London Activities 📍
Baby classes, soft play, swimming and more across London — filter by area to find something near you.
276 activities
Alexandra Palace Café
Café inside Alexandra Palace with stunning views and lots of space. Easy pram access, room for groups.
Aquatots — London
Baby and toddler swimming classes with warm water pools and small class sizes. Focus on water safety and confidence.
Baby Massage — North London
Structured baby massage course taught by certified instructors. Helps with colic, wind, sleep, and bonding. Runs over 5 weeks.
Baby Sensory — North London
Award-winning sensory development classes for babies 0–13 months. Lights, sounds, textures, and music in themed sessions.
Camden Libraries — Baby Rhyme Time
Free rhyme time for babies and toddlers at Camden libraries. Songs, stories, and meeting other local parents.
Clissold Park
Lovely Stoke Newington park with a small zoo (deer, goats), café, and paddling pool. Very popular with Hackney parents.
Cook with Kasper — Islington
Food Explorers cooking classes for babies and toddlers at Drayton Park Primary School. Runs Mondays 10:45am–12:15pm. A hands-on, sensory introduction to food and cooking for little ones.
Crouch End Picturehouse — Big Scream
Weekly baby-friendly screenings in Crouch End. Relaxed environment with lights up and volume lowered.
Dad & Baby Swimming — Better Leisure Centres
Better's Swimbies programme welcomes dads too — not just mums. Bring your baby for a splash in the warm pool. All Better leisure centres across London.
Dad & Baby Yoga — Triyoga Camden
Postnatal yoga class designed specifically for dads and their babies. Build strength, learn calming techniques, and bond with your baby in a relaxed studio environment.
Dads & Babies Stay & Play — Islington Libraries
Islington Libraries offer inclusive Stay & Play sessions welcoming dads and babies. Free drop-in sessions with books, toys, and friendly staff.
Everyman Barnet — Baby Screenings
Baby-friendly screenings with sofa seating and a welcoming atmosphere.
Everyman Belsize Park — Baby Screenings
Regular baby-friendly screenings at this cosy north London cinema. Sofa seating, sound reduced.
Everyman Muswell Hill — Baby Screenings
Baby-friendly screenings at Everyman Muswell Hill. Comfortable seating and a relaxed environment.
Hampstead Heath
Wild north London heath with ponds, viewpoints, and wooded paths. Great for baby carriers and sturdy buggies.
Islington Libraries — Baby Bounce & Rhyme
Free baby bounce and rhyme sessions. Songs, nursery rhymes, and stories for the under 5s at Islington libraries.
Jo Jingles — North London
Interactive music and singing classes using instruments, puppets, and props. Great for babies from 6 months.
Kentish Town City Farm
A free community farm in north London with horses, cows, goats, pigs, chickens and more. Beautiful green space with a café, garden, and regular family events. Very pram-friendly.
LaserZone — North London
Indoor play centre with soft play and adventure activities. Toddler sessions available in the mornings.
Little Angel Theatre
London's only permanent puppet theatre, producing shows for children from birth upwards. Regularly stages sensory shows for babies and toddlers (0–5), classic picture book adaptations and original productions. One of London's most beloved children's theatre venues.
Little Lights Sensory Play — North London
Glow-in-the-dark sensory play with UV lights, glowing balls, and textured materials. Hugely popular with young babies.
M&S Café — Angel Islington (Tuesday cake deal)
Free cake with every hot drink purchase on Tuesdays for M&S Sparks Baby & Toddler Club members. Join Sparks free to claim.
M&S Café — Finchley Road (Tuesday cake deal)
Free cake with every hot drink purchase on Tuesdays for M&S Sparks Baby & Toddler Club members. Join Sparks free to claim.
Monkey Music — North London
Award-winning music classes for babies and toddlers. Progressive programme from 3 months with instruments, singing, and movement.
NCT Dad & Baby Coffee Morning
NCT run dad-specific coffee mornings so new dads can connect and share the early parenting experience. Check your local NCT branch for dates.
NCT North London — Bumps & Babies Group
Free drop-in group for pregnant women and parents of babies under 1. Make friends, share experiences, get support.
Odeon Luxe Holloway — Newbies
Odeon Newbies screenings for parents with babies. Lights up, sound lowered.
Primrose Hill
Iconic north London hill with one of the best views of the London skyline. Popular with new parents for pram walks.
Regent's Park
Beautiful royal park with a children's playground, boating lake, and wide open spaces. Pram-friendly paths throughout.
Swimbies — Archway Leisure Centre
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming programme. Builds water confidence from 3 months. Small classes in a warm pool.
Swimbies — Britannia Leisure Centre
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming programme. Leisure pool with warm water — great for little ones.
Swimbies — Cally Pool & Gym
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming programme. Builds water confidence from 3 months.
Swimbies — Clissold Leisure Centre
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming programme at this friendly Stoke Newington pool.
Swimbies — Finchley Lido Leisure Centre
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming programme. Builds water confidence from 3 months.
Swimbies — Highbury Leisure Centre
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming programme. Builds water confidence from 3 months.
Swimbies — Kentish Town Sports Centre
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming programme. Builds water confidence from 3 months.
Swimbies — Swiss Cottage Leisure Centre
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming programme. Popular north London pool with warm water.
The Hub — Regent's Park
Large café in the heart of Regent's Park with wide outdoor seating. Easy for prams, high chairs available.
Vue Finchley Road — VueBaby
VueBaby screenings in north London. Relaxed atmosphere with lights up and reduced sound.
