| October 23, 2009 | to | April 11, 2010 |
The winning and commended images from the 2009 competition are now on show in a stunning new exhibition space at the Natural History Museum.
| November 5, 2009 | to | February 14, 2010 |
The Taylor Wessing Photographic Portrait Prize 2009 presents the very best in contemporary portrait photography, showcasing the work of some of the most talented emerging young photographers , alongside that of established professionals, photography students and gifted amateurs.
A dramatic ground floor bar, a fine dining mezzanine restaurant, stunning private dining room and a vaulted cocktail lounge bar. The two bars can each hold 150 standing, the restaurant seats 50, and the dining room seats 20.
A perfectly unique Christmas party venue in London, transformed to create the “A Night In The Stars” theme, complementing the venue’s unique 360-degree views from its location in the skies of London.
http://www.altitudelondon.com/html_site/christmas_at_altitude360.php
The private dining room is a self contained space with its own music system and can accommodate 30 seated. Main restaurant seats up to 100 people and the amber bar accommodates 50 seated. Set Christmas menu.
http://www.balticrestaurant.co.uk/
Bam-Bou has a range of private dining rooms perfect for Christmas lunches or dinners. These range from the cosy and discreet Chef’s Room for up to nine guests to the First Floor Dining Room which seats up to 30.
A Winter’s Tale-themed Christmas, guests will be welcomed to the Brewery by the mischievous storybook characters and frosty cocktails.
http://www.thebrewery.co.uk/events/offers/01/
Ideal either as a venue for a gathering with friends and family for a celebratory Christmas drink or for an office party. Christmas party menu available.
http://www.browns-restaurants.co.uk/christmas.php
A unique facility in tranquil surroundings, combined with high levels of service and a genuine commitment to ensure a successful event. A wide variety of rooms appropriate for all numbers.
http://www.churchhouseconf.co.uk/christmas/index.shtml
Cinnamon Kitchen offers evolved Modern Indian cuisine in a relaxed setting in the heart of the City of London. Set Christmas menu.
http://www.cinnamon-kitchen.com/
London’s most historical restaurant. Exclusive parties, dinners, luncheons with irresistible food, exemplary service. Bookings from 11 up to 250 guests.
http://www.criterionrestaurant.com/news.html
Exuding old fashioned charm, with glided mirrors, stylish banquets and antique furniture, and accommodating up to 70 people, it is perfect space for hosting a Christmas event.
http://www.defectors-weld.com/
Leading restaurant on the Southbank popular amongst the business and artistic community alike. The gallery offers an inspiring setting with large windows, wooden floors, widely spaced tables and white walls covered with striking artwork. Set Christmas menu.
http://www.thedelfina.co.uk/restaurant.php
Futuristic and diverse, this is an ideal party space for a whole spectrum of events, cocktail receptions, themed parties or dinners. The sky’s the limit.
http://www.nhm.ac.uk/business-centre/exclusive-events/hire-spaces/earth-galleries/index.html
Waterfront location available for hire for private parties and corporate events. The restaurant can cater for both formal seated dinners and informal drinks receptions.
Black Diamond-themed parties set in a converted Victorian school close to the Barbican centre.
http://www.tasteofthevine.co.uk/venues-Errol-Street-EC1.htm
Sitting at the top of the Gherkin, 40|30 provides an iconic entertaining experience under its glass dome, 180 metres above London. A sublime two-level private restaurant which can be hired for memorable events, dinners or drinks receptions and five exclusive Private Dining Rooms.
http://www.searcys.co.uk/4030thegherkin
A striking, distinctly contemporary venue, centrally located on one of the oldest streets in London. Three stunning, perfectly proportioned rooms distributed between three floors provide a charming mix of very different styles.
http://www.foundershall.co.uk/
An alternative Christmas offering with the true essence of Argentine life and culture.
http://www.gauchorestaurants.co.uk/
A highly sought after beautiful and versatile venue with an exclusive atmosphere.
http://www.haberdashershall.co.uk/
HAC has designed party packages for the Prince Consort Rooms which aim to capture the essence of Christmas; based on the traditional but with contemporary twists. Flaming torches, twinkling fairy lights, “snow” , a reception of warm winter pimms in the contemporary “ice” bar, a dining area warmly lit with moving lighting effects, delicious food and drink and a DJ.
http://www.hac.org.uk/html/corporate-private-events-venue/corporate-events/christmas-2009/
One of the most unique party venues in London in the style and luxury of a top hotel in London. The view from the boat shows some of London’s most spectacular landmarks up and down the Thames including The London Eye, St Paul’s Cathedral and the Tate Modern.
http://www.hmspresident.com/party-venue.html
Whether you want to book an area of the pub, reserve a table, or hire the upstairs room all are perfect for sit down festive dinners or buffets.
http://www.theislandqueenislington.co.uk/
LSO St Luke’s is a beautiful unique venue with a party package designed especially for the main event space, the Jerwood Hall.
http://lso.co.uk/banquetingevents
This Mayfair townhouse offers original event spaces for Christmas with a set menu.
http://www.themeredithgroup.co.uk/Only/theOnly.asp
The whole venue will be tastefully decorated for the festive season and some of the smaller function rooms and contemporary spaces are perfect for cocktail parties or more intimate dinners.
