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Win Afternoon Tea for Two at The Kensington Plus 2x Tickets to Hallyu: The Korean Wave

Win 2x Tickets to The Kensington’s new ‘80 Days Around the World: Tastes to Transport You’ Afternoon Tea plus 2x tickets to the V&A’s blockbuster exhibition ‘Hallyu: The Korean Wave’!

Win 2x Tickets to Black Panther in Concert

We have partnered up with The Royal Albert Hall to offer you the opportunity to win 2x tickets to Black Panther in Concert!

The Great Exhibition Road Festival is Back!

Join us on 17-18 June 2023 to celebrate the power of awe and wonder to inspire us, motivate change and spark innovation, with a weekend of free science and arts events for all ages.

Inaugural Ramadan Pavilion Opens in the V&A’s Exhibition Road Courtyard

The V&A in collaboration with the Ramadan Tent Project present The Ramadan Pavilion 2023, a purpose-built architectural installation inspired by the holy month of Ramadan.

Quiet and scenic walking routes around South Ken

If you’re planning your trip to South Kensington, why not take a look at our brand new walking map, created in collaboration with Footways. Get off the tube a stop early and explore London’s home of arts, science and inspiration by foot.

A Memorable Mothers Day in South Kensington!

Mother's Day is the perfect opportunity to show your appreciation for one of the most important women in your life. And what better way to do so than by treating her to a day out in South Kensington?

Learn a New Skill in South Ken

Discover one day workshops and weekly lectures on a range of topics with leading experts in the heart of London’s cultural district. And if you have little ones, there are many great opportunities for fun, hands-on workshops that will fire up their creativity too!

The Restoration of Dora House

With its rich artistic history and ornate architecture, Dora House has long been a South Kensington landmark. Yet, it was in urgent need of repair. And now, as we enter the final month of the year, The Royal Society of Sculptors are delighted to announce that the external restoration is complete.

An Exciting Year Ahead in South Ken

As we wave goodbye to the fantastic year of exciting events, exhibitions, movies and workshops that we have seen in South Kensington throughout 2022, it is time to look ahead to the New Year and all it has to offer.

Valentine's Day in South Kensington

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, love is in the air in South Kensington. Whether you’re looking to impress a new beau, surprise your other half or you’re spending February 14th spreading the love of friendship, we have you covered!

Engineers Gallery to Open at Science Museum in June 2023!

In June 2023, the Science Museum will open an ambitious new gallery dedicated to world-changing engineering innovations and the diverse and fascinating range of people behind them.

National Education Nature Park and Climate Action Award Scheme at the Natural History Museum

The Natural History Museum have been chosen as the lead partner by The Department of Education to deliver a new National Education Nature Park and Climate Action Award Scheme.

Spotlight on Nature and Climate Change

As London’s home of arts and science, South Kensington and its scientists, designers, engineers and artists are dedicated to addressing the key challenges facing our world, offering a range of inspiring events and exhibitions that are exploring the road to a greener future.

Life-size replica rocket landed in South Ken

In partnership with the UK Space Agency and Virgin Orbit, we hosted a 72ft (22m) life-size replica of the first rocket, displayed outside the Science Museum in London.

London's Royal Parks receives Green Flag award

London's Royal Parks have been recognised as among the best in the UK, after all of them received Green Flag awards this year - the international quality mark for parks and green spaces.

Kaleidoscopic Minds - Thinking Differently

Local artist, Azarra Amoy, celebrates neurodiverse people and their contribution to the arts and sciences in South Kensington, through a series of colourful kaleidoscopic artworks on Exhibition Road.