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<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nHyde Park<\/a><\/strong>: Enjoy the Serpentine fountains and paddling pool, plus the Diana Memorial Playground in Kensington Gardens\u2014ideal for splash play and picnics\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Regent\u2019s Park & Primrose Hill<\/strong>:<\/a> Explore playgrounds, boating lake, the stunning Queen Mary\u2019s Rose Garden (12,000+ roses) and wildflower areas<\/p>\n\n\n\n Crystal Palace Park Dinosaurs<\/a><\/strong>: Wander among historic Victorian dinosaur sculptures, plus a nature trail and playgrounds<\/p>\n\n\n\n Gunnersbury Triangle<\/a><\/strong>: This urban woodland offers guided wildlife walks and pond dipping\u2014perfect for nature-loving kids<\/p>\n\n\n\n Camley Street Natural Park (King\u2019s Cross)<\/a><\/strong>: A free reserve with pond-dipping sessions and wildlife watching<\/p>\n\n\n\n Greenwich Park<\/a><\/strong>: Check out the newly returned deer herd, the natural playground, and stunning views of London<\/p>\n\n\n\n St\u202fJames\u2019s Park & pelicans<\/strong> <\/a>\u2013 Visit the park\u2019s sand-play area and catch the famous daily pelican feeding around 2:30\u20133\u202fpm <\/p>\n\n\n\n Richmond Park<\/strong> <\/a>\u2013 Spot wild deer and enjoy the Petersham Gate playground\u2014a perfect spot for a picnic<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hampstead Heath<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Swim in the ponds, hike to Parliament Hill for sweeping views, and explore the woodlands .<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sky Garden<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Visit this 500\u202fft-high indoor garden for free panoramic city views and vibrant greenery <\/p>\n\n\n\n Free play zones<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Coram’s Fields<\/a><\/strong> – Bloomsbury is a unique, secure 7 acre playground and park in central London where only adults accompanied by children can enter, offering adventure play equipment, sandpits, a paddling pool, sports pitches, and a small urban farm <\/p>\n\n\n\n Holland Park Adventure Playground<\/a><\/strong> – surrounded by woodlands, this is a local gem with zip line, high climbing structures, tunnels and more! Great for ages 5-12.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park<\/a><\/strong> – Head to Tumbling bay with sand pits, rock pools, treehouses and rope bridge <\/p>\n\n\n\n House of Vans Skate Sessions<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Free skateboarding and BMX sessions beneath Waterloo Station (with ticket; equipment provided for Skate Skool) <\/p>\n\n\n\n Greenwich Park Playground<\/strong><\/a> – Natural wood play equipment, water feature and accessible design with a nearby deer enclosure and panoramic London views<\/p>\n\n\n\n Victoria Park Playgrounds<\/a><\/strong>, Tower Hamlets – Two large play zones plus a splash pad! Enjoy tall slides, rope climbing frames, giant sand pits and climbing walls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Battersea Park Adventure Playground<\/strong><\/a> – Adventure structures galore with Rope Bridges, towers, giant slides and Go Ape<\/a> (paid) nearby too<\/p>\n\n\n\n Paddington Recreation Ground<\/a><\/strong>, Maida Vale – lesser known but well-equipped with climbing nets, large playgframes, zip wire and a toddlers’ zone with sensory play<\/p>\n\n\n\n Archbishop’s Park<\/strong><\/a>, Lambeth – compact but great fun with zip lines, trampolines, sand and water play plus mural art and open fields<\/p>\n\n\n\n Free Art Trails & Outdoor Festivals <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Sculpture in the City<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(City of London): Annual open-air exhibition with works by big-name artists\u2014great for a self-guided art adventure<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Line<\/a><\/strong>: Walkable art trail between Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and The O\u2082, featuring major sculptures<\/p>\n\n\n\n Morph\u2019s Epic Art Adventure<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 A giant interactive trail of 6\u202fft \u201cMorph\u201d sculptures around London landmarks (St\u202fPaul\u2019s, Borough Market, Tate Modern), running until 20\u202fAug\u2014great for kids to spot and learn <\/p>\n\n\n\n Canary Wharf Art Trail & Minigolf<\/a><\/strong>: Explore 100+ public artworks and enjoy a free 9-hole mini\u2011golf course in Montgomery Square<\/p>\n\n\n\n Southbank Centre & London Wonderground<\/a><\/strong>: Free family workshops, stories, rooftop events, mini\u2011beach and street performances along the Thames<\/p>\n\n\n\n Kensington and Chelsea Art Week<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Explore temporary family-friendly outdoor installations throughout Kensington from 22\u202fJun\u20132\u202fJul, with guided art bus tours <\/p>\n\n\n\n Free Wimbledon Screenings<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Catch all the tennis action for free at Canary Wharf, Covent Garden, Portman Square from 1\u201314\u202fJul <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Artist\u2019s Garden<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 A rooftop open-air art space by Temple Station showcasing contemporary installations<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tusk Turtle Trail<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 A summer sculpture hunt around Covent Garden, Piccadilly Circus, Carnaby, featuring 