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Pumpkin carving at Hughenden Manor

Pumpkin carving at Hughenden Manor

Posted on October 29, 2016August 3, 2020 by jenny

I’m so pleased we were able to squeeze in a trip to do some pumpkin carving at Hughenden Manor today. It was a great way to round off a very exciting half term. It’s also one of my favourite National Trust properties. Hughenden Manor was the home of Benjamin Disraeli, once Prime Minister, but also…

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TNMT: Out of the Shadows DVD Cover

TNMT: Out of the Shadows skateboarding masterclass and DVD giveaway

Posted on October 25, 2016May 4, 2019 by jenny

Yesterday we were invited to KidZania London for a turtely awesome skateboarding masterclass to celebrate the release of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows. My children love visiting Kidzania and I knew this would be a fun start to their half term week. My 6 year old loves his mini-skateboard so I knew he…

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A spooktacular Halloween at Warwick Castle

A spooktacular Halloween at Warwick Castle

Posted on October 23, 2016July 13, 2022 by jenny

Yesterday we were invited to visit Warwick Castle and see how six all new spine-tingling attractions have turned Warwick Castle into The Haunted Castle over Halloween! It’s been a long time since I last visited Warwick Castle so I was looking forward to going back with my children. My 6 year old is currently studying castles in…

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FrubesMoves Challenge

Breakfast grooves with Angry Birds Frubes

Posted on October 22, 2016January 30, 2020 by jenny

Have you seen The Angry Birds Movie? In it you finally find out why the birds are so angry… The movie takes you to an island populated entirely by happy, flightless birds – or almost entirely. In this paradise, Red, a bird with a temper problem, speedy Chuck, and the volatile Bomb have always been…

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Ready for Halloween with Boohoo Kids

Ready for Halloween with Boohoo Kids

Posted on October 20, 2016April 18, 2025 by jenny

I’m sure I’m the least fashionable mum on the school run but I love my children to look good. Luckily they both love to go clothes shopping and have an eye for fashion – perhaps they’ll be taking me shopping when they’re older! Anyway, Boohoo.com recently got in touch and asked if we’d like to…

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How To Be like Poppy from Trolls

How To Be like Poppy from Trolls {Trolls Hug Time Bracelet and Poppy Wig }

Posted on October 20, 2016March 26, 2019 by jenny

We are so excited to go and see the new stellar-studded animation film Trolls from DreamWorks. The trailers look fun, my daughter insisted I buy her the Trolls sticker album so she is familiar with the characters, and we’re hoping to go tomorrow as a half term treat. A few weeks ago we had fun reviewing…

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Miffy x H&M collection

Miffy x H&M collection

Posted on October 16, 2016April 9, 2023 by jenny

Yesterday we went to Westfield London and I couldn’t resist popping into the massive H&M there to check out a new line of clothing featuring our favourite little rabbit, Miffy.  Mercis and fashion retailer H&M have joined forces to launch a range of apparel featuring Dutch artist Dick Bruna’s classic character Miffy. The Miffy x…

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Doc McStuffins Toy Hospital Bag Set

Doc McStuffins Toy Hospital Bag Set

Posted on October 15, 2016August 30, 2022 by jenny

We all know that children need positive role models which is why  I’m keen to encourage my daughter in her love of Doc McStuffins. They are currently learning all about ‘people who help us’ at school and she has been able to tell everyone about Doctors, thanks to Doc McStuffins! Dottie ‘Doc’ McStuffins, a six…

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Creating the perfect packed lunch for happy tummies

Creating the perfect packed lunch for happy tummies

Posted on October 13, 2016March 4, 2020 by jenny

We’re a family who love being outdoors and often take a picnic out with us. I like to know exactly what my children are eating and the whole family seem to enjoy the way I make lunch! My youngest started school last month and has been taking a packed lunch every day. She loves having…

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Welcome to the gingerbread house blog. I’m Jenny, London mum of two teens. Craft and family lifestyle blogger, occasional baker of gingerbread. Find out more about us, our latest crafts, and be inspired by our days out. Contact me jenny@the-gingerbread-house.co.uk

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