Christo und Jeanne-Claude
L'Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped, Paris, 1961-2021
As part of the Saatchi’s Gallery Season of Sculpture, their co-headline Winter exhibition, Christo and Jeanne-Claude: Boundless will take a retrospective look at the career and achievements of artistic collaborators and life partners Christo and Jeanne-Claude.
Christo & Jeanne-Claude: Boundless introduces visitors to the couple’s seminal projects, ranging from their early collaborations to monumental masterpieces, among them Wrapped Coast in Australia (1968/69), Surrounded Islands (1983) in Miami/Florida, The Pont Neuf Wrapped in Paris (1985), The Umbrellas (1991), installed simultaneously in Japan and the USA, The Gates in Central Park, New York City (2005) and The Floating Piers at Lake Iseo in Italy (2016).
It also includes the perspective of TheMastaba project in Abu Dhabi. This exhibition is the last to ever be signed off by Christo before his death and is divided into ten thematic chapters.
The exhibition reveals a story of love and artistic collaboration between Christo and Jeanne-Claude. It celebrates their synergy and profound connection, contextualised alongside their artistic contemporaries, including Jean Dubuffet, Yves Klein, and Lucio Fontana.
Boundless unveils a vivid narrative of passionate determination, highlighting the couple’s refusal to be confined by traditional norms and how this distinctive approach, fuelled their creative vision and shaped their artistic journey.
You are invited to a Special Workshop and tour at the Saatchi Gallery
Kensington Mums and littles ones are welcome to joins guided tour and Christo Collage workshop. Much of the exhibition will host their drawings and plans for their large scale well known installations.
This workshop is inspired by Christo and Jeanne Claude’s meticulous planning process, we will ask participants to use collage, drawing and stitching to erase and remove places and figures from various imagery, “wrapping” the contents and considering how this changes the image. In the workshop we will be covering and hiding pictures of monuments, and portraits through college, drawing in stitching inspired by Christo and Jeanne Claudes wider practice.
The workshop will be run by The Saatchi Gallery experienced Art Educators and we have limited spaces available. These sessions are adaptable for all ages and abilities and each child must be accompanies by an adult.
Date: 17th November 2023
Time: 4pm-6pm
Tickets: Complimentary for all Kensington Mums subscribers (emails will be verified).
Address: Duke of York’s HQ, King’s Road, London, SW3 4RY
Calling all ice skaters! If you are looking for a London ice rink this winter season, we’ve got you covered! Here are some of your favourite ones to discover with family and friends…
Glide at Battersea Power Station
Get ready to glide! Battersea Power Station’s iconic ice rink returns after a phenomenal debut year. This year, London’s only riverside ice rink will feature private hire igloos, fairground rides and interactive quiz nights, which all promise to provide even more fun for the whole family.
Somerset House Ice Rink
Somerset House’s spectacular courtyard will be transformed into a festive destination with an unparalleled skating experience this winter season. From skating lessons to trailblazing DJs on the rink-side decks, there’s something for everyone.
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Glide into the festive season on the UK’s largest open-air ice rink at Winter Wonderland, set under a picturesque canopy of twinkly lights and built around Hyde Park’s iconic Victorian bandstand.
Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink
Bundle up in warm layers, gather your friends and family, and immerse yourself in the magnificent views of Hampton Court Palace while gracefully gliding around their stunning outdoor rink.
Kingdom of Winter Ice Rink
Step into the Kingdom of Winter at the Excel London and enjoy a host of family-friendly attractions, including a winter-themed circus, ice skating, fairground rides, an immersive ice expedition trail and much more.
The Ice Rink at Westfield London
What a better way to get into the festive spirit and catch up with friends and family over the festive season than with a spot of skating at The Ice Rink at Westfield London?
Ice Rink at Canary Wharf
Make magical memories this festive season with loved ones and skate at the Ice Rink at Canarly Wharf, one of London’s longest-running seasonal ice rinks, located at Canada Square Park.
Queens
Queens – the iconic ice rink and bowling alley – is located on Queensway in the heart of London. With food and drink by MEATliquor, Queens is Central London’s biggest ‘one-stop fun shop’.
