Our top activities to do in London this Summer
22 June 2022
We (hopefully) have a long, hot summer ahead of us in the UK. So, what better way to spend a few days than discovering some of the most exciting events taking place in London?
Keep reading to discover the very best summertime activities – a couple of them are just a stone’s throw away from some of our modern London developments too!
Underbelly, 6th May – 31st July
Dubbed London’s original cultural pop-up festival, don’t miss this opportunity to see some top tier performances.
As one of London’s more affordable live entertainment festivals, it caters to all ages and theatre tastes. You can also enjoy their exciting outdoor area, which includes a host of award-winning food and drink pop-ups.
Shakespeare in the Squares, 15th June – 8th July
From the end of June, make sure to catch this touring theatre company across various squares in the Capital. Celebrating their fifth anniversary, Shakespeare in the Squares will be putting on an exciting production of The Tempest.
Did you know their patron is Dame Judi Dench? This isn’t one to miss…
Kew the Music, 5th – 10th July
Not only can you spend a day wandering around Kew’s fabulous gardens, you’re also able to delve into one of their evening concerts. Bring a picnic blanket and sit back to enjoy huge names in music. This year, you can see James Blunt, Van Morrison and even Gipsy Kings. Count us in.
And did you know The Moorings, our luxury development of 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments, is situated in a prime location in Brentford Lock and just one stop away from Kew Bridge?!
Every home comes fully equipped before you move in – think modern integrated appliances such as a Bosch oven, fridge-freezer, dishwasher and a NHBC 12 Year Building Warranty to help you sleep peacefully in your new pad.
With a stunning communal rooftop where we just hosted “Yoga on the Roof” for our residents, modern interiors and larger than life private balconies for every home.. what are you waiting for?
Discover Yayoi Kusama across London
It’s a predicament that most families find themselves in – as the school summer holidays near the end, you run out of activities for the children. This year, you can rely on Yayoi Kusama’s joyful, interactive installations which are set to exhilarate all ages.
Obliteration Room can be found at the Tate Modern, an exhibition envisaged as a project for children to become interested in art and transformation. Paintbrushes at the ready!
Kensington and Chelsea Art Festival, 1st July – 31st August
One of the most hotly anticipated festivals of the summer, the Kensington and Chelsea Art Festival will kick off at the beginning of July. Showcasing a range of arts; dance, circus, spoken word, theatre and opera – there is truly something for everyone.
Keep an eye out, here, for the 2022 programme.
London Craft Beer Festival, 12th – 13th August
Taking place in late August, this year’s London Craft Beer Festival is set to go all out. Celebrating their 10th birthday, the festival will welcome some of London’s best breweries – from the decade’s favourites, to some of the rising stars on the scene. They’re even featuring an array of trending DJs to headline the event. In previous years, we’ve seen Craig Charles and Hot Chip.
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