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It’s officially Autumn and with the leaves turning gold and a chill in the air we all know it’s time to take that jacket out of hibernation once again or shop for a fabulous new one! London is bursting with activities this season and here is a pick of our favourite things to do. The famous Trafalgar Square hosts many events all year round and October 12 th marks this year’s Diwali celebrations. Partake in the ‘ Festival of Lights’ and experience traditional Asian music and dance before exploring the bazaar and watching the dazzling fireworks. http://bit.ly/1okt533 Daylight Saving Time ends on the 26 th October and that means shorter days and longer nights! London is at its most beautiful in the dark so why not make the most of this opportunity and admire the lights at Piccadilly Circus or Harrods ? http://bit.ly/1my1pft Ghosts and ghouls are not the only ones who love Halloween in London! Why not take a trip to the London Dungeon on the 31 st October and get scar...

Kids are very important to us here at Cheval Residences and with the schools on Summer holiday we feel it’s our duty to help you keep them busy and inspire their little minds with culture and lifestyle activities. This season across our social platforms we have focused on activities for #Kids this #SummerInTheCity. Join us as we collate the best kid friendly events this Summer in London. Visit the V&A Museum of Childhood for a spot of sandcastle assembly in the grand sand pit or marvel at children’s author Jacqueline Wilson’s Daydreams and Diaries exhibition which celebrates all things Wilson, giving you a chance to find out about her childhood, early career and what inspired her to write. V&A Museum of Childhood, Cambridge Heath Rd, London E2 9PA http://bit.ly/1hXPkMv If the kids are obsessed with Wilson’s work then why not see the book come to life in the form of Hetty Feather: Live on Stage? The 40 show limited run just so happens to be the authors favourite...

Why not picnic in one of London’s sun kissed parks this Spring time? London’s very own Harvey Nichols and Harrods both offer gorgeous picnic hampers to enjoy featuring quaint crackers, creamy cheeses and tangy marmalades, to name just few. If you’re feeling adventurous why not visit Whole Foods market on Kensington High Street to make up a hamper of your own and then mosey on over to the beautiful Kensington Gardens? Kensington Gardens shares its home with Hyde Park separated only by the Serpentine Lake. If the children behave themselves why not treat them to a ride on a pedal boat after your scrumptious picnic treats? The gardens also pay tribute to the Princess Diana of Wales with a memorial playground featuring an impressive wooden pirate ship for the kids to enjoy. A bronze statue of Peter Pan also sits by the lake inspiring kids to ‘never grow up’ and stay young at heart. Harvey Nichols, Whole Foods market and Kensington Gardens are all just a short walk away from Che...

Spring is the most glorious time of the year with daffodils blossoming and long lazy afternoons, there’s just so much you can pack into your sun filled waking hours. With Easter on the horizon, London is blooming with activities for the whole family to enjoy! Here’s a pick of our favourites this April. London Wetland Centre Farmyard animals are the essence of Easter so why not take the young ones to meet the new born baby ducklings at the London Wetland Centre just a 10/15 minute taxi ride from our gorgeous West London collection of residences? While you’re there why not also take part in an Easter egg trail, egg painting session with the children or borrow a net and discover wildlife in the pond! For dates, times and more information check out http://goo.gl/I9J4BO . The V&A Museum At the V&A kids can borrow a back pack and experience ' Chinese adventures' and 'Middle Eastern marvels' this Spring.  Each pack can be rented free of charge with activ...

The beach and the pier Cheval Three Quays will be ready for you summer 2014 in London Brighton is a town on the south coast of England, just under 100 miles from London. Since the arrival of the railroad in 1841, the city attracts tourists, who go to spend the day or a season near the ocean. In recent years, have been considered one of the most beloved beach destinations in the UK, and it is not rare to see the adjectives "trendy", "cool" and "hip" to the name of the city. So if your stay in the land of the Queen you should pay a short visit to the coast! Brighton is not your normal sand beach. It is a pebble beach! And as the weather is not always the best and you can not rely on the sun even at the height of the English summer, you need to have fun. In the case of English seaside towns, the fun usually comes in the form of a pier, where they are installed bars, restaurants, and an amusement park for children. The Brighton Pier, a beautiful s...

Hyde Park Cheval Hyde Park Gate is a few steps from Hyde Park in London Summer is just a few days away and the urge to stay every possible second outside starts to grow on us. The sun, the brise combined with friends, the loved one or even just by yourself, the parks are the best way to enjoy summer. To read a book, relax, enjoy a snack with friends (have you seen our post about summer wines ?) or get a little sun tanned, big parks or little ones are the best option to get the best out of this much waited season.  Luckily, London has many parks and gardens to enjoy the sun. Here is the top 5 parks not to be missed when spending the sunny days in the city. And if you don't have time to stay in the park, at least try to pass through them during the day. It is just worth it as the famous attractions.  Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens Hyde Park is one of the largest parks that London has to offer. Located in central London, the park provides visitors a peacef...