London Events
Celebrate the orchard harvest at our annual apple day celebration!
Browse the extensive stallholder market, enjoy food and drink from local.....
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Fulham Palace, Bishops Avenue, Fulham, London SW6 6EA
Today
Ilford & West Essex Model Railway Club is holding it’s usual monthly open day.
This open day has train rides (usually steam) for all the family...
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Adjacent to North Side of Chadwell Heath Station, Station Road, Chadwell Heath RM6 4BU
Today
O2 Centre has announced that it has launched a new, immersive experience, ‘Play on the Way’, which allows guests to experience journey through space...
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O2 Centre, 255 Finchley Road
London NW3 6LU
Today to Fri 25 Oct
I LOVE THIS GAME! For 9 -14 year olds!! Welcome to our weekly football academy training and matches!
Get ready to hone your skills, showcase your.....
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The Lighthouse - 107 Broodcoombe, Croydon CR2 8HR
Today, Sun 13 Oct, Sun 20 Oct, Sun 27 Oct, Sun 3 Nov
*** 20% OFF ALL TICKETS USING CODE DUCKLING20 ***
An engaging tale of love and acceptance
Feeling different, teased by his friends and not...
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Leicester Square Theatre, 6 Leicester Place, London WC2H 7BX
Today
It’s Eurydice’s wedding day. Having made it down the aisle to Orpheus, she leaves her wedding party and trips and falls… all the way down into the.....
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16b Jermyn Street SW1Y 6ST
Today to Sat 9 Nov
Are you ready to embark on the ultimate skating odyssey? Welcome to RollaDome’s Flagship Roller-Skating Club—the crème de la crème of our skating.....
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Heston Community Centre, 91 Heston Rd, Heston, Hounslow , UK TW5 0QR
Today, Sun 13 Oct, and more dates until Sun 10 Nov
Guided walking tours led by a former Coffee and Cocoa trader with extensive knowledge of the industry...
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Green Park Station
Piccadilly South side exit W1J 9DZ
Today, Sun 13 Oct, and more dates until Sun 1 Dec
An evening of great Jazz, Blues and Gospel with Samantha Smith and The Chargers.
This great band has front British lead singer Samantha Antoinette.....
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Crazy Coqs, 21 Sherwood Street W1F 7ED
Today
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Poor Effy. Sent to live with her aunt and uncle in a block that won’t allow dogs. What’s a girl to do?...
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Unicorn Theatre (Clore), 147 Tooley Street, London SE1 2HZ
Today to Sun 3 Nov
Walk in the footsteps of the ‘mother of nursing’ and discover the life of Florence Nightingale through the places where she lived and worked...
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***REMINDER*** This event does NOT start at the Florence Nightingale Museum. The tour group will meet outside the BMW showroom dealership (70 Park Lane, London, ) W1K 7TT
Today
Jack the Ripper guided walking tours led by Ripperologist Paul Mansfield with over 25 years experience as a London tour guide and has helped in the...
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Aldgate station
9 Aldgate high street EC3N 1AH
Today, Fri 11 Oct, and more dates until Sun 1 Dec
Four break-out acts come together for a vintage night of exhilarating music at The Cockpit. They know each other, they share a love of great tracks.....
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The Cockpit, Gateforth Street NW8 8EH
Today
through the Teaching of Bruno Groening.
“THERE IS NO INCURABLE” (Bruno Groening)
Attendees will hear about Healing on the Spiritual.....
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72 QT Guest House, 72 Queensborough Terrace W2 3SH
Today
Following a sold-out hit run at Park Theatre earlier this year, Kim’s Convenience is transferring to Riverside Studios...
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Riverside Studios, 101 Queen Caroline Street, London W6 9BN
Today to Sat 26 Oct
Thursday 3 October - Sunday 6 October
Recommended for ages 8-12
Armed with just a suitcase, NIE’s ensemble of actor/musicians tell this big, famous...
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Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon, London SW19 1SB
Today
The Award-Winning, critically acclaimed comedy Past Tents is concluding its 2023/2024 tour at the Golden Goose Theatre in Camberwell this Autumn...