November is the month of autumn leaves and crisp weather, but it is also when the Christmas season officially begins. And, to get you into the spirit, we are sharing with you our favourite family activities in London this November.
Christmas and Winter Events
As always, Winter Wonderland will be showcasing spectacular family performances such as the Circus, adrenaline-fuelled rides and rollercoasters, delicious street food, Christmas Market shopping, the iconic Giant Wheel and the UK’s largest outdoor Ice Rink. Open daily from 10 am until 10 pm, Winter Wonderland offers the ultimate festive experience for everyone, from laid-back family mornings to twinkling evenings with friends.
Winter craft season has officially opened and The Real Flower Company has released its 2023 festive wreathmaking courses, which will guarantee to get you in the festive mood. Running from November to mid-December 2023, at its intimately charming, and welcoming New Kings Road store, whether you are a beginner or expert, all are welcome. Wreaths will be crafted on wireframes with moss, adorned with gorgeous seasonal British foliage, festive berries and delights all farmed directly from The Real Flower Company’s own farm in Hampshire. As a Carbon-negative, climate-positive farm the workshop will only use sustainable techniques, materials, and produce.
The UK’s biggest indoor Christmas experience returns for 2023. The Magical Christmas Adventure is a spectacular 2.5-hour storytelling journey filled with festive goodness. It’s a magical, immersive theatrical experience creating incredible memories and excitement for all the family. The Magical Christmas Adventure will be open this year from 25 November – 24 December, with tickets already selling fast, and on sale now here.
Get Ready to GLIDE: Battersea Power Station’s Iconic Ice Rink returns after a phenomenal debut year. Battersea Power Station and IMG are thrilled to announce the return of London’s only riverside ice rink. Opening to the public on 10th November 2023 for over eight weeks, this breathtaking open-air ice rink allows visitors to skate against the backdrop of the iconic Grade II listed Power Station, making it a must-visit destination for the upcoming winter season.
Indulge…
Holland Park’s beloved pub, The Mitre, has undergone a £750k makeover and has now re-opened its doors. The super-premium Gastropub is well worth a visit. It’s family and dog-friendly and serves delicious food!
The pub reopened with a brand-new menu and will be devised of a sensational food selection including unmissable Sunday Roasts and contemporary seafood dishes!
Or you can indulge in style at The Carlton Tower, and savour their Jumeirah Festive Afternoon Tea, an extra sprinkle of joy this festive season. Served daily from 13th November to 5th January 2024, between 12 pm and 5 pm.
Fun for the little ones (and their families)
Step into the Science Museum’s new musical playground, Turn It Up. In this fun, family-friendly experience you’ll get a chance to hear, interact with, and even make your own music! You’ll explore the science and secrets around the impact music has on us with unique interactive exhibits.
Or why not discover Birdies’ visually ridiculous crazy golf courses in Angel and at Battersea Power Station, which promises to be the perfect family day out, and can be complemented by a drool-worthy menu at Cheeky Burger and a selection of famous Birdies cocktails and mocktails at their bars. Adult tickets are £13, and kids at £8.
If you are looking for something for your little ones, join the Sound Explorers sessions for families with children aged 0-2. Listen, play and make some noise! These free, informal sessions will invite you and your little one to explore the V&A museum display through sound and music. Sessions take place on Wednesdays to Fridays during term time at 10.30 and 11.30, and last for 20 minutes.
Art & Culture
Don’t miss the Shakespeare and War exhibition at the National Army Museum between 6th October 2023 and 31st March 2024. This free exhibition explores some of the ways in which Shakespeare has shaped how we think about soldiers and the Army, and how we imagine war and its consequences today.
Or discover the second immersive exhibition from Illusionaries this year, Latent Spaces, which takes you on a meditative and mind-bending immersive journey through four different rooms, with bright, bold, sensory visuals that will captivate the whole family, with the new art opening Illusionaries up as a venue for all ages.
And finally, explore the idea of the untouched landscape found in Maha Ahmed: Where Worlds Meet exhibition and our own challenges with climate change and destruction, through the art of paper cutting and collage, at Leighton House on Saturday 25th November between 2 pm to 4 pm. £5 per ticket. Find out more about the Narrative Collage: Utopian Landscapes for Young Adults exhibition.
