{"id":7189,"date":"2020-03-05T12:36:44","date_gmt":"2020-03-05T12:36:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/?p=7189"},"modified":"2020-03-05T12:36:45","modified_gmt":"2020-03-05T12:36:45","slug":"things-to-do-with-the-kids-in-south-london","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/2020\/03\/things-to-do-with-the-kids-in-south-london\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to do with the Kids in South London"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>London has everything you could ever need but when you have little ones in tow it can sometimes be hard to know where to start. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve been working to bring together what we think are the very best things to do with the kids in South London, from family-friendly restaurants to family attractions to free hidden gems you\u2019ll only find in this part of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not in South London? Then why not check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/2019\/05\/things-to-do-with-the-kids-in-north-london\/\">Things to do with the Kids in North London blog here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, Don\u2019t Forget! With your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/membership\/join\">LittleBird Family Pass<\/a> you can enjoy year-round savings on family life including cinema, days out, restaurants and much more. We\u2019ve handpicked each and every saving to save you time and money putting all your family savings in one place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/southbank-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7192\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/southbank-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/southbank-1-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/southbank-1-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Super Southbank<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>We, of course, start our list at the<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.southbankcentre.co.uk\/\">Southbank Centre<\/a><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southbankcentre.co.uk\/\"> <\/a>with such a bounty of things to do there, it\u2019s a must-visit for all families. Pop into the<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southbankcentre.co.uk\/venues\/hayward-gallery\"><strong>Hayward Gallery<\/strong><\/a> for some of the best exhibitions in London. Be wowed by family theatre at<a href=\"https:\/\/www.southbankcentre.co.uk\/venues\/royal-festival-hall\"> <strong>Royal Festival Hall<\/strong><\/a> or<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southbankcentre.co.uk\/venues\/queen-elizabeth-hall\"><strong>Queen Elizabeth Hall<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>or get creative with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.southbankcentre.co.uk\/whats-on?free=1\"><strong>free activities<\/strong><\/a> and in the lobby. In the summer make sure to check out the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.southbankcentre.co.uk\/visit\/outdoor-spaces\/fountain-appearing-rooms-jeppe-hein\"> <strong>Appearing Rooms fountain<\/strong>.<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Film and TV enthusiasts should head to the<a href=\"http:\/\/www.bfi.org.uk\/archive-collections\/introduction-bfi-collections\/bfi-mediatheques\/bfi-mediatheques-around-uk\/mediatheque-bfi-southbank\"> <strong>BFI Southbank Mediatheque<\/strong><\/a> and discover the free archives. Or enjoy some of the new releases in the<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/whatson.bfi.org.uk\/Online\/default.asp?BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::permalink=familyfilms&amp;BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::context_id=\"><strong>cinema<\/strong> <\/a>and<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bfi.org.uk\/bfi-imax\"> <strong>IMAX <\/strong><\/a><strong>screens<\/strong>. While you\u2019re there looking for somewhere to feed the kids? Look no further! Kids eat free before 6pm every day at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.benugo.com\/restaurants\/bfi-riverfront\"><strong>Riverfront at the BFI<\/strong><\/a>!<\/li><li>Want to survey the land before you start exploring? For the best views around check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/ideas\/search\/london%20eye?\"><strong>The lastminute.com London Eye<\/strong> <\/a>or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/idea\/the-view-from-the-shard-breath-taking-views-and-an-unforgettable-experience\">The View from The Shard<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li><li>As you\u2019re by the river you\u2019d be remiss for not checking out some of the boats. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iwm.org.uk\/visits\/hms-belfast\"> <strong>HMS Belfast<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/idea\/the-golden-hinde-come-aboard-and-experience-history-30-off\"><strong>Golden Hinde<\/strong> <\/a>are a journey into history that all ages will love.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Then once you\u2019re done with the boats, don\u2019t get us started on the bridges<strong>! <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelondonbridgeexperience.com\/\"><strong>London Bridge<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.towerbridge.org.uk\/\"><strong>Tower Bridge<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>are both experiences that won\u2019t be forgotten.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Speaking of history <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/ideas\/search\/london%20dungeons?\"><strong>London Dungeons<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clink.co.uk\/\"><strong>Clink Prison Museum<\/strong><\/a> will take you through the darker side of the past.