Enjoy an outstanding musical evening in the run-up to Christmas with a performance of Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons, and other... more >

The Piccadilly Christmas Concert W1J 9LL

Sat 14 Dec

The Nutcracker - A Festive Family Treat!

After a sell-out tour last year, this festive favourite makes a welcome return this Christmas. Retaining all the much-loved characters and music, but..... more >

The Royal Academy of Dance 188 York Road London SW11 3JZ

Sat 14 Dec

XUK English Online

XUK run offer a fantastic interactive experience with free online activities for children and teenagers... more >

Virtual Event

Sun 15 Dec

Discover Clubs and Organisations in London

A Christmas Carol - A One-Man Performance

Sink into the classic tale of Victorian Christmas and the redemption of London’s most memorable miser, as we follow Scrooge through his encounters... more >

Old Operating Theatre Museum and Herb Garret St Thomas’ Church 9a St Thomas Street London SE1 9RY

Mon 16 Dec

Christmas Carols at St Paul's with Blood Cancer UK

It’s never too early to start thinking about Christmas! Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and hope at St Paul’s Cathedral as we come..... more >

St Paul’s Cathedral St Paul’s Churchyard London EC4M 8AD

Tue 17 Dec

Christmas Carols by Candlelight

Enjoy an outstanding musical evening in the run-up to Christmas with an unmissable performance by the phenomenally talented Piccadilly Christmas... more >

St James Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL

Tue 17 Dec

Comedy at Jawbone Brewing

Live stand up comedy at Jawbone Brewing Brand new lineup each month, watch some of the (in our opinion) best acts on the UK circuit Independently... more >

Jawbone Brewery Unit C 1 Strawberry Vale TW1 4RY

Wed 18 Dec

A Christmas Wish - A Gorgeous Christmas Show

It is Christmas Eve. Fern the Christmas Fairy and Eggnog the Elf are vey excited! They play, dance and decorate their cosy little room... more >

Libra Theatre Cafe 37 Chalk Farm Road NW1 8AJ

Wed 18 Dec

Scarlet & Gold at Christmas

Direct from duties at Buckingham Palace, The Musicians of The Household Division return to the Fairfield Halls with their spectacular Christmas... more >

park lane ,Croydon CR9 1DG

Thu 19 Dec

A History of Christmas with Paul Kerensa

Join author of Hark! The Biography of Christmas Paul Kerensa for a fun festive whizz through 4000 years of Christmas past – from how Jingle Bells..... more >

Tabard Theatre, 2 Bath Road, Chiswick W4 1LW

Thu 19 Dec

Sound Healing | Serenity on Mars

Immerse yourself in a sound healing ritual beneath Mars in the Painted Hall. Hosted by sound healer and artist Junior Valentine, Serenity on..... more >

Painted Hall, Old Royal Naval College SE10 9NN

Fri 20 Dec

Bach Brandenberg Concertos at Christmas

Enjoy an outstanding musical evening in the days before Christmas with a selection of Bach's magnificent Brandenburg Concertos and other... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Fri 20 Dec

Handel’s Messiah (Highlights) at Christmas by Candlelight

Enjoy an outstanding candlelit concert in the run-up to Christmas with a selection from Handel's masterpiece, The Messiah and other exceptional... more >

Sheffield Cathedral, Sheffield S1 1HA

Fri 20 Dec

Vivaldi's Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight

Enjoy an outstanding musical evening in the run-up to Christmas with a performance of Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons and... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 21 Dec

The Four Seasons by Candlelight

Corelli Christmas Concerto and Vivaldi Four Seasons St Mary’s Church, Upper Street, Islington N1 2TX Saturday December 21st, 6pm & 8pm Come... more >

St Marys Church, Islington Upper Street, London N1 2TX

Sat 21 Dec

Festive Family Fun Day

21 December Join us at WWT London Wetland Centre for a magical day of festive family fun! Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with gospel..... more >