You may also be interested in joining one of our events this November here. Make sure you are subscribed to our newsletter to stay in the loop.
In the bustling heart of London, where the urban jungle thrives, parents often wonder how to provide their pre-prep age children with unique educational experiences that promote creativity, learning, skills for the future whilst establishing a deep connection to the outdoors. One innovative solution to this conundrum can be found in the leafy borough of Chelsea, where a small prep school and nursery provides unique access to outdoor learning provision from their youngest learners to their Year 6 leavers.
Cameron Vale School seamlessly combines a rigorous, personalised classroom education with the well-documented benefits of outdoor learning through their Forest School provision. Located in Chelsea and complemented by enchanting forest school lessons in Barnes, it offers a holistic learning experience like no other, providing children with a nurturing education, fostering creativity, enhancing maths and language skills, enriching vocabulary, and offering unmatched scientific opportunities. Where else can you light a fire and toast marshmallows in SW3?
Chelsea is renowned for its elegance and charm, but it’s not often associated with wild, untamed forests. However, nestled within this urban enclave is a school that recognises the importance of exposing children to nature from a young age. Cameron Vale in Chelsea effortlessly blends the lush greenery of its Forest School classes, echoed within the school with their calming colour palette and natural materials with top-tier education. Here are some of the exceptional benefits it offers:
Nature’s Classroom in the Classroom: Cameron Vale transforms its classrooms and learning spaces into interactive learning environments. Children are surrounded by natural materials, calming colours and soft music to enhance this oasis of learning. Rather than curated wall displays, the school features learning walls, reflective of the topics there are learning about that they build on throughout each term to support retention and deepen understanding. Learning activities are creative and kinesthetic as much as possible, to target all learners, providing a hands-on education that stimulates their curiosity and love for learning.
Enhanced Creativity: Being in a forest setting encourages children to use their imagination, building fairy houses, creating art from natural materials, and inventing games inspired by their surroundings. This fosters creativity, problem-solving, and innovative thinking.
Maths and Science in Action: Mathematics and science come to life at Forest School. Whether it’s measuring the height of trees, observing animal behaviour, or studying plant life cycles, children engage in practical, real-world applications of these subjects.
Language and Vocabulary: The forest provides a rich tapestry of experiences, which enhances language development. Children describe the world around them, recount their adventures, and learn new words associated with flora and fauna, all while building a strong foundation in language.
Whilst Cameron Vale sets the stage for a unique educational experience with their small class sizes, amazingly supportive and local school community and a very proactive provision for all learners, the Forest School curriculum takes it a step further, making it truly extraordinary.
Working together, collaboratively, in a setting which is very different to the more traditional classroom, provides a completely different dynamic and perspective. Children who may be quiet in the classroom, come alive where there is space and nature, a new environment where they can share their unique perspective on the world. Spatial concepts in non-verbal reasoning become much easier to understand when you can physically manipulate real objects.
Forest School is also home to a diverse natural environment, offering children unique scientific experiences. They get to explore, observe wildlife, and study ecosystems, providing a hands-on science education that extends beyond textbooks.
Integrating Forest School curriculum throughout the school instills a sense of adventure and ambition in children, teaching them to dream big and aim high in their educational pursuits.
Cameron Vale School, located in a beautiful townhouse in Chelsea, just off the King’s Road, provides an education like no other. A home from home for your child’s first steps on their educational journey. Their approach to personalized learning, small class sizes and the complete integration of the benefits of nature, creative thinking, hands-on learning, and unique opportunities in the heart of London. In a city where the urban landscape dominates, this forest school offer provides an invaluable connection to the natural world, a robust foundation in education, and the tools to prepare young minds for a future filled with limitless possibilities.
To find out more, register your interest to attend the next open day on 22 November or contact the school to organise a personal tour.
Kensington Mums Education Partner, Sam Tutoring is offering 3 Families, 3 Free academic Consultations worth £600.00 each. Families have the opportunity to have a one to one with Ceo and Founder of London based tutoring service and consultancy Sam Tutoring.
Have all your academic questions answered, have your children’s academic performance assessed, and recommendations given in a formal report.
