Things to do in London

Children’s Theaters in London

noreply@blogger.com (London Updates) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:50:00 +0000

London city is a great destination not only for adults but even for kids. This capital city has some world class designated children’s theater and other world class venues which host children’s shows all round the year. As far as tings to do in London are concerned, especially for kids, then there is nothing like a trip to these children’s theaters which are creative, educational and includes all the fun. Here’s our selection of some of the best known London theaters for children:

The Puppet Theater Barge: This Theater is in a boat which travels all the way down the Thames putting on variety of shows to entertain children. This is a comfortable one featuring seating capacity of 55 inclusive of all modern facilities. This theater is now presenting shows since 1982. The shows organized in Puppet Theater Barge offer a special delight to all young and old with exclusive music, rod puppets and songs. Moreover, the theater specializes in puppet shows and is a perfect place for all family.

Polka Theater: This is one of the very few theater venues in London which are completely dedicated to children and young people. This theater was opened in Wimbledon in 1979 and is for the audience aged 0 to 13. Exciting shows, adaptations and world premiers are organized ranging from comedy to drama. The performance space is surrounded by a playground, exhibition areas, reading corners, toyshops and cafes.

The Tricycle Theater: This theater is in Kilburn offering rich events and programs for kids from the age of three upwards. Lot of activities is organized including workshops, cinema and various after school activities for children. The workshop programs have a lot many events which are ideal for children aged 18 months or up-to school leavers.

Children’s Theaters in London are the best sources for your child’s enjoyment and fun.

Ice Skating in London

noreply@blogger.com (London Updates) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 05:36:00 +0000

London has a lot to offer during the Christmas season, however, there are several other things to do in London which can be done only in winter season and one such thing is ice skating. As winters are just round the corner, London ice rinks are once again set for this season for great skating events. The classic venues for ice skating which the London boasts of are: the Natural History museum, Somerset House, Winter Wonderland at Hyde Park, Alexandra Palace, Hampton Court Palace and the Tower of London. Ice skating is again one of the best things to do in London during winter season. Some famous Ice skating destinations in London are:

Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink: This is a 900 square meter rink, set in front of Henry VIII’s picturesque. This skating rick has the space for 250 skaters and the skating session lasts for 1 hour. There is a Frost Fayre café adjacent to the rink serving hot drinks. The timings are as follows: 10am-10pm Daily (Closed on Dec 25).

Somerset House: This is one of the most astonishing skating spots in London. The tickets for this skating rink are now on sale for 2009 - 2010 ice skating season. This is one of the popular open ice skating rinks in London where skaters can skate beneath the stars. The adjacent skate café and bar allows you to enjoy celebratory drinks. Moreover, ice skating at Somerset House has become a definitive experience during London Christmas.

The Natural History Museum: The museum is complemented by Christmas fair so there is again a lot more to offer other than ice skating. This is a landmark ice skating rink in London covering an area of 1000 square meter. This outdoor rink has a special ice rink for young skaters. Here Londoners of all age groups can expect fun and entertainment in grand surroundings.

Enjoy ice skating during this festive season at these well known places and have the lifetime skating experience.

Family Outings in London

noreply@blogger.com (London Updates) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 06:00:00 +0000

London is a destination known for great fun and entertainment for all family members. Earlier, the place offers quiet limited attractions and other options as far as things to do in London are concerned. Today, this ultimate tourist destination has a lot to offer from family point of view as well. As far as family is concerned, this destination offers best family outings to the best places in London. The secret of successful family outings in London is to get an idea about the famous attractions and history of this capital city and then take a lead. Here are some of the exciting things to do in London with your families.

Boat Trip on the Thames:

Many of you might have heard the name of this famous river, The Thames, but most of you have not tasted the fun of the boating ride here. It is again the best and the most exciting family outings enjoying a full range of sights along the river. Moreover, this family outing is highly recommended, especially for London sightseeing. Apart from this, the river offers a wide range of catering menus including all dishes. Alternatively, there are regular cruises which have specific departure and arrival timings and start from the same river.

