For the animal lovers
Vauxhall City Farm is coming to London for a fun Family Farm Day on 12th August from noon. The event will take place in the heart of Covent Garden, near St Paul’s Church, Bedford Street, WC2E 9ED. There will be lots to do: fun educational workshops, face painting, story time sessions, cuddle time with the small animals, garden games and more.
Celebrating all things Caribbean
The Notting Hill Carnival, held during the August bank holiday weekend on the 25th and 26th of August, is the highlight of the summer. This year, it will feature 56 mas bands, 9 Brazilian bands, and 18 steel bands, with numerous sound systems along the route – a real celebration of Caribbean history and culture.
Catch a show
Enter the whimsical world of Bertie Wooster, in Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves, an affable young gentleman with a penchant for getting himself in the most outlandish predicaments. He faces misadventures, from ill-fated romances to comical escapades, all set against the backdrop of a world filled with eccentric aunts, quirky friends, and a host of unforgettable characters. Featuring live jazz music, from our ensemble of actor-musicians – a jolly good time awaits you! Suitable for children aged 7 and older, this event takes place at St Paul’s Church Covent Garden.
Celebrating 25 years in 2024 since The Gruffalo was first published, audiences are invited to join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood as Tall Stories bring their magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler to the West End this summer from 17 July – 8 September at the Lyric Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue. Searching for hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the high-spirited Snake. Will the story of the terrifying Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland creatures? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there? Songs, laughs and monstrous fun for children aged 3 and up and their grown-ups, in the much-loved show that’s toured Britain and the world!
Meet the Waterbury children: Roberta, Peter, and Phyllis, in The Railway Children at St Paul’s Church Covent Garden. They are ordinary children living in an ordinary house, until one day, a mysterious event changes their lives forever. Forced to move to the countryside, they move near a bustling railway, where every passing locomotive brings new mysteries, friendships, and discoveries. Our young heroes find themselves in the midst of a true adventure. Suitable for children aged 5 and older.
Building upon two horribly successful summer runs, Birmingham Stage Company have announced the return of Horrible Histories – Terrible Tudors for their third year at the West End’s Apollo Theatre. Audiences will be taken on a whistle stop tour full of the gruesome details about the Tudor dynasty, from the horrible Henries to the end of evil Elizabeth. Find out the fate of Henry’s wives and his punch up with the Pope – meet Bloody Mary and see Ed fall dead in his bed! Hear the legends (and the lies!) about the torturing, Terrible Tudors when the production opens on the 25th of July and plays until the 1st of September. Suitable for children aged 5 and older.
Looking for a mind-blowing show to watch with the kids? Try Brainiac Live, the family science show that’s been entertaining and educating audiences since its debut in 2008! And the show will be back in London this summer at Marylebone Theatre between 30th July and 24th August.
Watch Rough Magic, Shakespeare’s Globe and Splendid Productions’ brand-new family show. Enter the world of Shakespeare’s magical characters as Macbeth’s wonderfully wayward Weird Sisters cook up a supernaturally silly adventure of their own. You can also also sign up for one of the Macbeth workshops for ages 5 – 8 and ages 9 – 12.
Exciting exhibitions
Discover the evolution of one of the world’s most iconic dolls, Barbie® at the Design Museum and explore over 250 extraordinary objects, including rare and unique dolls from 1959 to the present.
Visit The Paradox Museum, where science, art, and human perception come together in over 50 mind-bending exhibits. Enjoy fun, learn about the science behind paradoxes, and take unbelievable photos that will amaze your friends.
Explore London’s Gardens
Explore the evolution of life on Earth in the Natural History Museum’s Gardens, from the age of dinosaurs to the present day. Along the way, you will see ancient fossils, spot Fern, the full-size bronze Diplodocus, watch dragonflies hover over our wildlife pond, or listen to birds singing in the trees.
Stroll through the historic gardens of Kensington Palace, where royalty once walked. The upper grounds feature the Sunken Garden with the statue of Diana, Princess of Wales; and the lower grounds include a wildflower meadow that blooms in the summer with poppies, campion, daisies, and many other wildflowers.
Discover Pumpkin (2024), a new large-scale sculpture by Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama at the Serpentine Galleries. Measuring 6 metres high and 5.5 metres in diameter, it will be showcased until 3 November 2024 near the Round Pond in Kensington Gardens.
This summer, Kew is making science fun for everyone with exciting activities and facts inspired by the Horrible Science book series. Visit the wonderful world of Horrible Science at Kew this summer and enjoy interactive exhibits and fun experiments.
And finally something for the foodies…
Opened only a matter of months, award-winning restaurant Mamalù as the “Best Restaurant Concept” has quickly seduced both locals and visitors to Earl’s Court with its charming and authentic Italian dining experience. Whether the occasion is a leisurely weekend family lunch or an intimate dinner for two, Mamalù’s elegant, relaxed and welcoming atmosphere is synonymous with the warm hospitality that Italian culture is famous for, showcasing an array of exceptional Italian classic dishes, prepared using high-quality, sustainable and seasonal ingredients.
Sizzle on down to KGK, the first and only Korean grill in the Kensington area. KGK is the only restaurant in London to offer an Omakase dining experience. Omakase means ‘I leave it up to you,’ diners leave it up to the chef to select and serve seasonal specialities. Get ready to flip meats on a grill, drink Korean traditional vodka soju and enjoy a seasonal Korean milkshake for dessert. KGK has compiled everything you need to know about savouring a traditional Korean BBQ experience.
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