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Oxford University Parks Spy Mission Treasure Trail!
2019-06-01 - 2019-12-01 | Oxford University Parks, University of Oxford, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 3PD, United Kingdom
Are you looking for something to do with family and friends or seeking a fun day out with the kids in the Oxford University Parks?
Then why not explore the Oxford University Parks on this self-guided Spy Mission themed Treasure Trail.
As you follow the Trail route, can you solve the sneaky clues set on existing buildings, permanent features and monuments to crack the code and complete the mission just like a true secret agent?
Click here to get the pack!
The Trail starts at University Museum on Parks Road and follows a circular Trail around the northern and eastern edges of the park. The route leads you across the River Cherwell to the suburb of New Marston, along Mesopotania Walk and then around the southern perimeter of the park back to Parks Road.

Ride Mail Rail, now open at the brand new Postal Museum!
2019-07-01 08:00 - 2019-12-31 17:00 (Europe/London) | The Postal Museum, 15-20 Phoenix Place, London, WC1X 0DA, United Kingdom
Take a ride on the newly opened Mail Rail, a journey into London’s secret history!
One hundred years ago, the Post Office built a secret railway under central London…
Stretching six-and-a-half miles from Paddington to Whitechapel and linking post offices across the city, the driverless electric line carried up to four million letters a day!

In 2003, after 75 years of service, the rail line was shut down, the postmen left, and the tunnels fell silent.
Click here for more events!
Now, Mail Rail is reopening as part of the brand new Postal Museum! Hop on board for a 15-minute journey that’s deeper than the Underground.
You’ll learn what it took to make London’s post arrive on time, hear about the men who spent their lives down here, and see the roof of the interwar tunnel passing inches above your head.
The museum charts 500 years of the British postal service.
Click here to visit The Postal Museum website!
This time it won’t carry letters. Instead, two battery-powered trains take passengers through the tunnels for the first time!
It’s got original Penny Black stamps, big pneumatic tubes, a kids’ play area, and a really cool five-wheeled post bike…

The science exhibition at The Look Out Discovery Centre, Bracknell!
2019-07-17 - 2020-01-01
The Look Out Discovery Centre is full of hands-on science.
They have over 90 activities which children of all ages can enjoy and learn from. Launch a hydrogen rocket, play with boats in the indoor stream, or build a house with your friends.
The Look Out will have something for everyone in your group to enjoy.
Click here to find out more!
Activities and exhibits are organised in ‘zones’ which correspond with what your child may be learning about at school. The Look Out will help them to experience how exciting science is!

Forces and Movement
Body and Perception
Light and Colour
Woodland and Water
Build It

Spaceport in Seacombe, Wallasey
2019-07-18 - 2020-01-01 | Spaceport, Victoria Place, Seacombe, Wallasey, Wirral, Merseyside, CH44 6QY, United Kingdom
You can a journey through space without even leaving the ground at Spaceport in The Wirral!
The centre has loads of cool galleries, where you can learn more about space and science. Discover how gravity from the moon can move water on Earth and why objects are heavier at the North Pole.
Try some shocking electricity experiments, take a ride on the Cosmic Coaster, explore the night sky through the world’s largest robotic telescope and show off your skills in the Gaming Zone.
There’s also a collection of Star Wars items from the films.
Click here to book your tickets!

The Royal Opera House Family Sundays
2019-09-29 - 2020-01-13 | Royal Opera House, Bow Street, London, WC2E 9DD, United Kingdom
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The Royal Opera House are hosting a family get-together! The fun-filled days are packed with pop-up performances, prop making, live make-up and stage combat demonstrations and loads more.
You can try your hand at dressing up, singing, dancing and performing! There’s lots to see and do and the days are perfect for all the family. Whether you’re a fan already or taking your first steps in discovering the worlds of opera or ballet, we’re sure you’ll have a fun-filled day out that brings these things to life! Click here to find out more!

Have an Awesome Autumn at RHS Garden Wisley!
2019-10-26 - 2019-11-04 | RHS Garden Wisley, RHS Garden Wisley, Woking, Surrey, GU23 6QB, United Kingdom
Go to RHS Garden Wisley and celebrate ‘Awesome Autumn’ during October half-term, October 26th to November 3rd 2019.
Enjoy fun activities throughout the week, including a family garden trail, drop-in craft and sow-and-grow workshops!
There’s also pumpkin carving and guided walks for families with the Education team.

Check out a quick list of events below and see the whole lot on the RHS website at rhs.org.uk
26 October – 3 November 2019, daily: Awesome Autumn garden adventure trail
Saturday 26, Sunday 27 and Wednesday 30 October 2019: Pumpkin carving
Monday 28 October and Friday 1 November 2019: Drama workshops
Tuesday 29 and Thursday 31 October 2019: Meet the scientists

Have Fun at Hyde Hall this Autumn!
2019-10-26 - 2019-11-04 | RHS Garden Hyde Hall, RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Creephedge Lane, Rettendon, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 8RA, United Kingdom
This half-term RHS Garden Hyde Hall have loads of amazing activities that you can get involved with!

There’s an amazing garden trail for the whole family to get involved with and you can get into the Halloween spirit by carving pumpkins!

