Author Archive: AnneE
Anne has two adorable kids and a love of all things South West… so look out for her tips on everything from Devon and Cornwall to Wimbledon and Clapham. She has checked out lots of the indoor play centres, parks and gardens on the website, and can always be relied on for great tips on travelling with kids.
Top 3 London Shops for Children
My top 3 spots for shopping in London with children are… 1. John Lewis (www.johnlewis.com) It has got to be John Lewis at number 1. They have great facilities for Mums and Dads including changing facilities and parenting rooms for feeding so you don’t have to rush to get back to feed your baby (especially [...]
Oasis Children’s Nature Garden
Larkhall Lane London SW9 Oasis Childrens Nature Garden is one of the only wildlife gardens just for children. The garden boasts an array of natural habitats such as a wildflower meadow, woodland, two wildlife ponds and a wetland area, a nectar garden, a cottage garden and a sensory trail. Children can enjoy the garden at [...]
Kensington Gardens
Kensington London W2 There is so much to do here. Two playgrounds – see Diana Memorial Park for more details. Walk / cycle / picnic. Peter Pan Sculpture, sailing pond, childrens entertainment in summer. Exhibitions at Serpentine Gallery and Kensington Palace. Couple of cafes Opening Hours: 6am – dusk all year Website: Visit Kensington Gardens [...]
Richmond Park
London TW10 5HS Richmond Park, at almost 1000 hectares (2500 acres), is the largest Royal Park in London and is home to around 650 free roaming deer. The Park is designated as a National Nature Reserve (NNR), a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and a Special Area of Conservation (SAC). You can hire bikes [...]
Holland Park
London W8 6LU Holland Park is the largest park in the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea, with grassy areas, woodlands, and formal gardens. There are plenty of sports facilities and some play areas, including a separate area for under-8s, an Ecology centre, and a child friendly cafe. The Ecology Centre at Holland Park runs [...]
The Royal Botanic Gardens – Kew
Surrey TW9 3AB Kew Gardens has something for everyone, rain or shine. Children will love the treetop walkways, the Evolution House, the stag beetle loggery, badger sett and visiting the peacocks at the Waterlily pond. On rainy days, your family can keep nice and dry in the glasshouses or have a look at some marine [...]
Arc in the Park
Hermit Road Recreation Ground, Bethell Avenue London E16 4JT Arc in the Park is a free inclusive adventure playground which promotes the development of children and young people (5-14 years), using out of school play activities and holiday play projects Opening Hours: Term-time: Monday closed, Tuesday – Friday 3.30pm – 6.30pm, Saturday 9.30am-4pm. School Holidays: [...]
Wimbledon Park
Wimbledon Park Road London SW19 This is a great park with everything from great childrens playground to crazy golf to tennis courts to a boating lake. With lots of space to run around and a very friendly cafe in the park to meet your refreshment needs. Opening Hours: Mon – Fri 8am to dusk, Sat [...]
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