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Arts & crafts
Winter Light – Southbank Centre free light trail
Riverside Terrace, Southbank Centre · Lambeth
Winter Light – Southbank Centre free light trail is a arts & crafts day out at Riverside Terrace, Southbank Centre · Lambeth for all ages. Dates: 24 Nov – 10 Jan 2027. Price: Free.
- Dates
- 24 Nov – 10 Jan 2027
- Ages
- All ages
- Price
- Free
- Energy
- Calm
- Setting
- Outdoors · Weather-dependent
- Getting there
- Waterloo · Zone 1
About
An outdoor light trail featuring various illuminated artworks across the Southbank Centre site, best viewed after dark.
Ideal for: Families looking for a free, atmospheric evening walk in central London.
- Whole family
- Free day out
When and booking
Prices
- Adults
- Free
- Children
- Free
- Family ticket
- Free
Access and SEN
- Wheelchair access
- Pushchair-friendly
- Toddler-friendly
- Under-2s welcome
All help points, toilets, performance and exhibition spaces are accessible. Step-free access available.
Good to know
- Food and allergies
- Various cafes and restaurants on-site.
- Parking
- Limited Blue Badge parking available.
- Address
- Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XX, SE1 8XX
What they'll learn
Links to: Arts.
Questions families ask
- What age is Winter Light for?
- All ages.
- How much does Winter Light cost?
- Adults: Free. Children: Free. Family: Free. Prices are as the organiser lists them; check when you book.
- When is Winter Light on?
- 24 Nov – 10 Jan 2027.
- Where is Winter Light and how do we get there?
- Riverside Terrace, Southbank Centre, Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XX, SE1 8XX. Nearest station: Waterloo.
- Is Winter Light wheelchair accessible?
- Yes, the organiser says it is wheelchair accessible. All help points, toilets, performance and exhibition spaces are accessible. Step-free access available.
- Is Winter Light good for a rainy day?
- It's outdoors, so dress for the weather.
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