Woodfest will also be on November 1-3, its a festival all about wood and they’ll be LOADS of amazing things happening there including chain saw carvings, willow weaving and furniture making. There’s even loads of workshops for both kids and adults to get involved with.
Find out more here!

Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas at the New Wimbledon Theatre this November!
2019-11-01 - 2019-11-04 | New Wimbledon Theatre, The Broadway, Wimbledon, London, SW19 1QG, United Kingdom
The Grinch discovers there’s more to Christmas than he bargained for in this heart-warming and hilarious musical, based on Dr. Seuss’ hugely popular best-selling books made famous by the film adaptions.
Join in the Christmas spirit with the show critics have called ‘A genius of a show! A total delight for both kids and adults’
Magnificent sets and costumes inspired by Dr. Seuss create the whimsical world of Whoville, while Max the Dog narrates the story of the scheming Grinch whose heart is ‘two sizes too small,’ as he decides to steal Christmas away from the Whos, an endlessly joyful bunch bursting with holiday cheer.
The show features the songs You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch and Welcome Christmas.
STARRING ED BAKER-DULY AS THE GRINCH AND X-FACTOR’S MATT TERRY AS YOUNG MAX!

‘Brilliant’ – HOLLYWOOD REPORTER
‘An extraordinary performance’ – NEW YORK TIMES
‘Spectacular! Genuine holiday glow’ – SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE

Times:

Fri 19:00
Sat 12:00 & 15:30 & 19:30
Sun 12:00 & 15:30

A twinkle-tastic winter at Southbank Centre
2019-11-08 - 2020-01-06 | Southbank Centre, South Bank, London, SE1 8XX, United Kingdom
Dazzling family shows, festive markets, sparkling lights and musical sandpits – with more seasonal delights than you can shake a stocking at, Southbank Centre in winter is truly magical.
Play in giant sandpits illuminated by beautiful graphics, creating music with your own movements at the return of Soundpit. All ages can come and explore unique sensory play, making you the composer of your very own masterpieces.

Gallop over to a five-star retelling of Black Beauty, and be wowed by Circus 1903’s daredevil tricks and sensational life-sized elephant puppets.
Snuggle down to a free family screenings of animated classics including A Bug’s Life, Finding Dory and One Hundred and One Dalmatians in our Winter Pop-up Cinema.

Wrap up your gift shopping at our Winter Market, packed with crowd-pleasing treats and gifts, and gorge on goodies at our food and drink pop-ups next to the Thames.
With something for everyone in the family, have a cracking winter with us at Southbank Centre.

See The Snowman at the Peacock Theatre in London!
2019-11-21 - 2020-01-06 | Peacock Theatre, Peacock Theatre, Portugal St, London, WC2A 2HT, United Kingdom
The enchanting festive favourite, The Snowman, returns for a magical 22nd year.
Based up the book by Raymond Briggs and produced by John Coates, this charming stage adaptation is guaranteed to transport you to a world of wintery adventure.
With music and lyrics by Howard Blake, including Walking in the Air, choreography by Robert North, directed by Bill Alexander, alongside Ruari Murchison’s enchanting design combined with Tim Mitchell’s spectacular lighting, The Snowman continues to enchant audiences with a captivating mix of dance, live music, storytelling, spectacle and magic.
Click here to book your tickets!

The Fun Kids Epic Roadshow Adventure is coming to Leicester Square – book your tickets right now!
2019-11-23 - 2019-11-25 | Leicester Square, Leicester Square, London, WC2H 7LU, United Kingdom
The Fun Kids Epic Roadshow Adventure is an interactive stage show for all ages, hosted by Fun Kids radio presenters Bex Lindsay and Dan Simpson!
After successful runs at the Southbank Festival and Car-Fest this year the show is back with a festive Christmas twist.
Click here to get your tickets

In the show, Bex and Dan need your help to keep Fun Kids Radio on-air and to make the best radio roadshow ever. Oh, and they definitely need to not get fired by the big bosses who are sat in Fun Kids HQ, keeping a close eye on the audience figures!
Packed with stories, songs, silliness, and plenty of Christmas fun, it’ll be a show to remember!
Make sure you’re at Leicester Square this Christmas to join in all the fun!
Performances at 2pm on November 23rd & 24th.
Click here to find out more

“Silliness and loads of laughs combined” – Edinburgh News

“It wasn’t just the kids who were crying with laughter!” – Primary Times
“An entertaining family show” – The List

“Put the whole audience in a good mood” – Fest Mag

Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic at the O2 Arena in London!
2019-11-25 - 2020-01-06 | The O2 Arena, Peninsula Square, London, SE10 0DX, United Kingdom
Grab your Mickey ears and get ready for the ultimate Disney experience when Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic skates into London!
Be charmed by a cast of over 50 unforgettable Disney characters, with Mouse-ter of Ceremonies Mickey Mouse, the spirited Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy and many of the Disney Princesses, including Jasmine, Cinderella, Rapunzel, Ariel, Snow White and Tiana.
Plus, for the first time on ice, Buzz, Woody and Bo Peep are joined by their new friend Forky, the lovable spork-turned-toy, as the gang from Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 4 help him realise what it means to be a toy!
Relive the magic of Disney’s Frozen with Anna, Elsa and the hilarious snowman Olaf as they discover that true love is the greatest magic of all.
Sing along to over 30 unforgettable songs including favourites like ‘Let It Go, ‘You’ve Got a Friend in Me’, and ‘Hakuna Matata’.
Be thrilled by exciting moments from Disney’s The Lion King, Finding Dory, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin and more, leaving your whole family captivated with memories that will last them a lifetime.
This skating spectacular is truly a century of Disney Magic which all started with a Mouse!
Click here to get your tickets!

