London, the iconic capital of England, is a cosmopolitan marvel with a rich history stretching back to Roman times. From the imposing Houses of Parliament, to the majestic ‘Big Ben’ clock tower and awe-inspiring Westminster Abbey, you’ll never be short of sights and sounds to experience in this unique city and cultural melting pot. Cross the River Thames, and you’ll be able to enjoy unbeatable panoramic views offered by the London Eye! Let’s take a quick look at some of the events in store for you if you’re going to learn English in London:
1 | The London Boat Show
6th – 15th January
ExCeL London – 1, Western Gateway, Royal Victoria Dock
http://londonboatshow.com/
2 | London Art Fair
18th to 22nd January
Business Design Centre – 52 Upper Street, Islington
http://www.londonartfair.co.uk/
3 | Chinese New Year
29th January
West End, Trafalgar Square
http://chinatown.co.uk/en/
4 | London Winter Run Cancer Research U.K.
5th February
Trafalgar Square
www.londonwinterrun.co.uk
5 | London Classic Car Show
23rd to 26th February
1 Western Gateway, Royal Victoria Dock
www.thelondonclassiccarshow.co.uk
6 | Head of the River Race
25th March
River Thames
www.horr.co.uk
7 | Tall Ships Regatta
13th to 16th April
Greenwich and Woolwich
www.royalgreenwich.gov.uk/tallships2017
8 | Museums at Night
17th to 20th May
www.museumsatnight.org.uk
9 | State Opening of Parliament
May
The Mall, Whitehall, Houses of Parliament
10 | Taste of London
14th to 18th June
Regent’s Park
www.london.tastefestivals.com
11 | Trooping the Colour: The Queen’s Birthday Parade
17th June
The Mall, Horses Guards Parade, Buckingham Palace
www.householddivision.org.uk/trooping-the-colour
12 | RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show
4th to 9th July
East Molesey, Surrey
www.rhs.org.uk/shows-events/rhs-hampton-court-palace-flower-show
13 | Film4 Summer Screen at Somerset House
August
The Strand
www.somersethouse.org.uk/whats-on/film4-summer-screen
14 | Notting Hill Carnival
27th/28th August
Notting Hill
www.thelondonnottinghillcarnival.com/
15 | BBC Proms in the Park
9th September
Hyde Park
www.bbc.co.uk/proms
16 | London Design Festival
16th to 24th September
Various venues across the city
www.londondesignfestival.com/
17 | Halloween
27th October to 5th November
Various venues across the city
www.visitlondon.com/things-to-do/event/7038642-halloween-in-london#WefkTLTjJMJ30P7o.97
18 | Regent Street Motor Show
4th November
www.regentstreetmotorshow.com
19 | Bonfire Night Fireworks Displays
5th November
Various venues around the city
www.visitlondon.com/things-to-do/whats-on/special-events/best-bonfire-night-fireworks-displays-london#MLEVlbTbkVtf8Isg.97
There are so many things to do in London in the run up to Christmas and the New Year! The shopping is amazing, you can get into the spirit of the season and enjoy Christmas carols in Trafalgar Square, Leicester Square, and many other key places across the city. You’ll be able to experience open air Christmas market at Southbank Centre, Kew Gardens, among other Christmassy treats.Here is a look of some events in London during December.
20 | Winter Wonderland
18th November to 5th January
Hyde Park
www.hydeparkwinterwonderland.com
21 | Hogwarts in the Snow
19th November to 29th January
Warner Bros. Studio Tour Drive
Leavesden
www.wbstudiotour.co.uk
22 | New Year’s Eve Fireworks
31st December
Westminster Bridge, Houses of Parliament
www.timeout.com/london/new-year
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