Rainy Day Ideas

As sad as it is the glorious British summer time doesn’t last forever so we have collated a list of the perfect activities to fill your days with when the weather is on the greyer side and youre looking for some indoor fun.

Museum of Richmond 

Old Town Hall, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond, London, TW9 1TP

Learn something new by visiting the Museum of Richmond, its free and open Tuesdays to Saturday. Explore the museums amazing collection of over 5000 and learn about the history of the local area. Events are regularly run at the museum and provide visitors an opportunity to delve deeper into history or try arts and crafts.

World Rugby Museum

World Rugby Museum, Twickenham Stadium, Whitton Rd, Twickenham TW2 7BA

There is so much to discover for all ages at the World Rugby Museum. Get active in the 'Play Rugby Interactive Zone', uncover their extensive collection of different artefacts and photographs, visit special exhibitions and take a tour of the largest rugby union stadium in the world. The Museum celebrates international rugby history and have one of the most prestigious sports collections in the world including over 41,000 objects.

They are open Tuesday to Sunday and from time to time will host a range of exciting events.

Library Pot

86 Kew Road, Richmond, TW9 2PQ

Where to go when you want to eat good food, play fun games and laugh out loud. It’s the perfect pass time and the best way to try out loads of different games. The library pot also are a licensed food for grab a bite whilst having some board game fun!

There is a minimum age requirement of 8 years old and children must be supervised by a responsible adult.

Open Thursday to Sunday.

National Archives

Ruskin Avenue, Kew, Richmond, London, TW9 4DU

The national archives building, reading rooms and exhibition spaces are open to everyone. They often hold events and exhibitions for children as well as craft clubs during the school holidays. The time travel club is a family programme which provide events and activities for families with children aged 11 and under to learn about history in a fun and engaging way.

Visit a Library:

The library is the best place to visit during the colder seasons! It’s a great affordable option for those who love reading and learning. Discover your new favourite genre, author or place. Libraries are also the perfect place to meet new people and socialise. Theres lots on offer to keep the little ones or big ones entertained from nature clubs to lego building.

Below is a list of all the libraries in the borough, find the latest events here https://www.richmond.gov.uk/services/libraries/libraries_whats_on

Castelnau Library

75 Castelnau, London, SW13 9RT

East Sheen Library

Sheen Lane, London, SW14 8LP

Ham Library

Ham Street, TW10 7HR

Hampton Library

Rosehill, Hampton, TW12 2AB

Hampton Hill Library

68 High Street, Hampton Hill, TW12 1NY

Hampton Wick Library

Bennet Close, Hampton Wick, KT1 4AT

Kew Library

106 North Road, Kew, TW9 4HJ

Richmond Library

Little Green, Richmond, TW9 1QL

Teddington Library

Waldegrave Road, Teddington, TW11 8NY

Twickenham Library

Garfield Road, Twickenham, TW1 3JT

Whitton Library

141 Nelson Road, Whitton, TW2 7BB