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The UK’s Best Free-entry Pumpkin Patches to visit this Half-term!

Penny McCarthy October 27, 2025 No Comments

Best buys Christmas Featured

6 Unique Christmas Gifts That Will Seriously Impress in 2025, Gift Ideas for Him, Her & Teens

Penny McCarthy October 26, 2025 No Comments

Featured Things to do

Lyric Hammersmith Theatre Announces Exciting 2026 Little Lyric Family Programme and New Club Little Lyric Ticket Scheme

Penny McCarthy October 23, 2025 No Comments

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The Elmer Adventure

Penny McCarthy October 22, 2025 No Comments

Days out guides Featured Things to do

Whipsnade Zoo Tickets for a tenner this October Half-term 

Penny McCarthy October 22, 2025 No Comments

Kelly’s Dance Studio

Penny McCarthy April 11, 2017 No Comments

Kelly’s Dance Studio is passionate about all forms of dance. They offer classes in a variety of styles for children…

Dinosaur World at Richmond Theatre

Penny McCarthy April 11, 2017 No Comments

Fri 21 Apr – Sun 23 Apr Dinosaur World: A brand new mind-expanding Jurassic adventure, live on stage! Do you…

Sadler’s Wells Easter

Penny McCarthy April 11, 2017 No Comments

Join Sadler’s Wells this Easter for their annual mini festival Family Weekend. They take over the building with an exciting…

Disney, Nickelodeon and Marvel bedding

Penny McCarthy April 11, 2017 No Comments

Rogue One – Star Wars is taking the world by storm and Rogue One is no different. All the main…

Surrey Easter Fun

Penny McCarthy April 10, 2017 No Comments

Go wild in Surrey this Easter and uncover the nature on your doorstep RSPB Connecting with Nature report revealed that…

Easter Treats in Essex

Penny McCarthy April 10, 2017 No Comments

Colchester Zoo This Easter join Colchester Zoo for a day the whole family will enjoy! As you walk around the…

Family treats for Easter in the South

Penny McCarthy April 10, 2017 No Comments

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard Our all attraction tickets saves visitors up to 85% when they visit Portsmouth Historic Dockyard this Easter.…

Royal Academy of Dance

Penny McCarthy April 7, 2017 No Comments

Easter Holiday Dance Round up for Kids Easter School, Birmingham (9 – 13 April) Students aged 10-18 studying RAD Grade…

Easter in London

Penny McCarthy April 7, 2017 No Comments

Easter at Battersea Power Station Come down to Circus West Village for exciting activities and events for all the family.…

How Having a Dog Helps Children Feel Less Anxious

Penny McCarthy April 7, 2017 No Comments

Adolescence is the most sensitive life period for every child, and during this time, kids are prone to anxieties and…

Books & Puzzle

Penny McCarthy March 28, 2017 No Comments

Annie’s Grannies in Decorating Disaster’ Annie is a normal 10 year old girl. Her parents often go away to do…

Children Fashion

Penny McCarthy March 27, 2017 No Comments

Fun in the Sun. Blade & Rose. Britain’s iconic children’s fashion brand, are getting babes everywhere ready for sunshine this…

6 Activities That You Can Enjoy With Your Children

Penny McCarthy March 25, 2017 No Comments

I find myself reminiscing sometimes of adventures way back when, before my children arrived. The freedom I was afforded, the…

Homeless Dog: Honey

Penny McCarthy March 22, 2017 No Comments

Dogs come and go every day at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home, finding new homes with loving families. In 2016,…

Vitamin D and why it is important for parents.

