Showing posts with label london summer 2015. Show all posts
Showing posts with label london summer 2015. Show all posts

Friday, 29 May 2015

FRIDAY FEATURE: JUNE'S HOTTEST EVENTS

June's hottest events, so that you don't miss out....


Chesterton's Polo in the Park

Friday 5th - 7th June 2015

The weekend event at Hurlingham Park is to host the largest Polo event in Europe. Discerning visitors will enjoy at least three matches a day including an International England match on the Friday as well as plenty of bars, gardens and music. The Little Hooves Kid's Club will be holding events across the weekend also making sure that the little ones are entertained so mum and dad can enjoy a Pimm's or two.


Sunset Safari, ZSL London Zoo

Fridays from 5th June - 17th July 2015, 6pm until 10pm 

A safari in the city, the Sunset Safari begins at London Zoo's usual closing time and offers insight into the animals' daily routine as they begin to settle down for the night. The tour, action packed with animal feeds, talks and entertainment showcase the zoo's 750 different species from around the world. Visitors can opt for self-guided or premium guide tours led by a safari expert.


Trooping the Colour

Saturday 13th June 2015, 10am

Although the Queen's birthday is in April, the official celebration of the sovereign's birthday has always taken place on a weekend in June. A glorious event full of colour and pageantry, Trooping the Colour is an impressive display of regimental skill by the Queen's personal troops as they salute her on her birthday. Over 1400 officers and men are on parade as well as 200 horses and 400 musicians, visible from The Mall and some areas of St. James' Park, which is followed by a fly-over by the Royal Air Force.


Open Garden Squares Weekend

Saturday 13th-14th June 2015

An action packed weekend for those with a green fingered inclination, the weekend will see over 200 enchanting gardens with restricted access open to the public across 27 of London's Boroughs. From historic and traditional gardens to those with a more contemporary feel, the Open Garden Squares Weekend is a charming and relaxing event - especially if the weather holds out!


Royal Ascot

Tuesday 16th - 20th June 2015

The world's finest racehorses compete for prizes of up to £5.5 million in Britain's most valuable race meet. Over 18 group races take place, eight of which are in Group one, take place over four days of high fashion broadcast all over the world. The Royal Procession which heralds the start of each race day is quintessential Britain at its best.


Shoes: Pleasure and Pain

Saturday 13th June - 31st January 2016

Once again the Victoria and Albert impresses its visitors with an exhibition charting the cultural significance and the changing fashions of our favourite shoes throughout time. From Ancient Egyptian sandals to Marilyn Monroe heels, the V&A takes visitors on a fashionable journey through time.


Monday 29th June - 12th July 2015

The yearly tournament returns once again for two weeks of all things tennis, orderly queues and a little British rain. One of the most highly regarded titles in tennis will see players battle it out in singles and doubles to win up to £1.8 million.


Hampton Court Flower Show

Tuesday 30th June - 5th July 2015

The beauty of the Chelsea Flower Show is continued with the world's largest flower show also hosted by the Royal Horticultural Society. Taking place over six days, this year will see the show celebrating their 25th Silver Anniversary in style with special arrangements, historical gardens and a special rose marquee showcasing the Festival of Roses.


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Friday, 10 April 2015

FRIDAY FEATURE: THIS SUMMER'S HOTTEST EVENTS

If you're planning to visit London this summer, these are the hottest tickets in town. Whatever the weather London is a hive of activity, in the summer it is even more spectacular (if that's possible!) with countless things and places to see - tourist or age old inhabitant. This week we've decided to focus on our favourite time of the year and put together the events we'll most definitely be attending.

Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty

Since its recent opening Savage Beauty has been the hot topic on everyone's lips. More than two hundred of the late designer's original works will be on show, laid out in the style and structure of his world renown catwalk shows. A similar exhibition in New York presented one hundred of the British designer's works and was phenomenally successful, becoming one of New York's most visited exhibitions.

V&A Museum, Knightsbridge, Open until Sunday 2nd August 2015
Tickets: Free






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BBC Proms

A BBC tradition since 1895, each year the Proms delight classical music lovers with eight weeks of concerts at the Royal Albert Hall. Without the formalities one would expect at a classical concert, the Proms have a great sense of camaraderie and humour with decade old traditions such as 'Tennis', all in all they're a fantastic way to spend a summer's evening.

Royal Albert Hall, South Kensington, Friday 17th July - Saturday 12th September 2015
Tickets: Vary from £5 standing to £95 Box Seat 

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Wimbledon

No summer compilation would be complete without a mention of the notorious tennis championship which attracts the world's finest tennis players.

Wimbledon Park, Monday 29th June - Sunday 12th July 2015
Tickets: Extremely limited for the final matches.



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The Chelsea Flower Show

Every year the arrangements and gardens hosted by various organisations impress visitors with not only their design but also their underlying messages. A favourite among Royals and the social elite, it never disappoints.

Royal Hospital Chelsea, open to non-members 21st-23rd May 2015
Tickets: All Day £59

Why not check out our blog on this year's most anticipated gardens?


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Polo in the Park

A momentous occasion this year at the Hurlingham Club where it will play host to England's international polo team for the first time since 1939. This thrilling weekend combines fierce polo matches with world-class hospitality; with a shopping village offering a host of luxury items and food - all washed down with champagne and cocktails of course, this weekend is one of London's greatest outdoor events.

The Hurlingham Club SW6. 5th - 7th June 2015
 Tickets: Adults £30 - £45 depending on day       

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The Royal Ascot

The yearly horse races which have turned their thoroughbred participants into household names offer winners a jackpot of up to £5.5 million. A day at the Royal Ascot races offers a truly incomparable experience with six restaurants to choose from, three hours of races a day and a royal procession, The Royal Ascot is the event of London's social calendar.

Royal Ascot Racing Club, Tuesday 16th - Saturday 20th June 2015
Tickets: Adults £25 Grandstand Admission up to £85 Private Boxes, per day








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