by Obisadmin | Oct 28, 2019 | Bar, Events, festival, music, Outside, Venue Finding
As another month draws to a close, it brings us one step closer to Halloween! This day where the veil between the living and the dead is the thinnest…and a massive excuse to dress up and go out dancing. A night full of ghouls and scares, be sure to find yourself at the best event this weekend. Have a look at some of the spookiest events in town and be sure to grab your tickets and costume before! Halloween Ball at The Mansion Location: Secret Venue Nearest Tube: Secret Venue Website: www.themansionlondon.com/next-event It’s Halloween, so that calls for costumes, candy and creepy ghouls! Well at the Halloween Ball, it will tick all the boxes! The private venue is top secret and will only be revealed 48 Hours before the event (Easy access within London Zone 2). This quirky venue will have 3 dance floors, 1 art room, 2 lounges and 2 bar areas for you to choose from! If you are looking for something scarier there is a real back yard graveyard! Come dressed to the nines as you could win a flight to New York City for best costume. Book your tickets in advance, you don’t want to miss this party! The Dark Circus Party Location:13 Stoke Newington Road, London N16 8BH Nearest Tube: Dalston Kingsland Website: www.darkcircusparty.com At the Dark Circus you’ll be in for a real treat with show stopping entertainment acts such as caged curiosities breathing fire and swallowing swords, ethereal silks performances, treacherous trapeze acts and bizarre sideshow oddities. Grab a signature cocktail and enjoy stepping into another world for the evening. Please note there is a strict...
by Obisadmin | Oct 21, 2019 | Autumn, Events, festival, Top Tips, Unique ideas
Ahhhh Autumn, that means crispy leaves, darker night and the return of the pumpkin season. On the 26th October it is National Pumpkin Day, and we have put together a list of some Farms where you can pick your own pumpkin in time for pumpkin pie and Halloween. Also, it’s a great fun for the whole family and very Instagram worthy. Priory Farm Location: Priory Farm, Sandy Lane, Redhill, Surrey, RH1 4EJ Website: https://www.prioryfarm.co.uk/whats-on/halloween/ Pumpkin Picking Dates are 12th -13 October and 19th -20th October 10AM-16:30PM (Lunch between 1-1:30PM) Entry is £2.50 and then the cost of the pumpkins. Take a tractor ride out to Priory Farm’s pumpkin field and choose your Halloween table topper. Depart from the Discover walk entrance open from 10:30-4:30PM. Closer to Halloween, other events take place at the farm, including a spooky trail, and a pumpkin carving experience in a witches’ cave. Perfect for all ages! Secretts Farm Store and Shop Location: Secretts, Hurst Farm, Chapel Lane, Milford, Surrey, GUB 5HU. Website: http://www.secretts.co.uk/pumpkin-week-2017/ Pumpkin Picking Dates are 26th – 31st October. Free parking brings your own bags and £1.50 entry, which covers the cost of the tractor ride to and from the pumpkin field. There are no card facilities. Open from 11AM – 3PM. Come down to Secretts Farm for their annual Pumpkin Week where you can take a tractor ride out to the pumpkin field to pick your goodies, then let the kids play in the tractor and haystack play areas, or get their faces painted. There’s also a special pumpkin refreshment menu available with pumpkin curries, soups and cakes, as well as...
by Obisadmin | Sep 9, 2019 | Bar, Events, Restaurants, Top Tips, Venue Finding
So, its Valentine day in Colombia on the 21st September September. Before you say anything, I know we have already had Valentine’s day this year, but who needs an excuse to do something romantic with their loved one. So, in honour of the Colombian day of love, we have found some romantic places that even Cupid would approve of! Electric Cinema Location: 191 Portobello Road, Notting Hill, London W11 2ED Nearest Tube: Ladbroke Grove Website: www.electriccinema.co.uk The classic date night choice has got to be, dinner and a movie. Well, at Electric Cinema they have given the classic date night an massive upgrade with an added touch of class and comfort with their huge couches and red velvet front row beds. Perfect to stretch out and have a cuddle while watching the latest blockbuster film! They also have a full bar, great menu and pick and mix to choose your own treats. This also happens to be one of the oldest working cinemas in the country and the beautiful interior reflects that bygone age. Electric cinema will take you back in time. Tickets range from £20-£40 for a couch or bed but please book in advance. Clos Maggiore Location: 33 King Street, Covent Garden, WC2E 8JD Nearest Tube: Convent Garden Website: www.closmaggiore.com Voted one of the world’s most romantic restaurants and it’s easy to see why. This Italian restaurant has been transformed into a romantic green house with beautiful cherry bloom and candlelight dinners. The food and wines are locally sourced and have won awards for excellence a few times. There is a smart casual dress code for this venue so...