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/southbank-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7191\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/southbank-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/southbank-2-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/southbank-2-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Step back into the contemporary with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tate.org.uk\/visit\/tate-modern\"><strong>Tate Modern<\/strong><\/a><strong>. <\/strong>There\u2019s the free collection, kids activities and also the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tate.org.uk\/whats-on\"> <strong>paid-for exhibitions<\/strong><\/a>. Plus the ever-changing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tate.org.uk\/visit\/tate-modern\"><strong>Turbine Hall<\/strong><\/a> nearly always has something fun that will get kids excited in the arts.&nbsp;<\/li><li>If formal galleries aren\u2019t your thing check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.southbankcentre.co.uk\/visit\/outdoor-spaces\/southbank-centre-skatepark\"><strong>Southbank Skate space<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>for some of the best graffiti in London and you\u2019ll also get to watch skateboarding talent in action. For more graffiti check out the ever-changing walls of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leakestreetarches.london\/\"><strong>Leake Street<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>From the painted arts to the theatrical one take the kids to discover all about Shakespeare at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/idea\/family-pass-members-only-experience-the-world-of-the-bard-with-up-to-20-off-guided-tours-at-shakespeares-globe\">The Globe<\/a>. Stop by for a show or take the guided tour and learn all about The Bard.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Want to get interactive? Discover games galore at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/electronictheatre.com\/\">Electronic Theatre<\/a> <\/strong>and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/namcofunscape.com\/london\">Namco Funscape<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li><li>Visit your favourite marine life at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/ideas\/search\/sea%20life%20london?\">SEA LIFE London Aquarium<\/a> <\/strong>and learn all about penguins, sea turtles, sharks, jellyfish and much more.<\/li><li>Plus never too far far away is DreamWorks Tours: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/ideas\/search\/shreks%20adventure?\"><strong>Shrek&#8217;s Adventure<\/strong><\/a>! Where the family can go on a fairytale adventure with your favourite characters.  <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/roarsome-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7193\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/roarsome-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/roarsome-1-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/roarsome-1-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Roarsome Activities <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A <strong>zoo<\/strong> especially designed with children in mind <a href=\"https:\/\/www.batterseaparkzoo.co.uk\/\"><strong>Battersea Park Children&#8217;s Zoo<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>is beloved by everyone that visits don\u2019t miss the daily feedings plus tones of activities throughout the year.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Looking to add a fluffy companion to the family? <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.battersea.org.uk\/support-us\/events\">Discover Battersea Dogs &amp; Cats Home\u2019s events<\/a>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li><li>There are a number of wonderful city farms filled with animals for you and the kids to meet <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vauxhallcityfarm.org\/\"><strong>Vauxhall City Farm<\/strong><\/a>,<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mudchute.org\/\"><strong>Mudchute City Farm<\/strong><\/a><strong>, <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.surreydocksfarm.org.uk\/\"><strong>Surrey Docks Farm<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.deencityfarm.co.uk\/\"><strong>Deen City Farm<\/strong><\/a> are just a few!<\/li><li>Forming part of the Forest Hill to New Cross Gate railway cutting<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.devonshireroadnaturereserve.org\/\"><strong>Devonshire Road Nature Reserve<\/strong><\/a> is a natural paradise and is filled with protected habitats and kids activities.  <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/historically-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7194\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/historically-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/historically-1-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/historically-1-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Historically Great Days Out<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Kids interested in the military side of history, why not go recce the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.iwm.org.uk\/\"> <strong>Imperial War Museum<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rmg.co.uk\/national-maritime-museum\"><strong>National Maritime Museum<\/strong><\/a> or even the <a href=\"https:\/\/ornc.org\/\"><strong>Old Royal Naval College<\/strong><\/a><\/li><li>Celebrated historic sailing ship and fastest of its time, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/idea\/cutty-sark-kids-go-free-offer\"><strong>Cutty Sark<\/strong><\/a> is a must for anyone that is looking for a family day out that will have the kids learning too.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Have you ever wanted to see a 100-year old 30ft stuffed walrus? Take the kids to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.horniman.ac.uk\/\"><strong>Horniman Museum<\/strong><\/a> to discover many curios of the natural world and beyond.