October Events in London :
London event is simply bursting at the seams with various choices for you once again. Choose from a dynamic mixture of shows and happenings at London events to hear the faint steps of the approaching winter season. You will simply have to take time off to participate in London events with family and friends after viewing the choices of the month. There is a fascinating collection of shows from every area for those who want to dance, sing, learn, eat, drink and make merry.
Lee Evans - Big UK Tour 2008
3rd & 4th October '08
This is one stand-up comedy act that you won't want to miss if rib-tickling, ear-splitting, venue-rocking hilarity is what you seek during your London trip this Fall season-as The Lee Evans Big UK Tour beckons laughter addicts!
Live Tudor Cookery at Hampton Court Palace
4th Oct - 5th Oct 2008
Visit Hampton Court this October and see a team of history chefs prepare a feast fit for a king.
The Affordable Art Fair
Oct 2008 (various dates)
The Affordable Art Fair is an annual event in London hosting 120 galleries which will exhibit a fresh line up of paintings, sculpture, photography and original prints.
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.
Hadrian: Empire and Conflict
24th July - 26th Oct '08
Hadrian's Wall was built to separate the relatively peaceable English from troublesome Scottish attackers Exhibition gives a detailed insight.
The Merry Wives of Windsor
8th June to 5th October '08
enjoying one of Shakespeare's classics from the benches of The Globe Theatre is a treat.
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.
International Ballroom Dancing Competition
7th October to 9th October '08
Royal Albert Hall
An event not be missed by dance enthusiasts, the International Ballroom Dancing Champions is an annual event held at the Royal Albert Hall. Ballroom Dancing has now become very popular to the general public, as you can see from numerous dancing television programmes and contests in the UK and even abroad. This event is at its 55th year and the contestants, amateurs and professionals alike, from all over the world will gather again at the Royal Albert Hall to participate in the following categories:
International Professional Latin Championship Finals
International Amateur Standard Finals
Amateur Latin Championship Finals
If you have not by now heard of the types of dances involved in Ballroom Dancing, here are some tidbits which will surely put you into dancing mode. The classical dances are Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Quickstep and Viennese Waltz. As for Latin dances, Cha Cha, Rumba, Samba Paso Doble and Jive.
Stay at Derby Hotel Kensington or Quality Crown Kensington and take the tube to High Street Kensington. Alternatively there are buses from South Kensington that can take you to the Royal Albert Hall.
London Film Festival :
15th October to 30th October '08
Films will be shown at various cinemas across London. Yearly the British Film Institute presents International films that are normally not shown in the UK cinemas, screening more than 300 films from sixty countries. The film screenings are sometimes attended by the directors and actors and the audience would get a chance to ask them questions. Please see the British Film Institute's website for film selection and schedule: http://www.lff.org.uk/index.php
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 Central London cinemas.
Trafalgar Parade and Service
Oct 2008 (annual)
The parade on the 23 October will commemorate the triumph of Nelson at Trafalgar in 1805, from 11 am the Sea Cadets will be joined by the Royal Navy together with the band of HM Royal Marines. The Duke of York, Admiral of the Sea Cadet Corps, will be the Inspecting Officer and lead the laying of the wreaths at Nelson's Column.
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The Ski and Snowboard Show
22nd October to 26th October '08
Olympia Exhibition Centre, Olympia, London
This exhibition is the place to get all the answers for everything you need to know about the world of snow sports. A showcase of the world's leading producers and manufacturer's of ski & snowboard products, the latest gear, clothes and offers of ski holiday trips.
Special Features for the 2007 show:
Trespass Quarter Pipe, hosting the London Ride and the British Quarter Championships
The Burton Rail Jam, the world's best jibbers hit the show
The Landrover Brand Arena & Fashion Showcase
Job Workshops
Teaching Zone, free lessons for beginners
Free admission for kids (10 and under)
For more information please visit: www.metroskishow.co.uk.
Stay at Derby Hotel Kensington and take the District line straight to Olympia Exhibition Centre.
The London Wine Show
weekend in late October
Business Design Centre, Islington
This is a great opportunity for people who are passionate about wines. This exhibition is the UK's largest event exclusively devoted to wine. You can sample the products from 100+ exhibitors from around the world in one venue. Wine experts will be present at this event including Oz Clarke, Tim Atkins, Matt Skinner, Susy Atkins, and Robert Joseph. As the Christmas and New Year Holidays are just around the corner, this is the time to stock up on wine at affordable prices and take advantage of the home delivery service provided. Please check for more information: http://www.wineshow.co.uk/
Stay at Quality Crown Hotel Paddington or Quality Crown Hotel Hyde Park, hop on the Hammersmith & City line to King's Cross and from there the Northern Line is one stop away from Angel.
Diwali on the Square :
mid-October
Trafalgar Square
London will celebrate India's major festival Diwali on 28 October. In India it is celebrated for five continuous days and the third day is the main day of Diwali, this is known as the 'Festival of Lights'. To mark this day the people light diyas and candles all around their house. The lighting of lamps is a way of paying obeisance to God for attainment of health, wealth, knowledge, peace, valor and fame. For one day in London, Diwali celebration will be experienced by Londoners at Trafalgar Square. Diwali on the Square will bring all the colour and celebration of the traditional Hindu, Sikh and Jains event to the centre of the city. The festival includes performances of Indian dance music, songs and theatre.
