Summer is here, school holidays too. Need to find ways to keep them entertained? These ideas will come in helpful.
1. Summer Holiday Activities & Food (HAF)
Camden Council’s free HAF programme runs from 23 July–29 Aug for 5–16-year-olds on free school meals. Enjoy creative workshops, sports and a nutritious meal daily.
2. Kids Swim for a Quid
Daily early‑morning swims for under-16s at £1 before 10am during term and holidays at Camden Better Leisure Centres—perfect for beating the summer heat.
3. Week-long Summer Workshops at Camden Market
Camden Market hosts a summer events series—enjoy kids’ crafts, Bollywood performances, open‑air Shakespeare, and pop‑up fun free of charge.
4. Family Workshops at The Foundling Museum
Creative sessions including felting, rag‑doll making, and stop‑motion animation; £5 per child/adult offers an imaginative indoor escape.
5. Discover Coram’s Fields
This beloved 7-acre playground near King’s Cross features playgrounds, sand pits, sports courts, a pets’ corner and café—always a firm favourite.
6. Artistic Exploration at Camden Art Centre
Check out dynamic exhibitions and family-friendly art activities in this Grade II listed gallery during the summer months.
7. Explore Camden Markets & Street Art Trail
Wander through Camden Lock, Stables Market, and Camden High Street for crafts, international street food, quirky shops—and don’t miss the vibrant street art and canal‑side strolls.
8. Family-friendly Live Music & Theatre
Catch performances at iconic venues like The Jazz Cafe, Dublin Castle, and fringe shows at Etcetera Theatre. Or enjoy Kids’ Week West-End tickets through Sun Club (21 Jul–31 Aug).
9. Outdoor Fun in Regent’s Park & Primrose Hill
Hire a rowing boat, play tennis/cricket, or simply picnic with city views. Don’t miss the sunset skyline from Primrose Hill.
10. Free Library & Centre Sessions
Camden libraries and family hubs offer rhyme-times, story readings, baby bounce and “stay & play” drop-in sessions—great for under-5s.
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