Looking for something other than the usual seasonal markets to get you into the festive spirit? Here’s our pick of quirky Christmas events…
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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…
Paisley Museum’s hidden gems ready for display
Discover Paisley’s Secret Collection and it’s 2000 year-old link to Syria through a unique glass display…
A presidential garden hidden in the UK
Here we are again, with another slightly topical Curiosity of the Week. As we’ve been gripped by the US Elections, we decided to focus on an unusual link between the UK and USA for our latest curiosity.
Being Human festival invites you for a cultural cuppa
This November, join Being Human festival’s virtual talks, tours, quizzes, exhibitions, storytelling, and virtual cafés…
Hear stories from Arctic artists, poets and musicians
The British Museum is encouraging you to take this unique opportunity to pause, reflect and look at our world from new perspectives…