by Obisadmin | Aug 19, 2019 | Events, festival, Outside, Restaurants, Top Tips, Venue Finding
Another bank holiday is quickly approaching, and if , like me ,you’ve completely forgotten all about it then fear not! We have made a list of some brilliant events and festivals happening over the long weekend, so you can really make the most of your extra day off. Notting Hill Carnival Location: Main parade Great Western Road finishing at Ladbroke Grove. Website: https://nhcarnival.org/ Dates: 25th-26th August 2019 Nearest Tube: Notting Hill A free carnival? A free carnival that is also one of the largest street carnivals in Europe. Well it’s a no brainer really. This annual event celebrates London’s Caribbean culture and traditions, which last year about 2 million people attended. This parade takes up 10 neighborhood so please do download the handy carnival app before hand which will have loads of information and handy map and travel information for you! With live music , floats and gorgeous mas bands dancers you can understand why this is such a renown carnival, a true celebration of culture. On the Sunday they offer a more family friendly day , while Monday will more of a party. There will be traditional food and activities throughout the day so its caters for everyone! South West 4 Festival Location: Clapham Common, Windmill Dr, London SW4 9DE Website: https://www.southwestfour.com/ Dates: 24th-25th August 2019 Nearest tube: Clapham Common Ticketed event so be sure to get your tickets in advance, tickets start from £62.50. One of the coolest festivals hosted by Capital FM with names such as basement Jaxx, Craig David, Idris Elba, Mabel and so many more. The line up has over 90 different...
by Obisadmin | Jul 1, 2019 | Events, festival, Outside, Sporting Occasion, Summer
The British Summertime has finally arrived, which means the sun is out, the Pimms cocktails are flowing and it’s the start of the Wimbledon Championships! We have put together a list of our favourite London spots this summer where you can enjoy all three. This is the next best thing if you are among the unlucky few that don’t have Centre Court front row seats. St Katherine Docks Big Screen Wimbledon Location: 50 St Katharine’s Way, St Katharine’s & Wapping, London E1W 1LA Nearest Tube: Tower Hill Website: www.skdocks.co.uk/whats-on/st-kats-big-screen-presents-wimbledon Who wants to watch the entire Wimbledon Championship live in comfort of deck chairs in a Marina, on a floating pontoon on a giant screen? Surely Everyone? What’s more, there is free entry (but first come first served) so get there early to nab a good spot! You can bring your own food and soft drinks and have picnic on the Thames – no alcohol is permitted. However, if you’re in the mood for something different, then you’re spoil for choice with all the restaurants and bars along the Marina Bay. St James Market Secret Wimbledon Screening Location: 1 St James’s Market, London, SW1Y 4AH Nearest Tube: Piccadilly Circus (Exit 3) Website: stjameslondon.co.uk/events/wimbledon2019 No tickets needed as its free admission to this wonderful live screening of the entire Wimbledon Championships, it is first come first served so get there early to get a good spot. Situated along the St James Market with a wide arrange of restaurants and cafes nearby for all your catering. Brown Hart Gardens Location: Brown Hart Gardens, Duke Street Entrance, North Mayfair, W1K 6JQ Nearest Tube: Bond street...
by Obisadmin | Dec 5, 2017 | Bar, Christmas, Events, festival, music, Restaurants, rides, Roof Top, Top Tips, Uncategorised, Unique ideas
December! It’s happened, it’s arrived and if you’re like us, it’s come as a bit of a surprise. Where has the time gone? But fear not, we have collated a wonderful list of things to do this festive season in London town. SOUTHBANK CENTRE Location: Belvedere Rd, Lambeth, London, SE1 8XX Nearest Tube: Waterloo / Embankment Website: southbankcentre Suggestion: Wintertime has never been more glorious than here. You can browse the winter markets for all your gifts ideas and enjoy fresh food and drink. Top off your day by heading to the Queen Elizabeth Roof Terrace for spectacular views and a mulled wine! WINTER WONDERLAND Location: Hyde Park, London, W2 2UH Nearest Tube: Hyde Park Corner / Marble Arch Website: hydeparkwinterwonderland Suggestion: Celebrating its 10th year, Winter Wonderland is a free entry event for all the family in one of London’s beautiful parks. So much to do inside including: The Ice Kingdom, Zippos Circus, Fun Rides, Santa Land. These extras events are ticketed so make sure you bring cash! MAGICAL LANTERN FESTIVAL Location: Chiswick House, Chiswick, London, W4 Nearest Tube: Chiswick Website: magicallantern Suggestion: Following two extremely successful years, the Festival returns for its third year. This is a feast of light and illumination, hidden within the 18th Century Gardens. A spectacular fusion of dual culture, vibrant colours and sculptures! Open 5-10pm until 1st January. Click the link for tickets. TRAFALGAR SQUARE – CHRISTMAS CAROLS Location: Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN Nearest Tube: Charing Cross Website: london.gov Suggestion: What better way to feel festive by donating to a good cause and listening to some Carols? From 11th-22nd December, over 40 groups will sing each day for an hour under the...
