Walk for Humanity 28 September 2024, London Walk with us this autumn and raise money to help people in crisis, whoever and wherever they are... more >

Archbishop’s Park, Carlisle Ln, London SE1 7LE

Sat 28 Sep 24

Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight

The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's master piece The Four Seasons and other outstanding works in the... more >

St Mary Le Strand WC2R 1ES

Sat 28 Sep 24

Date Me Out

Inspired by the classic TV show Take Me Out. Watch as our brave single men compete to win a date with one of our 5 fabulous single women, all in..... more >

Riverside studios, Hammersmith W6 9BN

Sat 28 Sep 24

Discover Clubs and Organisations in London

Harmony singing day

This is a fun-filled day of harmony singing taught in Chris Rowbury‘s unique style: lashings of humour, oodles of fun, and a firm but gentle hand on... more >

St Andrew’s Church Waterloo, Short Street SE1 8LJ

Sat 28 Sep 24

Meet Miss Nightingale

Discover the remarkable story of Florence Nightingale at the Florence Nightingale Museum. Find out how Miss Nightingale became known as the “Lady..... more >

2 Lambeth Palace Rd, London SE1 7EP

Sat 28 Sep 24

The Treaty Signing

Part of The Treaty of Finsbury Park 2025 Biodiversity is crucial in reducing the harmful effects of climate change, and city parks have a huge... more >

Furtherfield Gallery, At the McKenzie Pavilion, Finsbury Park N4 2NQ

Sat 28 Sep 24

Open Day at Buttercups Acton

Welcome to the Open Day at Buttercups Nursery Acton! Join us at for a fun-filled day of activities and exploration... more >

27 Old Oak Road W3 7HN

Sat 28 Sep 24

Big Dreams Author Event: Benji Davies – The Great Storm Whale

Join award-winning author and illustrator Benji Davies for this fun session based upon his much-loved 'Storm Whale' stories... more >

Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon, London SW19 1SB

Sat 28 Sep 24

Big Dreams Author Event: Debi Gliori – No Matter What

Debi Gliori shares her timeless classic, 'No Matter What', with a new generation of readers... more >

Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon SW19 1SB

Sat 28 Sep 24

The Classic Car Boot Sale

Scream if you want to go faster! The Classic Car Boot Sale returns to London’s King’s Cross for two days this September (28-29), this time with some..... more >

King’s Cross locations: Granary Square, Lewis Cubitt Square and Coal Drops Yard N1C 4DQ

Sat 28 Sep 24

The Debussy Preludes - Strand International Piano Series 2024-5 (Conce

St Mary le Strand (The Jewel of the Strand) plays host to the third Strand International Piano Series... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Fri 27 Sep 24

The Luminous

Part Victorian thriller, part contemporary tale of friendship and rebellion, RedCape Theatre’s new time-travelling, genre-busting show The Luminous... more >

The Exchange, Twickenham, 75 London Road, Twickenham TW1 1BE

Fri 27 Sep 24

Maggie's Night Hike

You're invited to our iconic night walk along the River Thames, to support everyone living with cancer... more >

Maggie’s West London, Charing Cross Hospital W6 8RF

Fri 27 Sep 24

Mount Herzog

This event is part of: Tête à Tête: The Opera Festival 2024 Mount Herzog tells the story of a filmmaker's dream, mobilised against nature,... more >

The Cockpit, Gateforth Street NW8 8EH

Fri 27 Sep 24

Waltham Forest Music Society

A much-anticipated recital by Yuki Negishi (piano) and Yukiko Ishibashi (violin) Pieces will include works by Gershwin, Brahms, Chopin and the... more >

All Saints Church, Church Avenue, Highams Park, London E4 9QZ

Fri 27 Sep 24

SILANGAN: Treasured Songs from the East and South East Asia

In celebration of the upcoming East and South East Asian heritage month in September, Haraya Choir proudly presents SILANGAN: Treasured Songs from... more >

