The ianVisits guide to cheap and free things to do in London on Saturday 27th January.
Top events in London on Sat 27th Jan 2024
Free
An animatronic elephant will be parading around Bankside this weekend as part of the Bankside Frost Fair
12pm to 4:30pm
Southwark
Ten Exhibitions That Are Closing Soon
Exhibition of icons at Southwark Cathedral. Works by Finnish Traditional Byzantine Iconographer Hanna-Leena Ward.
11am to 5pm
Southwark
Closing soon Tue, 30th January
For their eighth edition, the illuminated trail will take you on a journey through 12 spectacular installations, as well as their ever-popular permanent light artworks.
5pm to 10pm
Poplar
Closing soon Sat, 27th January
This exhibition explores the dynamic relationship between contemporary painting and photography.
10am to 6pm
Southwark
Closing soon Sun, 28th January
Revel in the beauty of nature at this display of works by Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues – one of the most gifted botanical artists of his age.
10am to 5pm
Russell Square
Closing soon Sun, 28th January
This display of prints by American artist Ed Ruscha focuses on his prevailing interest in the physical world around him.
10am to 5pm
Russell Square
Closing soon Sun, 28th January
A comprehensive show of over one hundred new works all made in public by sketching on the Metropolitan Line tube trains.
9:30am to 4pm
Barbican
Closing soon Mon, 29th January
£15
Coalescence
The six-metre diameter artwork is made from over 2,500 pieces of coal with a combined weight of over half a tonne – the amount of coal consumed by a single 200W light bulb in a year.
Starts at 12pm
Greenwich
Closing soon Sun, 4th February
Experience the exceptional craftmanship and creativity behind The Crown with a special exhibition of the sets, costumes and props.
10am to 4pm
Hanover Square
Closing soon Mon, 5th February
This display presents an outstanding group of around twenty Venetian drawings from The Courtauld’s collection.
10am to 6pm
Strand
Closing soon Sun, 11th February
Free
Genetic Automata
This is an ongoing body of video works by artists Larry Achiampong and David Blandy, exploring race and identity in an age of avatars, videogames and DNA ancestry.
10am to 6pm
Camden
Closing soon Sun, 11th February
Regular Events - Saturday 27th January 2024
Tours last about an hour and fifteen minutes and includes a short walk to set our local context. Tickets cost £12, with discounts for Friends and students.
10am to 11:30am
Stockwell
Have you ever wondered what Somerset House was built for and what has taken place within this Grade 1 listed building over the years?
12pm to 1pm Strand
What's on in London
Walking tours of London on Saturday 27th January 2024
Visit the Ministry of Magic, The Leaky Cauldron, Diagon Alley and Platform 9¾, all on this half-day guided tour of the wizarding world.
9am to 12pm WhitehallA walk exploring freedom and chaos, architecture and reform, through one of London’s most eclectic and intense urban districts.
10:30am to 12:30pm SouthwarkJoin a group of fellow muggles for a walking tour and see the real-life locations that inspired sets such as Diagon Alley, the Leaky Cauldron, and the Ministry of Magic.
Starts at 11am City of London£20.00
Southwark Walk
Southwark, steeped in a history dating back to the Romans, stands as one of London's most historic areas. Today, it thrives as a hub for artists, musicians, and small businesses, fostering a vibrant community. Though perhaps not as widely recognized as other London neighborhoods, Southwark has much to offer visitors. Opting for a walking tour is an excellent way to delve into its rich history and culture. From the renowned Borough Market to the iconic Shard, Southwark presents a diverse array of attractions for every visitor.
11am to 12:30pm Southwark 5pm to 7pm BarbicanDare to discover the legend of London’s notorious Jack the Ripper on a tour like no other.
7:30pm to 9:15pm Whitechapel