Winning Prize
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Three individuals will be selected as winners of this competition.
The Consultation is valid only for Children aged 6-18years.
Kensington Mums will contact the prize winner via email. If the winner does not reply within 48 hours, Kensington Mums will select another winner.
Competition is from 18th October 2023 until 1st November 2023.
This offer is not available for current or past Sam Tutoring clients.
Runners up may win a free 30 minute phone consultation with Sam Tutoring, by entering the competition you consent to Sam Tutoring contacting entrants about tutoring services.
Details of winners will be passed on to Sam Tutoring, who will be in touch to book in a consultation.
Thank you to all the Kensington Mums. We wanted to extend our heartfelt gratitude for being a part of the Japan House event at Japan House London. Your presence, along with your little ones, added a special touch to the day, making it a beautiful blend of East and West, tradition and modernity.
Japan House London, is committed to showcasing the vibrant diversity of Japanese graphic arts, bridging the worlds of fine art, commercial illustration, and counterculture. We had the pleasure of hosting a group of Kensington Mums to explore Japan’s House WAVE exhibition, and we were thrilled to organise this child-friendly tour followed by a badge-making workshop for children and parents alike.
During the badge-making workshop, we saw the creativity of both children and parents as they chose from ready-made badge designs based on fragments of the 60 works featured in the exhibition. We were equally delighted to see many of you designing your own original badges, adding a personal touch to the experience.
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‘If we all did the things we are really capable of doing, we would literally astound ourselves.’ – Thomas Edison
I open my ‘Dream Big’ student assembly with Edison’s quotation and have always found it important to emphasise to students that they have so much potential and achieve so much with the right attitude and approach to learning. It is also my job as the head of Eaton Square Senior School & Sixth Form to ensure that we are providing our young people with knowledge, skills and experience rich curriculum to thrive and reach their highest potential.
I have recently become addicted to a podcast called High Performance: Lessons from the Best on Becoming Your Best which focuses on high performers, their journey to success, and what advice they can provide others to achieve. Inspired by each of the podcasts, I questioned just how much our curriculum empowers agency in our young people at Eaton Square Senior School & Sixth Form. One of the standard questions asked of the interviewee is what advice they would give their teenage self if they could go back in time. This made me think about how epiphanies can happen at a young age and one does not need to persevere for years and years before developing the tools to succeed, gain confidence and unlock personal potential.
What can we as educators learn from our leading entrepreneurs, athletes, and creative innovators? What can they teach us about mind management, resilience and reacting to setbacks, taking responsibility, and cultivating self-leadership? The lessons provided from the podcast have led me to focus not just on pedagogy, exam success and university destinations, but also on building a coaching culture where our teachers, in the same way as coaches, build a high performance culture to ensure young people realise their capabilities to propel them towards success. This means creating high performance mindsets and habits to achieve success which enable our students to be masters of their own plan and destiny. It means providing our students with a roadmap for self-efficacy, for them to really know what they want in life and how to get there.
To find out more, visit us at our next open day on Tuesday the 10th of October at 9.30 am at Eaton Square Senior School, 106 Piccadilly, London W1J 7NL. Or if you are interested in Sixth Form, our open day will take place on Thursday the 12th of October at 5.30 pm at 79 Eccleston Square, London SW1V. To register, please click here or visit our website for more information.
Sizzle on down to KGK, the first and only Korean grill in the Kensington area. KGK is the only restaurant in London to offer a Omakase dining experience. Omakase literally means ‘I leave it up to you,’ diners leave it up to the chef to select and serve seasonal specialities.
What to expect?
Are you new to Korean food? Get ready to flip meats on a grill, drink Korean traditional vodka soju and enjoy seasonal Korean milkshake for dessert. KGK has compiled everything you need to know about savouring a traditional Korean BBQ experience and Kensington Mums is taking you an experience as we review this as a family dinner in Kensington.
We loved the fact that the chef was in charge of everything. All we needed to do was to place our order and embrace our inner MasterChef and get ready to grill! The kids loved it too, but please make sure they are supervised at all times.
KGK offers a journey into Korean dining BBQ culture.