Visit Father Christmas' top-secret HQ at the Royal Albert Hall this Christmas!
2019-12-05 - 2019-12-23 | Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, London, SW7 2AP, United Kingdom
Come and meet Father Christmas at his top-secret London headquarters, the Royal Albert Hall!
Once upon a time, nearly 150 years ago, Father Christmas and his workshop elves used Christmas magic to enchant the Royal Albert Hall and turn it into their secret London Headquarters… but this year, the elves are a little behind schedule!
Father Christmas needs some very special little helpers to visit his HQ, where they’ll learn Christmas magic, see the real sleigh and help the elves make enough toys in time for Christmas Eve!
In this hour long interactive experience, little helpers will journey through spaces within the historic Royal Albert Hall and meet a range of magical characters all the way from the North Pole.
There are including toy soldiers, fairies, workshop elves, toymakers and of course, the real Father Christmas.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
You’ll get an hour-long Christmas experience within the historic Royal Albert Hall, packed with a cast of magical, entertaining characters hosting fun activities!
You’ll get a chance to sit in Father Christmas’ real sleigh and you’ll even get a unique and magical gift from the real Father Christmas!
Click here to get tickets!
The experience can be enjoyed by all ages and is most suitable for children ages 3-8. Accompanying adults go free (maximum of 2 adults per child)
All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Photo souvenirs with Father Christmas will be available for sale. Customers are very welcome to take their own photos as well.
The experience will be wheelchair accessible.

See 'Santa Claus and the Night Before Christmas' This December!
2019-12-12 08:00 - 2019-12-24 17:00 | New Wimbledon Theatre, The Broadway, Wimbledon, London, SW19 1QG, United Kingdom
From the producers of last year’s Santa Claus and the Christmas Adventure, the enchanting Christmas experience returns with a brand new story for all the family to enjoy. Join us this year at Wimbledon Library.
It’s Christmas Eve and whilst most children are hanging up their stockings, there are a few boys and girls who are not! They don’t believe in Santa and, with Christmas morning fast approaching, cheeky elves Charlie and Kara must help Santa prove that he is indeed real! With magic tricks, songs and stories, can they make them believe before it’s time to board Santa’s sleigh and deliver the presents?

A truly unforgettable experience which includes bubbles and the magical moment when snowflakes fall over the audience, this interactive show is a must-see over the festive season.
As an added Christmas treat, all of the good boys and girls in the audience will meet Santa after the show and receive a special present of their own.

Click here to book your tickets!

Winter Safari at West Midland Safari Park
2020-01-17 - 2020-02-10 | West Midland Safari Park, West Midland Safari Park Ltd. Spring Grove, Bewdley, Worcestershire, DY12 1LF, United Kingdom
Take a drive on the wild side this winter, by heading to West Midland Safari Park.

Their four mile self-drive safari is open on weekends until 10th February, that means that you don’t have to wait until summer to see all their amazing animals.
You’ll see Zebra’s while cruising through the African Plains, Rhino’s while you motor across Wild Asia, Tigers as you zoom into the Carnivores section, and Elephants as you meander through Elephant Valley.

But that’s not all, once you get out the car there’s loads to see on foot too, like ‘Penguin Cove’ and the ‘Land of the Living Dinosaurs’.
When you go you’ll also get a Winter Free Return Ticket so you can go all over again before winter’s over.
Images from Robek and Gareth James.

Science of the Time Lords at the National Space Centre
2020-01-25 - 2020-01-27 | The National Space Centre, Exploration Dr, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE4 5NS, United Kingdom
If you love Doctor Who then this event may be just for you!
It takes you through the science of Doctor Who with loads of amazing things to see and do.

There are talks all about Doctor Who including ‘An Audience with a Dalek’ and ‘An Audience with the 15th Cyber Legion’. You can even learn how to survive the Satan Pit incase you get whisked away on an adventure with the Doctor.
As well as learning about Doctor Who you will get to see loads of classic monsters and villains like the Cybermen, the Clockwork Droids and the Ood. Even a couple of the Doctors themselves will be making an appearance!
Paul McGann – Played The Eighth Doctor
David Bradley who has played the first Doctor and Paul McGann who played the eighth Doctor will be there to talk about Doctor Who and meet the fans.
David Bradley – Plays The First Doctor
https://spacecentre.co.uk/event/science-of-the-timelords/

