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Things to do with kids in London, East
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Guess How Much I Love You - A Garden Adventure
15th February-31st December 2025
Venue: RHS Garden Hyde Hall
The Guess How Much I Love You Garden Adventure is a trail inspired by the book of the same name. The trail contains a series of activities that encourage children to learn through play, using the senses...
Andy Singleton, Natural connections
1st April-1st October 2025
Venue: SPACE Ilford
Discover the deep connections between our human bodies and the natural world through the awe-inspiring paper sculptures of artist Andy Singleton. Renowned for his breath-taking creations for Burberry,...
Horrible Histories Terrible Thames
3rd April-3rd September 2025
Venue: Tower Bridge Quay, London
There are incredible stories, glorious views, exciting sea shanties and even the chance to sing yourself. Whether you love Horrible Histories or just want a sightseeing tour of the Thames, this is the...
Kidz World
3rd May-13th July 2025
Venue: Valentines Park
Address: Melbourne Road Entrance
Family wristband fair. Open School holidays, weekends and bank holidays. Pay once and ride for free! £13.99 per person.
Hairy Maclary and Friends
17th May-31st August 2025
Venue: Discover Children's Story Centre
An interactive trail and café exhibition, celebrating the beloved rhyming classic Hairy Maclary from Donaldson’s Dairy.Visit the doghouse in the Story World, where furry friends are waiting to help...
Lock up your puppies!
Get ready for the smash hit musical 101 Dalmatians, scampering into the Eventim Apollo.
The Summer Reading Challenge is back
This year’s theme is Story Garden: Adventures in Nature and the Great Outdoors!
Competition time
Our latest competitions are here — browse our listings and get your entries in before it’s too late!
Get active together!
Explore fun ways to keep fit this summer with the exciting ‘Mo’s Mission’ initiative.