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7 Things to do for Mother’s Day in London 14 Mar 2019 Seven Special Things to do for Mother’s Day in London With Mother’s Day coming up on Sunday 31st March, we thought we’d give you a round-up of all the fun things to do for Mother’s Day in London right across the weekend. Treat your Mums this Mother’s Day! Go for Brunch The Merlin Events... Read More

Halloween Party Ideas – 6 tips you need to know 15 Oct 2018 Halloween originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts. It also marked the end of summer and the beginning of the dark, cold winter, a time of year that was often associated with human death. In America they really go for it –... Read More

Fully Kosher Packages for Simchas now at Madame Tussauds 20 Jun 2018 We’re excited that we’ve just launched a brand new fully Kosher inclusive package for Simchas in London at our award winning, themed venue in the centre of London; Madame Tussauds. We take pride in organising the most show-stopping Bar Mitzvahs and Bat Mitzvahs that family and friends will be talking about for years and Madame Tussauds... Read More

A Right Royal Do – have you succumbed to Royal Wedding Fever? 16 May 2018 There’s nothing like a royal wedding to get this country pulling together – we just love a big party, and the more glitzy the better. Let’s face it, when it comes to tradition, pageantry and all things, well, British, we truly excel. We’ve finally given into Royal Wedding Fever and now with hours before the... Read More

Father’s Day – a worldwide occasion to celebrate your dad! 15 May 2018 What does Father’s Day mean to you? Do you have a shortlist already of things to do on Father’s Day? Does the date slip your mind (it’s 17 June this year by the way!), do you treat your dad to an octane-fuelled exciting treat or do you think it’s a faddish excuse to make us spend... Read More

Brand NEW Rainforest Adventure at SEA LIFE London Aquarium 05 Apr 2018 Come and meet the Amazon’s famous inhabitants… For many of us, taking a trip to the Amazonian Rainforest is merely a pipe dream. Not only do you need a lot of pennies, but when it comes down to it the thought of wearing leech socks, smothering yourself in stinky mosquito cream and risking Dengue fever... Read More

Keeping up with the trends for Children’s Parties 03 Apr 2018 Gone are the days when basic kids party venues, a bowl of jelly, birthday cake, pass-the-parcel and musical chairs would be all that’s needed for the perfect children’s party. The stakes have been raised and the pressure is on. Not only are we expected to spend hours researching the perfect kids party venues, food, games... Read More

18 today – Happy Birthday to the Coca-Cola London Eye! 09 Mar 2018 Traditionally when you turn 18 you’re meant to get the keys of the door symbolising unfettered freedom as you become an adult in the eyes of the law. When you’re the world’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel it’s a little different – but nonetheless it is an important milestone so we intend to have some fun! ... Read More

Mothers Day Gift Ideas 07 Mar 2018 Mothers Day! It’s the one day of the year when we all stop and thank our mums, and it’s just around the corner – March 11th 2018 to be exact. If you are anything like me, Mothers Day really sneaks up on you and although there has been plenty of advertising for ‘the perfect gift’ in the... Read More

Case Study: Bar Mitzvah at Madame Tussauds 01 Feb 2018 Rosie Leigh is an Events Manager at Merlin Events London. On event night, she heads up the dedicated team responsible to deliver the evening’s proceedings. Here’s her take on a recent event – a Madame Tussauds Bar Mitzvah. Case Study One of the main challenges of organising a Bar Mitzvah is getting it absolutely perfect... Read More