As I enter the final year of my 30s, I thought I s As I enter the final year of my 30s, I thought I share with you some pictures of mine at 9 months, 9 years, 19 years, 29 years  to today 39 years old of age. Looking back at each decade, I feel both ‘older’ and ‘younger’, I see the change in my features, the change in my way of life, the change in my personality and the experience itched on my face. I am grateful for the life I have lived thus far and excited for the life I am yet to live. 
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2026 - 39, (Home, England), I am ready for this final year before my 40s but also ready for this next decade. 
2016 - 29, (Oslo, Norway), this decade was about self discovery and building the life I dreamt about. The life that I am super proud of and truly grateful to be living. This decade, I built my financial life and in later years choose to heal from the trauma gained in the last decade and now I feel well equipped for the future. 
2006 - 19, (Glasgow, Scotland), I thought I was grown (look at the cheekbones 🤣🤣) and ready for the world, chiiiild was I wrong, let’s just say, I am still resolving the trauma the decade brought me but I am grateful because I met my best friends and made decisions for the future I wanted to have. (Spoiler alert - I did better than I dreamed). 
1996 - 9, (Home, Zambia) this was my birthday but my little sister insisted she had to be the one in the middle. The only way we knew whose birthday it was, was by standing in the middle but this year I remember baby sister crying her eyes out and refusing 🤨
1988 - 9 months, (Chililabombwe, Zambia) although my mother looks tired and traumatised😟, I know I was loved and happy. 
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Attended #ascotraces for the second year running a Attended #ascotraces for the second year running and I am glad to have experienced the ‘Village enclosure’ this year, whilst I loved ‘Windsor enclosure’ last year, it’s not for me. Next year, I want Queen Anne’s enclosure. 💕 #girlsdayout #girlslikeus #ascotfashion
How I missed you my love 🥰🥰🥰 #hertripsabroad #bla How I missed you my love 🥰🥰🥰

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Tried being a #touristforaday and we chose #london Tried being a #touristforaday and we chose #london because why not. My feet still hurt from the thought of how much walking we did, the fact that we walked from #bigben to #buckinghampalace is still fresh on my mind. 

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So much happened and yet I can’t find the words.
It has been an amazing week here, definitely recom It has been an amazing week here, definitely recommend @iberostar in Agadir. 
#neverstopexploring #wanderlust #welltravelled #lifeofadventure #hertripsabroad
I spent a week in #dohaqatar and had the most rela I spent a week in #dohaqatar and had the most relaxing and fulfilling time of my life. Sometimes taking it slow and living in the moment is what the soul needs. 🥰🥰🥰
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I had such an amazing week in Doha, Qatar after no I had such an amazing week in Doha, Qatar after not visiting for almost 8years. 📍

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London Venues you might be surprised you can hire

London is an iconic city to visit and should be on everyone’s bucketlist to see it at least once. I am fortunate to be able to live so close to it but far enough not to be distracted by its business. We all know London like other major cities is an expensive city and for the most part with good reason. When thinking about things to do in London, you could cruise on the Thames and see many sites. Or you could just take some town and explore the city on foot with no expenses. But what if you’re looking to host a party or better yet find a venue affordable for your budget? There are many venues that many people didn’t know can be hired, for the right price.

On the blog I will share which are budget friendly and which are {or you can “go out to town with“} expensive. Whilst some of these might be expensive it does depend on what you want to get out of your venue.

Budget Friendly London Venues 

The Driver, an elegant boutique boasting three floors and a roof terrace to open budget friendly venues. The venue can hold up to a 100 people depending on the chosen space with the roof terrace holding up to 30 people. Depending on which floor you hire, there is a £250+ deposit (info accurate on date of this post). Having read through the reviews The Driver seems like an amazing place to hire for private events such as birthdays.

Whilst the Maker Wharf caters more to businesses small and large, it does have an awesome events hall which is spacious and has high ceilings. The space can be transformed into the event you desire but only offers 60 chairs and 10 tables. Definitely consider this divest venue for your next business conference or even wedding reception.

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Expensive Exceptional London Venues

Now when you want to go all out and find the perfect venue for your next milestone celebration {wedding} then think Ultimate Experience. I think every milestone should be celebrated in style, either go big or go home {I like home too} and live a little. Whilst the weather is not currently pleasant, thinking about summer party venues in london might cheer you up.  I know I love nothing more than attending parties especially summer parties because everything is just perfect.

The Foundling Museum is definitely an exceptional London venue because it offers something different to others. You don’t only get to experience an awesome place in the museum but can also check out the art galleries. It’s a haven for art lovers or those wishing to embrace the philanthropist life of The Foundling Museum.

Which venue or service would you consider hiring?

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  1. Good Eats says

    October 15, 2018 at 6:47 pm

    Encouraging to see so many choices to host a function that don’t break the bank. Thanks for the information.