http://www.onemoorgateplace.com/
Following a total renovation in 2004, Plaisterers’ Hall is now the pre-eminent City venue.
http://www.plaisterershall.com/
The Banqueting Hall is an impressive room in which to hold a lunch or dinner from twenty to one hundred and fifty guests or a reception for up to two hundred and fifty.
http://www.ironhall.co.uk/hall/banqueting_hall.htm
‘Christmas Under the Star of Canary Wharf’ – The East Wintergarden is a stunning events venue in the heart of Canary Wharf. The spectacular glass covered atrium, is a unique space boasting a light and elegant atmosphere.
http://www.eastwintergarden.com/about.html
Upon entering an enchanting Victorian Christmas themed room, guests will be welcomed with a glass of mulled wine whilst being entertained by carol singers. During the meal diners can enjoy an actor playing a Victorian pickpocket or a traditionally dressed Father Christmas delivering presents.
http://london.langhamhotels.co.uk/en/meetings/christmas_parties_london.htm
Fantastic views on private capsules, chilled Champagne, tasty canapés and other seasonal delights, such as Mulled wine and mince pies, Winter Pimms and chocolate truffles and new for 2009 our Christmas brunch package including Stollen and Cranberry Muffins. Champagne Flights or Mulled Wine Flights for those celebrating in smaller groups or as a couple.
http://www.londoneye.com/SpecialOccasions/Christmas/Default.aspx
Guests eat indoors amidst charming authentic Moroccan artworks. Lunch and dinner menus are inspired by the tastes, recipes and flavours from the cuisines of Morocco, Lebanon and the Mediterranean.
http://www.mamounialounge.com/html_pages/01_Home.html
A unique, gastronomic experience with Nahm’s Michelin-starred Thai cuisine. The atmospheric private dining room can cater up to 30 guests. Alternatively, Nahm’s main restaurant can be exclusively hired for up to 60 guests. Festive packages are available.
http://www.halkin.como.bz/eat-and-drink/nahm/nahm-offers
Traditional and stylish, a spectacular venue for your Christmas celebrations in a privileged West End location. The historic character of this prestigious Grade 1 listed building lends timeless elegance and grandeur to your seasonal festivities.
http://www.116pallmall.com/conferences_and_events/christmas/
One of the largest and most remarkable houses in London: a rare and exquisite example of a magnificent eighteenth century residence.
http://www.33portlandplace.com/
Fabulous food, excellent service and a great atmosphere.
http://www.sportsbarandgrill.co.uk/events.cfm
Four menus to choose from, all centred by a vital beast or fish. Circulate the menus among your group or diners and select the menu that suits the majority taste, vegetarian guests will be catered for seperately.
http://www.stjohnbreadandwine.com/christmas/
Whether looking for Christmas lunch or Christmas dinner, the menu takes a modern twist on traditional.
http://www.tuttons.com/coventgarden/restaurant/christmas.asp
The Vinopolis Christmas Tour or shared Christmas Lunch packages provide the opportunity to learn a little more about wines for the festive season. Enjoy a drinks reception with the option of canapés followed by a delicious 3 course sit down meal/ bowl food or fork buffet complete with a DJ in the recreation of the Lost Kingdom of Atlantis, featuring dramatic Grecian theming, lighting and gladiator entertainment, or for smaller groups indulge in Wine Tasting and Tapas.
A dyamic, young and funky company created to inspire and rejuvinate the world of events.
http://www.blondeproductions.co.uk/
Venues will sparkle and shine with an ‘All That Glitters’ theme. The stunning candelabra and jewel adorned centre pieces will compliment the crisp white line, fine white china and silver cutlery. With an array of London’s most exclusive venues available seating from 40 – 500.
A wide selection of Christmas party venues and event packages including modern, stylish, highly themed events, or more traditional, simple packages .
http://www.christmasparties-london.co.uk/
Leading live event management company providing bespoke Christmas parties.
http://www.europeanevents.co.uk/index-2.asp
With the addition of several new venues for 2009, the Premier Collection offers the widest range of stunning individual settings to date.
An event management company that caters specifically for the corporate market, providing a comprehensive event management service from initial concept through to successful completion. With many companies not able to be seen holding large-scale bashes this year, Inneventive has come up with a party concept that brings the party to your door. Able to transform car parks, canteens , offices, anywhere in London.
http://www.inneventive.co.uk/christmas_party_uk.asp
Fantastic, fun filled and superbly organised party packages to suit all requirements. The venues are unique, centrally located in London and provide an amazing spec for holding a memorable Christmas party.
http://www.thelotusfoodcompany.com/
Delivering memorable visitor experiences via iconic attraction brands.
http://www.merlinentertainments.biz/en/homepage.aspx
An event management company and a party planning resource – designed to help you organise your event in whole, or in part.
Organised events ranging from an exclusive dinner party for 6 people to an outdoor extravaganza for 10,000 people. With over 20 year’s experience in the entertainment industry.
http://www.uptownevents.co.uk/
With over 25 years experience Twizzle Parties has built up an enviable reputation providing first-class entertainment and management of events for Children’s parties.
One of London’s leading corporate Christmas party organisers, who design and operate parties with a team of 20 real people working all year to ensure that your company Christmas party exceeds expectations.
http://www.the-ultimate.co.uk/
Organising successful London Christmas parties for over ten years.
