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Bonfire Night Weekend in London

10 picks around London, from 9 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.

4–6 November 2026 Near London

Not every listing gets a golden ticket

Same legwork as always: we check a frankly silly number of local websites, then keep the Bonfire Night plans that are nearby, properly described, and worth your time. No mystery listings that leave you guessing whether there are fireworks, a bonfire, or just a lonely burger van.

Happening 4 November 2026 to 6 November 2026.
Picked for London, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.

Our 10 picks near London

33rd SCI Young Chemist in Industry 20261Free! (worth double-checking)

33rd SCI Young Chemist in Industry 2026

at SCI

This event will be of interest to industrial chemists to discover what their contemporaries are working on in other companies and other areas of research, but also for academic chemists who want to find out the different challenges and focus that working in an industrial setting offers. It presents a superb opportunity for younger chemists to showcase their industrial research to an external audience. Prizes will be awarded for the best talk and runners-up. In addition, a lecture from a leading industrial chemist will conclude the proceedings. All talks will be followed by a chance to ask questions and the networking opportunity allows a possible exchange of ideas.

1.3 milesThu 5 Nov
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Ann Kempster

at Decorexi

Faultless from first enquiry, discovering products to delivery. The Decorexi shop Is local to me, I had passed it many times, admired the huge and beautiful clock faces but in May I actually visited. I had a great conversation with Lin who was empathetic, knowledgeable and so helpful. Spotted and bought my (first) mirror which was delivered with great care the next day! After spotting another mirror on their website and realising it was exactly what I needed for the sitting room, today I went in and bought that too. I had another long conversation with Lin, learned more about the company and explored the new website which only went live two days ago. It is excellent. I can’t recommend them enough for range of services and different decorative, and for me, inspirational ideas. Oh and such lovely people too!

2.1 milesFri 6 Nov
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Illuminati

at Box Galleries

THE ARTFUL DODGER OF PUNK, ILLUMINATI NEON, REVISITS WORLD’S END WITH A NEW EXHIBITION OF STRIKING NEON ARTWORKS AT BOX GALLERIES Box Galleries (402, King’s Road, Chelsea) is proud to announce its forthcoming focus on ‘ILLUMINATI’ by London-based artist, Illuminati Neon. Channelling the vivacity and rebellion of 1970s Punk, the focus will transport visitors to the backstage world of Punk in all its neon glory through the artist’s witty, high-octane and exuberant works. ILLUMINATI will be open to the public from 4th - 18th November 2020 and curatorial tours and private appointments will be available. The vibrant work will showcase how the power of Punk has created a whole dynamic method of expression, primarily with regards to visual art, second only to the music itself.

2.7 milesWed 4 Nov
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Mary Monfries and Chris Blakeley: Crossroads Retreat4

Mary Monfries and Chris Blakeley: Crossroads Retreat

at St. Katherine's

“Stand at the crossroads and look. Look for the ancient paths. Ask where the good way is and walk in it and you will find rest for your soul.” Run over 2 days for small groups of up to 8 people and facilitated by 2 experienced coaches, this retreat provides a unique space for people at a crossroads in life to pause, step back and reflect on where they are, the questions they find themselves in, what they really want and how to take steps forward. The crossroads could be vocational, such as a career change, or relational, such as divorce or separation. It could be a significant interruption in life from a change of circumstances or health, or simply a sense of wanting something different from life.

3.8 milesFri 6 Nov
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Mary Monfries and Chris Blakeley: Crossroads Retreat5

Mary Monfries and Chris Blakeley: Crossroads Retreat

at St. Katherine's

“Stand at the crossroads and look. Look for the ancient paths. Ask where the good way is and walk in it and you will find rest for your soul.” Run over 2 days for small groups of up to 8 people and facilitated by 2 experienced coaches, this retreat provides a unique space for people at a crossroads in life to pause, step back and reflect on where they are, the questions they find themselves in, what they really want and how to take steps forward. The crossroads could be vocational, such as a career change, or relational, such as divorce or separation. It could be a significant interruption in life from a change of circumstances or health, or simply a sense of wanting something different from life.

3.8 milesFri 6 Nov09:00
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KS3-5 PLAY PROGRAMME - upfronttheatrecompany6

KS3-5 PLAY PROGRAMME - upfronttheatrecompany

at Upfront Theatre

Play + Interactive Lecture Programme For KS3-5 90 minutes comprising Play + interactive Lecture. Performed to an entire year group. In Harm's Way Final few slots available Touring Sept 21st - Nov 5th, 2026 Touring Nationally In Harm’s Way is a PSHE play and interactive lecture exploring mental health, self-harm and the varying forms that can take, as well as looking at positive coping mechanisms. Suitable for Year 8+. Available to book for morning & afternoon sessions. Free performances available for schools with >25% FSM. Discounted performances available for schools with 15-25% FSM. Sponsored by Inner Spark early bird discount (-10%): until May 26th Before Anyone Else Enquiries welcome 2026 Touring date TBA Touring Nationally Before Anyone Else is a PSHE play and interactive lecture exploring consent, relationships and sexuality. We look at positive and negative relationships and how to deal with them. Suitable for Year 9+. Available to book for morning & afternoon sessions. Free performances available for schools with >25% FSM. Discounted performances available for schools with 15-25% FSM. Sponsored by Inner Spark early bird discount (-10%): TBA Key Info All plays follow the same format. How do the sessions run? The play (including pre-show introduction and post-show lecture) are performed by 3 professional actors.

4.1 milesThu 5 Nov
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Chris Ramsey: Here, Man

at Cliffs Pavilion, Southend

Following a rapid and complete sell-out Spring tour, Chris has added a limited run of extra dates this autumn. Despite initially (and repeatedly) vowing not to add any extra dates, the opportunity to continue touring ‘Here Man’ and tell audiences all about all the stuff that he CAN’T SAY on his hit podcast ‘Shagged Married Annoyed’, was just too tempting! As seen on The Chris & Rosie Ramsey Show, Strictly Come Dancing, and Taskmaster, presenting Children in Need, and co-hosting his weekly mega-hit marital podcast Shagged.Married.Annoyed, alongside (long-suffering) wife Rosie Ramsey, don’t miss Chris as he brings his trademark stand-up to a venue near you. Get your tickets fast!

4.2 milesThu 5 Nov
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Julius Caesar10

Julius Caesar

at Shakespeare Tavern

Take your place as a citizen of Rome, and experience Shakespeare’s epic thriller Julius Caesar in the intimate, candlelit setting of the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse.

1.3 milesFri 6 Nov£88
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