We’re all big Harry Potter fans in this household so you can imagine our joy when we heard the news about the Studio tours at Leavesden opening up. Christmas at Harry Potter Studios is was our first experience of the tour and we’ve been lucky enough to go a further time as well in the […]
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It has to be one of my favourite places in Cornwall – St Ives. I’m not sure quite what appealed to me about this place rather than many of the other villages in the area, but there’s something quite special about it. It has a great vibe, small enough to walk round on foot and […]
When thinking about what to do in London with kids, museums often top the bill. These are my favourite and best London museums for kids and what makes them even more special is that they are all free admission! I’ve also given you some picture book suggestions to make your trips even more special – […]
London is a great city for teenagers with lots to do and bucket loads of history. These 12 cool things to do in London for teens will keep everyone happy without being too young, too boring, but still being loads of fun. In this list of places to go in London with teenagers I’ve […]
London can be an expensive city, even more so when visiting with kids. Finding the best budget family accommodation in London requires a bit of research, but it can definitely be done! Read on and find out some great budget hotel recommendations, where to search for apartments and other options. Budget family accommodation in […]
November saw us returning to the UK. We spent a month cat sitting in London for a couple who also does house sitting as well. What they do is arrange to house sit somewhere else in the world and then get sitters in for their cat – sounded like a great plan! I’ve been wanting […]
There are many children’s books about London from simple picture books to chapter books. If you’re travelling to London with your family, get your kids excited about your upcoming trip with some books about the city! My favourite children’s books set in London I’m a big believer of getting the kids learning about the places we travel to way before […]
Travelling with teens can be a little tricky. You can scour the blogs and online guides for things to do with kids and they might not be what a teen might be interested in. Either too childish or not pitched at the right level. Ours love history and learning but also appreciate a bit of […]
Remember remember the fifth of November Gunpowder, treason and plot. I see no reason why gunpowder, treason Should ever be forgot… A friend and I were discussing purely British celebrations the other week and we came up with Guy Fawkes Night and nothing else. Do we have any other events that we only celebrate […]
We love going to the capital city so here’s my top tips for a kids day out in London! We live about 150 miles from London and always used to feel incredibly jealous of our friends who lived closer and could take day trips in and take advantage of museums and educational days. One day I […]
