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March is just a couple days away, and it’s looking like it will be a packed out month! We've got St Patrick’s Day, International Women’s Day, Mother’s Day, and lots of other great events in between! You’d think we would be getting ready for a nice spring walk with the sun starting to come out, but as London has always been unpredictable we’ve got the cold and snow right now! Don’t worry though we’re going to be doing an entire blog about Mother’s Day and St.Patrick’s day so don’t stress about getting those last minute plans in, we’ve got you covered. Just make sure to wrap up warm for March to enjoy all the activities on offer around London!  Staring with International Women’s Day on Sunday the 8th of March, Southbank Centre are holding their annual Women of the World festival. From the 6th till the 8th of March there will be dozens of events covering topics of gender equality across the globe! The programme for the weekend has Q&A panels, talks, mentoring sessions, and you...

With the weather all over the place as always, we’re not entirely sure if Summer is truly over, however we’ve got some great events for you across the month to keep you busy whether the weather is good or not. Who knows, there might be a couple opportunities to pull out your favourite autumn jumpers whilst you’re going around London, even though Autumn isn’t until September 23rd but we can keep that hush for now. Here's our run-down of the best events in London this September. Starting off with the first full weekend of September on Sunday the 8th you can head down to this year’s Peckham Record Fair in Peckham’s Copeland Park. There’s going to be over thirty stalls of local indie labels, record stores, and some enthusiasts that may have some greta hidden gems dotted around if you look hard enough. If records aren’t exactly your thing then dont stress, they also will have lots of Hi-Fi dealers aswell to make sure your sound system is everything it needs to be now we’re coming b...

Whilst we’re still enjoying the best parts of summer, festivals are all around let’s really enjoy some of the most memorable bits of it. The food. You can guarantee that these festivals are making sure to give you the best variety and tastiest options throughout so you can really enjoy yourself. Sometimes a bit of a hefty price tag comes with it but when you’ve been dancing for several hours that price tag can go out the window. So here’s what we’re saying, imagine all the options of all the festivals, and you can try as many of them as possible. We’re talking about food festivals, specifically the best food festivals in London throughout August. The mouth-watering food is the absolute main attraction and we’ve got you covered! Okay, the title here is going to throw you off just the slightest considering we’ve just been talking about food, however this is a great festival, and it’s on right now, and across the weekend. It’s the London Craft Beer Festival. (Don’t worry there’s great...

If you have no clue what a silent disco or a silent rave is then I can help you out. Basically, a silent disco or silent rave is an event where people dance to music but they’re only listening to it through noise-cancelling headphones. So everyone at the event will be given to them so they can enjoy their evening but for those who take their headphones off, they will hear no music. Which can look very interesting as it’s an entire room of people dancing to nothing? One benefit that’s quite new to silent discos is the ability to have multiple channels so you can pick what you listen to from a few select DJs. So, even if you and your friends are listening to different music, you can still have fun and enjoy each others company. To further explain it, try to picture two different DJs spinning, but without any speakers setup. The floor is filled with hundreds of people all with headphones, singing and dancing. But there's no actual music from the DJ being played aloud. Instead, th...

          Harrow Road and Great Western Road ,  Notting Hill ,  London   W11   The streets of West London come alive every August Bank Holiday weekend as London celebrates Europe's biggest street festival -the Notting Hill Carnival -    t he largest festival celebration of its kind in Europe. With a Caribbean theme that sees West London packed with steel bands, Calypso music and tempting food stalls, the Notting Hill Carnival is a huge party. Expect a sea of colour as amazing floats and costumed performers wind their way through the streets of London. Whether you want to join in the fun or simply watch the crowds go by, don't miss the chance to be part of one of London's biggest and best annual events.  The two days of the  Notting Hill Carnival   - From Sunday 24 to   Monday 25 August 2014-  attract lots of visitors from all over the world,  and EVERYONE IS INVITED, YOU ARE IN...

Easter weekend is upon us and what does it mean? Four days off, with loads of events happening in London! You'll be able to eat chocolate buns (and there's no need to feel guilty) and attend to many activities which will take place in the city! Have a look at this as your guide to the perfect mini break in London! Feast of St George in Trafalgar Square. St George's Day will be celebrated again this year in Trafalgar Square , on Monday 21 April from noon to 6pm. St George is the patron saint of England, and his name is commonly associated with the legend of the dragon. The event is organised by the Mayor of London, inspired by St George's Day's 13th century origins as a national day of feasting. The day follow a traditional English feasting, with live music and entertainers. There'll be a farmer's market with lot of stalls selling homemade food such a cakes, pies and freshly lemonade. It is a perfect chance to savour some of the tasty delights that ...

Bank holidays for most of us mean a lovely long weekend when we can spend time with friends and family, doing the things we really enjoy. Most of the people decide spend this period in other countries but after reading this options below, you'll wonder why you even contemplated leaving. 1. Notting Hill Carnival Notting Hill Carnival is the biggest street festival in Europe. Every year the music bring the sounds of the Caribbean to the streets of the capital, while the food stalls are sensational and the floats in the parade dazzle the eyes. Bring a healthy appetite along to Carnival, as there are patties, curries, jerk chicken and fried plantain from the street stalls to sink your teeth into. Besides, different events are organized, from family events to late night after parties, there's something for everyone. It's taking place on Sunday and Monday this year, so if you fancy a two day celebration head on over, you won't be disappointed. 2. Camden Beach  ...

How Notting Hill Carnival Came About Notting Hill Carnival is the largest street festival in Europe and originated in 1964 as a way for Afro-Caribbean communities to celebrate their own cultures and traditions. Taking place every August Bank Holiday weekend in the streets of London. The Notting Hill Carnival is an amazing array of sounds, colourful sights and social solidarity. The carnival dates back to the Abolition of Slavery Act in 1833 and the first Caribbean carnival which was held in Trinidad. The carnival was a celebration of freedom which was expressed through song, dance and flamboyant costumes. This tradition continued as each year people took to the streets and as large numbers of West Indian immigrants  traveled  to the UK in the 1950s, this spectacular event established itself in London. Evolution of the Notting Hill Carnival in London The first carnival in London took place in 1959 and was held in a town hall in St. Pancras and the tra...