The Real Woman in Black London Ghost Walk

February 2, 2012

See the Real Woman in Black London Ghost Walk from Great British Tours. The latest film starring Daniel Radcliffe hits the cinemas in the UK on February 10th. The film was written by Jane Goldman, and is based on Susan Hill’s novel of the same name. It is produced (not surprisingly) by Hammer Film Productions.

One the London Ghost Walk you will learn about the story behind London’s Women in black along with many other ghost stories at the locations where the ghosts were seen. You also visit London’s most haunted pub and the Tower of London. If you love ghosts and the supernatural this tour is for you.

Those brave enough and want to book this spooky walking tour will need a valid Travelcard/Oystercard as the walk involves numerous train journeys across London, some of them haunted! The tour which runs on Thursday, Friday and Saturday last for approximately 2.5 hours and the meeting point is at 7pm underneath Wellington Arch on Hyde Park Corner, Apsley Way, London W1J 7JZ. The nearest tube is Hyde Park Corner and the cost is £20. To book, follow this link:
London Ghost Walk

Fans of Daniel Radcliffe and Harry Potter will be interested to know that they can go on a number of film location tours from Brit Movie Tours. Some lasting a few hours and some a couple of days. The Warner Bros Studio Tour London which starts this Spring is the ultimate day out for fans of Harry Potter. You will be able to go behind the scenes and see real sets and costumes at the Warner Bros Studios at Leavesden where the films were made. The tour lasts approximately 9 hours and costs £85 for adults and under 15s £75. Discounts available for family tickets and you can also buy gift vouchers. There are also harry Potter tours which take you on a tour of locations in Oxford and Lacock. You will sites used for Hogwarts and walk in the footsteps of the boy wizard himself.

Book with us to save pounds and be ideally located for the attractions above as well as all the major London attractions.

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The Golf Show at Earls Court Two 11-13th Nov

November 8, 2011

The interactive London Golf Show is a great day out for all ages and all levels of golfers. You will find big brand golf equipment manufacturers, club testing on a huge driving range and great deals in the golf store.

You can get some free tuition from all of the top golfing coaches. With plenty of prices to be won and celebrity appearances, this is one golf event not to miss. So regardless of what your handicap is head along to Earls Court Two this weekend 11th -13th November

Looking for a Earls Court Hotel? Look no further as we are just down the road.

Filed under: Earls Court,London Events,London Hotels — Tags: Earls court, Hotels — shamina @ 2:55 pm

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Bonfire Night in London 2011

November 2, 2011

It’s that time of year again when we have to lock up our sensitive pets and wrap up warm and head for our local bonfire and firework display. This year the 5th of November falls on a Saturday which is perfect, but some displays are on the Friday the 4th.

Those living in or around London have plenty to choose from. Below is a list of firework displays in London.

Hammersmith Fireworks 2011 – Ravenscourt Park
Saturday 5th November. Gates open at 6pm with main display at 8pm. £7 on the gate, children under 5 are free. If you buy tickets in Advance they will cost £5.

Crystal Palace Fireworks
Saturday 5th November. Starts at 8.30pm with a small display for young children starting at 7pm
Traditional food and drinks will be available and a funfair.

Blackheath Fireworks
Saturday 5th November, 8pm, free admission.

Kingston Fireworks – Kingsmeadow Athletics and Fitness Centre Stadium
Friday 4th November. £6 for adults and £4 for children. But you can make a saving by booking in advance. Adults would then cost £4 and children £3.

Wimbledon Park Fireworks
Friday 4th November, £7.00 adults, £5.00 for kids under 16 or you can go for a family ticket for £20.00 (2 adults and 2 kids). Children under 4 go free. Display from 6.45 – 8.30.

Filed under: London,London Events — Tags: blackheath fireworks, Bonfire Night London, hammersmith fireworks, kingston fireworks, wimbledon fireworks — shamina @ 5:12 pm

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Visit the London Dungeon this Halloween

October 27, 2011

This year at the London Dungeon you will be able to meet Stingy Jack, the evil mythical character from Irish folklore. He was damned by the devil and made to walk in darkness for all eternity with his turnip lantern. This Halloween he will be stalking the dark hellish corridors of the dungeons and could appear at any moment, so you will need to be on your toes!

New for 2011 is Vengeance with is the UK’s first 5D laser ride. Also you will find Extremis: Drop Ride to Doom which is an adrenaline-charged “last drop” in the dark ride. Also for your enterainment is a chilling water ride.

