The shop’s owner is possibly the friendliest person we’ve ever met, and chats away to me with Babu on her lap while I browse.
Hackney
Let them scare themselves silly with spooky screenings, disturbing dress up, haunted house parties and monstrous messy play.
When the smoke, sirens and society in general become suffocating, get yourself down to one of the capital’s many city farms.
The whole “it’s a playgroup on a bus lol” thing is its initial draw, but this is one you’ll return to again and again.
I’m a bit of a yoga novice (read: shit) and had no idea what to do when we were told to “do your own thing” on the mats so I just sort of lay there like a dead fish.
Not your average kids’ shop by any means – and definitely one to bear in mind when you’re in the market for something a bit special.
25 ways to entertain culture-hungry little Londoners without spending a penny, by Kerri Burton
From child-led playgroups to parent-focused gigs; lively mummy-and-me yoga classes to calm, childcare-inclusive mothers’ retreats – we give you the definitive, tried-and-tested top 100 activities for little Londoners and their adults.
Helpful staff, aesthetic beauty and a great mix of educational activities – not necessarily the things kids will care about but all so necessary for parents.
The old, new, commonplace and downright weird coexist in perfect harmony, making for an utterly fascinating day out.
bablands.com 