Vue Islington — VueBaby
VueBaby screenings at Vue Islington. Prams welcome, lights up, volume lowered.
Water Babies — North London
UK's leading baby swimming programme. Small classes, expert teachers, starts from birth. Builds water confidence and safety skills.
12x3 Gym — Mum & Baby Boxing
Mum and baby boxing class at 12x3 Gym in south London. Monday mornings at 10am — a fun, high-energy workout with your baby. Pads, bags, and a great community vibe.
Apple Tree Cafe
Family-friendly café with a play area for little ones. Popular with local mums and dads — great food and a relaxed space for babies and toddlers.
Baby Massage — Downham Family Hub
Spend quality time with your baby at this 5-week in-person course. Learn gentle massage techniques to soothe and bond with your baby.
Baby Massage — Eliot Bank Family Hub
Spend quality time with your baby at this 5-week in-person course. Wednesday mornings 10am–11:30am. Book via the Family Hub.
Baby Massage — Honor Oak Family Hub
Spend quality time with your baby at this 5-week in-person course. Learn massage techniques to soothe, bond and support your baby's development.
Baby Massage — South London
Certified baby massage classes helping with colic, sleep, and bonding. Intimate groups of up to 6 families.
Baby Messy Play — Evelyn Family Hub
Sensory, fun and messy play for babies. Bring a change of clothes and a towel — it will get messy! Tuesday afternoons 1:15–2:45pm.
Baby Sensory — South London
Award-winning sensory development classes for babies 0–13 months. Lights, sounds, textures, and music in themed sessions.
Baby Stay & Play — Bellingham Family Hub
Based on Five to Thrive key activities: Respond, Cuddle, Relax, Play, Talk. Monday mornings 10am–11:30am.
Baby Stay & Play — Deptford Family Hub
Based on Five to Thrive key activities: Respond, Cuddle, Relax, Play, Talk. A warm and welcoming session for babies and their caregivers.
Baby Stay & Play — Downham Family Hub
Based on Five to Thrive key activities: Respond, Cuddle, Relax, Play, Talk. Monday mornings 10am–11:30am.
Baby Stay & Play — Honor Oak Family Hub
Based on Five to Thrive key activities: Respond, Cuddle, Relax, Play, Talk. Monday mornings 10am–11:30am.
Baby Stay & Play — Ladywell Family Hub
Based on Five to Thrive key activities: Respond, Cuddle, Relax, Play, Talk. Tuesday mornings 10am–11:30am.
Battersea Park
Family favourite with a brilliant children's zoo, adventure playground, and riverside café. Very pram-friendly.
Boot Camp for Dads — Clapham Common
Outdoor fitness boot camp for dads with babies and toddlers. Prams and carriers welcome — a proper workout while the little one comes along for the ride.
Breastfeeding Hub Drop-In — Evelyn
Get support and discuss any breastfeeding issues you may be having. Drop-in, no appointment needed. Wednesday mornings 10am–12noon.
Breastfeeding Support — Downham
Drop-in infant feeding support and advice from the health visiting team. No appointment needed. Monday afternoons 1–3pm.
Buggy Bootcamp — Dad Friendly Sessions
Buggy bootcamp outdoor fitness sessions that welcome dads. Run across multiple London parks — bring the buggy and get a great workout.
Clapham Common
Popular south London common with a paddling pool, playground, and lovely cafés nearby. Flat and pram-friendly.
Clip n Climb — Wandsworth
Climbing arena with 25+ different walls including toddler-friendly options. Great for adventurous toddlers.
Cook with Casper
Fun cooking classes for babies, toddlers, and young children. Introduces little ones to food, textures, and simple cooking in a hands-on, playful setting.
Crank Lewisham — Mum & Baby Class
Mum and baby fitness class at Crank in Lewisham. A great workout in a supportive community — bring your baby along.
Crank Peckham — Mum & Baby Class
Mum and baby fitness class at Crank in Peckham. High energy and welcoming — babies come along for the ride.
Crystal Palace Park
Vast south London park with Victorian dinosaur sculptures, a farm, and a large playground.
Dads & Babies Stay & Play — Lambeth Libraries
Lambeth Libraries run dad-friendly Stay & Play sessions welcoming dads and their babies. Free, no booking required. Great for story time and play.
Dads & Tots Coffee — Brixton
Informal dad and baby coffee meetup in Brixton. A relaxed space for dads to connect with others in the early parenting journey.
Dads & Tots Coffee — Peckham
Informal coffee and play meetup for dads with babies and toddlers in Peckham. Drop in, meet other dads, and let the little ones play.
Dads in Charge — South London Dad Group
Regular meetup for dads and their babies in south London. Informal, supportive, and a great way to connect with other dads on parental leave or stay-at-home dads.
Dadventure — Dad & Baby Outdoor Activities
Outdoor activities and adventures specifically for dads and their babies and toddlers. Walks, parks, and outdoor play — get outside with your little one.
Deen City Farm
A friendly farm in south-west London with horses, cows, pigs, goats, sheep, chickens and rabbits. Free entry, café, picnic areas, and regular events for families.
Dreami Play Cafe
Dreami is a play cafe designed for babies and toddlers. Soft play area, great coffee for parents, and a relaxed welcoming atmosphere.
Dulwich Park
Beautiful south London park with a boating lake, playground, and the excellent Pavilion Café. Popular with local parents.
East Dulwich Picturehouse — Big Scream
Weekly baby-friendly screenings in East Dulwich. Sound lowered, lights up, buggies welcome.