WWT London Wetland Centre, Queen Elizabeth Walk, Barnes SW13 9WT

Sat 21 Dec

Handel’s Messiah (Highlights) at Christmas by Candlelight

Enjoy an outstanding candlelit concert in the run-up to Christmas with a selection from Handel's masterpiece, The Messiah and other exceptional... more >

St Ann’s Church, Manchester, Manchester M2 7LF

Sat 21 Dec

Handel's Messiah (Highlights) at Christmas by Candlelight

Enjoy an outstanding candlelit concert in the run-up to Christmas with a selection from Handel's masterpiece, The Messiah... more >

St James Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL

Sun 22 Dec

The Nutcracker - A Festive Family Treat!

After a sell-out tour last year, this festive favourite makes a welcome return this Christmas. Retaining all the much-loved characters and music,..... more >

Blackheath Halls 23 Lee Road SE3 9RQ

Sun 22 Dec and Mon 23 Dec

The Snowman in Concert

PROGRAMME Howard Blake The Snowman And other works to be announced PERFORMERS Alice Mackenzie soprano Clare Hart narrator Mozart Symphony... more >

Cadogan Hall 5 Sloane Terrace SW1X 9DQ

Sun 22 Dec

The Big Christmas Assembly

Crack out the Christmas Jingles! Join James B Partridge (Primary School Assembly Bangers LIVE) for an evening of pure nostalgia, stepping back in..... more >

Tabard Theatre, 2 Bath Road, Chiswick W4 1LW

Mon 23 Dec

The Spirit of Christmas

The choirs return to St Paul’s Church, Covent Garden, at the height of the Christmas celebrations, with The Spirit of Christmas... more >

St Paul’s Church Covent Garden WC2E 9ED

Mon 23 Dec

Traditional Service of Nine Lessons and Carols

The story of Christmas through readings, choral music and carols for congregational participation, sung by the Choir of Chingford Parish Church more >

Chingford Parish Church, The Green, Chingford E4 7EN

Mon 23 Dec

Mars in the Painted Hall

Luke Jerram’s astonishing installation Mars is coming to the Painted Hall this winter. Following the sell-out success of Gaia and Museum of the Moon,..... more >

Painted Hall, Old Royal Naval College SE10 9NN

Tue 24 Dec to Tue 28 Jan 2025

Lark Ascending at Christmas by Candlelight

Enjoy an outstanding musical evening in the days after Christmas with a performance of Vaughan-Williams' masterpiece, The Lark Ascending and... more >

St James Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL

Fri 27 Dec

The Nutcracker - A Festive Family Treat!

After a sell-out tour last year, this festive favourite makes a welcome return this Christmas. Retaining all the much-loved characters and music,..... more >

Lilian Bayliss Studio, Sadler’s Wells EC1R 4TN

Fri 27 Dec to Mon 30 Dec, Fri 3 Jan 2025 to Sun 5 Jan 2025

Opera at Christmas by Candlelight

Enjoy an exceptional performance of a selection of the world's greatest operatic repertoire in the days after Christmas... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 28 Dec

Chopin and Champagne at Christmas

Enjoy an outstanding musical evening in the days after Christmas with a breathtaking programme of Chopin's piano masterpieces in the stunning... more >

St James Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL

Sat 28 Dec

The Magic of Mozart by Candlelight

Mozart ‘Eine Kleine Nachtmusik’ Serenade in G major K.525 Mozart Oboe Quartet in F major Handel Arrival of the Queen of Sheba Morricone Gabriel’s..... more >

St Marys Church, Islington Upper Street, London N1 2TX

Sat 28 Dec

Viennese Christmas Spectacular by Candlelight

Enjoy an outstanding musical evening in the days after Christmas with an exceptional selection of well loved classics brought to you by the... more >

St James Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL

Sat 28 Dec

Rhapsody in Blue at Christmas by Candlelight

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional piano recital at the beautiful candlelit venue of St James Piccadilly in the days before new... more >