A line up of seasonal events including candlelit carols.
http://www.royalalberthall.com/tickets/christmas/series.aspx#panel_events
St Pauls Cathedral hosts a series of special concerts during December including a Christmas carol world record attempt..
http://www.stpauls.co.uk/News-Press/Latest-News/Celebrate-Christmas-at-St-Pauls
The sixth annual Asthma UK Carol Service takes place in the beautiful surroundings of St Luke’s Church. Readings from special guests including Patricia Hodge, Caroline Langrishe, Simon Russell-Beale and Janet Ellis and after the service guests are welcome to enjoy a glass of mulled wine. Carols will be sung by the Boys’ Choir of Westminster Under School, conducted by Jeremy Walker.
http://www.asthma.org.uk/what_you_can_do/special_events/christmas_carol_serv.html
The City of London Choir along with young musician, Tunde Jegede, who will perform on the kora, an instrument originating from West Africa. George Alagiah, presenter of the BBC Six O’Clock News and Christine Keates of NASUWT will be giving readings. The concert, sponsored by NASUWT, will raise funds to support VSO’s education work around the world.
http://www.stmartin-in-the-fields.org/jserv/concertsview.jspid=2466&command=concert
One of the most famous services in the world, taking place at the base of the Christmas Tree in Trafalgar Square. Trafalgar Square will be home to a free season of carol services throughout December from a selection of choirs going through all the classics.
http://www.london.gov.uk/trafalgarsquare/events/xmas_carols.jsp
Carols from around the world from the English Baroque Choir singers.
http://www.horniman.ac.uk/events/concerts.php
Singing by candlelight at the community Canary Wharf Carols & Candles Service. The choir is made up of members from tenants on the estate – HSBC, FSA and Morgan Stanley. Mince pies and wine.
http://www.mycanarywharf.com/whats-on/details.php?monthNum=12&year=2009
Messiah (Handel) Part 1 and Christmas Carols by Candlelight
The Dulwich Choral Society will perform at St Stephen’s Church.
The 29th race will take place in Covent Garden Market. The event is organised by CRAC on behalf of Cancer Research UK and supported by Matthew Walker and Covent Garden Market. A fun day out is guaranteed with entertainment and guest celebrities and people in fancy dress racing around a course with Christmas puddings balanced on spoons.
http://www.xmaspuddingrace.org.uk/
http://www.claridges.co.uk/page.aspx?id=6996
http://www.fortnumandmason.com/Puddings-Butters,1235.aspx
http://www.harrods.com/HarrodsStore/find/k/christmas+pudding
http://shop.harveynichols.com/
http://www.lafromagerie.co.uk/
Free range Bronze turkeys and geese. Meat is of the highest quality, from happy and healthy animals.
Devon pure bronze or Attenborough whites turkeys raised in Sussex under exacting RSPCA welfare conditions. Meat and poultry is prepared to a very high standard in both English and French cuts. The butchers can offer the best advice on seasonal highlights and the quality of specific products, to help customers to choose.
http://www.thebutcherandgrill.com/
Free range animals, are raised on the Yorkshire Moors. The only company which covers the whole process from the animal in the field, to the cut of meat in the butchers. Free range turkeys – broad breasted, bronzed and free range geese.
http://www.thegingerpig.co.uk/
Supplying the finest quality meat and produce in a friendly, knowledgeable and helpful environment for over 35 years buying from small specialist farmers who raise free-range, organically-fed animals in the traditional way.
http://www.hgwalter.com/overview.html
Free range turkeys from the Copas company in Berkshire. Full selection of English poultry – Chicken, free-range Ducks and Geese. Also Guinea Fowl, Poussin, Quail & corn-fed Chicken.
http://www.husseyswappinglane.co.uk/
Kent & Sons are an old established family butchers who have been supplying the finest free range and organic meats and poultry in London since 1919. Free range geese and fresh and organic turkeys from Pembrokeshire.
http://www.kents-butchers.co.uk/
Free Range Geese and Bronze Turkeys.
Bronze Turkeys & Geese – all birds are free-range housed in small flocks, with access to open paddocks and pastures, and are raised on a natural cereal-based diet, free of additives.
Free range Bronzes from Bramble, Kelly and Copas Farms at this high quality butcher in Chiswick.
Copas Bronze turkeys and free range geese. Bevan’s Butchers has gained and fully earned its local, regional and national reputation as one of the top butcher’s shops in the whole country. Highest quality meat products sourced from the best UK farmers who truly care about the animals they raise.
http://www.bevansbutchers.com/
Turkeys and geese have been reared on Sheepdrove’s own farm in Berkshire. An excellent butcher mainly selling the meat produced on the farm.
Free Range Turkeys and Geese (to order).
Serving waffles, sweet cakes, crepes, lebkuchen from Nuremberg, printen from Aachen and stollen from Dresden.
http://www.kingston.gov.uk/browse/leisure/whats_on/xmas.htm
Sip a warming glühwein (German mulled wine), enjoy a famous German Bratwurst, roasted nuts, gingerbread hearts, and many other delicious treats.
http://www.southbankcentre.co.uk/find/tickets/cologne-christmas-market-1000004
Classics including gingerbread, suckling pig in a roll, white sausage, pork with fried potatoes and sauerkraut.
http://www.hydeparkwinterwonderland.com/food.html
London’s oldest food market, you can get everything you need for Christmas – Turkey, organic vegetables, Christmas puddings, free range eggs and dairy products, including speciality cheeses, festive fruits and vegetables, beers and cider, meat, flowers and honey, with weekly carol performances creating a festive atmosphere.
http://www.boroughmarket.org.uk/
St John Ambulance has organised a festive charity fair in Smithfield Market. On sale will be meat, poultry, cheese, pies, mulled wine, minced-pies, freshly baked cakes, Christmas puddings and other delicatessen goods.