National Marine Aquarium Events
2020-05-05 11:30 - 2020-05-27 19:00
Tuesday 5th May – Crab Finger Puppet
Fun for all the family. All that’s needed is a glue stick, pen, scissors, cotton bud, egg box and card to make a crab finger puppet at home.
Tuesday 5th May at 6pm – Yoga at the Aquarium
As part of the aquarium’s Facebook Live relaxation sessions, on 5th May at 6pm, the NMA will be hosting a free Ashtanga Yoga session. Karen Jones from Ashtanga Yoga Plymouth, who -pre lockdown- ran a monthly ‘Yoga at the Aquarium’ class, will be leading the online session for the first time. The yoga class is billed as an ‘Introduction to Ashtanga’, a dynamic form of yoga, involving movement and flow in time with the breath; it will be a taster session with information and poses to try and enjoy at home during lockdown.
Wednesday 6th May – Biozone front of house tour
Viewers will get a tour of some of the aquarium’s smaller exhibits. Viewers will have the chance to meet some of the ocean’s most colourful animals and see how the aquarium’s experts look after them. From clownfish to tangs, tune into see some ‘famous faces’ from famous ocean films. Viewers can ask any questions and take time to enjoy the exhibits without the daytime crowds.
Tuesday 12th May – Whale Finger Model
All that’s needed to make a whale finger model at home is a glue stick, different colour card, eggbox and scissors.
Wednesday 13th May – Marine Biologist Q & A
With a team of Ocean experts, viewers will have the chance to ask any questions to the onsite Marine Biologists. From questions about the aquarium’s animals to queries about the best career path, nothing is off limits.
Wednesday 20th May – Turtle Enrichment Time
One of the NMA’s best loved residents is the cheeky Green Turtle ‘Friday’. Get up close and personal with this amazing seaturtle as the team of Animal Experts feed and look after him, plus show viewers how the aquarium uses enrichment to keep him happy whilst there are no visitors at the Aquarium.
Wednesday 27th May – Behind the Scenes Tour
What goes on behind the scenes at the UK’s largest aquarium? Viewers can find out in this VIP look at areas unexplored. It will cover the areas where staff prep the food for the 5,000. Animals. Where do animals go if they’re feeling poorly? Tune in to find out.
Every Saturday – Aquarium Relax
Every Saturday the aquarium releases an ‘Aquarium Relax’ video to chill out and watch the animals at 11am (but can be watched later online too) Watching fish is surprisingly relaxing!
Click here to find out more!

Sports Day
2020-05-08 - 2020-05-09
We’re in lockdown. And our sports are suffering.
The current coronavirus pandemic and consequent lockdown has had a
huge impact on everyone, across all regions of the UK, in every aspect of
our lives. We know the risks to our health, and the strain to the economy.
But we’ve forgotten about our local, grassroots sports clubs.
Week in, week out, our local teams clubs give children and adults alike the
space and opportunity to play the sports they love. They are such an
integral part of every community, not only because sport is good for our
health, but also because they provide the social side of belonging to a
team or club, the discipline of training, and the enjoyment of competing.
Help us to #SaveOurSports
The #SaveOurSports campaign is a movement with the aim to raise money
for grassroots sports and teams. The campaign will promote various
fundraising activities to help kids and adults to Keep Active, Raise Money
and #SaveOurSports.
We’re very excited to announce our first fundraising event – National
Sports Day!
Our schools are shut, our kids are at home, and it’s looking like they will miss out on one of the most cherished activities in the school calendar year – Sports Day.
Help us keep this British tradition alive!
We’re challenging kids and parents alike to do the 5×5 challenge.
Together we can help our sports clubs and teams get through this crisis
and still be around at the other side of it, to help more kids and adults
take part in sport in our communities.
Find out more and sign up on our website:
www.saveoursports.co.uk

Littlebird Virtual Picks for VE Day
2020-05-08 - 2020-05-09
VE Day Craft Ideas and Wartime Recipes from Preston Park Museum and Grounds
Offers lots of things you can make together as a family to get ready for the 75th anniversary. Even though celebrations will be happening at home or in our gardens, that’s no reason not to make our parties special! Full of ideas including step by step instructions on how to make your own paper flower, Poppy bunting and recipes including Wartime Chocolate spread, and Carrot and Potato Scones!
Click here.
Royal Albert Hall – VE Day Celebrations with Katherine Jenkins (6pm Friday 8th May)
Join mezzo soprano Katherine Jenkins as she delivers a historic set from an empty Royal Albert Hall to mark the 75th anniversary of VE Day.
This concert will give the nation a moment to pay tribute to the fallen men and women of the Second World War and salute the country’s VE Day Veterans, many of whom are experiencing uncertainty and isolation. It is also our opportunity to thank the Armed Forces who, alongside the NHS and many others, are coming together to serve the country.
Click here.
Celebrate VE Day 75 at home with Bletchley Park
By spring 1945, almost 9,000 people were working at Bletchley Park and its Outstations.
On Friday 8 May 2020 Bletchley Park will be marking the 75th anniversary of VE Day online with a digital ‘Nation’s Toast’ at 3pm, and a special recording of a VE Day speech by ‘Prime Minister Sir Winston Churchill’.
Visit the website where you will find more activities and fascinating VE Day archive material in the run up to VE Day 75.
Download the Bletchley Park VE day pack HERE.
They are also looking for you to share your home videos. Videos can be short, funny, emotional, as long as it demonstrates how you and your family celebrate the day at home. Submission by May 20th. All details in the pack.
Click here.
Baking Ideas + Craft Ideas
Why not bake a quintessentially British afternoon tea for VE Day. You could try your hand at some perfectly rectangle finger sandwiches, along with handmade scones and some indulgent sweet treats to finish. See HERE for how to put together the ultimate Afternoon tea! Or make a simple WW2 Spitfire Glider Activity Paper Craft or do some colouring in with these VE Day 75th Anniversary Colouring Sheets.
Spitfire Glider Activity
Colouring Sheets

Learn all about the Suffragettes with Iszi Lawrence!
2020-05-12 13:00 - 14:00
Join author, comedian, podcaster and history presenter Iszi Lawrence this Tuesday 12th May at 12pm on the KidsBloomsbury Facebook Page, as she teaches you all about the Suffragettes using her debut historical adventure The Unstoppable Letty Pegg and answers your questions!
Suitable for ages 5-11.
Click here!

