November Events in London :
Come one and come all to partake from a sumptuous collection of marvelous activities at London Events like every month. Variety is our unique selling point in the eventful yearly journey. Travel with us once again, while having fun, learning, understanding and participating in different events. There is something for every taste at London Events. Come take your fill of history, art, culture, business, religion, beauty, heritage, sport, entertainment and many more things to welcome the Christmas season.
Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance
8th Nov '08
The Royal British Legion, London conducts a festival of remembrance every year to remember all people, especially servicemen; who lost their lives in the First World War.
Live Tudor Cookery at Hampton Court Palace
1st Nov - 2nd Nov 2008
Visit Hampton Court this November and see a team of history chefs prepare a feast fit for a king.
Serpentine Pavilion
22nd Aug to 3rd Nov '08
On a pleasant Summer's day or evening overlook the effort that has gone into design of the Serpentine Pavilion.
HRH The Prince of Wales: Sixtieth Birthday Exhibition
16th May '08 to 22nd February '09
The Sixtieth Birthday Exhibition includes photographs from the Royal Collection showing Prince Charles growing up.
Jack the Ripper and the East End
15th May '08 to 2nd November '08
Undoubtedly one of East London's best known and least savory characters, nobody knows for sure who Jack the Ripper was.
For Your Eyes Only
17th April '08 - 1st March '09
Imperial War Museum in London will open the exhibition "For Your Eyes Only: Ian Fleming and James Bond" to celebrate the world's most famous spy.
Art Trolley Session at Tate Britain London
Every Saturday and Sunday (13/10/07 - 16/05/00)
A brilliant treat for your kids to develop their creativity and art skills. To take away into the galleries.
The Language Show :
31 October to 02 November '08
Olympia, London
If you have forever been planning to learn a new language or if you are currently learning, whether you are a beginner, intermediate, a teacher or a linguist, this exhibition is simply for people who have a passion for languages. This is an exciting way to jumpstart your interest to learn a new skill or if you are looking for a career as a linguist. At the show there will be a language taster free for half hour to help you decide amongst the languages offered, so by the end of the class you will be able to say simple greetings in whichever language you like, in French, Spanish, Italian, Thai, or Mandarin. For those who already have the language skills this exhibition will still be suitable for you to help you explore jobs and career opportunities in the language field. There will be hundreds of exhibitors at the show and if you try and book early you can have the chance to go free, please see the website for more information http://www.thelanguageshow.co.uk/.
Stay at Derby Hotel Kensington or Quality Crown Hotel Kensington and take the District line straight to Olympia Exhibition Centre.
Bonfire Night :
5 November 2008
This event is in memory of Guy Fawkes, who tried to blow up King James I and the Houses of Parliament. He was executed in 1605 for his Gunpowder Plot. To this day, bonfires, fireworks and fairs are held across the country representing his defeat. For one of the best views in the city, visit Parliament Hill in Hampstead. Information Phone:+44 (0)20 7971 0026.
The Lord Mayor's Show :
8 November 2008
It is a magnificent and historical annual event showcasing nearly 800 years of London history. The newly elected mayor will make his way to The Royal Courts of Justice to pledge alliance to the Crown, as his predecessors did dating back as early as 1189, when the first Lord Mayor Henry Fitzailwyn first held office. Over the years the Mayor's journey became so splendid that it became known as The Lord Mayor's Show. Today's shows are a wonderful mixture of past, present and future with today's businesses, charities, Her majesty's forces, the City Police and Londoners from all walks of life coming together to enjoy a splendid celebration of the City's tradition and future. The start of the procession is at 11 am and follows the traditional route through the streets of the city to the Royal Courts of Justice. To see the route map go to: http://www.lordmayorsshow.org/visitors/procession/map
According to the Lord Mayor Show official site, you can get a good view from anywhere on the route of the procession, if you print out a map from the site you can choose somewhere handy for you to go to. You can stay at any of our London Hotels, Quality Crown Hotel Paddington, Quality Crown Hotel Kensington, Hyde Park, Derby Hotel Kensington, Comfort Inn Nottinghill. All our hotels are situated in the centre of London and walking distance to tube stations making them accessible to any of the remarkable sights and landmarks in London.
