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Festival play space

London Museum Docklands — Activity

Part of a series
  • A baby in a black shirt plays with colorful soft blocks on the floor while an adult wearing glasses and smiling looks on.

    Explore sights, sounds and smells in this space for little ones.

Drop in to this engaging and vibrant play area designed for under-5s, inspired by the Caribbean's rich stories and traditions.

Let your little ones immerse themselves in a sensory experience where they can smell the fragrant spices of the islands, create rhythms with musical instruments and explore Caribbean culture through imaginative play.

This interactive space encourages creativity, discovery and joyful learning in a welcoming environment.

Perfect for families looking for a fun, educational activity that celebrates Caribbean heritage in a hands-on way.

  1. 10.30am – 1pm

    Fri 8 Aug 2025

  2. 1.45pm – 4pm

    Fri 8 Aug 2025

  3. 10.30am – 1pm

    Sat 9 Aug 2025

  4. 1.45pm – 4pm

    Sat 9 Aug 2025

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For:
Under 5s
How to attend:
In-person only
Good to know:
This is a drop-in event, designed for under 5s.
Duration:
135 mins
Part of a series:
Family festival of Caribbean culture

Need to know

The museum is open every day 10am – 5pm.

If you have time, why not also visit our free galleries and get more in-depth with Docklands history?

Our address is London Museum Docklands, No. 1 Warehouse, West India Quay, London E14 4AL. We're just a few minutes away from Canary Wharf and West India Quay.

Check our need to know page to get the answers to all the frequently asked questions about visiting, facilities and accessibility

Our building is accessible and we have lifts on every floor. If you need any help, please ask our friendly Hosts at the Information Desk when you arrive.

You'll find everything you need to know on our access page.

Our family-friendly cafe is the perfect place to sit down and relax for a bite or tea break. We have lunch boxes for kids, sandwiches, pastries, snacks and a wide selection of hot and cold drinks.

You’ll also find our shop with a curated range of gifts and souvenirs, including posters, prints, toys, books and jewellery.

More about shopping, eating & drinking

Prams and buggies are welcome in the museum. However, due to our Secrets of the Thames exhibition, buggy parking is limited on the Ground Floor.

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Activity London Museum Docklands Under 5s

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