Tuesday 1st December
Online events / webinars
Join Professor Maria Charalambides for Science Breaks as she discusses her work on engineering better-tasting, healthier chocolate.
Wee Willie & the King’s Silver Trousers: A Tale of Medieval Arms & Armour from the Society of Antiquaries Library
This talk deals with some of the City’s top spooks, plus a few more from all over London.
![Online Talk: Haunted London]()
This lecture will use examples – from a report on Coronavirus to a popular soap about rural life – to explore and compare with Western beliefs.
![Seeing China Through Its Media]()
Emma Chapman will tell us what happened after the Big Bang what it can teach us about the Universe today.
![First light: Switching on stars at the dawn of time]()
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Wednesday 2nd December
Online events / webinars
Butchers from Borough Market’s Northfield Farm to show off different ways of preparing a classic porchetta.
![Masterclass: Northfield Farm]()
A talk about an iconic chair in the Emery Walker House, but was it made by a bodger?
![Philip Clissett and the 'Bodger' Conundrum']()
10 Years since its restoration,Michel Snodin and Carole Patey, both Trustees in 2010 and central figures in the restoration, discuss the hurdles and triumphs in rebuilding Horace Walpole’s inspirational ‘little gothic castle’.
![Restoring Horace Walpole's 'little gothic castle', with Michael Snodin and Carole Patey]()
This lecture looks at how this dramatic change was pushed through despite formidable opposition.
![England’s Unwanted Reformation]()
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Thursday 3rd December
Online events / webinars
Join our panel of experts to address this question and discover the incredible opportunities provided by digital technologies in mitigating climate change and helping us to achieve net zero.
![You and the planet: technology]()
Zandra will be in conversation with the Fashion Museum's Head of Exhibitions, Dennis Nothdruft.
![Zandra Rhodes In Conversation]()
How do we investigate violent and unexpected deaths at the inquest?
![Who Investigates Sudden Death?]()
Toni Mount discusses how a Lincolnshire farm boy became one of the most influential scientists of all time
![The World of Isaac Newton with Tony Mount]()
Discover the reality of peacetime conscription and its impact on Britain with Professor Richard Vinen.
![National Service: A Generation in Uniform]()
Celebrate the cultural diversity of the Arctic and its importance to us all at this special Online Late.
![Magnetic North: voices from the Indigenous Arctic]()
A virtual tour to explore themes of identity, art, immigration and social change in one of London most dynamic areas.
![Brixton - Look Up London Virtual Walking Tour]()
An evening of three talks about Stoke Newington's history from different perspectives
![Stoke Newington History Talks]()
A talk about the Limehouse hydraulic accumulator tower and the history of hydraulic power.
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Friday 4th December
Online events / webinars
Join Dr Christopher Knowles as he looks at the roles of four British individuals shaping the British occupation in Germany following the Second World War.
![Reconstruction, Renewal and Reconciliation in Occupied Germany]()
While we can give the era a grateful nod for the Christmas tree, carols and crackers, let’s be honest - it’s really all about the food.
![Potatoes, Plum Pudding and Peacock: eating with the Victorians at Christmas]()
Nick Hall looks at British tourists' views of the USSR.
![The Other Side of the Picture: Soviet City & Countryside in 1930s Britain]()
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Saturday 5th December
Watch a fleet of vintage Routemaster buses on route 159
Fulham Palace's outdoor/indoor Christmas market which includes fine foods and gifts, perfect for buying some thoughtful presents.
A note that a steam train will run through South London in the morning, returning later in the afternoon.
![Train to loop around Sth London]()
Fun and fascinating walk through Spitalfields' hidden history
11am to 12:30pm
Whitechapel
![The Spirit of Spitalfields - London Walking Tour]()
Southwark Cathedral invite all amateur and professional photographers to spend an atmospheric evening in the Cathedral during advent.
![Christmas Candlelit Photography Evening with Organ]()
Online events / webinars
Get behind the scenes at IWM as two curators discuss their new books and share their experience of diving into the collections.
![IWM In Conversation: Christmas at War & Painting 1940s London]()
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Sunday 6th December
Fulham Palace's outdoor/indoor Christmas market which includes fine foods and gifts, perfect for buying some thoughtful presents.
