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
Free School Meals Trial Feeds 20,000 More Children
A new trial in England has successfully extended free school meals to 20,000 additional children from low-income families. This initiative is part of a pilot programme aimed at identifying and automatically enrolling previously unregistered eligible children, ensuring they receive essential nutritious meals during the school day. Free meals The scheme addresses gaps in the current
Ultimate Board Games Christmas Gift Guide 2024
Christmas is a time for family, laughter, and making memories, and there’s no better way to bring everyone together than with a good board game. Board games are perfect for all ages, helping to bridge generational gaps and spark friendly competition. They encourage creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork, making them a great activity for the whole
A Festive Wonderland for Paddington Fans
This Christmas, The Paddington Bear™ Experience transforms into a winter wonderland, complete with stunning decorations, including a magnificent 5.5-metre-tall Christmas tree. Visitors can enjoy seasonal treats such as gingerbread paws, mince pies, and Paddington-inspired orange hot chocolate, adding a deliciously festive touch to the day. Spanning over 26,000 square feet in the iconic County Hall
Justin’s Christmas Singalong: Mr Tumble comes to Winter Wonderland 2024
Parents, mark your calendars and get ready for a festive treat that will delight the entire family! Justin Fletcher, the beloved children’s TV superstar, is back by popular demand for Justin’s Christmas Singalong at Winter Wonderland 2024. Following sell-out performances last year, Justin is returning to spread festive cheer once again, and this is one
Kendamil infant formula shortage update 2024: New stock announced
Baby formula producer Kendamil recently announced a UK nationwide shortage of two of its most popular powder formulas due to soaring demand. Kendamil, produced by Kendal Nutricare on Mint Bridge Road in Kendal since 2015, is facing challenges in keeping up with the supply of its Classic and Organic powder formulas. As the only British-made
Top London family theatre picks for October half term
Many shows have added extra performances during half term, including Back To The Future The Musical, Disney’s The Lion King, Mamma Mia!, Matilda The Musical, Mrs. Doubtfire, The Play That Goes Wrong, Starlight Express and Wicked Plus, enjoy exciting shows especially created for children at Polka Theatre, nominated for the UK’s Most Welcoming Theatre Award
Liam Payne death: How to help children cope with grief
Helping children navigate grief following the loss of a celebrity, such as One Direction’s Liam Payne, can be especially challenging. When a public figure passes away, the grief can feel distant yet deeply personal, especially for fans who may have followed their life closely. Here are some key ways to support children through this difficult
National Get Smart About Credit Day
Thursday 17th October, is National Get Smart About Credit Day – a day that encourages everyone, particularly young people, to gain responsible credit habits. Sound financial management should be taught at a young age, and proper financial education is lacking across the UK. Tom Eyre, Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Loqbox: “National Get Smart About Credit
Top 7 October Half Term Narrowboat Holidays
Narrowboats are like floating holiday cottages, with everything holiday-makers need for a self-catering family adventure afloat. Essential home comforts on board include central heating, hot water, TV, showers, flushing toilets, and most now have WiFi too. Drifters offers the choice of over 500 narrowboats available to hire from 40 bases across England, Wales and Scotland.
Top 5 Different Days Out in Half-term
Barbie: The Exhibition 2024 © Jo Underhill for the Design Museum Barbie®: The Exhibition at the Design Museum A major exhibition celebrating the 65th anniversary of Barbie® in 2024 showcases the design evolution of one of the world’s most famous dolls. Featuring over 250 iconic objects, visitors can explore rare, unique, and innovative dolls dating
Blenheim Palace announce haunted half term lineup
Family fun at Blenheim Palace this October: Pumpkin decorating, storytelling, a family circus show, mesmerising fire performances and more! Get ready for an unforgettable half term experience at Blenheim Palace, where families can enjoy a range of eerily exciting activities from Monday 26th October to Sunday 3rd November. From pumpkin decorating to captivating storytelling and
Multimac’s Road Coat: A Must-Have for Winter Car Journeys
As a mum juggling school runs, safety is always a top priority. With the weather turning colder, I was relieved to discover Multimac’s new Road Multimac, a trusted name in child seat technology, has really thought of everything with this innovative product. Safety Comes First Like many parents, I’ve often bundled my children up in
Plan your perfect event or party with Poptop
Organising an event can be daunting, but Poptop makes it easy. Whether you’re planning a birthday party, wedding, or corporate gathering, this UK-based platform offers a one-stop solution. Poptop connects you with top suppliers for entertainment, catering, venues, and more – all tailored to your specific needs. Make your Christmas party unforgettable With Christmas just
Blade & Rose Halloween Baby Clothes Review
Blade & Rose’s Spooky Skeleton baby leggings and top from their Halloween collection offer the perfect blend of fun, comfort, and practicality for your little one this spooky season. The black-and-white design, complete with bones and skulls, makes for an adorable yet spooky outfit—ideal for Halloween nights or themed playdates. These leggings are crafted from
Amazon’s October Prime Day Starts Tomorrow – Don’t Miss Out on Huge Deals!
Amazon’s highly anticipated October Prime Day is back, starting tomorrow and promising to deliver incredible discounts across a wide range of products. The event, known officially as Prime Big Deal Days, runs for 48 hours and offers exclusive savings for Amazon Prime members. With Christmas just around the corner, this is the perfect opportunity for
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
Why Mobility Scooters Can Make Family Life Easier
Mobility scooters may not have been popular in the past, but they are now well-appreciated as functional mobility devices, especially for parents and caregivers with mobility restrictions. These scooters promote freedom of movement and, hence, the ability to carry out many routine activities and participate in family events, thereby enhancing the lives of both parents
Modern Parties for Kids
For parties, forget sausage rolls, modern kids want theme parks and sushi platters If you have fond memories of classic party games like pass the parcel and enjoying sausage rolls at children’s birthday parties, you may need to think again. New research has revealed that these traditional favourites are quickly becoming things of the past.
London Christmas lights 2024
London is renowned for its spectacular Christmas lights, with several key areas transforming into festive wonderlands throughout the city. Oxford Street One of the most famous displays is on Oxford Street, where the lights will be switched on from November 5th, 2024, illuminating the popular shopping street with thousands of twinkling bulbs. Nearby, Regent Street