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Golden Goose Theatre, 146 Camberwell New Road, London SE5 0RR
Today to Sat 12 Oct
If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can!
Your local Wanstead (Woodford) choir is run by vocal teacher Nicola Cain...
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Wanstead High School, Redbridge Lane West, Wanstead (Woodford) E11 2JZ
Mon 7 Oct, Mon 21 Oct, Mon 18 Nov
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You’re invited to a time of tasty food, great conversation and talks that make you think...
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Trinity Baptist Church, 5 - 9 Peall Road, Croydon CR0 3EX
Mon 7 Oct, Mon 14 Oct, Mon 21 Oct, Mon 28 Oct
The acclaimed musical clowns Släpstick are bringing their hit show Släpstick: Schërzo to London for the first time...
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1 Graces Alley, London E1 8JB
Mon 7 Oct, Sat 12 Oct
?? Hey There, RollaDome Alumni,
We’ve missed you on the skating rink! Are you ready to put those skates back on?...
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Acton Gardens Community Center, Unit A, Munster Court, Bollo Bridge Rd W3 8UU
Mon 7 Oct, Mon 14 Oct, and more dates until Mon 18 Nov
This is a ten week introductory course into the Art of Botanical Illustration . The course covers graphic skills ie...
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The Lewisham Arthouse,
140 Lewisham Way
New Cross, London SE14 6PD
Mon 7 Oct, Mon 14 Oct, and more dates until Mon 18 Nov
through the teaching of Bruno Groening - Medically Documented
Through the absorption of the divine power, many people are experiencing the healing...
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Quaker Meeting House
2 Lawn Terrace
Blackheath SE3 9LL
Mon 7 Oct, Mon 28 Oct
Venetia Nevill creates multi-sensory and interactive installations that act as a pathway to healing through a reconnection with nature...
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The Bhavan, 4a Castletown Road, London W14 9HE
Mon 7 Oct to Wed 9 Oct
Samia Rida writes and stars in a deeply personal yet darkly comic look based on the true local story of her kidnap to Saudi Arabia as a child by her...
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Tabard Theatre, 2 Bath Road, Chiswick W4 1LW
Mon 7 Oct and Tue 8 Oct
Polyphony’s inspirational conductor Stephen Layton has chosen a programme of the best of English choral music by Stanford, Parry, Finzi, Vaughan...
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Smith Square Hall SW1P 3HA
Mon 7 Oct
This club is based around skaters of all abilities, encouraging staying fit and keeping active. Terms run weekly for 13 weeks on Tuesdays...
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Harrow High School, Gayton Road, Harrow , UK HA1 2JG
Tue 8 Oct, Tue 15 Oct, Tue 22 Oct, Tue 29 Oct, Tue 5 Nov
Flock follows two siblings growing up in care whilst navigating early adulthood; Robbie wants nothing more than to be a grown up and live with his...
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Soho Theatre, 21 Dean Street, London W1D 3NE
Tue 8 Oct to Sat 12 Oct, Tue 15 Oct to Sat 19 Oct, Tue 22 Oct to Sat 26 Oct, Tue 29 Oct to Sat 2 Nov
Risking everything for a forbidden love
Darcy has loved Bingley since they were boys. At first through the innocent lens of childhood, but now the.....
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Union Theatre, Old Union Arches, 229 Union Street. SE1 0LR
Tue 8 Oct, Wed 9 Oct, Fri 11 Oct, and more dates until Sat 2 Nov
Showcasing the best of the UK comedy scene, with plenty of familiar faces and fast rising future stars, it will be a night you won’t want to miss...
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the Albany
Douglas Way
London SE8 4AG
Tue 8 Oct
Clockschool Theatre presents The Elephant In The Room. A play by Peter Hamilton
On a tour of India, a young Englishman named Ashley Davenport.....
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Waterloo East Theatre
Brad Street London SE1 8TN
Tue 8 Oct to Sun 13 Oct, Tue 15 Oct to Sun 20 Oct, Tue 22 Oct to Sun 27 Oct
'CRYPTIC 42', a solo show by David Begbie, is organised by Cris Contini Contemporary and curated by Pasquale Lettieri and Sandra Sanson...
