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BarnesBarnes is a unique urban village with good transport links into and out of London, a fascinating mix of unusual gifts, clothes and food shops interspersed with award winning cafés and restaurants, river walks and pubs, and a village duck pond.
The WWT London Wetland Centre is a real wildlife heaven, with 100 acres of natural riverside marshland habitat home to over 180 species of birds. Barnes Common is 120 acres of nature reserve with Beverly Brook passing through it. The Barnes Trail is a 2.3-mile circular walk taking in the riverside, commercial streets and conservation area with QR coded information.
The Thames Path National Trail is a peaceful nature reserve and walk along the tow path between Barnes and Hammersmith.
Highlights: Farmers Market every Saturday: Barnes Children’s Literature Festival in June: London’s largest kids books party: July's Village Fair: September's Food Fair: Charity Fashion Show in October.
Local Website: www.barnesvillage.com
East Sheen & Mortlake East Sheen, also known as Sheen, and Mortlake together form a leafy, family-friendly suburb. The area affords easy access to Richmond Park and the River Thames, Mortlake being the closest train station to the park. Sheen’s thriving high street has a diverse range of popular and award winning independent and mainstream boutiques, shops, local pubs, restaurants, cafés and delis.
Mortlake is a largely residential historic part of the borough, particularly known for its pubs and the finishing line of the Oxford & Cambridge University Boat Race. It is also the burial place of the Victorian explorer Richard Burton.
Highlights: Grade II-listed air-raid shelter at St Leonard’s Court, The Triangle War Memorial and an Old Milestone Dating from 1751.
Local Website: www.eastsheenvillage.co.uk
Experience all that Barnes, Mortlake & Sheen has to offer,whether it be through our traditional cuisine along the River Thames or a visit to the many shops we have throughout Upper Richmond Road.
Top attractions to visit this month
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Barnes
A special guided walk celebrating Insect Week and the tiny creatures that power our wetlands. 27 June Join entomologist Connor Butler for a special Insect Week guided walk through London Wetland Centre on 27 June. In celebration of Insect Week, this…
Barnes
Join us for a day of activities specially designed for children and young people with different needs and their families and friends.
Explore the wetlands at your own pace and get involved with a variety of nature-based events.
This special event…
Barnes
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable day of music and family fun by Barnes Pond. From the legendary sounds of The Beatles to the electrifying brilliance of David Bowie, enjoy incredible tribute performances celebrating two icons of music history…
Barnes
A quieter, sensory-friendly pond dipping session designed for families who benefit from a calm and relaxed environment.
27 - 30 May
We are running Quiet and Calm Pond Dipping. These sessions are designed for families with children who have…
Barnes
When Niall was nine years old he took his first, and as it turned out, last piano exam. And vowed never to play the piano again.
Since that day, there's always been a piano somewhere that has drawn him back. This production explores, celebrates and…
A weekly story time for under 6s. Free and booking is not required.
East Sheen
East Sheen, London – Saturday 6 June, 10am–1pm. A much-loved local event is set to return this summer as East Sheen Village teams up once again with The Hare & Hounds to host a fantastic Saturday Garden Market.
Back by popular demand, this…
Barnes
Discover creative ways to connect with nature through hands-on printing inspired by the wetland landscape.
Spend a relaxing hour immersed in nature at our beautiful wetland centre. This guided workshop introduces you to the art of nature printing,…
Barnes
A Wimbledon line judge for 20 years, comedian Pauline Eyre is ready to spill the Pimm's on tennis gossip from the fragrant royal box to the musty locker room, and why line judges are OUT! Expect smashing stories, ace anecdotes and a 40-love letter…
Barnes
Join us for a spectacular Saturday of live music of Barnes Green, as the BCA and OSO Outdoor Stage brings an incredible line up of music on Saturday 6 June 2026. With amazing acts, delicious food and lively atmosphere, this is the perfect way to…
Barnes
Explore the wetlands at your own pace and get involved with a variety of nature-based events.
This special event begins at 9.00am before the centre opens to the public, providing a quieter setting for those who benefit from visiting outside regular…
Barnes
Discover a season of firsts this spring, on a fun-filled wetland adventure with Gozzle the gosling.
20 March - 31 May
This spring, we're teaming up with Macmillan Children's Books to explore the wonderful world of wetlands with Gozzle the gosling,…
Barnes
Three rarely performed short plays - Personal Call, The Rats and The Patient - by Dame Agatha Christie, originally written for radio and subsequently adapted for the stage by the Dame herself.
Barnes
Join deaf presenter John Wilson on this BSL tour. Discover some of the most eye-catching ducks and geese from around the globe - plus a couple of otters – as well as exploring the extensive reserve habitat whose lakes, pools and gardens are home to…
Barnes
Discover hands-on herbal skills while connecting with nature at our wetland centre.
30 May
Come and learn new skills and enjoy time in nature at our beautiful wetland centre.
Explore our Herb Garden and learn different uses and preservation…
Barnes
"He kept looking at the child with surprise. I don't think he had ever really believed in its existence before".
F Scott Fitzgerald – "The Great Gatsby"
The quotation refers to the brief moment in the iconic Jazz Age novel when Jay Gatsby comes…
These free baby bounce and rhyme sessions are for very young children accompanied by adults.
Come join in the fun with songs, rhymes and stories - all are welcome.
East Sheen
Celebrate Pride Month with us at Pride & Pages, our welcoming LGBTQ+ book group!
Join our May meeting as we discuss The Safekeep by Yael van Wouden.
Friday 29 May 2026
5:00–5:45pm
East Sheen Library
Open to adults 18+ • No booking required • All…
Barnes
This month, come and join our forest school-inspired Friday Froglets sessions with your children.
Barnes
Same panto. Dirtier jokes. A sellout every year, so make sure to book early. Strictly adults only.
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