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London's floristry scene is flourishing, and not just in shop windows and market stalls. All around the capital, floral studios, garden centres and independents are opening up their workbenches to share their gorgeous art of flower arranging. It's all about hand-tied posies and whimsical centrepiece...

Once a legendary music venue and one of the UK's largest hippy communes, Eel Pie Island in Twickenham is usually off-limits to the public. But this weekend offers a rare chance to step onto the island – and even better, it's completely free. Back in its heyday, the island's hotel hosted weekly gigs...

Top Cuvée's Tour De Cuvée returns this summer with a fun-filled community ride from London to Brighton. Following the success of last year's 200-strong crowd, the 2025 edition is expanding with 100 extra spots, fresh merch, and an even bigger afterparty. Designed for everyone, the ride welcomes all...

To mark the launch of the new Paramount+ series “Dexter: Resurrection”, fans are invited to enter the mind of TV's most infamous antihero with “Dexter: The Experience”, an immersive event arriving in London this July.  Running for just four days from 10–13 July at 83 Rivington Street, Shoreditc...

Every Thursday evening, Old Spitalfields Market hosts Chess n Chill, a free community event that welcomes players of all levels to enjoy casual chess in a relaxed setting. Set in one of London's most historic markets, the pop-up blends culture, community, and friendly competition. It's run in partne...

Unleash your inner artist at Paint a Pic, a guided sip and paint event in London. Participants are led through the creative process by resident artists who provide step-by-step instructions to help transform blank canvases into personal masterpieces. This event offers a relaxed environment where cre...

Chiave, the music-led cocktail bar tucked away on Shoreditch's Redchurch Street, is trading beats for blooms for one night only. On Thursday 12 June, the Shoreditch hangout is teaming up with luxury florist Hayley Scott and Don Julio 1942 for a one-off floral masterclass on its top floor. The two-ho...

If you're looking for a way to exercise that's equal parts fun and fluffy, Kitty Yoga ticks both of those boxes. This cute yoga experience is the only one of its kind in the UK and offers an hour of soft stretching, meditative relaxation, and plenty of kitten cuddles, with sessions taking place on s...

This weekend, Hampton Court Palace is opening its gardens to the public without the usual admission fee from 22-23 March as part of its Open Garden Weekend, a rare opportunity to experience the gardens at no extra cost. On Garden Open Days, admission is free to most areas, but you'll still need a pa...

Sample a number of wines with Treowe and Our Sommelier to see out the hazy summer evenings.

Are you designing a bathroom and wondering how to bring it all together? Hear about bathroom fixtures and finishes and what to consider for your own bathroom design. Take the opportunity to look through Treowe's samples, tiles and finishes, and think about bathroom layout and the many choices there...

Join embroiderer extraordinaire, Sarah, as she teaches you three stitches to create beautifully bespoke napkins ready for your summer tables. Learn and master your stitches on scrap material first, then embroider with a choice of colours and designs though you can also provide your own design. Leave...

Treowe has a multitude of their favourite fabrics in their showroom. During this evening talk, they will talk you through how to choose fabrics for different purposes and how to mix patterns, prints and colours to create a beautiful scheme to include curtains, upholstery and more.

Not found the perfect place for keys or rings? Here's your sign to make your own pinch pot trinket bowl for all those little treasures that need a home. Learn with pottery experts from The Pottery Studio London and create perfectly built pots to take home.

Lighting is a hugely important factor in designing your home. Learn how light can transform a space and why you need to be thinking about it from the start of a project through to the end.

Kitchens are much more complex than focusing on a divine triangle. Join Treowe for a talk that delves into kitchen design in a practical sense, covering everything you need to be thinking about when designing this hard-working room.

Hand paint real blown eggs to keep as Easter heirlooms (provided they are kept carefully!). Be helped through a number of design options to create some beautiful eggs and take home the twisty twigs to hang them on.

Make crepe paper blooms with all materials provided. Learn to create delicate Spring flowers that won't wilt! Dependent on your working speed, the organizers estimate you will leave with around 4-6 blooms ready for a beautiful water-less vase!