KGK King Kalbi is a signature dish, diamond cut beef short rib marinated in KGKs signature sauce, ready to be grilled. Each table at KGK has an inbuilt tabletop style grill for a traditional Korean BBQ cuisine of grilling meat over a hot grill in the centre of the table. Diners will be provided with wooden/metal chopsticks to grill, and a good tip is only to flip the meat once for a good texture of meat. We also tried out Bulgogi which literally means “fire meat,” a traditional Korean meal; thinly sliced strips of beef, sirloin, prime rib or brisket served with tantalizing marinade, oyster mushrooms and onions to be grilled together. Non marinated yummy Japanese Wagyu rib eye steak is on the menu to grill as well as whole tiger prawns and seasonal vegetables for non- meat options. Please note that all meat is also Halal.
KGK’s menu explores traditional Korean dishes throughout from the appetisers, try out Yukhoe, Korean Beef Tartare, aromatically flavoured with sesame oil, soy sauce, garlic and Korean pear served with an egg yolk on top. A La Carte main dishes include pork belly Su-yuk with ssamjang, the grilled pork belly is an extremely popular Korean dish. If you have space for more, you can savour soybean ice cream or lychee sake milkshake for dessert.
Journey through Korean dining culture
Korean culture loves side dishes known as Banchan, plenty of side dishes are considered a way to season and flavour throughout the meal. Traditional Korean cabbage, Pajeoli a traditional Korean salad and seasonal namul a vegetarian side can all be experienced.
Special events
Savouring a Korean meal is more of a fun group outing, while some food can easily be enjoyed as a solo meal. The chef’s Omakase experience is a great fun night out of stag do’s, work events and family get togethers. A traditional Korean meal is fun with a group or people all preparing the food, grilling meats, side dishes and dealing with marinades. As The Korean Guide notes, Korean barbecue is more than just a meal, and sharing it with friends and family is part of the package. To be able to taste the variety of marinades, meats, and side dishes, you’re going to want to share with a group of hungry people.
KGK will be offering lunchtime set menus between £22-25; Korean salads, a choice of Bulgogi (marinated beef), Shrimps, rice/soup and seasonal dessert like Soybean ice-cream to enjoy with friends. A vegan menu that is reminiscent of a day at a Buddhist temple and will include hot stone rice dishes. The evening menu A La Carte comes in at around £65.00 per head and the pièce de résistance the Chef’s Omakase experience.
More fun
If you want to follow the whole Korean culture fully, you might head to a karaoke bar to belt out some tunes, Korean culture loves karaoke, and you never know a karaoke room may be popping up at KGK soon…watch this space!
Korean Grill Kensington can be found on Courtfield Road, South Kensington, London, SW7 4QH Follow them on Instagram
Our October Half-Term Scoop 2023 is out! We’ve rounded up a list of the best half-term activities, events and things to do across London. Make sure you are in the loop and subscribe to our newsletter to never miss a scoop!
Half Term Science Camp with Little House of Science
Inhabitants of Earth: Zoology and Botany Explored.
Sign up daily or the whole week – October 23rd to 27th.
Calling all aspiring scientists, geologists, engineers, biologists, architects and astrophysicists!
Embark on an adventure of discovery and fun at Little House of Science’s specially designed science camps for children. For ages: 4-7, and 8-12 years (separately taught, age-adjusted content).
10% Friends and siblings discount when booking online.
Designed to inspire and encourage a love of science, these camps will help children deepen and grow in their knowledge of the scientific world whether learning about The Anatomy of Plants, The Science of Soil, The Strangest Hearts in the Animals World and so much more.
It is a week of fun, interactive learning for everyone.
As well as making new friends and re-connecting with friends from previous years, Children will be able to learn in an interactive and fun way with our highly trained scientists.
Book single days or the full week from 9.30-3.30 (free early drop-off from 8.30).
Check out our full list of topics right here at Little House of Science October Half Term Science Camps
Location: Holiday Inn London – High Street Kensington, Ground Floor, Wrights Lane, London W8 5SP (2 mins High Street Kensington Tube and 10 mins from Earl’s Court Station), secure garden area for outdoor activities during lunch breaks
Get ROCK CLIMBING this October half term! The Font have a range of coached Junior climbing options for those 8-18 years, ranging from Intro sessions to get safely off the ground, to a structured Development Programme for those looking to progress through the sport.