Discover Dogs :
8th & 9th November 2008
Earls Court 2, London
A showcase of over 190 pedigree dog breeds, this event is perfect for all dog lovers to get essential advice on dog training, dog health, what to look for in a puppy and what to ask the a dog breeder or to simply enjoy the day by just being surrounded by these lovely creatures and learning at the same time from the experts. There will be more than 100 stands exhibiting this year where you can have a huge choice of dog products, accessories and services, from dog attire to dog grooming nutrition and health.
The highlight of the exhibition is the Companion Dog Club Competition. The categories this year are - Most handsome dog / Prettiest Bitch, Waggiest Tail - the dog with the wiggliest, waggiest tail, Best OAP - the class where age and beauty both come first, Dog most like its owner - dog and owner most alike in both looks and personality, Best rescue - the canine competition who has had the most successful re-homing experience. http://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/buying/discover_dogs.html
Stay at Quality Crown Kensington or Derby Hotel Kensington and take the District Line straight to Earls Court.
Remembrance Day :
11th November '08
Whitehall
To commemorate the lives of the people who died in the First and Second World Wars, the Queen, other members of the Royal Family and leaders of the country's political parties will join the representatives of the Armed Forces and ex servicemen and women for the two minute silence. The Queen lays wreathes of poppies at the Cenotaph, at Whitehall. 10,000 veterans will march past the memorial site.
The poppies are symbolic of the blood shed and they are chosen as a symbol of remembrance because these flowers bloomed on French, Belgian and Italian fields during the fiercest battles of both World Wars. The first Remembrance Day was conducted in 1919 throughout Britain and the Commonwealth. It was originally called the Armistice Day, it commemorated the end of hostilities of the previous year. It came to symbolise the end of the war and provide an opportunity to remember those who had died. http://www.army.mod.uk/ceremonialandheritage/household/remembrance.htm
Stay at Quality Crown Kensington or Derby Hotel Kensington and take the District Line to Charring Cross or Embankment.
Out of the Ordinary: Spectacular Craft
13 November 2007 - 17 February 2008
Victoria and Albert Museum, South Kensington
If you wish to see something different aside from the usual paintings and sculpture that you normally find in a museum, then head towards the Victoria and Albert Museum to see the exhibition this November called 'Out of the Ordinary: Spectacular Craft'. This exhibition will bring together international artists who place craft at the heart of their practice, transforming everyday subjects and materials into works that are truly extraordinary. The exhibition will showcase on a grand scale astonishing examples of meticulous making and attention to detail. Challenging conventional ideas about craft, the artists in the exhibition skillfully use tradition to achieve unexpected outcomes.
Stay at Quality Crown Kensington or Derby Hotel Kensington and take the District Line to South Kensington.
Christmas Fair by Country Living Magazine
12th November to 16th November '08
Business Design Centre - 52 Upper Street, Islington, London, N1 0QH
As Christmas is lurking just around the corner, you should by now start planning for presents, food & drinks and ideas to make this festive occasion a memorable one. If you wish to be creative and have a different theme this year, go and visit Country Living Magazine's Christmas Fair at the Business Design Centre in Islington. There will be over 350 exhibitors, from independent designers and crafts people from all over the UK, to help give you ideas for the perfect Christmas presents for your loved ones. At the fair you will see a wide range of gift ideas from hand made decors, stylish clothing, unique jewellery, toys, festive food & drinks to have a perfect Christmas season. Visit the food hall to be tempted by the scrumptious Christmas delicacies, from puddings, chocolates, meats, pies and special cheeses. Learn how to decorate your home with elegant and stylish Christmas decors, you will find a variety of decors from garlands, flowers and bows, stars and doves to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere to your home. There will also be a series of seminars to give you tips on how to make your Christmas this year extra special.
Stay at Quality Crown Paddington or Hyde Park, hop on the Hammersmith & City line to King's Cross and from there the Northern Line is one stop away from Angel.
