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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend in City and County of the City of London

10 picks around City and County of the City of London, from 7 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.

25–26 July Near City and County of the City of London

Not every listing gets a golden ticket

We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.

Happening Saturday 25 July to Sunday 26 July.
Picked for City and County of the City of 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 City and County of the City of London

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The Marriage of Maria Braun

at Close-Up Cinema

The Marriage of Maria Braun Rainer Werner Fassbinder , 1978, 120 min "A parable of post-World War II Germany, Fassbinder's film recounts the transformation of an impoverished war bride into a mercenary business woman. The best known of Fassbinder's trilogy of historical films about the Federal Republic's "economic miracle" of the 1950s and one of the major productions of the New German Cinema , The Marriage of Maria Braun is equally a melodrama of the highest order – Fassbinder's successful realization of his desire to create for Germany the equivalent of a classic Hollywood movie. Maria's failures at fidelity become a metaphor for the false optimism of the society that surrounds her: we hear Adenauer in the background succumb to weakness as his pledge never to rearm the nation falls victim to the irresistible allure of power." – Harvard Film Archive Screening as part of our Histoire(s) du cinéma series

1.1 milesSat 25 Jul18:45
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Eric Johnson2

Eric Johnson

at Islington Music

One of the most outstanding instrumentalists in rock over the past 40 years, Texas guitarist Eric Johnson was already a legend before he recorded his first album. By the early 1980s, many celebrated guitarists were singing the praises of this skinny kid from Austin with the mind-melting chops. Since 1986 Eric has released seventeen albums, in addition to albums with other artists such as Eclectic with jazz guitarist Mike Stern, and the platinum-selling G3 Live with Joe Satriani and Steve Vai. Eric has received eight Grammy nominations along with numerous other recognitions, awards and wins in various polls and magazines. Over the course of more than four decades, Eric Johnson has been traveling on a prolific odyssey. Along the way, his creations have cross-pollinated the various musical genres which include rock, blues, jazz, fusion, soul, folk, new-age, classical, and even country. *By purchasing a ticket to this event you are agreeing to adhere to Islington Assembly Hall's terms and conditions: https://islingtonassemblyhall.co.uk/customer-terms-conditions-2022/* *All tickets to shows at Islington Assembly Hall are subject to a Venue Levy of £1.50 + VAT. As a Grade II listed building, this levy will be reinvested into Islington Assembly Hall and its services, meaning the customer experience can continue to be enhanced.* Presented by The Gig Cartel. This is a 16+ event.

1.7 milesSat 25 Jul
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Workshops Events3

Workshops Events

at Samya Studios

Join Almira Alidon (The Sound Shift), Felicity Menteath & Dominique Bulgin for 3-hour immersive workshop designed to gently revitalise the nervous system and support ease through the height of summer. Together, we’ll move through an intentional dialogue between sound, movement, touch and scent - exploring practices that help the body find it’s sweet spot. The session will include: Grounding and energising Qi Gong movement with Dominique Guided self-massage rituals using neuro-attuned skincare by Menteath skincare A carefully held sonic landscape by The Sound Shift Moments of rest, reflection and sensory exploration Closing sound meditation Chilled cacao Led with nervous system awareness and care throughout, this session is an invitation to slow down, reconnect with the body, and settle into a more spacious summer state.

2 milesSat 25 Jul
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Community
Workshops Events4

Workshops Events

at Samya Studios

Join Almira Alidon (The Sound Shift), Felicity Menteath & Dominique Bulgin for 3-hour immersive workshop designed to gently revitalise the nervous system and support ease through the height of summer. Together, we’ll move through an intentional dialogue between sound, movement, touch and scent - exploring practices that help the body find it’s sweet spot. The session will include: Grounding and energising Qi Gong movement with Dominique Guided self-massage rituals using neuro-attuned skincare by Menteath skincare A carefully held sonic landscape by The Sound Shift Moments of rest, reflection and sensory exploration Closing sound meditation Chilled cacao Led with nervous system awareness and care throughout, this session is an invitation to slow down, reconnect with the body, and settle into a more spacious summer state.

2 milesSun 26 Jul
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community5

Is Small Beer on the Bermondsey Beer Mile

at Small Beer Brew Co.

The Small Beer brewery and taproom is close to several craft breweries and bottle shops that make up the Bermondsey Beer Mile. If you're tackling the Bermondsey Beer Mile on a Saturday, we recommend starting in the Small Beer taproom, and then making your way up to London Bridge, where your food and public transport options are plentiful. Alternatively, you can do it the other way around, kicking things off on Druid Street and ending your day in South Bermondsey, where you can visit Four Pure and Small Beer before closing time at 10pm.

