The ianVisits guide to cheap and free things to do in London on Monday 21st August.


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Top events in London on Mon 21st Aug 2023

The Thames Flood Barrier is closed once a month for test purposes, where all the gates are closed at the same time.
2023-08-21
10:25am to 12:55pm
 
Woolwich
Monthly closure of the Thames Barrier
Woolwich

 

Ten Exhibitions That Are Closing Soon

Unforgotten Lives Outdoor Exhibition
This outdoor display presents the stories of Londoners of African, Caribbean, Asian and Indigenous heritage who lived and worked in the city between 1560 and 1860.
Unforgotten Lives Outdoor Exhibition
All Day
City of London
Closing soon Thu, 24th August
2023-08-02
2023-08-24
Animals: Art, Science and Sound
See how documenting the animal world has resulted in some of humankind’s most awe-inspiring art, science and sound recordings.
Animals: Art, Science and Sound
9:30am to 8pm
Camden
Closing soon Mon, 28th August
2023-04-21
2023-08-28
Eternal Bloom by Harald Altmaier
An exhibition of impressive large scale photographs, ‘Eternal Bloom’ by Harald Altmaier, a celebration of natural creation and creative talent.
Eternal Bloom by Harald Altmaier
10am to 6pm
Hanover Square
Closing soon Thu, 31st August
2023-05-24
2023-08-31
Our NHS at 75
An exhibition of the 75 shortlisted entries into a photography competition to mark the 75th anniversary of the NHS.
Our NHS at 75
11am to 7pm
Covent Garden
Closing soon Thu, 31st August
2023-07-05
2023-08-31
Hilma af Klint & Piet Mondrian Forms of Life
Explore the powerful work of two groundbreaking modern artists.
Hilma af Klint & Piet Mondrian Forms of Life
10am to 6pm
Southwark
Closing soon Sun, 3rd September
2023-04-20
2023-09-03
Carrie Mae Weems - Reflections for Now
Explore the work and career of Carrie Mae Weems in this first major UK exhibition dedicated to one of the most influential American artists working today.
Carrie Mae Weems - Reflections for Now
10am to 5pm
Barbican
Closing soon Sun, 3rd September
2023-06-22
2023-09-03
Post-Impressionist collection display
A selection of lesser-known works from The Courtauld’s collection of Post-Impressionist art is on display this summer.
Post-Impressionist collection display
10am to 6pm
Strand
Closing soon Sun, 3rd September
2023-06-15
2023-09-03
Unearthing: Memory, Land, Materiality
This exhibition explores complex relationships between land, its materiality and memory in modern and contemporary artistic practice.
Unearthing: Memory, Land, Materiality
10am to 6pm
Strand
Closing soon Sun, 3rd September
2023-06-15
2023-09-03
Freddie Mercury: A World of His Own
Step into Freddie Mercury’s personal world at Sotheby’s London for a once in a lifetime exhibition showcasing the personal collection of a global icon.
Freddie Mercury: A World of His Own
11am to 4:30pm
New Oxford Street
Closing soon Tue, 5th September
2023-08-04
2023-09-05
Spanning a period of just over 100 years —from the 1880s to the 1990, this exhibition showcases a selection of posters, signs, handbills, audio recordings, magic lantern slides, display material and adverts from the archive at Swedenborg House.
10am to 5pm
Bloomsbury
Closing soon Fri, 8th September
2023-07-25
2023-09-08

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What's on in London

Walking tours of London on Monday 21st August 2023

Visit the Ministry of Magic, The Leaky Cauldron, Diagon Alley and Platform 9¾, all on this half-day guided tour of the wizarding world.
 9am to 12pm
 
 Whitehall
2023-08-21
2023-08-21
Join a group of fellow muggles for a walking tour and see the real-life locations that inspired sets such as Diagon Alley, the Leaky Cauldron, and the Ministry of Magic.
 Starts at 11am
 
 City of London
2023-08-21
2023-08-21
Dare to discover the legend of London’s notorious Jack the Ripper on a tour like no other.
 7:30pm to 9:15pm
 
 Whitechapel
2023-08-21
2023-08-21