Better than half price entry to the Painted Hall on the first Sunday of the month.
![Monthly cheap entry to the Painted Hall]()
Monthly opening of London's original international airport - in Croydon.
![Monthly open day at Croydon Airport]()
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Monday 7th December
Online events / webinars
This lecture will consider the prevention and treatment of these cancers.
![Bowel Cancer and Digestive Cancers]()
A panel of expert scientists explore the science behind the pandemic, and discuss what it is about this particular virus that makes it so infectious and potentially life-threatening on an unprecedented global scale.
![The what, the how and the why of the pandemic]()
This illustrated online talk will delve into the wonderfully rich world of Christmas customs and folklore, past and present.
![The 12 Plants of Christmas – Wreaths, Raisins and Roasties!]()
The story about the crashed test flight for a revolutionary new radar system during WW2.
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Tuesday 8th December
Online events / webinars
A talk and live experiment, where author and historian Jessica Borge will recreate some of the 1960s consumer tests of condoms.
![Condoms in the Kitchen]()
A glimpse into secret tunnels, abandoned stations and haunted lines running under our great city.
![Folklore of Underground London with Antony Clayton]()
Dame Sally Davies and Jonathan Pearson-Stuttard discuss the future of public health
![Whose health is it anyway?]()
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Wednesday 9th December
Online events / webinars
This Virtual Private View will launch the Petrie Museum’s brand new Entrance Gallery and tell the story of the cast of characters who were influential in creating the museum.
![Extraordinary Stories from the Petrie Museum]()
Is Santa really Dutch? Were Christmas Trees introduced by Prince Albert? Was Christmas once a time of faith, rather than riotous feasting?
![Christmas Lies and Legends]()
Find out how James Bond got his style from the tailors of Westminster.
![Dressed to Kill: The West End tailors who suited James Bond]()
A seminar on the possible technical challenges of a manned space mission to Mars.
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Thursday 10th December
Dark Arts & Crafts, bizarre bric-a-brac, macabre merchandise, tarot reading, illustration, toys, pyrography, embroidery jewellery, comix and witch vintage.
![Satanic Winter Fayre]()
A note that a fireworks display will take place this evening or tomorrow evening.
Online events / webinars
This event focus is primarily on students, early career, young professionals with the presentation focus being aimed at this audience.
Join Ian Baker, author of Tibetan Yoga: Principles and Practices, alongside Tibetan Buddhist teacher and traditional doctor Nida Chenagtsang, for an exploration into this lesser-known tradition.
![Tibetan yoga: practices and principles]()
Join the authors of 'Repurposing the Green Belt in the 21st Century', including The Bartlett's Peter Bishop, as they discuss their new work.
![Book Launch: Repurposing the Green Belt in the 21st Century]()
Join Claire and the rest of the panel as they explore the impact that social and political adjustments have had on their own lives and what they’d like to see in the future to increase accessibility in society.
This lecture shows how Ord built on Arthur Mann’s pioneering work with King’s Choir and created a singing style that transformed choral performance internationally.
![Boris Ord‘s King’s College Carols]()
David Hu shows how animals have adapted and evolved to traverse their environments, taking advantage of physical laws with results that are startling and ingenious.
![How to walk on water and climb up walls]()
An unusual opportunity to hear tales of some of the most fascinating and inspirational people in history who are buried at Highgate Cemetery
![A Victorian Valhalla: Eleanor Marx, Adam Worth, John Atcheler]()
Apples Wassails, Doll Wassails, Visiting Wassails & the Bowl will be discussed in an online slideshow followed by a Zoom session with storytelling & song.
![The Wassail]()
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Friday 11th December
Hampton Court Palace courtyards and East Front gardens will be transformed into a food-lover's Christmas wonderland.
10am to 4:30pm
East Molesey
![Festive Fayre at Hampton Court Palace]()
Dark Arts & Crafts, bizarre bric-a-brac, macabre merchandise, tarot reading, illustration, toys, pyrography, embroidery jewellery, comix and witch vintage.
![Satanic Winter Fayre]()
A note that a fireworks display will take place this evening or tomorrow evening.
Late-night opening of the museum along with the Derek Jarman exhibition and a floodlit church.
