Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch Autumn Season 2026 announced

The Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch is one of our favorite places to go to see a bit of theatre. They have released their autumn 2026 schedule of events which include family shows and adult shows, all throughout the season. For those of you who have never been to the Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch, it’s a single theatre venue, with a bar, cafe, and a little children’s play area. Getting there ahead of your show allows you to order drinks or even have a little pastry at their cafe, which is always lovely.

The Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch’s Autumn 2026 season covers the next shows over the months of August, September, October, and November. There are a variety of different shows from children’s plays to horror-themed performances, to comedies. The use of the stage at this theatre is also always fantastic – transforming it to meet the needs of the show. We most recently went there to see There’s a Monster in your Show, a children’s performance, but have also seen tribute acts, farces, and of course pantomimes.

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Climbing Great St. Mary’s Church

When somewhere says they have the greatest views of a city we are in, we have to take a look. I am not sure why, it’s just always something that we end up doing. So, when we saw a sign outside Great St. Mary’s Church saying it was the best view of Cambridge, we went in to climb the towers! Great St. Mary’s Church is also known as the University Church of Cambridge, built in 1209. The building was then rebuilt in the Perpendicular Gothic style between 1478 and 1608, with the university’s bells added to it.

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Cold Bath Bomb – Little pick-me-up

[Ad – Gifted Products] LUSH have such a fantastic range of bath bombs – they are absolutely our favorite things to purchase from LUSH. One of their newest items is the Cold Bath Bomb, which is a bath bomb made for when you are feeling a little under the weather or when you are starting to feel rundown. As someone who travels quite often and has kids who go to so many clubs and activities, we do get colds from time to time.

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Zano Bow – Small, Hand Bow-and-Arrow

[Ad- gifted products] It’s been quite nice weather in England, as spring starts to show itself again. As is the way when the sun starts to go out, we’ve started digging out some outdoor toys to play around with! This time, we have the Zano Bow which is a sort of single-hand bow, that’s super portable, and can even be used inside! The Zano Bow feels like a smaller version of a bowl that almost is hand-sized.

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Protecting Your Phone Without Sacrificing Style

Your smartphone is one of your most valuable possessions, and it’s constantly at risk. Whether it’s a tumble off the kitchen counter, a spill during dinner prep, or just the wear and tear of daily family life, your phone needs protection. But protection doesn’t have to mean bulky, boring cases that hide your device. Today’s phone cases offer both durability and style, letting you express your personality while keeping your investment safe.

Finding the right case for your lifestyle is about balancing several factors: how much protection you need, your aesthetic preferences, and how often you’re willing to swap things out. For families juggling work, kids’ activities, and everything in between, a quality phone case is less of a luxury and more of a necessity. Whether you’re looking for something sleek and minimal or bold and protective, there are options designed for every situation and preference. When it comes time to upgrade or replace your current case, you might explore options like an iPhone 17 Pro case to see what’s available in the current market.

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