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London, South West: News - May 2025
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When should I get my child's teeth straightened?
7th May 2025
On all fronts parents are trying to do the best for their children, but can be easily overwhelmed with all the information floating around. Dental care and straight teeth are usually a hot topic as children grow. Crowded teeth can be difficult to clean which can lead to problems including cavities, receding...
Visit Mum2Mum Market's new venue in Chessington
7th May 2025
Go along to St Catherine of Siena Church Hall, 100 Leatherhead Road, Chessington, Surrey, KT9 2HY. Mum2Mum Market organise nearly new sales of lightly used baby, children's and maternity clothes, toys, books and equipment. At their award-winning baby and children's markets you can save a fortune...
Splash into WWT London’s new water play
7th May 2025
Grab your trunks, towels and cozzies and explore WWT London’s brand-new water play area this half term. The wetland centre’s famous outdoor adventure playground has received a big upgrade this year with lots of exciting new water play equipment to enjoy. Slip and slide through the water...
Family Wonder and Wombles at RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival 2025
7th May 2025
Families can discover a show themed around ‘Wonder’ at RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival 2025. Alongside the stunning show gardens is a schedule of exciting activities, captivating talks, workshops and lively music. Visitors to the show will also be joined by legendary British television...
London Robotics School
7th May 2025
At London Robotics School, they offer weekend classes and holiday camps for children aged 7 to 17, designed to develop foundational skills in electronic engineering, programming, robotics and learning AI. The courses are unique to South West London. The curriculum is created and taught by a dedicated...
Summer Family Fun at Wandsworth Arts Fringe 2025
7th May 2025
Wandsworth Arts Fringe is south-west London's leading annual festival of culture, featuring theatre, music, comedy, exhibitions, interactive sessions and more. From Friday 6th - Sunday 22nd June, visit and enjoy a 17-day feast of creativity and plenty of free family-friendly fun for everyone. This...
Battersea Park Children’s Zoo celebrates 20th anniversary!
7th May 2025
In 2005, the Heap family rescued Battersea Park Children's Zoo from closure, transforming it with a vital conservation mission that thrives today. Their vision preserved a beloved London landmark while creating a sanctuary for endangered species. Now home to over 100 animals across 44 diverse...
'Bee Inspired' at Morden Hall Park this May Half Term
7th May 2025
Visit this May half term for a pollinator party in honour of the humble bee! Bring the whole family for a bee-themed trail, engaging outdoor theatre, and family-friendly bee talks with honey tasting. It’s a buzzing good time you won’t want to miss! On Wednesday 28th May, join the ‘Bee...
Go Wild in Kingston this half term!
7th May 2025
Kingston upon Thames is going wild this half term with a new family-friendly exhibition your little ones will love. Following the success of Chimps Are Family last year, internationally renowned artists Gillie and Marc return with Wild Kingston - a stunning outdoor exhibition featuring ten larger-than-life...
The UK's Largest Children's Literature Festival Returns: 21st-22nd June 2025
7th May 2025
Barnes becomes the children's books capital of the UK when the Barnes Children's Literature Festival returns on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd June with more than 100 fun events, workshops and performances for young book fans. One of the UK's biggest selling children's writers David...
The Big Bahooey: Hampton Court Palace, 24-26th May
7th May 2025
Are you looking for an unmissable family day out jam-packed with lively events, fun workshops, spectacular entertainment and oodles of silliness? You'll get it all and more at The Big Bahooey! Visit Hampton Court Palace this late May Bank Holiday weekend to kick off half term in the most unforgettable...