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£1 tickets for a day visit to Kensington Palace

Kensington Palace
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1 tickets for a day visit to Kensington Palace are available to anyone in receipt of specific financial support. You can claim £1 tickets for up to six people per household.

100 Years of Leighton House After-Hours

19th Feb
5.30 - 8.30pm
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. Bring friends, unwind, and explore — all included in general admission.

A Beautiful Planet 3D (U)

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Science Museum
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Experience Earth like never before in a breath-taking portrait of the planet captured from the International Space Station on the biggest screen in Europe. See fantastic images of the Earth from the Space Station and gain a new understanding of how wonderful and unique our planet is.

A Night of Comedy

24th March
7:30pm
Royal Albert Hall
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Robert has personally selected an unbeatable line-up featuring Maisie Adam, Bridget Christie, Jack Dee, Andy Hamilton, Dom Joly, Miles Jupp, Athena Kugblenu, Stewart Lee and Dara Ó Briain.

Image credit: © 3s Architects & Designers

A Taste of Germany

Daily
12 pm - 9 pm last food orders
Stein's Berlin
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Combine a German film, language lesson or a visit to the library at the Goethe-Institut London with a visit to Stein’s Berlin restaurant. The restaurant offers a journey through all of Germany's kitchen in a well-designed contemporary and cosy atmosphere.

After:hours adult education

Various dates and times
Imperial College London
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Join adult education days and evening classes at Imperial. From humanities and science to art and creative writing. Open to everyone.

Afternoon Tea and Tour

Various dates
Various times
Natural History Museum
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Take a tour of the beautiful gardens and the highlights of the Museums collections before enjoying a nature-themed afternoon tea in the magnificent member’s room.

Afternoon tea at the Royal Albert Hall

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2-4.30pm
Royal Albert Hall
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The Royal Albert Hall has been observing the tradition of afternoon tea for over 100 years! Their menu features classic finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones and a whimsical mix of classically-inspired cakes as a nod to the legendary performances that take place the our stage.

Akira

Tue-Sat
Lunch 12 - 3 pm; Afternoon Tea 2.30 - 5 pm; Dinner 6 - 11 pm
Japan House London
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Located on the first floor of Japan House London. Akira presents an authentic Japanese dining experience based on the ‘trinity of cooking’ principles – food, tableware and presentation. Takeaway services offered.

American Photographs

Until 16th May 2027
10am-6pm
V&A South Kensington
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The V&A's collection of photography from the United States – one of the largest outside North America – reveals the breadth of the country's photographic traditions and the central role of image-making in American life. This event is free.

Antarctica 3D (U)

Dates and times vary
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Science Museum
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With never-before-seen footage and the latest underwater filming techniques, this epic documentary transports you to the farthest reaches of this majestic land and reveals that what happens there affects every single one of us.

Astronights

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Science Museum
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If your child has ever wanted to explore the museum after dark, or if the idea of spending the night in one an iconic galleries fills them with excitement, then they’ll love Astronights, a sleepover at the Museum!

BBC World Service: The Engineers

Royal Commission for the Exhibition 1851
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Each summer, the Royal Commission for the Exhibition of 1851 holds an Albertopolis event in partnership with the BBC World Service bringing together three ground-breaking engineers and a public audience.

Behind the Scenes Tour: Spirit Collection

Daily
11 - 11.45 am, 3 - 3.45 pm
Natural History Museum
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Go behind the scenes with our knowledgeable science educators for a 45-minute behind-the-scenes tour of the Museum's fascinating zoology collection preserved in spirit.

Blitz: the club that shaped the 80s

20 Sept 2025 — 29 March 2026
10am-6pm
Design Museum
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Delve into the music, fashion, and design stories that shaped Blitz – the club, the people, and the movement that transformed 1980s London style.

Blyth Gallery

Monday to Friday
10 am- 5 pm
Imperial College London
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The Blyth Gallery, curated by Mindy Lee, is an artist-run space for creative exploration of ambitious visual projects. Exhibitions include Imperial College students and staff shows, exhibitions of postgraduate Fine Art student work and work by visiting professional artists.

Boating on the Serpentine

Daily except Nov- March (Wed - Sun)
From 10am (closing times vary)
Hyde Park
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Head to the Serpentine Bar & Kitchen to hire a boat over the summer. Recognised as one of the most famous boating spots in London, Hyde Park is the perfect place to take in the scenery, enjoy an ice cream and float down the Serpentine in the middle of the park.

Book Your Free Entrance Ticket to the Natural History Museum

Daily
10 am – 5.50 pm
Natural History Museum
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Book your free timed entry ticket to the Natural History Museum and explore the nation’s finest collection of natural history specimens.

Book your free entrance ticket to the Science Museum

Daily
10 am - 6 pm
Science Museum
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Head to the Science Museum website to book your free admission tickets and explore their incredible galleries and exhibitions this summer.

BST Hyde Park 2026

27th June - 11th July
2 - 10.30 pm
Hyde Park
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London’s summer extravaganza American Express presents BST Hyde Park returns with a huge line-up of stars – including: Garth Brooks, Maroon 5, Mumford & Sons, Pitbull & Lewis Capaldi

Image credit: Andy Stagg 2023

Café & Restaurant: Friends Of Ours at Serpentine North

Tuesday - Sunday
8.30am - 4.30pm
Serpentine
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Enjoy brunch, lunch, coffee & drinks at the café and restaurant at Serpentine North. Friends Of Ours offer creative seasonal menus, locally sourced produce and friendly, relaxed service.

Can you design a colour-changing object?

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Design Museum
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Emma-Jayne Parkes uses her design skills and a special type of ‘smart’ material to change the perception of a grey, rainy day. Discover more about her Squid London’s colour changing umbrella!

Cartier

12th April- 16th Nov 2025
10am - 5:45pm
V&A South Kensington
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A major exhibition featuring more than 350 objects, charting the evolution of Cartier's legacy of art, design and craftsmanship since the turn of the 20th century.

Children & Families at The Royal Albert Hall

Royal Albert Hall
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The Royal Albert Hall have a wide range of shows and events for children and families to get involved in, which all promise an unforgettable day out. From storytelling for babies and toddlers to interactive concerts featuring Albert’s Band, there is something to fascinate and inspire children of every age.