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Arts<br />
Photography: All pics by Angie Gough<br />
I’ve taken the plunge with<br />
my three (age 7, 5 & 1) and<br />
been thoroughly, pleasantly<br />
surprised.<br />
So long as you…<br />
1. Explain the rules in advance<br />
Use bribery or turn it into<br />
a challenge – “Whoever gets<br />
through without touching or<br />
breaking anything gets a bun”<br />
2. Have a game up your sleeve<br />
Try “I Spy”, “Who can speak the<br />
quietest?” or “Tell me a story”<br />
3. Plan something for after<br />
A trip to a nearby playground<br />
or park<br />
4. Ensure the easy availability<br />
of cake<br />
…taking kids to galleries is FUN<br />
and inspiring.<br />
London-wise, Saatchi Gallery is<br />
our new fave – it’s free, there<br />
are no barriers between the<br />
artworks and the viewer and<br />
kids are really welcome.<br />
Banner Repeater, Platform 1: kids outside Hackney Downs station<br />
Visiting our local galleries with the kids<br />
doesn't have to be a challenge, writes<br />
Angie Gough, you just need a plan<br />
Visiting galleries can be<br />
challenging with little ones<br />
in tow. The potential for<br />
breakages, short attention<br />
spans, the “will they/won’t they<br />
have a tantrum?” factor – why<br />
would you bother?<br />
Since I decided to give myself<br />
a #KickUpTheArts this year,<br />
In Hackney, we’re spoilt for<br />
choice, but here are five worth<br />
visiting with the kiddos…<br />
• Stour Space, Hackney Wick –<br />
its recent “What’s Up<br />
Plant?” exhibition included<br />
a marshmallow cactus and<br />
a plaited plant on a tricycle.<br />
What’s not to love? A small<br />
space with a relaxed vibe and<br />
lovely art shop on site. The<br />
adjoining café is excellent,<br />
with great food, coffee and<br />
canal views. Follow with a<br />
scoot at QE Olympic Park.<br />
14 LOVEEAST
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