Things to do with kids in London, South West

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The Jolly Postman

14th February-1st January 2027

Venue: The Postal Museum

Step inside the story in an interactive exhibition celebrating 40 years of the much-loved children’s book. See how the Ahlbergs drew inspiration from the everyday magic of the post arriving through the...

Craft Activity: Craft a Crest

28th March-12th July 2026

Venue: HMS Belfast

HMS Belfast invites families to create their very own HMS Belfast crest in the family activity room, located in 3H, a rarely opened compartment just above the ship’s steering wheel. Families can unpeel...

Henry the Heron's Riverbank Self-Led Trail

23rd May-31st August 2026

Venue: Morden Hall Park

Follow a family friendly trail with Henry the Heron who will teach you all about the water birds, fish and invertebrates that call the Wandle their home. Follow the sheet and map to discover all the trail...

Theatre & Cinema

Arthur

20th June-8th August 2026

Venue: Polka Theatre

This Summer, join the adventure in a magical new play with original songs, based on Arthurian legend and the quest for a better world. This is a brand-new production and information on the show may change. .

Theatre & Cinema

The Tiger Who Came to Tea

22nd June-5th September 2026

Venue: Theatre Royal Haymarket

The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect to see at the door is a big, stripy tiger! Packed with oodles of magic,...

 Meet Liz Pichon

Meet Liz Pichon

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Make maths fun at home

Make maths fun at home

Turn everyday moments into fun, hands-on maths activities children will actually enjoy.

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