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The Crypt Gallery
St Pancras New Church 165, Euston Rd London
(Entrance via Duke’s Road) NW1 2BA
Tue 8 Oct to Wed 16 Oct
Do you want to join a choir near you?
The local Chingford choir is run by singing teacher Sally Creedon...
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Chingford United Reformed Church, 2b Buxton Road, Chingford E4 7DP
Tue 8 Oct, Tue 22 Oct, Tue 5 Nov, Tue 12 Nov
The chase is on! Can Jack lead his team to victory?
Former professional cricketer Jack gives his team talk, but as wickets fall like a ticking.....
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Tabard Theatre, 2 Bath Rd, London, England , United Kingdom W4 1LW
Wed 9 Oct to Sat 12 Oct, Wed 16 Oct to Sat 19 Oct
Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'?
The Golders Green Rock Choir is led by London based musician and.....
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Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Michael, Golders Green Road, Golders Green NW11 8HL
Wed 9 Oct
Working in partnership with the Estate of Lancelot Ribeiro (1933, Bombay/Mumbai, India – 2010, London, England), this exhibition focuses on Ribeiro’s...
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108A Boundary Road, St John’s Wood, London NW8 ORH NW8ORH
Wed 9 Oct, Fri 11 Oct, Wed 16 Oct, and more dates until Fri 15 Nov
Do you want to find a choir near you?
Your local Wimbledon choir is run by vocal coach Rebecca Rowe...
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St. Mark’s Church, St. Marks Place, Wimbledon SW19 7ND
Wed 9 Oct, Wed 16 Oct, Wed 13 Nov, Wed 20 Nov
This is a ten week course in the practice in photography covers practical skills, and the theory that underlines the practice.
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The Lewisham Arthouse,
140 Lewisham Way
New Cross, London SE14 6PD
Wed 9 Oct, Wed 16 Oct, and more dates until Wed 20 Nov
Ruby Hotels has launched Provocateur Parley, a series of events at its London hotels exploring a range of subjects covering sex, identity, mental...
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Ruby Zoe Hotel, 146-164 Notting Hill Gate W11 3QG
Wed 9 Oct
If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can!
The local Chiswick choir is run by London based musician Katy Seath...
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Hogarth Community Centre, Duke Road, Chiswick W4 2JR
Thu 10 Oct, Thu 24 Oct, Thu 14 Nov, Thu 21 Nov, Thu 28 Nov
Join Our Fun and Relaxing Adult Ballet Classes! ??
Why let the kids have all the fun? Experience the joy of ballet in a welcoming, relaxed.....
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Nix Academy, 1 Normansfield Ave, Kingston upon Thames, Teddington TW11 9RP
Thu 10 Oct, Thu 5 Dec
The UK’s leading textile art, craft and design event, The Knitting & Stitching Show, returns to London’s iconic Alexandra Palace from Thursday 10 –...
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Alexandra Palace, Alexandra Palace Way, London N22 7AY
Thu 10 Oct to Sun 13 Oct
The Other Art Fair invites art lovers, collectors, and the curious to join in the celebration of its 100th edition with 200 artists showcasing their...
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85 Brick Ln, London E1 6QR E1 6QL
Thu 10 Oct to Sun 13 Oct
Cor Blimey, Guv’nor, it’s a good old fashioned East-End knees up!
Fancy a change from nursery rhymes?...
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Balham | Balham Baptist Church
21 Ramsden Road, London SW12 8QX
Thu 10 Oct
Are you looking to join a choir?
The Blackheath Rock Choir is led by vocal teacher Michael Fricker...
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St Michael and All Angels, 1 Pond Road, Blackheath SE3 9JL
Thu 10 Oct, Thu 17 Oct, Thu 24 Oct, Thu 7 Nov
For the second season in a row, Livat Hammersmith’s popular community garden project returns to Ashcroft Square n the rooftop of Livat Hammersmith...
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Livat Hammersmith, King St, London W6 9HW
Thu 10 Oct, Sat 12 Oct
Playful, beautiful and highly skilled, Natalie Inside Out is a unique collaboration between world-class hand-balancer Natalie Reckert and digital...