<\/li><li>Whether you follow the full tennis circuit or just like to watch the Wimbledon final the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.musement.com\/uk\/london\/wimbledon-lawn-tennis-museum-v\/?version=t&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiAnfjyBRBxEiwA-EECLGwxo6DgCpvbJ1VCP9Cj0MGnHFZZ8JKvFW23syCXCqpzEhsaUROBIBoCe9kQAvD_BwE&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds#frag2\"><strong>Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum and Tour<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>will give you an insight into this iconic place of sporting history.<\/li><li>Visit a real-life Jurrasic Park (sort of) and go for a walk with the <a href=\"https:\/\/crystalpalacepark.org.uk\/things-to-do\/dinosaurs\/\"><strong>Crystal Palace Dinosaurs<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>plus you can discover the remains of Crystal Palace Great Exhibition of 1851. <a href=\"https:\/\/crystalpalacepark.org.uk\/\"><strong>Crystal Palace Park<\/strong><\/a> is also one of the largest parks in SE London \u2013 so there\u2019s a maze, playground, a children\u2019s farm and thank goodness a cafe too.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/historically-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7195\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/historically-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/historically-2-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/historically-2-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Speaking of palaces (sort of) South London is a hotspot for historical houses <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fulhampalace.org\/\"><strong>Fulham Palace<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.english-heritage.org.uk\/visit\/places\/eltham-palace-and-gardens\/?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=ppc&amp;utm_campaign=eltham_palace_19&amp;&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiAnfjyBRBxEiwA-EECLIfvscjDn2D4W-529CjVH3KMHvSbweePtZJWQCKMuLzF_expSEFORBoCu8YQAvD_BwE&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\"><strong>Eltham Palace<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenwichheritage.org\/visit\/charlton-house\"><strong>Charlton House<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archbishopofcanterbury.org\/lambeth-palace\/visit-lambeth-palace\"><strong>Lambeth Palace<\/strong><\/a> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.english-heritage.org.uk\/visit\/places\/winchester-palace\/\">Winchester Palace<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li><li>If you want to go even older with your historical dwellings take a trip to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bromley.gov.uk\/info\/200070\/museums_and_galleries\/364\/crofton_roman_villa\"><strong>Crofton Roman Villa<\/strong> <\/a>and discover how Londoner\u2019s lived from AD 140 to 400.<\/li><li>Journey underground in the <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.chislehurst-caves.co.uk\/\">Chislehurst Caves<\/a> <\/strong>and learn all about Romans, Druids and Saxons, smuggling and murder, plus how they protected over 15000 people every night during the Blitz.<\/li><li>South London also has a collection of hidden gem museums, some of our favourites are<strong> <\/strong>the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.florence-nightingale.co.uk\/\"><strong>Florence Nightingale Museum<\/strong><\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/idea\/the-garden-museum-london-offer\"><strong>Garden Museum<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/museumofthemind.org.uk\/\">Bethlem Museum of the Mind<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li><li>Finally, for a slightly more weird and wonderful foray into history discover the strange charm of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.severndroogcastle.org.uk\/\"><strong>Severndroog Castle<\/strong><\/a><strong>, <\/strong>the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.historiccroydonairport.org.uk\/\"><strong>Historic Croydon Airport<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>or the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wimbledonwindmill.org.uk\/\">Wimbledon Windmill<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/arts-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7196\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/arts-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/arts-1-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/arts-1-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Off the Arts&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If there is one thing there is never a shortage of in this city it\u2019s galleries and some of our favourites are in South London including the aptly named <a href=\"https:\/\/www.southlondongallery.org\/\"><strong>South London Gallery<\/strong><\/a><strong>. <\/strong>Make sure to check out their free drop family activities.&nbsp;<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dulwichpicturegallery.org.uk\/\"><strong>Dulwich Picture Gallery<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>also runs a host of family activities for all ages plus admission is free for under 18s.<\/li><li>For more modern art check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/whitecube.com\/\"><strong>White Cube Bermondsey<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newportstreetgallery.com\/\"><strong>Newport Street Gallery<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>who both regularly have cutting edge exhibitions that all ages will enjoy.<\/li><li>For something different not go see an artist in action at one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gasworks.org.uk\/events\/\"><strong>Gasworks <\/strong><\/a>open studios?