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Riverside Studios

📍 London, Greater London

4.6(2,329 Google reviews)👶All ages

Multi-arts venue on the Thames offering cinema, theatre, and cultural events including relaxed performances and parent & baby screenings. On-site Bar & Kitchen and Bakery serve food with river views from indoor and outdoor seating.

Exceptional staffThames viewsGreat atmosphereCultural programmingGood foodFree exhibitions
★★★★★Featured review by Andy McColl

Went to visit an exhibition of incredible drawings and collages by Daria Hlazatova. The artworks were immediately available for viewing in the main hall, for free! The staff kindly showed me through to a couple of corridors that contained more works of art. Wonderful exhibition in a great venue, around 10 to 15 minutes walk from the station. Nice bar and seating areas indoors, with a lovely view of the Thames, and Hammersmith Bridge. Seating outside is available, but less seats, so busy on a nice summer's evening. 9pm curfew outside, which was disappointing. I will happily return.

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for families with children aged 6+ who enjoy theatre and cultural experiences. The Thames-side location rewards those willing to travel west of central London. Staff are consistently praised for going above and beyond, including resolving ticketing issues on the night. Main hall exhibitions are free to enter.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Allow 15 minutes walk from Hammersmith station
Main hall exhibitions are free — no ticket needed
🎟️Outdoor terrace has a curfew and sparse seating so arrive early
🚗Staff are exceptionally helpful with any booking or access issues

💬 What Families Are Saying

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4.6

2,329 Google reviews

Exceptional staff40%
Great location by Thames30%
Quality programming20%
Good food and bar10%
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Andy McColl

9 months ago

Went to visit an exhibition of incredible drawings and collages by Daria Hlazatova. The artworks were immediately available for viewing in the main hall, for free! The staff kindly showed me through to a couple of corridors that contained more works of art. Wonderful exhibition in a great venue, around 10 to 15 minutes walk from the station. Nice bar and seating areas indoors, with a lovely view of the Thames, and Hammersmith Bridge. Seating outside is available, but less seats, so busy on a nice summer's evening. 9pm curfew outside, which was disappointing. I will happily return.

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Matthew Garner

2 months ago

Never knew this existed until my wife bought me tickets for the immersion Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy performance. A little further out than the established theatre zone but in a lovely position by the Thames. There is a cafe/bar and a restaurant and although we did not try them, they looked clean and inviting. Theatre was good with the HH event going through two studios (I think that there are three in total. It was not a seated event so can't comment on that.

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Sj Benfield

4 months ago

Another excellent event at Riverside Studio. Attended a cinema event with Brian Blessed. Bought a delicious roasted vegetable panini - hot and fresh, good price for London. Easy access to the venue and facilities are good.

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Lorna Tenconi

4 months ago

Wow what a great experience. Our tickets had not shown up and the staff bent over backwards to find our reservations. They were exceptionally kind and friendly and helpful throughout the brilliant evening! Thank you.

Reviews from Google

Overview

Riverside Studios runs cinema, theatre, and cultural programming in a Thames-side location in Hammersmith. Family shows like Alice in Wonderland sit alongside parent & baby screenings and Silver Screen sessions. The on-site Bar & Kitchen and Bakery offer fresh food at reasonable London prices, with indoor seating and an outdoor terrace overlooking the Thames.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday07:30 – 23:00
Tuesday07:30 – 23:00
Wednesday07:30 – 23:00
Thursday07:30 – 23:00
Friday07:30 – 23:00
Saturday07:30 – 23:00
Sunday07:30 – 23:00

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