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Jacksons Lane
269a Archway Road
London N6 5AA
Fri 11 Oct
The UK’s number one Spanish wine brand* Campo Viejo, is handing over the creative keys of its latest pop-up to consumers as part of one of the UK’s...
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The Stables, 40 Earlham Street WC2H 9LH
Fri 11 Oct to Sun 13 Oct
Celebrate the end of the week with a pre-dinner (6.30pm) or post-dinner (9pm) performance of Chopin, complete with a complimentary champagne.....
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1901 Arts Club, London SE1 8UE
Fri 11 Oct
Celebrate the end of the week with a pre-dinner (6.30pm) or post-dinner (9pm) performance of Chopin, complete with a complimentary champagne.....
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1901 Arts Club, London SE1 8UE
Fri 11 Oct
6 September - 20 December (Fri only)
This month, come and join our forest school-inspired Friday Froglets sessions with your children...
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WWT London Wetland Centre, Queen Elizabeth Walk, Barnes SW13 9WT
Fri 11 Oct, Fri 18 Oct, and more dates until Fri 22 Nov
through the teaching of Bruno Groening - medically documented.
Through the absorption of the divine power, many people are experiencing the.....
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The Friends Meeting House
17 Woodville Road
Ealing W5 2SE
Fri 11 Oct, Fri 1 Nov, Fri 22 Nov
?? Roll into Fun & Fitness with RollaDome’s Roller-Skating Club! ??
Hey Skate Enthusiasts! Looking for a fun, fit, and friendly atmosphere to.....
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Elthorne Sports Centre, Off Westlea Rd, Boston Rd, London , UK W7 2AD
Fri 11 Oct, Fri 18 Oct, Fri 25 Oct, Fri 1 Nov, Fri 8 Nov
Join us for a secret selection of independent films from all genres featuring Q&As with the filmmakers!...
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The British Museum, Great Russell Street, London WC1B 3DG
Fri 11 Oct
Join us for a night of tension, thrills and scares featuring independent films, Q&As with the filmmakers and a sparkling awards ceremony!...
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The British Museum, Great Russell Street, London WC1B 3DG
Sat 12 Oct
A workshop to engage, ignite and facilitate reclamation of your 'Kreative Spirit'.
Attendees will be invited to pick a preprepared.....
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54 The Gallery
54 Shepherd Market, Mayfair.
London W1J 7QX
Sat 12 Oct
An engaging tale of love and acceptance
Feeling different, teased by his friends and not accepted by his family, the Ugly Duckling is sad and...
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Lyric Theatre
Lyric Square W6 0QL
Sat 12 Oct
The world’s greatest festival of ideas and discoveries is returning to London! New Scientist Live will take place on Saturday 12th October to Sunday.....
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1 Western Gateway, London E16 1XL
Sat 12 Oct and Sun 13 Oct
Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the teaching of Bruno Groening - medically documented...
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Latvian House,
(First Floor)
72 Queensborough Terrace W2 3SH
Sat 12 Oct, Sat 9 Nov
“Tip-top show tunes that worm their way into ears of all ages” - Time Out London
“Absolutely brilliant...
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Mycenae House, 90 Mycenae Road, London SE3 7SE
Sat 12 Oct
The Story of Britain’s Black Nurses – An Afternoon with Kandace Chimbiri and Special Mary Seacole Performance
Join the Florence Nightingale Museum...
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2 Lambeth Palace Rd, London SE1 7EP
Sat 12 Oct
Friday 11 October - Sunday 20 October
Recommended for ages 5-8
Join Luna and her Dad for an adventure among the library shelves in this exciting...
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Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon, London SW19 1SB
Sat 12 Oct, Sun 13 Oct, Sat 19 Oct, Sun 20 Oct
If you are wanting to find a choir you'll find just what you were looking for with us in the Rock Choir...
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St Andrew’s Church, Short Street, SE1 8LJ
Sat 12 Oct, Sat 30 Nov
The Story of Britain’s Black Nurses with Author Kandace Chimbiri
Join the Florence Nightingale Museum After Hours and Meet Beloved Author, Kandace...
