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Enjoying gardening activities in the Kitchen Garden at Osterley Park and House, London | © National Trust Images/Rob Stothard

Family-friendly places to visit in London

Discover the top places for family days out in and around London this spring. Make memories to treasure on family walks in beautiful surroundings and connect with nature together in the great outdoors. Wander around historic houses and immerse yourself in the stories of these remarkable places.

Family friendly events this summer

Enjoy bright sunny days outdoors, with days out and activities to suit all ages.

Young Rangers at Rainham Hall 

Running on the 1st Saturday of each month, Young Rangers is a brilliant session for children interested in nature or gardening. Working alongside fantastic gardnening Chloe Hayes you will learn new skills and meet new friends whilst taking part in gardening and nature based activities. Recommended for ages 6 to 12 years. Parent or carer needs to stay on site during this session. All abilities welcome. Booking advisable.

Urban Rangers are helping to create new habitat spaces at Morden Hall Park, London

Family theatre at Morden Hall Park 

Enjoy a whole host of performances this summer at Morden Hall Park, with classics including Pinocchio, Peter Rabbit and The Jungle Book. Booking essential.

Families watching outdoor theatre in the garden

Young Makers Market 2026, Morden Hall Park, Sat 13 June 

Browse beautifully handmade creations from local makers, young business owners, entrepreneurs, artists and creatives. Featuring music while you browse from Barnes Concert Band.

A graphic illustration of market stall holders with a clock tower representing the one in the Stableyard at Morden Hall Park in the background. The text 'Young Maker's Market in the Stableyard is written across the top.

Craft Cart, Osterley Park and House 

30 July; 6, 13 & 20 August. Organised by a wonderful volunteer team, our popular arts and craft activities for families include colouring, cutting and sticking to produce a variety of art and craft creations, linked to what's going on at Osterley. Find us in front of the kiosk. There's no charge (it's included with your usual admission) and you don't need to book - just turn up and have fun. Children must be supervised at all times by an accompanying adult.

Two girls sat at a crafting table with paints, crayons and paper busy working on their crafts

Family theatre at Osterley Park and House 

Settle down with the family and immerse yourself in magical worlds this summer with open air theatre performances of classics including The Wizard of Oz, Peter Rabbit and King Arthur. Booking essential.

Audience members watching an open-air theatre performance in the garden on the Shugborough Estate, Staffordshire

Plan your family day out

Ham House and Garden 

Head to the Outer Courtyard where little people will love getting stuck into the Mud Kitchen, using imaginative play to create culinary masterpieces. The Wilderness is a wonderful place to explore too, with over a mile of Hornbeam hedges arranged in a maze-like pattern.

A family looking at paintings in the Long Gallery at Ham House and Garden, Surrey

Osterley Park and House 

Plenty of space to run and play. From bike rides to den building, discover the full range of family-friendly activities and events taking place at Osterley Park.

Family enjoying the open spaces in Osterley Park in spring

Morden Hall Park 

Explore the natural play area, spot wildlife from the boardwalk and enjoy a family walk at Morden Hall Park, with pushchair friendly routes available. Wander into the second hand book shop for a treasure trove of stories.

A family on a bike ride at Morden Hall Park, London

Family visits at Rainham Hall & Gardens this Summer 

Family nature activities and games to do together at a beautiful hidden gem in east London, Rainham Hall and Community Garden.

A family enjoying the daffodils in spring

Park Explorers for under 5s, Mondays during term time at Morden Hall Park 

10am to 10.45am Mondays in term time. Our Park Explorers group is for children aged 2-5 years old and their parents/carers. Together we learn about the natural world around us, with a different outdoor theme each week. £5 per participating child. Drop in on the day, no pre-booking possible, places limited.

Two children, one wearing a bike helmet, look over a fence into the community garden at Morden Hall Park in London

Outdoor activities in London 

There are plenty of ways to get active with all the outdoor activities available at National Trust places in London.

A family on a bike ride at Morden Hall Park, London

Walking in London 

From acres of parkland at Osterley Park to walks along the River Thames with historic views to Ham House, discover where to go for the best walks in London.

Two women sitting on a bench on the boardwalk at Morden Hall Park, holding reusable coffee cups, smiling and talking

Places to eat in London 

Discover some favourite tea-rooms and cafés in London and plan where to stop for a tasty treat on your next adventure

Family members sat outside the café at Osterley Park and House, London
The Cherry Garden showing frosty lavender in winter with Ham House and a blue sky in the background

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From thriving wetlands to sprawling estates, intimate spaces and modernist masterpieces, London has it all, if you know where to look.

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