Category: Activities
Canaletto at Compton Verney
One of our country’s major artworks – Canaletto’s A Grand Regatta on the Grand Canal, painted circa 1740,is on display at Compton Verney. It is a fascinating pastiche of 18th century life among the grandees who lived in Venice and quite mesmerising…A unique opportunity to see it in this beautiful… more
Napoleon’s Last Gift to Son offered for sale at Sotheby’s
An exquisite pair of bespoke gold-encrusted pistols made for Napoleon’s beloved son and heir the three-year-old ‘King of Rome.’ more
Tiggy Winkles Wildlife Hospital
Every year in Britain over five million wild animals and birds are injured as a direct result of their encounters with man and man’s world. Tiggywinkles, The Wildlife Hospital Trust, is a specialist hospital dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating all species of British wildlife. At Tiggywinkles Visitor Centre you get… more
Mozart’s Cosi Fan Tutte by Garsington Opera
Garsington Opera at Worsley opens on Friday with John Fulljames’ production of Mozart’s Cos Fan Tutte. World-acclaimed opera star Lesley Garrett takes the role of the scheming maid Despina; Andrea Soare and Kathryn Rudge are the two sisters Fiordiligi and Dorabella whose fidelity is tested by their conspiring fiancee, Ferrando… more
Christie’s: Bohemian Slade School Sale
London – This Summer, Christie’s London will unveil a stellar selection of artworks formerly in the outstanding private collection of the late Edgar Astaire, which will be offered across four sales at Christie’s in June and July 2015. The group comprises works by revered 20th century British artists, including Mark… more
Mamma Mia Musical
This smash hit show is booking until 2016. A feel good musical that all the family will enjoy! more
Great British Beer Festival: Olympia 11-15 August
The Great British Beer Festival is organised by the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) and offers visitors the chance to explore over 900 real ales, ciders, perries and international beers to discover their perfect pint. The UK’s biggest beer festival will feature over 350 British breweries across 27 different bars… more
Olympia Arts and Antiques Fair: 18-28 June
The Olympia International Art & Antiques Fair offers a wider choice of high quality, vetted antiques, furniture and collectors’ pieces than any other event in London. Whether you are a seasoned collector or an eager newcomer, you will be spoilt for choice by 170 of the world’s leading specialist dealers,… more
Ikon Gallery, Birmingham
Ikon is an internationally acclaimed art museum situated in central Birmingham. Houses in a magnificent neo-gothic school building, it is an educational charity and works to encourage public engagement with contemporary art through exhibiting new work in a context of debate and participation. It offers free entry to all. Ikon… more
