About The Very Young Person’s Guide to Christmas Carols
Join Arthur and Holly on an adventure to save Christmas accompanied by 10 sound clips of beloved carols. Learn about the music and stories of Christmas carols in the third book of The Very Young Person’s Guide To… series. “A magical new way to enjoy some of the best festive carols – fun, interactive, and
DIY Baby Halloween Costumes 2024
Halloween is just around the corner, and if you’re a parent, you’re probably already thinking about how to dress up your little one for their first (or perhaps second) spooky season. But instead of heading to the store, why not create a DIY costume that’s both unique and budget-friendly? Here are some charming and easy-to-make
Christmas is Coming to Covent Garden
Covent Garden, one of London’s most iconic festive destinations, is set to dazzle once again as it gears up for Christmas 2024. Tuesday, 12th November has been confirmed as the launch date for the highly anticipated Christmas lights switch-on, marking the start of the neighbourhood’s seven-week celebration packed with festive events, decorations, and activities. Following
Aldi Wooden Toy Event: Everything You Need To Know
Parents, mark your calendars! Aldi’s highly anticipated Wooden Toy Event returns on Thursday, 10th October, offering a stunning selection of beautifully crafted toys that are perfect for little ones. These traditional wooden toys not only provide endless hours of fun but also encourage imaginative play and creativity. As always, Aldi offers these premium toys at
Warren House Hotel
Ist’s Time for Spooky Fun! For a frightfully delicious experience with their Spider-Themed Halloween Afternoon Tea, available for just 10 days! ? Sip on the special Halloween cocktails and enjoy a unique, spooky twist on your favourite treats. Don’t miss out on this limited-time, ghoulishly good offer – book your table today! ??? 25th October-3rd
Fantastic Family-friendly Shows
The Paddington Bear Experience London County Hall Created by The Path Entertainment Group in collaboration with The Copyrights Group (a STUDIOCANAL company) and Lionsgate, Copyrights’ agent for experiences, this unique and fun-filled multi-sensory interactive adventure featuring Paddington and the beloved Brown family, will span more than 26,000 square feet of London County Hall on the Southbank. Visitors are
The Ice Rink and Winterland to return to Bluewater this Christmas
Bluewater has announced that its Christmas activities, the Ice Rink and Winterland, are set to return for Christmas 2024. The Ice Rink, in partnership with Sonic the Hedgehog 3, in cinemas December 21, will return from 12th November until Sunday 5th January 2025, whereas Winterland will be open from Saturday 9th November until Sunday 12th
The Best Gift Ideas For all the Family
The Photo Creator Instant Camera, £52.50 from Argos Capture and create with the stylish Photo Creator Instant Camera, With its 12-megapixel lens, 3″ screen, and fun filters, you can print and personalize over 250 instant prints. Whether snapping selfies or recording videos, this retro camera is packed with features like a selfie lens, shutter timer,
Sunshine, sand and spa treatments tempt families to the Algarve for half-term holidays
Sunshine, sand and spa treatments tempt families to the Algarve for half-term holidays With the October half-term break approaching fast, families keen to top up on vitamin D are looking to the sunshine of the Algarve – and it’s easy to see why. October in the UK means plenty of rain and wind, with temperatures
Bluey and Gabbie Christmas Gifts
Bluey Shake up the season Shake it Bluey RRP: £21.99 AGE: 3-6 years Shake It Bluey and join the festive fun with everyone’s favourite pup! Play with Bluey as she guides you through an exciting game full of silly actions and challenges. Press her nose to make him sneeze, wave her right arm, turn her
VTech’s must-have Christmas Gifts for 2024
Make this holiday season unforgettable with VTech’s amazing lineup of top Christmas gifts! From interactive learning toys to creative gadgets, there’s something for every little one on your list. Whether it’s the perfect present for budding explorers or imaginative creators, VTech has you covered with exciting options that inspire fun and learning. So, grab your
New Flights Make Winter Breaks to Malaysia & Thailand Easier Than Ever
UK travellers looking for winter sun need look no further than YTL Hotels, with new flight routes and codeshare agreements making the group’s award-winning resorts and hotels in Malaysia and Thailand more accessible than ever. From 28th October 2024, UK travellers can enjoy seamless journeys with a single ticket booking from Gatwick via Bangkok to
The Watercress Line Heritage Railway partner for ‘Let Me In’ Accessibility Programme
Treloar pupils visit The Watercress Line. Photo credit: Stephen Morley. The Watercress Line Heritage Railway recently hosted seven students from Treloar School as part of their ‘Let Me In’ programme, which focuses on improving accessibility in public spaces. During their visit, the students assessed accessibility features at the railway station and reviewed the design plans
Remote working may lead to dog behaviour issues
Nick Jones MA, who has handled over 2,000 dog behaviour cases, warns that owners working remotely may unintentionally cause their pets to develop over-dependence. With more than a third of UK workers now working from home, this issue has become more prevalent since the pandemic. Why homeworking affects dogs Before COVID-19, only 4.7% of UK
Top 10 Most Instagrammable Pumpkin Patches to Visit This October 2024
Photo: Cotswold Farm Park As autumn paints the landscape with warm hues, it’s the perfect time to embrace the outdoors and immerse yourself in nature’s beauty. October invites us to explore vibrant pumpkin patches, where the air is crisp, and the scenery is bursting with colour. With this in mind, the houseplant experts at Beards
Súper Chefs tours the UK this autumn
Súper Chefs, an exciting bilingual Latin American show, will tour the UK this October and November. With performances in London, Bristol, Cambridge, Sheffield, Merseyside, Birmingham, and York, this unique production offers families an entertaining blend of food, music, and culture. A fun and educational show for families Súper Chefs is designed for children aged 4-8
First Christmas Gifts
From gifts that are perfect for a first Christmas to adorable nursery toys, Little Big Friends have an adorable selection of toys, perfect for the festive season. With a variety of magical worlds including a jungle, farm, forest and ocean, there are endless possibilities of play and presents for any child. Festive friends! Ocean Playmat
Festive Favourites for Christmas
Even the most excited children on Christmas Eve will sleep soundly until Christmas morning with Cloud B. With a magical collection of nightlights, storytellers, and sleep aids, your little ones will step into a world of tranquillity and calm, where every night becomes a new adventure waiting to unfold. From cuddly and cosy friends to
Snowdonia Space Centre
Showcase space technology development The Snowdonia Space Centre showcases its exciting Space Technology Test Centre (STTC) progress on 8th and 9th October. Llanbedr Airfield, Snowdonia, welcomes local students to explore STEM and space-based activities. They will learn about the centre’s latest developments. The site received £820,000 from the UK Space Agency’s (UKSA) Space Cluster Infrastructure
Perfect Presents for any Child with any Hobby.
From cooking, to music, to a whole array of learning games, Speedy Monkey is jam packed with perfect presents for any child with any hobby. A stunning range of aesthetically pleasing, FSC certified wooden toys that encourage imaginative play, Speedy Monkey toys are must-haves when it comes to gifting this Christmas time. Plus, they don’t
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