&nbsp;<\/li><li>Plus (because otherwise, we could go on forever) honourable mentions also need to go to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thesundaypainter.co.uk\/\"><strong>The Sunday Painter<\/strong><\/a><strong>, <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.daniellearnaud.com\/\"><strong>Danielle Arnaud Gallery<\/strong><\/a><strong>, <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.knightwebbgallery.com\/\"><strong>Knight Webb Gallery<\/strong><\/a><strong>, <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.arteastgallery.co.uk\/\"><strong>GX Gallery<\/strong><\/a><strong>, <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/geraldmooregallery.org\/\"><strong>Gerald Moore Gallery<\/strong><\/a><strong>, <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/goldsmithscca.art\/\"><strong>Goldsmiths Centre for Contemporary Art<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/nowgallery.co.uk\/\"><strong>NOW Gallery<\/strong><\/a><\/li><li>Are your kids future Alexander McQueen or Coco Chanels? Then take a trip to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ftmlondon.org\/\"><strong>Fashion and Textile Museum<\/strong><\/a>. Their exhibitions and workshops are sure to inspire visitors of any age into wanting to put together a runway show for London Fashion Week.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Maybe it\u2019s not fashion but film that inspires the kids? Then the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cinemamuseum.org.uk\/\"><strong>Cinema Museum<\/strong><\/a> is well worth a visit. Winner of a Time Out Most Loved Local Culture Spot award it\u2019s a treat for any budding cinephile.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/arts-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7197\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/arts-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/arts-2-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/arts-2-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>While it\u2019s STILL being renovated the <a href=\"https:\/\/batterseapowerstation.co.uk\/retailers\"><strong>Battersea Power Station<\/strong><\/a> has a ton of great cultural content with the <a href=\"https:\/\/pumphousegallery.org.uk\/\"><strong>Pump House Gallery<\/strong><\/a><strong>, <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theturbinetheatre.com\/\"><strong>Turbine Theatre<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>and<a href=\"https:\/\/www.archlightcinema.co.uk\/?gclid=CjwKCAiAnfjyBRBxEiwA-EECLAJKJNSeQOZgpTgXEY2ppqiC8_o6zN596Kd7PUpqR3f4q4hdxEmAfxoCi8UQAvD_BwE\"> <strong>Archlight Cinema<\/strong><\/a><strong>. <\/strong>Plus throughout the school holidays and some weekends, they run a ton of family activities in the <a href=\"https:\/\/batterseapowerstation.co.uk\/events?type=all&amp;when=all\"><strong>Circus West Village<\/strong><\/a> to get the kids involved with.<\/li><li>The UK&#8217;s leading <strong>theatre<\/strong> dedicated to producing inspiring new theatre for kids there is always something worth watching at the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.unicorntheatre.com\/\">Unicorn Theatre<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li><li>A South London treasure, the <a href=\"https:\/\/polkatheatre.com\/\"><strong>Polka Theatre<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>has been creating world-class theatre for kids since the 70s. It\u2019s one of the best places to introduce kids to the magic of theatre. (currently closed for renovation it will reopen in Autumn 2020)&nbsp;<\/li><li>With The Bee\u2019s Knees soft play, Heritage Trails, Family Saturdays and some of the best kids theatre around the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bac.org.uk\/\"> <strong>Battersea Arts Centre<\/strong><\/a> is a must.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Plus for something that\u2019s a bit different check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mertonabbeymills.org.uk\/\"><strong>Merton Abbey Mills<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>for food, shopping and at the <a href=\"http:\/\/colourhousetheatre.co.uk\/rebrand\/\"><strong>Colour House Theatre<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>family theatre.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/jump-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/jump-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/jump-1-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/jump-1-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Jump Around<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Kids have so much energy that sometimes just needs burning off and the best way to do that is jumping! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/ideas\/search\/flip%20out?\"><strong>Flip Out<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/idea\/oxygen-freejumping-air-space-the-uks-favourite-trampoline-parks-across-the-uk-20-off\"><strong>Oxygen Freejumping<\/strong><\/a> offer wall to wall bounce-tastic fun.<\/li><li>Let out your inner Tarzan and swing with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/ideas\/search\/go%20ape?\"><strong>Go Ape<\/strong><\/a><strong> Battersea<\/strong> With lots to choose from including Tree Top Adventures, Park Adventures, Ziplines, Segways and more. Save on the LittleBird Family Pass today.<\/li><li>The playground in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lambeth.gov.uk\/places\/brockwell-park\"><strong>Brockwell Park<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>is a favourite, with its aerial slide, massive sandpit and sections for different age groups. The park also has a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.travelbpmr.com\/home\"><strong>Miniature Railway<\/strong><\/a>, football pitches and regular events. Plus if you need some help cooling the kids off in the summer then drop by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fusion-lifestyle.com\/centres\/brockwell-lido\/\"><strong>Brockwell Lido<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>which is just next door.