
Roadschooling: 5 common mistakes
Expert advice for success in roadschooling It is growing in popularity as more families embrace the flexibility of combining travel with education. However, education experts warn that mistakes can easily happen, hindering your child’s progress. Here are the top five errors roadschooling parents often make and how to avoid them, as advised by Legacy Online

WonderFold can make Christmas magical
It’s time to find the perfect Christmas gift for your family. If you’re searching for something special that combines fun, practicality, and creates lasting memories, WonderFold has you covered. This premium family wagon brand, complete with accessories and toys, makes an unforgettable gift for all ages. Why the stroller wagon is the gift that keeps

How to Help Bumblebees Survive their Winter Hibernation
As the days get colder and the nights grow longer, Dr Emily Lambert from disruptive wildflower company Seedball has given her top tips to help bumblebees survive their winter hibernation. Conservation scientists Emily and Dr Ana Attlee founded Seedball over a decade ago and have been passionate advocates for rewilding the UK ever since. Emily

Lewisham Shopping Centre Spooktacular free, Halloween crafts
Craft Halloween decorations at half term in Lewisham Shopping Centre Lewisham Shopping Centre is bringing spooky cheer to families with free Halloween craft workshops during the October half term. Running on Wednesday 30th and Thursday 31st October, these drop-in sessions promise to keep kids entertained from 10:30am to 4:30pm. Children of all ages can join

Government to ban single-use vapes by June 2025
New law curbs waste and protects young people from vapes The Government has announced a ban on single-use vapes, set to come into force on 1 June 2025. This aims to tackle the growing environmental damage caused by disposable vapes, and the UK’s litter problem. A growing environmental concern of vapes Currently, people throw away

Travel to European Christmas market by Train
Christmas is approaching fast! And families all over the UK are taking to Europe to find the top Christmas markets. However, with travel becoming more expensive around the holiday period in the lead-up to Christmas, some may wonder how they can make it to the best markets on a budget. With searches rising 32% for

Eden Camp Spooktacular Halloween fun
Spooktacular Halloween fun at Eden Camp this half-term A fun-filled Halloween experience for all the family in Yorkshire Get ready for a Halloween half-term adventure at Eden Camp Modern History Museum, where history meets spooky family fun! Perfect for children of all ages, this exciting event offers a mix of hands-on workshops, thrilling activities, and

Brighton Marina Announces Return of Halloween Flashmob this Half Term
Brighton Marina has revealed several activities taking place this October half term, offering guests the chance to immerse themselves in the Halloween festivities. Following its success in 2023, the Halloween flashmob will be making a return on Thursday, October 31st, with a Beetlejuice-themed dance in partnership with Marina Studios. The free event will take place from

Explore Hidden London Underground with the family
Discover London’s secret Tube stations Families can now join the Hidden London tours and explore disused Tube stations and secret Underground areas. Previously only open to children aged 14 and over, this exciting opportunity is now available to those aged 10 and above, offering a new family-friendly experience. Exclusive guided tours of Hidden London history

Family-friendly Activities for half-term week 2024
Kids’ Roasts at Duvale’s, Riverside East East London has a brand new Sunday roast – and it comes with unlimited Yorkshire puddings! As part of his recently launched residency at Riverside East in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Chef Jamie Duvale (previously worked with Gordon Ramsay and Claude Bosi) has added a mouthwatering Sunday roast to

Tim Burton’s fantastical world at the Design Museum
The Design Museum in London opens its doors to the highly anticipated World of Tim Burton exhibition from 25 October 2024. The exhibition offers a deep dive into the extraordinary creative universe of the celebrated director. It showcases his extensive works in partnership with Harvey Nichols. Tim Burton: 600 artefacts and iconic costumes For the

National Adoption Service for Wales
The National Adoption Service for Wales (NAS) marks its 10-year anniversary this National Adoption Week (21-27 October), celebrating a decade of bringing families together. Since its establishment in 2014, NAS has transformed adoption services in Wales. They have placed over 3,000 children with 2,300 families and providing vital support throughout the adoption journey. A modern

Classical music with My First Story Orchestra books
Introduce your child to classical music Parents introduce their little ones to the magic of classical music will love My First Story Orchestra books. Beautifully illustrated board books perfect for children aged 0-3 and are part of the best-selling The Story Orchestra series. The series has already sold over 1 million copies worldwide. My First
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