If you\u2019re in Covent Garden catching the sales, why not visit the London Transport Museum and enjoy their Christmas holidays<\/a> family fun event. Take part in family friendly parachute games and follow a snowflake on its journey from the sky to the streets of London. With these create and craft activities, get hands on and with junk modelling and let the kids create their very own mini snow mobile.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t forget the LEGO Snow Globe<\/a> featuring 120,000 LEGO bricks. \u00a0It took Duncan Titmarsh, the UK\u2019s only Certified LEGO Professional, 75 days to build. London themed, it features some of London\u2019s most iconic building including The Shard, Big Ben, Nelson\u2019s Column and The London Eye. Press a magic button and watch in delight as the snow starts to fall on the LEGO scene.<\/p>\n When: 29th December – 4th January Green Walks Across London<\/strong><\/p>\n Hidden amongst London are a wonderful array of nature reserves, towpath walks and green walkways waiting to be explored. \u00a0The longest linear nature reserve Parkland Walk<\/a> running from Alexandra Palace to Finsbury park is definitely worth a visit, a former railway line it\u2019s a perfect place to meander with the kids on their new bikes. Another gem the Thames Path Walk<\/a> is the main artery of London covering a magical 40 miles (64 km) of easy, level walking on both sides of the river from Hampton Court Palace, through the heart of London to the East India Dock on the north bank and the River Darent on the south bank.<\/p>\n When: whenever Kurt Jackson: River at the Horniman Museum and Gardens<\/strong><\/p>\n The Horniman Museum and Gardens is a wonderful place to take the family \u00a0after the feasting and festing of Christmas. Enjoy a breathe of fresh air as you stroll or run around the gardens and enjoy a snack in the cafe. Refuelled and recharged – \u00a0pop inside the museum and visit the aquarium, the music gallery and the Natural History Gallery. \u00a0This December there is a unique chance to see a selection of paintings and sculpture from British artist Kurt Jackson’s<\/a> different river projects, including the River Thames, \u00a0from the last three decades.<\/p>\n When: now until 25th January Light up the Night at the National Gallery<\/strong><\/p>\n Light up the Night <\/a>and be inspired by the glittering gold you can find in the paintings at The National Gallery. Artists Karly Allen and Gayna Pelham will show you how to create a celebratory paper lantern to take home or add to a twinkling lamplight display with this drop in family event .<\/p>\n A two minute walk from Trafalgar Square, go and see the Christmas Tree. The Norwegian Spruce is a gift from the people of Norway to London to say thank you for Britain\u2019s support during World War II. This historic tradition has happened every year since 1947<\/p>\n When: Sunday 28th – Tuesday 30th December, drop in sessions 11am -1pm & 2pm – 4pm Edward Scissorhands at Sadler\u2019s Wells Theatre<\/strong><\/p>\n Based on the classic Tim Burton movie and featuring the beautiful music of Danny Elfman and Terry Davies, Matthew Bourne\u2019s Edward Scissorhands<\/a> \u00a0touching and witty love story tells the bittersweet tale of a boy left alone and unfinished in a strange new world. \u00a0\u00a0Revitalised for a whole new generation of dance lovers and theatregoers, Bourne takes a fresh new look at this modern fairytale. This \u00a0magical dance production is wonderful; energetic, funny, sad and enchanting – \u00a0\u00a0and it snows at the end!<\/p>\n When: until 11th January Hampton Lido<\/strong><\/p>\n Enjoy a swim with a difference and head to Hampton Lido. \u00a0<\/a>Open 365 days of the year, \u00a0this heated pool is warm whatever the weather. And if it\u2019s \u2018cold outside\u2019 baby, the pool takes on an ethereal look as a wonderful mist rises out of the warm waters. There\u2019s a cafe for hot drinks and snacks after and if you\u2019ve driven, then you’re only a short drive from Hampton Court<\/a>. You can enjoy the ambience of Hampton Court and the cafe there without paying to enter and there\u2019s an ice rink<\/a> to – open til 4th January.