Talacre play centre
welcome to talacre play centre
Our Playcentre provides high quality play opportunities for children Year 1 to Year 8. Located in Kentish Town, we are adjacent to the green space of Talacre Park and Talacre Community Sports Centre. We offer multi-level indoor space and an expansive outdoor play area with garden.
We have a well-established, highly skilled and experienced staff team, who are committed to ensuring that children are encouraged to take part in fun activities that support their physical, creative and social development in a safe and supervised environment.
Physical and creative play is at the heart of everything we do, with an emphasis on making the most of our multi-activity play environment with arts, crafts, games and outdoor sports to help our children make the most of our play and development opportunities.
We know how important healthy nutrition is for children and offer healthy snacks including fresh fruit and vegetables, with water and milk always available.
Former Camden mayor Jerry Williams with ex-MP Frank Dobson
OUR HISTORY
Founded in 1975 by Jerry Williams, the first black mayor of Camden, Talacre continues to be a thriving hub for the community to enjoy. Like many Commonwealth citizens, Jerry came to Britain in 1956 from Barbados to help rebuild the UK after the ravages of war.
That generation had to cope with a cold climate and an often cold reception in a country in which racial prejudice was rife. But they tackled the discrimination head on and made a massive contribution to this country.
Jerry certainly made a massive contribution to Camden and the Talacre Open Space, of which the Play Centre is at the heart, is a lasting memorial to his efforts.
Today we continue to honour this legacy through provision of recreational facilities for the younger generations of Camden residents who came after him.
What Our Parents Say
“ Thank you for the for all your support and for looking after my child, he has had a fantastic time.”
“ Thank you for all the great moments that you create for the kids.”
“Thank you for your kindness and support that you give to my children. I am gratful for all the last minute calls. you are always accommodating and welcoming.”
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Schools We Pick Up From
Rhyl Primary School
Holy Trinity & St Silas Primary School
Hawley Primary School
We pick children up at 3.30pm and walk them to Talacre from which parents can pick them up at 6pm.
Registration
Please note, if your child has not attended Talacre services previously, you will need to complete a registration form.
Accessibility
Disabled Toilet
Find us
Talacre PlayCentre Adventure Building
Wilkin Street
NW5 3AG
By bus
393, 46
By train & tube
Kentish Town
Chalk Farm
Kentish Town West
Camden Town
Phone
0207 267 9755
Hours
Term Time: 3.30pm-6pm
Holidays: 9am-5.30pm
Our Partners
We are pleased to work in partnership with Camden Council and the Adventure Play for All Consortium (AP4A).