They’ve got parents covered as well! Their café & bar area serves speciality coffee, and a range of delicious baked goods, plus a fully licensed bar if only a cold glass of wine or crisp craft beer will do the trick.
Join us for 2 weeks of coding and robotics fun at our Tech or Treat holiday camps! Our programs are designed for children aged 4 to 14, with classes tailored to suit all skill levels. Whether your children are just starting out or have coding experience, our expert teachers will guide them through the fundamentals of coding, robotics, and the digital world.
Our camps are not only educational but loads of fun. Your children will have the chance to learn new skills, meet new friends and create lasting memories. Secure your spot today by registering now. Don’t miss this opportunity to give your child an unforgettable holiday time experience!
“Original plays, created by our pupils, through an immersive storytelling system.”
Our Kensington sessions take place every Saturday at Colville Primary School, Notting Hill, W11
09:30 – 11:30
12:00 – 14:00
14:30 – 16:30
An exciting opportunity for your child to create their own original character, explore new worlds and perform in an original play that they have co-written, all whilst gaining a LAMDA qualification. Learn more about our unique creative process on our website.
For as long as there have been exams, students have struggled to get to grips with revision. Whether they’re top-tier procrastinators or perhaps struggle with perfectionist tendencies; preparing for exams can be stressful.
Well, The Study Buddy can change all of that. The award-winning approach provides a straightforward breakdown of your child’s courses. It makes planning revision straightforward and stress-free – for teens and for you!
Each bundle is entirely bespoke and provides the structure to knowing what is going to be studied and when. You can get going quickly and effortlessly, with kits starting at £25.
Leading independent schools conduct an interview as part of the 11+ or 13+ admissions process. As well as focusing on academic preparation, your child can prepare for the school interview to increase their prospect of acquiring a place at their desired school.
In the two-hour online school interview masterclass, students are coached on what schools are looking for, articulating their strengths and achievements, answering challenging interview questions and how to stand out from a crowd of applicants.
To find out more, including dates, prices and to make a booking, please visit our website.
Established earlier this year by a mother based in Parsons Green, Arthur’s House is a nanny agency servicing clients in and around West, North West and South West London. With 5-star reviews across the board, this agency is doing what it promised – providing a professional, slick service to discerning clients who are looking for long-lasting, well-matched and competent nannies and childcare.
If you’re looking for help at home and would like a hassle-free process to do so, click below to register with Arthur’s House. They’re taking on new clients during the final quarter of 2023 and would love to help you.
Back by popular demand, the Kensington Wade Toddler Club is a FREE session for parents and children aged 18 months – 3 years full of music, stories and fun! The fortnightly sessions will take place on the following Fridays: 13th October, 3rd November, 17th November and 1st December at 9.15-10.15 am in the school’s nursery located directly opposite Charing Cross Hospital.
For further information and to book, please visit our website. All are welcome!
The Strings Club comes to Fulham this October Half-Term
Get ready for a spine-tingling October Half Term with The Strings Club as they launch their highly-rated Holiday Camps in Fulham for the first time!
Using music as a force for good, The Strings Club’s multi-award winning Holiday Camps for 4-11-year-olds offer top-quality childcare that you can trust.
Based at St. John’s Walham Green CE Primary School, SW6 6AS, their October half-term extravaganza is packed with an array of exciting workshops and instrumental sessions that promise to delight and educate young minds.
And to celebrate its Fulham launch, The Strings Club giving away 20 FREE days of childcare!
Join our free talk ‘Top admissions tips from the inside – how it really works’ on Thursday 16th November at 6.30 pm which will be given by admissions expert, Cat Sutherland-Hawes, at Kensington Wade School on Fulham Palace Road.
In this talk, Cat will talk about school admissions, explaining how to deal with admissions teams and providing strategies for making the whole process as stress-free as possible. Cat was previously Director of Admissions at both Latymer Upper School and Wycombe Abbey. She currently works at Oppidan Education as Head of Schools Advice and at RS Academics as a Senior Consultant advising schools on admissions strategies and carrying out recruitment. All are welcome.