St James Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL

Sun 29 Dec

Mozart Concertos at Christmas by Candlelight

Enjoy an exception candlelit concert in the week after Christmas as outstanding musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform two of Mozart's... more >

St James Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL

Sun 29 Dec

Winter Wonderland by Candlelight

Enjoy an outstanding musical evening in the week after Christmas with an exquisite selection of well loved festive classics brought to you by the... more >

St James Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL

Mon 30 Dec

New Years Tango

Enjoy and exceptional concert in the lead up to the new year and relive the early days of tango in Buenos Aires, come to listen to our blend of the... more >

St James Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL

Mon 30 Dec

Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto at Christmas

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional concert to end the year in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary le Strand... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Mon 30 Dec

Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto at Christmas

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional concert to end the year in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary le Strand... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Mon 30 Dec

New Years Eve Vivaldi by Candlelight

Enjoy an outstanding musical evening to round off the year with a performance of Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons, and other... more >

St James Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL

Tue 31 Dec

New Years Eve Vivaldi by Candlelight

Enjoy an outstanding musical evening to round off the year with a performance of Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons, and other... more >

St James Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL

Tue 31 Dec

New Years Eve Vivaldi on the Strand

Enjoy an outstanding musical evening by candlelight to end the year with a full performance of Vivaldi's timeless masterpiece, The Four... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Tue 31 Dec

New Years Eve Vivaldi on the Strand

Enjoy an outstanding musical evening by candlelight to end the year with a full performance of Vivaldi's timeless masterpiece, The Four... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Tue 31 Dec

Operation Mincemeat The New Year's Eve That Never Was

For the first time ever, the Olivier Award winning 'Best New Musical' will be doing a special New Year's Eve event - The New... more >

Fortune Theatre, Russell St, London WC2B 5HH

Tue 31 Dec

The New Years Day Piccadilly Prom

Enjoy an outstanding musical evening to start the year! The New Year Piccadilly Prom will include an exceptional programme of much-loved works in the..... more >

St James Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL

Wed 1 Jan 25

New Years Piccadilly Family Concert

Enjoy an outstanding family concert to start the year with the exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta... more >

St James Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL

Wed 1 Jan 25

Winter Wonderland on the Strand

Enjoy an outstanding musical evening in the first days of 2025 with an exquisite selection of well-loved classics brought to you by the phenomenal... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Thu 2 Jan 25

New Year's Chopin and Champagne

Enjoy an outstanding musical evening in the new year with with a breathtaking programme of Chopin's piano masterpieces in the stunning... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Fri 3 Jan 25

New Years Opera on the Strand by Candlelight

Enjoy an exceptional performance of a selection of the world's greatest operatic repertoire in the first days of the new year... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Fri 3 Jan 25

New Year's Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight

The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece, The Four Seasons, by candlelight in the beautiful... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 4 Jan 25

New Year's Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight

The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece, The Four Seasons, by candlelight in the beautiful... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 4 Jan 25

Debussy by Candlelight

Enjoy this outstanding piano recital, bought to you by CityMusic Promotions with leading concert pianist Andrew Zolinsky... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Thu 9 Jan 25

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 Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 11 Jan 25

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 Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 11 Jan 25

Shepherd on The Rock by Candlelight

Enjoy this exceptional performance, part of the 2024-25 Strand Chamber Music Series in the beautiful candlelit venue of St Mary le Strand... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Fri 17 Jan 25

Mozart Masterpieces by Candlelight

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional concert in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary le Strand... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 18 Jan 25

Mars Flow | Yoga & Brunch

Set your intentions for 2025 with a transformative 45-minute vinyasa yoga session beneath Luke Jerram’s Mars installation, followed by a revitalising... more >

Painted Hall, Old Royal Naval College SE10 9NN

Sat 18 Jan 25

Mozart Masterpieces by Candlelight

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional concert in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary le Strand... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 18 Jan 25