Visit London virtually!
2020-05-13 - 2020-07-01
We may all be isolating at home but that shouldn’t stop us enjoying London’s culture – find the best things to do at home in London, from live streams and webcams to virtual experiences. All recommended by Visit London.
Streamed shows and online theatre in London

See the likes of Benedict Cumberbatch, Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo in National Theatre at Home‘s performances, for free, every Thursday. Each show is also free to stream for a week afterwards. Thursdays at 7pm.
Sing along to some of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s biggest West End musicals with The Shows Must Go On, including Cats and Phantom of the Opera. Fridays at 7pm.
Make use of free content on Globe Player, Shakespeare’s Globe’s online platform, which also offers recordings of its productions for a small fee.
Catch the National Youth Theatre’s live Sunday Sessions from young musicians on its YouTube channel. Sundays.
Head over to Official London Theatre’s YouTube channel for your fix of theatre, behind-the-scenes videos and interviews.
Hear a global cast read complete Shakespearean works every week with The Show Must Go Online. Wednesdays at 7pm.
Watch the world online premiere of The Beast Will Rise, a collection of monologues by Philip Ridley each week. Saturdays at 7pm.

Live online concerts and recorded performances

Join the London Symphony Orchestra for full-length concerts from its archives, as part of its Always Playing series of streamed performances, playlists and interviews. Thursdays and Sundays.
Tune in to the London Philharmonic Orchestra’s online series of performances and playlists on LPOnline. Various dates.
Settle down for a night of entertainment as the Royal Albert Hall launches #RoyalAlbertHome, with nightly streamed shows, direct from the homes of top artists. Various dates.
Listen to The Prince of Egypt songs as Ghostlight Records releases its original cast recording on digital and streaming formats at @PrinceOfEgyptUK.

Virtual dance, opera and comedy

Catch ballet or opera every Friday, streamed live on the Royal Opera House’s Facebook and YouTube channels. Options include Così Fan Tutte and The Winter’s Tale. Fridays until 15 May.
Enjoy free English National Ballet performances from home, including weekly Wednesday Watch Parties (Wednesdays at 7pm). Various dates.
Watch full-length dance performances from Sadler’s Wells using its Digital Stage.
The likes of Jo Brand, Russell Kane and Professor Brian Cox are putting on live comedy and podcasts during The Stay at Home Festival – the shows are free but tips are welcome! Various dates.

Online classes and workshops

Follow top tips from Seven Dials shops with free online tutorials, from hair and beauty to cooking and jewellery, as part of Seven Dials @ Home. Various dates.
Enjoy the best of King’s Cross’ creatives from the comfort of your home, with live masterclasses, webinars and competitions as part of its #KX2U series. Various dates.
Keep your green fingers active with top tips from Covent Garden‘s Head Gardener and horticulture expert Kenny Raybould. Weekly.
Be transported (albeit virtually) to iconic Battersea Power Station, where Battersea at Home bundles up recipes, fitness tips and Boredom Busters. Various dates.
Join the Saatchi Gallery as selected artists and art educators host #SaatchiArtClub workshops and discussions on Instagram Live. Mondays to Fridays at 2pm.
Find out about Japanese culture and its delicious food by logging on to the Japan Centre’s blog page. Daily.
Get creative, as the Wellcome Collection’s Zine Club moves to Instagram Live. Wednesdays from 2pm to 4pm.
Recreate your favourite Chinatown dishes at home with #BringingChinatownHome.
Go behind the scenes of iconic Regent Street shops and restaurants, including tasty recipes from The Langham and Sakagura, and Untold Stories from retailers.
Tune in to Cahoots London‘s Instagram for a cocktail making masterclass.
Pretend you’re in Leake Street Arches as you watch exclusive music performances and join graffiti tutorials via #LeakeStreetLive. Thursdays.
Sing along to pop hits with London-wide choir Some Voices. Its free virtual singing sessions take place each Wednesday on YouTube. Wednesdays at 7pm.

Keeping fit and mindful

Lose yourself in a yoga class. Hotpod and Digme are among many studios streaming live workouts.
Find some inner calm during online meditation classes with daily sessions from Inner Space.
Keep those muscles toned with live streamed classes across the capital, including Barry’s Bootcamp and Third Space.
Get a pump on with Matt Roberts Evolution‘s free 20-minute at-home workout videos.
Join in with JAB Boxing‘s daily boxing classes via its Instagram channel.
Check out Sport England‘s hub for helping you to keep active at home and join the #StayInWorkOut movement.
Keep book smart and make use of online content and a range of services from The British Library.