BBC Good Food Show
14th to 16th November '08
Olympia Exhibition Centre
For people who are passionate about food the BBC Good Food Show is a must attend event this November. It will showcase its usual features, the Ultimate Cooking Experience, where celebrity chefs, such as Rick Stein, James Martin, Jean Christophe Novelli, Giorgio Locatelli and Angela Hartnett, will demonstrate and cook for the viewing pleasure of the live audience. This year's show will feature a new programme, the Dining Experience, where you can discover the top eateries in the capital and sample their exquisite menus. So here is your chance to feast on the best menus from the most outstanding restaurants in London all in one roof, to name some of the restaurants from the Dining Experience are Blue Elephant, Boxwood Cafe, Memories of China, and Savoy Grill. From the main exhibition hall, thousands of products everything about food and drinks will be showcased and some of them can be sampled as well. This event is an ultimate food shopping experience for the whole family or for your friends to enjoy. http://www.londonbbcgoodfoodshow.com/
Stay at Derby Hotel Kensington or Quality Crown Hotel Kensington, these hotels are very close to Olympia Exhibition Centre, take the District line straight to take you straight to the event.
London Jazz Festival :
14th To 23rd November '08
Through out London
The Jazz Festival is an annual event in London and it provides the audiences the opportunity to appreciate Jazz music at its fullest. With a line up of talented and popular artists, jazz fans will surely have a ball with this 10 day festival. Bebop, swing, hard bop, hip hop and beat box, world jazz, free jazz, Jamaican grooves and African beats and much more are showcased at the festival.
What better way to start the festivities than to have a tribute concert for the queen of Jazz, Ella Fitzgerald's 90th birthday. The concert entitled 'We all Love Ella' will feature various artists such as Jamelia, Lea de Lania, Claire Martin, Juliet Roberts and many more along with the BBC Concert Orchestra on 16 November at the Royal Festival Hall at The South Bank Centre.
To see the complete line up, feature artists, and other concerts please see: http://www.londonjazzfestival.org.uk/index3.cfm?eventref=1801
Stay at any of our London Hotels, Quality Crown Hotel Paddington, Quality Crown Hotel Kensington, Hyde Park, Derby Hotel Kensington, Comfort Inn Nottinghill, and enjoy the convenience that we can offer.
This London November events information page gives you first hand information about fascinating events in London.
Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance8th Nov '08
The Royal British Legion, London conducts a festival of remembrance every year to remember all people, especially servicemen; who lost their lives in the First World War.
Live Tudor Cookery at Hampton Court Palace1st Nov - 2nd Nov 2008
Visit Hampton Court this November and see a team of history chefs prepare a feast fit for a king.
Serpentine Pavilion22nd Aug to 3rd Nov '08
On a pleasant Summer's day or evening overlook the effort that has gone into design of the Serpentine Pavilion.
HRH The Prince of Wales: Sixtieth Birthday Exhibition16th May '08 to 22nd February '09
The Sixtieth Birthday Exhibition includes photographs from the Royal Collection showing Prince Charles growing up.
Jack the Ripper and the East End15th May '08 to 2nd November '08
Undoubtedly one of East London's best known and least savory characters, nobody knows for sure who Jack the Ripper was.
For Your Eyes Only17th April '08 - 1st March '09
Imperial War Museum in London will open the exhibition "For Your Eyes Only: Ian Fleming and James Bond" to celebrate the world's most famous spy.
Art Trolley Session at Tate Britain LondonEvery Saturday and Sunday (13/10/07 - 16/05/00)
A brilliant treat for your kids to develop their creativity and art skills. To take away into the galleries.
The Language Show :
31 October to 02 November '08
Olympia, LondonIf you have forever been planning to learn a new language or if you are currently learning, whether you are a beginner, intermediate, a teacher or a linguist, this exhibition is simply for people who have a passion for languages. This is an exciting way to jumpstart your interest to learn a new skill or if you are looking for a career as a linguist. At the show there will be a language taster free for half hour to help you decide amongst the languages offered, so by the end of the class you will be able to say simple greetings in whichever language you like, in French, Spanish, Italian, Thai, or Mandarin. For those who already have the language skills this exhibition will still be suitable for you to help you explore jobs and career opportunities in the language field. There will be hundreds of exhibitors at the show and if you try and book early you can have the chance to go free, please see the website for more information http://www.thelanguageshow.co.uk/.
