Looking for the best paddling pools for kids this summer? Whether you’ve got a toddler who wants a gentle splash, older kids who think every water activity should involve noise, or a dog who behaves like 22°C is the surface of the sun, I’ve rounded up some brilliant paddling pool options for sunny days at home. Because sometimes you want …
Sophia’s Diary – 2026 Looking for somewhere to cool off with the kids this half term or during the warmer months? This family-friendly guide brings together outdoor lidos, indoor pools, free splash spots and nearby water-play places across North London, Watford, Waltham Cross, Broxbourne and Hertfordshire. I’ve included practical details to help parents plan quickly: addresses, nearest stations, parking notes, …
Now, we know times are hard for everyone now with the cost of living rapidly rising and wages not following suit so here are some fun things to do this summer with barely any costs; Make homemade ice lollies Climb trees Make a DIY slip ‘n’ slide in your backyard Have a movie night Go for a walk Read a …
Keeping babies and children safe in that hot summer sun is so important. In this issue we will be talking about sun and safety tips you can do to keep you and your little ones safe in the sun. Try to avoid being outside during the hottest hours (between 11am & 3pm). Children under 6 months should be kept out …
Fun days out for you and the family 1) Madame Tussauds – Top London Attraction | Madame Tussauds™ London Make a day of it and meet all your favourite celebrities, actors, actresses and characters all in 1 place! Take multiple selfies with all your favourite people and while you’re there you’ll even have the chance to make your own wax …
Clissold Park; Clissold House, Off Church Street/ Green Lanes, London N16 9HJ – Clissold Park and Clissold House | Hackney Council Clissold Park is the perfect place to take the kids especially if they’re animal lovers! With its own aviary and animal enclosures you’ll expect to find Deer’s, goats and more! Golders Hill Park; West Heath Ave, London NW11 7QP …
Splash Park; Longbridge Road Inside Barking Park IG11 8SS For a splashtastic day out why not head to Splash Park. Kids are welcomed with different levels of fountain features ready for a fun way to cool your little ones down! If you decide to visit during the summer holidays, then there will be extra activities like walk on water balls …
Splash Parks & Paddling pools Splash Park; Longbridge Road Inside Barking Park IG11 8SS For a splashtastic day out why not head to Splash Park. Kids are welcomed with different levels of fountain features ready for a fun way to cool your little ones down! If you decide to visit during the summer holidays, then there will be extra activities …
Performers, food producers and party fans were out in force Wednesday (23 June) to launch the official countdown to A Month of Sundays, a celebration of food and culture in Enfield. Enfield Council’s A Month of Sundays will be a series of street festivals over August’s five Sundays, bringing out the best in the borough’s food businesses and celebrating local heritage and the …