Crown Court Church, Russel Street WC2B 5EZ

Fri 27 Sep 24

Amplify Her: Coffee Meeting for Women in the Music Industry

Let’s talk about the music industry, and share our experience and journey over Coffee. Being a music professional can have its ups and downs, and..... more >

21soho, 3 Sutton Row, London W1D 6QE

Fri 27 Sep 24

Beethoven Piano Trios by Candlelight

Enjoy an exceptional chamber music concert, bought to you by CityMusic Promotions, with the hugely talented Somerset Piano Trio... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Thu 26 Sep 24

I Shot Mussolini

This event is part of: Tête à Tête: The Opera Festival 2024 A staged libretto reading of a new opera in progress telling the true story of Violet... more >

The Cockpit, Gateforth Street NW8 8EH

Thu 26 Sep 24

Introducing the Momentum Artist Growth Programme

Curious to see how you can take your art practice to the next level? The Visual Artists Association offers an exclusive Momentum Programme that’s..... more >

Online event W1W 7LT

Thu 26 Sep 24

British Art Fair

British Art Fair, the only fair dedicated to Modern and Contemporary British art, takes place at Saatchi Gallery in the heart of London’s vibrant... more >

Saatchi Gallery, Duke of York’s HQ, King’s Road SW3 4RY

Thu 26 Sep 24

Brainfools Circus Scratch Night

Brainfools is back at Jacksons Lane this autumn with a one-off scratch night! Get ready to witness circus artists showcase their works-in-progress... more >

Jacksons Lane 269a Archway Road London N6 5AA

Thu 26 Sep 24

Tech Mixer Event With Google Cloud And Systango.

Welcome to the Tech Mixer Event with Google Cloud and Systango! Join us for a day filled with tech talks, networking, and hands-on workshops... more >

Google UK Headquarters - 6 St Pancras Sq, London N1C 4AG

Thu 26 Sep 24

The Game

This event is part of: Tête à Tête: The Opera Festival 2024 A dark, surreal comedy about the human relationship with technology and digital... more >

The Cockpit, Gateforth Street NW8 8EH

Thu 26 Sep 24

Ghost

This event is part of: Tête à Tête: The Opera Festival 2024 If you died, who would you want to haunt?... more >

The Cockpit, Gateforth Street NW8 8EH

Thu 26 Sep 24

Edward Scissorhands

Trafalgar Releasing is delighted to announce that Edward Scissorhands: Matthew Bourne’s dance version of Tim Burton’s classic, has been filmed for... more >

307 Regent St. W1B 2HW

Wed 25 Sep 24

Edward Scissorhands

Trafalgar Releasing is delighted to announce that Edward Scissorhands: Matthew Bourne’s dance version of Tim Burton’s classic, has been filmed for... more >

1-7 Norwood High St, Norwood SE27 9JU

Wed 25 Sep 24

Edward Scissorhands

Trafalgar Releasing is delighted to announce that Edward Scissorhands: Matthew Bourne’s dance version of Tim Burton’s classic, has been filmed for... more >

116a Lordship Ln SE22 8HD

Wed 25 Sep 24

Stamp Club Meeting (Leytonstone & Wanstead)

Details and date/time of this meeting were not available at the time of writing. Please contact society before travelling... more >

Pastures Centre, Davies Lane, Leytonstone, London E11 3DR

Wed 25 Sep 24

Edward Scissorhands

Trafalgar Releasing is delighted to announce that Edward Scissorhands: Matthew Bourne’s dance version of Tim Burton’s classic, has been filmed for... more >

36 Parkfield St N1 0PS

Wed 25 Sep 24

Edward Scissorhands

Trafalgar Releasing is delighted to announce that Edward Scissorhands: Matthew Bourne’s dance version of Tim Burton’s classic, has been filmed for... more >

180 Greenwich High Rd SE10 8NN

Wed 25 Sep 24

Communi-tea spirit: Romford funeral home hosts fundraising coffee morn

A funeral home in Romford is inviting the local community to come along to a coffee morning in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support... more >

