Lego Superstore, Leicester Square, London and BuildToGive

Erbie, likes his Lego, mainly mini-figures which he uses in various epic battles and for making stop-motion animations. In fact TheGR recently announced that if we added up the value of all the Lego Erbie has in various containers, it would probably amount to thousands of pounds. This being the case we thought we had better take him to the (not so), new Lego store in Leicester Square for a visit. 

Strangely you need to queue before entering, although it was only for 5 minutes, and they employ cheery bowler-hatted staff to talk to you while you wait, it seemed a little unnecessary to me. 

Just inside the entrance was a great Lego construction of Big Ben, who seems to be popping up as our Christmas icon this year.

Lego Big Ben, Leicester Square, London

The stairwell has marvellous Lego murals of London landmarks along the Thames, such as the London Eye, the Chard and the Gherkin.

London mural in © Lego, Leicester Square

As well as Tower Bridge. The Houses of Parliment and Westminster Abbey.

Lego London mural, Leicester Square store, London

Lego London Underground Map

What Erbie loves about visiting a Lego store is getting to build his own minifigures. It is a great way to get pieces you want, such as different hairstyles or accessories.

Build your own ©Lego minifigure

There were some fun models to interact with, such as the Harry Potter sorting hat, Erbie declined the wand offered by a staff member for photo opportunities.

Lego Harry Potter Sorting hat

There were also festive baubles for sale containing a make-your-own Lego reindeer, penguin or snowman.

Lego Snowball mini figure ornaments

Lego penguin holiday bauble £6.99

It being the time for giving - LEGO also have an awesome project RIGHT NOW. 

Build your own Lego Christmas ornament and take it to a Lego store between now and 9th December 2018 or simply share an image of it online with the hashtag #BuildToGive and Lego will donate a Lego playset to a child in need for every ornament but and shared.

To find out more visit the LEGO website: www.lego.com/en-gb/campaigns/build-to-give

All images W1mum, not affiliated with Lego at all.