![Late opening at the Garden Museum]()
Leave thoughts of the pandemic and misery at the Cemetery Park gates and immerse yourself in gritty, warts-and-all East End history.
![12 Graves of Christmas: Cemetery Club Tours]()
Online events / webinars
David Hammond explores the role and influence, both cultural and military, of British Army music between the two world wars.
![British Army Music in the Interwar Years]()
This presentation will also touch upon five decades of change since and how far Everest links are to be found in the City and surrounding areas.
![Mount Everest: A 45 Year Perspective]()
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Saturday 12th December
The new Midland Pullman will make its maiden journey from St Pancras station.
![See the Midland Pullman pass through North London]()
Hampton Court Palace courtyards and East Front gardens will be transformed into a food-lover's Christmas wonderland.
10am to 4:30pm
East Molesey
![Festive Fayre at Hampton Court Palace]()
Dark Arts & Crafts, bizarre bric-a-brac, macabre merchandise, tarot reading, illustration, toys, pyrography, embroidery jewellery, comix and witch vintage.
![Satanic Winter Fayre]()
A note that a steam train will leave Victoria station at lunchtime and loop around south London, returning later in the day.
![Steam train to loop around Sth London]()
Leave thoughts of the pandemic and misery at the Cemetery Park gates and immerse yourself in gritty, warts-and-all East End history.
![12 Graves of Christmas: Cemetery Club Tours]()
Online events / webinars
Fun and fascinating walk showcasing Bermondsey's hidden history
![Bermondsey: Off The Beaten Track - Look Up London Walking Tour]()
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Sunday 13th December
Hampton Court Palace courtyards and East Front gardens will be transformed into a food-lover's Christmas wonderland.
10am to 4:30pm
East Molesey
![Festive Fayre at Hampton Court Palace]()
Dark Arts & Crafts, bizarre bric-a-brac, macabre merchandise, tarot reading, illustration, toys, pyrography, embroidery jewellery, comix and witch vintage.
![Satanic Winter Fayre]()
A wide variety of stalls sited around the park will be selling gifts produced by local makers.
Leave thoughts of the pandemic and misery at the Cemetery Park gates and immerse yourself in gritty, warts-and-all East End history.
![12 Graves of Christmas: Cemetery Club Tours]()
A mind-bending musical voyage through space and time, set to a soundtrack inspired by the great unknowns of the Universe.
![The Cosmos with Professor Brian Cox & BBC SO]()
Online events / webinars
Fun-filled walks uncovering Fleet Street's hidden history
![Secrets of Fleet Street - London Walking Tour]()
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Monday 14th December
Unfortunately, there seems to be nothing special happening today. Sorry about that!
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Tuesday 15th December
Online events / webinars
Their conversation will explore the historic destruction of libraries and archives, many of the names of which are written into the walls of the library of exile.
![Burning the Books: Richard Ovenden and Edmund de Waal in conversation]()
Jonathan Slaght, conservationist, researcher and expert on Blakiston's fish owl, tells the story of how he saved the world's largest owl.
![Owls of the Eastern Ice, with Jonathan Slaght]()
A virtual tour of Art Deco New York with author Anthony Robins
![ART DECO NEW YORK - 42nd Street East to West with]()
From the edge of our solar system to battling an artificial intelligence takeover, we will see the point of mathematics after all.
![What's the point: why maths really matters]()
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Wednesday 16th December
Online events / webinars
Lucy Worsley is joined by food historian, Richard Fitch and Public Historian, Charles Farris for a whistle-stop tour of Christmas traditions through the ages.
![Christmas through the ages]()
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Thursday 17th December
A notice that the Thames Barrier and the Barking Barrier will have their monthly test closures today.
![Thames and Barking barrier monthly closures]()
Online events / webinars
Learn more about the history of the Bank of England, and find out how their work has changed since they were founded in 1694.
A tour which takes you from Vincent Van Gogh's workplace in 1873/4 to his lodgings, exploring what London would have been like then.
![Virtual Tour - In Vincent's Footsteps: from Covent Garden to Stockwell]()
Julia Black, as she interviews former Governor of the Bank of England and UN Special Envoy for Climate Action and Finance, Mark Carney.