A Night at The Opera by Candlelight

The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta and some of the UK's leading opera singers will perform a dazzling selection of the... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Thu 23 Jan 25

Lluís Calvet i Pey and James Southall Salon Concert

Join us at the Lansdowne Club as we continue our exploration of rare and forgotten songs in our 2024/25 Salon Series... more >

The Lansdowne Club W1J 5JD

Thu 23 Jan 25

Chopin & Champagne by Candlelight | Sonata No.2

Celebrate the end of the week with a pre-dinner (6.30pm) or post-dinner (9pm) performance of Chopin, complete with a complimentary champagne..... more >

1901 Arts Club, London SE1 8UE

Fri 24 Jan 25

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 24 Jan 25

Chopin & Champagne by Candlelight | Sonata No.2

Celebrate the end of the week with a pre-dinner (6.30pm) or post-dinner (9pm) performance of Chopin, complete with a complimentary champagne..... more >

1901 Arts Club, London SE1 8UE

Fri 24 Jan 25

Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

Enjoy a spectacular piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary Le Strand in the heart of London... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Fri 24 Jan 25

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 Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 25 Jan 25

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 Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 25 Jan 25

Classical Harp by Candlelight

Enjoy an exceptional classical harp recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary Le Strand. A hugely appealing programme by leading harpist..... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Thu 30 Jan 25

Mozart Piano Concertos by Candlelight

Enjoy an outstanding musical evening with an exceptional selection from Mozart's much-loved Piano Concertos... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Fri 31 Jan 25

Bach Cello Suites by Candlelight

Enjoy an exceptional performance of a selection of J.S. Bach's Solo Cello Suites by renowned cellist, Kirsten Jenson... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Fri 31 Jan 25

Bach and Vivaldi Violin Concertos by Candlelight

The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform a selection of Bach's magnificent Violin concertos by candlelight in the... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 1 Feb 25

Bach and Vivaldi Violin Concertos by Candlelight

The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform a selection of Bach's magnificent Violin concertos by candlelight in the... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 1 Feb 25

Mozart Concertos by Candlelight

The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta and special guests will perform a selection of Mozart's finest concertos in the... more >

St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh EH1 1RE

Sat 1 Feb 25

Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024 - The Beethoven S

St Giles Cathedral plays host to the inaugural Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series. This exciting and prestigious new concert series will..... more >

St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh EH1 1RE

Mon 3 Feb 25

The Count of Monte Cristo

From the novel by Alexandre Dumas Adapted by Adam Elliott & Oliver Malam Join 3 intrepid actors in this fast paced and furiously funny... more >

Theatre At The Tabard 2 Bath Road London W4 1LW

Wed 5 Feb 25 to Sat 22 Feb 2025

Brahms by Candlelight

Enjoy this outstanding piano recital, bought to you by CityMusic Promotions with leading concert pianist, Viv Mclean... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Thu 6 Feb 25

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 Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 8 Feb 25

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 Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 8 Feb 25

The Wood (Double Bass) Quartet - Strand Chamber Music Series 2024/5

Enjoy the next concert in this exceptional series of chamber music in the beautiful candlelit venue of St Mary le Strand... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Thu 13 Feb 25

Valentine's Moonlight Sonata

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional Valentine's piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary le Strand in... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Fri 14 Feb 25

Valentine's Chopin and Champagne

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional Valentine's piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary le Strand in... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Fri 14 Feb 25

Valentines Vivaldi by Candlelight

Treat yourself and your loved ones to the ultimate Valentine's romantic experience and enjoy an exceptional selection of classical pieces... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 15 Feb 25

The PEA and The Princess

Saturday 15 February - Sunday 30 March Recommended for ages 3-7 High kicks, huge twists and brand-new fairytale endings... more >

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

Sat 15 Feb 2025, Sun 16 Feb 2025, Tue 18 Feb 2025, and more dates until Sun 30 Mar 2025

