London’s Best Ice Rinks 2015 – Get your Skates On!

Within the end of October many of London's ice rinks will open. The capital's outdoor ice rinks are the perfect pre-Christmas activity for a night out or during the holidays. Here are London's Best Ice Rinks for Winter 2015/2016, with the earliest opening already this October. Wether you live in London or are visiting during the winter months, a visit to one of the capitals ice rink is a must! A...

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Celebrate Scandinavian Midsummer in London

A complete guide to Scandinavian Midsummer Celebrations in London 2015. What, where and when. And a basic guide on how to celebrate the longest day of the year like a Scandinavian. What to wear? Informal and summery, white if possible. Flower crown, preferably fresh wild flowers. What to eat? A light picnic, do a barbeque and lots of ice cream. What to do? Dance, sing, make flower crowns, dance...

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5 Fun Half Term Activities for Kids in London

What will you be doing with the kids this half term? Here's a few May half-term holiday events and activities in London - our top 5 fun ideas on what you can do together with your child this holiday! So you have made arrangements for everything from visiting the dentist to have new school shoes fitted. Clearly not the most exciting of plans. So in desperation you are considering your familiar...

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Inspirational and free family event at Igloo Kids Wimbledon this April

Not Before Tea is a shop of all things lovely for children, founded by then 9 year old Henry Patterson. A year on and the young boy has published his first children's book. Igloo Kids invites you to have tea and cake with Henry, with the chance to talk about what it is like being an entrepreneur and author. I set up my business, Not Before Tea, in March 2013 and since then me and Pip the mouse...

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London transforms into a Winter Wonderland with its many Ice Rinks

© Somerset House Ice Rink. Skate in the heart of the City on one of London's many magical ice rinks; With season running from November to February, onsite cafes and family tickets available as well as penguin skate aids on hand to provide assistance to children from age 4 and up (and adults finding their feet on the ice!). Enjoy a fun-filled outdoor activity with your family - Skate in the...

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Mini Magpie Upcycling Sewing Class Children’s Clothing in London

Turn your unwanted jumpers into gorgeous clothes for your baby or toddler! This intimate and simple class will guide you through the process to bring your creativity out and equip you with the confidence to start making your own upcycled creations. The results will be truly special and beyond doubt unique and handmade in Britain. :) The class is run by Kimberley a hackney based designer who is...

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Christmas Markets and Shopping Events in London

A proper Nordic Yulefest starts with visiting one or all the three Scandinavian Christmas Markets in London. Join in on the Nordic festive spirit; have some glögg and gingerbread men, shop Scandinavian Christmas decoration and food, meet up with fellow Scandinavians and start the count down to Christmas! These Christmas markets are the real deal; No Frozen characters or German speaking moose....

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Kids in museums – Frans Widerberg in London

As a child I found museums to be boring. There would be beautiful paintings and sculptures but with the silence and restricted regime in terms of no talking, laughing, skipping or in general being a child without disapproving looks from other adults, it really wasn't for me. Or for any other child that wasn't born as a grown up. Kids in Museums is an organisation that has for more than 10 years...

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Children’s clothes pop-up shops in London July 2014

Pop-up Shop's in London is blossoming as never before, on each and every corner of the cites trendy areas. They provide a dynamic space for new start ups and web retailer wanting to try out what it's like to have a brick and mortar store -and to meet the customers. We've made a list of the top 3 Children's clothes pop-up shops London this month. 1. Mini Magpie Pop-up at the Neighboorhood Shop...

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LattjoPOP a new parent entrepreneurs hub in London

There's hubs and campuses popping up in and around London, dedicated to helping entrepreneurs to grow and realise their ambitions. Popular hang outs and work hubs so far has centered around technology and design. Now there's one dedicated for parent entrepreneurs too, and you are invited to the launch party! LattjoPOP is a new work hub, campus and meeting point, dedicated for parent...

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