![Can the world become net carbon zero? Mark Carney in conversation]()
A talk about the war beneath the trenches in which an ancient method of warfare was revived on a massive scale using modern technology and a highly skilled civilian workforce.
![In The Dark: Underground Warfare 1914-1918]()
An unusual opportunity to hear tales of some of the most fascinating and inspirational people in history who are buried at Highgate Cemetery
![A Victorian Valhalla: ‘Numismafia’, Radclyffe Hall, Robert Liston]()
The talk will include some of the often hilarious threats from one magician to the other, as well as examine magic's enormous popularity in the nineteenth century until Barney's dramatic finale in 1858.
![Abney Park's Duelling Wizards with Sam Perrin]()
Enjoy a specially-curated tour of the five-star exhibition from the comfort of your home.
![Electronic: From Kraftwerk to The Chemical Brothers -The Virtual Tour]()
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Friday 18th December
This NLA Breakfast Talk presents the plans to refresh Regent Street that are currently underway to improve this key historic street of the West End.
![The new face of Regent Street]()
Leave thoughts of the pandemic and misery at the Cemetery Park gates and immerse yourself in gritty, warts-and-all East End history.
![12 Graves of Christmas: Cemetery Club Tours]()
Online events / webinars
To mark the International Migrants' Day, this talk explores how emigration affects those left behind
![Can You Run Away From Sorrow? with Ivana Bajic-Hajdukovic]()
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Saturday 19th December
The London Artisan lets you meet, and buy from Designer Makers. Support an independent business this Christmas.
![The London Artisan]()
Rummage through a selection of salvaged treasures from over 30 handpicked vintage traders.
11am to 6pm
Stoke Newington
![Hackney Flea-mas Market]()
Every Sat & Sun in December, there will be free horse and carriage rides around Chelsea.
![Horse and carriage rides around Chelsea]()
Online events / webinars
Leave thoughts of the pandemic and misery at the Cemetery Park gates and immerse yourself in gritty, warts-and-all East End history.
![12 Graves of Christmas: Cemetery Club Tours]()
Join three tour guides after a nightmare year as we take a look at one of London's top tourist destinations, suitably lubricated
![Drunk History: The Statues & Riots of Trafalgar Square]()
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Sunday 20th December
The market will feature up to 40 stalls selling a wide variety of vegan food, cosmetics, ethical clothing and locally made arts and crafts.
![Croydon Vegan Market]()
The London Artisan lets you meet, and buy from Designer Makers. Support an independent business this Christmas.
![The London Artisan]()
Rummage through a selection of salvaged treasures from over 30 handpicked vintage traders.
11am to 6pm
Stoke Newington
![Hackney Flea-mas Market]()
Every Sat & Sun in December, there will be free horse and carriage rides around Chelsea.
![Horse and carriage rides around Chelsea]()
Online events / webinars
Join letterpress enthusiast Simon Trewin via zoom in his Brixton studio and explore his collection of historic vintage printing presses, wooden type and metal illustration blocks.
![Vintage Christmas Card Letterpress Printing]()
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Monday 21st December
Online events / webinars
A light-hearted look at Christmas from its origins as a pre-Christian festival right up to the modern-day commercialised celebration.
![A History of Christmas - An Online Talk by Nick Dobson]()
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Tuesday 22nd December
Online events / webinars
These snowy stories come from Russia, Germany and Scandinavia, and will fill you with the magic of Christmas.
![Winter Fairy Tales]()
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Wednesday 23rd December
Unfortunately, there seems to be nothing special happening today. Sorry about that!
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Christmas Eve
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Christmas Day
To watch only - an annual tradition of a cold morning swim in the Serpentine Lake.
![The 'Peter Pan Cup' Christmas Morning Handicap Swim]()
London Fields Lido and the West Reservoir will open on Christmas morning for those wishing to brave an invigorating morning swim.
![London Fields Lido and the West Reservoir open on Christmas Day]()
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Boxing Day
Every Sat & Sun in December, there will be free horse and carriage rides around Chelsea.
![Horse and carriage rides around Chelsea]()
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Sunday 27th December
Every Sat & Sun in December, there will be free horse and carriage rides around Chelsea.
![Horse and carriage rides around Chelsea]()
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Monday 28th December
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Tuesday 29th December
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Wednesday 30th December
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Thursday 31st December
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