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Rug Rhymes: Summer at the Southbank Centre
Looking for things to do with toddlers near Sea Containers London? Rug Rhymes: Summer at the Southbank Centre is a playful storytelling and rhyme session designed especially for children aged 0–5 and their grown-ups.
Hosted by the National Poetry Library, this welcoming 30-minute session brings together favourite nursery rhymes, poems and rhyming stories with the help of much-loved library puppets Federico and Firebird. Families are encouraged to sing along, join in the fun and discover the magic of language together before exploring the library's children's book collection. It's the perfect introduction to reading and poetry for even the youngest visitors.
Just a 12-minute walk from Sea Containers London, Rug Rhymes: Summer offers a calm and engaging indoor activity that's ideal for toddlers and preschoolers. Pair your visit with lunch on the South Bank or a riverside stroll for a memorable family day out in London.
Location: National Poetry Library, Level 5, Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London SE1
Walking distance from Sea Containers London: Approximately 12 minutes
Dates: 10 July 2026
Best for: Babies, toddlers, preschoolers, families with children aged 0–5, storytelling and rainy-day activities.