If you're about to embark on an extension or simply want to learn more about the design and build process, this talk might be the one for you.  It can be hard working out costs when thinking about an extension, but the organizers will be talking through everything you want to consider to create...

Part work of art, part thrill-seekers' delight, the squiggly wonder that is the ArcelorMittal Orbit in East London is reopening on Friday 14 February. Designed by renowned sculptor Anish Kapoor, the eye-catching red structure in the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park was unveiled to largely negative revie...

The London Bookshop Crawl 2025 invites book lovers to explore the city's bookshops independently or with friends using a Self-Guided Bookshop Crawl Kit, available online. For a more social experience, Group Bookshop Crawls offer a chance to meet fellow readers while discovering new bookshops. ...

Rembrandt van Wine offers a unique sip-and-paint experience in the dark at an art studio near Finsbury Park. Every Friday and Saturday, participants can enjoy a two-hour session where they create glow-in-the-dark paintings under black lights, accompanied by singalong music. No prior painting experie...

London Youth Choirs is hosting a Come & Sing event during the half-term break, offering a musical experience for families. The event is designed for children aged 6-11, though younger siblings are welcome to join, provided they are accompanied by an adult. Participants will have the opportunity...

The Walkie-Talkie Tower Climb, hosted by Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity (GOSH Charity), is back on Saturday, 8 March. Sprint, run or walk up 20 Fenchurch Street (the Walkie-Talkie), one of London's iconic landmarks, to raise vital funds to help seriously ill children have healthier, happier, a...

Following a winter hiatus, the charming garden retreat in Chelsea is reopening with a number of fascinating events to enjoy in the lead-up to spring proper. On Sunday 26 January, visitors will be able to try their hand in the ancient Japanese art of making kokedama moss balls – small plants encased...

Definitely the cheekiest London event of the year, the No Trousers Tube Ride is perfect for those having trouble transitioning from festive sweatpants season to actual, serious business trousers adulthood. A fun annual tradition, the No Trousers Tube Ride brings together dozens of people eager to dr...

The Old Blue Last is hosting a quiz night every Monday at 7 pm, offering a fresh opportunity for trivia enthusiasts to gather and compete. Set on the top floor, participants can enjoy impressive views over Shoreditch while engaging in the quiz. The event promises enticing prizes, including a rolling...

Craft 'n' Chill offers relaxing Sunday afternoon craft sessions that combine creativity and mindfulness. Each month features a surprise activity, such as painting, embroidery, origami, or collage, designed to provide a mood-boosting break from daily routines. Suitable for ages 16 and up, these sessi...

Every December, hundreds of volunteers put on their best Santa Claus fit and descend on the streets of London, bringing joy and cheer and a bit of festive madness to the city. The annual Santacon will take place this Saturday, so expect to see a tide of red flood the streets. Described as “a non-pro...

Celebrate Christmas in London this December with festive sing-alongs around Botivo's iconic Yellow Piano. Starting on 5 December, these pop-up events will bring music and cheer to merry locations across the city. Botivo, a non-alcoholic botanical aperitif, is hosting a series of sing-alongs througho...

This festive season, Filmworks in Ealing is hosting a variety of Christmas events designed to bring joy and creativity to the community. From 22 November to 22 December, visitors can participate in a series of free activities, including cocktail-making classes, wreath-making workshops, candle-making...

This festive season, Peroni Nastro Azzurro is offering a unique masterclass series in London, combining the art of table setting and cocktail making. The event will feature renowned chef Clodagh McKenna and cocktail enthusiast Portia Freeman, known for her role on Channel 4's “Sunday Brunch”. Event...

Little Natures is hosting another Christmas wreath-making workshop at Treowe this December, following the popularity of the previous session. Abbey from Little Natures will lead the workshop, offering participants the chance to create their own festive wreaths. The event promises to provide all nece...

Experience the art of Japanese paper folding at an engaging Christmas workshop led by artist Yukako Shibata. Participants will have the opportunity to craft intricate origami birds of various sizes, perfect for decorating Christmas trees, gifts, wreaths, and more. This workshop is suitable for both...

