East London
Land of Kids Festival
Way too excited about this one. Wow, wow, wow. If you’re in London grab yourself a ticket, and we’ll see you there! Brought to you by the people behind annual music and arts showcase Land of Kings, this May sees Land of Kids embark on its very first voyage to the streets of Dalston, bringing [...]
Dangerous moments of child swinging glee at the World’s Largest Hokey Cokey
There really is nothing like a good Hokey Cokey. I get my Hokey Cokey fix at a music morning run by the unbelievably talented Jeremy Mendonca of Americana duet The Hallelujah Trails, known as The Music Man by North London mums. It starts off calmly enough, with the kids concentrating hard trying to work out whether their right [...]
Family Days Out in East London: Three Must-Visit Attractions
Like many parents with young kids, finding a place in your area that is really child friendly and full of fun activities can be difficult. More so if you have just moved into the East London area. Here are our top 3 recommendations sure to put a smile on the kids face while being a [...]
Museum of London Docklands
West India Quay London E14 4AL Enjoy free family events such as interactive storytelling and performances, arts & crafts, or simply explore the galleries with a gallery activity backpack. Regular events include music, messy play, storytelling and mum & baby groups. Gallery favourites for families include Animals of Prehistoric London, Roman London market, At home [...]
Brooks Farm
Skeltons Lane Park London E10 5BS See a wide range of animals including llamas and Shetland ponies. There’s also an aviary and rabbit warren, wild garden, a cafe and picnic area. Children’s activities including Messy Play. Opening Hours: 10.30am-5.30pm April-October (closed 12.30-1.30pm) / 9.30am-4.30pm winter. Closed on Mondays. Website: Visit Brooks Farm website Rate Brooks [...]
Bank of England Museum
Bartholomew Lane London EC2R 8AH Discover how money is made and explore the Pound in your Pocket exhibition with interactive puzzles, quizzes and jigswas. More suitable to school age children. Admission is free. Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm. Website: Visit Bank of England Museum website Rate Bank of England Museum and you [...]
Mudchute Park & Farm
Pier Street London E14 3HP There are goats, sheep, pigs, horses, cows, ducks, geese, dogs and even llamas. Activities include animal handling, a nature trail, activities for the family, horse riding lessons and more. You can also join the ducks on their walk from the farmyard to the duckpond in the morning (9 am), and [...]
Museum of Childhood
Cambridge Heath Road London E2 9PA Lots of free activities for children, including arts & crafts, storytelling, games, and find the mystery toy hunt. Throughout the summer there is Friday Fringe, every afternoon from Friday 24th July to Friday 28th August, featuring Featuring Make Up and Masks, Puppet Playtime, Circus Circus, Curtain Up!, Sounds and [...]
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