What's on
We run a programme of one-off events and regular activities throughout the year for all members of the community to get involved with nature, play, sport and arts. These include our annual Midsummer Fair, Harvest Festival and Christmas Celebration, as well as stay and play, park sleepovers, bat walks, gardening, yoga, live music performances on the bandstand and more...
We run a programme of one-off events and regular activities throughout the year for all members of the community to get involved with nature, play, sport and arts. These include our annual Midsummer Fair, Harvest Festival and Christmas Celebration, as well as stay and play, park sleepovers, bat walks, gardening, yoga, live music performances on the bandstand and more...
Upcoming events and activities
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Tiny Tots at Cowley
Fourth Thursday of the month: 11am-1pm: Cowley RMO Parent or carer of little ones aged four and under? We're running a series of monthly coffee mornings on 26 April, 24 May and 28 June, for you and your toddler/s to get involved in crafts and play and talk about what activities you'd like to see for kids locally. Free refreshments and a book for your child! Please note: this event takes place at Cowley RMO, 147 Brixton Road, SW9 6LZ, not at the park. |
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Dogs Trust Community Event Thursday 19 April: 11am-3pm: Exact spot TBC Calling all dog owners! The Dogs Trust outreach team are coming along to the park in April to offer microchipping and nail clipping, basic health and weight checks, health and training advice - all for free. There will also be £35 neutering vouchers available for selected breeds of pooch, check out www.dogstrust.org.uk for more information and eligibility. |
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African Drumming Saturday 28 April: 11am and 12pm: The roundhouse Djembé specialist Dia is running two high-energy drumming sessions at 11am and 12pm on Saturday 28 April. Drums are provided, the session is suitable for all levels and families are very welcome. Pay what you like but places are limited so contact Dia on 07468 439 891 or jahdiafolila@gmail.com to guarantee a space. |
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Peddle my Wheels bike market
Saturday 19 May: 10am-4pm: Exact spot TBC Get yourself a serviced, theft-free, affordable second-hand bike at this pop-up bike market. Or, if you have a bike gathering dust in the shed, bring it down. Peddle my Wheels will give you a price, fix up the bike so it's roadworthy and then put on the market. Remember to bring some ID. Kids and adults bikes are available and you can pay by card or cash. To preorder your bike or to find out more about selling, visit the Peddle my Wheels website. |
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LEAP into Minet Library
Tuesday 29 May: 10.30am-12.30pm: Minet Library We'll be at this wriggle and rhyme at the library, with free crafts and refreshments for babies and toddlers aged 4 and under, alongside the usual weekly song and story session. Let us know what activities you'd like for kids in the area and discover what's currently on offer at the library. Please note: this event takes place at Minet Library, 52 Knatchbull Road SE5 9QY, not at the park. |
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Midsummer Fair
Saturday 16 June: 1-5pm: Throughout the park Mark midsummer at Myatt’s Fields, with a free, fun-filled, family-friendly celebration of food, arts, nature and community. There'll be stalls, food, live music on the bandstand, cook and eat sessions for kids, Vinyl Memories in the roundhouse, a dog show and much more... Watch this space for more info! |
Regular events and activities
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NaturActive
Mondays, term-time: 10am - 11.30am: Meet in the wildlife area, near the cafe An activity-based session for under 5s and their parents or carers that focuses on nature, gardening and conservation. Children are encouraged to get dirty, relax, play and learn in an outside environment. Sessions are led by local mum and forest school expert Marisa Bicknell. The price is £4 per child and places must be booked in advance with Marisa on marisa@naturactive.org |
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Stay and Play Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays, term-time: 1-3.30pm: The Mulberry Centre During term time the Mulberry Outdoor Preschool runs three drop-in Stay and Play sessions a week. Please note: Mondays and Fridays are for under 5s, Thursdays are for under 2s. The sessions are free of charge for parents and carers to attend with their little ones. There'll be games, crafts and activities for all in this enclosed natural hub. We look forward to seeing you there! |
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Children's Gardening Club
Every Thursday 4-5pm: Myatt's Field North Allotments Green fingered fun for kids under 4 and their parents, grandparents or carers. Plant and water seeds, harvest vegetables, do outdoor crafts. Sessions are free and everyone is welcome, no gardening skills or equipment required! Starts Thursday 19 April. Please note: this event takes place at Myatt's Field North Allotments, next to the GP surgery on Akerman Road. |
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Friday Gardening Club
Fridays: 9.30am - 12pm: Meet at the park depot A relaxed session working alongside our gardeners Taye and Marion to help carry our practical gardening and horticulture in the park and greenhouse. We meet at the Park Depot at 9.30am, if you're late or can't stay until 12pm, that's fine! You can normally find us in the park, just look out for the hi-viz. We also organise trips to visit other green spaces in London. For more information: manager@myattsfieldspark.info |
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Free Soup Friday Fridays: 12-1pm: The Little Cat Cafe Head to the cafe for a free bowl of delicious hot soup, made using surplus food and/or seasonal greenhouse produce where possible. Everyone is welcome! |
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World Kitchen at the Mulberry Centre
Third Saturday of the month: 10am-1pm: The Mulberry Centre Cook and eat with other parents, grandparents, carers and kids. Help prepare meals from across the world. Take recipes home. Share stories, tips and challenges of feeding babies and toddlers and give your views on children’s activities and services in the local area. Open play indoors and out. Please note: on 16 June the session will run from 1-5pm as part of the park's annual Midsummer Fair. |
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Myatt's Fields Market
Sundays: 10am-2pm: Near the bandstand We're running a pilot scheme for a new community market run by Stephanie, an independent organiser, with support from Myatt's Fields Park Project. The pilot runs from 20 May to 12 August. There'll be stalls containing a mix of hot food, produce and some non-food and craft items. Click here for more information and to fill out our survey. Interested in running a stall? Email myattsfieldsmarket@gmail.com |
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Greenhouse Growers Sundays: 12-4pm: The Greenhouse Join our community gardener Fabrice for some volunteer work in the greenhouse. You'll be sowing seeds, planting vegetables. Learn new skills and support your park! No need to book, just pop in but email us if you have any questions: manager@myattsfieldspark.info |
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