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Cyprus Week

Theatre Technis hasn't given us the full script, but Cyprus Week has got "worth checking out" written all over it.

Wed 22 JulTheatre Technis(3.8mi)

via Theatre TechnisLocal gem

Likely freeTalks & Lectures

Spotlight Talk: Leaving London

In this short talk, Roy will dive into the spaces, places, and faces of the Foundling Hospital’s move out of London. This talk takes place on the exact centenary of the day in 1926 when the Hospital underwent a huge upheaval and dozens of children were moved from the heart of London to the countryside.

Wed 22 JulFoundling Museum(3.8mi)

via Foundling MuseumLocal gem

Likely freeChildren & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Family Workshop: Fabulous Flowers

Join artist Jess Heritage to transform the Museum with a spectacular nature-inspired installation! Bring the space to life by creating giant flowers and adding them to the collaborative display.

Wed 22 JulFoundling Museum(3.8mi)

via Foundling MuseumLocal gem

Community

Bollywood on Steinway

One for the diary — Bollywood on Steinway at 1901 Arts Club. The organiser's keeping schtum on the details, but that's half the fun.

Wed 22 Jul1901 Arts Club(3.8mi)

via 1901 Arts ClubLocal gem

Community

Bengali Women’s Social Club

An open session for Bengali women in the local community, focussed on faith, health and friendship. This session is part of our Health Haven programme. Please email or to...

Wed 22 JulCastlehaven Community Hub(3.8mi)

via Castlehaven Community Hub

Workshops & Classes

Mental Health First Aid: Two-Day Course

22 Jul 2026

Wed 22 JulMusicians Union(3.9mi)

via Musicians UnionLocal gem

TheatreWorkshops & Classes

Words from the Wild-Storytelling and Theatre Workshop with the National Theatre

Hosted by the National Theatre and facilitated by professional playwright Benjamin Salmon, this exciting workshop, inspired by the NT's production of War Horse , explores storytelling, creativity, and performance while helping young people develop their own ideas and imagination. Participants will leave with a toolkit of creative prompts, fresh ideas, and new sources of inspiration to support their own storytelling at home and beyond. A workshop not to be missed! Ages 9 to 12 years

Wed 22 JulDurning Library(3.9mi)

via Durning LibraryLocal gem

Community

Cartref yn y Ddinas

London Welsh Centre is hosting and we're spreading the word. Cartref yn y Ddinas — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Wed 22 JulLondon Welsh Centre(4mi)

via London Welsh CentreLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Around £20.00

Italian Class: Lower Intermediate

Join us for our lower intermediate Italian conversation class on Wednesday 22 July at 6pm. The 50-minute class will take place at Arthur's Coffee House in Ravenscourt Park. Which class is right for me?Lower Intermediate (A2) - I know basic vocabulary and can form simple sentences, but I struggle to keep a conversation

Wed 22 JulBendico(4mi)

via BendicoLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Around £20.00

French Class: Lower Intermediate

Join us for our lower intermediate French conversation class on Wednesday 22 July at 6pm. The 50-minute class will take place at Arthur's Coffee House in Ravenscourt Park. Which class is right for me?Lower Intermediate (A2) - I know basic vocabulary and can form simple sentences, but I struggle to keep a conversation g

Wed 22 JulBendico(4mi)

via BendicoLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Around £20.00

Spanish Class: Lower Intermediate

Join us for our lower intermediate Spanish conversation class on Wednesday 22 July at 6pm. The 50-minute class will take place at Arthur's Coffee House in Ravenscourt Park. Which class is right for me?Lower Intermediate (A2) - I know basic vocabulary and can form simple sentences, but I struggle to keep a conversation

Wed 22 JulBendico(4mi)

via BendicoLocal gem

Dance

Caring Cultures in Dance

DCD and One Dance UK will deliver this one-day event as part of People Dancing’s Summer Programme 2026. A compassionate, body-aware journey into wellbeing, self-care and the care of others.

Wed 22 JulDancers' Career Development(4.2mi)

via Dancers' Career Development

Likely freeDanceLive Music

Free Soul Collective Street Dance Jam

Join USDD Networks' Soul Collective: Street Dance Training Step into the rhythm and express yourself at a weekly Dance Jam, hosted by Soul Collective, USDD’s adult street dance group! This open freestyle session is for dancers who want to train, cypher and connect while building a community. Whether you're refining your skills or just starting out… all levels are welcome! No pressure, just movement, music and good vibes! This is a freestyle-only room; no group rehearsals. So come and dance away! Class Details: - Age Range: 18+ years (Mixed) - Clothing: Comfortable clothing like joggers, tracksuits, or leggings (no shorts) - Session Duration: 2hours Book your FREE session below!

Wed 22 JulWalworth Town Hall Community Space(4.4mi)

via Walworth Town Hall Community SpaceCurated

Likely freeCommunity

Overwatch 5v5

Our Overwatch event is moving to a regular Wednesday slot, with it potentially becoming bi-weekly depending on turnout! Don’t have a full team? No problem, we’ll be matching up players without complete teams to make sure everyone can get in on the action. We’ll be playing the regular 5v5 mode and map selection will be done via voting! - Signups are on the night from 6:30PM, with games beginning at 7PM, you can still join even if arriving later! - You may bring your own controllers/peripherals if you want - We will be using the Steam PC version of the game for ease of login - Games will run until 10PM or so, and PCs remain available afterwards - No entry fee, but you must make a purchase to take part! Winning teams will get a little soju on the house, and depending on sign up numbers we may do a small bracket to see who’s the best in the room! See you there!

Wed 22 JulMeltdown(4.6mi)

via MeltdownCurated

Community

Astrid Sonne and Liana Zhen-Ai

Right then — Astrid Sonne and Liana Zhen-Ai at CLUB CHEEK. We've nabbed the essentials, they've kept the juicy bits for their own site.

Wed 22 JulCLUB CHEEK(4.7mi)

via CLUB CHEEKLocal gem

Community

Study day: Lord Alfred Tennyson

Exploring 'In Memoriam' by Lord Alfred Tennyson

Wed 22 JulThe Questors Theatre(4.8mi)

via The Questors TheatreLocal gem

Theatre

Hot Mess: A New Musical

Vicky Graham Productions, Birmingham Hippodrome and Aria Entertainment with Pascal Ultee Productions, Broadway Asia International, TRW Production and Willette Klausner present the Birmingham Hippodrome Production of HOT MESS: A New Musical. The multi award-winning, 5-star new musical that took the Edinburgh Festival by storm lands in London for a strictly limited summer season. After a billion … Continued

Wed 22 Jul08:30Stagetext(4.6mi)

via StagetextLocal gem

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More about Kensington

Greater London, England

Kensington sits right in the heart of Greater London with a charm that feels worlds away from the usual rush. You can find live music at local halls or catch a play at a theatre without ever needing to leave the borough. The parks always have something going on if you fancy a stroll while the kids run wild. From community markets to family-friendly cinema nights, there is plenty to do near your doorstep. We keep track of all the shows and gatherings so you can plan your evening with ease. It really is a neighbourhood where good times happen naturally, no matter the weather outside.

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