Eat Well For Less — Honor Oak
Make healthier choices through practical tips, meal planning, and low-cost recipes for children and parents. Book via the Family Hub.
Ellie Brown Pilates — Postnatal Pilates with Baby
Postnatal pilates with Ellie Brown — reformer and strength-based classes designed for new mums in south London. Babies welcome. Focused on safe postpartum recovery and rebuilding core strength.
Ellie Brown Pilates — Pregnancy Pilates (Greenwich)
Prenatal pilates with Ellie Brown in Greenwich. Safe, pregnancy-adapted reformer and strength-based classes designed for each trimester.
Everyman Crystal Palace — Baby Screenings
Baby-friendly screenings in Crystal Palace. Comfortable seating and a relaxed atmosphere.
F45 Peckham — Mum & Baby Class
Functional fitness class for mums with babies at F45 Peckham. Runs Monday and Thursday at 10:30am. Bring your baby along — a great workout in a supportive community.
Family Navigator Drop-In — Kaleidoscope
Free, confidential and non-judgmental support connecting you to Family Hub and local services. Weekly drop-in every Thursday 9:30am–4:30pm.
Fitbirds — Baby-Friendly Fitness
Outdoor fitness classes where mums are welcome to bring their baby along in the pram. Not a dedicated mum & baby class, but babies in prams are always welcome. Sociable and supportive setting.
Fussy Eating Workshop — Eliot Bank
Techniques to make mealtimes less stressful and encourage a balanced diet for your child. Wednesday afternoons 1–2:30pm on selected dates.
Fussy Eating Workshop — Evelyn
Techniques to make mealtimes less stressful and encourage a balanced diet. Run by the Family Hub team. Book in advance.
Greenwich Libraries — Bounce & Rhyme
Free bounce and rhyme sessions for babies and toddlers at Greenwich libraries.
Greenwich Park
Royal park with stunning views, a children's playground, and a deer enclosure. Pram-friendly paths.
Greenwich Picturehouse — Big Scream
Weekly baby-friendly screenings in Greenwich. Relaxed atmosphere, prams welcome.
Horniman Museum — Baby & Toddler Sessions
Regular baby and toddler sessions at the Horniman including sensory storytelling, music and movement, and nature-inspired play in the gardens. Check the website for the current programme and booking.
Horniman Museum & Gardens
A beloved south London gem with free museum galleries, an aquarium and 16 acres of beautiful gardens with stunning views across London. The Natural History Gallery, Music Gallery and Living World Gallery are all fascinating for curious little ones. Walrus, taxidermy animals and a butterfly house — genuinely magical.
Hubbub — Brixton
Community café and social enterprise in Brixton. Very welcoming to families with babies, good changing facilities.
Introducing Solids Workshop — Evelyn
Get your baby off to a great start when starting solids. A practical workshop covering first foods, textures and family mealtimes.
Jo Jingles — South London
Interactive music and singing classes using instruments, puppets, and props. Great for babies from 6 months.
Kidspace Croydon
Huge indoor adventure centre with soft play, slides, and rides. Dedicated toddler area for under 4s with ball pools and gentle slides.
Lambeth Libraries — Bounce & Rhyme
Free weekly bounce and rhyme at Lambeth libraries including Brixton, Streatham, and Clapham branches.
Leo's House – OurHouse Clapham (Coming 2027)
OurHouse's Clapham location, opening 2027. Billed as 'a second home for all the family' — the full OurHouse membership experience coming to South London. Check the website to register your interest.
Level Out Pilates — Mum & Baby Packages
Level Out Pilates offers mum and baby pilates packages in south London. Postnatal focused, welcoming babies to class. Great for core recovery and connecting with other local mums.
Level Out Pilates — Pregnancy Pilates
Level Out Pilates offers pregnancy pilates in south London. Trimester-appropriate, safe pilates to keep you strong and comfortable throughout pregnancy.
Lido Café — Brockwell Park
Trendy café next to Brockwell Lido. Great outdoor terrace, pram-friendly, and excellent food. A Brixton parent favourite.
M&S Café — Bromley (Tuesday cake deal)
Free cake with every hot drink purchase on Tuesdays for M&S Sparks Baby & Toddler Club members. Join Sparks free to claim.
M&S Café — Lewisham (Tuesday cake deal)
Free cake with every hot drink purchase on Tuesdays for M&S Sparks Baby & Toddler Club members. Join Sparks free to claim.
M&S Café — Putney (Tuesday cake deal)
Free cake with every hot drink purchase on Tuesdays for M&S Sparks Baby & Toddler Club members. Join Sparks free to claim.
Melodys for Mums — Ladywell
A weekly music and wellbeing session for mums with babies aged 0–9 months who need extra support. Book via tinyurl.com/mw8bu5mx.
Milo and the Bull — Baby & Toddler Classes
Fun and sociable baby and toddler activity classes in south east London. A community favourite for local mums and little ones.
Milo and the Bull — Baby & Toddler Classes (Bermondsey)
Fun and sociable baby and toddler activity classes at the Milo and the Bull Bermondsey venue. A community favourite for local mums and little ones in SE1.
Mindful Mums — Ladywell
A supportive group for pregnant women and new mums. A welcoming space to look after your emotional wellbeing and make new friends. Book via blgmind.org.uk/lewisham/mindful-mums/
Mindful Mums Extra — Downham
A welcoming, supportive space for you to look after your emotions and mental wellbeing, make new friends and connections. Booking essential. Visit blgmind.org.uk/lewisham/mindful-mums/
Mome Play Cafe
Mome is a play café for babies and toddlers. Cosy play space, good coffee, and healthy food — a lovely spot for a morning out with your little one.
