Place to explore / Forest Hill
Kusuma Nature Play Area
Climb, balance, build dens and explore a wildlife-themed playground for ages 0–11.
- Who it’s for
- 0–11 years
- Price
- Free; festival access restrictions apply
- Where
- 100 London Road, Forest Hill, London SE23 3PQ
About this outing
Kusuma Nature Play brings a wooden jetty and slide, climbing webs, balance beams, a den-building frame, basket swing and sensory planting to the Horniman Gardens. Younger children can explore a collecting table, leaf stools and finger maze. The Gardens Cafe and accessible toilets with baby changing are nearby. Entry is normally free during Gardens opening hours, with no booking needed.
Planning your visit
- Adults must supervise children at all times; no unaccompanied adults. No dogs except assistance dogs. Surfaces may be slippery in rain or ice.
- On 31 October the playground is open only to Day of the Dead festival ticket holders.
- On 23 October the operator reported Gardens closed for adverse weather, with Museum entry only from London Road and both nearby bus stops closed after burst water mains. Check its live travel and weather alerts before setting off.
Plan your visit
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Guides & inspiration
Forest Hill with children: museum discoveries, nature play, stories and swimming
Plan a Forest Hill family outing with the Horniman’s museum, nature playground and ticketed attractions, plus library songs and stories and swimming on Dartmouth Road.