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2 Lambeth Palace Rd, London SE1 7EP
Sat 12 Oct
Thursday 10 October - Sunday 13 October
Recommended for ages 4-8
6-year-old Manny is bursting with excitement at the thought of preparing a welcome...
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Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon, London SW19 1SB
Sat 12 Oct and Sun 13 Oct
Art, craft and design fair featuring working artists and artisan crafts. Art, paintings, drawings, gifts, jewellery, buttons, bead/craft supplies,.....
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Churchill Room, Wanstead Library, corner of Spratt Hall Road & Woodbine Place, Wanstead E11 2RQ
Sat 12 Oct
Hey Skaters, ready to carve out some new adventures? Whether you’re a total newbie looking to learn or a seasoned skater itching to level up, we’ve.....
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Brentside High School, Greenford Ave, London , UK W7 1JJ
Sat 12 Oct, Sat 19 Oct, Sat 26 Oct, Sat 2 Nov, Sat 9 Nov
Opal Flutes presents a musical celebration of all things feline! Including music from The Lion King, The Pink Panther and Cats, and also celebrating.....
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Balham Baptist Church, 21 Ramsden Road, Balham SW12 8QX
Sat 12 Oct
This brand-new show has been designed with children and families in mind and is the perfect way to introduce your kids to live pop music, with the...
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Cadogan Hall 5 Sloane Terrace SW1X 9DQ
Sun 13 Oct
M6 Theatre presents A Tiger's Tale, a fantastical production by award-winning playwright Mike Kenny...
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Jacksons Lane
269a Archway Road
London N6 5AA
Sun 13 Oct
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
Experience the best in soap bubble entertainment.
Join Ray, International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record.....
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Tabard Theatre, 2 Bath Road, Chiswick W4 1LW
Sun 13 Oct
Ignite the senses at ‘Tonic’ for the best in live Jazz, Soul and Funk served up by the ‘Jazz - Soul - Funk Collective’ (JSFC)...
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CLF Art Lounge, 4A to 12A Station Way
London SE15 4RX
Sun 13 Oct, Sun 10 Nov
This one-night-only event tells the story of Marcus Decker. The brave climate defender who climbed the QE2 Bridge to demand our government halt new.....
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The Cockpit, Gateforth Street NW8 8EH
Sun 13 Oct
“Tip-top show tunes that worm their way into ears of all ages” - Time Out London
“Absolutely brilliant...
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Southgate | Chickenshed Theatre
Chase Side, Southgate, London N14 4PE
Sun 13 Oct
Kensington Symphony Orchestra begins its 2024/25 season at Smith Square Hall on Monday 14
October, when conductor Russell Keable leads the group in...
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Smith Square Hall
London SW1P 3HA
Mon 14 Oct
Inspired by Gruoch, the real Lady Macbeth, Lady Macbeth Uncut reinterprets Shakespeare’s ‘fiend-like queen’...
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153 Old Brompton Road SW5 0LJ
Tue 15 Oct to Sat 26 Oct
If you are wanting to join a choir you'll find a warm welcome with us in the Rock Choir.
The Eltham Rock Choir is led by local singing.....
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Footscray Rugby, Sports & Athletics Club, 239a - 241 Footscray Road, Eltham SE9 2EL
Tue 15 Oct, Tue 22 Oct, Tue 5 Nov
Fearlessly funny, gorgeously unhinged and imaginative...”
- Funny Women
Bex Turner
BEXUAL HEALING
It’s a pun, although some of the characters.....
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The Pen Theatre
Unit 22
The Penarth Centre
London SE15 1TR
Wed 16 Oct
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...
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Jawbone Brewing
Unit C
1 Strawberry Vale TW1 4RY
Wed 16 Oct
An exhibition focusing on the period following the peaceful reunification of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 1932 by Abdulaziz Ibn Saud following a...
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The Royal Geographical Society (with IBG), entrance on Exhibition Road, 1 Kensington Gore, London SW7 2AR
Wed 16 Oct to Sun 10 Nov
The journey to securing representation can often feel overwhelming, with questions ranging from ‘How will I find the right gallery or agent?...