2.5 milesSat 25 Jul23:00
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Stained Glass6

Stained Glass

at Rainbow Glass Studios

Below are stained glass panels produced by students on the one day beginners class T’s & C’s: NB. because the classes are always full and booked well in advance all cancellations or re-bookings require 4 weeks notice, (even in emergencies or adverse weather conditions) and 75% refund with 3 weeks notice unless there is someone on the waiting list who is able to take the space at short notice. We recommend you organise your own insurance for this eventuality. It is possible to rebook onto another class within 12 months of booking but further cancellations or re-bookings will forfeit any refund. In this class you will be working with glass, lead and heat from soldering irons, by booking you accept these inherent risks and take responsibility for your own health. In the interest of participant privacy I’m afraid no filming is allowed during class

3.3 milesSat 25 Jul£175
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Saturday LOW INTERMEDIATE+ @ GEORGE GREENS School (9:10am - 11:10am)7

Saturday LOW INTERMEDIATE+ @ GEORGE GREENS School (9:10am - 11:10am)

at Tower Hamlets Badminton Meetup

**Saturday - Lower Intermediate+ @ George Green's** Come and join our friendly badminton club for a fun and competitive doubles session at George Green’s School in Tower Hamlets! **How it works** * Book your spot here on Meetup – spaces are limited. * Pay by bank transfer before the session – bank details are provided below. * Bring your own racket and non-marking indoor shoes. Feather shuttles are included. **Level** This is a **Lower Intermediate+ session**. You should be able to play clears, smashes, drops, drives, and net shots consistently in games. All players **must be at the right level** for this session. Badminton levels vary between clubs, so we strongly recommend checking out our **Instagram page** to see what *we* class as **Lower Intermediate, Intermediate, and High Intermediate** before booking. We always use the **first game as a level check**. If it becomes clear during that game that the standard isn’t the right match for this session, **you won’t be able to continue beyond that point**. As a **small community club**, we’re unfortunately **unable to offer refunds** in these situations. Please **only book a session if you are happy to accept these conditions**. **Stay connected** We have a club WhatsApp group for updates, photos, and extra playing opportunities.

4.1 milesSat 25 Jul09:10£12
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Saturday LOW INTERMEDIATE+ @ GEORGE GREENS School8

Saturday LOW INTERMEDIATE+ @ GEORGE GREENS School

at Tower Hamlets Badminton Meetup

**Saturday - Lower Intermediate+ @ George Green's** Come and join our friendly badminton club for a fun and competitive doubles session at George Green’s School in Tower Hamlets! **How it works** * Book your spot here on Meetup – spaces are limited. * Pay by bank transfer before the session – bank details are provided below. * Bring your own racket and non-marking indoor shoes. Feather shuttles are included. **Level** This is a **Lower Intermediate+ session**. You should be able to play clears, smashes, drops, drives, and net shots consistently in games. All players **must be at the right level** for this session. Badminton levels vary between clubs, so we strongly recommend checking out our **Instagram page** to see what *we* class as **Lower Intermediate, Intermediate, and High Intermediate** before booking. We always use the **first game as a level check**. If it becomes clear during that game that the standard isn’t the right match for this session, **you won’t be able to continue beyond that point**. As a **small community club**, we’re unfortunately **unable to offer refunds** in these situations. Please **only book a session if you are happy to accept these conditions**. **Stay connected** We have a club WhatsApp group for updates, photos, and extra playing opportunities.

4.1 milesSat 25 Jul10:10£12
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In-Person Group Hypnobirthing Course London - 2026-279

In-Person Group Hypnobirthing Course London - 2026-27

at The Hypnobirthing Midwife - group classes in Leyton

July Sat 11 & Sun 12 July 2:30pm to 7pm (in person both days) Pause Leyton London E10 6NQ + 15 July 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 22 July 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 29 July 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 3 Aug 6:30pm (in person) Check availability Sept Sat 26 & Sun 27 Sept 2:30pm to 7pm (in person both days) Pause Leyton London E10 6NQ + 30 Sept 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 7 Oct 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 14 Oct 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 19 Oct 6:30pm (in person) Check availability Nov Sat 14 & Sun 15 Nov 2:30pm to 7pm (in person both days) Pause Leyton London E10 6NQ + 18 Nov 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 25 Nov 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 2 Dec 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 7 Dec 6:30pm (in person) check availability Jan 2027 Sat 9 & Sun 10 Jan 2:30pm to 7pm (in person both days) Pause Leyton London E10 6NQ + 13 Jan 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 20 Jan 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 27 Jan 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 1 Feb 6:30pm (in person) check availability

5.1 milesSun 26 Jul08:30
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Workshops & Classes
In-Person Group Hypnobirthing Course London - 2026-2710

In-Person Group Hypnobirthing Course London - 2026-27

at The Hypnobirthing Midwife - group classes in Leyton

July Sat 11 & Sun 12 July 2:30pm to 7pm (in person both days) Pause Leyton London E10 6NQ + 15 July 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 22 July 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 29 July 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 3 Aug 6:30pm (in person) Check availability Sept Sat 26 & Sun 27 Sept 2:30pm to 7pm (in person both days) Pause Leyton London E10 6NQ + 30 Sept 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 7 Oct 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 14 Oct 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 19 Oct 6:30pm (in person) Check availability Nov Sat 14 & Sun 15 Nov 2:30pm to 7pm (in person both days) Pause Leyton London E10 6NQ + 18 Nov 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 25 Nov 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 2 Dec 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 7 Dec 6:30pm (in person) check availability Jan 2027 Sat 9 & Sun 10 Jan 2:30pm to 7pm (in person both days) Pause Leyton London E10 6NQ + 13 Jan 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 20 Jan 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 27 Jan 7:30-9:30pm (Zoom) 1 Feb 6:30pm (in person) check availability

5.1 milesSun 26 Jul20:30
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