BucketRace (Scavenger Hunt) Valentine's Day Couples Hunt

Couple up and join us on the Valentine’s scavenger hunt around London. Couples go head to head by completing tasks such as, asking a busker to..... more >

Golden Square, Brewer St, Soho, London W1F 9HR

Sat 15 Feb 25

Valentines Vivaldi by Candlelight

Treat yourself and your loved ones to the ultimate Valentine's romantic experience and enjoy an exceptional selection of classical pieces... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 15 Feb 25

17th International Conference on Neurology and Neuromuscular Disorder

Neurology Conference 2025 will feature a dynamic blend of keynote presentations,Poster Presentation, plenary sessions, and interactive workshops,... more >

The Grove, Bath Road, Harmondsworth, West Drayton UB7 0DG

Mon 17 Feb 25

A Night at The Opera by Candlelight (feat. Nessun Dorma)

The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta and some of the UK's leading opera singers will perform a dazzling selection of the... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Thu 20 Feb 25

Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

Enjoy a spectacular piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary Le Strand in the heart of London... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Fri 21 Feb 25

Chopin & Champagne by Candlelight | Etudes Op.10

Celebrate the end of the week with a pre-dinner (6.30pm) or post-dinner (9pm) performance of Chopin, complete with a complimentary champagne..... more >

1901 Arts Club, London SE1 8UE

Fri 21 Feb 25

Chopin & Champagne by Candlelight | Etudes Op.10

Celebrate the end of the week with a pre-dinner (6.30pm) or post-dinner (9pm) performance of Chopin, complete with a complimentary champagne..... more >

1901 Arts Club, London SE1 8UE

Fri 21 Feb 25

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 21 Feb 25

Music for 4, 6, 8 & 12 hands on Two Pianos plus!

Popular concert of piano music: original compositions and arrangements from classical to light. Played by Terence Atkins, Jonathan Marten, Tim..... more >

Chingford Parish Church, The Green, Chingford E4 7EN

Sat 22 Feb 25

Atsuko Okatsuka The ‘Full Grown’ tour

Asian American comedian Atsuko Okatsuka has announced the UK leg of her global comedy tour with three dates this February at the O2 Academy Glasgow... more >

Eventim Apollo 45 Queen Caroline St, London W6 9QH

Sat 22 Feb 25

Bach Piano Concertos by Candlelight

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional concert in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary le Strand... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 22 Feb 25

Bach Piano Concertos by Candlelight

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional concert in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary le Strand... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 22 Feb 25

Rachmaninov Cello Sonata by Candlelight - Strand Chamber Music Series

Enjoy the next concert in this exceptional series of chamber music in the beautiful candlelit venue of St Mary le Strand... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Thu 27 Feb 25

Mozart Piano Concertos by Candlelight

Enjoy an outstanding musical evening with an exceptional selection from Mozart's much-loved Piano Concertos... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Fri 28 Feb 25

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 Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 1 Mar 25

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 Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 1 Mar 25

Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto by Candlelight

The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta along with a leading concert pianist (to be announced) perform Rachmaninov's... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 8 Mar 25

Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto by Candlelight

The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta along with a leading concert pianist (to be announced) perform Rachmaninov's... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 8 Mar 25

Marie-Nicole Lemieux, Michael Spyres & Carlo Rizzi: Donizetti and Frie

Renowned for their vocal virtuosity, mezzo-soprano Marie-Nicole Lemieux and tenor Michael Spyres (OPER!... more >

Cadogan Hall 5 Sloane Terrace SW1X 9DQ

Mon 10 Mar 25

Pictures at an Exhibition by Candlelight

Enjoy an exceptional piano recital including Mussorgsky's masterpiece Pictures at an Exhibition in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Thu 13 Mar 25

Mozart and Beethoven by Candlelight

Enjoy this exceptional performance, part of the 2024-25 Strand Chamber Music Series in the beautiful candlelit venue of St Mary le Strand... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

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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!