Things To Do This Weekend In London: 20-21 July 2019
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See the State Rooms at Buckingham Palace GREEN FEST FILM: This 9-day film festival consists of two daily film screenings, each dealing with environmental issues and the question of a greener lifestyle. Our favorites this weekend are the anti-Wilder documentary Chasing The Thunder and the family-friendly movie Babe: Pig in the City. Regent's Place, free, just show up, 17th-26th July
SCIENTIFIC FESTIVAL: Kew is more than just a pretty garden - there's a lot of botany behind the scenes, and the family-friendly Kew Science Festival is an opportunity to learn all about it. The topic is "rare and threatened". Staff members offer pop-up science sessions, behind-the-scenes tours, hands-on activities, lectures and shows. Kew Gardens, included in the shot, just show up, 19th-21st July
BOTANICAL MARKET: At the Green Rooms Botanical Market, you can stock up on houseplants of all kinds. Browse plants, herbs, pots, planters, terrariums and other plant care equipment and get tips from advice and workshops. Canopy Market (King's Cross), free admission, easy turn up,19th-21st July
MOON FESTIVAL: There is a double dose of moon celebrations in southeast London. The Moon Festival includes art exhibitions, musical performances, pop-up lectures, moon gardens, moonlighting screenings, nighttime night markets and street parties. Woolwich, different prices, book in advance, 19th-26th July, In the meantime, the largest British exhibition on the subject of the moon will be opened in Greenwich. Moon samples and artworks are shown side by side showing what we have learned from the moon. National Maritime Museum (Greenwich), £ 9, book in advance, July 19 - January 5
Take part in the Nat Geo Traveler Food Festival LAMBETH COUNTRY SHOW: Thousands upon thousands of people come to Brockwell Park every year to attend the Lambeth Country Show, a huge free event that is partly an agricultural show, part music festival, part food and beverage market. Meet animals from Vauxhall City Farm, watch live Samba performances, rummage through street food stalls, local community stalls and charities ... and that barely scrapes the surface. Brockwell Park, free admission, just show up, 20th-21st July
SUMMER FAIR: Throughout the weekend, the Summer Fair, animal demonstrations, crafts and food stalls will be held on the grounds of Morden Hall Park. It's worth visiting the rest of the National Trust property while you're there. In the summer, it's best if wild life, plants and trees are in full bloom. Morden Hall Park, £ 7.50 / £ 6 / £ 3, just show up, 20th-21st July>
NATIONAL CITY PARK FESTIVAL: Dozens of events celebrate London's natural wonders at the National Park City Festival - our choices include open rooftops, watersport taster courses and documentary films, but there's much more to the program. Different locations, free, 20th-28th July, As part of the festival, National Park City is taking over the National Theater's River Stage this weekend. South Bank, free, just show up, 19th-21st July
FOOD FESTIVAL: At the National Geographic Traveler Food Festival, you can enjoy food and drinks from around the world. Try dishes from different cuisines, learn more about them - and how to prepare them at home - in the culinary theater and hear foodwriters talk about their work. Business Design Center (Islington), £ 22, to book in advance, 20th-21st July
A new exhibition about the jewelry brand Tatty Devine BUCKINGHAM PALACE: It's this time of year when Buckingham Palace opens its doors and invites the public to select rooms. Experience the splendor of the Ballroom, the Throne Room and the Picture Gallery, where various important events and gatherings have taken place. End your tour in the garden, where there is a café overlooking the lawn. There is also a special exhibition on how Queen Victoria transformed the palace. Buckingham Palace, £ 25, book in advance, July 20th - September 29th
HUMAN TOWER: Help build a new tower in the City of London and then overthrow it again. The Volksturm is a project by the artist Olivier Grossetête, inviting the public to build a 20-meter tower of cardboard boxes on Saturday ... and demolish it on Sunday. Guildhall Yard, free, just turn up, 20th-21st July
EDWARD MUNCH: Time is running out to watch the blockbuster exhibition Edvard Munch at the British Museum. A copy of the artist's most famous work, The Scream, can be seen, but it's also a chance to see some of his lesser-known paintings in a scary show. British Museum, £ 17, book in advance, until the 21st of July
TATTY DEVINE: The jewelry brand Tatty Devine has become very popular in recent years for their statement jewelry. Learn more about the history and goals of the company, which began as the Spitalfields market stall in the 1990s, and see some of the most famous pieces, including a lobster necklace, at this Crafts Council exhibit. Lethaby Gallery (King's Cross), for free, just show up, July 20th - August 11th
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Do you have a lot of clothes, but nothing to wear? You must be aware of the Comfort Swap Shop, which was established in partnership with Cosmopolitan, Elle, and The Prince's Trust. Visit Brauerstraße 52 in Soho, Thursday, July 18, until Monday, July 22, and swap your beloved shoe for a fresh new look. And when we say fresh, we mean fresh - all items are washed and ironed with Comfort Intense to make them look as good as new.
The shop is well filled with hidden jewels by Oxfam and there are also items for sale. So, even if you recently have Marie Kondo-ed in your wardrobe, you can still get into the action. All proceeds go to The Prince's Trust, which gives young people access to education and work. Click here to book your free tickets.
Not only can you swap until you drop, you can also personalize your newly discovered treasures every day from 12:00 on a sticker in the shop. In addition, Sairey Stemp, senior fashion editor at Cosmopolitan, and ELLE accessories editor Molly Haylor will be hosting workshops on Thursday and Friday. Send an e-mail to hearstevents@hearst.co.uk to announce your interest in the styling session (Thursday, 6:00 pm to 6:30 pm) or the fashion industry entry workshop (Friday, 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm). Do not forget to look for competitions and giveaways in the shop - details will be posted in the store and everyone is invited to attend.
