Things to do with kids in Forest Hill

Forest Hill gives families a choice between a museum-and-gardens outing and a smaller stop on Dartmouth Road. At the Horniman, explore musical instruments and world cultures, book the Aquarium or Butterfly House, or make time for the wildlife-themed Kusuma playground. Forest Hill Library offers songs, movement and storybook crafts, while Forest Hill Pools has family swims, a learner pool and children’s lessons. Choose one main activity and check its current access and booking information before adding a second stop.

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Forest Hill gives families a choice between a museum-and-gardens outing and a smaller stop on Dartmouth Road. At the Horniman, explore musical instruments and world cultures, book the Aquarium or Butterfly House, or make time for the wildlife-themed Kusuma playground. Forest Hill Library offers songs, movement and storybook crafts, while Forest Hill Pools has family swims, a learner pool and children’s lessons. Choose one main activity and check its current access and booking information before adding a second stop.

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Saturday 28 Nov

Ms Carry’s Story Time for Children

Dartmouth Road, Forest Hill, London SE23 3HZ

Enjoy a beautifully illustrated storybook with Ms Carry, then make something creative with crayons, colourful paper, glue sticks and pens. This monthly library activity combines listening, storytelling and hands-on arts and crafts.

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Places to visit

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Forest Hill Library

Forest Hill

Browse books, share songs and stories, or settle into a quiet reading spot at this community library.

Library entry free; some services and activities charged

Horniman Aquarium

Forest Hill

Discover coral reefs, jellyfish, frogs and fish from aquatic habitats around the world.

Adult £6.50; child 3–16 £3.50; under 3 free

Horniman Museum and Gardens

Forest Hill

Explore world cultures and musical instruments, then head into the gardens for nature-themed play.

Museum and Gardens free; some attractions and events charged separately

Addresses for your route

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  • Forest Hill Library

    Dartmouth Road, Forest Hill, London SE23 3HZ

  • Forest Hill Pools

    Dartmouth Road, Forest Hill, London SE23 2HZ

  • Horniman Aquarium

    100 London Road, Forest Hill, London SE23 3PQ

  • Horniman Butterfly House

    100 London Road, Forest Hill, London SE23 3PQ

  • Horniman Museum and Gardens

    100 London Road, Forest Hill, London SE23 3PQ

  • Kusuma Nature Play Area

    100 London Road, Forest Hill, London SE23 3PQ

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