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North London

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The Dare Skywalk โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 1
High โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

The Dare Skywalk

A thrilling physical challenge climbing over the Tottenham Hotspur stadium roof, ending with a glass walkway viewing point 46m above the pitch.

Castle Climbing Centre โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 2
High ๐Ÿ  Indoor

Castle Climbing Centre

Indoor bouldering and top-rope climbing in a stunning Victorian water pumping station. Great for testing physical limits.

Alexandra Palace Ice Rink โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 3
Medium ๐Ÿ  Indoor

Alexandra Palace Ice Rink

A classic indoor ice skating experience in the historic People's Palace, perfect for active bonding followed by a hot chocolate.

Hampstead Heath & Kite Flying โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 4
Medium โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

Hampstead Heath & Kite Flying

Massive open space for flying kites on Parliament Hill and spotting wildlife. A great, low-pressure physical outdoor day.

Royal Air Force Museum โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 5
Low ๐Ÿ  Indoor

Royal Air Force Museum

Massive hangars filled with historic fighter jets and interactive flight simulators. Excellent for tech-minded kids.

London Canal Museum โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 6
Low ๐Ÿ  Indoor

London Canal Museum

Peer into a giant Victorian ice well and learn about the history of the industrial waterways.

Go Ape Alexandra Palace โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 7
High โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

Go Ape Alexandra Palace

Treetop adventure featuring high ropes and zip wires through the canopy of the park.

Camden Market Street Art & Food โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 8
Medium ๐ŸŒค๏ธ Flexible

Camden Market Street Art & Food

Wander the vibrant markets, find hidden murals, and sample street food from across the globe.

Emirates Stadium Tour โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 9
Low ๐Ÿ  Indoor

Emirates Stadium Tour

Go behind the scenes at Arsenal, including the tunnel, changing rooms, and the director's box.

Parkland Walk Trail โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 10
Medium โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

Parkland Walk Trail

A nature trail along a disused railway line between Finsbury Park and Highgate. Look out for the Spriggan statue.

Flip Out Brent Cross โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 11
High ๐Ÿ  Indoor

Flip Out Brent Cross

A huge indoor trampoline park with Ninja Warrior courses and laser tag rooms.

Lord's Cricket Ground Tour โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 12
Low ๐Ÿ  Indoor

Lord's Cricket Ground Tour

Explore the historic home of cricket, featuring the famous Long Room and the futuristic Media Centre.

Highgate Wood Bushcraft โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 13
Medium โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

Highgate Wood Bushcraft

Ancient woodland perfect for den building, bird watching, and off-grid physical play.

Kentish Town City Farm โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 14
Low โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

Kentish Town City Farm

A farm run by a local charity on a four-acre site. Children can cook in the farm kitchen using fresh ingredients from the community gardens.

Woodberry Wetlands โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 15
Low โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

Woodberry Wetlands

A gorgeous nature reserve perfect for spotting populations of pochard and shoveler ducks during the winter. The Coal House Cafรฉ boasts a rooftop patio, waterside terrace and sizeable garden.

Highbury Leisure Centre โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 16
High ๐Ÿ  Indoor

Highbury Leisure Centre

A great Better facility boasting a brand new six-lane, 25m swimming pool. Islington Council often offers free swimming lessons for under-3s accompanied by an adult during summer.

London Zoo โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 17
Medium ๐ŸŒค๏ธ Flexible

London Zoo

This vast ZSL facility at Regent's Park has everything a child could ever want in a day out, featuring animals such as otters, giraffes and okapis. It also boasts an Animal Adventure zone where young visitors can meet animals ranging from eagle owls to meerkats.

Puttstars Harrow โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 18
Low ๐Ÿ  Indoor

Puttstars Harrow

A perfect day out for those who like friendly competition, with three nine-hole courses to choose from: Zig Zag, Slingshot and Pin Ball. There's also a range of amusements on site.

Little Angel Theatre โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 19
Low ๐Ÿ  Indoor

Little Angel Theatre

A dedicated puppet theatre with a lovely selection of productions, especially catering to the 5 to 11 age group. They also run a film night for 10 years and over.

Better Extreme Trampoline Park โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 20
High ๐Ÿ  Indoor

Better Extreme Trampoline Park

A very well-run trampoline park which caters for all needs, featuring sessions for toddlers, families, and slots for those with disabilities.

Clissold Park โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 21
Medium โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

Clissold Park

A beautiful family favourite park featuring a deer park, aviary, butterfly dome, and two well-equipped playgrounds. It also has a paddling area for hot days.

Freightliners City Farm โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 22
Low โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

Freightliners City Farm

Offers children the chance to meet goats, sheep, pigs, and chickens up close with free entry. It provides opportunities for kids to learn about animal care, gardening, and sustainability.

Rowans Tenpin Bowl โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 23
Medium ๐Ÿ  Indoor

Rowans Tenpin Bowl

A retro local alley great for getting the competitive juices flowing. It doesn't matter how old you are, you still have a chance of getting a strike.

Clay Time โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 24
Low ๐Ÿ  Indoor

Clay Time

Fancy getting creative and getting your hands dirty? This pottery studio runs camps and paint-your-own sessions.