Saturday, July 20th
Pup Idol comes to Hampstead Archaeological stories: Shipwrecks, religion and ceramics are some of the topics that will be covered on a day of archeology talks. Find out in a series of expert talks about some of the shipwrecks found on the Thames, religious artifacts found by Mudlarks, and references to earlier performance venues in London. Southwark Cathedral, £ 10 / £ 8.50, book in advance, 10-16 clock
PUP IDOL: Dog charity All Dogs Matter hosts a dog show featuring dogs in the categories Cutest Pub, Golden Oldies and Best Rescue. A jury of prominent judges identifies the winners and there is also a lot of human conversation. Garden Gate Pub (Hampstead), £ 5 per entry, just show up signups from 11 o'clock
Ciderdog takes place in London Bridge CAREFUL DRINKING: The Mindful Drinking Festival at Club Soda is all about what you drink when you dodge the alcohol. Browse and buy non-alcoholic brands such as beer, wine and cider, and participate in talks and tastings with producers and experts. Spitalfields Market, for free, just show up, 11-17 clock
Taproom PARTY: At the other end of the scale, Fourpure Brewery is all about alcohol. The brewery based in Bermondsey celebrates the start of their new taproom with a party. There's live music all day long and burgers, hot dogs and fries at Oh My Dog! while exploring the new room ... and a lot of beer. Fourpure (Bermondsey), £ 5- £ 15, book in advance, 11-22 clock
Fourpure opens its new taproom STREET PARTY: The legendary Soho jazz club Ronnie Scott turns 60 and celebrates with an epic street party. The street is closed to traffic, while musicians offer live outdoor performances, with face painting and balloon modeling for kids, and pop-up bars to keep the refreshments flowing. Frith Street, free, just turn up, 12-18 clock
INTERNATIONAL BUSKING DAY: Over 50 acts will be performed on five stages at this International Busking Day event. A variety of singers, songwriters and street performers from London and beyond show their talents, and there are also discussions and events for up and coming musicians. Wembley Park, free, book in advance, 12-20 o'clock
The Candlelight Club takes place in a secret central location in London CIDERDOG: Apparently, London's biggest cider festival, Ciderdog, is now in its seventh year, offering more than 100 ciders and pears to try. Expect traditional mixes and cider, blended with passion fruit and blueberry, chilli and ginger - all worth £ 3.50 per pint. The Miller (London Bridge), free admission, just show up, 12-13 clock
CANDLELIGHT CLUB: Dance the night away at the Candlelight Club, a 1920s-style speakeasy in a central London location. Live music comes from the Lucky Dog Dance Band, with cabaret and cocktails to keep things alive. Secret central location, £ 25- £ 40, book in advance, 19-24 clock
R.e.m. SPECIAL: Indie Pop Club Night How does it feel to be loved? Host of a R.E.M. Special, playing hits from across the band career, including Radio Free Europe, Sun. Central Rain, Stand, it's the end of the world as we know it (and I feel good), and the human on the moon. Expect many jangly guitars. The Phoenix (Cavendish Square), £ 6, book in advance, 9pm
Sunday, July 21st
There is an open house at the Brompton Cemetery. Image: Shutterstock CROSSNESS OPEN DAY: Visit Joseph Bazalgette's "Cathedral of Wastewater", Crossness Pumping Station. Be enchanted by the sumptuously painted interior and learn a little about how the Victorian sewage system, to which it belonged, helped clean up London. The Crossness engines, Thames Water Sewage Treatment Works, £ 6, pay at the door, 10.30-16.00 clock
Kanalweg: Take a walk along the canal, which starts at Warwick Avenue and ends at Westbourne Park. Visit London's oldest nursery, take a look at the Trellick Tower and hear stories about the area. Warwick Avenue, £ 10, book in advance, 11-13.30
CEMETERY OPEN DAY: The Brompton Friends Cemetery offers an open house for guided tours of the historic catacombs. Other tours extend across the cemetery, with specialized events focusing on the trees and women buried in the cemetery. Entertainment comes in the form of music, storytelling and amateur drama. Brompton Cemetery, free entry (£ 5 fee for some of the tours), just show up, 11-17 clock
PARTY ON THE PIER: Chiswick Pier Trust organizes a free open day with boat rides, canoe taster lessons and children's river dives (it could get a bit soggy, so dress appropriately). Back in the dry, treat yourself to the barbeque and bar gifts, listen to live music and let the children paint their faces. Chiswick Pier, free, just show up, 11.30-16.00
SUMMER FESTIVAL: Portobello Green and its surroundings are alive with music and crowds at the Portobello Summer Festival. Be entertained not only by live performers and DJs, but also by skaters, break dancers and circus acts, and feast on the street stalls to keep up your energy levels. Portobello Green, free, just show up, 12-19 o'clock
The Nat Geo Traveler Food Festival continues throughout the weekend GAME MARKET: Retro video games, board games and similar items can be viewed and purchased on the London Gaming Market. Browse games, computers, consoles, artwork and posters, slot machines, and more, and meet other gamers. Royal National Hotel (Russell Square), £ 2 admission, just show up, from 12 o'clock (or pay £ 5 to enter at 11am)
BAND STAND MUSIC: Spend a lazy afternoon listening to live music at the bandstand in Regent's Park. Every Sunday in summer, a selection of bands perform against the backdrop of the lake for free. Bring your blanket and picnic or rent a deckchair and make an afternoon out of it. Regent's Park, free, just show up, 12.30-17.30
SWING DANCING: Put on your dancing shoes and jump into the swing evening - no matter how experienced you are. The event begins with a beginner's course so that anyone unfamiliar with the dance can get to know Lindy Hop before a social dance evening for all.Bishopsgate Institute (Liverpool Street), £ 10 / £ 8, book in advance, 18.30 clock
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