<\/p>\n When: whenever Ice Skating at Somerset House<\/strong><\/p>\n Celebrate the festive season in style at London\u2019s most beautiful ice rink. Enjoy a day time skate and check out the new Polar Bear stabilisers (there\u2019s even a polar bear club for young children) or book for when the sun goes down and you might be able to squeeze in some apres-skate with a naughty cocktail or indulgent fondue; hot choc\u2019s for the kids. This year Somerset House have partnered with Fortnum and Mason\u2019s and as well as Fortnum\u2019s Lodge (offering tasty pastries, welsh rabbit and other delights), there is a Christmas Arcade – 15 elegant rooms will be dedicated to showcasing Fortnum\u2019s festive favourites \u00a0– it\u2019s like a Fortnum and Mason\u2019s mini me.<\/p>\n When: until 11th January 2015 Isabella Plantation, Richmond Park<\/strong><\/p>\n Stream walking in the Isabella Plantation \u2013 don your wellie boots, fill that flask with hot chocolate and discover the botanical beauty of the Isabella Plantation in Richmond Park. A perfect place to enjoy a magical day outdoors after the indulgence of Christmas \u2013 imagine other worlds as you walk through the streams and garden, it is a true paradise for little people.<\/p>\n For information about Isabella Plantation<\/a>, click here; \u00a0Find other royal parks near you by clicking here<\/a><\/p>\n When: whenever Lines in the Ice at The British Library<\/strong><\/p>\n Journey to the British Library for this new exhibition entitled: Lines in the Ice: Seeking the Northwest Passage<\/a>. \u00a0It examines why Europeans are drawn to explore the Arctic and, in particular, the fabled Northwest Passage. The exhibition displays early European maps of the Arctic, Inuit accounts of the coming of the explorers, writings from the search for Franklin, early Arctic photography and much more. It also unearths the history of the North Pole\u2019s most famous resident \u2013 Santa. A stone\u2019s throw from One Granary Square – pop and see the fountains<\/a>; spectacular day and night!<\/p>\n When: until 29th March Walking in a Winter Wonderland<\/strong><\/p>\n Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park returns this year \u2013 more wondrous and wintrier than ever before with treats galore for all the family! With rides for all ages, a Christmas Market, ice-skating, The Magical Ice Kingdom, Zippos Circus and the Giant Observation Wheel – you\u2019ll be spoilt for choice! Enjoy our LittleBird top tips<\/a> for visiting with your family this year on our blog.<\/p>\n When: until 4th January 2015 School’s out for Christmas! And we’re all looking for some festive fun that doesn’t break the bank! We’ve compiled our top places to do with your family this Christmas holiday! 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\nWhere: London Transport Museum
\nAge: Storytelling 3 – 7, Crafting 4 – 12
\nCost: Entry to the Museum is \u00a315 and your ticket is then valid for a year – children go free. All events are free once you\u2019re in.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\nWhere: Various locations across London
\nAge: families
\nCost: Free<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\nWhere: Horniman Museum and Gardens
\nAge: Families
\nCost: Entrance to the Museum and Gardens is free. A charge is made for the Aquarium.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\nWhere: National Gallery
\nAge: 5 – 11
\nCost: Free<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\nWhere: Sadler\u2019s Wells Theatre
\nAge: 5+
\nCost: Tickets from \u00a312.50<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\nWhere: Hampton Court Lido
\nAge: Families
\nCost: A family ticket, depending on when you go costs between \u00a314.45 – \u00a319.55<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\nWhere: Somerset House
\nAge: families
\nCost: tickets start at \u00a38.80<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\nWhere: Richmond Park
\nAge: families
\nCost: Free<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\nWhere: The British Library
\nAge: Families
\nCost: free<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\nWhere: Hyde Park
\nAge: families
\nCost: Free to enter – rides and attractions are accessed by tokens, which cost \u00a31 each and are available at token booths. Shows are ticketed and booking is advised<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"