RHS Hampton Court Palace: Wonder and Wombles
Step into summer with wonder and nature RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival 2025 promises a magical experience for families with its ‘Wonder’-themed show. Set in the historic grounds of Hampton Court Palace, the festival brings together inspiring gardens, hands-on activities, music and much-loved characters from children’s television. Meet the Wombles on the garden trail
Kids Week returns for 2025: Free theatre tickets for children
Kids Week, the popular annual initiative by the Society of London Theatre, returns in summer 2025. Families can enjoy top West End performances while saving on tickets. From 21 July to 31 August, children aged 17 and under go free to selected shows when accompanied by a full-paying adult. Tickets go on sale at 10am
Titanic immersive exhibition comes to London this summer
Parents and families looking for a meaningful and memorable outing this summer will be thrilled to hear that The Legend of TITANIC: The Immersive Exhibition is sailing into London for the very first time. Opening on 25 July at Dock X in Canada Water, this one-of-a-kind exhibition brings the story of the world’s most famous
Jurassic World: The Experience opens in London this May
Get ready for roars and thrills as Jurassic World: The Experience opens at London’s Battersea Power Station on 23rd May 2025. This must-see family adventure brings dinosaurs to life like never before. Sign up now for priority access to the immersive event. The 24-hour pre-sale begins 29th April via Fever. General ticket sales open 30th
Hamleys & Friends May 2025 & Half Term
Hamleys welcomes families for Hamleys & Friends, a week-long May Half Term celebration from 26th May to 1st June. This heartwarming event honours friendship and kicks off Hamleys’ 265th birthday at the world-famous Regent Street store and select locations across the UK. The store bursts into life with activities, shows, and character appearances, designed to
Alice in Wonderland at Marylebone Theatre
Step into Wonderland next summer The UK premiere of a dazzling new production of Alice in Wonderland is coming to the Marylebone Theatre from 19 July to 31 August 2025. Tickets are already available, so secure your place at www.marylebonetheatre.com. Brought to life by DEM Productions (known for The Book Thief, Ride, and A Sherlock
National Lottery Open Week 2025
Photo courtesy of HMS Belfast National Lottery Open Week is returning from Saturday, March 15, to Sunday, March 23, 2025, offering families a fantastic opportunity to explore London’s rich cultural and historical sites at reduced costs. During this week, numerous National Lottery-funded venues across the city will provide free or discounted entry to visitors presenting
Greenwich Family Events March 2025
Greenwich Family Events in March packed with fun, educational, and interactive events at Cutty Sark, the Royal Observatory, the National Maritime Museum, and Queen’s House. Whether you’re exploring historic ships, meeting astronomers, or enjoying creative workshops, there’s something for everyone. Cutty Sark: Step aboard for adventure Greenwich Family Events See Parents News UK article Special
Horniman Museum and Gardens March to May 2025
Visit our free galleries – the World Gallery, Music Gallery and Natural History Pop-up display in The Studio – no advance booking needed. Please note the Natural History Gallery and Nature Base are currently closed for redevelopment until 2026 as part of our Nature + Love project. To book the Aquarium, Butterfly House and The
Enjoy an Egg-citing Easter adventure at The Watercress Line
Young visitors to The Watercress Line this Easter will jump for joy at the chance to meet the Easter Bunny and enjoy plenty of egg-citing activities. From 17 to 21 April, children can meet the Easter Bunny at Ropley Station, pose for a special photo, and receive a free chocolate egg. The fun continues onboard
Pancake Day, the best pancakes in Covent Garden
This Pancake Day, indulge in the best pancakes Covent Garden has to offer, from classic crêpes to fluffy buttermilk stacks. Whether you’re a fan of sweet or savoury, there’s something for everyone. For classic buttermilk stack lovers, The Ivy Market Grill serve theirs all year round with fresh strawberries, raspberries and blackberries, topped with Greek
The Baby Show at Excel London
Celebrities and the UK’s very best parenting experts will soon take to the stage at The Baby Show – the UK’s largest and best-loved pregnancy, baby and parenting event. Taking place at the Excel Centre, London between Friday 7th and Sunday 9th March, well-known names sharing their parenting journeys include Mum’s the Word! Podcast
Baby store launches in Greenwich, UK’s largest– discover ebebek
A one-stop shop for everything baby and parent Attention parents and parents-to-be! ebebek, the leading baby store brand from Turkey, has officially launched in the UK, bringing its flagship store to Peninsula Retail Park, Greenwich. Spanning an impressive 20,451 square feet, this new one-stop baby shop offers everything you need for your parenting journey, all
Matilda The Musical new young stars at the Cambridge Theatre
The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) announce new young performers joining its multi-award-winning production of Matilda The Musical. Now in its 14th year in London, this beloved West End show continues to delight audiences of all ages at the Cambridge Theatre, with tickets available through May 2026 at www.matildathemusical.com. New young stars take centre stage in
Experimental Gaming at Somerset House: Now Play This 2025
Now Play This experimental gaming returns to Somerset House from 11-13 April 2025, offering a weekend of innovative and experimental game design as part of the London Games Festival. This year’s event promises an exciting lineup of interactive experiences, playful installations, and thought-provoking discussions for gamers, creators, and curious minds alike. A celebration of creative
The Affordable Art Fair Battersea
The Affordable Art Fair Battersea Spring returns to London’s Battersea Park from 12 to 16 March 2025, offering a vibrant selection of contemporary artworks suitable for every budget. This year’s fair introduces a special focus on children’s bedroom art, aiming to inspire creativity and enhance home environments. Affordable Art Fair Spring Family-friendly activities at the
The Landmark London, half term 2025
The Landmark London: Play detective this half term Get your detective hat on with the thrilling ‘Investigator Package’ from luxury five-star hotel, The Landmark London. This is just in time for February half-term stays. Nestled in the heart of Sherlock Holmes’ neighbourhood, the award-winning Marylebone hotel invites budding detectives and their families to uncover hidden
Galleria Half term, February 2025
Fun February half term at The Galleria The Galleria Half term, Hatfield, is ready to keep the kids entertained with exciting activities for all ages. Little City UK pop-up role play sessions, Galleria Half term From Monday 17th – Friday 21st February, under 6’s can enjoy pop-up role play sessions in partnership with Little City
Blenheim Palace half Term
Exciting new family adventures at Britain’s Greatest Palace Blenheim Palace half term (Monday 17th to Friday 21st February) offers fresh experiences for visitors of all ages. Families can enjoy two exciting new launches alongside the many existing attractions at this iconic destination. Launch of Passport to Play experience for families All-new Family Treasures experience Passport
Tutankhamun: Immersive exhibition, London 14-week run
This spring, Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition opens its doors at Immerse LDN at ExCeL London Waterfront. Launching on 28 March 2025, the exhibition runs for a strictly limited 14 weeks, closing on 29 June 2025. After captivating over 1.8 million visitors in 12 cities worldwide, this awe-inspiring experience finally arrives in London. A high-tech journey
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