Name: Hello Kingston Kids
Address: GB

Welcome to Hello Kingston Kids, your local guide to all things family!

We’re currently in the middle of an exciting website revamp! While all the content here is up to date, we won’t be making any further updates to this version as we prepare for something new. Keep an eye on our Instagram for sneak peeks and updates on what’s coming next! 💛

What's On Calendar

Holiday Camps

Baby & Toddler Classes

Part of the Hello Kids Network

A nationwide community connecting families with local activities, events, and resources to make parenting easier and more fun!

We are expanding! If you know someone who would be interested in opening up a 'hello' franchise, please get in touch!

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We are so lucky to have so many wonderful charity shops in our area, they’ve quickly become our go-to spots for books and a little peek at the toys too.

We popped into Princess Alice Hospice Charity Shop on Old London Road in Kingston. Weekdays are naturally much quieter, which made for a lovely browse!

We picked up a few books for the kids, 3 for £1 🤩 and they were Julia Donaldson books too… such a bargain!

We’d love to know, what are your favourite local charity shops for kids? 👇🫶

🕘 Monday–Saturday: 9:30am–5pm
🕙 Sunday: 10am–4pm

📍34 Old London Road, Kingston upon Thames KT2 6QF

💛 They also accept donations!

Looking for something free to do this weekend?

Wander through the Hampton Court Palace Royal Gardens this weekend... for free! Pack a picnic, soak up the spring sunshine and enjoy a magical family day out 💛

Upcoming Garden Open days for 2026:

- 09 and 10 May
- 12 and 13 September
- 10 and 11 October
- 21 and 22 November
- 26 December (The Wilderness garden only)

Just note that entrance to the Palace, the Maze and the Magic Garden will still require a ticket.

#freedaysout #familydaysout #hamptoncourtpalace

May is looking like a good one… with two bank holidays & a half term to make the most of, it’s definitely time to start planning those days with the kids 👀
Here are some of the highlights…

💛 Partner Picks
@moveitsportscoaching
High energy, confidence building sports sessions that little ones love. Perfect for burning off some energy.

@the_strings_club
Award winning music sessions and holiday camps designed to build confidence and creativity through music 🎶

@monkeymusickingstonsurbiton
Half Term Carnival Workshop 🎉
A fun, upbeat session for little ones with a carnival twist, expect music, movement and lots of energy.

⭐ Spotlight Events
@unacoelloguitargirl
Summer Term Singalong Classes
A gorgeous, relaxed singalong session for little ones, all about building confidence through music and connection.

@themumclubkingston
Coffee Club – 5th May
A chance to meet other mums, have a coffee, a talk with @drrosannam about matrescence (the emotional and identity shift that come with becoming a mother) & style confidence from @inspiredstyling ! ☕️

🌿 Community Finds
There’s plenty happening across the borough this month too, from fairs and festivals to crafts, classes and local meet ups.

👉 Head to our website to explore the full May calendar. Everything happening this month is listed there so you can plan ahead and book your favourites!

#WhatsOnKingston #May2026 #KingstonKids

Did you know about this?

A small play area inside the restaurant at Fenwick Kingston, perfect for making shopping trips or coffee stops feel that bit more relaxed.

📍 Restaurant on Third, Fenwick, Bentall Centre

Want to check it out but don't have someone to go with? A playgroup meets here Thursdays at 10:30 - 12 during term time!

#playcafe #hellokids #kingston

🌊 Okay… did you know this?!

There’s a stretch of the Thames right between Kingston and Ham that could soon become London’s first official river swimming spot!

Not a lido, not a pool… just our actual river.

📍 It’s the bit that runs along Trowlock Island, kind of near YMCA Hawker. And if it gets approved, it means regular water testing in the summer months + clearer guidance on when it’s safe to swim.

Which feels like a pretty big shift, because let’s be honest… loads of people already paddle and dip here when it’s hot, but I've felt it’s always a bit of a “should we / shouldn’t we?” situation.

This wouldn’t suddenly make it a perfectly clean swimming spot overnight, but it would mean more transparency around water quality and more pressure to improve it 👀

It’s still in consultation at the moment, but if it goes ahead… this could totally change what summer looks like around here 🌿

Picnics, paddling, maybe even proper swims?!

I’m so curious where everyone lands on this…

Would you swim here with your family? 🏊‍♀️

#wildswimming #riverthames #kingston

Somewhere between that first rainy attempt and yesterday’s sunshine… something clicked 🥹☀️

A couple of months ago we planned our first junior parkrun at Alexandra Park… and woke up to POURING rain.
He was so excited and still wanted to go so we couldn’t not try.

He didn’t finish that day.
But honestly? We were so proud of him for showing up, giving it a go, and pushing himself as far as he could 💛

We promised we’d come back when the weather was kinder…

Fast forward to yesterday ... blue skies, sunshine, and a very determined little runner.
He ran the WHOLE course without stopping 🥹👏

216 kids took part (!!) and the atmosphere was just incredible, supportive, encouraging, and such a lovely way to start a Sunday.

Post-run = coffee + treats at @coffee.otc
…and of course a stop at the playground to burn off whatever energy was somehow left 😂

Next up: trying Latchmere Recreation Ground with a friend 💛

If you’re looking for something positive, free, and genuinely feel-good to do with your kids this is IT.

Junior parkrun happens every Sunday at 9am, and there are loads of local options:
📍 Alexandra Park
📍 Latchmere Rec
📍 Lovelace Primary School
📍 Bushy Park (monthly)

Perfect for kids who love to run, need a confidence boost, or just want to try something new 💫

Save this for your next sunny Sunday 🌞

#juniorparkrun #runningwithkids #parkrun

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