This May, the grassroots and community-led Chelsea Fringe takes place with a host of quirky and soul-nurturing free and family-friendly events…
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The HandleBards head out on bikes to pedal their plays
Fancy some open-air theatre this summer? The popular Shakespearean troupe known as The Handlebards are back with another bicycle-powered tour…
Explore climate change through puppet-making
This weekend, why not take the kids to explore climate change through puppet-making? Join artist Oliver Cloke for a drop-in workshop at the Grant Museum in London…
Ghost tales and stories of shape-shifters in Oxford
Fancy hearing ghost stories from Japan or darkly humorous fairy tales for grown-ups? Then you’ll want to head to the Story Museum in Oxford…
Have yourself a quirky little Christmas
Looking for something other than the usual seasonal markets to get you into the festive spirit? Here’s our pick of quirky Christmas events…
Spooky suppers and Halloween voyages in Greenwich
Many of us are looking towards the end of the month and the fun celebration that is Halloween. And the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich has a trio of quirky themed events…
Tigers, muck and strolls at Bloomsbury Festival
Enjoy shows, art, walks and talks at this year’s Bloomsbury Festival in London as neon sculptures, street feasts and happiness exhibitions fill the area…
Go Up, Down and Beyond in Greenwich
Fancy discovering some of London’s hidden history in an alternative way? This weekend, join an interactive theatre event in Greenwich…
A gyroscopic flying machine and walkabout puppet theatre at Festival of Thrift
This weekend, celebrate sustainability and culture at the Festival of Thrift in North Yorkshire with shows, workshops and quirky performances…
The quirky wonders of Wigtown
The annual Wigtown Book Festival opens this week. So, we thought it was a good time to take a look at this quirky Scottish town for our latest Curiosity of the Week…
Mudlarking, illuminations and immersive talks at Totally Thames
This September, go out or head online to discover more about the River Thames and celebrate its heritage with the Totally Thames festival…
Your chance to make a mark at Beamish
This summer, Beamish: The Living Museum of the North, is giving you the unique chance to Make Your Mark on the walls of a new exhibit…
Explore your curiosity and creativity with UCL’s virtual events
This month, UCL are hosting an array of virtual activities to offer a much-needed distraction from lockdown…
Quirky ideas for an alternative or anti-Valentine’s Day at home
We bring you some quirky ideas on how to spend your alternative (or anti) Valentine’s Day at home, with dark tales and clandestine cabaret…
Interactive game creates a Tudor Palace Palaver
This half term, head back in time to the Tudor era for a family-friendly event with a difference…