Tour information
Children's Tour of Television Centre
BBC Television Centre
Wood Lane
London W12 7RJ
Website: CBBC
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The Children's Tour of Television Centre is fantastic for children aged between 6 and 11 years. The tour is truly interactive, giving the chance to have a go at making some of their very own TV.
Children could play our very own version of the CBBC show Copycats where two teams battle it out in a range of hilarious games, or take part in our new Gory Games Interactive area.
As well as all the interactivity, the groups will take a peek into some of the BBC studios and enjoy an exclusive visit to a dressing-room or green room.
There are a host of opportunities for photos so don't forget your camera!
This interactive fun lasts for one and a half to two hours, and all children must be accompanied by an adult.
We now also offer Children's Tours on Sundays.
Take a virtual tour of some of the Television Centre Studios
Booking information
Prices
- Adults £11.75
- Concessions £10.75
- Students £9.00
- Children (between 6 and 11 years) £8.25
Sorry, this tour is not appropriate for children under 6. - Family ticket (2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children) £35.00
- Group rates available
- Prices are valid until 31 March 2013.
We're sorry, but we can't admit children under the age of 6 on the Children's Tour. This is because the tour content is not appropriate for children of this age.
To book tickets
For group bookings of more than 15 people and bookings for wheelchair users, or people who have any other disability-related needs, please call our booking line so that we can discuss any specific requirements.
- By phone: 0370 901 1227*
- By phone from outside the UK, call: +44 1732 42 7770
- By textphone for hearing-impaired callers: 03700 100 212*
*Standard geographic charges apply and calls may be included in your telecoms provider's call package. Calls from mobiles may be higher. Calls may be recorded for training. - You can pay by cheque or with a credit or debit card including Visa, Mastercard or Visa Debit.
Refreshments at the BBC
We are pleased to partner up with the BBC Club at Television Centre for a bite to eat after your tour. Children's Party Packages available!
For bookings and enquiries, please call 0208 576 8583 Mondays to Fridays, 9am-5pm or email bbcclub.Hospitality@bbc.co.uk.
Terms and Conditions apply.
Getting there
BBC Television Centre, Wood Lane, London W12 7RJ
Link to map
- Underground – White City (Central line) and Wood Lane (Hammersmith & City line) are opposite.
- Bus – routes 72, 95, 220 and 272 stop outside.
- Car parking – there is metered parking in nearby side streets and extensive car parking in the Westfield Centre on Wood Lane; also an NCP car park off Rockley Road, Shepherd's Bush.
- Coach parking – there is no coach parking on site at BBC Television Centre.
Disabled access
BBC Television Centre is a large building, so tours cover a fair distance. If you are a wheelchair user or have any other disability-related needs, please call our booking line on 0370 901 1227 (+44 1732 42 7770 from outside the UK); textphone for hearing impaired callers 03700 100 212. A wheelchair is available, but it must be booked in advance of your tour by calling our booking line.
- Wheelchair access
- A wheelchair can be provided if requested when booking
- Lifts available
- Adapted toilets
- Accessible telephone
- Assistance dogs are welcome
- A sign language interpreter can be booked to accompany tours
- Car parking can be arranged for blue badge holders - please ask when booking
More information
Read further information about visiting Television Centre [PDF: 50KB]
Awards
- Runner-up, 2009 Group Travel Awards – Best Company or Venue Offering Guided Tours
- Bronze Award, 2008 Visit London Awards – Outstanding Customer Service
- Runner-up, 2008 Group Travel Awards – Best Company or Venue Offering Guided Tours
- Silver Award Winner, 2007 Visit London Awards – Best Tourism Experience
- Runner-up, 2007 Group Travel Awards – Best Company or Venue Offering Guided Tours
- Gold Award Winner, 2006 Visit London Awards – Tour London category
- Winner, 2006 Group Travel Awards – Best Company or Venue Offering Guided Tours
Information for schools
The following downloads contain further information and documentation required for school visits.
- Television Centre risk assessment for groups with children, 2012-2013
[PDF: 345KB]
- Television Centre risk assessment for groups with disabled visitors, 2012-2013
[PDF: 342KB]
For use by teachers - Development of programme idea [PDF: 55KB]
For use by students