Smelling of incense, spices and baking, a feast of fresh food including smoked salmon, Turkish delight, traditional pork chipolata, fruit Christmas cakes, native oysters, fudge and cakes, homemade sausages, cheeses and hot spicy drinks flavoured with apple, ginger and cinnamon.
http://www.greenwichwhs.org.uk/events/december.asp#greenwichmarket
Everything festive from roasted chestnuts, warm mulled wine, hand-made chocolates, freshly baked gingerbread men, luxury mince pies, deluxe Christmas cakes, award-winning stilton and fresh oysters
http://www.coventgardenlife.com/events/events_covent_garden.htm
40 specially selected traders selling a selection of delicacies including game pies, biodynamic vegetables, Christmas puddings, cheeses, Christmas canapes, organic heritage turkey, spit roast pork with apple sauce and hot spicy cider.
http://www.southbankcentre.co.uk/find/tickets/christmas-slow-food-market-1000005
Selling fresh, quality produce, free-range turkeys, chicken and geese direct from the farms that rear them, organic meats, celeriac, parsnips and carrots, all fresh from the growers. Freshly baked mince pies, stollen bread and Christmas hampers.
Turkeys, hams and geese (to order), as well as chestnuts, sprouts, organic wines and liqueurs from Kent, oyster mushrooms, chutney, chocolate, Christmas cakes and mince pies.
Christmas trees of up to 5 metres are available. Artificial trees, swags, garlands and topiary can also be supplied.
http://london.londinium.com/99466
Christmas trees, wreaths, table decorations, gourmet food and candles.
http://london.londinium.com/37790
Get in the Christmas spirit with carols and apple juice from this season’s pressings. Trees, wreaths and holly will be on sale.
http://london.londinium.com/37846
The Christmas Forest is based at 7 farm-style sites around North, West and South London. As well as trees, there are stands, lights, wreaths, mistletoe and firewood.
http://london.londinium.com/99469
Christmas Trees will be sold at the London Wetland Centre Car Park this year. The Christmas trees come from eco-friendly sustainable sources. Species sold are Noble Fir and Nordmann Fir and range between 3.5 to 10 ft. £1 per tree sold is donated to the London Wetland Centre.
http://london.londinium.com/99468
Needlefast (TM) Nordman Fir trees supplied by English Estates start at £25, with 25 per cent of each sale going to Belleville Primary School.
http://london.londinium.com/99465
Fresh cut to order Nordmann Fir, Norway Spruce and Potted Fraser Fir from a farm in the highlands these trees are grown in a sustainable, environmentally friendly way.
http://london.londinium.com/99467
Beautiful non-drop and traditional real Christmas trees to order online, grown in the heart of the Kent countryside using sustainable growing practices. Polite and punctual drivers can deliver to London and the Home counties – simply place your order securely online and a member of staff will contact you to arrange a suitable delivery time.
http://london.londinium.com/99470
The annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony will take place this year on 3 December at Trafalgar Square followed by a season of carol singing. The tree is a gift to the people of London from Norway, which has been given by the Norwegian capital Oslo as a token of gratitude for Britain’s support during World War II. The tree will remain in Trafalgar Square until 5 January 2010, after which it will be recycled.
| November 24, 2009 | to | January 3, 2010 |
The best in contemporary jewellery design, perfect for Christmas gifts. Also this year for the first time, original prints by three Scottish printmakers – Anne Forte, Laurie Hastings and Gayle Robinson all members of Edinburgh Printmakers. All works will be for sale framed and unframed.
http://london.londinium.com/99447
Junior League of London event, with shopping fair and silent auction.
http://london.londinium.com/99448
London’s Finnish Church hosts an annual Christmas Fair every November. Meet Father Christmas, buy cards, gifts and traditional Finnish Christmas food: rye bread, cheese and salmon, sausage or reindeer meat, with many of the products not available anywhere else in Britain.
http://london.londinium.com/99449
With over 50 beautifully decorated chalets offering continental gifts and refreshments, this is the atmospheric alternative to the High Street.
http://london.londinium.com/58560
One of the biggest and best school Christmas Fairs held in or around London. Browse amongst more than 70 stalls offering a wide range of high quality and original gifts: jewellery, scarves and bags, handmade crafts, bargain books, toys and sports gear. In the Food Hall choose between luxury Christmas puddings and cakes, smoked salmon, speciality cheese and festive wines. Food sampling and wine tasting on offer throughout the day.
http://london.londinium.com/99450
London’s Premier Antiques event with over 600 stands featuring complimentary antiques valuations and appraisals.
http://london.londinium.com/99451
Kick off Christmas with a Late opening of the Museum of London for the Festive Fair. Relax with a drink to the seasonal sounds of live Klezmer music and carols, and shop for unique gifts from ceramics, glass and textiles to bags, badges and jewellery made by the cream of London’s design talent.