16 colourful turtle artworks<\/p>\n\n\n\n Lord Mayor\u2019s Balloon Regatta<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 See up to 50 hot-air balloons take off from Battersea Park on one of the dates 7, 21, or 28 \u202fJul <\/p>\n\n\n\n Free Summer Festivals & Events<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Greenwich + Docklands International Festival<\/a><\/strong>: Nine days of free theatre, dance and circus performances across East London and Greenwich<\/p>\n\n\n\n Notting Hill Carnival \u2013 Children\u2019s Day<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(August Bank Holiday Sunday): Family-friendly parade and activities\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Summer Splash at Royal Victoria Dock<\/a><\/strong>: Free urban lido with paddling zones, sandpits, deckchairs, storytelling and workshops (mid\u2011August)\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Summer by the River<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Free outdoor family entertainment between London Bridge and Tower Bridge with film screenings and shows <\/p>\n\n\n\n Regent\u2019s Park Free Music Festival<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Live jazz and orchestral concerts in Regent\u2019s Park during summer afternoons <\/p>\n\n\n\n Museums & Things to do<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Young V&A (formerly Museum of Childhood)<\/a><\/strong>: Interactive galleries with play zones, storytelling, design workshops\u2014perfect all weather\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n National Gallery: Summer on the Square<\/a><\/strong>: Free art-based storytelling and creative workshops in Trafalgar Square throughout summer\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trafalgar Square & Fourth Plinth<\/a><\/strong>: Iconic public square with dynamic installations and live street performers\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Barbican Conservatory & \u201cOur Street\u201d<\/a><\/strong>: Free tropical plant conservatory, plus family art games and street-style events at the Barbican<\/p>\n\n\n\n Garden Museum<\/a><\/strong>: Explore the Nancy Cadogan: The Lost Trees exhibition<\/p>\n\n\n\n Workshops and learning<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n British Library family event<\/strong>s<\/a> \u2013 Free storytelling, play and creative workshops on the last Sunday of the month<\/p>\n\n\n\n Apple Store creative sessions<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Free coding, digital art, comic\u2011making and photography workshops across multiple London stores<\/p>\n\n\n\n Family SEND Art Workshops at Autograph<\/a><\/strong> (Hackney): Inclusive, sensory art sessions for families with children with additional needs (book a free slot)\u2014hands-on creative play with texture, light, sculpture, and more <\/p>\n\n\n\n Craft School at the Crafts Council Gallery<\/a><\/strong> (Islington): Free playful workshops running 9\u202fJul\u20133\u202fSep, where kids can explore clay, textiles, papercraft, printing and collage in a gallery setting <\/p>\n\n\n\n Free Farms and Wildlife<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Hackney City Farm<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Meet alpacas, sheep, chickens and explore community gardens; free entry and family workshops Sun; meet alpacas Ben, Jerry, Tom and enjoy herb gardens and ecology trails <\/p>\n\n\n\n Camley Street Natural Park<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Pond dipping, wildlife watching and urban nature trails in King\u2019s Cross <\/p>\n\n\n\n Spitalfields City Farm<\/a><\/strong>, near Brick Lane – With cows, donkeys, chickens, goats and guinea pigs, this friendly and interactive farm is great for small children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Kentish Town City Farm<\/a><\/strong>, Camden – London’s first City Farm with pigs, goats, horses, chickens – plus a riding arena.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Surrey Docks Farm<\/a><\/strong>, Rotherhithe – A riverside farm with sheep, goats, pigs, ducks, bees, an orchard, herb garden and lovely views of The Thames<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stepney City Farm<\/a><\/strong>, Stepney Green – Hands-on animal care activities, rabbits, goats and ferrets, blacksmithing demos and veg gardens and a popular cafe with farm produce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mudchute Farm<\/a><\/strong>, Isle of Dogs – One of the UK’s largest urban farms with 32 acres including horses, sheep, cows, alpacas, pigs, ducks, nature trails, picnic spots and a petting area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Special Summer Pop\u2011Ups<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n LEGO Play Pavilion<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(Kensington Gardens): Interactive build zone by the Serpentine, open now until August 10<\/p>\n\n\n\n Great Exhibition Road Festival<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(South Kensington): Free science + art workshops at NHM, Science Museum & V&A on June 7\u20138<\/p>\n\n\n\n Kids\u2019 Week West End Theatre<\/a><\/strong>: Free ticket for a child under 17 with a paying adult from mid\u2011June into summer<\/p>\n\n\n\n LittleBird Top Tips!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n With so many free activities\u2014art trails, splash zones, festivals, museums, nature parks\u2014you\u2019ll have a fantastic, budget-friendly summer 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