15th – 31st October

Filed under: London,London Events,Seasonal — Tags: london dungeons, stinky jack — shamina @ 12:56 pm

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Halloween at London Eye

October 24, 2011

Wicked Witch at London eye on Oct 31st

If you’re looking for a harrowing Halloween time m for your family, then come alone to the “London Eye” which will be playing host to Wilhelmina the Wickedest Witch during the scariest time of the year.

If your little monsters have been a handful during the half term, why not bring them alone to the London Eye where you can take them to the Tales of a Very Wicked Witch Capsule to teach them a lesson and give them a fright or two! Wilhelmina the wicked witch has forgotten how to be wicked so kids are invited to help Wilhelmina regain her dastardly powers by chanting magical spells.

As well as the entire witch themed fun on offer during Halloween at London Eye, kids and families can also enjoy scary storytelling as part of the London Eye River Cruise. You will get to hear all about the haunting tales associated with the South Bank and the river.

When?
22 October 2011 -
31 October 2011

12.30pm – 3.30pm

Where?
London Eye, The

Cost?
£11.00 – £21.00

If you’re looking for a budget hotel with a great location, why not try us out here at Kensington West. You can jump on the district line from Kensington West and go straight to Westminster for the fun and frights of Halloween at the London eye. Book now to avoid disappointment.

Filed under: London,London Events,Seasonal — Tags: Halloween at London Eye, Wicked Witch — shamina @ 9:37 am

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Halloween Films at London Cinemas

October 19, 2011

Singalonga Rocky Horror Picture Show London

The Singalonga Rocky Horror Picture Show London event is taking place at the Prince Charles Cinema. The special screening promises plenty of interactive fun for fans of the cult hit. Dress up in halloween gear or just get your stockings and suspenders out and sing your heart out to songs such as The Time Warp.

When?
30 September 2011 -
08 December 2011

8.30pm

Where?
Prince Charles Cinema

Cost?
£15.00

Age Restrictions
18+

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Chills in the Chapel

Screening in the gothic Union Chapel with candles and atmospheric lighting, Chills in the Chapel invites you to get spooked out for Halloween 2011. The backdrop will be just as spooky as the films. The Blair Witch Project will be playing on the Saturday 29th October, then the Invasion of the Body Snatchers the next night.

When
29 October 2011 -
30 October 2011

Times tbc

Where
Union Chapel

Cost
Free

Age Restrictions
18+

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Electric Cinema

The Electric Cinema is putting on an all nighter of scary films by John Carpenter this Halloween. Also the much the much loved ’80s classic Ghostbusters will be showing.

When?
29 October 2011 -
30 October 2011

Where?
The Electric Cinema

Age Restrictions?
Ghostbusters rated PG
All nighter 18+

Filed under: London Events — Tags: Chills in the Chapel, Electric Cinema, Halloween Films, Rocky Horror Picture Show — shamina @ 1:10 pm

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Halloween London Events

Lost In London – Halloween Fiestaval

The 2011 HALLOWEEN FIESTAVAL is going to be the biggest and most exciting event on the Lost in London calendar to date. As the souls of the dead return for the weekend this production led extravaganza is set to be full of tricks and treats!

You can expect Zombie stilt walkers, a freaky fire stage show, Frankenstein beat-boxer, devilish hosts, vampire break-dancers, face painting and apple bobbing. All this alongside the tried and tested and well respected Lost in London Resident DJ’s spinning the finest electro, house, pop and latin in town.

When?

28 October 2011
22:00:00 – 06:00:00

Where?

Proud2

Cost?

£5.00 per person + booking fee

More Info?
Lost In London – Halloween Fiestaval

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Alice Cooper Halloween Night

Alice Cooper Halloween Night of Fear is taking place at Alexandra Palace. The iconic singer is bringing a very special Halloween concert to London, he will be joined on stage with legendary punk rockers the New York Dolls who will be on hand to fill audience members with plenty of shock and awe.

When?
29 October 2011

Where?
Alexandra Palace

Cost
£34.50Age Restrictions
Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult

More Info?

Alice Cooper Halloween Night

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Halloween at London Bridge Experience

Experience your greatest fears this Halloween at the London Bridge Experience. Part of this experience is where you take a look around the haunted tunnels under the London Bridge. The Halloween at London Bridge Experience has been labelled as one of London’s most scary location experience.