Monkey Music — South London
Award-winning music classes for babies and toddlers. Progressive programme from 3 months with instruments, singing, and movement.
National Maritime Museum — Ahoy! Children's Gallery
Ahoy! is the National Maritime Museum's interactive children's gallery in Greenwich. Climbing, dressing up, water play and storytelling — all themed around the sea. Free entry. Perfect for babies and toddlers, fully accessible and buggy-friendly.
NCT Postnatal Support Group — South London
Peer support group for new parents in south London. Chat, share tips, and make friends with other new parents.
NCT South London — Bumps & Babies Group
Free drop-in group for pregnant women and parents of babies under 1. Meet local parents in a friendly environment.
Odeon Greenwich — Newbies
Odeon Newbies baby screenings in Greenwich. Prams welcome, lights and sound adjusted.
Odeon Surrey Quays — Newbies
Odeon Newbies screenings in Surrey Quays. Baby-friendly with lights up and reduced volume.
Odeon Wimbledon — Newbies
Odeon Newbies baby screenings in Wimbledon. Relaxed environment, lights and sound adjusted.
Orly's House – OurHouse East Sheen (Coming 2027)
OurHouse's East Sheen location, opening early 2027. Multiple family spaces under one roof — expect the same formula as Jaego's and Jesse's: pools, soft play, kids' club, crèche, fitness and co-working. Check the website to join the waitlist.
Oru Space — Mum & Baby Pilates
Postnatal pilates classes at Oru Space in East Dulwich. Core restoration and strength in a welcoming studio. Babies come along.
Oru Space — Mum & Baby Yoga
Postnatal yoga classes at Oru Space in East Dulwich. Gentle yoga with your baby — great for recovery and relaxation.
Oru Space — Pregnancy Pilates
Prenatal pilates at Oru Space in East Dulwich. Safe, pregnancy-adapted pilates to support your changing body through each trimester.
Oru Space — Pregnancy Yoga
Prenatal yoga classes at Oru Space in East Dulwich. Gentle yoga tailored for pregnancy — breathing, stretching, and connecting with your bump.
Parent & Baby Swim — Brockwell Lido
Outdoor heated lido with dedicated parent and baby sessions in summer. A magical experience for baby's first outdoor swim.
Parent & Baby Swim — Tooting Bec Lido
One of Europe's largest outdoor lidos with parent and baby sessions. Heated in summer, an iconic London experience.
Polka Theatre
One of London's leading dedicated children's theatres. Produces and presents shows for ages 0 upwards, including early years sensory performances for babies (0–18 months), toddler shows, and larger-scale productions. Regularly programmes picture book adaptations and touring children's shows.
Raffy's Play Cafe
A welcoming play cafe for babies and toddlers. Soft play area, good coffee, and a relaxed space to let little ones roam while you catch up with other parents.
Rhythm & Rhyme — Deptford Family Hub
A fun, interactive singing, music and story session for young children and their families.
Rhythm & Rhyme — Honor Oak Family Hub
A fun, interactive singing, music and story session for young children and their families. Tuesday afternoons 1–2pm.
Ritzy Picturehouse — Big Scream
Weekly baby-friendly screenings at this beloved Brixton cinema. Lights up, sound reduced, prams welcome.
Roam Community Cafe
A relaxed community café that welcomes families. Great for pram-friendly meet-ups, baby groups, and a proper coffee while your little one explores.
Southwark Libraries — Baby Storytime
Free baby storytime and rhyme sessions at Southwark libraries. Check each branch for session times.
Stay & Play — Bellingham Family Hub
Help your child learn through play and experience messy play, craft activities, singing and much more! Monday afternoons 1:15–2:45pm.
Stay & Play — Deptford Family Hub
Help your child learn through play and experience messy play, craft activities, singing and much more! Bring a change of clothes if possible.
Stay & Play — Downham Family Hub
Help your child learn through play and experience messy play, craft activities, singing and much more! Monday afternoons 1:15–2:45pm.
Stay & Play — Eliot Bank Family Hub
Help your child learn through play and experience messy play, craft activities, singing and much more! Friday mornings 10am–11:30am.
Stay & Play — Evelyn Family Hub
Help your child learn through play and experience messy play, craft activities, singing and much more! Bring a change of clothes if possible.
Stay & Play — Ladywell Family Hub
Help your child learn through play and experience messy play, craft activities, singing and much more! Thursday afternoons 1:15–2:45pm.
Surrey Docks Farm
A working farm on the south bank of the Thames with cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, geese and bees. Lovely riverside setting, café, and a real working farm feel. Free entry.
Swimbies — Charlton Lido
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swim at stunning Charlton Lido — a 50m heated outdoor pool. Seasonal sessions.
Swimbies — Crystal Palace National Sports Centre
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming programme at the famous Crystal Palace NSC.
Swimbies — Forest Hill Pools
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming programme at Forest Hill Pools.
Swimbies — Glass Mill Leisure Centre
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming programme in Lewisham.
Swimbies — Thamesmere Leisure Centre
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming programme in Thamesmead.
Swimbies — The Eltham Centre
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming programme in Eltham, south east London.
Swimbies — The Greenwich Centre
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming programme in central Greenwich.
Swimbies — Vauxhall Leisure Centre
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming programme in Vauxhall. Maximum 4 pupils per class.
Swimbies — Wavelengths Leisure Centre
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming programme in Deptford.
Swimbies — Woolwich Waves
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming programme at Woolwich Waves leisure centre.
