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Easter holidays: what to do with kids in London this April 2022

A guide to the best things to do with children this April and Easter break, to please tiny tots and entice teens off their devices.

Explore Disney's magical kingdoms

Explore Disney's magical kingdoms

One for older kids: The Wallace Collection has unveiled an exhibition exploring the links between Disney's fantastical realms and the French art, architecture and design from the Rococo period in the 18th century. Look back on your favourite Disney films and see the scenes that inspired them.

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WHEN
6 April - 16 October
WHERE
The Wallace Collection, Manchester Square, London W1U 3BN
Get stuck in at the Old Royal Naval College

Get stuck in at the Old Royal Naval College

There’s a host of family activities taking place at the Old Royal Naval College this Easter. On The Great Easter Trail, families will track down clues and gather information to reveal the secret location of some chocolate. Over in the Skittle Alley, little ones are invited to knock down bunny skittles, again, for a chocolatey prize. There’s also an Easter animal-making class (17 April only), where crafty kids can create bunny ears and pom-pom chicks.

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WHEN
2 - 18 April
WHERE
Old Royal Naval College, King William Walk, London SE10 9NN
Play games of the future at Somerset House

Play games of the future at Somerset House

One for tech-savvy teens (and grown-ups): Now Play This returns to Somerset House in a blaze of gaming glory. Catch a tantalising glimpse of the potential future of everything playful through a fusion of cutting-edge technology and more traditional forms of entertainment. The exhibition allows adults and kids alike to get involved in a whole range of innovative and engaging games, created by designers from all over the world.

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WHEN
8 - 10 April
WHERE
Somerset House, Strand, London WC2R 1LA
Head under water with The Singing Mermaid

Head under water with The Singing Mermaid

The Singing Mermaid is a favourite read among primary school-age kids. Bringing Julia Donaldon and Lydia Monks' beloved book to life this half term is the Little Angel Theatre. Using music, puppetry and storytelling to enact the tale, a trio of talented performers take audiences underwater to meet the mermaid, who has been lured into the circus by the promise of an exciting life, only to find life isn't what she expected – and she might need some help getting away.

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WHEN
8 - 24 April, times vary
WHERE
The Little Angel Theatre, 14 Dagmar Passage, London N1 2DN
Introduce them to a classic story

Introduce them to a classic story

Is it ever too early to introduce your little ones to the heroes of the literary cannon? Not according to bespoke kids' venue the Unicorn Theatre. This April, you can catch a family-friendly adaptation of Jonathan Swift’s fantasy novel Gulliver's Travels. Set sail and look forward to a video-enhanced adventure, meeting a host of strange creatures along the way: from the tiny inhabitants of Lilliput to the giants of Brobdingnag.

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WHEN
6 March - 16 April
WHERE
Unicorn Thetare, 147 Tooley St, London SE1 2HZ
Hunt for eggs at Eltham Palace

Hunt for eggs at Eltham Palace

Eltham Palace is resurrecting traditional garden games this Easter holiday, throwing in some chocolate to make them that bit more delicious. Have a go at egg rolling and chance your luck in the egg and spoon race. There will be clues and challenges across the site, and all contenders will be rewarded with a chocolate treat and an adventurer’s certificate for their efforts. Here's hoping the sun shines!

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WHEN
2 - 24 April, 10am - 6pm
WHERE
Eltham Palace and Gardens, London SE9 5QF
Start the day with Meal one

Start the day with Meal one

Based on Ivor Cutler and Helen Oxenbury's 1971 picture book, but brought to the stage with some 21st-century augmented reality, Meal One follows what happens when Helbert and his mum plant a plum stone and it grows into a magical tree overnight.

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WHEN
14 - 15 April, 10:30pm
WHERE
Queen Elizabeth Hall, Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London SE1 8XX
See the Dear Zoo team come to life at ZSL London Zoo

See the Dear Zoo team come to life

This April, ZSL London Zoo is celebrating 40 years since the publication of Rod Campbell's beloved children's story Dear Zoo, by bringing the story to life. In the Dear Zoo hub, you can push, pull and press your way through a range of interactive activities. Seek out the Dear Zoo team and following their trail through the zoo. And don't forget to collect stamps along the way - you'll be rewarded for your efforts at the end!

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WHEN
2 - 18 April, 10am & 12pm
WHERE
Regent's Park, London, NW1 4RY
Beatrix Potter exhibition at the V&A

Amble through the illustrations of Beatrix Potter

‘Once upon a time there were four little Rabbits, and their names were Flopsy, Mopsy, Cotton-tail, and Peter.’ So begins The Tale of Peter Rabbit, the first of Beatrix Potter’s much-loved stories. This February half term, you can join Peter and friends at the V&A, with an immersive exhibition of Potter’s life and work. If Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddle Duck and Squirrel Nutkin bring back fond memories, this is the show for your whole family.

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WHEN
12 Feb 2022 – 25 Sep 2022, 12:00 AM
WHERE
V&A
South Kensington, Cromwell Road, London, SW7 2RL
Have a musical adventure at the Royal Opera House

Have a musical adventure at the Royal Opera House

The Royal Opera House invites its littlest visitors (tots under five) to a morning of beginners' ballet, opera workshops, live music-making and storytelling.

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WHEN
10 April, 10am & 1:30pm, sessions last three hours
WHERE
Royal Opera House
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