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London isn't quite the urban jungle some parent's fear: it's positively packed with playgrounds which, even on overcast days, will bring out a sunny disposition in not just your kids, but also in you, however shattered you may be inside. Emmy Watts (brilliant author of our Opinionated Guide to Kids' London) is back with advice on the very best outdoor playgrounds in the capital. From challenging structures and fairy tale-themed play areas to artist-designed parks and Brutalist rock gardens, this pithy guide will take you on a tour of the most innovative, aesthetically pleasing and downright weird playgrounds from Hackney to Hammersmith. Whether your little Londoner is a fearless scrambler or a nature-loving dreamer, there are enough swings (and roundabouts, treehouses and monkey bars) for everyone so you won't go climbing up the walls.

This is the second edition of Hoxton Mini Press's unashamedly biased, deeply opinionated (and very popular) guide to Vegan London. With over 15 new suggestions of brilliant new ethical eateries (and some places that have fallen out of flavour taken out), this pocket-sized companion that is a must for anyone that cares about the planet as much as their taste buds. From dirty burgers to superfood bowls, fine dining to cheese mongers, it's clear that veganism has come of age. And we shoould all be thankful, not just the cows

London is full of things to do with kids. The problem is many of them are a high-stress, plastic-filled, over-priced parents' nightmare. That's where our highly opinionated guide comes in. Emmy Watts (brilliant author of our Opinionated Guide to Kids' London) is back with advice on the very best things to do with not-so-little Londoners. From climbing walls to trampoline parks, interactive art galleries to slime-making workshops, discover Emmy's unabashedly opinionated selection of the coolest, most creative places in the capital - guaranteed to inspire adults and big kids alike.

For a long time, Margate was overlooked and ignored. The grand hotels crumbled, the theme park shut down and even the mods eventually left. Well, not anymore. Margate is back and better than ever. From mysterious grottos to seaside small plates, boutique hotels and cosy cocktail bars, we will help you to make the most out the sea-breeze and discover the joys of this revitalised dreamland. Whether you're in the mood to stuff your face with fish and chips, have a mosey around an exhibitions or brace yourself for a wild swim, this guide will tell you in no uncertain terms how to have the time of your life in Margate. This is part of a growing series of opinionated guides which offer straight-talking insider's advice.

Some people say you shouldn't take your kids to nice restaurants. Well, we disagree. London is full of excellent eateries with inventive, progressive menus that are also family-friendly, fun and fuss-free. Emmy Watts (brilliant author of our Opinionated Guide to Kids' London) is back with expert advice on where to get both white table cloths and red ketchup. This book avoids the obvious or tired high street chains and replaces them with surprising finds that will please both tired parents and wired children alike, and where, if you want to linger over your dessert, they can tire themselves out on arcade games, bowling alleys, pinball machines and soft play. From mouth watering mezze to scrumptious street food (as well as plenty of pizzas, pastas and pancakes, of course), your little Londoners will be certified foodies in no time.

You can do pretty much anything you like in London. But it will probably cost a fortune - and might not be worth it anyway. That's where our highly opinionated guide comes in. London is full of excellent places to go and things to do that are totally gratis. The best things in life are. Emmy Watts (brilliant author of our Opinionated Guides to Eco London and Kid's London) is back with advice on the very best outings that won't eat your overdraft. From galleries and green spaces to flower markets and subterranean tunnels, discover Emmy's unabashedly opinionated selection of the coolest, most creative places in the capital. This is part of a growing series of opinionated guides which offer straight-talking insider's advice on what to do and see in London.

You don't need us to tell you that people travel from all over the world to visit London's museums. But while you've probably already plodded round the V&A and gawped at dinosaur skeletons at the Natural History Museum, this guide will introduce you to all the greatest collections, archives and house museums that you've never heard of but won't be able to stop talking about once you visit. From elephant skulls at the Grant Museum to hidden masterpieces at Leighton House and medical memorabilia at St Bart's Hospital, there's more to discover than Egyptian mummies and medieval manuscripts (although those are excellent too).

Look at a London tube map and you'd be forgiven for thinking there wasn't much going on south of the river. But you'd be gravely mistaken. Home to diverse communities, thriving creative institutions and countless exciting food and drink options, south London is an integral part of the capital's varied arts scene. Mooch around some of London's best galleries, get lost in its sprawling green spaces, feast on culinary delights from all corners of the world and visit that famous pink staircase - south London has it all and more - you just have to know where to find it. This is part of a growing series of opinionated guides which offer no-nonsense insider's advice on what to do and see in Britain.