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The Puppet Theatre Barge
The UK's only floating puppet theatre: a 40-seat converted Thames barge in Little Venice staging puppet shows for children. Relaxed performances offered.
📍 London, South East · W9 2PF
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Visitor information
- Ages
- 3–16+
- Address
- Blomfield Road (opposite No. 35), Little Venice, London W9 2PF
- Opening times
- Weekend and school-holiday performances; times vary by show. Moored in Richmond (85 Petersham Road, TW10 6UT) for part of each summer.
- Website
- www.puppetbarge.com
⚠️ Opening times, prices and seasonal closures change often. Always confirm on the official website before you set off.Details last checked 6 Oct 2026.
Family facilities
Last checked 6 Oct 2026
- Indoor
A guide, not a guarantee. Shown only where the venue or a trusted source has told us. Not listed doesn't mean not available — check with the venue if it matters for your visit.
What's happening in Puppet Theatre
Everything we list here and within half a mile, in one place.
Coming up
The Town Mouse and the Country MouseSat 24 Oct – Sun 15 NovThe Town Mouse and the Country Mouse — Puppet Theatre BargeSat 24 Oct – Sun 15 NovFlotsamSat 14 NovThe Three Little Wolves — Puppet Theatre BargeSat 28 Nov – Sun 7 FebThe Tale of the Loneliest WhaleMon 21 Dec – Tue 22 DecCanalway CavalcadeSat 1 May – Mon 3 May (to be confirmed)Also here
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Most of these come round again — worth looking out for next time.
Anansi & The Lost SunSat 17 Oct – Sun 18 OctAnansi & The Lost Sun — Puppet Theatre BargeSat 17 Oct – Sun 18 OctA Message for the FutureSat 17 OctBaby Club: Heart Of The BeastThu 15 OctBaby Club: VerityTue 13 OctBaby Club: Heart Of The BeastMon 12 OctBaby Club: Sense and SensibilityThu 8 OctBaby Club: VerityThu 8 Oct
Tumble lists this attraction for discovery only — we're not affiliated with it and earn nothing from your visit. Always check the official website for the latest opening times, prices and booking requirements.