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Top events in London on Thu 29th Nov 2018
A celebration of books, authors, mince pies, wine and festive entertainment.
6pm to 8pm
PicadillyScience and wildlife presenter Liz Bonnin examines one of the biggest environmental threats facing the modern world.
7pm to 8:30pm South Kensington
King Henry VIII is well known for his tumultuous relationships with women, but what do we see if we take a different look? When we see Henry through the men in his life.
7pm to 9pm Richmond
The launch of Graham and Stephen’s pioneering new book which is the first ever comprehensive history, guide and companion to the Guildhall, City of London.
6pm to 8pm City of London
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Ten Exhibitions That Are Closing Soon
Marking 250 years since Cook’s first voyage to the Pacific, celebrate the dazzling and diverse art of the region of Oceania, from the historic to the contemporary.
10am to 6pm Picadilly
Closing soon Mon, 10th Dec
Separating medicinal uses from medical myths, this small display looks at how our understanding of these plants has changed and investigate their use for healing today.
10am to 5pm Pimlico Closing soon Fri, 14th Dec
An exhibition featuring items from LSE Library collections related to the UK’s relationship in and out of the EU.
9am to 7pm Holborn Closing soon Fri, 14th Dec
The exhibition reveals the ‘behind the scenes’ of a pioneer excavation and research project of one of the most complex societies of its time.
10:30am to 8pm Euston Closing soon Sat, 15th Dec
A series of modern light installations will illuminate the 18th century gardens and architecture, giving visitors the chance to enjoy the Gardens in a different light, after dark.
5:30pm to 10pm Chiswick Closing soon Sun, 30th Dec
Fans which reflect the troubadour style and a return to the chivalric principles of the past will be on display alongside fans commemorating Napoleon and the return of his ashes to France in 1840.
11am to 5pm Greenwich Closing soon Sun, 30th Dec
Drawing on the resources of the National Jazz Archive the exhibition includes photos, posters, journals, video and memorabilia.
9:30am to 7:30pm Barbican Closing soon Mon, 31st Dec
In this solo show, artist-photographer Mark Neville documents the everyday life of Bethlem Royal Hospital, the oldest residential psychiatric treatment facility in the UK.
10am to 5pm Beckenham Ends on Fri, 4th Jan 2019
This Christmas, Kew Gardens will once again transform into a magical after dark explosion of festive colour
Starts at 5pm Richmond Ends on Sat, 5th Jan 2019
New and rarely seen works from the internationally renowned South African artist Athi-Patra Ruga.
11am to 8pm Strand Ends on Sun, 6th Jan 2019
Walking tours of London on Thursday 29th November 2018
A 90-minute walking tour as you explore the Barbican and discover the fascinating history behind the building of the Centre and the surrounding estate.
tba BarbicanTower Bridge opening times
Tower Bridge is not due to open today. The next scheduled opening is on Fri 30th Nov at 06:30pm
