Parks and Gardens
Waterlow Park
Dartmouth Park Hill London N6 5HG Waterlow Park is a 26-acre park to the south east of Highgate Village, a short walk away from the Whittington Hospital. It was given to the public by Sir Sydney Waterlow, as a garden for the gardenless in 1889. Set on a hillside, the park offers fantastic scenic views [...]
Royal Hospital and Ranelagh Gardens
Royal Hospital Road London SW3 4SR The Ranelagh Gardens are the most undiscovered, under-utilised picnic grounds in Central London. There are trees, hills, gorgeous walkways and manicured beds. You can have a lovely stroll with the buggy, or bring your toddlers and let them run up and down the hills while adults drink wine and [...]
Godstone Farm and Play barn
Tilburstow Hill Road Godstone RH9 8LX Godstone Farm and Play barn is a large childrens farm in beautiful Surrey countryside that offers a huge variety of activities for all the family. These include farm animals, animal petting, tractor rides, an indoor soft play area, a covered sand play area and a vast outdoor playground with [...]
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 [...]
Clapham Common
Clapham Common London SW4 7AJ Clapham Common is one of Londons largest open spaces, situated between Clapham, Battersea and Balham. The common has an all weather games area, tennis courts, bowling green and grass pitches, as well as dog-free areas, two playgrounds, and areas dedicated to children and families. The common also has a historic [...]
July and August 2010 Events
BEST OF JULY AND AUGUST FUN FOR THE UNDER FIVES …. Here is a list of what I found to be the most promising events for the little ones this summer in London. Enjoy!!! PADDLING POOLS AND PARKS: http://www.london-baby.com/browse-by-category/paddling-pools-and-outdoor-water-fun/ MUSEUM HIGHLIGHTS: BRITISH MUSEUM Great Russell Street WC1B 3DG Tel: 020 7323 8394 www.britishmuseum.org [...]
Kenwood House : Idyllic spot for a family picnic
Hampstead Lane London NW3 7JR Historic house with landscaped park with flower gardens, grasslands, pond and oak woodlands, bordered on three sides by Hampstead Heath. There is a restaurant, a cafe and an ice cream stand on the grounds as well as buggy-friendly walking trails. Opening Hours: House open daily 11:30 am – 4 pm. [...]
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