Penny McCarthy March 21, 2017 No Comments

What is Vitamin D and why it is important? There is a growing interest around Vitamin D and its effects…

Spoilt Your Mother

Penny McCarthy March 21, 2017 No Comments

iBeani Treat your mum to something special this Mother’s Day. Fashionable. UK manufactured bean bag will hold iPads, tablets and…

Mother’s Day

Penny McCarthy March 20, 2017 No Comments

BATH Take Time For Two at The Gainsborough Bath Spa Take time out to spend with Mum at one of…

Some of our ducklings are missing

Penny McCarthy March 17, 2017 No Comments

Join in the GIANT Easter duck hunt at WWT London Wetland Centre Duck Hunt: Some of the ducklings are missing.·

Family Holiday: Wildlife at Fingringhoe

Penny McCarthy March 17, 2017 No Comments

Appreciating Wildlife at Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve in Essex Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve was established in 1961, and it’s the…

Beauty Products

Penny McCarthy March 17, 2017 No Comments

Beauty Products: NEW LIMITED EDITION SCAR CARE KIT FROM BIO-OIL Bio-Oil Scar Care Kit on sale £15.99, Boots and Boots.com…

THE RARE BREEDS CENTRE

Penny McCarthy March 17, 2017 No Comments

EASTER FUN AND FROLICS AT THE RARE BREEDS CENTRE With the warmer weather approaching we are reminded that Easter is…

Mobile Phones

Penny McCarthy March 16, 2017 No Comments

Love them hate them or purely addicted most people have them! So how can we get more from our mobiles?…

March What’s On

Penny McCarthy March 2, 2017 No Comments

KENT Kent Life Bugs and Grubs Weekend 11-12 March. Pull on your wellies and get up close to nature as…

Health Tech

Penny McCarthy February 28, 2017 No Comments

Shortlisted entries will feature at new Design Museum An exciting process of reviewing entries and a great deal of discussion,…

Depression & Anxiety. Sports People too!

Penny McCarthy February 23, 2017 No Comments

Sports people are talking about depression & anxiety. Rugby World Cup winner Nolli Waterman has spoken about #LiftTheWeight https://youtu.b I…

Ways to Keep School Uniforms Creative

Penny McCarthy February 22, 2017 No Comments

It can be difficult for schools with a dress code policy to strike a balance between a fun and functional…

Hands on Learning in Schools, Why is it Important?

Penny McCarthy February 22, 2017 No Comments

Alex Dalton, Managing Director of woodworking machinery specialists Daltons Wadkin, takes a look at the importance of hands on learning,…

Explore the outdoors as a family

Penny McCarthy February 21, 2017 No Comments

Family time is extremely precious – Once families go their separate ways and children grow up, it can be increasingly…

Stay Away From Acne In Adolescence

Penny McCarthy February 20, 2017 No Comments

When we were kids, we wish to grow up fast and want to do all the things done by adults.…

Sibling Rivalry by Tracey Ramsden

Penny McCarthy February 20, 2017 No Comments

Not many of us can say we have escaped the nightmare that is sibling rivalry, either personally or with our…

Safety of Children in Sport

Penny McCarthy February 16, 2017 No Comments

Sport Safety for children. “Hey you! ‘ed de ball!” I grew up (many years ago) playing football every day on…

Half Term Events

Penny McCarthy February 10, 2017 No Comments

Gastro Science Delves into the Bodies of Astronauts this February Half Term Discover the world of space gastronomy, events around…

More Halfterm Events

Penny McCarthy February 10, 2017 No Comments

YORKSHIRE Wensleydale Cheese Experience The Wensleydale Creamery, based at Hawes in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, is welcoming families…

My Doodles

Penny McCarthy February 8, 2017 No Comments

My Doodles have created a range of friendly characters and handy accessories. Unleash children’s imagination and make everyday things more…

How to Get the Kids Cleaning This Half Term

Penny McCarthy February 8, 2017 No Comments

Half term for schools is looming around the corner. While teachers may be looking forward to some much-needed relaxation time,…

New dementia-friendly Walk

Penny McCarthy February 2, 2017 No Comments

Maidstone Borough Council has launched a new dementia-friendly walk in Mote Park. Opened by Councillor David Pickett 31st January. Attended…

FREE travel to Lee Valley Park

Penny McCarthy February 2, 2017 No Comments

Curious and creative primary school children from across the south-east are invited to take part in a special Find 50…

Books for All!