Co-op Funeralcare, 148 North St, Romford RM1 1DL

Wed 25 Sep 24

50+ Lunch and Connect

Join us for a fun and interactive event where older individuals can come together to socialize, share stories, and make new friends... more >

Whittaker Ellis Suite, Old Town Hall, Whittaker Avenue Richmond TW9 1TP

Wed 25 Sep 24

Introduction to Black and White Analogue Photography

This is a ten week course in the practice in photography covers practical skills, and the theory that underlines the practice. ... more >

The Lewisham Arthouse, 140 Lewisham Way New Cross, London SE14 6PD

Wed 25 Sep 24

The Acts of Brízida Vaz/Heart of the Matter

This event is part of: Tête à Tête: The Opera Festival 2024 The Acts of Brízida Vaz is a lively and humorous chamber opera inspired by Auto da... more >

The Cockpit, Gateforth Street NW8 8EH

Wed 25 Sep 24

Senses/You Can't Kill the Spirit

This event is part of: Tête à Tête: The Opera Festival 2024 Senses is a dark, cabaret inspired song cycle for mezzo-soprano and jazz ensemble... more >

The Cockpit, Gateforth Street NW8 8EH

Wed 25 Sep 24

Goliath: Playing with Reality

The Winner of the Grand Jury Prize for Best VR Immersive Work at the 78th Venice International Film Festival, Goliath: Playing with Reality, is... more >

Shoreditch Town Hall, 380 Old Street, London EC1V 9LT

Tue 24 Sep 24

Letters

This event is part of: Tête à Tête: The Opera Festival 2024 Letters is a multi-disciplinary music theatre work-in-development in collaboration... more >

The Cockpit, Gateforth Street NW8 8EH

Tue 24 Sep 24

A Life of One's Own

This event is part of: Tête à Tête: The Opera Festival 2024 Imagine being 19 years old and seeing the ocean for the first time... more >

The Cockpit, Gateforth Street NW8 8EH

Tue 24 Sep 24

Watch winemaking in action—fresh grapes, foot stomping, and good vibes

We’d like to invite you to an exciting live winemaking event at Renegade Walthamstow winery on Tuesday 24th September... more >

Renegade Walthamstow Winery, Unit 7, Lockwood Way, Walthamstow , London, United Kingdom E17 5RB

Tue 24 Sep 24

Plant Gazing: Under Vine Moon Workshop with Joseph Walsh

Connect with Earth's plant allies through drawing, painting and tea ceremony… As we approach September’s Waning Crescent Moon, this workshop... more >

IMT Gallery, Unit 2/210 Cambridge Heath Road, London E2 9NQ

Tue 24 Sep 24

Redearth Education- The Colours of Africa

We are delighted to announce the return of Redearth Education’s Art Fundraiser - The Colours of Africa, an event aimed at raising vital funds to... more >

Stationer’s Hall Ave Maria Lane London EC4M 7DD

Tue 24 Sep 24

The Joy Of Opera

This event is part of: Tête à Tête: The Opera Festival 2024 The Joy of Opera invites our operatic community to come together to celebrate our... more >

The Cockpit, Gateforth Street NW8 8EH

Mon 23 Sep 24

Drawing From Plant Life. botanical illustration for all.

This is a ten week introductory course into the Art of Botanical Illustration . The course covers graphic skills ie... more >

The Lewisham Arthouse, 140 Lewisham Way New Cross, London SE14 6PD

Mon 23 Sep 24

Acton Community Gardens – ?? Roll Back into Action with RollaDome’s...