The Common Ground — Clapham
Spacious café on Clapham Common with big windows, plenty of pram space, and excellent coffee. A hub for local parents.
The Pavilion Café — Dulwich Park
Beloved café in beautiful Dulwich Park with spacious outdoor seating. Very pram-friendly with high chairs and good space inside.
Tots in London Play Cafe
Play cafe for babies and toddlers in London. Dedicated play space, good coffee, and a friendly community of local parents.
Train Yard — Mum Strength (Clapham)
Mum strength classes at Train Yard's Clapham studio. Postnatal strength training to rebuild fitness after pregnancy. Expert coaching in a supportive environment.
Triple P for Baby Course — Evelyn
A 6-week course supporting your transition into parenthood. Suitable for expectant parents and families with babies under 1. Email [email protected] to book.
Vauxhall City Farm
A small but charming city farm right in Vauxhall with horses, goats, rabbits, guinea pigs and birds. Free entry, riding lessons available, and a relaxed space for families.
Wacky Warehouse — South East London
Indoor soft play adventure zone with a dedicated toddler area and café for parents. Multiple south east London locations.
Water Babies — South London
UK's leading baby swimming programme. Small classes, expert teachers, starts from birth. Builds water confidence and safety skills.
Woodlands Farm
A 90-acre working farm on the Greenwich/Bexley border — one of London's hidden gems. Sheep, pigs, cattle, horses and chickens across real farmland. Free entry, beautiful countryside walks, and very pram-friendly.
Animo Yoga — Postnatal Yoga (Bow)
Postnatal yoga classes at Animo Yoga in Bow, E3. Gentle movement to support recovery after birth, with your baby welcome alongside you.
Animo Yoga — Prenatal Yoga (Bow)
Prenatal yoga classes at Animo Yoga in Bow, E3. Yoga designed specifically for pregnancy — building strength, flexibility and calm for birth and beyond.
Baby Blossoms Sensory — Tower Hamlets (Various)
Baby sensory classes running daily across various locations in Tower Hamlets. Songs, lights, bubbles, textures and parachute play — brilliant for baby development and a great way to meet other parents.
Baby Blossoms Sensory — Victoria Park (Thursdays)
Baby sensory classes at Victoria Park every Thursday. Lights, sounds, textures and music to stimulate your baby's senses. Part of the Baby Blossoms programme running across Tower Hamlets.
Baby Massage — East London
Certified baby massage classes helping with colic, sleep, and bonding. Intimate groups of up to 6 families.
Baby Sensory — East London
Award-winning sensory development classes for babies 0–13 months. Lights, sounds, textures, and music in themed sessions.
Cook with Kasper — Walthamstow
Hands-on cooking classes for babies, toddlers and young children. Food Explorers sessions run Tuesdays 10–11:30am; First Tastes weaning courses run Wednesdays 11am–1pm. Introduces little ones to food, textures and simple cooking in a playful setting.
Curzon Baby Cinema — Aldgate
Weekly baby-friendly cinema screenings at Curzon Aldgate. Tickets are £12.50 and include a free popcorn or coffee — a proper treat for new parents. Lights kept low, sound reduced, prams welcome.
Everyman Canary Wharf — Baby Screenings
Baby-friendly screenings at Everyman Canary Wharf. Modern cinema with sofa seating.
Frame — Mum & Baby Classes
Frame studios offer postnatal mum and baby fitness classes across London. Fun, welcoming classes to ease back into exercise with your baby.
Frame — Pregnancy Classes
Frame studios offer prenatal yoga, pilates and fitness classes for pregnant women. Trimester-appropriate and taught by specialist instructors.
Frog Prince Music — Stepney Farm (Fridays)
Live music sessions for babies and toddlers with Frog Prince every Friday at Stepney City Farm. Songs, instruments and movement in a unique outdoor farm setting.
Frog Prince Music — Various East London Venues
Live baby and toddler music classes with Frog Prince across East London. Songs, instruments and movement to support early musical development. Check website for full schedule of days and venues.
Genesis Cinema — Baby Screenings
Baby-friendly cinema screenings at the iconic Genesis Cinema in Mile End. Independent cinema with a relaxed atmosphere — prams welcome, lights dimmed, sound lowered. Check website for current schedule.
Hackney City Farm
A beloved community farm in the heart of Hackney. Animals include pigs, goats, donkeys, chickens and rabbits. Free entry, café on site, and a lovely outdoor space for babies and toddlers to explore.
Hackney Libraries — Rhyme Time
Free weekly rhyme time for babies and toddlers. Songs, stories, and socialising. Multiple Hackney library branches.
Hackney Picturehouse — Big Scream
Weekly baby-friendly screenings in the heart of Hackney. Prams welcome, nappy changing on site.
Half Moon Theatre
East London children's theatre specialising in work for very young audiences. Programmes sensory and gentle shows specifically for babies and toddlers aged 0–2, including productions designed for crawlers with floor seating. 2 minutes from Limehouse DLR.
Lanterns School of Performing Arts
Dance classes for young children including ballet, jazz and musical theatre. Good for toddlers and older children. Some classes are drop-off for older ages — check for 2-year-old options.
Lisa Gilbert Academy — Ballet, Tap & Acro
Ballet, tap and acro/gymnastics classes for young children. A mix of structured dance and movement — great for toddlers developing coordination and confidence.
Little Explorers — East London
Small, calm soft play centre designed specifically for babies and young toddlers. Clean, quiet, and never overcrowded.
London Fields
Popular Hackney park with a heated lido, playground, and great nearby cafés. Flat and very pram-friendly.
