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Kingston Bagpuize House and Gardens

by Ros February 15, 2016, 12:45 pm 122.7k Views

Kingston Bagpuize House is a beautiful 1660s red brick manor near Abingdon in South Oxfordshire. It is set in mature parkland and gardens containing a notable collection of plants including rare trees, shrubs, perennials and bulbs. I love a stately home and gardens. Indeed, my kids have spent so much time in their short lives […]

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5 Things to Do Today with Kids

by Janis P. December 30, 2015, 4:07 pm 122.7k Views

Looking for things to do today with the kids? Chances are the kids are getting under your feet and today’s one of those days when it feels like you’ve got 10 children and not just one or two. So… you’re looking for a little inspiration for free activities and things to do today – not just […]

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Baby’s First Christmas

by Marjolein December 23, 2014, 10:27 pm 141.6k Views

For grown ups, Christmas time is a flurry of preparations but for kiddies, the holiday is filled with the magic of chocolate calendars, letters to Father Christmas and the hope for snow. To ensure Baby’s First Christmas is one to remember, here are three ways to add a little magic to this special festive season. […]

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Christmas Craft Idea: Felt Christmas Tree

by Marjolein December 23, 2014, 9:57 pm 141.6k Views

Everyone is busy at Christmas, wrapping presents, stuffing the turkey, writing cards, and decorating the house. The kiddies will want to be busy too with their own job to do. So, while you’re out at the shops, grabbing the last minute presents, take 5 minutes to pop into the nearest Art or Fabric shop and […]

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Christmas Cake Cloud Dough Sensory Tubs

by Marjolein December 20, 2014, 7:18 pm 169.9k Views

Festive Christmas jumpers, nativity plays, Christmas trees round every corner and snowy adverts on tv… the Christmas countdown is well underway and traditionally the mixing bowls would be out for baking the Christmas cake. Be inspired by tradition and put together a Taste-Safe Christmas Cake Cloud Dough Sensory Tub that will help the kiddies explore the […]

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3 Things to do with babies and toddlers this Autumn

by Marjolein October 9, 2014, 10:32 pm 141.6k Views

Autumn has definitely arrived, and what better way to celebrate than with the very first post in our M&S Baby and Toddler series! We’ve invited the wonderfully talented Irish artist (and much loved nanny and aunty) Marjolein Wouters to share her favourite things to do with babies and toddlers this season. Enjoy, and please share! 1. […]

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Red Nose Day idea: Bake some Lookie Cookies!

by Janis P. February 25, 2013, 11:29 pm 113.3k Views 2 Comments

Looking for ideas for Red Nose Day? Try these yummy and oh-so-silly Lookie Cookies, designed by 5 year old Madeleine for Sainsbury’s Comic Relief Cookie Challenge. Mummy helped with the baking, stencil design and some of the icing. Elliot helped by tasting all of the ingredients before they went in. The golden syrup was tasted […]

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Really Kid Friendly’s Guide to February Half-term in London

by Janis P. January 23, 2013, 8:42 pm 94.4k Views

Not able to make it to the slopes or the warmer climes this February? Weep not, stay in London and have a productive half-term helping your kids brush up on their swimming strokes, star in Peter Pan, make a their own Gondola, join in a clay workshop, or just enjoy a free Disney flick …. […]

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Want to make the best snowman ever?

by Janis P. January 18, 2013, 8:01 am 122.7k Views

This winter’s “severe snow” warnings mean absolute chaos for commuters, but pure delight for the little ones and a chance to make the best snowman ever. We’ve found five fun snowman pictures to get you started, so why not make the most of the weather, wrap up your kids, brave the snow and make your […]

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Top 10 Christmas ideas for kids

by Janis P. November 25, 2012, 8:10 pm 94.5k Views 3 Comments

With Christmas just a snowball’s throw away, it’s time to start thinking of gifts, crafts and things-to-do that’ll keep your kids entertained right through the build up to the big day and beyond. To get you inspired, we’ve put together a Top 10 list of the best Christmas ideas around the internet right now. Why […]

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Baby Music and Children’s Parties in London: Culture Kids

by Janis P. May 2, 2012, 7:53 pm 94.4k Views

Looking for a good music class to try with your baby? Laura from London Baby recommends Culture Kids… read on to find out why! This is one well-thought out and executed baby singing class. Brain child of Mia; who took her love of children, travel and music and created a fabulous business; Culture Kids has entertained […]

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Shrek the Musical – FREE family activities to celebrate their 1st anniversary

by Janis P. April 29, 2012, 2:55 pm 160.5k Views

To mark the first anniversary, SHREK THE MUSICAL® will open its doors to the public for a FREE, ogre-sized, family fete at Theatre Royal, Drury Lane on May 6, 2012. There will be party games, competitions, sweet treats, storytelling, theatre tours and opportunities to meet the cast from 11am to 2pm. More details of the day’s activities […]

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