Kalmer Kids provides meditation training for kids aged 4-16 to help them move through big feelings with ease. We guide children through simple tools & techniques to help them find calm, providing our next generation with confidence, resilience, and kindness.
Our classes focus on bringing out the best in everyone by:
Nurturing emotional intelligence
Ensuring your child can self-soothe anywhere, anytime and without a screen!
Build self-esteem and reduce anxiety
Book group classes in Kensington or private sessions in the comfort of your own home!
Don’t miss this opportunity and contact us at info@kalmerkids.com or give us a call on +44 7555756461 to find out more.
Inspiration is on the menu at the Institut français with storytelling sessions at Bibliothèque Quentin Blake and film screenings at Ciné Lumière throughout the week. Enjoy wonderful animated films such as a dressed-up screening of Frozen and Ernest & Celestine: A Trip to Gibberitia at the Fête du Cinéma d’Animation (14 – 29 Oct).
For more inspiration, join the South Ken Kids Festival (16-19 Nov) celebrating the delightful wonders of children’s literature in a weekend packed with live drawing events, workshops, films and more with the most talented children’s writers and illustrators from both sides of the Channel and beyond.
Wizards and Witches Week at Bocketts Farm Park, Leatherhead, Surrey
Enjoy a spooktacular family day out at Bocketts Farm this October Half Term for Wizards and Witches Week. Meet the Birds of Prey, watch awesome Science and Slime Shows, visit the Reptile Roadshow, complete the Spooky Stamp Trail, and drop into the Creepy Craft Corner for some more Halloween fun.
Plus, explore the Pumpkin Village for the perfect pumpkin photo! Daily activities include Tractor Rides, Small Animal Encounter Sessions, Pig Racing and Pony rides plus you can enjoy meeting all the friendly farm animals and acres of indoor and outdoor play.
Open daily 10 am – 5.30 pm. Book your tickets online now.
diddly.art – free children’s art competitions – nurturing curious and creative minds!
diddly.art – free children’s art competitions – nurturing curious and creative minds!
diddly.art is a free, themed monthly art competition for 4–16-year-old children of any ability!
Send in your children’s artwork and we will digitally frame each masterpiece uniquely and present it in our gallery so they can feel super proud! Each entry will be in with a chance of winning £100 in art or toy vouchers!
Everything is absolutely free! Our purpose and mission is to encourage children to be creative as it is fundamental in the development of curious and resilient little minds!
October is a magical month full of festive joy – including Halloween 🎃🕷️🕸️ – and natural beauty 🍂🍁. As the leaves begin to change colour and the air becomes crisp, let’s zip up our jackets and explore what London has to offer. We have selected the best activities for you and the kids to enjoy this October.
Family adventures
Visit Horizon 22, Europe’s highest free public viewing gallery. Located on Level 58 of the City of London’s tallest building, 22 Bishopsgate, Horizon 22 is the highest free viewing gallery in Europe, at 833 ft / 254m above ground. Horizon 22 is a 62-storey smart building with a vision to create a place where people thrive. Plan your visit and book your free tickets here.
Go on an adventure with the kids and discover the best views of London by boat this autumn. Whether you’re exploring the city or trying to get across town, the kids will love an exhilarating ride on the River Bus. And with a Family River Roamer, kids go free! Go unlimited and explore all that London has to offer with this all-day hop-on, hop-off ticket. Valid for 2 adults and up to 3 children (up to 15 years old).
Fine dining experiences
Known as the best Singaporean restaurant in Kensington, The Bugis celebrates authentic Singaporean, Malaysian and Chinese cuisines made from locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. The Bugis originally opened in 1995 on the corner street, when it received numerous accolades and awards as one of London’s best Asian restaurants. Since then, it has relocated inside The Bailey’s Hotel and has undergone a full renovation featuring a sumptuous yet modern interior and an upscale Bailey’s Bar with an enticing cocktail menu inspired by Lord Bailey’s journey in the Far East. The Burgis is to become one of the most exciting drinking and social experiences in Kensington.
