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Paws, claws & tiger tales

London Museum Docklands — Performance

Part of a series
  • Two young children sitting on the floor, holding colourful objects, and looking excitedly ahead. Other children and adults are seated in the background.

    Expect tales of escaped tigers and mummified cats.

Various times

18 – 21 Feb 2025

FREE

Plan your visit

Step back in time with this interactive storytelling session inspired by the beasts of Docklands' past.

With tales of escaped tigers, mummified cats and more, the session will be packed with fun, lots of facts and plenty of audience participation for both children and their grown-ups.

There's no need to book for this drop-in session. Spaces will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Please arrive at least five minutes before the start time to avoid disappointment.

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For:
Families
How to attend:
In-person only
Good to know:
This activity is suitable for children aged five and over. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Duration:
30 mins
Part of a series:
February half term

Drop-in sessions

Tue 18 – Fri 21 Feb

Session one: 11–11.30am
Session two: 12–12.30pm
Session three: 2–2.30pm

Need to know

The museum is open every day 10am – 5pm.

If you have time, why not also visit our free galleries and get more in-depth with Docklands history?

Our address is London Museum Docklands, No.1 Warehouse, West India Quay, London E14 4AL. We're just a few minutes away from Canary Wharf and West India Quay.

Check our need to know page to get the answers to all the frequently asked questions about visiting, facilities and accessibility

Our building is accessible and we have lifts on every floor. If you need any help, please ask our friendly Hosts at the Information Desk when you arrive.

You'll find everything you need to know on our access page.

Our family-friendly cafe is the perfect place to sit down and relax for a bite or tea break. We have lunch boxes for kids, sandwiches, pastries, snacks and a wide selection of hot and cold drinks.

You’ll also find our shop with a curated range of gifts and souvenirs, including posters, prints, toys, books and jewellery.

More about shopping, eating & drinking

Prams and buggies are welcome in the museum. We also have a buggy park if you would prefer to leave it behind.

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Performance London Museum Docklands Families

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