I am standing with two children 42 metres above the ground, overlooking the murky waters of the Thames and feeling safe as houses. We're at the Tower Bridge Exhibition, taking a look inside the monument that's dominated the London skyline

12 family-friendly ways to usher in 2012 in style... HOT SPOT 1. Whether you plan to brave or escape the fireworks at midnight, the South Bank Centre's Winter Festival offers kids' shows (White, Slava's Snowshow), outdoor market, Winter Garden Grotto, carousel

We've had oodles of family fun around London this year but one of the most exciting things we did was riding a speedboat along the Thames. It wasn't just thrilling, it was thrillaxing. We were invited on the Thames RIB Experience by

We've handpicked some cracking activities and events for London kids and families this Christmas. SIGHTS & SCENES LEGO Christmas Tree (pic) at St. Pancras Station, NW1 Built over 2 months using 600,000 bricks and decorated with LEGO baubles made by local school

Is it that time of year already? The reindeers are back in Covent Garden, the ice rinks are opening and the Christmas countdown has begun. And with the Lord Mayor's fireworks finale, it's set to be a spectacular weekend for

Thrillax? Just do it. Babes about Town experienced serious thrillaxation last week bombing up the Thames on a speed boat. Yeah baby. The Thames RIB Experience takes you on a part leisurely, part adrenaline-packed tour (with wisecracking guide) from

Le freak, c'est chic. Sink your teeth into our London Kids Halloween events guide! Babes Choice Sun 23: One Bigg Party at Fulham Palace, SW6 (Putney Bridge tube) A fangtastic mix of entertainers, workshops, stalls and prizes for ages 2-10. 11am-6pm, child £16.50/adult

So much to do with kids in London this half-term, the mind boggles. We've selected our top 10 events and some more daily picks to keep the whole family busy. Have a good one! TOP 10 October Half-Term Events 1. Moscow State