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Storytime in the park

Join the team from Merton Libraries for storytelling session for ages up to 7.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Head down to the fenced area by Stableyard Picnic seating, where you'll find Merton Libraries sharing their favourite stories.

A free drop-in event taking place every Thursday between 23 July - 3 Sept as part of the national Year of Reading campaign.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Meeting point

The fenced area by the Stableyard picnic seating. In the event of bad weather, it will take place in the Snuff Mill.

Upcoming events

Henry the Heron's Riverbank Self-Led Trail 

For our river-themed summer, celebrate the river Wandle and learn about the river's inhabitants with some active play parts.

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2 Jun to 31 Aug 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 90 other dates or times

Rose Garden Walk and Talk with the Gardener, Sat 6 June, 10am-11am 

This Great Big Green Week, join a tour of our historic rose garden with our head gardener Josh.

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6 Jun 2026
at 10:00 to 11:00

Wellness River Walks 

A series of mindful riverside walks along the Wandle for all, exploring wellbeing, nature and African Indigenous Spirituality, led by Dr Michelle Asantewa.

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7 Jun to 13 Sep 2026
at 11:00 to 12:30+ 2 other dates or times

Botanical Drawing in the Rose Garden, Sun 7 June 1-4pm 

Draw and paint roses in the rose garden with artist Edward Luke Thrush. Explore botanical drawing using ink and colour, and discover new ways of seeing plants through nature, history and identity. Suitable for all abilities.

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7 Jun 2026
at 13:00 to 16:00