?? Hey There, RollaDome Alumni, We’ve missed you on the skating rink! Are you ready to put those skates back on?... more >

Acton Gardens Community Center, Unit A, Munster Court, Bollo Bridge Rd W3 8UU

Mon 23 Sep 24

Colour Run Party

Are you ready to get covered in paint this September? ?? Join us for the Colour Run Party and experience a 5k run like no other!... more >

Danson Park, Bexleyheath DA6 8HL

Sun 22 Sep 24

Danny Beard and Their Live Band 'Straight Expectations'

The winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K. Season 4, Danny Beard has a brand-new tour for 2024 and will be at London’s Peacock Theatre on 22nd..... more >

Peacok Theatre, Portugal St, London WC2A 2HT

Sun 22 Sep 24

Hugglets TEDDIES Festival 2024

The Hugglets TEDDIES Festival 2024 features a great line-up of well-known artists and new faces from the UK, USA, Germany, Italy, Japan, Moldova, the... more >

Kensington Town Hall, Hornton Street, London W8 7NX

Sun 22 Sep 24

Aqua Tofana

This event is part of: Tête à Tête: The Opera Festival 2024 1650’s Rome, wealth, power and politics pervade the city... more >

The Cockpit, Gateforth Street NW8 8EH

Sun 22 Sep 24

MoH Deep Dive: Social Responses to Stigma

Deep Dive is a current affairs programme about homelessness hosted by Museum of Homelessness directors Matt and Jess... more >

The Manor House Lodge Seven Sisters Road, Finsbury Park N4 2DE

Sun 22 Sep 24

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Things to do around London

London, the vibrant capital of the United Kingdom, offers an abundance of activities for a memorable day out. Whether you're a local or a visitor, there's something for everyone in this bustling metropolis. Let's explore some of the best things to do in London:

1. Visit London's Markets:
- London has a plethora of markets, each with its own unique vibe. Here are some must-visit options:
- Old Spitalfields Market: Located in east central London, it offers vintage clothing, handmade accessories, worldly foods, and novel art.
- Camden Market: Perfect for rockers and music lovers, it's known for leather jackets, vegan lunch options, and piercings.
- Portobello Market: Notting Hill's colorful houses and unique items make it a popular spot for photographers.
- Borough Market: London's premium food market with a variety of delicious treats, from coffee to fresh farm produce.

2. Explore Arty and Architectural Gems:
- Even if you're not religious, visiting London's churches is a treat. Explore historic architecture and stunning stained glass windows. Some notable ones include:
- St. Paul's Cathedral: Climb to the top for panoramic views of the city.
- Westminster Abbey: A UNESCO World Heritage Site with centuries of history.
- St. Martin-in-the-Fields: Attend a classical music concert or enjoy a meal at its crypt cafe.
- Southwark Cathedral: A hidden gem near Borough Market.
- Temple Church: Known for its round nave and medieval origins.

3. Enjoy the Outdoors:
- London has beautiful green spaces and outdoor activities:
- Hyde Park: Stroll by the Serpentine, rent a rowboat, or have a picnic.
- Regent's Park: Visit the Queen Mary's Rose Garden and the London Zoo.
- Richmond Park: Spot deer and enjoy the vast open space.
- Hampstead Heath: Explore the heathland, swim in the ponds, and take in the skyline views.
- Thames River Walk: Follow the Thames Path for scenic riverside views.

4. Quirky and Fun Activities:
- London offers plenty of unique experiences:
- Shuffleboarding: Try shuffleboard at venues like The London Shuffle Club.
- Escape Rooms: Solve puzzles and unravel mysteries at various escape room locations.
- Weird Experiences: From immersive theater to unusual dining, London has it all.
- Electronic Darts: Play darts with a modern twist at Flight Club.
- Go Karting: Race around indoor tracks at TeamSport Karting.
- Virtual Reality Experiences: Try VR gaming or immersive storytelling at Otherworld³.

5. Day Trips from London:
- If you have more time, consider day trips to nearby destinations:
- Windsor: Visit Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world.
- Greenwich: Explore the Royal Observatory, the Cutty Sark, and the Maritime Museum.
- Oxford: Discover the famous university city and its historic colleges.
- Cambridge: Explore the picturesque colleges and punting on the River Cam.
- Brighton: Enjoy the beach, the Royal Pavilion, and the quirky Lanes.

Remember to check opening hours and any booking requirements for these attractions. Whether you're interested in culture, outdoor adventures, or quirky experiences, London promises an unforgettable day out!