Are you putting your family at risk in the car?

driveguard tyres

I was financially compensated for this post. When I took my driving test I remember there was a bit in the practical before you got in the car where you answered questions about the car itself. I remember saying to my instructor that the answers were stupid because my husband would end up dealing with … Read more

Our Glamping in a Safari Tent Experience

sunset safari tent

This Sunday 25th June 2017 is National Unplugging Day where families vouch to #GoGadgetFree for the day. Screen-time is a concern for many families especially with a growing trend of children being stuck to their gadgets at unsociable times such as whilst eating meals. It is feared that children are missing out on the great … Read more

Labyrinth – Problem Solving Game of Moving Mazes

Labyrinth by Ravensburger is a game racing for treasure in a moving maze and available in Original, Junior and Star Wars. This is a really good problem solving game which tests your spatial awareness as you shift the pathways along finding the best solution to help you reach the destination you require for that turn. … Read more

Should schools only pick the best children for Sport?

Should schools only pick the best children for Sport?

This week the boys’ school joined in with lots of other local schools for the annual athletics competition. Hosted at the local secondary school children spent many hours on Tuesday evening competing against each other. I have been attending this event for many years as my oldest son was also very sporty – and have … Read more

Behind the Scenes at YouTube Space London with RedTedArt

Behind the Scenes at YouTube Space London with RedTedArt

When RedTedArt’s Maggy Woodley asked if she had any fans who would like to visit YouTube Space in London to make a video with her I knew there was no question as to whether my son was to miss school or not! Having started my blog when he was at preschool and being heavily influenced … Read more

Yeti in My Spaghetti Review and Giveaway

yeti in my spaghetti

Yeti in My Spaghetti from University games is perfect for all the family*. The game is as it sounds with a Yeti sitting on a pile of spaghetti in a bowl and you don’t want him to fall in! How to Play Yeti in My Spaghetti The game is set up by placing the bowl … Read more

Ripley’s Believe it or Not London 2017

Ripley's Believe it or Not London 2017

Ripley’s Believe it or Not London is a great place to visit for a family day out in London that’s definitely out of the ordinary. Over 6 floors and 700 amazing artefacts of everything you can imagine (and some you can’t). Located at 1 Piccadilly Circus and is open 365 days of the year from … Read more

Planet Hollywood London

Planet Hollywood London

London is a great place to go as a family. It is always very much alive and awake with plenty to see and do. But all this takes a lot of energy so it is important to stop and refuel. Planet Hollywood London is a Tourist-friendly, Hollywood-inspired American restaurant with cinema memorabilia and cocktail bar. They … Read more

Cotswold Adventures Bushcraft Course

Cotswold Adventures Bushcraft Course

There is nothing better than Nature in my opinion – it is one of the reasons myself and Becky started the #OutdoorsandHappy community. I have previously written about why getting outside is good for you – but it can also be a great time to learn and bond. I am aware that my children have … Read more