http://london.londinium.com/99452
Taste of Christmas, the foodie event of the festive season. London’s top chefs reveal secrets behind the ultimate Christmas dinner, stock up on the best festive food and sample your favourite restaurants’ seasonal menus.
http://london.londinium.com/99294
Over 30 unique stalls selling Fair Trade and recycled gifts, cards and ethical fashion. Fair Trade Christmas cakes, a free swap shop, music, DIY crafty present corners, knitting workshops and lots of ethical Christmas Top Tips.
http://london.londinium.com/99454
Arts & crafts, original hand made work, art & music workshops, mince pies & mulled wine.
http://london.londinium.com/99456
Indulge in the perfect Christmas shopping experience, playing host to over 600 unique companies. An eclectic mix of exquisite and desirable products ideal for Christmas gifts.
http://london.londinium.com/63357
Tours of the house, music and stalls, with a Father Christmas grotto.
| November 24, 2009 | to | January 3, 2010 |
The Harrods Christmas Grotto is open once again this year, giving children the chance to meet Father Christmas and tell him their Christmas wishes. Now fully booked.
http://london.londinium.com/99431
Children can meet with Santa in his cottage in the Mushroom Village and receive a special Christmas gift.
http://london.londinium.com/99433
The experience will begin with a magical 3D journey where sparkling wisps of 3D colour and enchanting special effects will wrap you into the wonderful world of The Reindeer that Couldn’t Fly. Santas grotto at Westfield also features reindeers, elves and a wish finder fairy. Westfield London is supporting 95.8 Capital FM’s Help a London Child with 100% of every £1 you donate going to the charity.
http://london.londinium.com/99434
Santas Secret Village, a chance to visit Santa and come and have a chat with him in his own home and be entertained and ask him any question you like. 30 minute shows in a specially designed yurt on the South Bank where children receive a special gift too.
http://london.londinium.com/88819
Located outside The Village, The Winter Wonderland offers new entertainment as well as traditional family favourites to create a magical festive atmosphere for the whole family including; a magnificent ice rink, free Santa’s grotto, traditional Christmas market and an exciting new funfair.
http://london.londinium.com/99435
Santa Land contains numerous gentle rides & attractions including the North Pole Slide, Christmas Jumper, Balloon Ride & Elves Workshops, as well as skill games including the Chimney Challenge & Present Pile Up. Winter Wonderland’s Father Christmas and his entertaining elves welcome children at his grotto in the heart of Santa Land.
http://london.londinium.com/99436
Santa’s Express is the theme at Selfridges this year, with children invited to take a trip on a train inside Santas Grotto where they will receive a gift. All advanced tickets for The Santa Express have now been sold. A limited allocation will be available daily, for free, on a first come first served basis.
http://london.londinium.com/99437
A scrumptious feast – a special grotto this year, offering children the opportunity to have breakfast or afternoon tea and the option to have a photo taken with Santa.
http://london.londinium.com/60492
A winter fairytale at The O2 with free entry into Santa’s grotto, over 20 fairground rides for all the family and a German market including mulled wine and bratwurst.
http://london.londinium.com/99438
Activities include face-painting, craft workshops plus roaming entertainers. Santa’s magical grotto is a spectacular present filled sleigh pulled by glittering reindeer. The grotto is situated in Jubilee Place and a visit costs just £1. All proceeds are donated to Richard House Children’s Hospice.
http://london.londinium.com/99439
Visit Father Christmas for free and then climb high into the treetops, explore the steamy tropical rainforest, take a winter walk or explore the Climbers & Creepers play area with face painting. Younger visitors can also explore Kew further with the self-guided family walk with a Christmas theme.
http://london.londinium.com/99440
Cromwell’s Bloody Banned Christmas – an alternative to the traditional grotto, featuring burnt Christmas trees, smashed decorations and severed heads, including the torture chamber and Jack the Ripper’s London.
http://london.londinium.com/99441
Come and meet Father Christmas in his secret Victorian grotto in 19th century Sailortown and take home a special gift. There will also be a chance to have your photo taken which will be mounted as a festive keepsake to remember your visit.
Hackney Empire
http://london.londinium.com/99317
Millfield Theatre
http://london.londinium.com/99318
New Wimbledon Theatre
Pamela Anderson and Paul O’Grady
Lanternfish Theatre
Age 5+
http://london.londinium.com/99319
Theatre Royal Stratford East
With illusionist Paul Kieve
http://london.londinium.com/99320
Shaw Theatre
Written by ‘Tweenies’ creators Iain Lauchlan and Will Brenton
http://london.londinium.com/99321
Ashcroft Theatre
Letitia Dean with Sooty and Sweep
Age 4+
http://london.londinium.com/99322
Richmond Theatre
Suitable for all ages
Broadway Barking
http://london.londinium.com/99323
Unicorn Theatre
Age 6+
http://london.londinium.com/99324
Jacksons Lane
Age 3+
http://london.londinium.com/99325
Lyric Hammersmith
http://london.londinium.com/99326
Greenwich Theatre
http://london.londinium.com/99327
Churchill Theatre
Claire Sweeney
Embrace winter at the Natural History Museum’s new, 1050-square-metre rink, eat and drink in the Café Bar or go for a spin on the beautiful fairground carousel. There’s also a smaller 100-square-metre rink for younger skaters.
