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Date
Every MondayWednesdayFriday09:15 – 11:45 Every Tuesday12:30 – 15:00
Venue
The Playhut
**Time to play, explore and grow together.** Our Stay & Play sessions offer babies, toddlers and pre-school children the freedom to explore the Playhut through play, creativity and discovery, supported by our qualified Early Years Educators. Children can enjoy a range of indoor and outdoor activities at their own pace, while parents and carers have the chance to meet other families, spend time together and be part of our friendly Playhut community. Activities change throughout the year and may include messy play, music and movement, arts and crafts, gardening and nature-based activities. **How to join:** Everyone is welcome at the Playhut! There's no need to book in advance — families are welcome to drop in, or you can reserve a place through our website. Sessions are free for families living in Kensington and Chelsea. For families living outside the borough, the cost is £3 per family, per session. For more information about sessions, please email [admin@meanwhilegardens.org.uk](mailto:admin@meanwhilegardens.org.uk) or call 020 8960 4600. ![DSC0343 2](https://meanwhile-gardens.imgix.net/DSC0343-2.png?w=1280&h=1060) ## Location 156 - 158 Kensal RdLondonW10 5BNGB [Google maps](https://maps.app.goo.gl/n6dua9ZGJv99rVyH8) ## Opening times ### Meanwhile Gardens Open every day. Entry is free and everyone is welcome. ### The Playhut The Playhut is open to families and children under 6. Please visit the Playhut page for opening times, session information and the latest programme. ## Getting here ### By foot The main entrance to Meanwhile Gardens is on Kensal Road, with additional pedestrian access points around the Gardens. ### By bus Routes 23, 28, 31 and 328 all stop within a short walk of the Gardens. ### Underground Westbourne Park Station (Circle and Hammersmith & City lines) is a 5 minute walk away from The Playhut and Meanwhile Gardens’ festival site, and approximately 10 minutes away from The Factory Building. ## Accessibility Most of the Gardens are accessible by wheelchair and buggy, although some paths are uneven and a few of our wilder areas include steps. Please take care when exploring, and feel free to ask a member of the team if you need any help finding an accessible route. ## Sitemap See the full [sitemap](/sitemap.md) for all pages.