7 Best Kid-Friendly London Exhibitions for 2026
Discover the top family-friendly exhibitions coming to London in 2026. From immersive Pixar worlds to stop-motion fun and underwater adventures, plan your perfect cultural day out with the kids.
Discover the top family-friendly exhibitions coming to London in 2026. From immersive Pixar worlds to stop-motion fun and underwater adventures, plan your perfect cultural day out with the kids.
A review of the touching puppet adaptation of Benji Davies's 'The Storm Whale' at Little Angel Studios, London. Discover the show's strengths and where it could use more stormy fun.
Plan your cultural year with our guide to London's biggest 2026 museum shows, from the Bayeux Tapestry to Wallace & Gromit. Bookmark these unmissable dates.
Explore entrancing Hawaiian artefacts at the British Museum, Nan Goldin's raw photography, and Joseph Beuys' powerful sculpture in London this week. Your essential art guide.
Discover the must-see US art exhibitions for 2026, featuring major retrospectives of Roy Lichtenstein, Henri Matisse's 'Jazz', and a rare Raphael showcase. Plan your cultural year.
The Guardian invites UK children aged 8-14 to submit their winter nature observations for the Young Country Diary series. Selected writers will be published and paid. Deadline: 2 February.
Navigate your week with our essential guide to UK culture. From a new Picasso exhibition at Tate Modern to a revelatory Bowie documentary and must-see gigs, discover what's on in cinemas, galleries, and streaming.
New support for young adults leaving care in England includes free prescriptions and eye tests. However, experts warn deep-rooted problems in children's social care persist. Read the full analysis.
Tate Britain's major 2026 exhibition, 'The 90s', curated by Edward Enninful, will showcase era-defining art, fashion, and photography. Opens October 6, 2026. Plan your visit.
Your essential guide to 2026's must-see art exhibitions from Tracey Emin to Frida Kahlo, plus landmark architectural openings from Gaudí's Sagrada Família to London's Google HQ. Plan your cultural year.
The beloved CBBC twins, Dr Chris and Dr Alexander van Tulleken, bring their 'Operation Ouch!' live show to South Bank. A 3-star review of the hilarious 'Quest for the Jurassic Fart!' Read our full review.
Little Bertie Melly, born at 24 weeks with a serious bowel condition, is finally home in Bromley for his first Christmas after over 500 days in hospital. Read his family's remarkable story of hope.
Richard House Children's Hospice in Beckton enters administration, leaving 600 vulnerable children without full support. Replacement hospice won't be fully operational until March.
Time Out's writer crowns Marie Antoinette Style at the V&A as London's best non-art exhibition of 2025. Discover the queen's fashion, legacy, and why it runs until March 2026.
Christine Hazell, 88, took up drawing six months ago. With progressive memory loss, her raw portraits have become an Instagram sensation, won praise from Tracey Emin, and secured four gallery shows. Discover her inspiring story.
Plan your week with our curated guide to cinema, gigs, art, and streaming. Featuring Elizabeth Olsen's new film, Jamiroquai's arena tour, and Wes Anderson's London exhibition.
Dog Man: The Musical is set for its London debut at the Southbank Centre next summer. We explore how theatre makers successfully adapt beloved children's books for the stage, from The Gruffalo to My Neighbour Totoro.
Your weekly art dispatch: Henry VIII's lost dagger on show, Sufi life at the British Museum, a new Paula Rego exhibition, and a Fabergé egg sells for £23m.
Ofsted warns of a crisis as children's homes surge in cheap areas, not where needed. Vulnerable teens face unsafe, unregistered placements costing up to £30k a week. Urgent reform demanded.
Ofsted warns children's home providers are prioritising profit, creating a 'national scandal'. Costs soar to £30,000 a week in unregistered homes, while placements fail to match regional need.
A joint Ofsted and CQC report has praised the 'positive experiences' for children with special educational needs in the Square Mile. Read the full findings.
Discover the best UK cultural events this Christmas season. From theatre shows and film releases to music concerts and art exhibitions, our guide has everything you need for a festive cultural feast.
Explore London's vibrant art scene with exhibitions at Pace Gallery, V&A and more. Discover Paula Rego's macabre masterpieces and a 17th century still life masterpiece at the National Gallery.
Guardian Australia invites readers to nominate their favourite Australian children's picture book for a major poll. Share your beloved childhood stories today!
German children's series 'In Fritzi's Footsteps' wins International Emmy for its innovative approach to teaching East German history through animation and real-life interviews.
Philip Pullman's magical tale explodes onto the London stage. This spellbinding Polka theatre production is a must-see for families this season. Book your tickets now!
A major report reveals child health in England has deteriorated for 15 years, with widening inequalities. Experts call for urgent action to address this national failure. #ChildHealth #HealthInequality
Matthew Breen, 8, from County Wicklow, passed away after complications arose following a broken arm. A fundraiser has been launched to support his grieving family.
New research shows children prefer virtual currency and cosmetics over traditional games this Christmas. Discover the shifting trends in gaming gifts and what it means for parents.
Discover 50 brilliant Australian Christmas gift ideas for children aged 0-12. Our expert-curated guide features local products and books to spark joy this festive season.