With so many things being outside now due to the pandemic what fun family things can we get up to this summer?
1) Go Ape – is a fantastic outdoor activity centre where you can climb ropes through the tall trees, slide along a zip line, and cross dangling bridges! With three different locations to choose from, this is a fantastic way to spend time outdoors and be active. Locations in Battersea Park, Alexandra Palace and Cockfosters.
2) The ArcelorMittal Orbit at Queen Elizabeth Olympic park – With breath taking views of London, the world’s longest and tallest tunnel slide and the UK’s highest freefall abseil, the ArcelorMittal Orbit is a viewing experience like no other. Standing at 114.5m tall, the ArcelorMittal Orbit gives you the chance to explore London’s famous skyline through stunning floor-to-ceiling windows before experiencing the city’s landmarks from the outside observation walkway suspended 80m above the ground. Discover sights including Big Ben, St Paul’s Cathedral and the O2 and get a bird’s eye view of the former London 2012 Olympic venues.
3) Horse Riding at Stag Lodge Stables, Richmond Park. Suitable for children as young as four and teenagers as old as 18, pony and horse riding at Stag Lodge Stables is the perfect way to keep your offspring active and outdoors.
4) Kayak on the River Thames – Experience the fun of paddlesports with qualified, CRB-checked instructors. Kayak on the River Thames, with guides and kayak safely along this historical river. See London as never before.
5) Rooftop Films – Experiences the movies to cinematic events like no other. Watch the movies under the city skyline. Read our review of Luna Kids Cinema here.
6) The St Katherine Docks Treasure Trail – Make new discoveries on the St Katherine Docks self-guided themed Treasure Trail as you hunt for the long-lost treasure!
7) Brit Movie Tours – Discover a Harry Potter walk full of London filming locations. For fans of J K Rowlings famous young wizard Harry Potter – join London’s original and best tour of Harry Potter London locations. If you are a fan of Harry Potter walk into the film locations featured on screen. The Wizards London Walk is a perfect way to spend a couple of hours in the British capital. Come and explore Harry Potter London filming locations on our magical tour. Our non-magical guides immerse you into the parts of London fit for a wizard!
8) Hop on off London Tour bus – Explore London and see one of the best cities in the world at your leisure! This tour on a famous hop-on hop-off bus, gives you the freedom to explore London at your own pace. Use this ticket to travel around London on a Golden Tours open-top bus, hopping on or off at any of our multiple stops across the city. This is something the kids will really enjoy and a great way for them to get to know London.
9) Richmond Pools in the Park – Once the weather heats up and the summer is truly here why not visit some of Londons fabulous parks, Richmond Pools is a great place to have fun for all the family and enjoy the weather. Check out some of our favourite parks and where to go for a big splash around London.
10) Helicopter Tour of London – How about taking to the skies and exploring London from up high, experience London’s sights and skylines as you have never seen them before. Whatever your outdoor plans as long as your having family fun its always great experiencing it together.
Looking for more summer activities inspiration for kids? Why not have a look at our Summer Scoop and Summer Guide.
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