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Some Things to Do This Weekend

Ocean Odyssey 3D (U)

Various dates
Various times
Science Museum
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Embark on an extraordinary journey through Earth’s vast ocean highways with a baby humpback whale to uncover the secrets of ocean currents.

Image credit: My English Heart, Vicky Lindo, 2019

British Studio Pottery and the V&A

Until 28 September 2025
10am-6pm
V&A South Kensington
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This display explores the V&A's collecting and exhibiting of studio pottery from the movement's beginnings to the present day.

Image credit: © Aaron Parsons for the Design Museum

Future Observatory: Tomorrow’s Wardrobe

14th Sep 2024 - Aug 2025
10am - 5pm
Design Museum
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Discover the urgent research and innovation taking place to design a future for fashion that is both stylish and sustainable.

Image credit: Andy Stagg 2023

Café & Restaurant: Friends Of Ours at Serpentine North

Tuesday - Sunday
8.30am - 4.30pm
Serpentine
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Enjoy brunch, lunch, coffee & drinks at our café and restaurant at Serpentine North. Friends Of Ours offer creative seasonal menus, locally sourced produce and friendly, relaxed service.

The Art of Landscapes with London Fine Art Studios

Various dates
10am - 1pm
Leighton House and Sambourne House Museum
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From explorations of drawing, to composition and colour harmony, join London Fine Art Studios in a series of practical classes to learn the art of landscape.

the Design Kitchen

Daily
10am - 5pm
Design Museum
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In need of refreshment and relaxation? Designed by Matthew Williamson, this lounge-style space is the perfect spot to recharge and spend time with friends and family while enjoying a selection of tasty snacks and drinks or a dining experience for two.

the Design Cafe

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In need of a coffee fix or quick snack before you visit our exhibitions? Pick your favourite items from the Design cafe.

Verdi Italian Kitchen

Royal Albert Hall
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Verdi Italian Kitchen is a relaxed, family-friendly restaurant offering delicious Italian favourites such as freshly baked pizza, handmade pasta, and classic desserts like tiramisu.

Dr Esther Mahlangu: Umuntu ngumuntu ngabantu

4 Oct 2024 - 28 Sept 2025
Serpentine
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Umuntu ngumuntu ngabantu presents a new public art mural in the garden at Serpentine North. The work emphasises the importance of communities and unity among humans and other living species.

NVAP Schools’ Screen: Autumn 2024 – Summer 2025

1 September 2024 - 9 July 2025
V&A South Kensington
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View an archived performance as part of the School’s Screen programme. A screening can both reinforce students’ understanding a play and act as a useful aide for revision.

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V&A trail: Christmas

V&A South Kensington
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Take the museums family trail to uncover Christmassy highlights in their collection.

Self-led school visits

The Royal Parks
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Visit one of London’s Royal Parks on your own with your school, home school group or uniform group (e.g. Scouts, Girl Guides).

The Royal Parks: EYFS

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The early years foundation stage (EYFS) sessions at the Hyde Park Learning Centre bring learning to life for children up to five years old.

Schools bursary scheme

The Royal Parks
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The Royal Parks offers a limited number of bursaries for schools who would otherwise be unable to visit

Lessons in schools and online

The Royal Parks
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The Royal Parks Learning team offers an interactive learning experience whether in person or online.

The Royal Parks: Post-16 (KS5)

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The Hyde Park Learning Centre provides the perfect base for A-level and International Baccalaureate fieldwork.

The Royal Parks: Secondary (KS3 & KS4)

The Royal Parks
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Inspire your secondary school students! The Hyde Park Learning Centre and surrounding habitats offer inspiring learning for your students.

The Royal Parks: Primary (KS1 & KS2)

The Royal Parks
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Whether you want to bring your group to the park or take part from your classroom, give your students a live experience that will inspire and engage them.

Resources for teachers

Design Museum
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Supporting the National Curriculum for Design and Technology and tailored for key stages 2 – 5, the Museum offers students and educators design education facilities and workshops.

Design Ventura

Design Museum
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DESIGN VENTURA brings the business of design to life. Created in partnership with Deutsche Bank, the programme encourages participant school groups to answer a live brief to design a new product for the museum shop.

Self-guided visits for learning groups

Design Museum
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The Design Museum welcomes schools, colleges and universities for self-guided visits of its exhibitions.

Nature Study: Ecology and the Contemporary Photobook

Until 18th May 2025
10am-6pm
V&A South Kensington
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Landscape, flora and fauna have inspired photographers since the camera’s earliest days. Contemporary artists continue to experiment with the format of the book to adapt to the pressing challenges of our environment today.

Image credit: Blooms_B6 — Criss Cross collection by Bethan Laura Wood, Italy, 2013

PLATFORM: Bethan Laura Wood

14th Feb- Jan 2026
10am-6pm
Design Museum
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Wood is a multi-disciplinary designer whose work is characterised by material investigation, artisan collaboration and a passion for colour, detail and decoration.

Image credit: Surrounded, 1996 © Tim Burton

The World of Tim Burton

25th Oct- 26th May 2025
10am - 6:00pm
Design Museum
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Extended until the 26th May! Delve into the fantastical world of Tim Burton in this major exhibition exploring his remarkable creations and key collaborations with designers.