I am chuffed to have had the chance to chat to the iconic EnglishrockbandThe Zombies who Still Got That Hunger.Music from the 60s still has so much appeal. I have always tried to understand why and the best explanation came from one of the protagonists of the 60s music scene, Colin Blunstone, who came to prominence in the mid 60s as lead singer of The Zombies. You might not…
One of the best perks of my job is meeting inspirational mumpreneurs such as Hippychick founder Julia Minchin who reveals her secret path to successin this candid interview.
The founder of the family-friendly and award-winning company Hippychick tells London Mums editor Monica Costa how the business has made her the strong and capable mumpreneur she has…
Summer is just around the corner. This year, the summer solstice, which marks the official start of summer, takes place on 21stJune. This brings with it warmer temperatures and longer daylight hours, which means greater demand for green spaces. The most important green space of all is, of course, your own garden. When the migration from indoors to outdoors takes place, you want to be sure that…
Here is a selection of London Mums’ favourite Father’s Day Gifts.
For the ‘history buff’ Dad
RAF Roundel Cufflinks – £12.99
2018 marks 100 years since the RAF was formed and these elegant cufflinks available from the Royal British Legion’s Poppy Shop help mark the occasion perfectly. They are stunning when attached to a white shirt. Featuring the Force’s…
Music festival season is almost upon us and I am glad that Oxfordshire’s much beloved Cornbury Festival is making its unexpected returnonce again this year. I attended last year and it was a truly amazing experience for us London Mums and kids. It is a family eventwhose only negative thing is that there’s too much great stuff to do to keep parents and children alike. You…
Great Pubs of London(Updated edition) byGeorge Daileyis a beautifully illustrated bookpublished byPrestelwhich showcases the best pubs in the capital, many gems I have never heard from and that I will visit soon. For centuries the pub has been an essential part of London’s cultural and social fabric. This beautifully illustrated book takes readers…
Many parents who have children with special educational needs consider home educating their child.While homeschooling may be the right option for the child involved, it’s essential you understand all it entails before you make a decision.
If you’re considering educating your child at home, as an alternative to a mainstream or autism school, make sure you establish the reasons why…
TheGANTChampionships at London’s Roehampton Club is a new, intimate pre-Wimbledon international tennis event. Built on the great history of the popular Roehampton Cup, that attracted the world’s best players to the historic Roehampton Club for many years. GANT, the original American lifestyle brand, are reviving the event this June, with 3 matches taking place each day.
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Following the Royal Wedding and with The Office of National Statistics alarming statistic revealing that on average 42% of marriages end in divorce, the concept of marriage is certainly a hot topic! Consequently, Brookman Solicitors have completed a relationship survey* providing top relationship tips to newlyweds from couples who have been there and done it, with 76% of those surveyed being…
On 5th July, DK is publishing a new book full of projects with aStar Wars™theme,Star Wars Maker Lab. My son andI had a sneak preview and absolutely loved it.
Star Wars™ Maker Labfeatures 20 galactic projects that teach children how to become a master of science, in both the real world and theStar Warsgalaxy. The greatest feature of this…