Last 22nd January 2016 I was lucky to get tickets for Alexander Armstrong’s show at the London Palladium. It’s not that I love that theatre so much (and keep going back) for its historical importance (having hosted shows by Bob Hope, Peter Sellers and Judy Garland among the stars who performed there) but also because I love Jazz and the smooth voice of Alexander Armstrong, who is probably more…
Storage or no storage – that is the question… De-cluttering ideas are popping up in my head every Spring so I am taking a look at what other alternative options we, London Mums, have for storing our kids’ stuff.
More often than not, children end up in the smallest bedrooms – after all, you’re not going to sacrifice your ‘adult space’ for the sake of a little one. You may even end…
Here is my brain dump for the week reflecting on the reasons behind people’s collections and why I think I am a tiny bit OCD – by this meaning a bit obsessed with one collection in particular. And of course I tell the story of my vintage Barbie collection.
These are just a few of my dolls from my Barbie collection. They are like children… you don’t really have a favourite. You love them…
HENLEY FESTIVAL, the UK’s most glamorous boutique festival, returns to its stunning setting along the river in Henley-on-Thames from 6th – 10th July 2016 with tickets going on sale to the general public on Thursday 25th February 2016 at 10am. The line up of stars include ELTON JOHN & HIS BAND, BLAKE & DAME SHIRLEY BASSEY, ELVIS COSTELLO & THE IMPOSTERS, BRYN TERFEL & WNO ORCHESTRA, WILL YOUNG…
As a London mum you will no doubt often wonder how to best manage your child’s energy. In this modern age of living in front of a television, computer or smart phone, getting your kids out and about is the best way to keep them healthy in body and mind. Whilst sports clubs are good for keeping kids active, dance classes are a great alternative with endless benefits!
First of all, dancing is…
On 8th March 2016 the Mayor of London’s office will be hosting an International Women’s Day event.
We will be using International Women’s Day to shine a light on some of the women in the UK who have found success in traditionally male-dominated sectors, in order to encourage others to pursue their career ambitions.
We are hoping the day will encourage more girls to study science…
I was extremely pleased to have the chance to speak with Matt from Collabro, the world’s number one musical theatre vocal group who performed to over 55,000 people on their sell out UK tour in 2015, and about to go on a new tour this year! Since winning Britain’s Got Talent in June 2014, Collabro’s diary has been a whirlwind of touring and promotion on a worldwide scale! They performed on…
Set in 1190, Richard Coeur de Lion, King of England has embarked on the Third Crusade and has called upon his subjects to set forth and join him. Arundel Castle guards the road linking the Medieval ports of Shoreham, Pagham, and Portsmouth. The Castle defends access to the sea via the River Arun, providing a logical mustering point for men, supplies and equipment setting out for the Continent. Set…
Ancient Oceans will immerse visitors in the fascinating history and evolution of the oceans and the creatures that live within them.
Keen investigators will be able to take part in a skeleton hunt, tasked with scouring the aquarium in search of the bones of an ancient creature.
For history hunters, there is the chance to excavate buried fossils at the Ancient Oceans dig station, with Dr Doug on…
Spanning nearly 500 years, Raven Tor Living History Group will portray weapons, clothing, combat demonstrations and crafts from the 11th to the 15th century. From its Norman beginnings as a wood and earth fortification through to the vast stone castle of the 15th century, Arundel Castle and the families who have held the Earldom, have experienced war, plague, and revolt. The weekend is a real…