This London October events information page gives you first hand information about fascinating events in London.
Lee Evans - Big UK Tour 20083rd & 4th October '08
This is one stand-up comedy act that you won't want to miss if rib-tickling, ear-splitting, venue-rocking hilarity is what you seek during your London trip this Fall season-as The Lee Evans Big UK Tour beckons laughter addicts!
Live Tudor Cookery at Hampton Court Palace4th Oct - 5th Oct 2008
Visit Hampton Court this October and see a team of history chefs prepare a feast fit for a king.
The Affordable Art FairOct 2008 (various dates)
The Affordable Art Fair is an annual event in London hosting 120 galleries which will exhibit a fresh line up of paintings, sculpture, photography and original prints.
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.
Hadrian: Empire and Conflict24th July - 26th Oct '08
Hadrian's Wall was built to separate the relatively peaceable English from troublesome Scottish attackers Exhibition gives a detailed insight.
The Merry Wives of Windsor8th June to 5th October '08
enjoying one of Shakespeare's classics from the benches of The Globe Theatre is a treat.
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.
International Ballroom Dancing Competition
7th October to 9th October '08
Royal Albert HallAn event not be missed by dance enthusiasts, the International Ballroom Dancing Champions is an annual event held at the Royal Albert Hall. Ballroom Dancing has now become very popular to the general public, as you can see from numerous dancing television programmes and contests in the UK and even abroad. This event is at its 55th year and the contestants, amateurs and professionals alike, from all over the world will gather again at the Royal Albert Hall to participate in the following categories:
International Professional Latin Championship FinalsInternational Amateur Standard FinalsAmateur Latin Championship FinalsIf you have not by now heard of the types of dances involved in Ballroom Dancing, here are some tidbits which will surely put you into dancing mode. The classical dances are Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Quickstep and Viennese Waltz. As for Latin dances, Cha Cha, Rumba, Samba Paso Doble and Jive.
Stay at Derby Hotel Kensington or Quality Crown Kensington and take the tube to High Street Kensington. Alternatively there are buses from South Kensington that can take you to the Royal Albert Hall.
London Film Festival :
15th October to 30th October '08
Films will be shown at various cinemas across London. Yearly the British Film Institute presents International films that are normally not shown in the UK cinemas, screening more than 300 films from sixty countries. The film screenings are sometimes attended by the directors and actors and the audience would get a chance to ask them questions. Please see the British Film Institute's website for film selection and schedule: http://www.lff.org.uk/index.phpYou 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 Central London cinemas.
Trafalgar Parade and Service
Oct 2008 (annual)
The parade on the 23 October will commemorate the triumph of Nelson at Trafalgar in 1805, from 11 am the Sea Cadets will be joined by the Royal Navy together with the band of HM Royal Marines. The Duke of York, Admiral of the Sea Cadet Corps, will be the Inspecting Officer and lead the laying of the wreaths at Nelson's Column.http://www.seabritain2005.com/server.php?
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The Ski and Snowboard Show
22nd October to 26th October '08
Olympia Exhibition Centre, Olympia, LondonThis exhibition is the place to get all the answers for everything you need to know about the world of snow sports. A showcase of the world's leading producers and manufacturer's of ski & snowboard products, the latest gear, clothes and offers of ski holiday trips.
Special Features for the 2007 show:
Trespass Quarter Pipe, hosting the London Ride and the British Quarter ChampionshipsThe Burton Rail Jam, the world's best jibbers hit the showThe Landrover Brand Arena & Fashion ShowcaseJob WorkshopsTeaching Zone, free lessons for beginnersFree admission for kids (10 and under)For more information please visit: www.metroskishow.co.uk.
Stay at Derby Hotel Kensington and take the District line straight to Olympia Exhibition Centre.
The London Wine Show
weekend in late October
Business Design Centre, IslingtonThis is a great opportunity for people who are passionate about wines. This exhibition is the UK's largest event exclusively devoted to wine. You can sample the products from 100+ exhibitors from around the world in one venue. Wine experts will be present at this event including Oz Clarke, Tim Atkins, Matt Skinner, Susy Atkins, and Robert Joseph. As the Christmas and New Year Holidays are just around the corner, this is the time to stock up on wine at affordable prices and take advantage of the home delivery service provided. Please check for more information: http://www.wineshow.co.uk/
Stay at Quality Crown Hotel Paddington or Quality Crown Hotel Hyde Park, hop on the Hammersmith & City line to King's Cross and from there the Northern Line is one stop away from Angel.
Diwali on the Square :
mid-October
Trafalgar SquareLondon will celebrate India's major festival Diwali on 28 October. In India it is celebrated for five continuous days and the third day is the main day of Diwali, this is known as the 'Festival of Lights'. To mark this day the people light diyas and candles all around their house. The lighting of lamps is a way of paying obeisance to God for attainment of health, wealth, knowledge, peace, valor and fame. For one day in London, Diwali celebration will be experienced by Londoners at Trafalgar Square. Diwali on the Square will bring all the colour and celebration of the traditional Hindu, Sikh and Jains event to the centre of the city. The festival includes performances of Indian dance music, songs and theatre.
This London October events information page gives you first hand information about fascinating events in London.