London Museum Docklands — Mudlarks Play Gallery
Mudlarks is a free interactive play gallery for children under 8 at the London Museum Docklands. Hands-on exhibits exploring the history of London's river — digging, water play and discovery. Buggy-friendly and free.
London Museum Docklands — Tots at the Docks
Tots at the Docks is a programme of baby and toddler sessions at the London Museum Docklands. Sensory play, storytelling and exploration inspired by the museum's river and trade history. Check website for upcoming dates.
M&S Café — Canary Wharf (Tuesday cake deal)
Free cake with every hot drink purchase on Tuesdays for M&S Sparks Baby & Toddler Club members. Join Sparks free to claim.
Melodies for Mums (Breathe AHR)
A 10-week group singing programme designed to support new mums' mental health in the early postnatal months. Highly recommended by local mums — meaningful friendships formed. Commitment to all 10 weekly sessions required. Check website for current groups in East London.
Monkey Music — East London
Award-winning music classes for babies and toddlers. Progressive programme from 3 months with instruments, singing, and movement.
Mudchute Park & Farm
One of the largest urban farms in Europe, tucked away on the Isle of Dogs. Horses, llamas, pigs, sheep, goats and more. Free entry, wide open spaces, and a café. A real countryside feel in east London.
NCT East London — Bumps & Babies Group
Free drop-in group for pregnant women and parents of babies under 1. Connect with local parents in east London.
NCT Postnatal Support Group — East London
Peer support group for new parents. A safe, friendly space to talk about the realities of new parenthood.
Paper & Cup — Hackney
Bookshop and café in Hackney Downs. Very welcoming to babies and parents, with pram space and a relaxed atmosphere.
Rio Cinema — Baby Screenings
Dalston's iconic independent cinema with regular baby-friendly screenings.
Sensory Room Sessions — Hackney
Dedicated sensory room sessions for babies with special needs or sensory processing differences. Calm, inclusive environment.
Shoreditch House – Family & Sensory Activities
Soho House's East London members' club with a brilliant family programme. Children are welcome in designated areas until 9pm; babies in arms (under 18 months) can visit anytime. Child membership unlocks pool access (swimming until 12pm daily). Weekly family events include Saturday film screenings, storytime and kid-focused workshops. Kids' yoga for ages 7–12 runs in the Library. Check the Soho House app for current family session schedules.
Spitalfields City Farm
A friendly community farm in east London with goats, sheep, pigs, chickens and donkeys. Free to visit, with a café and community garden. Great for a morning out with a baby or toddler.
Stepney City Farm
A community farm in east London with horses, cows, goats, pigs and poultry. Beautiful kitchen garden, café, and regular events. A peaceful green escape with lots for little ones to see.
Stratford East Picturehouse — Big Scream
Weekly baby-friendly screenings at Westfield Stratford. Lights up, volume down, prams welcome.
Strong Mums Club
A 12-week postnatal strength and fitness programme designed specifically for new mums. Individual classes also available. Focuses on rebuilding core strength and overall fitness in a supportive community of mums.
Swimbies — Chingford Leisure Centre
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming programme in Chingford, Waltham Forest.
Swimbies — East Ham Leisure Centre
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming programme in East Ham.
Swimbies — London Fields Lido
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swim at iconic London Fields Lido. Heated outdoor 50m pool — a magical experience.
The Dad Pad — Dad & Baby Group (Hackney)
A welcoming group for dads and their babies. Meet other local dads, share experiences, and get out of the house. Runs regularly in Hackney.
Tower Hamlets Children's Centres — Stay & Play
All children's centres across Tower Hamlets run free Stay & Play sessions for babies and toddlers. Drop in for toys, singing, and activities — a great way to meet local parents. No booking needed at most centres.
Tower Hamlets Libraries — Rhyme Time
Free weekly rhyme time sessions at Tower Hamlets libraries. Songs and stories for babies and young toddlers.
Tower Tots — Church Stay & Play (Tower Hamlets)
Tower Tots is a network of welcoming baby and toddler Stay & Play groups run by churches across Tower Hamlets. Toys, crafts, songs and a warm welcome — open to all regardless of faith. Free or donation-based.
Tower Tots — Church Stay & Play Groups
Many churches across Tower Hamlets run welcoming Stay & Play groups called Tower Tots for babies and toddlers. Toys, crafts, songs and snacks — open to all regardless of faith. Free or donation-based.
Train Yard — Mum Strength (Wapping)
Mum strength classes at Train Yard in Wapping. A dedicated postnatal strength training programme to rebuild fitness after pregnancy. Expert coaching in a supportive environment.
Victoria Park
East London's People's Park with a paddling pool (seasonal), playground, and excellent café. Very buggy-friendly.
Victoria Park Café
Popular café in Victoria Park with a large terrace. Pram-friendly, high chairs available, and lovely cakes.
Vue Westfield Stratford — VueBaby
VueBaby screenings with lights up and sound reduced. Prams welcome.
Water Babies — East London
UK's leading baby swimming programme. Small classes, expert teachers, starts from birth. Builds water confidence and safety skills.
Wee Movers
Movement and dance classes for babies, toddlers and young children. Encouraging coordination, balance and creativity through fun, age-appropriate movement sessions.
Young V&A
The V&A's dedicated museum for children and families in Bethnal Green. Interactive exhibits covering art, design and performance. Free entry, fully accessible, excellent for babies and toddlers. Buggy-friendly throughout.
Baby Massage — West London
Certified baby massage classes helping with colic, sleep, and bonding. Intimate groups of up to 6 families.