Penny McCarthy January 24, 2017 No Comments

National Storytelling Week 21 Jan – 01 Feb National Storytelling week celebrates the oral tradition of storytelling, the original way…

Returning to work with confidence

Penny McCarthy January 6, 2017 No Comments

by Clinical Psychologist, Deborah Golend Life’s experiences can knock our confidence. Difficult times such as bereavements often make us feel…

10 Ways to Create a Strong Bond with your Kids

Penny McCarthy January 4, 2017 No Comments

Creating a strong bond with your kids is every parent’s dream. Some people say that spending time with children when…

How To Help Your Child Deal With Bereavement

Penny McCarthy January 3, 2017 No Comments

By Damsons, the future planning specialists. Saying goodbye to a loved one is never easy, especially for children, who may…

Harlequins Rugby Union Day Out

Penny McCarthy January 3, 2017 No Comments

Rugby Big Game 9 Harlequins Rugby Union Day Out. Harlequins vs Gloucester. We went to review this game on 27…

The National Lollipopper Awards

Penny McCarthy December 12, 2016 No Comments

A celebration promoting the amazing Lollipop men and woman across the UK. To coincide with this special day Churchill Insurance,…

The Christmas market in Freiburg

Penny McCarthy December 7, 2016 No Comments

A short train journey from Euro Parks is the town of Freiburg. The 44th year of Freiburg Christmas Markets for…

Christmas Thrills and Traditions at Europa-Park, Germany

Penny McCarthy December 7, 2016 No Comments

We have reviewed this area of Germany to help you create a special treat this Christmas time with our magical…

There is Sense in the Sandpit:

Penny McCarthy December 2, 2016 No Comments

How Sensory Play Develops the Nervous System Play – in particular, sensory or exploratory play – is the vital ingredient…

How to Keep Children Fit and Healthy During Winter

Penny McCarthy November 25, 2016 No Comments

Daniel Goddard, Manager of one of the UK’s leading sports equipment suppliers, Stadia Sports, discusses a few tips and trick…

Christmas Lights

Penny McCarthy November 22, 2016 No Comments

Christmas lights have been tuned on all over the country so now’s the time for us to sort out our…

Christmas Bazaar

Penny McCarthy November 21, 2016 No Comments

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SW London & Surrey Nov-Dec 2016 issue

Penny McCarthy November 9, 2016 No Comments

SW London & Surrey Nov-Dec 2016 issue on-line Parents News exactly as printed and sent home in book bags from…

London South, E-Surrey,W-Kent Nov-Dec16

Penny McCarthy November 9, 2016 No Comments

London South, E-Surrey&W-Kent Nov-Dec 2016 Here is the London South edition. It was printed and sent home in book bags…

Kent Nov-Dec 2016 on-line

Penny McCarthy November 9, 2016 No Comments

Kent November-December 2016 on-line exactly as printed and sent home in book bags from Kent schools and nurseries: ·

Christmas shows

Penny McCarthy November 4, 2016 No Comments

Best Ever Christmas Show A big, brilliant, fun-filled festive extravaganza with songs, snow and of course Santa. It’s Christmas Eve,…

Christmas Foodies Festival Competition

Penny McCarthy November 4, 2016 No Comments

Jane Devonshire, MasterChef Winner 2016, shares her secrets for creating the perfect Christmas, and is joined on stage by fellow…

Parents News Primigi Shoe Review

Penny McCarthy November 2, 2016 No Comments

STYLE (EN) 6128277 boys’ sneakers These trainer boots had my five-year-old at ‘flashing lights’. He was thrilled with his light-up…

International Horse Show Competition

Penny McCarthy November 1, 2016 No Comments

A chance to win a pair of tickets to Olympia International Horse Show, for the Friday evening 16 December 2016…

Helping our hedgehogs this autumn

Penny McCarthy October 28, 2016 No Comments

As Guy Fawkes’ night approaches, Horsham-based international wildlife charity the Born Free Foundation is reminding people to check for hedgehogs…

Halloween Weekend

Penny McCarthy October 28, 2016 No Comments

The Tower of London Creepy Capital Venturing towards the cackling capital will not leave budding ghostbusters disappointed. The Tower of…

Trick or Treat Guide

Penny McCarthy October 25, 2016 No Comments

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Halloween Magic & Trickery

Penny McCarthy October 20, 2016 No Comments

Box of Shocks Halloween fun. This Box of Shocks for 8 years up (£19.99) is guaranteed to make you Scream…

