Run by
The National Archives
We invite you to The National Archives in Kew to explore Spring!
We are delighted that The National Archives are welcoming us to their impressive headquarters in Kew. We will be going on a Monday, when the building is closed to the public, so it will be quieter than usual. We have full and exclusive use of their Education Centre for an after-school activity.
Spring Themed Crafts
We will have a range of Spring themed crafts and sensory play activities for families to explore Spring. Activities on offer will include Easter mask decorating, a dress-up corner and a ‘spot the sound’ game inspired by Spring themed images from the Archives!
There will be a quiet room for any children who experience sensory overload and sensory backpacks to explore.
There will be slightly messy items, so old clothes (a change out of school uniform) are advisable.
Who is this for:
This session is suitable for children aged 6 and above. It is open to children with any additional needs, plus their siblings. Parents are expected to stay on the premises. Families from any borough are welcome.
Date:
Monday 23rd March 2026 from 4 - 5.30pm
Where:
The address is: The National Archives, Kew, Richmond, Surrey TW9 4DU.
For sat navs use the postcode TW9 4AD (Bessant Drive).
Accessibility:
The building is fully accessible. There are lifts and accessible toilets on the first floor. You can find out more here:
https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/about/visit-us/information-for-disabled-visitors/
Cost:
These activities are free of charge but donations are appreciated.
Directions:
The National Archive is very near Kew Retail Park. You can find more details here:
Parking
You can park for free in The National Archives visitor carpark (accessible via Bessant Drive, TW9 4AD). Please buzz at the barrier to get in and out and let security know that you are with the Skylarks group.
There are Blue Badge parking spaces at the rear of The National Archives. Entrance to the building is then via a ramp at the back entrance.
Buses
The R68 bus route (from Hampton Court via Richmond) terminates by the entrance to The National Archives. Other routes stopping nearby include:
- 110 (Hounslow to Hammersmith via Richmond), alight on Mortlake Road near Kew Green (10-minute walk)
- 65 (Ealing to Kingston via Richmond), alight on Kew Road near Victoria Gate (15-minute walk)
- 237 (Shepherd’s Bush to Hounslow Heath via Chiswick), alight at Kew Bridge (20-minute walk)
- 267 (Hammersmith to Fulwell via Brentford), alight at Kew Bridge (20-minute walk)
Stations:
The nearest stations are Kew Gardens, which is served by the District and Mildmay lines, and Kew Bridge, served by South Western Railway.
Waiting list:
If this session is fully booked, you can add your name to the waiting list which will open soon and we will contact you if a space becomes available.
