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Top children's toys for Christmas 2015

In this post you will find London Mums’ Top children’s toys for Christmas 2015.  It comes as no surprise that Disney Frozen and Star Wars hold the number one and number two spots, respectively, as the top toy properties this Christmas. Driven by the launch of new products since the beginning of the year, Frozen toy merchandise has more than doubled in sales year-to-date compared to…
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Attractions

London Historic buildings - A room with a view at The Royal Horseguards Hotel

There are so many historic buildings and iconic attractions in London that tell us the history of this amazing Capital, from The City of London that dates back to the Roman times to Tower of London dating back to 1066 and the Norman Conquest, the picturesqueKensington Palacein West London which was the childhood home of Queen Victoria then of the late Princess Diana and now Prince…
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Attractions

Hard Rock Cafe' launches a gluten free menu that rocks

If you have gluten intolerance these days it isn’t a big deal as you can eat in most restaurants in London and still find delicious meals. One of my personal favourite places is the Hard Rock cafe’ restaurant. It’s not just the quality of the food, good value for money, the amazing central location next to Hyde Park and Piccadilly, right in the heart of the Capital, but…
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Newsletter

London Mums December Highlights including the best ice rinks in London & Christmas events for families

Dear London Mums, Christmas in London is as gorgeous as it’s ever been. There’s so much to do without breaking the bank. Check the London Mums December Highlights for inspiration including the best ice rinks in London & Christmas events for families and discounted attractions over the festive season. WHAT’S COMING UP THEATRE DEALS London Mums Black Friday Cyber Monday deals…
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Tested & Recommended

The Ultimate London Mums Christmas Gift Guide 2015

When Christmas is approaching, I read lots of statistics about family spending and traditions around this festive season. Here are some of the best findings and gift ideas. The UK will spend 2.3 billion hours preparing for the big day on 25th December. The average Brit expects to spend 37 hours preparing for Christmas: planning what to buy, shopping, wrapping gifts, writing cards and posting…
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Gifting: new Christmas DVD & CD RELEASES

This gallery of Christmas gifts guide ideas covers DVDs and CDs. London Mums have listed some of the best releases to inspire you with what to buy for yourself or your little ones. Disney Inside Out One of the best Disney films in 2015 which I predict will win an Academy Award in 2016. My 9 year old son has watched it twice in 2 days and said that he liked it because ‘finally Disney has…
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Frozen Fever Christmas waiting for Frozen 2

Disney can certainly put the magic in the details of its merchandising. To re-create a Frozen Fever Christmas for children with endless imaginative playtime (perfect for the festive season), I have found a dolls’ set, the Frozen Fever Deluxe Gift Set, which includes all the main characters from the Frozen films and is now available at Disney Store. It’s birthday time in Arendelle!
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Competitions

Win a Christmas DVD bundle worth over £60

With Christmas just around the corner we want to help you London Mums get in the mood with some festive favourites! We have an exciting Christmas DVD bundle over £60 courtesy of FindAnyFilm.com. The bundle includes the following movies: Nativity 1 & 2 pack DVD, Santa Claus The Movie DVD, The Santa Clause DVD, Get Santa DVD, Inside Out DVD. FindAnyFilm.com is the only UK based film search…
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Books

Festive reads for children - The 12 best Christmas books

I love Christmas because I can spend quality time with my son, my nieces and my extended family. I particularly enjoy reading stories to and with my son. Even if the stories are for younger children, Christmas books have the taste of ginger biscuit with a glass of milk. They leave a lovely after taste for a long time. Here is my selection of the best Christmas books for children. The Snow…
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Get Creative

Baubles & Christmas Tree Decorations

Looking for new Baubles and Christmas decorations every year is one of my favourite activities. With the help of some elves from Dobbies and Tesco I have now identified some trends for this Christmas. You’ll agree with me that images speak more than words. Sparkle and glitter – The Cinderella Look With the release of the Disney Cinderella movie, Cinderella will inspire this Christmas…
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