http://london.londinium.com/65663
Open air ice rink in the magnificent setting of Canada Square Park, in it’s 5th year in a row. The park will be decked in festive lighting transforming the estate into a Winter Wonderland, offering the finest facility for outdoor ice skating in the capital.
http://london.londinium.com/39618
A great compact rink near to Liverpool Street station, perfect for nearby workers and people living in the East End.
http://london.londinium.com/99314
Skate beneath the stars in the heart of London, as Somerset House ice rink celebrates its 10th birthday. A calendar of special events includes Breakfast with Tiffany, DJ nights and Penguin Club.
http://london.londinium.com/65380
Central London’s largest ice skating rink in Hyde Park’s WINTER WONDERLAND, the ultimate London winter experience for everyone.
http://london.londinium.com/58560
In its 3rd year, the dry moat beneath the Outer Curtain Wall of the Tower hosts a breathtaking ice rink. There are free viewing galleries, with food and drink available at the Moat Cafe.
http://london.londinium.com/46278
In its 7th year, Hampton Court Palace hosts one of London’s most dramatic ice rinks, set against the stunning backdrop of Henry VIII’s historic red brick Tudor Palace. The Ice Rink Cafe will be serving warm drinks and snacks and a place to sit and watch others skate.
http://london.londinium.com/46276
Britain’s longest ever ice rink is set to feature at Wembley Stadium this Christmas as part of a festive and fun-packed event – ICExperience. The ice rink will circle the stadium’s pitch and measure in at a whopping 350m long. It will be able to accommodate up to 700 skaters per hour.
http://london.londinium.com/99313
The Alexandra Palace Ice Rink offers a wide range of activities suitable for all ages including public skating sessions, figure skating classes and ice hockey training. The Ice Rink is also available for birthday parties, school bookings and private hire. Open all year round.
Bob Hoskins, star of Disney’s ‘A Christmas Carol’ will be switching on the lights in the cathedral. There will be live music from opera singer Andrea Bocelli, Spandau Ballet, Little Boots and Britain’s Got Talent star Faryl Smith, Scouting for Girls and the St Pauls Cathedral Choir. There will also be a world record attempt for all to take part in, in a mass Christmas Carol sing along.
http://london.londinium.com/99308
A joint Christmas lights event following the theme of Charles Dickens’ ‘A Christmas Carol’ with stars of the new Disney adaptation turning on the illuminations. Jim Carrey will be turning on the lights on Oxford Street and Colin Firth and Robin Wright Penn on Regent Street. There will also be live music from The Noisettes and Daniel Merriweather.
http://london.londinium.com/99301
The Market Building will be transformed by Christmas lights, chandeliers, a 40ft christmas tree, with live reindeer, choir performances, children’s storytelling, music and gingerbread workshops.
http://london.londinium.com/99303
Following a 1960s theme of Love, Hope, Joy and Peace the area will be transformed with illuminations and a cascade of snowflakes and giant snowmen inflatables.
http://london.londinium.com/99305
South Molton Street Christmas lights will be switched on by X Factor star Diana Vickers. Some stores will be offering special discounts and promotions and there will be a selection of free food and drink, Champagne, mulled wine, beer and mince pies with live music from Oompah Brass.
http://london.londinium.com/99307
The Marylebone Christmas lights will be switched on amongst Champagne, mince pies, fireworks, street performers, carols, live music, a grotto and special appearance from Father Christmas from 4pm onwards.
http://london.londinium.com/99304
Mariah Carey launches her new album and turns on the Christmas Lights at Westfield. Her entrance up the Southern Terrace will begin at 6pm, turning on the lights in The Atrium at approximately 6.15pm. Her album cd sleeve signing will take place from 6.30pm.
http://london.londinium.com/99302
A one day shopping event in aid of Great Ormand Street Hospital which will see Bond Street transformed and covered in snow with street entertainment, fireworks, rickshaw sleighs, reindeer and carol singers. Lights will be switched on at 6pm by Anna Friel.
http://london.londinium.com/64240
The Lord Mayor will be turning on the Christmas lights at Leadenhall Market, where there will be festive decorations, Christmas tree, mulled wine, minced pies, performers, live music and a carol concert with the Salvation Army.
http://london.londinium.com/99306
The shopping centre’s first Christmas lights event, launched by a lantern parade from local school children and followed by singing from last years X-factor contestant Laura White.
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For this annual event the arboretum is decked with coloured lights, creating an atmospheric winter path which can be walked in around an hour, past many species of trees and a frosty lake.
http://london.londinium.com/99310
The Trafalgar Square Christmas tree lighting up ceremony takes place on the 3rd December with the lights staying on from midday to midnight daily until 5th January 2010. There is also carol singing taking place daily from 5 to 9pm until 22nd December 2009.The Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree, a gift from the people of Norway, is traditionally over 25 metres tall, over 50 years old and decorated in individual white lights.
| December 4, 2009 | to | December 6, 2009 |
Taste of Christmas is the most exciting foodie event of the festive season bringing together some of London’s top chefs and finest restaurants for three days of festive gourmet celebration. There are huge names appearing at the show including Heston Blumenthal, Richard Corrigan, Jean-Christophe Novelli, Atul Kochhar and Antony Worrall Thompson. Leading London restaurants such as Roast, Benares, Bentleys Oyster Bar and Grill, Club Gascon, Sumosan and Eastside Inn will also be serving their fabulous signature dishes for you to indulge in.