Jacksons Lane โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 25
Low ๐Ÿ  Indoor

Jacksons Lane

Home of theatre, performance and circus since 1975, housed in a striking converted church.

Golders Hill Park โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 26
Medium โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

Golders Hill Park

A beautifully landscaped park featuring a free zoo with lemurs, a butterfly house, and a popular cafรฉ.

Kenwood House โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 27
Low ๐ŸŒค๏ธ Flexible

Kenwood House

A stunning stately home on Hampstead Heath. Kids can explore the sprawling lawns and the impressive interiors.

Primrose Hill โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 28
Medium โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

Primrose Hill

Iconic park with spectacular skyline views of London, perfect for a picnic, running around, and kite flying.

Belmont Children's Farm โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 29
Medium โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

Belmont Children's Farm

A family-friendly farm in Mill Hill offering tractor rides, waffle cafes, and hands-on animal petting sessions.

Waterlow Park โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 30
Medium โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

Waterlow Park

A stunning hillside park in Highgate with fantastic views, tranquil ponds, and great playgrounds for all ages.

Islington Tennis Centre โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 31
High ๐Ÿ  Indoor

Islington Tennis Centre

One of the busiest tennis centres in the country, offering great indoor courts to smash some balls around.

Burgh House & Hampstead Museum โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 32
Low ๐Ÿ  Indoor

Burgh House & Hampstead Museum

A historic Queen Anne house offering a fascinating glimpse into local history with occasional family-friendly exhibits.

The Jewish Museum London โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 33
Low ๐Ÿ  Indoor

The Jewish Museum London

Explores British Jewish history, culture, and heritage with highly engaging exhibitions and regular interactive family days.

O2 Centre Finchley Road โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 34
Low ๐Ÿ  Indoor

O2 Centre Finchley Road

An indoor entertainment hub featuring a massive multi-screen cinema, casual dining restaurants, and shopping.

Brent Cross Shopping Centre Events โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 35
Low ๐Ÿ  Indoor

Brent Cross Shopping Centre Events

A major shopping destination that frequently hosts interactive pop-ups, mini fairgrounds, and holiday events for kids.

Regent's Park Boating Lake โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 36
Medium โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

Regent's Park Boating Lake

Hire a pedalo or rowing boat to explore the beautiful lake and its resident wildlife from the water.

Queen's Wood Nature Reserve โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 37
Medium โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

Queen's Wood Nature Reserve

An ancient woodland offering a genuine wilderness experience right in the middle of the city. Perfect for nature walks.

Highbury Fields โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 38
High โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

Highbury Fields

Islington's largest park, featuring a great sandpit playground, open spaces for football, and table tennis.

Markfield Beam Engine and Museum โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 39
Low ๐Ÿ  Indoor

Markfield Beam Engine and Museum

Discover a restored Victorian steam engine in Tottenham. A great educational trip for mechanical minds.

The Phoenix Cinema โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 40
Low ๐Ÿ  Indoor

The Phoenix Cinema

One of the oldest continuously running cinemas in the UK, offering fantastic weekend Kids Club screenings.

Bruce Castle Museum โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 41
Low ๐Ÿ  Indoor

Bruce Castle Museum

A Grade I listed 16th-century manor house exploring local history, set in 20 acres of parkland.

Tottenham Marshes โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 42
High โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

Tottenham Marshes

A vast nature reserve perfect for off-road cycling, walking, and spotting wetland birds along the River Lee.

Caledonian Park & Clock Tower โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 43
Medium โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

Caledonian Park & Clock Tower

A park featuring a towering, historic Grade II* listed clock tower with occasional open days for climbing to the top.

Finsbury Park Boating Lake โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 44
High โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

Finsbury Park Boating Lake

A classic urban park offering a boating lake in the summer, an excellent playground, and a huge skate park.

Archway Leisure Centre โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 45
High ๐Ÿ  Indoor

Archway Leisure Centre

Features a leisure pool with a sloping beach environment, a flume, and a wave machine for aquatic fun.

Belsize Wood Nature Reserve โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 46
Low โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

Belsize Wood Nature Reserve

A tiny but magical hidden woodland tucked away in Belsize Park, great for bug hunting and quiet exploring.

Highgate Cemetery โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 47
Low โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

Highgate Cemetery

For older, curious kids, this historic and atmospheric cemetery is full of overgrown nature and fascinating history.

Stephens House and Gardens โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 48
Medium โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

Stephens House and Gardens

A historic estate in Finchley featuring beautifully landscaped gardens, an arboretum, and a great playground.

Swiss Cottage Leisure Centre โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 49
High ๐Ÿ  Indoor

Swiss Cottage Leisure Centre

A large, modern complex featuring a great swimming pool, a climbing wall, and various sports courts.

Camden Lock Canalside โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 50
Medium โ˜€๏ธ Outdoor

Camden Lock Canalside

Watch the canal boats go through the manual locks and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the surrounding markets.

Roundhouse โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 51
Low ๐Ÿ  Indoor

Roundhouse

An iconic circular performing arts venue in Camden that frequently stages spectacular circus, theatre, and music for youths.

Keats House โ€” dad and kids activity in North London Week 52
Low ๐Ÿ  Indoor

Keats House

The former home of the Romantic poet John Keats, occasionally hosting family days and creative writing activities.