Moray Firth Dolphins:

The Moray Firth is well known for its largest dolphins in the world and here it has a large resident population of bottlenose dolphins. It has become a very well known tourist attraction and there are companies which run boat trips for dolphin spotting. Again the best family outing idea as kids would also really enjoy being with you on this trip. For this famous attraction, most of the UK population is investing their time and money into it.

The SnowDome Tamworth:

When it comes to family outings in London, this is quiet an expensive place to go, but visiting once is worthwhile. It is an indoor ski slope in Tamworth. In UK it was the first ever indoor ski slope. There is a swimming pool and a gym within the complex.

Thus, these are some of the best places to visit with your family and explore the fun of a family outing.

Fantastic Mr. Fox Review

noreply@blogger.com (London Updates) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 06:46:00 +0000

Four out of Five stars

Widely enjoyable, very funny comedy with a pleasantly peculiar animation and a superb cast of voice, but the biggest surprise is just how ideally it sits along the previous films of Anderson.

About the movie

Based on the book of children by Roald Dahl, Fantastic Mr. Fox stars George Clooney as Mr. Fox and is directed by Wes Anderson. Mr. Fox, who had promised his wife Felicity (Meryl Streep) that he would give up a life of henhouse thievery when their son Ash (Jason Schwartzman) takes birth and now moves forward to write a column in the newspaper which is read by almost nobody. However after 12 Fox years (2 real years) of going forward with the same job, Mr. Fox longs for the thrilling adventure of a perfect crime, so he goes forth and plots a triple hit on the farms of Bunce, Boggis and Bean (Hugo Guinness, Robin Hurlstone and Michael Gambon).
Perhaps the delightful surprise of Mr. Fox is that, despite the source material and the animation, it still carries forth its traditions of being a Wes Anderson film and can conveniently match the likes of The Royal Tenenbaums and The Darjeeling Limited, both structurally and thematically. This is highlighted by a superb star cast which includes Anderson regulars such as Jason Schwartzman, Owen Wilson (as Coach Skip) and Bill Murray (Fox’s Lawyer, as brilliant as Badger), along with a terrific cast.

While it pretty much helps to maintain his signature style, Anderson uses bands like The Beach Boys and The Rolling Stones on the soundtrack is at times grating. Likewise, the script offers some annoying Americanisms like five and dime, despite the fact that it was supposed to be set in England.

Film Making at London Film Academy

noreply@blogger.com (London Updates) — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:43:00 +0000

Date – 1^st April – 18^th November 2009

Venue – London Film Academy

The Old Church

52A Walham Grove

SW6 1QR

Telephone - +44 (0)20 7386 7711

Nearest tube station – Fulham Broadway tube station

If you are looking for an academy or an institute in London to excel your directing, editing, writing or production skills then London Film Academy is an ideal option. You can also choose amongst the courses offering sound track, makeup and other technical knowledge by some of the most experienced people of the industry. Filming has become one of the most interesting careers for youngsters even in London and thus, craze for film classes in London is increasing day by day.

Although the user friendly internet software’s can easily assist you to film yourself and your loved ones while dancing or performing but, to make your creations look professional you need to learn through a professional course. This globally renowned academy offers world class training and excellent career options in film making. You can choose amongst the wide range of short term and full time courses available in the academy. These courses are designed in such a way that it not only gives you the subject knowledge but, it also offers intense introduction to the techniques required behind the camera.

The students get a wonderful exposure, valuable experience and a great opportunity to learn from some of the best known producers, writers and directors of the industry. Thus, you also gain the inside knowledge of the industry. These classes are scheduled throughout the year thus; you can choose the appropriate timings for yourself. The admission procedure starts from 1^st April and lasts upto 18^th of November. The seats assigned for each course are limited so hurry up and grab your admission to make the full use of this excellent opportunity.

Ride the Steam Engine at Kew Bridge Steam Museum

noreply@blogger.com (London Updates) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 12:31:00 +0000

Address

Green Dragon Lane, Brentford

TW8 0EN

Tel – 020 8568 4757

Nearest tube station – Kew Gardens

Time – Sunday between 11 am – 4 pm (March – November)

(The museum is closed on every Monday except if it is a bank holiday)

Price – 9.50 pounds (entry for children under 16 years of age is free). Special rates apply for some exhibitions and special events. Concessions are available to students and seniors.

