Family Days Out

Battersesa & Wandsworth is a great destination for a family trip offering entertainment for kids of all ages. We’ve picked some of the most popular family-friendly things to do and sorted them into a handy list.

Battersea Park Children’s Zoo Battersea Park Children’s Zoo is an exciting animal experience that combines a zoo, animal encounter. Nestled on London’s south bank is the perfect place for little explorers – Battersea Park Children’s Zoo! With conservation and education at its heart, this much-loved family park is home to over 100 amazing animals from around the world. From monkeys and lemurs to tropical birds and native farm breeds – there really is something to inspire everyone! Join the zookeepers every day at their friendly feeding time talks and watch out for year-round interactive events, including popular wildlife activity days, arts, crafts and adventure trails. You’ll find an impressive adventure playground, ideal for children of all ages and abilities to learn and play. Battersea Park - Via, Chelsea Brg SW11 4NJ, 020 7924 5826 www.batterseaparkzoo.co.uk/

Battersea Park Battersea Park is a 200-acre green space at Battersea in the London Borough of Wandsworth in London. It is situated on the south bank of the River Thames opposite Chelsea and was opened in 1858. The park occupies marshland reclaimed from the Thames and land formerly used for market gardens. London SW11 4NJ. 020 8871 7530 www.wandsworth.gov.uk/batterseapark

Go Ape Battersea Our most central forest experience in London. This is big outdoor fun in the big city with spectacular views across Battersea and the park. There’s more to this stacked course than meets the eye with people above, below and all around you. A head for heights is a must as Battersea’s Treetop Challenge crossings are twice the height of most Go Ape locations. Over on the Treetop Adventure course, the Fisherman’s Net and thrilling zip wires keep this one firmly top of the Go Ape fan list. Battersea Park, London SW11 4NJ. 01603 895500 www.goape.co.uk/locations/battersea-park

Natural History Museum The Natural History Museum in London is a natural history museum that exhibits a vast range of specimens from various segments of natural history. It is one of three major museums on Exhibition Road in South Kensington, the others being the Science Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum. With plenty to discover and learn for all ages your sure to have an adventurous family day out. Cromwell Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 5BD. 020 7942 5000 www.nhm.ac.uk/ Putt in the Park About Battersea Park Situated in the heart of Battersea Park, Putt in the Park offers an experience like no other be it seasoned pro or golfing newbie. Expertly designed to accommodate all ages you’ll slalom your way through sidewinding slopes, cascades and rockeries as tree-top adventures weave through the canopies above. Sit kitchen-side while you tot up your scores in our clubhouse as our talented chefs prepare traditional Neapolitan pizza from our wood-fired pizza oven, or simply enjoy a walk in the park with a cup of our delicious coffee. Albert Bridge Rd, London SW11 4NJ. 020 7228 4946 www.puttinthepark.com/

Victoria and Albert Museum The V&A is the world’s leading museum of art and design, housing a permanent collection of over 2.3 million objects that span over 5,000 years of human creativity. The Museum holds many of the UK’s national collections and houses some of the greatest resources for the study of architecture, furniture, fashion, textiles, photography, sculpture, painting, jewellery, glass, ceramics, book arts, Asian art and design, theatre and performance. Cromwell Rd, London SW7 2RL. 020 7942 2000 www.vam.ac.uk/

Hyde Park Set right in the heart of London, Hyde Park offers both world-class events and concerts together with plenty of quiet places to relax and unwind. Dip your toes in the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fountain, brave an open water swim in the Serpentine, or just admire the views across the lake from a waterside café. Have a go at tennis, horse riding, or join the many joggers, walkers and cyclists enjoying the open air. London W2 2UH. 0300 061 2000 www.royalparks.org.uk/parks/hyde-park

Kensington Gardens Once part of Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens offers a mix of old and new park pastimes and green space. Get your fix of contemporary art and architecture at the Serpentine Galleries, marvel at the history and heritage of Kensington Palace or admire the Victorian splendour of the Albert Memorial. Over in the Diana Memorial Playground , kids will enjoy the huge wooden pirate ship, sensory trail and play sculptures, inspired by the adventures of fictional park hero, Peter Pan London W2 2UH. 0300 061 2000 www.royalparks.org.uk/parks/kensingtongardens