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Otter Chaos - board game venue
Choose from a library of over 500 board games to play together as a family. Enjoy food and drinks from the café while trying out everything from silly party games to strategy games. Great for older children and families, says one local - and it's a very short walk from the Tube and train.
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Brixton Windmill & Education Centre
Explore London's last working windmill on a guided tour to see how flour is milled - it's really family-friendly, and they also hosts baking and milling workshops, community events, and open days, so check the website - especially as it's not open every day.
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Soft Play at Brixton Rec
Our kids love to burn off energy at this colourful, multi-level indoor play structure featuring slides, winding tunnels, climbing obstacles and a Ninja Warrior-style agility course. It's cheaper than most soft plays - run by Better - but does get busy on wet days, so go early (or later in the day) if you can. Socks are mandatory!
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Brockwell Park Miniature Railway
Is this London's best-value train ride? I think so! Families can ride this unique 7¼ inch gauge miniature railway through Brockwell Park, travelling between Herne Hill Gates and the Brockwell Lido... and it's only £1 each. Our kids loved this journey, and the small shop packed with souvenirs! All rides are £1 return for adults and children. Under twos travel free with a fare paying adult (+16).
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Crystal Palace Park Maze and Dinosaur Playground
One of the largest hedge mazes in the UK, dating back to the 1870s and right beside the famous Victorian dinosaur statues. The revamped playground has bone-shaped climbing structures, a footprint-shaped sandpit, slides, swings and balancing beams, built to be inclusive with accessible equipment and seating.
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Bells Garden playground, Peckham
Recently revamped, this playground lays claim to hosting the second-longest slide in London... It's bright, colourful, reminiscent of Battersea Power Station's playground, and well worth a visit if you're nearby.
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Ruskin Park Paddling Pool and Playground
Families can splash and play in this much-loved outdoor paddling pool located within Ruskin Park. It's gorgeous on a sunny day (albeit gets busy!) and gated, as is the next-door playground, which is good for all ages with tall slides and loads of climbing. The indy park cafe is lovely too. Kit tip: pack a [puddle suit](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=kids+puddle+suit) and a [wet bag](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=wet+bag+for+swimming) — both earn their place on a splashy day out. More ideas in our [family kit list](https://kidsfun.london/guides/what-to-pack-family-day-out-london).
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