The Kew Bridge Steam Museum is located at a 19^th century pumping station in the region of London’s Brentford. The museum features the renowned Cornish beam engine which was used to pump water supply a long time back, in the west London. The Hunslet steam engine at the steam engine museum is one of the major highlights at the Kew Bridge. This locomotive is also popularly known as Cloister.

You can also savor an exciting ride on the Hunslet steam engine on Sundays.

This is amongst the few Waterworks Railways in London. It is the newest working steam locomotives in England. The ride is truly outstanding and is a fascinating experience especially for the kids. The permanent exhibition known as “Water for Life” at the museum is also extremely popular amongst the tourists. The other exhibitions at the museum include 90 inch engine, 100 inch engine, Bull engine, Maudslay engine, Boulton and Watt, Easton and Amos, Dancers End Engine, Triple expansion, Waddon engine, Waterwheel and Allen Diesel.

With so many exciting events and activities the Kew Bridge Steam museum has become one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city. People often visit the museum on weekends and bank holidays. But, if you want to experience the ride on the Waterworks railways then you must plan a trip on Sundays or on a bank holiday.

London Museums

noreply@blogger.com (London Updates) — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 05:39:00 +0000

London is one of the most popular tourist’s destinations in the world. The city is well known for its several London attractions. Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Madame Tussauds Wax museum and London Eye are some of the major London attractions. The city holds a rich, royal and influential historic back ground. The remains of the royal cultural heritage of England can still be seen in the museums and galleries located in London. Let’s explore some of the most popular museums and galleries in the city:

Natural History Museum

Located in the region of Cromwell Road near the South Kensington, London, Natural History museum is amongst the most visited museums in the city. It is the 3^rd largest museum after the renowned Victoria and Albert Museum and Science Museum. The building of the museum is similar to a typical cathedral building and has magnificent interiors. The museum was opened in the year 1881 and since then it alone attracts millions of tourist’s every year. The museum is located on the exhibition road which it self it popular for organizing events and exhibitions. The museum is home to more than 70 million articles related to the natural history and the entry is free of charge.

Madame Tussauds Wax Museum

Madame Tussauds is one the globally renowned museum and amongst the most popular London attractions. The museum is located in the region of Baker’s Street and is easily accessible from the Bakers Street tube station. The museum has several branches in various other countries. In the Madame Tussauds Wax Museum you can explore the wax figures of almost all the renowned personalities in the world. Britney Spears, Amitabh Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Sharukh Khan are some of the prominent personalities whose was figures are available in the museum. The museum is open from 9:30 to 5:30, seven days a week and the tickets for the entry are easily available in the museum.

British Museum

British Museum is amongst the top 10 London attractions in the city and is one of the most significant museums of England. The museum was established in the year 1753 and the collection at the museum is all about the human history, culture and tradition of Britain. Some of the most excellent works of several renowned artist’s and the prominent roman and Greek artefacts can be seen in the museum. The museum organizes several exhibitions round the year and the entry to the museum is absolutely free for most of these exhibitions.

The Victoria and Albert Museum

Sited close to the Natural History and Science Museums, Victoria and Albert Museum is one of the largest museums in London. The entry to this marvelous museum is absolutely free of charge. The collection in the museum includes a variety of 4 million articles, most of which date back to 3000 years. It includes the great art works from Europe, China, India, Japan and several other countries. The museum displays the cultures and traditions of all these countries in an extremely creative way. The museum also organizes several interesting exhibitions throughout the year.

Tate Galleries and Museums

Tate group of galleries is amongst the most famous galleries in United Kingdom. It includes the popular Tate Liverpool, Tate St Ives, Tate Modern and Tate Britain. All these Tate galleries are easily accessible from the London undergrounds and several other public transports. The collections in these museums display a variety of art and culture. Some of them are well known for displaying exceptional art works and some are known for phenomenal collections embracing photography. Several Tate tours are also organized in the city in which the experienced guides help the tourists to explore the magnificence of the Tate Galleries.

These museums and galleries are not only popular tourist’s destinations but they are also a great resource of information for the intellectuals from all parts of the world.