Discover more online fitness classes in London and stay active with virtual dance classes.
Live webcams of London

Keep watch on some of London’s top attractions with these webcams of London.

Virtual events in London

Missed going to the market? Shop with more than 80 market traders during Greenwich Market‘s virtual experience. New dates TBC.
World-famous Chelsea Flower Show has moved online this year: peek into designers’ own gardens, find top tips and join Q&As. 18-23 May.
Gaze into the viewing rooms of the online London Original Print Fair, with an interactive map of its 51 exhibitors. Until 31 May.
Check out the latest trends and talks in fashion, as London Fashion Week goes virtual – bringing together its womenswear and menswear shows. 12-14 June.
Get involved in online music lessons, virtual choirs and the Live from Home Challenge as part of Make Music Day. 21 Jun.

Museum and gallery virtual tours

Visit the National Gallery without leaving the house – there are hundreds of paintings to explore, so put the kettle on and get ready for hours of exploration.
Step inside the beating heart of the UK government as you go behind the scenes on a virtual tour of the Houses of Parliament, including the famous House of Commons Chamber.
Travel through time as you learn more about the objects that shaped history with the British Museum’s virtual tour.
Get expert takes on exhibits and delve into the stories hidden within the Royal Museums Greenwich through videos, talks and archived material. Or tune in to live Facebook talks with curators and special guests every Thursday.
Experience a mix of digital content from various art forms, regularly shared by the Barbican’s Read, Watch & Listen programme.
Explore the London Transport Museum‘s collection without moving from your armchair, including iconic transport-themed posters with Poster Power.
See animal exhibits, Hope the whale and many other natural wonders of the Natural History Museum using the Google Arts & Culture tour.
Take a virtual tour of “Britain’s Sistine Chapel” and marvel at the Baroque interiors of the Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval College.
Find out how Winston Churchill masterminded victory from his secret wartime bunker, on an interactive virtual tour of Churchill War Rooms.
Browse more than 200,000 works in the National Portrait Gallery’s online collection.
Virtually take a look at the Wellcome Collection‘s eclectic exhibits spanning art, medicine and science, with its online collection.

London virtual exhibitions

Take a virtual video tour of the Among The Trees exhibition at the Hayward Gallery.
Join the curators of the Andy Warhol exhibition at Tate Modern, as they give a room by room tour.
Explore the monochrome works of Aubrey Beardsley at Tate Britain, without even setting foot outside.
See the world’s longest public artwork online via a Google Arts & Culture tour of Illuminated River, taking in four of London’s bridges at night.
Delve into some of Picasso’s most intriguing works on a virtual tour of the Royal Academy of Arts’ exhibition Picasso and Paper.
If you were planning to visit the Florence Nightingale Museum’s latest exhibition, take a look at the online guide instead to learn more about “The Lady with the Lamp”.
Marvel at The Courtauld Gallery’s spaces in 3D, just as they were before it closed for refurbishment in 2018 – keep an eye out for Van Gogh’s Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear.
Step back to 1851, when Hyde Park hosted The Great Exhibition. Learn all about the industrial age with a virtual tour of this epic event housed in the “Crystal Palace”.
Watch art being created in the moment by live streaming monthly quick-fire commissions as part of Somerset House’s I Should be Doing Something Else Right Now series. Or take inspiration from artists as they share their new and existing work live on Transmissions (until 29 May).

London virtual tours

Strap yourself into your favourite armchair and explore London with video installments of Twizy Tours‘ tours, all filmed from its quirky electric cars.
Tour London areas alongside Blue Badge guides Katie Wignall on #LookUpLondonLive tours.
Delve into the history of some of London’s much-loved areas with Alex Lacey’s daily #GlobalTeaBreak on Instagram Live. Mondays to Fridays at 3pm.
Join London guide Pepe Martinez on Instagram for regular London “chit chats” and fascinating facts.
Follow Dani the Guide for quirky London history, its people and lesser-known stories.
Join Miss Magpie Tours for a musical take on London sightseeing in regular Instagram videos.
Find out more about London areas, sights and its notable people with Guide Emily.
Take a high-speed trip along the Thames with Thames Rockets’ 360-degree virtual RIB ride.
Navigate around top sights on a 360-degree virtual tour of London attractions.
Be amazed by the art deco interiors of Eltham Palace or explore its gardens on Google Arts & Culture virtual tours.
See the Grave of the Unknown Warrior and the Coronation Chair on a virtual tour of Westminster Abbey, one of London’s most iconic places of worship.
Be guided around London with Golden Tours‘ virtual experiences of the capital.
Join The Association Of Professional Tour Guides (APTG) for regular London-themed broadcasts on YouTube. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 4pm.

Free online quizzes and challenges

Assemble a team for a quiz about Tower Bridge every Friday, put together by a team of expert guides and historians. Fridays.
Don your thinking caps as quizmasters including Dame Helen Mirren and Sir Lenny Henry host the National Theatre at Home Quiz. Various dates.
Enjoy a Thursday night in with a difference, as Sink the Pink’s outlandish LGBT+ quiz night moves to IGTV with its usual mix of cabaret, drag and cocktails. Thursdays at 7pm.
Know your Mozart from your Monteverdi? Test your classical music knowledge each Tuesday with the London Symphony Orchestra’s quiz on Instagram Stories. Tuesdays.
Create a new masterpiece to share each day with the #RADailyDoodle on Twitter, set by the Royal Academy.
Take on Thames Clippers’ Thames Teasers challenges, from designing your own boat to sharing memories. Ongoing.
Sing, dance, and laugh through lockdown, with theatre and dance-themed #EveryHomeATheatre challenges from Mousetrap Theatre Projects.