Located in the heart of Chelsea, Kahani combines luxe, seductively lit interiors with a high-class, yet inclusive, dining experience. Spearheaded by Michelin-starred Chef Peter Joseph, guests can expect small plates packed full of flavours such as soft-shell crunchy crab with Chetinaad spices, kachumber, yellow tomato chutney or curries such as Kashmiri Nihari. To pair with your meal, Kahani offers diners an extensive list of fine wines and carefully crafted cocktails infused with Indian flavours. Need help picking a wine to compliment your dishes? Call upon the sommelier to select the best wine for your palate from the cast wine cellar visible behind glass panels.
Halloween Spooktacular Fun
This October half term, grab the kids and join the spellbindingly wicked Halloween Trick or Treat Trail. Explore areas of Covent Garden you may never have been to before whilst testing your observation skills and learning some fun facts. But best of all, along the way, you will collect some awesome treats and offers from fang-tastic contributors. It’s not just for the kids! As well as a sweet treat for your little ones, The Lamb and Flag, Bow Street Tavern and The Marquis pubs are offering discounts on drinks for the adults too – just in case you get parched along the route. Plus, there is also a photo competition to win a special Halloween prize for anyone who shares photos from the trail on Instagram. Bonus points go to anyone doing the trail in fancy dress! Register for the Spooktacular Halloween Trick or Treat Trail 2023 – its free!
Well known for being the best value theme park in the UK, and for the much-loved Peppa Pig World experience, Paultons Park in Hampshire is back for another year with even more spooky fun to be had with their Halloween Spooktacular! From Peppa Pig World’s spooky Halloween makeover, Rides in the dark, The Fairy Garden decorated with webs and pumpkins, The Legend of Paultons Manor show, there is something for everyone to enjoy!
Art & Culture
This Autumn, take in the history of one of the world’s most iconic fashion houses at the Victoria and Albert Museum. The first UK exhibition dedicated to the work of French couturière, Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel, charting the establishment of the House of CHANEL and the evolution of her iconic design style which continues to influence the way women dress today. The offer includes a full English Breakfast, 2 tickets to the Gabrielle Chanel Fashion Manifesto exhibition and Gabrielle Chanel Fashion Manifesto Coffee Table book for suite bookings.
Christy, the near 175-year-old British heritage brand credited with creating towelling as we know it today, is to be the centre of an exhibition, called The Crafting of Christy, at London’s Museum of Brands. From originally showcasing at the Great Exhibition and being the towelling brand of choice for Queen Victoria – whose royal seal will be on display within the ‘Royals Cabinet’ – to present day and the brand’s role in sporting culture, the exhibit will, for the first time in Christy’s rich past, visually demonstrate its role and significance in British history. The exhibition will be open to the public daily until 31st October 2023. Entry is £9 for adults, £7 for concessions and students. More information can be found on the Museum of Brands’ website.
New for 2023, Discover Hub – Grow is an exciting mix of science and creativity for three days for schools, families and the general public. From art exhibitions and craft activities to fun interactive demonstrations and games learning about eyes, neurones, medicinal plants, workings of the body and more. This free event is held on 19th, 20th and 21st October at Holborn Library.
Get into the Spirit of Christmas
The Spirit of Christmas Fair returns to Olympia London from 30th October to 5th November with festive inspiration from over 700 exciting independent brands. Discover a diverse collection of carefully curated gifts from small independent brands and designer-makers, each one picked for its originality and quality and brought together for this seven-day event. Discerning shoppers can expect a diverse collection of curated gifts to shop from to satisfy all their gifting needs including toys, fashion, homeware, and stylish décor as well as the finest food and drink from award-winning artisans and producers. For more information and details on how to get tickets, please visit their website.
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This October half term, grab the kids and join the spellbindingly wicked Halloween Trick or Treat Trail. Explore areas of Covent Garden you may never have been to before whilst testing your observation skills and learning some fun facts. But best of all, along the way, you will collect some awesome treats and offers from fang-tastic contributors. It’s not just for the kids! As well as a sweet treat for your little ones, The Lamb and Flag, Bow Street Tavern and The Marquis pubs are offering discounts on drinks for the adults too – just in case you get parched along the route. Plus, there is also a photo competition to win a special Halloween prize for anyone who shares photos from the trail on Instagram. Bonus points go to anyone doing the trail in fancy dress! Register for the 
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