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Off to the London Dungeons to learn about London's gruesome past, after which we walked across London Bridge with the intention of taking the boys to St Pauls. Unbeknownst to us the it was closed for a special service for the Royal Family and final day of Jubilee Celebrations - unfortunately we had just missed them leaving.....but there was some speculation that they unofficially may be driving by again. Boys were starving - so we stopped at Yo! Sushi (Struan stayed outside just incase) - they had just selected their choices from the train, when Stru start's screaming for us to come outside - and right there Charles and Camilla, Will and Kate drive by - then another minute later The Queen - front row, and she waved at the boys - amazing. After that we ... read more

Paddington train station - what a wonderful welcome to London, with all it's grandeur and history. The weather was not as welcoming, a chilly 12 degrees and falling - but our hotel, or rather apartment was a pleasant surprise. Gorgeous old guilding in the heart of Bayswater, a block from Hyde Park - 3 spacious bedrooms, with 2 bathrooms - lounge and kitchen upstairs and our own courtyard - what more could we ask for! In an effort to stay awake we took the kids into the West End, with the masses that had enjoyed the flotilla and pageant from the Jubilee - total chaos and an eye opening introduction to London - a lot of yob-like behaviour from the Queen's subjects.... read more

Kids are excited, Mum & Dad are stressed about how much there is to get done before we go.... read more