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Sidcup Partners
8th October 2025
Sidcup Partners is the Business Improvement District (BID) for Sidcup, created to make the town a better place for businesses, employees, residents, and visitors. They deliver projects, services, and events designed to promote Sidcup, improve the visitor experience, encourage business collaboration,...
Repair Pop Up Events Networking Meeting - Wednesday 15th October 2025
5th October 2025
Bexley Council, Peabody and Cory are hosting an event on Wednesday 15th October 2025 from 10am to 1pm to discuss the potential of having a Repair Café in Bexley. They are bringing together people who are interested in helping to reduce their impact on the environment either as volunteers, or interested...
Jamies Gymnastics Academy
5th October 2025
In September last year, they opened their 10th academy location with a full-time purpose-built facility in Park Langley, Beckenham which has quickly become their flagship site. Since then, they have opened additional locations in Eltham and Chislehurst. Other locations include Bromley, Orpington,...
Spooky films inspire fantastic creative courses at the Conservatoire!
5th October 2025
October half term’s holiday programme at the Conservatoire takes inspiration from films (both spooky and not) and Halloween. Shorter courses (for younger artists) introduce a multitude of skills in a fun, imaginative and accessible way. Children can craft mummies from Night At The Museum, black...
Inspire Community Trust - Empowering Local Libraries
5th October 2025
Library fun for little ones at Bexley Village, Upper Belvedere and North Heath Community libraries! More than just places to borrow books - they're vibrant community hubs for all ages! They offer a fantastic collection of children's books, picture books, and titles for young teens. Whether you're...
Festive workshops at Gerald Moore Gallery
5th October 2025
This October, November, and December, the Gerald Moore Gallery (SE9 4RW) hosts a series of festive workshops for children and adults. During October half term, children aged 7–13 can enjoy creative, spooky-themed activities including pumpkin carving, costume making, and monster plushie crafting,...
Set sail for half term adventures on Cutty Sark
5th October 2025
Take the family crew along for an action-packed adventure on this world-famous historic ship, where myths, legends and ghostly tales come to life this half term. Meet a cast of colourful characters from the ship’s past, including Nannie the Witch, Cutty Sark’s legendary figurehead. Join...
Spooky Fun and Family Magic: Half Term Hijinks at Woolwich Works
5th October 2025
Woolwich Works presents a thrilling half term and Halloween programme packed with creativity, cinema, craft and live performance. Favourite duo Wallace and Gromit are the stars in a double-bill of two beloved classics – The Wrong Trousers and A Grand Day Out – on Sunday 2nd November. Brass...
Family Events at Blackheath Halls This November and December
5th October 2025
Blackheath Halls presents a strong line-up of family events leading up to Christmas, with shows suitable for all ages. November begins with The Smeds and The Smoos on 8th and 9th November, based on Julia Donaldson's popular picture book. The production features puppetry, songs, and storytelling...
Hitting the right note: finding a music teacher your child loves
2nd October 2025
Parents across the country are looking for a musical instrument teacher at this time of year – using Google or asking for recommendations, looking through directories or checking reviews. Different music teachers have a variety of backgrounds, experience and skills, but with no official teaching...
THE LAST DAYS OF POMPEII: THE IMMERSIVE EXHIBITION
30th September 2025
Following huge success globally, the award-winning exhibition will make its UK debut and take visitors on an unprecedented journey through ancient Pompeii, using a striking combination of cutting-edge technology and rich, historical narratives. Spanning 3,000 square metres and over 10 different...
Peter Pan at Greenwich Theatre
28th August 2025
In south London each year, Greenwich Theatre plays host to some of the country’s finest pantomimes. Last year Greenwich Theatre’s all-singing, all-dancing, time-travelling take on Dick Whittington fought off strong competition to win both Best Panto (Under 500 Seats) and Best Script (for...
Step into Santa’s Grotto - in the heart of Greenwich this December!
28th August 2025
Experience the festive magic as the Community Hospice transform the JLL’s Greenwich office into a sparkling grotto. Children will meet Santa, share their Christmas wishes and receive a special gift. They’re open on December 13th-14th, 20th-21st, and 22nd-24th. Tickets are £10 per child...