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Charity shops and toy libraries are a good source of toys, games, books and DVD’s for children. If buying second hand do ensure that the toys are safe and in good order with no risky, sharp edges, missing bits or small parts that could be swallowed.
SNIPS
The Crypt, St. John’s Church
Mattock Lane, West Ealing W13
Tel. 020 8840 0651
Open 10 am to 1pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays during term times only SNIPS stocks good quality, reasonable priced second hand children’s clothes, toys, games, books and videos. The children will also enjoy the other attractions the crypt has to offer, including freshly cooked food, toys to play with, and even a haircut.
TOY LIBRARIES
The Council-Run nursery centres listed here offer a toy library facility, which is open to the public. Toys and books can be borrowed for one or two weeks for a small charge per item.
Disraeli Nursery Centre
111 Hamborough Road, Southall UB1
Tel. 020 8813 8078
Hanbury Nursery Centre
Park Road North, Acton, W3
Tel. 020 8992 0724
Hanwell Library
Cherington Rd, Hanwell, W7
Tel. 020 8566 2545
Windmill Nursery Centre
135-139 Windmill Lane, Greenford
Tel. 020 8813 1295
PESTS Special Needs Toy Library
Heller House, 124 Norwood Road, Southall
Tel. 020 8571 9954
This toy library is for children with special needs or a disability. It is open every Tuesday morning during term-time.
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