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London Wildlife Trust

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Keep your little ones busy this October half term with a fantastic line up of free events across London to get the whole family outdoors together.

Activities at Woodberry Wetlands

Urban Nature Club – Fungi: Tuesday 29th October, 1-3pm

Nature Storytime: Thursday 31st October, 10:30-11:30am

Family Nature Discovery: Thursday 31st October, 1-3pm

SENsory Explorers: Sunday 3rd November, 11am-12pm

Activities at Camley Street Natural Park

Nature Storytime: Monday 28th October, 10:30 – 11:30am

Family Nature Discovery: Monday 28th October, 1-3pm

Urban Nature Club – fungi: Thursday 31st October, 1-3pm

Wonderful Wildlife Weekends: Sunday 3rd November, 1-3pm

Activities at Walthamstow Wetlands

Wonderful Wildlife Weekends: Sunday 27th October, 1-3pm

Urban Nature Club – fungi: Monday 28th October, 1-3pm

Nature Storytime: Tuesday 29th October, 10:30-11:30am

Family Nature Discovery: Tuesday 29th October, 1-3pm

Activities at Centre for Wildlife Gardening

These two events are only open to book for families living in Southwark.

Family Bushcraft: Monday 28th October, 10am-3pm

Family Bushcraft: Tuesday 29th October, 10am-3pm

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Penny McCarthy is a seasoned entrepreneur and co-founder of Parents News UK, a pioneering publication launched in 1993 to serve the needs of busy parents in Southwest London. Alongside her husband, Fergus McCarthy, Penny played a crucial role in the rapid expansion of the printed edition, which grew from a local startup to a widely circulated monthly publication with a reach of 192,000 copies across Kent, South London, and beyond. Under Penny’s leadership, Parents News quickly became a trusted resource for families, providing valuable information on education, entertainment, sports, and family-friendly events. Her vision helped the publication extend its influence with franchises in Northern Ireland and Cornwall, catering to a growing demand for accessible, family-oriented content. In 1997, recognising the importance of digital media, Penny spearheaded the launch of Parents News UK Online. The website initially mirrored the content of the printed editions and has since evolved into a comprehensive online resource for parents, achieving significant popularity with up to 700 daily hits. In 2017, the publication transitioned fully to an online platform, continuing to inform and engage families across the UK. Today, Penny remains deeply involved in the ongoing success of Parents News UK, focusing on innovative advertising opportunities and future growth plans. Her dedication to supporting families through accessible and practical content has made Parents News a cherished name in households across the country.

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