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Walthamstow Toy Library and Play Centre
Staff-led play, a healthy snack and singing or storytelling at Walthamstow Toy Library in William Morris Hall. Families can join at their first session; annual membership and session fees apply.
- Price
- £15 annual family membership plus £5.50 per session for the first child and £2.50 per additional child; concessions have eligibility conditions.
- Where
- Walthamstow Toy Library and Play Centre, William Morris Hall, 6 Somers Road, London, E17 6RX
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About this outing
Play sessions start with free play chosen by children, followed by a healthy snack and circle time with singing, storytelling, music and movement. Trained early-years staff lead the sessions, and families can borrow toys. This listing is for the Walthamstow branch at William Morris Hall, not the separate Leytonstone branch. You need membership to attend, but can join at your first session and there is no need to book. Standard membership is £15 per family per year, plus session charges of £5.50 for the first child and £2.50 for each additional child.
Planning your visit
- Join at your first play session; no need to book ordinary play sessions.
- Complete a membership form, list all children who may use the Toy Library and renew each year.
- Bring proof for free membership if eligible; session-fee concessions have separate source conditions.
- Walthamstow branch only: do not use the separate Leytonstone timetable or referral-only session as general Walthamstow access.
What visitors say
4.5 / 5 on Google · 111 reviews
Reviewers describe a friendly place for babies and young children, with praise for play sessions and toy borrowing.
Plan your visit
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