| November 28, 2009 |
A synergy of diverse features from business/entrepreneurial and career workshops, to business and media talks from the likes of Nathaniel Peat and Ope Bankole, historical films, art from the African Diaspora and a wealth of entertainment.
| November 21, 2009 | to | November 25, 2009 |
For the first time in the history of gastroenterology, an international conference will take place which joins together the forces of four pre-eminent organisations: GASTRO 2009, UEGW/WCOG London. The United European Gastroenterology Federation (UEGF) and the World Gastroenterology Organisation (WGO), together with the World Organisation of Digestive Endoscopy (OMED) and the British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG), are jointly organising a landmark meeting in London from November 21 – 25, 2009. This collaboration will ensure the perfect balance of basic science and clinical practice, will cover all disciplines in gastroenterology (endoscopy, digestive oncology, nutrition, digestive surgery, hepatology, gastroenterology) and ensure a truly global context; all presented in the exciting setting of the city of London.
| November 17, 2009 | to | November 18, 2009 |
To help clarify the future of pension funds, this event will bring together leading experts and pension scheme professionals. Explore the latest developments and choose the best road for your scheme’s members during tomorrow’s uncertain challenges. Places are free but strictly limited.
The Professional Pensions Show is the UK’s largest two-day conference and exhibition in the institutional pensions industry. Over two days, the Professional Pensions Show brings together the key decision makers within the industry. The in-depth programme provides you with expert insight on the very latest developments and attracts up to 25 PMI CPD credits.
Speakers include government ministers, directors of employment policy within private institutions, heads of public bodies, consultants and more.
| November 17, 2009 | to | November 18, 2009 |
Design your future is an extremely popular and unique event, which offers the opportunity to decide what and where to study within art, design and other creative subjects in a lively and stimulating exhibition environment. The events also include workshops hosted by higher and further education professionals.
| December 15, 2009 | to | December 21, 2009 |
Olympia, The London International Horse Show is the UK’s largest and most important indoor equestrian event. It is also a fantastic Christmas Party!
Each performance has a mix of international show jumping or dressage as well as equestrian displays from The Metropolitan Police Activity Ride, Jean-François Pignon and The Shetland Pony Grand National, together with The Kennel Club Dog Agility Championships and The Olympia Christmas Finale.
The Christmas Shopping Village offers a wide range of goods and products suitable for last minute stocking fillers to the main present. The Shopping Village has something for the whole family and is certainly a must for any last minute Christmas shopping.
| December 8, 2009 | to | December 15, 2009 |
The London Chess Classic 2009 will be the highest level tournament in London for 25 years and will be the first in a series of events designed to increase enthusiasm for chess in the UK and promote the game and its undoubted educational benefits in schools and communities. It is also our objective to bring the world championship to London in the Olympic year 2012.
England’s four leading Grandmasters; Nigel Short, Michael Adams, Luke McShane and David Howell will be pitched against a world class field that includes a former world champion Vladimir Kramnik and 18 year old Magnus Carlsen ranked world number three and widely seen a future holder of the world crown. One of China’s finest players; Ni Hua and the US Champion Hikaru Nakamura, complete the field.
Spectators will be treated to live commentary on the games from Grandmasters and will be able to play tournament or informal games all day. Tickets for the auditorium and commentary room are now on sale. If you would like to play as well as spectate then enter one of the side events.
| December 6, 2009 | to | December 7, 2009 |
Bonhams will be holding an auction of important collectors’ Motor Cars, Motorcycles and related Automobilia.
Already consigned to the sale is the1906 Rolls-Royce Light 20hp from the collection of the late Thomas Love, and previously from the Stanley Sears Collection, with a price guide £400,000-600,000.
| December 4, 2009 |
Some of the biggest names in the division will be competing in Prizefighter Light-Welterweights, including former World, European and British Champions.
Ex WBA World Champion Gavin Rees is among the eight, as are Ted Bami, Jason Cook and Colin Lynes, who have all held European belts.
Former British title holders David Barnes, Barry Morrison and Young Mutley will also be vying for the £32,000 winner’s prize, while Southern Area Champion Lee Purdy completes a strong line-up.
The full list of competitors is: Ted Bami (Brixton, London), David Barnes (Manchester), Jason Cook (Maesteg, Wales), Colin Lynes (Hornchurch, Essex), Barry Morrison (Motherwell, Scotland), Young Mutley (West Bromwich, West Midlands), Lee Purdy (Colchester, Essex), Gavin Rees (Newbridge, Wales).
| December 1, 2009 | to | December 3, 2009 |
Online Information and IMS together create the largest event dedicated to the information industry.
Consisting of an exhibition delivering over 9,000 visitors from 70 countries, a conference and a show floor seminar programme, the event provides an annual meeting place for the global information industry.
Online Information is once again set to play host to thousands of information professionals, information end-users and publishers from around the globe, meeting suppliers of online content, epublishing and library management solutions.
