Survival Week - May half-term
Sat 28 May - Sun 5 June
There’s a lot to do this May half-term, so buckle up and start your adventure.
Create some magical memories this half-term and take part on our SURVIVAL WEEK activities at The London Wetland Centre. Enjoy a fun and creative outdoor experience, meet a stunning array of thriving wildlife, and tackle a range of special hands-on activities.
Mud Kitchen
Give your young adventurers the chance to finally create their imaginary, culinary concoctions. The Mud Kitchen is a free-play activity that provides a healthy dollop of mud, pots & pans, and all the utensils they need to cook up a muddy cuisine classic.
Location: World Wetlands - by the living willow Suitable for all ages
Pond Dipping
When you enter the Pond Zone, the underwater life provides a whole new level of discovery. Grab a net and discover what creatures live in our ponds .
Location: Pond Zone Capacity is limited to 30 dippers at once. First come, First-served. Suitable for 3+ years old
Adventure Workshop
Be ready for any wilderness adventure in this 1.5-hour pre-booked, fun and educational workshop. Learn how to build a makeshift shelter, safely light a fire, and tie the right knot in any survival situation. Round off the event by toasting some delicious marshmallows around the camp fire.
Dates: From Monday 30 May to Sunday 5 June.
Meeting Point: World Wetlands - Lodge
Suitable for 7+ years old - All children need to be accompanied by an adult at the activity, but adults don't need to book a ticket for themselves.
Map Challenge
You’ve learnt how to track footprints and build dens, now it’s time to become an expert navigator. In this self-guided activity, you’ll get to hone your map reading skills and guide yourself around the centre, being sure to pick up the clues along the way.
Free, Self-led activity, collect your map at admissions desk
Suitable for 5+ years old
Mud Kitchen
Time: From 10 am to 4 pm
Free, turn-up activity
Pond Dipping
Time: 11 am and 2 pm
Free, turn-up activity
Adventure Workshop
Time: 11:30 am and 2:30 pm
Price: £5 per child, plus paid admission to the Centre. Booking Essential
Map Challenge
Free, Self-led activity, collect your map at admissions desk
WWT London Wetland Centre, Queen Elizabeth Walk, Barnes SW13 9WT
Sat 28 May to Sun 5 June