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kids activities
Giraffe Café & Playspace
Family-friendly café with dedicated soft play area for under 5s
baby toddler classes
Monkey Music Hampstead
Award-winning music classes for babies and toddlers from 3 months
baby toddler classes
Little Gym Islington
Gymnastics-based movement classes building confidence and coordination
kids parties
Caped Crusaders
Premium superhero & character performers for children's birthdays, parties and events across London. Batman, Spider-Man, Wonder Woman and 15+ more heroes!
From the blog
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Practical stuff for London dads. No listicles about how to boil an egg.
November in London with the Kids: 10 Days Out Worth the Cold
It is dark by half four and the shops have skipped straight to Christmas. Fine. November is actually stacked: fireworks, a free 800-year-old parade, ice rinks, light trails and the first festive shows. Ten days out worth leaving the sofa for, checked for November 2026.
Top Things to Do With Your Kids This Christmas in London 2026: A Dad's Guide
No-nonsense plans for dads: what to book, what it costs, and which days out work for which ages. All dates and prices checked on official sites.
Rainy Day London 25 Indoor Things to Do With Kids This Autumn
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Octonauts Adventure at the Horniman
Follow a free Octonauts-themed trail around the Horniman's galleries and famous gardens, with spectacular views across London. A free, easygoing outing that younger fans of the show will adore.
Horniman Museum and GardensVoyage to the Deep: Underwater Adventures
Inspired by Jules Verne, command the submarine Nautilus, meet deep-sea creatures and test your submariner skills in this hands-on exhibition at the Horniman Museum in Forest Hill.
Horniman Museum and GardensHorniman Octonauts Adventure Trail
Follow an underwater-themed trail through the Horniman's museum and gardens, completing mini-missions like shell hunting and designing your own submarine. Free fun that little ocean explorers will love.
Horniman Museum and GardensOctonauts Adventure Trail at the Horniman
A free, self-guided trail through the Horniman museum and gardens with mini-missions like searching for shells and designing an underwater vehicle. Pick up your trail guide at the ticket desk and dive in.
Horniman Museum and GardensChessington World of Adventures: Summer Season
Chessington World of Adventures opens its summer season with new rides, the brilliant zoo and safari sections, and all-day family thrills. Best visited on a weekday to avoid peak queues — book online in advance for the best prices. One of London's most complete family days out for mixed-age groups.
Chessington World of AdventuresGo Ape Alexandra Palace Treetop Challenge
Climb high above North London with sweeping panoramic views of the city skyline while navigating aerial obstacles. The zip wires and tarzan swings are guaranteed to get hearts racing. Ideal for energetic kids and dads who love a physical challenge.
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