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Stay safe in very hot weather

Very hot weather is expected for the next few days. A red heat-health alert (the highest level) is in place for London on Wednesday and Thursday.  

Hot weather can be dangerous and can cause serious illness. Stay safe and look out for others who may be particularly vulnerable to the heat. Read advice on GOV.UK

Cool spaces

There are local cool spaces that are free and open to everyone. Visit them to rest, drink water and stay cool. Find a cool space near you

Access Islington hubs 

North and South Access Islington hubs are closed due to the hot weather. The Central Hub is open for urgent, in-person support, but avoid travelling unless it is essential. 

You can still access our services online and you can call us on 020 7527 2000 if you need to speak to someone. 

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Adventure playgrounds

Play is an important part of every child’s development and essential both to their health and happiness.

Our adventure playgrounds for children aged six and up are designed and built with children and young people, and are supervised by trained play workers.

They are free for children who live or go to school in Islington. You do not need to book but children have to register before playing.

Playing outdoors can help children to develop self-confidence and social skills, as well as stay healthy. 

School term opening times

Cape Adventure playground

Cornwallis, King Henry’s Walk, Three Corners, Waterside and Barnard Adventure playground

For more information, visit Awesome Adventure Play. 

Crumbles Castle, Lumpy Hill, Martin Luther King, and Timbuktu adventure playgrounds 

Find out more about the programme at your nearest playground on Islington Play Association's website:

School term opening times

  • Tuesday to Friday: 3:30pm to 6:30pm
  • Saturday:
    • 12 noon to 5pm - open play for children aged six and up only
    • 12 noon to 2pm - family play sessions - parents and carers can bring children of all ages but you have to supervise your children

For more information visit Islington Play Association.

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