Stay at Derby Hotel Kensington or Quality Crown Hotel Kensington and take the District line straight to Olympia Exhibition Centre.
Bonfire Night :
5 November 2008
This event is in memory of Guy Fawkes, who tried to blow up King James I and the Houses of Parliament. He was executed in 1605 for his Gunpowder Plot. To this day, bonfires, fireworks and fairs are held across the country representing his defeat. For one of the best views in the city, visit Parliament Hill in Hampstead. Information Phone:+44 (0)20 7971 0026. The Lord Mayor's Show :
8 November 2008
It is a magnificent and historical annual event showcasing nearly 800 years of London history. The newly elected mayor will make his way to The Royal Courts of Justice to pledge alliance to the Crown, as his predecessors did dating back as early as 1189, when the first Lord Mayor Henry Fitzailwyn first held office. Over the years the Mayor's journey became so splendid that it became known as The Lord Mayor's Show. Today's shows are a wonderful mixture of past, present and future with today's businesses, charities, Her majesty's forces, the City Police and Londoners from all walks of life coming together to enjoy a splendid celebration of the City's tradition and future. The start of the procession is at 11 am and follows the traditional route through the streets of the city to the Royal Courts of Justice. To see the route map go to: http://www.lordmayorsshow.org/visitors/procession/mapAccording to the Lord Mayor Show official site, you can get a good view from anywhere on the route of the procession, if you print out a map from the site you can choose somewhere handy for you to go to. You can stay at any of our London Hotels, Quality Crown Hotel Paddington, Quality Crown Hotel Kensington, Hyde Park, Derby Hotel Kensington, Comfort Inn Nottinghill. All our hotels are situated in the centre of London and walking distance to tube stations making them accessible to any of the remarkable sights and landmarks in London.
Discover Dogs :
8th & 9th November 2008
Earls Court 2, LondonA showcase of over 190 pedigree dog breeds, this event is perfect for all dog lovers to get essential advice on dog training, dog health, what to look for in a puppy and what to ask the a dog breeder or to simply enjoy the day by just being surrounded by these lovely creatures and learning at the same time from the experts. There will be more than 100 stands exhibiting this year where you can have a huge choice of dog products, accessories and services, from dog attire to dog grooming nutrition and health.
The highlight of the exhibition is the Companion Dog Club Competition. The categories this year are - Most handsome dog / Prettiest Bitch, Waggiest Tail - the dog with the wiggliest, waggiest tail, Best OAP - the class where age and beauty both come first, Dog most like its owner - dog and owner most alike in both looks and personality, Best rescue - the canine competition who has had the most successful re-homing experience. http://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/buying/discover_dogs.html
Stay at Quality Crown Kensington or Derby Hotel Kensington and take the District Line straight to Earls Court.
Remembrance Day :
11th November '08
WhitehallTo commemorate the lives of the people who died in the First and Second World Wars, the Queen, other members of the Royal Family and leaders of the country's political parties will join the representatives of the Armed Forces and ex servicemen and women for the two minute silence. The Queen lays wreathes of poppies at the Cenotaph, at Whitehall. 10,000 veterans will march past the memorial site.
The poppies are symbolic of the blood shed and they are chosen as a symbol of remembrance because these flowers bloomed on French, Belgian and Italian fields during the fiercest battles of both World Wars. The first Remembrance Day was conducted in 1919 throughout Britain and the Commonwealth. It was originally called the Armistice Day, it commemorated the end of hostilities of the previous year. It came to symbolise the end of the war and provide an opportunity to remember those who had died. http://www.army.mod.uk/ceremonialandheritage/household/remembrance.htm
Stay at Quality Crown Kensington or Derby Hotel Kensington and take the District Line to Charring Cross or Embankment.