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The classic family pastime bowling brings out the competitive side in everyone, so grab the family and challenge them to a game at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/idea\/hollywood-bowl-20-off\"><strong>Hollywood Bowl<\/strong><\/a>. You can even grab a bite to eat there afterwards!<\/li><li>With gardens, a lake, skate park and children&#8217;s playground <a href=\"https:\/\/www.southwark.gov.uk\/parks-and-open-spaces\/parks\/belair-park\"><strong>Belair Park<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>is the perfect place for a run around no matter your age.&nbsp;<\/li><li>An oasis at the heart of South London explore the woodlands, watch the water birds or just ride your bikes in the greenery of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wandsworthcommon.org\/\"><strong>Wandsworth Common<\/strong><\/a><strong>. <\/strong>Plus if you want to get a bit competitive you can challenge the family to a round of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.puttinthepark.com\/courses\/wandsworth-park\/\"><strong>Putt in the Park<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li><li>Speaking of golf&nbsp;, you can never go wrong with soft play and<a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/ideas\/search\/gambados?\"> <strong>Gambados <\/strong><\/a>in Beckenham and <a href=\"http:\/\/discoveryplanet.info\/\"><strong>Discovery Planet<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>in Surrey Quays will keep the whole family occupied.<\/li><li>For free water park fun, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.merton.gov.uk\/leisure-recreation-and-culture\/parks-and-open-spaces\/parks-and-recreation-grounds\/wimbledon\/wimbledon-park\"><strong>Wimbledon Sprinkler Park<\/strong><\/a> is sure to keep the kids entertained in the summer. With Six Paddling Pools and two interactive play areas its a fab family day out.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Did you know that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lbhf.gov.uk\/arts-and-parks\/parks-and-open-spaces\/bishops-park\"><strong>Bishops Park<\/strong><\/a> has an urban beach? Plus there are tons of playgrounds, sports facilities including a modern skate bowl, walks and even a seasonal splash pad.<\/li><li>If the kids are into cycling get the kids involved in Cycling sessions at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hernehillvelodrome.com\/\">Herne Hill Velodrome<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/greenwich-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/greenwich-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/greenwich-1-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/greenwich-1-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Greenwich Greatness<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Take the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.emiratesairline.co.uk\/\"><strong>Emirates Air Line<\/strong> <\/a>across the river for great views and a great time. Did you know you can save money on your tickets if you use your Oyster card?&nbsp;<\/li><li>For stunning panoramic views of London and as a great place to run around <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalparks.org.uk\/parks\/greenwich-park\">Greenwich Park <\/a><\/strong>is a LittleBird family favourite.<\/li><li>For any budding astronomists, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rmg.co.uk\/royal-observatory\"><strong>Royal Observatory<\/strong><\/a> is an out of this world experience.<\/li><li>Discover some hidden treasures or grab a<a href=\"http:\/\/www.greenwichmarketlondon.com\/food-and-drink\/category\/market-food\"> bite to eat<\/a> at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenwichmarket.london\/\"><strong>Greenwich Market<\/strong><\/a><strong>, <\/strong>it\u2019s fun, colourful and packed with arts, crafts and tasty food.<\/li><li>Spend a day on the riverside with spectacular views of the river and a chance to learn all about the importance of our beloved river at the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/the-thames-barrier#visiting-the-thames-barrier\">Thames Barrier<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li><li>Scale the iconic O2 with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/idea\/up-at-the-o2-an-exhilarating-day-out-for-ages-9-exclusive-10-saving\"><strong>Up at The O2<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>experience which takes you on a guided expedition up a specially made walkway 52m in the air.<\/li><li>Then when you have your feet on the ground the O2 is filled with family fun including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/idea\/hollywood-bowl-20-off\"><strong>bowling<\/strong><\/a><strong>, <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/idea\/oxygen-freejumping-air-space-the-uks-favourite-trampoline-parks-across-the-uk-20-off\"><strong>trampolining<\/strong><\/a><strong>, <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cineworld.co.uk\/cinemas\/london-the-o2-greenwich\/8052#\/buy-tickets-by-cinema?in-cinema=8052&amp;at=2020-03-03&amp;view-mode=list\"><strong>cinema <\/strong><\/a>and interactive fun in the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theo2.co.uk\/do-more-at-the-o2\/sky-studios\">Sky Studios<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li><li>Plus we\u2019ve already mentioned the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/idea\/cutty-sark-kids-go-free-offer\"><strong>Cutty Sark<\/strong><\/a><strong>, <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rmg.co.uk\/national-maritime-museum\"><strong>National Maritime Museum<\/strong><\/a><strong>, <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/nowgallery.co.uk\/\"><strong>NOW Gallery<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>and <a href=\"https:\/\/ornc.org\/\"><strong>Old Royal Naval College<\/strong><\/a> above.<strong> <\/strong>The list of things to do in Greenwich really is endless.