - charity premiere 29 Nov

This year’s CTBF Children’s Fund Christmas Family Film is Disney/Pixar’s THE GOOD DINOSAUR (3D)! Every ticket bought for this special screening will go directly towards the CTBF Children’s Fund and will help children affected by extreme hardship. Learn more about the Children’s Fund and how it has helped deserving families, and children like Eva, who is currently…
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Attractions

BRICK 2015 - Europe's biggest Lego experience for families & all Lego fans is back - Excel, 11 – 13 DECEMBER 2015

After the phenomenal success of the inaugural BRICK show at London’s ExCeL last year, the immersive LEGO extravaganza returns for three days of LEGO fuelled family fun.  BRICK 2015  the ultimate family event of the year as Europe’s largest LEGO experience comes to the Excel this December – 11th – 13th DECEMBER. Packed to the brim with amazing activities and attractions, the show…
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Great Indoors

Disney Christmas Magic in the name of love

Disney has accompanied us all for generations and I am so thankful for the genius of Walt Disney for believing in his ideas and pursuing his dreams. Disney has created so many magical moments during my lifetime and still does. From Toy Story and Finding Nemo, to the sisterly love of Frozen, no one brings families together like Disney. My 9 year son Diego and I recently attended a star studded…
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South West London

Kingston Christmas Lights Switch On 2015

VICTORIAN STREET MAGICIANS, sideshows and travelling circus performers will be among the attractions as Kingston marks the start of the festive season with a Charles Dickens-inspired Christmas Lights Switch on. In celebration of the Rose Theatre’s hotly-anticipated production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, this year’s celebrations will have a distinctly Victorian feel, with…
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