Enjoy Halloween Horrors

Penny McCarthy October 12, 2016 No Comments

Spooktacular Products for Halloween. Sticker Robots, Vampires & Zombies – brand new sticker packs from SRK just in time for…

October Half Term at Brooklands Museum

Penny McCarthy October 12, 2016 No Comments

‘Race, Fly, Draw and Drive’ this October Half Term at Brooklands Museum 24th– 28th October 2016 A bonanza of brilliant…

SW London & Surrey October 2016 issue

Penny McCarthy October 6, 2016 No Comments

SW London & Surrey October 2016 issue on-line Parents News exactly as printed and sent home in book bags from…

Kent October 2016 on-line

Penny McCarthy October 6, 2016 No Comments

Kent October 2016 on-line exactly as printed and sent home in book bags from Kent schools and nurseries: ·

London South, E-Surrey,W-Kent Oct16

Penny McCarthy October 6, 2016 No Comments

London South, E-Surrey&W-Kent Oct 2016 Here is the London South edition. It was printed and sent home in book bags…

Organic Dubble Trubble

Penny McCarthy October 6, 2016 No Comments

Celebrity hair colourist Daniel Galvin Jr had a dual purpose for creating the brand Dubble Trubble. Firstly as a means…

Jungle Book Afternoon Tea

Penny McCarthy September 20, 2016 No Comments

Inspired by Mowgli’s adventures in Rudyard Kipling’s classic St. James’ Court, A Taj Hotel, London has launched a Jungle Book…

Little Learners Day Nurseries

Penny McCarthy September 7, 2016 No Comments

Little Learners Day Nurseries Three locations: West Croydon, Purley, and South Croydon Little Learners Day Nurseries aim to provide high…

SW London & Surrey September 2016 issue

Penny McCarthy September 7, 2016 No Comments

SW London & Surrey September 2016 issue on-line exactly as printed and sent home in book bags from schools and…

London South, E-Surrey&W-Kent September 2016 on-line

Penny McCarthy September 7, 2016 No Comments

London South, East-Surrey&W-Kent September 2016 on-line exactly as printed and sent home in book bags from schools and nurseries: ·

Kent September 2016 on-line

Penny McCarthy September 7, 2016 No Comments

Kent September 2016 on-line exactly as printed and sent home in book bags from schools and nurseries: ·

Books For All

Penny McCarthy September 5, 2016 No Comments

NatureWatch Simon King NatureWatch is the ultimate guide to watching British wildlife, from renowned naturalist and TV presenter Simon King.…

Children’s Books

Penny McCarthy September 5, 2016 No Comments

Pugs of the Frozen North by Philip Reeve and Sarah McIntyre and Emily MacKenzie’s Stanley the Amazing Knitting Cat have…

Take Concussion Seriously

Penny McCarthy August 24, 2016 No Comments

Professor Gareth Morgan is Medical Director and Consultant Paediatrician at The Children’s Trust, a charity that provides specialist rehabilitation to…

Great family days out this summer with Fantastic British Food Festivals

Penny McCarthy August 19, 2016 No Comments

Fantastic British Food Festivals celebrate independent food and drink producers in stunning locations across the South of England including Bodiam…

Top tips on going to big school

Penny McCarthy August 19, 2016 No Comments

With the end of summer fast-approaching, children and parents alike will be considering back to school. While there is often…

Five Easy Ways To Improve Your Eye Sight Naturally

Penny McCarthy August 19, 2016 No Comments

Vision is one of the most invaluable senses for all people, and for parents, this sense if particularly crucial. Parents…

SUMMER SCIENCE CLUB at Brooklands Museum

Penny McCarthy August 16, 2016 No Comments

SUMMER SCIENCE CLUB at Brooklands Museum 22nd – 25th August Boys and girls aged 10-14 should NOT miss this great…

What’s On Greater London

Penny McCarthy August 5, 2016 No Comments

The Bentall Centre Brings Stories to Life This summer, The Bentall Centre invites children to let their imaginations run wild…

10 fun and affordable things to do in London with the kids

Penny McCarthy August 1, 2016 No Comments

Summer in the city can be frustrating for parents and carers who want to keep their kids entertained and a…

