Summer Holidays Special – Summer Festivals
Want to soak up a bit of festival atmosphere without leaving London? Here are a few of the (mostly free) pop-up festivals happening in the Capital this Summer (no camping equipment required, picnic blanket optional…).
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Summer Holidays Special – Children’s Theatre
There’s lots of really amazing children’s theatre to be had in London, but if you are put off by the West End ticket prices, here are some more affordable alternatives this Summer:
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Get ready for Summer: Holiday preview
The Summer holidays are fast approaching. Whether you are the type of parent who makes a spreadsheet of activities or prefer to wing it day by day, we’re previewing a few of the great things happening in London that you can either pre-book or just bear in mind for a last-minute day out. Watch out for new posts every day this week, packed with ideas for a fun-filled July and August.
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What’s on at the weekend? – 8, 9 July 2017
This weekend it’s all festivals, fêtes and fayres…
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Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
We’ve been to the Olympic Park lots of times since we first went during London 2012, but our most recent trip reminded me to write about it here.
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What’s on at half term? – 27 May to 4 June 2017
This half term week there’s lots happening around town to entertain the family. Here’s our pick of what’s on.
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What’s on at the weekend? – 20, 21 May 2017
This weekend let the toddlers takeover, go to an urban fete, imagine you’re in Sicily, or take in a literary festival for kids…
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What’s on at the weekend? – 13, 14 May 2017
This weekend there’s lots going on for kids in London. Will you choose a Spring Fair, Kite Flying, a Festival or two, skate and movie sessions, children’s theatre, or a parade?
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Robot Zoo at the Horniman Museum and Gardens
We’ve been very remiss in not posting our review of Robot Zoo sooner, but we were so busy making repeat trips to the Horniman Museum to see it that we just didn’t find time to share…
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National Army Museum
Before it closed for refurbishment the National Army Museum was one of our top picks for a day out due to its amazing soft play area. Now it’s back after an enormous facelift and we’ve been along to check it out.
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What’s on at the Bank Holiday weekend? – 29, 30 April and 1 May 2017
At a loose end this Bank Holiday weekend? Check out one of our picks…
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What’s on at the weekend? – 22, 23 April 2017
It’s the London Marathon this weekend. If you want to cheer the runners on (or want to avoid the crowds) you can see the spectator info and route maps here Otherwise, why not try one of these alternative weekend events:
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What’s on over Easter weekend? – 14 to 17 April 2017
It’s Easter weekend and there’s tons of fun to be had around the capital – albeit mostly involving chocolate in some form or other…
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What’s on at the weekend? – 8, 9 April 2017
This weekend see a giant snail doing circus tricks, visit wonderland, experience a Jurassic park, try digital dress up, and more…
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What’s on at the weekend? – 1, 2 April 2017
This weekend marks the start of the school holidays for some, and London is alive with child-friendly activities. Here are a select few:
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What’s on at the weekend? – 25, 26 March 2017
This weekend choose from floating puppet theatre, dinosaur dancing, playing with words, or a spot of graffiti…
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What’s on at the weekend? – 18 and 19 March 2017
This weekend you can celebrate the East End, St Patrick’s Day, visit a sculptural installation or a take in a children’s theatre show.
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What’s on at the weekend? – 11, 12 March 2017
This weekend, choose from family festivals, outdoor fun and a new museum…
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What’s on in half term? – 11 to 19 February 2017
Trying not to break the bank? We’ve picked out some free and low-cost suggestions for days out in London this half term…
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