What's on
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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

Free music on the bandstand
Sundays noon - 2pm September 2, 9, 23 and October 7
We will have a guest appearance by Kausery 16 piece Anglo Peruvian brass band when they rehearse on 1st September between 11am and 1pm.  And Stop Look Listen will bring the best of indie-folk and acoustic music from London and beyond to the park on four dates during September and October. Plus there will be a full day of music during Harvest Festival (10-4pm) on 30th September.
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​Family fun and games: Mulberry Centre
Saturday 22nd September 2018 10am - 1pm

​Parent or carer of little ones aged four and under? You're welcome to join us at the Mulberry Centre when we'll have a bouncy castle, crafts and a free lunch on 22nd September. This friendly, free session includes the chance to make lunch with your child and other families then share it with everyone.  

Please note: the Mulberry Centre is next to the park playground at 12a  Calais Street

​LEAP into Minet Library
Tuesday 7th August: 10.30am-12.30pm: Minet Library
We'll be at this wriggle and rhyme at the library, with free story telling, 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 children 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. ​


Harvest Festival
Sunday 30th September: 10am - 4pm: Around the bandstand
Celebrate this year's harvest at Myatt’s Fields, with a free, fun-filled, family-friendly celebration of food, arts, nature and community. There'll be live music on the bandstand, a vegetable and baking competition and a trail of family friendly and fun nature based activities through the wildlife area and park ... Watch this space for more info!
Regular events and activities
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

​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! ​
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 again in September.

Please note: this event takes place at Myatt's Field North Allotments, behind the GP surgery on Akerman Road.
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 ​​



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!
​Family fun at the Mulberry Centre
Third Saturday of the month: 10am-1pm: The Mulberry Centre September 22nd
Free bouncy castle. Cook and eat with other parents, grandparents, carers and kids. 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.
​Myatt's Fields Market
Sundays from 30th September: 10am-2:30pm: Near the bandstand
We're hosting a brilliant community market run by Stephanie, an independent organiser, with support from Myatt's Fields Park Project. After a successful trial, she'll be back on 30th September. www.myattsfieldsmarket.com
The market runs on Sundays from 10 am to 2:30 pm. There are stalls containing a mix of hot food, produce and some non-food and craft items. Click here  to fill out our survey. Interested in running a stall? Email myattsfieldsmarket@gmail.com


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
To stay up-to-date, sign up to our newsletter here, and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. For more information on volunteering, click here. Some weddings, sports days and other private events also happen in the park. If you have questions about these or would like to host an event in the park, email manager@myattsfieldspark.info