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online WD6 1NL
Wed 16 Oct
Come and join us for a creative and artistic workshop looking at nature photography as art!
Embracing the shifting seasons, we experiment with.....
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WWT London Wetland Centre, Queen Elizabeth Walk, Barnes SW13 9WT
Thu 17 Oct
Livat Hammersmith is thrilled to announce its very own Sleep Mode event taking place just before the clocks change this October...
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Livat Hammersmith W6 9HW
Thu 17 Oct to Sat 26 Oct
Enjoy this outstanding piano recital, bought to you by City Music Promotions with leading concert pianist, Christina Lawrie...
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St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES
Thu 17 Oct
Do you like non-fiction books (or perhaps exclusively read non-fiction like me?) but don't like typical self-help, business or pop sci books.....
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Castano Lounge, 14 High St, London W5 5DB
Thu 17 Oct
Ophthalmology is a medical specialty dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of diseases and disorders related to the eyes and visual...
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LONDON UK SL4 5SF
Thu 17 Oct and Fri 18 Oct
Following a sell-out run, four of Shakespeare’s (in)famous characters are back for a national tour, ready to tell their side of the story...
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Bernie Grants Arts Centre, Town Hall Approach Rd, Tottenham Green, London N15 4RX
Fri 18 Oct and Sat 19 Oct
Bertie escapes the chaos of the world to a derelict cottage in the woods, hoping love will find him first...
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Jacksons Lane
269a Archway Road
London N6 5AA
Fri 18 Oct
Hosted by multi-award-winning member of the Magic Circle Oliver Tabor, West End Magic presents a mystical line-up of phenomenal acts selected from...
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Leicester Square Theatre, 6 Leicester Place, London WC2H 7BX
Sat 19 Oct
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's master piece The Four Seasons and other outstanding works in the...
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St Mary Le Strand WC2R 1ES
Sat 19 Oct
19-20 October 2024
Conference | Exhibition | Shopping | Nasheeds | Food Court | Kids Zone | Sports Zone
The wait is over!...
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ExCeL London, Prince Regent DLR, East entrance E16 1XL
Sat 19 Oct and Sun 20 Oct
After a sold-out debut, Queer Euphoria returns this autumn with even more excitement. Curated by Associate Artist Zaki Musa, this showcase celebrates.....
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Jacksons Lane
269a Archway Road
London N6 5AA
Sat 19 Oct
New London Singers present Dona Nobis Pacem, a captivating choral concert exploring a reflexion between conflict and peace...
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St Gabriel’s Pimlico
Warwick Square SW1V 2AD
Sat 19 Oct
Welcome to the SI-UK UK University Fair for International Students in the UK! Join us at the Royal Lancaster London for an exciting event tailored.....
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Royal Lancaster London W2 2TY
Sat 19 Oct
Saturday 19 October - Sunday 24 November.
Recommended for ages 6-18 months
A playful discovery of shapes, sounds and textures...
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Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon, London SW19 1SB
Sat 19 Oct, Sun 20 Oct, Wed 23 Oct, and more dates until Sun 24 Nov
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's master piece The Four Seasons and other outstanding works in the...
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St Mary Le Strand WC2R 1ES
Sat 19 Oct
Open for the NGS for over 40 yrs, the 35 acre Beale Arboretum consists of over 800 varieties of trees and shrubs inc National Collections of hornbeam...
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West Lodge Park, Hadley Wood EN4 0PY
Sun 20 Oct
Mozart: Mass in C Minor and Clarinet Concerto
Sunday 20 October 2024, 4.00pm
Cadogan Hall, London, SW1X 9DQ
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Clarinet.....
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Cadogan Hall, London SW1W 9DQ
Sun 20 Oct
Japanese landscaped garden originally part of Coombe Wood Nursery, planted by the Veitch family in the 1860s...
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The Watergardens, Kingston-upon-Thames KT2 7LF
Sun 20 Oct
Join Ray, International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder, on his quest to complete the bubble game and create the ultimate bubble...
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Jacksons Lane
269a Archway Road
London N6 5AA
Sun 20 Oct
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!
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