December & January in Greenwich
ROYAL OBSERVATORY GREENWICH December 2017 and January 18 www.rmg.co.uk Highlights include: Celebrate the centenary of renowned Sci-Fi author Sir Arthur C Clarke’s birth with a special Silver-Screen Science Fiction evening showing of 2010: The Year We Make Contact and featuring special guests Royal Observatory Christmas Lecture with Professor Carl Murray as he celebrates the 20-year life
Christmas at The Rare Breeds Centre
A Truly Magical Christmas at The Rare Breeds Centre Jingle bells, Jingle Bells…A Magical Christmas is coming and Santa and his friends will be here at The Rare Breeds Centre for another season of festive fun on 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 16th, 17th, 21st, 22nd and 23rd December We believe that any family Christmas isn’t complete without
The Best Black Friday Deal
For a genuine Black Friday deal go to: Raleigh is now offering 50% off all bikes that are part of the Black Friday promotion. There is a wide range of exclusive deals across selected Adults, Kids & Electric bikes as well as some top cycling accessories. The offer is live now and will run through
ebay Stocking fillers
Whether its stuffing their stockings or secret Santa there are always lots of small fun gifts you need to buy this Christmas . At eBay.co.uk they have a great range of gift ideas. Mini gifts to suit the whole family for a magical Christmas morning.
Have a Fortnum’s of Piccadilly Christmas
This Christmas, come together and get festive with Fortnum’s at the iconic Piccadilly flagship. There is something for everyone at the home of Christmas – carols are accompanied by mulled wine and plenty of cheer, foodie and craft workshops teach the young and old how to do Christmas, and the annually anticipated Father Christmas
Hogwarts in the Snow
Celebrities and Parents News (!) had great evening last night enjoying the new Hogwarts in the Snow at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter. We brushed shoulders or should that be wands with celebrities such as Alexandra Burke with Strictly dance partner Gorka Marquez, Candice Brown with fiancée, X Factor semi-finalists,
Five Hotels for Your Family Vacation in the Canary Islands
Going on a vacation on your own is easier than when you are going out with your family. Admit it. With all the things to consider, you might have even thought of not going at all. Going on a vacation with the family is even harder when you have kids with you. All the
Sore throat?
Forget honey and lemon – try some MOSS: Plant ‘helps to reduce pain and stop germs multiplying – without the dangers of paracetamol’ From honey and lemon to gargling salt water, there are many natural remedies we use to soothe a sore throat. Now, research suggests there could be a new remedy to ease your
Try a Bamboo Bra
How do you fancy a comfortable bra made of super soft fabric and featuring extra wide straps the Miracle bamboo comfort bra was designed to offer this in spades! With an easy front hook closure and a wireless design this super practical bra is perfect for all ladies looking for something extra special. It also offers
An Advent Treat with Elf & Seek
A brand-new, alternative festive countdown for the family The Little Treats Bakery is pleased to launch one ‘elf of an exciting product for Christmas 2017, which cleverly combines characterful biscuits with a fun, festive countdown activity – Elf & Seek. Comprising of 24 individually wrapped and decorated gingerbread elves, award winning* Elf & Seek is
Baby/Kids Scissors
Rubis® Baby/Kids Scissors in Elephant Pouch Nail care can never be this fun with Rubis baby nail scissors in elephant shaped pouch. An artful treasure delivered in pink and blue, baby nail scissors in elephant shaped leather pouch coined “elephantine” is a charming leather elephant pouch enveloping baby nail scissors. The rounded tips of the
Fresh X
Fresh X is a new environmentally-friendly personal Spritz suitable for all the family FreshX is an exciting new product in an innovative new category that fuses together two big trends: extra freshness down below and a serious environmental mission. On sale in Sainsbury’s stores. Just two or three ‘Spritz’ of FreshX onto toilet tissue transforms
Winter at Blenheim Palace
On 24 November 2017 until the 1 January 2018 Blenheim Palace’s 2000 acres of ‘Capability’ Brown landscape and Formal Gardens will be transformed into an illuminated wonderland. The magical trail will wind through the landscape, highlighting Blenheim Palace’s rich history, all with the magic and wonder of the festive season. New and returning visitors can
Christmas in Edinburgh
There is nowhere more magical for families at Christmas time than Edinburgh! Christmas celebrations kick off on 17 November in Princes Street Gardens, with the legendary Light Night on George Street on 19th. Ice Adventure The fantastic a brand-new walk-through immersive experience, an ‘ice museum’ . Explore the walk-through experience and travel through Scotland’s rich
Winter Pop Ups
THOR’S Viking Vibes Regent’s Place will become home to THOR’S, a pop up bar channeling Scandi/Viking chic this winter. The cosy cabin will transport you to the Nordics, minus the harsh weather, and even if the British winter is getting to you, there’ll be plenty of log fires to keep you warm. Get into the
‘All Different, All Equal’
The Anti-Bullying Alliance based at the National Children’s Bureau has published a poll showing that while the majority of children (96%) think it is important to be yourself, of the two-fifths of children who would conceal something about themselves, 61% said they would hide or change the way they look to avoid being bullied. Campaigners
Cake Yarn
Knitters and crocheter are going crazy for cakes – but not the edible kind. Great yarns put the fun back into our crafting. These two are reasonably priced, sumptuous colours and marvellous to work with. Soft, non splitting and tactile for any project. I purchased them from www.purplelinda crafts & www.wool4less Top right & bottom left Northern
Shhh – Quiet at the Aquarium
The National Marine Aquarium will be hosting a special ‘quiet’ event this month for families with sensory needs. Taking place on Saturday 18 November, the afterhours event will invite visitors to enjoy the Aquarium’s surroundings without the noise and distraction of the daily shows, enabling them to appreciate the true beauty and calmness of the
London November Events
Oxford Street Christmas Lights Switch On Singer and actress Rita Ora will switch on the 58th Oxford Street Christmas Lights.The show will be hosted by Capital Breakfast’s Roman Kemp and Vick Hope, with performances from UK pop acts Matt Terry and 5 After Midnight. The event, which officially marks the start of the festive season
Birmingham teachers tackle child anxiety
Teachers at Hallfield School in Edgbaston were, last week, educated on how to spot signs of anxiety and depression in their pupils. The school invited parent and Cognitive Behaviour Therapist Raj Bassi to run a workshop on Mental Health to give staff an understanding of what mental health disorders are how they can work with