The popular character of Peter Pan was created By JM Barrie here in London. Hence, the character holds special place and is liked by Londoners adult and kids alike. One can easily find
London hotels to relax after spending an entire day out themed around the special character.
Follow the guide to the special themed day out in London to make the best out of the London trip.
Great Ormond Street Hospital
The creator JM Barrie donated copyrights to this hospital and hence finding dedicated statues and monuments are obvious. Look out for these at the hospital-
• Peter Pan Cafe attached to the reception area
• Bronze statue of the Tinker bell fairy and Peter Pan at the entrance.
• A dedicated plaque of Barrie in the Hospital chapel.
• Hospital’s archives and museum has a collection of this characters Memorabilia from around the world.
Kensington Gardens
Ask for the themed guided walks when in Kensington gardens and look out for the bronze statue of Peter Pan in the middle of the garden. One can also walk down to the Hyde Park wherein swimming competition are organised time and again at Serpentine. Kensington Gardens also houses Diana and Prince Of Wales Memorial playground which supports adventure activities for the little ones. Parents can relax in the adjacent Broadwalk cafe or nearby Kensington Hotels.
Literary Bloomsbury
Continue the adventure by visiting Bloomsbury which is a hub for various literature, books and novels. Grab some comics and adventure books to know the character in detail. This in Scarlet is an official sequel to the Barrie’s book and authored by Geraldine McCaughrean, the sequel is credited as an illustrative writing.
Theatres
A short walk from the Bloomsbury can take you to Angel’s fancy dress shop wherein you can buy or rent the character’s attire for your little ones for pictures as well as the theatre performances.
Walk down to the St. Martin Lane and find the Duke of York Theatre as it was here when first screening of the Peter Pan was held and received great acclaim.
JM Barrie’s House
Situated very close to the Kensington gardens, the house is significant for being the birthplace of the children’s icon. JM Barrie used to delight neighbourhood children by telling them fantasy stories at this house which in turn inspired him to create the historical character.
Give a different flavour to your London vacation by surprising your little ones with these themed holidays!!
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