Family day out

Family days out

Sloane Square 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.

Saatchi Gallery Since 1985, Saatchi Gallery has presented contemporary art exhibitions showcasing the work of emerging artists. Primarily drew upon the collection of Charles Saatchi, led to Saatchi Gallery becoming a recognised authority in contemporary art globally. The Gallery acquired a strong reputation for introducing artists who would later gain worldwide recognition. In 2019 Saatchi Gallery became a registered charity and begun a new chapter in its history. Duke of York’s HQ, King’s Rd, London SW3 4RY. 020 7811 3070 www.saatchigallery.com/

St James’s Park St James’s Park includes The Mall and Horse Guards Parade, and is surrounded by landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, Clarence House and Whitehall. The park’s famous flower beds at the front of Buckingham Palace are a familiar backdrop to pageants including Trooping the Colour, as well as state visits and other ceremonial occasions. Enjoy impressive views of the lake and fountain from St James’s Café, watch the resident pelicans at feeding time, or while away a sunny afternoon in a deckchair. London SW1A 2BJ. 0300 061 2350 www.royalparks.org.uk/parks/st-jamess-park

Buckingham Palace Recognised around the world as the home of The Queen, the focus of national and royal celebrations. The palace is open for guided tours on selected dates. Royal Collection Trust looks after the Royal Collection, and manages the public opening of the official residences of Her Majesty The Queen. Through our work, from exhibitions and learning programmes to publications and retail products, we aim to ensure that the Royal Collection and Palaces are valued and enjoyed by everyone. London SW1A 1AA. 0303 123 7300 www.rct.uk/visit/buckingham-palace

Natural History Museum This 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/

Hyde Park Hyde Park offers both world-class events and concerts together with plenty of quiet places to relax. 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. London W2 2UH. 0300 061 2000 www.royalparks.org.uk/parks/hyde-park Battersea Park Children’s Zoo The perfect place for little explorers in the heart of London’s Battersea Park. Our zoo is a safe, outdoor environment where you can enjoy the fresh air and reconnect with the natural world. We’re passionate about conservation and education here at Battersea Park Children’s Zoo. In association with our sister park the New Forest Wildlife Park in Hampshire, we contribute to many conservation programmes, listed below. At Battersea Park Children’s Zoo we have two species that are part of the European Endangered Species Programme. Battersea Park - Via, Chelsea Brg, London SW11 4NJ. 020 7924 5826 www.batterseaparkzoo.co.uk/

Sloane Square This is one of the squares in London where you can enjoy and have fun as well as enjoying the restaurant and coffees it is a lot of activities there is a lot of shops and there is a lot of things to do. Sloane Square, London SW1W 8SB. 020 7361 3000 www.rbkc.gov.uk/

National Army Museum The National Army Museum is open with measures in place so you can enjoy your experience here as safely as possible. Entry remains free, but please book a free time slot before visiting. We aim to be a first-class museum that moves, inspires, challenges, educates and entertains. The National Army Museum is a fun, interactive space for all the family. Our engaging museum experience reaches out to all. We want to connect the British public with its army, regardless of age, gender, race and religion. Royal Hospital Rd, London SW3 4HT. 020 7730 0717 www.nam.ac.uk/

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/

Science Museum Our museum tells the stories of the extraordinary human achievement and technological advances that have helped humanity overcome challenges throughout history. From Helen Sharman’s iconic space suit to Amy Johnson’s marvellous Gipsy Moth aeroplane, these incredible stories help ignite curiosity, encourage scientific endeavour and spark the imagination. Exhibition Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 2DD. 0330 058 0058 www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/