IMS provides a forum for IT, business and information management professionals to find advice, educational content and solutions. Attend IMS and meet suppliers of content management, search solutions and Web 2.0 technologies.
| November 29, 2009 |
T4 will be making West London’s Earls Court its home for a day. Rick, Miquita, Steve and Jameela will all be coming down to the venue for the whole day, with celebrity appearances from Peter Andre, Gok Wan and The Inbetweeners
They’ll be bringing with them a big selection of brilliant musical artists, loads of exciting celebrities and all sorts of T4 trimmings. At the heart of the event will be a two hour musical extravaganza hosted by Rick, Steve and Miquita and going out live to the world on Channel 4.
The stellar lineup so far features X Factor winner Alexandra Burke, equally exceptional runners up JLS, Mercury nominated La Roux, self-proclaimed ‘creator of disco’ Calvin Harris, and the beautifully sexy Sugababes, and now Tinchy Stryder and Chipmunk, Kasabian, N-Dubz and The Saturdays are also on the bill. T4 Stars of 2009 was already big. It just got massive!
| November 28, 2009 | to | November 29, 2009 |
Collectormania London is the perfect opportunity for fans of television and film to meet some of their favourite celebrities.
In attendance this year is Shannen Doherty and Brian Krause from Charmed, Misha Collins and Julie McNiven from Supernatural, The Breakfast Club’s very own Anthony Michael Hall, werewolf Bronson Pelletier from the up and coming New Moon movie, John Barrowman from Torchwood as well as many more from the likes of Star Wars, Star Trek, Ashes to Ashes, Nightmare on Elm Street, Harry Potter and Doctor Who.
But that’s not all; there will be hundreds of stalls full of merchandise to browse and buy, guest talks and photo shoots to enjoy. Plenty to do for the entire weekend!
| November 26, 2009 | to | November 27, 2009 |
The Business Startup show is all about giving the best quality advice to people who want to start up a business or who already run one. If you want help or assistance with any of the following, you mustn’t miss this show – it could be the best investment you’ll ever make in the future success of your business: planning a business and writing a business plan, raising finance and controlling cashflow, time management and reducing stress, franchising or buying an existing business, the latest in communications technology and IT equipment, locating the best premises, expanding your business, bookkeeping, taxation and accountancy (including tax and VAT), intellectual property, patenting and protecting innovations, websites, the internet and e-commerce, marketing your business, importing and exporting, training, recruitment and retention, motivation, and how to motivate those around you, branding, advertising & PR and legal advice
This event showcases a wide and varied selection for people who want to start a business or thinking about starting a business, whether it is health & beauty or internet & e-commerce, there will be an opportunity to suit your needs. You might just be looking for new ideas for starting a business, in which case you will find a wealth of free advice, seminars and contacts at the show. Meet people who have tried and tested the starting a business formula, talk to them about how they started, the problems they had and the fortunes they made.
Spread over 2 days the Business Opportunity Show will have plenty to see and do, you can come for as long or as little as you need with plenty of time available to make sure you do not lose that opportunity you’ve been looking for. All this and for FREE!
| November 21, 2009 | to | November 22, 2009 |
The UK’s only dedicated national exhibition for independent news and convenience retailers. The show is packed with special offers, on-stand promotions and information filled seminars.
CTN World is expected to attract thousands of National Federation of Retail Newsagents members, many visitors and key manufacturers. A truly unique one-stop shop for the independent news and convenience sectors and offer visitors a great selection of products and services. Quite simply, this is the industry’s one event you simply can’t afford to miss. With a show floor packed with exhibitors, you will get the chance to see every product and service you could possibly need to enhance your business and to get and stay ahead of your competition.
Our impressive range of exhibiting companies, that include all the big brand names, will enhance the visitor experience through product demonstrations and sampling opportunities. This is your chance to really taste, touch and smell all the very latest products new to the market. What better way is there to explore and discover new additions to your product ranges, uncovering more cost effective production methods and source attractive alternative avenues for diversification and expansion.
| November 20, 2009 | to | November 22, 2009 |
Erotica is THE Adult Lifestyle Show, designed to appeal to adults, regardless of their age or sexuality it has gone from strength to strength, attracting over 80,000 visitors.
Many different companies exhibit at the event, the majority retailing their product or services, whilst some use the event for sampling and demonstration purposes to build on their databases. Categories include fashion (club-wear, leatherwear, rubber, fetish and lingerie), magazines, videos, tattooing, piercing alongside jewellery, beauty and cosmetics exhibits. Special features include a large art gallery including and a demonstration area and new for this year a dedicated Swinger Zone.
Erotica attracts as many women as men making the event attractive to couples and singles.
| November 17, 2009 11:00 am | to | November 18, 2009 11:00 am |
The UK’s largest and most highly acclaimed housing technology exhibition.
The exhibition, which forms the focal point of the National Housing Federation’s IT in Housing Conference, is now in it’s 10th year, and offers delegates and visitors an excellent one-stop opportunity to explore the latest innovations, products and services from 80 leading ICT suppliers to the housing sector
Entry to the exhibition is free of charge to delegates and visitors involved in the provision of affordable housing. If you are not attending the conference as a delegate but would like to visit the exhibition please register for free now.
The exhibition features around 80 exhibits from leading suppliers and is the UK’s most highly regarded and focused event for those involved in ICT in the housing sector. The lively exhibition features a wide range of entertaining and engaging stands many with enticing giveaways, competitions and special offers.
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