The good weather has finally arrived in London and we are all looking forward to enjoying everything the capital has to offer this summer. Discover what’s on in London this July 2024.
Fun for the whole family
Those looking for a great family activity away from the park should look no further than booking their own private electric boat via GoBoat; the perfect way to spend the day on the city’s canals. Families will enjoy a leisurely cruise, with the boats travelling at speeds of 4mph, and take in some of London’s most impressive views including Hampton Court Palace (Kingston), the Isle of Dogs (Canary Wharf) Little Venice and Camden Lock (Paddington). Get 10% off your booking with code KENSMUMS10 Monday to Friday from GoBoat London (Paddington).
There’s nothing quite like sticking your feet in cold water to chase away that intense feeling of heat we’ve been experiencing in London over the last few days. If you’re out and about in West London, we’ve picked some of the best public fountains to which you can take the kids for a moment of cool!
Spending the summer in London? Miles from the coast and want to go to the beach or cool off and swim? Worry not! Here is our rundown of top places to swim in London – north, south, east, west and central London to cool down and swim this summer. From wild swimming to lidos over 90 meters long, there is something for everyone.
Discover Rooftop Film Club, a unique cinematic experience that combines the magic of outdoor movie-watching with stunning rooftop views from Bussey Building in Peckham and Roof East in Stratford. Watch iconic movies such as Top Gun: Maverick, Pretty Woman, Back to the Future, Twilight, Sister Act and many more!
Take part in The Postal Museum’s Summer activities with Messy Monster and friends. Follow a discovery trail, ride the 100-year-old Mail Rail and get hands on with fun family crafts activities between 23th July and 1st September.
Watch Matilda The Musical, at the Cambridge Theatre, the multi-award winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company, inspired by the beloved book by the incomparable Roald Dahl. It is the story of an extraordinary little girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. Winner of over 100 international awards, including 24 for Best Musical, Matilda has been delighting audiences in London’s West End for over 12 years.
Support a great cause
Join the annual Cosmic Rubber Duck Race, and help raise money for babies and children in intensive care, on Thursday 25th July at 12 pm. Watch as around 3,000 rubber ducks are launched off the Merchant Square bridge, racing down the canal towards the finish line. Each duck is numbered, and if your duck wins, you will take home exciting prizes! It is a great day out for the whole family, with food stalls, face painting, music and even a Dragon Boat Race!
Something for the grown-ups
Shake up your Saturdays this July with BAM Karaoke Brunches! Enjoy an afternoon filled with delicious food, 90 minutes of free-flowing drinks, top-notch live performances, DJs and an unforgettable karaoke experience with your friends. Eat, drink, and sing to your heart’s content at BAM Karaoke Box.
Cultural experiences
Book your ticket to the art-K Blended Journeys Summer Exhibition, a celebration of the developing artistic talent nurtured in their studios. Visitors can view hundreds of artworks created by their community of 6,000 students. This year, art-K is exploring the idea that every creative journey looks different but each one is full of challenges to face, skills to acquire and inspiring artists who have paved the road ahead.
English National Ballet returns to the Royal Albert Hall this June with Swan Lake in-the-round. See the iconic ballet on an epic scale this summer. While the ballet dancers at the English National Ballet practice for over 150 hours, in the Hall, technicians work for over 44 hours to raise the whole floor of the auditorium, rig new lighting and set the stage for an 80-piece orchestra! With a cast of 120 dancers, including 60 intricately dressed swans, the Swan Lake costumiers have a challenging job. Every one of the 100cm diameter principal tutus must be studded with over 200 Swarovski crystals, 400 sequins and 5 metres of feathers. Each costume takes over 4 hours of work! Set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless score, Swan Lake has been a success since 1877, when the first choreographed production was premiered by the Bolshoi Ballet. Although the steps have been rechoreographed multiple times, the 124 minutes of iconic music are unchanged, and today the ballet is recognised as an international favourite.
Game, set, match!
Wimbledon is back for 2024! If you are looking for a great spot to watch the iconic tennis tournament on a large screen in London this July, here are our top 3 favourites!
- Enjoy a Summer of Sport in Eccleston Yards, in partnership with Boodles in Belgravia, between the 1st and 14th of July 2024, where visitors can watch open-air live screenings of the Wimbledon tournament.
- Soak up in the sun and enjoy strawberries and Pimm’s and watch the tournament on the big screen and deckchairs on the Piazza in Covent Garden.
- Visit Canary Wharf’s Summer Screens in Canada Square Park and Cabot Square and catch all the action of Wimbledon, whilst sipping some refreshments from all the nearby summery alfresco bars.
For the F1 Fans
Enjoy a family staycation at Horwood House and Spa. On top of the family-friendly splash times, Horwood House also has a spa for busy mamas to squeeze in a bit of self-care. Relax, recover, and restore at the brand-new H Spa. And located just 25 minutes from the Silverstone Interactive Museum, car lovers and racers fans can spend a fun-fuelled afternoon, celebrating the past, present and future of Silverstone and British motor racing, with 60 hands-on interactive exhibits, alongside an up-close look at some of the most iconic cars and bikes from the past 70 years. Fuel your weekend with laughter and fun, book the Silverstone Museum stay package.Â
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