Activities

Review: Hamlet (for younger audiences) at the National Theatre

The latest performance of Hamlet at theDorfman, National Theatre(a small theatre inside theNational Theatre) is Jude Christian’s energetic and engaging retelling for a younger audience (recommended ages 8 – 12 year olds) of Shakespeare’s most well-known tragedy. ‘To be or not to be…’ Hamlet’s dad is dead. His uncle has takenover the kingdom and…
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Central London

Your Guide to Parking in London

There is no doubt that a trip to London is one of the best ways to spend any day of the week, but there is one small thing that can often cause a problem as your arrival gets closer, and that is the issue of parking! Both driving and parking your car in central areas of the capital can often cause a headache, so it is always best to be primed and ready with some insider information that can help…
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Attractions

Half-term family activities: Carriage rides at Bushy Park

Rarer the Pandas the Operation Centaur Shire horses, Heath and Nobby, will be returning to Bushy Park to offer carriage rides for Easter weekend. These traditional shire horse carriage rides are a popular seasonal treat for park visitors and usually happen over the summer and around Christmas but they are back for Easter this year with a limited number of rides available over the four…
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Attractions

The best dog-walking spot in every London borough

London may be one of the busiest and most populated cities in the world, but it still has plenty of leafy green spaces for dogs to run free, play ball and find their next adventure. Off lead exercise is so important for the wellbeing of dogs – not just for their enjoyment, but because our walking speed is not their natural pace. From green meadows to the highest hills where dog owners can…
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Attractions

KISS MY ART in aid of Ukraine 'Make art not war' fundraiser!

On Thursday 31st March 2022 between7 pm and 12 am, London Mums will attend KISS MY ART in aid of Ukraine ‘Make art not war’ fundraiser! Join us atBasing House, Shoreditch,25 Kingsland Rd, London E2 8AA, UK –Early Bird Tickets £7 / £10 on the door www.kissmyartevents.com. Kiss My Art is the UK’s only live life drawing competitive…
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Attractions

Top family friendly walks through London  

London Mums have pulled together the top family friendly walks through National Trust places in London suitable for all abilities, with level paths, dog friendly routes, or longer routes to explore. Richmond Park Morden Hall Park trail Distance: 1.9 miles (3 km) Difficulty: Easy Get outside with friends and family on a stroll through this historic parkland. Walk through…
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Attractions

Art exhibition review: Surrealism Beyond Borders at Tate Modern 

Yesterday I attended the press view ofSurrealism Beyond Bordersat Tate Modern, aground-breaking exhibition that reveals the broad scope of this radical movement, moving beyond the confines of a single time or place. I felt inspired and motivated after seeing the work of artists who proclaimed their freedom and expressed their true selves without fear. Through this…
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Attractions

Art exhibition show: 'Pile 'o' Shite' by Andy Link Aka47

Recently I visited the latest solo show by the conceptual artist Andy Link, also known as AK47. This show is being held in the Graffic Gallery in Portobello Road, and is due to run for two weeks, from 7-9pm every evening until 17th February. Conceptual Art is less about the artistry of the works themselves, and more about the back story evoked by them. In this sense, Andy has…
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Attractions

Chatting to 80’s Popsters Go West and rockers Cutting Crew who are back on the road this Spring 

Celebrating over 35 years since their debut top 5 hit‘We Close Our Eyes’,80’s Popsters Go West are doing 4 shows nationwide in March with a full live orchestra – The Southbank Sinfonia. These special, must see orchestral shows, also featuressupport from fellow 80’s chart toppers Cutting Crew. It’s the first time the band have worked with an orchestra (as has become…
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