Baby Sensory — West London
Award-winning sensory development classes for babies 0–13 months. Lights, sounds, textures, and music in themed sessions.
Dad & Baby Yoga — Triyoga Chelsea
Dad and baby yoga at Triyoga Chelsea. A chance to bond with your baby through movement and breath in a calm, welcoming studio.
Electric Cinema — Baby Screenings
Notting Hill's luxurious independent cinema with occasional baby screenings. Armchair and sofa seating.
Everyman Chelsea — Baby Screenings
Baby-friendly screenings in Chelsea. Luxury seating, lights softly up, calm environment.
Everyman Maida Vale — Baby Screenings
Baby-friendly screenings at Everyman Maida Vale. Relaxed atmosphere with comfortable seating.
Gambado Chelsea
Large indoor adventure centre with soft play, rides, and a café. Separate toddler zone for under 3s. One of London's best soft plays.
Gate Picturehouse — Big Scream
Weekly baby screenings at this Notting Hill favourite. Lights up, sound down, all prams welcome.
Gymboree Play & Music — Dad & Baby Sessions
Gymboree welcome dads to all sessions including dedicated dad & baby classes. Structured play, music and movement for babies with their dads.
Hammersmith & Fulham Libraries — Rhyme Time
Free rhyme time for babies and toddlers at local libraries. Songs, books, and a chance to socialise.
Holland Park
Charming west London park with a brilliant adventure playground, peacocks, and the Kyoto Garden. Very pram-friendly.
Jaego's House – OurHouse Kensal Rise
OurHouse's original club — an oasis for children and parents in Kensal Rise. Four floors with soft play, jungle gym, outdoor playground, kids' club, crèche, fitness classes, co-working and cafés. Membership from £90/adult and £50/child per month. Rolling waitlist — a few weeks' wait typical.
Jesse's House – OurHouse Parsons Green
A premium family membership club in Parsons Green with a warm Mediterranean feel across two floors. Heated indoor and outdoor pools, soft play and jungle gym, kids' classes, crèche, children's fitness, adult fitness, Reformer Pilates, co-working and family dining — all under one roof. Membership from £135/adult and £75/child per month.
Kensington & Chelsea Libraries — Baby Rhyme Time
Free rhyme time sessions at RBKC libraries. Songs, rhymes, and stories for the youngest readers.
M&S Café — Kensington (Tuesday cake deal)
Free cake with every hot drink purchase on Tuesdays for M&S Sparks Baby & Toddler Club members. Join Sparks free to claim.
Monkey Music — West London
Award-winning music classes for babies and toddlers. Progressive programme from 3 months with instruments, singing, and movement.
NCT West London — Bumps & Babies Group
Free drop-in group for pregnant women and parents of babies under 1. A welcoming space for new parents.
Odeon Richmond — Newbies
Odeon Newbies baby screenings in Richmond. Relaxed and welcoming environment.
Olive's House – OurHouse Chiswick (Coming 2027)
OurHouse's Chiswick location, opening spring 2027. Family membership club with the full OurHouse offering — pools, soft play, classes, crèche and adult wellness. Check the website to register your interest.
Richmond Park
London's largest royal park with free-roaming deer. Isabella Plantation is gorgeous for a pram walk.
Snakes & Ladders — Richmond
Well-established indoor play centre with a large soft play structure, toddler area, and café. A west London favourite.
Swimbies — Chelsea Sports Centre
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming programme in the heart of Chelsea.
Swimbies — Phoenix Fitness Centre (Janet Adegoke Pool)
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming programme at Janet Adegoke Swimming Pool in Shepherd's Bush.
Vue Westfield London — VueBaby
VueBaby screenings at Westfield Shepherd's Bush. Lights up, sound down, prams welcome.
Water Babies — West London
UK's leading baby swimming programme. Small classes, expert teachers, starts from birth. Builds water confidence and safety skills.
Baby Sign Language — London
Learn simple sign language to communicate with your baby before they can speak. Fun, sociable classes for parent and baby.
Baby Yoga — London
Gentle yoga-inspired movements for babies, supporting digestion, sleep, and bonding. Suitable from 6 weeks. No experience needed.
BabyBallet — London
Gentle introduction to dance and movement for babies and toddlers. Develops motor skills through music and creative movement.
Barbican Library — Baby Sessions
Free baby and toddler sessions at the Barbican Library. Rhymes, stories, and songs in the heart of the City.
Better Gyms — Soft Play
Many Better Gym locations across London have soft play areas available for children. A great option for letting toddlers burn energy while you use the gym. Check your local Better Gym for availability and opening times.
BFI Southbank — Baby Screenings
The BFI runs occasional baby-friendly screenings. Check website for upcoming events.
Bump & Baby Club — Antenatal Classes
Antenatal classes covering pregnancy, birth, and the early weeks with your newborn. Run by experienced midwives in a relaxed, informal setting. Multiple locations across London — check the website to find your nearest class.
City of London Libraries — Children's Activities
Free regular children's activities at City of London libraries, plus occasional special events. Rhyme times, story sessions and craft activities for babies and toddlers. Check website for current schedule.
Coram's Fields — Under 5s Drop-In
Coram's Fields runs a free under 5s drop-in Monday to Friday, 9:30am–12:30pm. A beloved seven-acre park in Bloomsbury with a farm, sandpit, paddling pool and play equipment. Adults must be accompanied by a child to enter.
Curzon Baby Cinema — Various Locations
Curzon run baby-friendly screenings across multiple London cinemas. Tickets £12.50 include a free popcorn or coffee. Prams welcome, lights kept dim, sound softened. Check website for your nearest venue and schedule.