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  2. Jennifer L. | Modern Chic Mag says

    May 2, 2017 at 5:17 am

    The Driver looks like an incredible venue. I would love to host a party at their roof terrace, overlooking the city.

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  3. MeetaK says

    May 1, 2017 at 10:03 am

    I love London and try to visit once a year – it’s such a melting pot of different cultures and styles. A few awesome tips here – will be checking them out on my next trip!

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  4. Kiwi says

    May 1, 2017 at 7:38 am

    I would love to visit London. I probably wont be hosting an event in London but you never know but these places sounds great!

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  5. My Teen Guide says

    April 28, 2017 at 12:29 pm

    Thanks for the information. I always thought you need a ton of money to visit London, but it is not true! There are budget friendly venues to stay and / or hold a party in without breaking the bank.

    Reply
  6. Mars says

    April 28, 2017 at 10:56 am

    London is on my bucketlist. Thanks for sharing a glimpse of London. I want also to experience the venues there. What a beautiful city.

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  7. Annemarie LeBlanc says

    April 28, 2017 at 9:32 am

    My cousin lives in London. I am sure he knows about these places, he’s just not telling me. Haha. Anyway, thanks for the information. It lifted the stigma of London being expensive.

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  8. Donna says

    April 28, 2017 at 8:25 am

    Oh gosh what a fab idea that would be, I would absolutely love to hold an event there!

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  9. David Elliott says

    April 28, 2017 at 7:39 am

    London was such a beautiful city. Between the venues you suggested I honestly wouldn’t know how to choose between them.

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  10. Tiffany La Forge says

    April 28, 2017 at 7:12 am

    These venues are so gorgeous! The Driver looks stunning. I love how bright and sunny that room is! 🙂

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  11. Maurene Cab says

    April 28, 2017 at 12:38 am

    We’ve been planning to visit London this fall. I’d love to learn more about this place. Thanks for your post.

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  12. Marysa says

    April 27, 2017 at 11:52 pm

    That would be so fun to rent one of these places for an event. What a dream to be able to plan something special in London!

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  13. tasnas says

    April 27, 2017 at 7:57 pm

    Ohhh, The Driver looks gorgeous. I have friends in London that host events and I am sharing this with them!

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  14. Pam says

    April 27, 2017 at 7:52 pm

    These sound like great venues for people wanting to hold a celebration or event in London! I know some friends who recently got married in London!

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  15. Kimberly M says

    April 27, 2017 at 7:16 pm

    That is the most darling table setting I’ve seen. It just screams SPRING!
    I wish that we had quaint little places like that around here. It’s just adorable.

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  16. Jennifer Hazel Quisenberry says

    April 27, 2017 at 7:04 pm

    I used to live in London, and still have many friends there. I’ll be sure to pass it on. We usually have our gatherings in SoHo.

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  17. Katie Kinsley says

    April 27, 2017 at 6:53 pm

    I would love to visit London one day! It’s amazing how many things there are to try in your own hometown without even leaving the country, too.

    Reply
  18. TaraTeaspoon says

    April 27, 2017 at 6:43 pm

    Oh isnt’ it amazing the great resources you have with a little investigating. That’s so nice of you to put it all in one place!

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  19. Sarah Bailey says

    April 27, 2017 at 6:00 pm

    Oh I bet it is amazing getting to set up your own even in the big city! These sound like some great venues as well to look into using.

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  20. tara pittman says

    April 27, 2017 at 5:44 pm

    To have an event in London would be awesome! Thanks for the info

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  21. Jeanette says

    April 27, 2017 at 2:42 pm

    At some point I would love to go check out London. My sister-in-law does a lot with weddings and she travels quite a bit so I will have to tell her about these venues in London.

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  22. Amber says

    April 27, 2017 at 2:07 pm

    How cool! I’d want to do that cruise on the Thames. It sounds wonderful.

    Reply
  23. Geekdad248 says

    April 27, 2017 at 1:52 pm

    I’ve always wanted to fly across the pond and visit London. My wife went before we met and doesn’t want to go back so I don’t know if that will ever be a reality though. Being able to plan out an economical trip might help my case.

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  24. tinagleisner says

    April 27, 2017 at 1:31 pm

    This is great because you otherwise, would only learn about these places through event planners. So I’m wondering if going directly makes these places more affordable. I’m supposed to go to London for a wedding next year & their goal is for us to stay in a castle … so rather curious about all this.

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  25. Robin Rue says

    April 27, 2017 at 12:39 pm

    These are all so beautiful. It is super helpful for people in Europe to know their options if they want to rent one of these out.

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  26. Candy Kage says

    April 27, 2017 at 12:32 pm

    The venues look beautiful and the tables are beautiful. Since I live in the United States I won’t be using these, but for anyone else living in London they have some great choices.

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