We had a socially distanced visit to Horsenden Hill in search of the Gruffalo trail… The Gruffalo Trail is one of these lovely activities that isn’t massively well advertised. It doesn’t have it’s own website, for example, but it’s a treat for the right age-group of children. Horsenden Hill park itself is lovely regardless of …
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Ruislip lido, railway & woods (social distancing edition)
Onwards with our social distancing versions of days out with the kids. Last week I took Biggie, Middlie and Littlie to Ruislip and we had a fantastic, muddy time in wet weather. Since the crazy crowds after lockdown eased, Ruislip lido (beach) has been closed, which includes the playground. However the miniature railway is running …
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Osterley Park (with social distancing)
I took the kids to Osterley Park (National Trust site) last week to see what a ‘typical’ visit is like, now that we’re easing off on lockdown restrictions in a coronavirus world. Pre-booking and restrictions (as at 16th July 2020) The park is open to pedestrian access, but you will need to book if you …
Family days out in a post-coronavirus world
Do you need ideas for a family day out? In a COVID-19 world, it’s hard to know where you can and can’t go for family outings, day trips, and afternoons out with the kids. I’ve been investigating the different options in and around West London (less than 1hr from Ealing) and have compiled a list …
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Hanwell Zoo (with social distancing)
We visited Hanwell Zoo in a post-coronavirus world and had a lovely time. Our visit was on 10th July, so the UK was subject to easing of lockdown restrictions, and the playgrounds had been recently opened. The zoo is (currently) running at reduced capacity to allow for social distancing, and the animal exhibits are setup …
Well done parents!
Coronavirus sucks Coronavirus has changed most aspects of our lives. Homeschooling, working from home, arts & crafts, continual toy mess, walks in the park, more housework, the endless conveyor belt of mealtimes… We’ve all been coping as best we can, prioritising what we can, and all struggling for different reasons. “I hate the Coronavirus” Middlie, …
School memory project
Need family lockdown self-quarantine isolation ideas? Kill two birds with one stone and occupy the children whilst also organising the piles and piles of your child’s school artwork and projects!! You know those MASSIVE packs of arts and crafts that your kids come home with each half term? What do you do with them?? Keep …
Preparation, logistics and public transport when travelling with a young family
I’ve spent 7 years travelling with babies and young children, often on my own. I’ve braved buses, trains, the London Underground, and every London airport. I’ve been writing about my top tips and must-haves for any journey with young children, particularly where a lot of distance is travelled on foot, such as around airports or …
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Suitcases and travel bags; Recommendations for families
I’ve spent 7 years travelling with babies and young children, often on my own. I’ve braved buses, trains, the London Underground, and every London airport. I’ve been writing about my top tips and must-haves for any journey with young children, particularly where a lot of distance is travelled on foot, such as around airports or …
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Travelling with young children
Christmas is always a stressful time of year, made even more problematic by having to travel to family with your kids in tow. That said, any holiday where public transport is involved comes with it’s own set of issues, particularly if you’re the only adult being responsible for your young children. This post should provide …
West london mum - surviving with three, awesomely! 