This fabulous unique workshop is taking place at Native Bankside, an aparthotel located on a cobbled street tucked back from the Thames.  The workshop covers topics like natural ingredients, skincare formulation, product usage and customisation of recipes, and provides access to all the materia...

In collaboration with the Eden Project botanical garden in Cornwall, Middle Dock in Canary Wharf has been transformed into Eden Dock, a serene waterfront space with interconnected pontoons and aquatic islands, designed to reconnect people with nature. The green oasis in Canary Wharf promotes biodive...

Abbey from Little Natures joins Treowe again for the first of their wreath-making workshops. The November date suits all the early Christmas birds who want to have their wreath ready on 1 December. And don't worry, all of the foliage is dried and therefore should have no problems lasting throughout...

Join Treowe's Twine Basket Workshop and dive into one of the oldest basket-weaving techniques in the world, passed down from generation to generation – coiling. Wrap and stitch colourful twine around a rope base to create beautiful and durable baskets. Perfect for beginners, basket lovers, and colou...

Ever wondered who lived in your home in years gone by? Rebecca from historical research agency Pursuing the Past comes to Treowe to share how we can start to uncover the secrets in our house's past. Rebecca will go through the first steps to finding the hidden stories of your home.

Decorate pumpkins without the mess! Although Treowe loves a pumpkin carving session as much as the next person, they want to include a bit of (almost) mess-free decorating in their Autumnal preparations. Come and adorn a pumpkin with pressed flowers and bring a little pretty to the table. A range of...

Take a trip through the history of foraging and the folklore that surrounds it. See examples of seasonal plants to look out for on autumn walks and try some tasters of what nature has to offer!  Max, leading the talk, is a forager, nature educator and wild food experimentalist living in East Lo...

The autumn half-term (28 October–1 November) is coming up, meaning parents have to figure out what to do with their kids while they're home from school. Thankfully, this annual challenge is alleviated somewhat by London's many attractions, eager to entice kids with special October half-term offers a...

The historic Fulham Palace boasts a 13-acre garden with its own orchard, and this Sunday they're celebrating the harvest with a day of apple-themed fun for all ages. Enjoy a day filled with activities for all ages, including an extensive stallholder market and delicious food and drink from local ven...

This Sunday, the Hampstead Heath Conker Championships are returning to the Parliament Hill Bandstand for another year of autumnal fun. This world-famous, record-breaking event includes competitions for children and adults, ending with thrilling final matches in the squared conker circle. No experien...

Battersea Power Station's Lift 109 has announced the next instalment in its after-hours series, Lift 109 Lates, called the Elevated Sound Bath. This unique event will take place at the top of the station's north west chimney, led by renowned sound therapist Farzana Ali. A sound bath is a wellness ex...

One of London's more peculiar communities is the London Circle Walk. This special walking group meets once a year to embark on a 20-mile circular route of London, walking down the city streets and alleys to draw a near-perfect circle on the map. The London Circle Walk was devised years ago over pint...

Whether you're passionate about cooking and eager to sharpen your skills, or you're just starting out and barely know how to make beans on toast, London offers plenty of places to learn. Want to perfect the art of bread-making, learn intricate cake icing, or master the skill of butchery? We've handp...

Held every September for ten days, the largest history and culture festival in the UK brings together thousands of local volunteers and organisations. Communities across the country come together to celebrate heritage, share stories, and explore traditions, offering a unique chance to access hidden...

London doesn't get many truly hot days, but when it does, they're a doozy. The heat and the humidity have a tendency to blend into a stifling blanket pressing down on the city, and the masses of people, abundance of concrete, and heavy traffic can make things even more unbearable. There are still lo...

In August, Old Spitalfields Market is hosting an interactive installation by doodle artist Frankie. Frankie, Curtis CreationzFrom 13 to 23 August, Old Spitalfields Market will be home to the Doodle Room, a creative art installation that anyone can participate in. The free drop-in event welcomes arti...