Seven Stories is where our rich heritage of British children's books is collected, explored and celebrated. Books are our inspiration for all kinds of exhibitions, activities and events. There are also different activities on each floor which are suitable for many different age groups.
Some people say there are only seven stories in the world but a thousand different ways of telling them. Seven Stories is about the thousand ways.
Step Inside... Seven Stories, the Centre for Children's Books and explore ever changing landscapes which will inspire ideas and imagination.
Exhibitions
Seven Stories is the only exhibition space in the UK dedicated to the celebration of British children's literature. Our changing programme of exhibitions is designed to spark the imaginations of children and adults, and inspire exciting new work.
Weekend and Holiday drop-in family activities There's always a choice of creative activities on offer throughout Seven Stories. Join in with dressing-up and dramatic fun, creative writing and wordplay, illustration and crafts.
Storytelling Hear exciting stories new and old for all the family, as you travel to far off places; who knows who you'll meet!
Conversations with authors and illustrators These events are an opportunity for you to meet an author and illustrator team, explore how they work together to create their books and listen as they talk you through their inspiration, ideas and favourite stories.
Bookshop Events This is the opportunity for you to meet authors and illustrators in the Seven Stories Bookshop, one of the largest independent specialist children's bookshops in Britain. Admission to the bookshop is free.
School Bookings and Group Visits Our education team offer a comprehensive school and group visit programme.
Corporate Hire Available for evening hire, Seven Stories' Artist's Attic is the perfect setting for a truly inspirational event.