• Morph's Epic Art Adventure London trail
    London - Sculpture trails

    Morph’s Epic Art Adventure London trail

    July 8, 2023 - By 

    If you’re looking for free family activities in London this summer then look no further than Morph’s Epic Art Adventure London trail. We are huge fans of these free art trails and we have had so much fun exploring Morph’s Epic Art Adventure that we can’t wait to tell you about it! What is Morph’s Epic Art Adventure London trail? Morph’s Epic Art Adventure London? It is the UK’s first step-free art trail of its kind, hosted by Whizz-Kidz, the UK’s leading charity for young wheelchair users. Where is Morph’s Epic Art Adventure London trail? The trail consists of 56…

  • Draughts London
    London

    Why you should visit Draughts London

    June 19, 2023 - By 

    A board game cafe offers a unique and enjoyable experience that combines the social aspect of gathering with friends or family and the excitement of playing board games.  We are huge fan of playing family board games and visiting board game cafes whenever we find them. A few weeks ago our kids were away at Scout camp, so we took the chance to visit a board game cafe without them! We chose Draughts London as it’s a great central location near Waterloo. Why you should visit Draughts London If you haven’t yet visited a board game cafe, here are some…

  • street art in London
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    Leake Street Tunnel Summer 2023

    June 14, 2023 - By 

    London is a vibrant hub for street art, renowned for its eclectic mix of styles, creativity, and social commentary. From the iconic Banksy pieces to the lesser-known artists adorning walls, London’s streets are a sprawling canvas of expression. The city’s diverse neighbourhoods provide a platform for artists to showcase their talents. Shoreditch, with its vibrant atmosphere, is a hotspot for street art, attracting both local and international artists. Its walls are adorned with an ever-changing collection of colourful murals, stencil art, and thought-provoking graffiti. Leake Street Tunnel Summer 2023 Street art in London goes beyond mere aesthetics; it often reflects…

  • Terrible Thames river tour
    days out - London - Tower Hamlets

    Birmingham Stage Companies’ Terrible Thames river tour

    April 20, 2023 - By 

    Last week we were invited to attend Birmingham Stage Companies’ Terrible Thames river tour. The kids are big fans of Horrible Histories and we’ve seen several performances including Horrible Histories: More Best of the Barmy Army and Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors so knew what to expect. Birmingham Stage Companies’ Terrible Thames river tour Horrible Histories proudly presents its wicked river tour of the Terrible Thames. Climb aboard and hear the horrible history of the most famous river in the world! Terry Deary is the creator of Horrible Histories and one of Britain’s best-selling authors of the 21st Century. He’s also the…

  • Canary Wharf Winter Lights Festival
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    Canary Wharf Winter Lights Festival

    February 1, 2023 - By 

    On Saturday night we headed over to Canary Wharf  on the Elizabeth Line for the Canary Wharf Winter Lights Festival. It’s something we’ve been meaning to visit for the last few years but it’s only on for a few days each year. There were over 20 light installations to see and we did so many steps visiting them all! Canary Wharf Winter Lights Festival The Canary Wharf Winter Lights Festival takes place at Canary Wharf in east London. We took the Elizabeth Line to Canary Wharf station emerging from the station into daylight. The lights were switched on until5 pm…

  • Bugsy Malone The Musical at Alexandra Palace
    Family Life - Local Review - London

    Bugsy Malone The Musical at Alexandra Palace

    December 13, 2022 - By 

    Photos by Pamela Raith We are now counting down the days until the kids finish school for the Christmas holidays. The Autumn term is always a long one and we have been kept so busy with clubs, hobbies and exams. Now we are winding down and can’t wait until we can enjoy some family time together. Last weekend we were invited to go and watch Bugsy Malone The Musical at the beautiful Alexandra Palace theatre and I can’t wait to tell you more about it. Bugsy Malone The Musical at Alexandra Palace Bugsy Malone is a real classic gangster musical…

  • Theatre shows to attend in London this Christmas
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    Theatre shows to attend in London this Christmas

    November 29, 2022 - By 

    Christmas is almost here! Between the shopping, cooking, and decorating, it can be an intense period. But Christmas is all about having a brilliant time with those we love best. That’s where the theatre comes in. Between the festive theatre shows, the romantic, the dramatic, and the family-friendly, there are more than enough enthralling shows for you to enjoy as a family, a couple, or for some valuable me-time in the run-up to the big day. Theatre shows to attend in London this Christmas To help you find the perfect show for you, here are some of the best London…

  • Exploring The London Mithraeum with kids
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    Exploring The London Mithraeum with kids

    November 12, 2022 - By 

    Earlier this year my son and I enjoyed a day out in London. Before we went and watched Back To The Future The Musical (you can read our review here) we visited The London Mithraeum. The London Mithraeum is a Roman Temple of Mithras which was found in the city of London. It’s free to visit and a great place to visit with kids to learn more about Roman London. Exploring The London Mithraeum with kids You can pre-book a ticket to visit the London Mithraeum or just turn up and take a chance. A visit takes about an hour…

  • Exploring Ham House Richmond
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    Exploring Ham House and Garden

    October 5, 2022 - By 

    A few weekends ago we used our National Trust membership to explore Ham House with the kids and dog. We love our National Trust membership, it encourages us to get out and about and explore new parts of the country. Ham House has been on our wish list for a while and we were excited to visit. Exploring Ham House and Garden Ham House is a rare and atmospheric 17th-century house on the River Thames in Richmond, near London. There’s a large, free car park by the river, and a short walk brings you to the front of Ham House.…