Families will love visiting Southwark. Its many parks make it a great place just to stroll, play on the swings or feed the ducks, whilst there are also some attractions that are specifically geared to children. Here’s a selection of attractions that kids will love…
Brunel Engine House
This is the restored pumping house that Sir Marc Brunel built for the steam engines that drained the Thames tunnel.
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HMS Belfast
The cruiser HMS Belfast, launched in 1938, served throughout the Second World War and took part in the Normandy landings.
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Imperial War Museum
One of London's most famous museums dealing with both the horror and heroism of 20th Century war. It exhibits and records all aspects of the history of those conflicts since August 1914.
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The Horniman Museum
The Horniman Museum is the 2004 'Museum of the Year' and was founded in 1902 by Victorian tea trader Frederick Horniman.
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The London Dungeon
Not for the faint hearted, the Dungeons combine real history, horror and humour to bring gruesome goings-on back to life. Each offers a feast of fun with history's horrible bits, combining live actors, rides, shows and special effects, to transport you back to dark times.
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Unicorn Theatre
Unicorn is one of the foremost producers of theatre for chidren in the UK. Founded in 1947, Unicorn has been creating theatre productions for 4-12 year olds for 58 years.
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