Everyman Broadgate — Baby Screenings
Baby-friendly screenings at Everyman Broadgate. Great for parents in the City.
Free Library Rhyme Time — London
Free singing and music sessions for babies and toddlers at local libraries across London. Songs, rhymes, and instruments.
Guildhall Art Gallery — Family Events
The Guildhall Art Gallery runs baby and family-friendly events on selected Saturdays. Great when babies are a little older. Free entry to the gallery — check website for upcoming events.
Happy Parents Happy Baby — Antenatal Classes
Antenatal classes covering labour, birth, and life with a newborn. Taught in small groups by experienced midwives and practitioners. Multiple locations across London — check the website for your nearest class.
Hartbeeps — London
Multi-sensory musical storytelling experience for babies and toddlers. Immersive sessions with props, lights, and music.
Hyde Park
London's most iconic park with wide pram-friendly paths, a Diana Memorial Playground, and the Serpentine café.
Little Kickers — London
Football-based play sessions for toddlers developing balance, coordination, and confidence through fun football activities.
London Transport Museum
Ride historic buses and Tube trains, explore interactive galleries and let little ones play in the dedicated Under 5s play zone. The museum is fully buggy-friendly with lifts throughout. A wonderful rainy-day outing in the heart of Covent Garden.
London Transport Museum — Little Engineers
Hands-on family workshop sessions at the London Transport Museum where children aged 3–11 explore engineering and design inspired by London's transport network. Check the website for upcoming dates and booking.
M&S Café — Marble Arch (Tuesday cake deal)
Free cake with every hot drink purchase on Tuesdays for M&S Sparks Baby & Toddler Club members. A lovely excuse to get out of the house with your baby. Join Sparks free to claim.
Messy Monsters — London
Messy sensory play sessions for babies and toddlers. Edible paints, gloop, jelly, and foam. Bring a change of clothes!
Musical Bumps — London
Fun music and movement classes for babies and toddlers. Singing, instruments, and dancing in a friendly group setting.
NCT Central London — Bumps & Babies Group
Free drop-in group for pregnant women and parents of babies under 1. Regular meet-ups in central London.
NCT Nearly New Sale — London
Regular nearly-new sales for baby and toddler equipment, clothes, and toys. Great for bargains before baby arrives.
Odeon Luxe West End — Newbies
Odeon Newbies screenings in the West End. Central location, lights up, sound reduced.
Parent & Baby Swim — Ironmonger Row Baths
Historic City baths with warm parent and baby swim sessions. Relaxed and welcoming, with changing facilities.
Picturehouse Central — Big Scream
Weekly baby-friendly screenings with lights up, sound down. Babies under 12 months go free.
PlayPlus — Better Leisure Centres
Affordable council-run soft play sessions at Better leisure centres across London. Good toddler sessions throughout the week.
Postal Museum — Post and Play (Thursdays)
Post and Play sessions every Thursday at The Postal Museum. Sensory play, storytelling and exploration for babies and toddlers. Free for under 6 months, £5 for 6 months and over. Book ahead.
Postal Museum — Sorted! Play Space
Sorted! is The Postal Museum's immersive indoor play space for more mobile children — sorting, driving mail vans and exploring the life of a postal worker. Great for toddlers and older children.
Puddle Ducks — London
Fun baby and toddler swimming lessons focusing on water confidence and safety. Structured programme from birth to 4 years.
Rhythm Time — London
Music and rhyme classes for babies from birth. Uses singing, puppets, and instruments to support early development.
Sensory Play at Children's Centres — London
Free or low-cost sensory play sessions at NHS children's centres. Treasure baskets, water play, sand, and messy play.
Stay & Play — NHS Children's Centres
Free drop-in stay and play sessions at local children's centres. Toys, activities, and a chance to meet other local parents.
SwimBabes — London
Baby swimming lessons from 2 weeks old in warm hydrotherapy pools. Small classes and experienced teachers.
Swimbies — Ironmonger Row Baths
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming at this historic City baths. Warm pool, small classes.
Swimbies — Oasis Sports Centre
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming at this unique Covent Garden pool with both indoor and outdoor options.
Swimbies — Pancras Square Leisure
Better's Swimbies baby and parent swimming programme at this modern Kings Cross pool.
The Mum Club
A community for women who just happen to be mums. The Mum Club runs events, meet-ups and gatherings across London — focused on connection, fun and support, not just baby talk. A brilliant way to find your village and meet like-minded mums at all stages.
The Play Map — London Activity Listings
The Play Map is a comprehensive directory of baby and toddler activities across London. Search by location to find local classes, groups and events near you. A brilliant resource for finding even more activities.
The Postal Museum
Explore 500 years of postal history and ride Mail Rail — a miniature underground railway beneath the streets of London. The museum has a dedicated Sorted! play zone for under 8s with slides, tunnels and sorting activities. Buggy-friendly throughout.
The Postal Museum — Baby & Toddler Sessions
Dedicated drop-in sessions at the Postal Museum for babies and toddlers. Sensory play, soft play and exploration of the Sorted! play zone without the crowds. Check the website for upcoming dates.
Toddler Sense — London
Multi-sensory developmental play for toddlers 13 months to 4 years. The follow-on from Baby Sensory. London-wide locations.
Tumble Tots — London
Physical play programme developing balance, coordination, and confidence through structured gym activities. Great for active babies.
Vue Leicester Square — VueBaby
VueBaby screenings in central London. Lights up, sound reduced, prams welcome.