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/movie-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/movie-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/movie-1-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/movie-1-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Movie Moments<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>We all love going to our local cinema to see the latest animated adventure or blockbuster but for a bit more adventure in your trip <a href=\"https:\/\/peckhamlevels.org\/\"><strong>Peckham Levels<\/strong><\/a> will add great street food options and independent creative shopping to your trip.<\/li><li>Probably one for the teens <a href=\"http:\/\/deptfordcinema.org\/\"><strong>Deptford Cinema<\/strong><\/a> is a great way to see some slightly more obscure films and documentaries on the silver screen.<\/li><li>An icon of Brixton the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/idea\/picturehouse-cinema\"><strong>Ritzy Picturehouse Cinema<\/strong><\/a> is a much-loved film destination. Save on the LittleBird Family Pass today.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.backyardcinema.co.uk\/\"><strong>Backyard Cinema<\/strong><\/a>\u2019s immersive cinema experience will change the way you and the kids watch films. Their themes change seasonally and it\u2019s amazing to watch blockbusters and classics in winter forests, on a Miami beach or even in Space!&nbsp;<\/li><li> Plus, don\u2019t forget! With your LittleBird Family Pass, you can save up to 40% and make the most of cheap cinema tickets nationwide!  <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/membership\/join\">Start your trial today<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/lettece-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7201\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/lettece-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/lettece-1-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2020\/03\/lettece-1-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Lettuce Eat!&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you\u2019re after a real crowd-pleasing meal, nothing beats pizza <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pizzapilgrims.co.uk\/\"><strong>Pizza Pilgrims<\/strong><\/a> have a Nutella pizza that will drive the kids nuts. Plus the low prices and unbeatable sourdough pizzas of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.francomanca.co.uk\/\"><strong>Franco Manca<\/strong><\/a> are a hit every time.<\/li><li>While it might get a bit messy <a href=\"http:\/\/bodeansbbq.com\/\"><strong>Bodean<\/strong><\/a>\u2019s BBQ should please everyone.<\/li><li>If you\u2019re in the Tower Bridge area<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/pique-nique.co.uk\/\">Pique-Nique<\/a><\/strong> have somewhere for the kids to run around while you tuck into some affordably-priced rotisserie chicken.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wahaca.co.uk\/\"><strong>Wahaca<\/strong><\/a>\u2019s bright decor and affordable children\u2019s menu is a must if when you need a break from the splendour of the Southbank.<\/li><li>Pop into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/idea\/ping-pong-dim-sum-delicious-and-authentic-dim-sum-in-london-kids-eat-free\"><strong>Ping Pong <\/strong><\/a>for delicious, hand-made and authentic Dim Sum, and chow down on some superb Chinese cuisine.&nbsp;<\/li><li>And don\u2019t forget the staple family favourites like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/idea\/busaba-eathai-tantalising-thai-cuisine-kids-eat-free\"><strong>Busaba<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/idea\/kids-eat-free-at-giraffe\"><strong>Giraffe<\/strong> <\/a>and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/idea\/family-pass-members-only-eds-easy-diner-the-authentic-americana-dining-experience-kids-eat-free\">Ed\u2019s Easy Diner<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Wow! That\u2019s a lot! Let us know if there\u2019s anything you think we\u2019ve forgotten that you like to do as a family in South London, we\u2019d love to know what your favourites are too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And don\u2019t forget with the LittleBird Family Pass you can enjoy year-round savings on family life including cinema, days out, restaurants and much more. We\u2019ve handpicked each and every saving to save you time and money putting all your family savings in one place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/membership\/join\">Start your trial today and enjoy all the benefits of the Family Pass for just \u00a31 for 30 days.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Plus if you tag us on Facebook @LittleBird and Instagram @littlebirddeals when you\u2019re out on your family day\u2019s out you could have a chance to be featured on our socials!&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>London has everything you could ever need but when you have little ones in tow it can sometimes be hard to know where to start. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve been working to bring together what we think are the very best things to do with the kids in South London, from family-friendly restaurants to family attractions &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/2020\/03\/things-to-do-with-the-kids-in-south-london\/\">Continued<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":7219,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-7189","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7189","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7189"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7189\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7222,"href":"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7189\/revisions\/7222"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7219"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7189"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7189"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7189"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}