Who? David Backhouse
What? David Backhouse has recently published the second edition of his “Galleries, Palaces & Tea” independently under Curll Press. Working as part travel guide and part encyclopedia, the illustrated guide to London is a handy but hefty book for history lovers and purveyors of obscure facts. Priced at £9.99.
When? Available now
Where? Available online and in store
How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? Danell Lynn What? People travel for many different reasons and for author Danell Lynn, it was about combining her love of travel with philanthropic projects. That’s how Philanthropic Wanderlust was born. Or rather, Philanthropic Wanderlust became a chronicle of five years worth of travel and charitable work. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? Edible Cinema and Bombay Sapphire What? This Christmas, Edible Cinema will return to London with its immersive cinema experience in special screenings of American comedy “Trading Places”. The special screenings, held in collaboration with Bombay Sapphire gin, will allow guests to enjoy various edible delights whilst watching the film, all matched with Bombay Sapphire cocktails. Tickets from £32. When? 14th, 15th, 21st and 22nd December Where? Aubin Cinema and Electric Cinema How? For more information, see www.ediblecinema.co.uk
Who? ME by Meliá What? ME by Meliá opens its first hotel in London, ME London, in the building that previously housed BBC Radio. The hotel aims to be a design-led lifestyle hotel and is Foster + Partners’ first UK hotel project for which they have designed all of the interiors and exteriors. Room rates start from £340 per night, excluding VAT. When? Open today Where? 336-337 The Strand, London WC2R 1HA How? Book online at www.MELondonUK.com Ten photos from ME London
Who? Fowey Festival What? The Fowey Festival has returned to the Fowey estuary this year, bringing with it an eclectic mix of literature, music and performance. The festivail will include a packed programme of talks, exhibitions, workshops, guided walks, river cruises and community activities. Ticket prices vary according to event. When? 8th to 18th May Where? Events are based around the town of Fowey in Cornwall How? Visit www.foweyfestival.com for more information
Who? The Racecourse, Newbury What? The prestigious Hennessy Gold Cup returns again this year as part of The Racecourse Newbury Sportingbet Winter Festival which will also include a wine cellar, ice rink and winter shopping village amongst a host of other activities. Tickets start from £20 a day. When? 29th November to1st December Where? The Racecourse, Newbury RG14 7NZ www.racecoursenewbury.co.uk How? Purchase tickets online at www.racecoursenewbury.co.uk
Who? Ruinart Champagne What? To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the first Rosé Champagne, Ruinart are launching the Ruinart Rosé Salon 1764 – a pop-up Champagne bar. Guests will be able to learn about the history and heritage of the Ruinart Rosé while sampling their Champagne. There will be vials of scents for guests to familiarise themselves with the notes in the Ruinart Rosé as well as an artist who will draw 18th Century style portraits for the guests to take away. When? From 12th June until 3rd July Where? The Goring, Beeston Place, London SW1W 0JW How? For more information, see www.thegoring.com
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