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Things To Do for Under £15

Indulge in a cultural extravaganza in South Kensington without emptying your wallet. Take a leisurely stroll through the stunning Royal Parks, soak up the buzzing atmosphere of South Kensington or immerse yourself in captivating exhibitions- all within your budget of £15 or less.

Fashioning the Crown (Livestream)

25th Feb
7 - 8 pm
V&A South Kensington
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Join bestselling author Justine Picardie in conversation with V&A senior curator Oriole Cullen for a compelling history of the Crown told through the lens of royal fashion.

Kristina Blahnik in Conversation (Livestream)

23rd Feb
7 - 8pm
V&A South Kensington
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Join Kristina Blahnik, CEO of luxury house Manolo Blahnik for a look at how the company champions craftmanship, balancing tradition with innovation.

100 Years of Leighton House After-Hours

19th Feb
5.30 pm - 8.30 pm
Leighton House and Sambourne House
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Experience the magic of the historic house after dark and explore three exhibitions marking 100 years since Frederic Leighton’s former studio‑home first opened as a museum. Enjoy live music, browse the shop, and relax at the paid bar.

Enchanted Creatures and How to Become One

26th May 2026
10.30 am, 1.30 pm
Royal Albert Hall
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Bring animated tales from around the world to life with a live score performed on hand-crafted instruments made by young people from the Wilderwoods education initiative, alongside contributions from four continents.

The Selfish Giant

18th Feb 2026
11 am, 1.30 pm
Royal Albert Hall
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Experience this enchanting musical opera adaptation of the famous children's story by Oscar Wilde, With catchy tunes and music, follow the journey of a reclusive giant whose heart transforms as he discovers the joy of sharing.

Family Fun: Food & Nature

18th April
11am & 2.30pm
Leighton House and Sambourne House
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This workshop will find out what types, how much & where our food is grown around the world. By exploring the foods we grow in the UK, recognising seasonal food & understanding ‘food miles’, parents can engage with their children how beneficial it is to work with nature & grow foods ourselves.