14-year-old sister Grace on Facebook) was that One Direction and all the X Factor wannabes were going to be at the VIP preview for Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park. Fortunately, I was already on the guest list, so we went along with high hopes

It’s harder to pass the audition stage at the GLTC than it is on X Factor, which is why its range of products is such a winner. As well as toys, there’s a choice of gifts to cater for everyone.Don't Miss... Great Little Trading Co showcase

a different approach to casting and avoided child model agencies, instead choosing to cast exceptional children with entertainment talents. "I wanted more authenticity," he says. Marks & Spencer also wanted to capture the spirit of the 'X Factor

in time.Star attractions As well as watching the tiny railway trains clickety-clack by, Beckonscot has a light railway so larger passengers can go for a ride.Family X-Factor So many places to go, so many people to see. A visit to Beckonscot is a multitude

was based in a small car park in Kent.Family X-Factor For those too young to operate heavy machinery, play areas and sandpits are available for small scale construction efforts, look out for park mascot, Duggy, who may even appear to lend a helping hand

Hi, it's me, Joe.How camp am I these days? One minute, I am chiling at Camp Bestival, the next I'm rocking at a party for Camp Rock 2. Yesterday, I headed off to Koko in Camden Town for the filming of Disney Channel UK's own version of the X Factor

with amazing popping candy - very retro!There were a few chocolate-loving celebrities joining in the celebrations, including X Factor favourite Paije Richardson, Strictly Come Dancing's Karen Hardy and athlete Denise Lewis enjoying the chocolate drinks

Hi, it's me, Joe.What were you up to on Saturday night? Snuggled up on the sofa watching Strictly? Or maybe shouting “I could sing better than that!” as you watch X Factor. Not me. I was actually roaming around London Zoo and listening to the lion

of choice, the peaceful pine woodlands are a squirrel’s paradise. Tiptoe through the trees and keep your eyes peeled…Family X-Factor Those sand dunes just cry out for pell mell downhill sprints and roly-poly races. And there are three picnic areas where you

the science stuff.Family X-Factor Leafy green tranquillity just a mile from the city centre.Not many people know this but… The Herbarium contains more than three million preserved plant species. Special events From August 16–September 4 come and see Jungle