When
17 October 2011 -
01 November 2011

10am – 6pm
7pm – late

Where
London Bridge Experience

Cost
£17.00 – £23.00

More Info?
Halloween at London Bridge Experience

Filed under: Alexandra Palace,London,London Events — Tags: Alice Cooper Halloween Night, London Bridge Experience, Lost In London - Halloween Fiestaval — shamina @ 12:55 pm

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Whats hot in London this coming week

October 12, 2011

There is always lots to do in London and this week is no exception. See below for a list of happenings this coming week:

Autumn Cheese and Wine Festival

From October 14-16th at the Southbank Centre Square SE1 8XX . The festival is a real must for cheese and wine connoisseurs. You can buy and sample from some of the countries top artisan producers Some of the exhibitors include Beppino’s, Dvine Wine Ltd, Flour Station, Garlic King and Flavours of Spain. For more details: http://www.cheesewinefestival.com
Chocolate Unwrapped

Still on the subject of food is the Chocloate Unwrapped perfect for those who wish to celebrate chocolate. It is on at Vinopolis, Bankside, SE1 9BU from October 15th -16th. It will feature around 40 chocolate companies selling chocolate and chocolate related treats. Great for Christmas stocking fillers. There will also be sculptures made from chocolate, cooking demonstrations, talks and of course tastings. For more details: http://www.chocolateweek.co.uk/

Frieze Art Fair

Frieze art fair at Regents Park, NW1 4NR is a large annual art exhibition with art on view and for sale. The exhibition is on from October 13th -16th. With over 1000 of the worlds top artists exhibiting their work you will be sure to pick up some unique pieces.

Crazy For You

At the Novello theatre the hit musical Crazy for you is running right up until next year. So there is still plenty of time to catch this show. The musical is about aspiring actor Bobby Child who is the son of a rich New York banking family who seems destined to live his life offstage. But when his mother demands that he takes care of business by closing down a failing theatre in Nevada, Bobby finds both the girl and the showbiz dream he’s been looking for.

Jerusalem

At the Apollo theatre, Jerusalem will running up until this Saturday the 15th October. Jerusalem is back in London after its award-winning Broadway run. Mark Rylance and Mackenzie Crook, who play Johnny ‘Rooster’ Byron and Ginger are back in top from. On St George’s Day, the morning of the local county fair, Johnny Byron is a wanted man. The local council officials want to serve him an eviction notice, his children want him to take them to the fair, Troy Whitworth wants to give him a serious kicking and a motley crew of mates want his ample supply of drugs and alcohol. The daily telegraph said this production was an instant modern classic!

Whatever you up to this weekend make sure you enjoy yourself. If you want more pennies in your pocket why not stay with us. We offer affordable modern accommodation in a great location. So if you off to the Apollo theatre and want a hotel near Apollo, look no further.

Filed under: Exhibitions,London,London Events,Musicals — Tags: Autumn Cheese and Wine Festival, Chocolate Unwrapped, Frieze Art Fair, Jerusalem — shamina @ 2:26 pm

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Hotels near UK Rumfest 2011

October 5, 2011

This October the fifth UK RumFest is coming to Olympia, Kensington. London.

Rum drinkers will find the UK RumFest at Olympia the ultimate experience. You will be able to sip and buy over 400 rums from around the world. Cocktails will also be mixed in live demonstrations and be able to be tasted. There will be plenty of live musical entertainment including salsa, soca, reggae, zouk and samba. There is also a chance to win a fabulous holiday for 2 in the Caribbean which you will be able to visit a real rum distillery.

Entrance fees are as follows:

Saturday 15th October… £22 in advance online.

Sunday 16th October…£22 in advance online

Or why not go for a weekend pass for both the Saturday & Sunday which £32 in advance online:

www.ticketsource.co.uk/rumfest

If you just turn up on the day tickets will be £25.00.

If your looking for a hotel near Olympia then check us out. We are just a hop skip and a jump away from the exhibition center. Perfect for those who have had just a few too many rums and need a bolt hole in walking distance. Book now. We get busy around this time of the year.

Filed under: London,London Events,London Hotels,Olympia,Olympia Hotels — Tags: hotels near Olympia, Rumfest — shamina @ 12:08 pm

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Wicked

September 28, 2011

‘The Untold Story of the Witches of Oz’ introduces us to some very familiar characters, years before they met Dorothy. One of them is a clever, lively lady with green skin, the other is superficial, beautiful and popular. Wicked, the tale of how they became the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch, has broken box office records at the Apollo Victoria Theatre.

The musical is at its best in the first half, where a Hogwarts-esque school for witches forms the background for a very entertaining US High School comedy, with the usual mix of popular kids, geeks and rebels. Also familiar from the Harry Potter novels is the mixture of a serious political metaphor – the world of Oz slowly falling under the Wizard’s fascist regime – and child-friendly fantasy involving thrilling, high-budget broomstick flying scenes.