London spotlight: Walthamstow with a baby

Baby London discover the best spots to eat, shop, learn and play with a baby in Walthamstow

Out and about
Where to go with your baby in and around Walthamstow

Lloyd Park
As well as enjoying the tranquil green spaces of Lloyd Park, there’s a café, play area and a whole host of other family facilities to make the most of.
Forest Road, E17 5EH

William Morris Gallery
This welcoming public gallery regularly features free activities for little ones, including art workshops and puppet performances.
wmgallery.org.uk

Tumble in the Jungle
This jungle-themed soft play area is the perfect place for your cheeky monkeys to burn off some energy.
The Soul Project, 245 Wood Street

Bongalong
Let your little one develop an early love of music with these fun, engaging and creative 45-minute sessions.
bongalong.co.uk

William-Morris-Gallery
The William Morris Gallery overlooks LLoyd Park

Meet other mums
There’s lots of places to go to meet other mums and dads, whether you’re expecting a baby or already have one

NCT Waltham Forest
Whether you’re looking for a pre- or postnatal course, or the chance to meet likeminded mums, the NCT offers a multitude of services and support.
nct.org.uk

East of Eden
This dedicated yoga and pilates studio offers pregnancy and post-birth classes, with baby on the mat beside you.
edeneast.co.uk

Enjoy baby yoga at East of Eden
Enjoy baby yoga at East of Eden

Grab a bite
Family friendly eateries in and around Walthamstow

Wood Street Coffee
When that weekend brunch craving hits, Wood Street Coffee is the place to be.
woodstcoffee.co.uk

Bühler and co
A relaxed and vibrant pitstop specialising in vegetarian dishes.
buhlerandco.com

Wood Street Coffee is a hotspot for brunch
Wood Street Coffee is a hotspot for brunch

 

Where to shop
The best shops for baby’s wardrobe, nursery and beyond…

Debbie Bliss has an eclectic collection of baby goods
Debbie Bliss has an eclectic collection of baby goods

Mothers Hub
This space not only sells ethical clothing, toys, gifts and accessories for babies and children, but it hosts its own classes, too.
133 Wood Street

Debbie Bliss Home
With a dedicated space for stylish kids’ products, including stationery, books and clothing, Debbie Bliss Home is also packed with interiors inspiration for parents.
36 Orford Road

Waterstones
With a large children’s department to boot, Waterstones in The Mall stocks all the classics for little ones, including fabulous new reads for parent and baby.
Selborne Walk Shopping Centre