London TV and movie nights

Snuggle up to free short films from BFI Player.
Binge on London-themed box sets on BBC iPlayer, such as Fleabag, Luther, Spooks and Sherlock. (UK only)
Find a comfy position and join a virtual in-home screening of Secret Cinema’s most celebrated films with Secret Sofa every Friday. Fridays at 7.30pm.
Relive classic London films from your collection, whether rom-coms Notting Hill and Love Actually, thrill-a-minute James Bond, or family favourites Paddington and Mary Poppins.

Things to do at home with kids

Fancy bringing a touch of magic to your home? Have a go at film-making, costume design and more with Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter.
Watch as the zookeepers at London Zoo reveal behind-the-scenes footage in their London Lockdown Diaries series.
In addition to shows, Sadler’s Wells Digital Stage is hosting regular dance workshops for children and over-60s.
Enjoy visiting the City of London from home, with everything from virtual exhibitions to activities for all ages.
Stage a royal coronation, make your own secret sign language and play navigation games online with Westminster Abbey.
Look out for South Westminster BIDs’ Virtual Event Series, including yoga and storytelling for the kids, and meditation and cooking classes for mums and dads.
Delve into history with the Imperial War Museums’ new digital programme, Adventures in History, including virtual tours, collections and stories online. Or join the Family Mission every Friday at 11am on the museums’ Twitter and Facebook channels, for challenges and fun activities.

To find out more, head over to the Visit London website here!

The Box Museum
2020-05-16 - 2020-05-18
The Box Museum in Plymouth is the UK’s biggest new museum of 2020, and was due to open its doors to the public this coming weekend 16-17 May.

While due to coronavirus and the government’s social distancing guidelines the opening of The Box has been postponed until later in 2020, this coming weekend, The Box will mark its original opening date with a series of exciting digital events, competitions and offerings for adults & children, taking place all day on Saturday 16th May and Sunday 17th May.

From 360˚ VR tours of the Mammoth Gallery and the Figureheads, to competitions for the chance to win some cuddly Gus Honeybuns and cuddly woolly mammoth toys, to new videos that document The Box museum’s journey to completion so far as well as giving a glimpse of what the museum looks like – The Box weekend promises to be full of fun for the whole family!

About The Box

The Box is a major new cultural and heritage attraction set to open in Plymouth’s city centre in 2020 as part of the Mayflower 400 commemorations.

The Museum and Art Gallery, former Central Library and St Luke’s Church buildings have been transformed into a venue and visitor experience fit for the 21st century with a series of large-scale galleries will highlight the city’s fine art, decorative art, natural history, human history, film, photographic and archive collections.

Additional galleries will be dedicated to a changing programme of exciting temporary exhibitions that mark key anniversaries and showcase the work of high-profile artists. There will also be café, retail, education and research spaces, an ambitious events programme, plus a new outdoor piazza.

The Box is led by Plymouth City Council in partnership with the University of Plymouth and the National Museum of the Royal Navy. It is supported by a range of funders including Plymouth City Council, National Lottery Heritage Fund and Arts Council England.

Find out more by clicking here!

World Oceans Day
2020-06-08 - 2020-06-09
Whilst the National Marine Aquarium has been closed during lockdown, the team have been working hard behind the scenes making plans to celebrate World Oceans Day on 8 June, through free online educational activities and events throughout the day that family, friends and the general community can come together and enjoy. World Ocean Youth Ambassador, Summer Snell, will also be on hand to answer all things Ocean!

9:15am – Rockpooling
The team will be live from the fantastic aquarium facility starting the day off with a spot of rockpooling. Watch via the Ocean Conservation Trust’s Facebook Page.

10:30am – Inky Intrigue
Squid Dissection – During this session the team will be exploring the body shape and internal structures of these amazing animals. This is a superb opportunity to watch a live dissection, learn all about interesting molluscs, and complete scientific drawings. Watch via YouTube link on WODFS website.
11am – Shark and Turtle Feed
Join the Ocean Discovery Rangers at the top of the UK’s largest exhibit, who will be feeding all the amazing animals, from the huge Sand Tiger sharks, to the aquarium’s cheeky Green Turtle. Watch via the National Marine Aquarium Facebook Page.
1pm – Habitats Create Challenge
Time to get creative! This is the ‘Habihats Create Challenge’. The team asks that everyone involved wear a fabulous ocean inspired hat! Viewers can watch the short instruction video and some of the tank footage to pick a habitat, then gather together craft materials and get involved. Viewers will be encouraged to explore Ocean textures, colours, 3D elements, and stunning creature drawings to make the most spectacular World Ocean Day accessory. Watch via YouTube link on WODFS website.

2pm – World Oceans Day Dive Show Live
Finishing a day of celebration with a World Oceans Day Dive Show LIVE, viewers can chat to the divers about the exhibit, maybe even whilst they divers are actually underwater! Watch via National Marine Aquarium’s Facebook Page.

