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Family days out in Kingston upon Thames

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Every great family day out in Kingston upon Thames: farms, museums, parks and hidden gems, with the details parents actually need before setting off.

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What's on, when you need it

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31 on right nowWED 7 OCT

Today

Everything open and on in Kingston upon Thames today, with times and prices.

TOP PICKThe Operating Theatre: 250 Years of Surgery in Hospitals · free

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38 things onFRI 9 - SUN 11

This weekend

Fri29 things · Andre Williams - Time After Time
Sat31 things · Cutty Sark Characters

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TomorrowThu 8 · 30 things on Rainy days127 under a roof Free62 cost nothing

SEASONALENDS 31 OCTHalloween: pumpkin patches, spooky trails & torchlight. 1 already live.

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Zoos & Wildlife Parks in Kingston upon Thames

Zoos & Wildlife Parks19

Farms & Petting Farms in Kingston upon Thames

Farms & Petting Farms17

Theme Parks & Fairgrounds in Kingston upon Thames

Theme Parks & Fairgrounds15

Adventure Parks & High Ropes in Kingston upon Thames

Adventure Parks & High Ropes11

Museums33

Science & Discovery Centres in Kingston upon Thames

Science & Discovery Centres9

Aquariums & Sea Life in Kingston upon Thames

Aquariums & Sea Life7

Castles, Historic Houses & Heritage in Kingston upon Thames

Castles, Historic Houses & Heritage15

Model Villages & Miniature Railways in Kingston upon Thames

Model Villages & Miniature Railways7

Steam Railways & Boat Trips in Kingston upon Thames

Steam Railways & Boat Trips3

Caves, Mines & Underground in Kingston upon Thames

Caves, Mines & Underground10

Tours, Trails & Treasure Hunts in Kingston upon Thames

Tours, Trails & Treasure Hunts10

Observatories & Planetariums in Kingston upon Thames

Observatories & Planetariums6

Soft Play3

Climbing & Bouldering Centres in Kingston upon Thames

Climbing & Bouldering Centres3

Go-Karting2

Bowling1

Escape Rooms8

Crazy Golf & Adventure Golf in Kingston upon Thames

Crazy Golf & Adventure Golf3

Ice Rinks2

Roller & Skate Rinks in Kingston upon Thames

Roller & Skate Rinks1

Arcades, VR & Gaming in Kingston upon Thames

Arcades, VR & Gaming2

Board Game & Play Cafés in Kingston upon Thames

Board Game & Play Cafés1

Pottery Painting & Craft Studios in Kingston upon Thames

Pottery Painting & Craft Studios3

Parks & Playgrounds in Kingston upon Thames

Parks & Playgrounds1

Country Parks & Nature Reserves in Kingston upon Thames

Country Parks & Nature Reserves1

Woodland & Forest in Kingston upon Thames

Woodland & Forest4

Gardens & Arboretums in Kingston upon Thames

Gardens & Arboretums3

Lakes, Reservoirs & Riversides in Kingston upon Thames

Lakes, Reservoirs & Riversides1

Beaches & Coast2

Walking & Cycling Trails2

Splash Parks & Paddling Pools in Kingston upon Thames

Splash Parks & Paddling Pools1

Pick-Your-Own & Pumpkin Patches in Kingston upon Thames

Pick-Your-Own & Pumpkin Patches5

Skate Parks & BMX Tracks in Kingston upon Thames

Skate Parks & BMX Tracks1

Viewpoints & Picnic Spots in Kingston upon Thames

Viewpoints & Picnic Spots3

Martial Arts & Boxing in Kingston upon Thames

Martial Arts & Boxing1

Cycling & BMX Clubs1

Horse Riding & Equestrian1

Multi-Sport & Holiday Sports Camps1

Baby & Toddler Groups3

Dance1

Music Lessons & Choirs in Kingston upon Thames

Music Lessons & Choirs1

Art & Craft Classes7

Cooking & Baking Classes1

Coding, STEM & Robotics in Kingston upon Thames

Coding, STEM & Robotics2

Reading, Book Clubs & Storytime1

Forest School & Outdoor Learning in Kingston upon Thames

Forest School & Outdoor Learning2

Holiday Clubs & Camps in Kingston upon Thames

Holiday Clubs & Camps2

Adult Workshops & Evening Classes in Kingston upon Thames

Adult Workshops & Evening Classes3

Wellbeing & Mindfulness1

Theatres & Shows in Kingston upon Thames

Theatres & Shows24

Pantomime & Family Theatre in Kingston upon Thames

Pantomime & Family Theatre24

Live Music & Gigs in Kingston upon Thames

Live Music & Gigs16

Comedy5

Galleries & Exhibitions in Kingston upon Thames

Galleries & Exhibitions26

Libraries2

Circus & Street Performance in Kingston upon Thames

Circus & Street Performance9

Talks, Lectures & Author Events in Kingston upon Thames

Talks, Lectures & Author Events24

Immersive & Touring Exhibitions in Kingston upon Thames

Immersive & Touring Exhibitions7

Christmas4

Halloween & Pumpkin Events3

Festivals & Fairs1

Community Events & Fun Days1

Open Days & Behind-the-Scenes2

Party Entertainers & Characters1

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Brilliant days out that cost nothing

Proper days out with free entry, bring a picnic and you're done.

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FEED & STROKE

Farms, lambs and llamas

Everything you can feed, stroke or watch being ridiculous.

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INDOOR LIFESAVERS

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Rainy day rescue

For when the forecast betrays you, all under a roof.

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STEP BACK IN TIME

Museums & heritage

Castles, caves and machines kids are allowed to gawp at.

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THE EVENT CALENDAR

What's on this weekend

October

Fri & SatAndre Williams - Time After TimeV&A South Kensington · 2 daysGalleries & ExhibitionsFreeDetails →

Fri & SatPlay After School (Sept-Oct 2026)V&A South Kensington · 2 daysBaby & Toddler GroupsFreeDetails →

Fri & SatHorse and Carriage rides with Ascot CarriagesThe Savill Garden · 2 daysTours, Trails & Treasure HuntsDetails →

Fri & SatDark ArtsWarner Bros. Studio Tour London · 2 daysHalloween & Pumpkin EventsDetails →

Fri & SatSaodat Ismailova: Melted Into the SunV&A South Kensington · 2 daysGalleries & ExhibitionsFreeDetails →

Fri & SatMakers Club | Make - Create - ReflectV&A South Kensington · 2 daysArt & Craft ClassesFreeDetails →

Fri 9 OctTwilight ToursWarner Bros. Studio Tour LondonTours, Trails & Treasure HuntsDetails →

Fri & SatV&A South Kensington Schools & Colleges: In-person Workshops Autumn 2026 - Summer 2027V&A South Kensington · 2 daysMuseumsFrom £150Details →

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Rainy day rescue

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completely free days out within 30 minutes of Kingston upon Thames

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HIDDEN GEMS

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Family riding a colourful carousel with illuminated horses under a red and gold canopy.

No. 01Bognor Regis

Butlins Fairground

Dodgems, vintage stalls and a mini fairground for the little ones, plus go-karts and a bungee trampoline if you fancy paying extra.

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No. 02London

Bike Shed Moto Co.

A big motorbike hangout in London with galleries of bikes and art, a shop to browse and a 160-seat restaurant to sit down in.

Gourmet burger with sesame seed bun, melted cheese, leafy greens and seasoned patty on patterned paper wrapper.

No. 03London

The Thieves

Retro arcade games, VR racing, darts and private karaoke booths, with a restaurant serving burgers and Sunday roasts.

Family days out in Kingston upon Thames

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