SW London & Surrey July/Aug 2016 issue on-line

Penny McCarthy July 8, 2016 No Comments

SW London & Surrey July/Aug 2016 issue on-line exactly as printed and sent home in book bags from schools and…

London South, E-Surrey&W-Kent July/Aug 2016 on-line

Penny McCarthy July 8, 2016 No Comments

London South, East-Surrey&W-Kent July/Aug 2016 on-line exactly as printed and sent home in book bags from schools and nurseries: ·

Kent July/Aug 2016 on-line

Penny McCarthy July 8, 2016 No Comments

Kent July/Aug 2016 on-line exactly as printed and sent home in book bags from schools and nurseries: ·

Charlie and The Chocolate Factory Workshop

Penny McCarthy July 5, 2016 No Comments

Charlie and The Chocolate Factory Workshop. Monday 25th July to Thursday 28th July 2016 – 10am to 4pm daily.·

UNLOCKING YOUR CHILD’S MUSICAL MIND

Penny McCarthy June 30, 2016 No Comments

By Caroline Crabbe, General Manager at Jo Jingles (www.jojingles.com) Encouraging your child to enjoy music is a great way to…

Top 10 New Products for the Family

Penny McCarthy June 28, 2016 No Comments

Rubber Wonderbroom from JML The only broom you’ll never need! Whether it’s indoors or outdoors, wet or dry, the Rubber…

10 Ways To Keep Fit With Your Kids And Have Fun This Summer

Penny McCarthy June 23, 2016 No Comments

Summer is one of the easiest times of the year to keep fit as a family and have fun, it’s…

5 lifestyle changes you can make right now to beat the bulge

Penny McCarthy June 23, 2016 No Comments

Summer is here, although we are yet to see it, and soon that holiday you have been looking forward to…

Planning Your First Family Fishing Trip

Penny McCarthy June 10, 2016 No Comments

Fishing is a great way to spend time with the family, encourage the kids to get outdoors, and is an…

Father’s Day Gifts

Penny McCarthy June 1, 2016 No Comments

Father’s Day Sunday 19th June is just around the corner, so make sure to treat any father figure in your…

Experience an Unforgettable Family Adventure With These Five Greek Island Activities

Penny McCarthy May 31, 2016 1 Comment

The Greek Islands are alive with people, culture, history, and natural beauty. Attracting visitors from across the globe, millions flock…

Half Term

Penny McCarthy May 27, 2016 No Comments

Join the Great British Bee Count – a fun, free activity for half term Help your kids discover more about…

Skin Care

Penny McCarthy May 24, 2016 No Comments

Natural based products for people who suffer from Eczema or Psoriasis Born out of a fathers’ love to ensure his…

Half-Term Teddington Pools & Fitness Centre

Penny McCarthy May 23, 2016 No Comments

Swimming lessons Regular swimming lessons and learn to swim courses are offered at Teddington Pools & Fitness Centre throughout the…

Wetland Centre-London

Penny McCarthy May 23, 2016 No Comments

Pirate Treasure Hunt at WWT London Wetland Centre 28 May – 5 June, 10am – 4pm Ahoy there shipmates! Help…

Half-Term Swim – Kingfisher Kingston

Penny McCarthy May 22, 2016 No Comments

Intensive holiday swim lesson. Give your kids swimming a boost with intensive swim lessons at the kingfisher this school holidays.·

What’s On Half-Term & June 2016 UK

Penny McCarthy May 20, 2016 No Comments

Take a Voyage of Discovery on HMS Belfast this summer Opening hours: 10am – 6pm. Last entry an hour before…

Smash Meals On-The-Go

Penny McCarthy May 20, 2016 No Comments

Smash Nude Food Movers have launched an innovative range of Cup Movers for all kinds of meals on-the-go. The range…

Chickenshed at the Old Vic

Penny McCarthy May 20, 2016 No Comments

Chickenshed is so excited to be bringing its hugely popular children’s show, Tales from the Shed to the Old Vic…

FORMER LION FINDS HIS FEET

Penny McCarthy May 17, 2016 No Comments

Former World Cup winner Mike Tindall found retirement a struggle at first. Nowadays he’s working on his golf game, and…

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