To find out more, click here!

Don't Worry, Little Crab
2020-06-21 - 2020-08-01
Don’t Worry, Little Crab will be available to watch for free on the Little Angel Theatre YouTube channel from Sunday 21st June at 11am BST until Friday 31st July.
Join them for the launch so that they can recreate the shared experience of watching the performance together and share your thoughts using the hashtag #DontWorryLittleCrab.
Written and illustrated by Chris Haughton.
Created and performed by Oliver Smart and Kim Scopes, in association with Little Angel Theatre.
Running time: 10 minutes
Click here

ZSL London Zoo
2020-07-17 - 2020-12-31
London Zoo have worked hard to put safety measures in place at their Zoos, offering an open-air opportunity to see amazing animals and to reconnect with nature.
They have implemented several new precautions and followed Government advice so that we can provide a safe and enjoyable visit for everyone.
A really great day out makes a real difference. Every ticket bought helps London Zoo to continue vital conservation work around the world.
Discover the different routes around the Zoo and where to find your favourite animals. You can also find the full animal inventory here.
Book your London Zoo ticket today!
Book your ticket here

Great Rainbow Bake
2020-08-03 - 2021-01-01
The school summer holidays are officially here and Rainbow Trust have a #BoredomBusters activity for you.
Whilst we all love cake, we love the time making it together a whole lot more and we want as many people across the UK to join us, in celebrating quality time spent together while helping raise money for families caring for a seriously ill child.
Because life doesn’t always go to plan. When serious illness affects a child, family life is turned upside down and time becomes more precious than ever. Rainbow Trust pairs each family with a dedicated expert Family Support Worker to help them face and make the most of each new day. Our Family Support Workers are there for the whole family, to help with whatever they need, so that they don’t have to manage alone.
Bake on your own and donate, or get together with others however you can, whether your household or a small group in your garden, or you can even go virtual! There are so many ways you can have fun and raise vital funds to help families with a seriously ill child when they need it, now more than ever.
We have everything you need to make your #GreatRainbowBake a success. Get your (oven) mitts on these handy resources by signing up today:

Bake sale posters and social media icons
Invitations and e-invites
Cake labels
Bunting
Rainbow recipes

…and more!
We’ll send you a downloadable pack to get started and other goodies over the coming weeks to help make your baking and fundraising a piece of cake.
Everyone can take part – whether you’re a star baker, complete beginner or simply want to have some fun with the kids. Don’t worry about flour in hair, dough on faces or colouring on fingertips; simply create your rainbow bake and share your pictures with us using #GreatRainbowBake
So get silly, get messy, get baking!
Click here to find out more

Destination Space(port) at the National Space Centre
2020-08-08 - 2020-09-07
Are you ready for take-off? The UK is go for launch!
As part of our Destination Space programme, this summer holiday we will be blasting off from the UK, thanks to some brand-new Spaceports.
With the UK government announcing a new spaceport in the north of Scotland, and Cornwall partnering with Virgin Orbit to launch small satellites from its airport, we could see the first launches from the UK as early as 2021.
Join us as we find out what this means for the UK space industry and when you can see a live launch in action. Included in your first visit is access to the exhibition, a Planetarium show and lot of additional talks, activities and workshops.
Find out more here!

Bristol International Balloon Fiesta Virtual Nightglow
2020-08-08 22:00 - 23:00
Saturday 8th August at 9pm will see the event’s iconic nightglow take place virtually, featuring 12 hot air balloons and their crews.
The production will feature some incredible special effects and a light show, as well as some special surprises, all to a soundtrack produced by BBC Radio Bristol.
This year’s nightglow will be closed to the public and subsequently broadcast on Saturday at 9pm, coinciding with the timing of the traditional Fiesta nightglow.
The nightglow has been made possible by the voluntary efforts of the production team and companies behind the fiesta including Richmond Event Management, Flo Gas, Skyburst and Utopium, as well as ballooning teams volunteering their time to make this happen.
Find out more here

Odd Socks Summer Camp
2020-08-14 - 2020-09-02
Are you ready for some fun this summer?
Over the next 5 weeks the Odd Socks Summer Camp will be bringing you missions from Andy and each of the Odd Socks to help you become a fully fledged member of the band!
There’s a certificate to collect every week and if you complete all 5 missions you’ll get your very own “I’m an Odd Sock” badge.
Share your creations by using the #oddsockssummercamp.
Take part here

London Transport Museum Depot Is Open This Summer
2020-08-19 - 2020-08-31
London Transport Museums Acton Depot is opening it’s doors this month for 10 days!
Visit the museum full of amazing transport artefacts from the past August 19-23 and August 26-30 2020.
The Depot houses most of London Transport Museum’s extensive collection – over 320,000 artefacts from the Capital’s transport history. The new summer season has been designed especially for families, giving them the chance to explore this rarely seen transport treasure trove during the summer holidays after months in lockdown.
A family-friendly trail will take people on a journey through the Depot to discover the stories of historic vehicles which served passengers over the last 200 years, including a yellow Victorian horse drawn ‘garden seat’ bus dating from 1881 to a shiny red 1938 Stock Tube train filled with stylish Art Deco touches.
Find out more here