Out of the Ordinary: Spectacular Craft
13 November 2007 - 17 February 2008
Victoria and Albert Museum, South KensingtonIf you wish to see something different aside from the usual paintings and sculpture that you normally find in a museum, then head towards the Victoria and Albert Museum to see the exhibition this November called 'Out of the Ordinary: Spectacular Craft'. This exhibition will bring together international artists who place craft at the heart of their practice, transforming everyday subjects and materials into works that are truly extraordinary. The exhibition will showcase on a grand scale astonishing examples of meticulous making and attention to detail. Challenging conventional ideas about craft, the artists in the exhibition skillfully use tradition to achieve unexpected outcomes.
Stay at Quality Crown Kensington or Derby Hotel Kensington and take the District Line to South Kensington.
Christmas Fair by Country Living Magazine
12th November to 16th November '08
Business Design Centre - 52 Upper Street, Islington, London, N1 0QHAs Christmas is lurking just around the corner, you should by now start planning for presents, food & drinks and ideas to make this festive occasion a memorable one. If you wish to be creative and have a different theme this year, go and visit Country Living Magazine's Christmas Fair at the Business Design Centre in Islington. There will be over 350 exhibitors, from independent designers and crafts people from all over the UK, to help give you ideas for the perfect Christmas presents for your loved ones. At the fair you will see a wide range of gift ideas from hand made decors, stylish clothing, unique jewellery, toys, festive food & drinks to have a perfect Christmas season. Visit the food hall to be tempted by the scrumptious Christmas delicacies, from puddings, chocolates, meats, pies and special cheeses. Learn how to decorate your home with elegant and stylish Christmas decors, you will find a variety of decors from garlands, flowers and bows, stars and doves to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere to your home. There will also be a series of seminars to give you tips on how to make your Christmas this year extra special.
Stay at Quality Crown Paddington or Hyde Park, hop on the Hammersmith & City line to King's Cross and from there the Northern Line is one stop away from Angel.
BBC Good Food Show
14th to 16th November '08
Olympia Exhibition CentreFor people who are passionate about food the BBC Good Food Show is a must attend event this November. It will showcase its usual features, the Ultimate Cooking Experience, where celebrity chefs, such as Rick Stein, James Martin, Jean Christophe Novelli, Giorgio Locatelli and Angela Hartnett, will demonstrate and cook for the viewing pleasure of the live audience. This year's show will feature a new programme, the Dining Experience, where you can discover the top eateries in the capital and sample their exquisite menus. So here is your chance to feast on the best menus from the most outstanding restaurants in London all in one roof, to name some of the restaurants from the Dining Experience are Blue Elephant, Boxwood Cafe, Memories of China, and Savoy Grill. From the main exhibition hall, thousands of products everything about food and drinks will be showcased and some of them can be sampled as well. This event is an ultimate food shopping experience for the whole family or for your friends to enjoy. http://www.londonbbcgoodfoodshow.com/
Stay at Derby Hotel Kensington or Quality Crown Hotel Kensington, these hotels are very close to Olympia Exhibition Centre, take the District line straight to take you straight to the event.
London Jazz Festival :
14th To 23rd November '08
Through out LondonThe Jazz Festival is an annual event in London and it provides the audiences the opportunity to appreciate Jazz music at its fullest. With a line up of talented and popular artists, jazz fans will surely have a ball with this 10 day festival. Bebop, swing, hard bop, hip hop and beat box, world jazz, free jazz, Jamaican grooves and African beats and much more are showcased at the festival.
What better way to start the festivities than to have a tribute concert for the queen of Jazz, Ella Fitzgerald's 90th birthday. The concert entitled 'We all Love Ella' will feature various artists such as Jamelia, Lea de Lania, Claire Martin, Juliet Roberts and many more along with the BBC Concert Orchestra on 16 November at the Royal Festival Hall at The South Bank Centre.
To see the complete line up, feature artists, and other concerts please see: http://www.londonjazzfestival.org.uk/index3.cfm?eventref=1801
Stay at any of our London Hotels, Quality Crown Hotel Paddington, Quality Crown Hotel Kensington, Hyde Park, Derby Hotel Kensington, Comfort Inn Nottinghill, and enjoy the convenience that we can offer.
This London November events information page gives you first hand information about fascinating events in London.
