Tessa Hadley: The Party
Join author Tessa Hadley for an insightful talk about her novel The Party at the North London Book Festival, hosted in the iconic Alexandra Palace. Expect a thoughtful discussion of contemporary fiction, character, and craft in a welcoming literary setting.
Free Verse Poetry Book and Magazine Fair 2026
A free poetry book and magazine fair at The Poetry Society in London. Browse poetry books, discover new journals, and meet poets and publishers, with readings and stalls offering fresh verse and literary conversations.
The whispers of rock: Stories from the Earth
An engaging evening at the Royal Institution where scientists tell the stories of Earth's rocks, minerals and fossils through narrative demonstrations. A lively, accessible science lecture that makes geology come alive for curious adults and students.
John Etheridge and Blue Spirits
John Etheridge (Blue Spirits) headlines London's Vortex Jazz Club for a virtuosic fusion guitar night. Expect intricate improvisation, soaring solos, and a vibrant, intimate club atmosphere from one of modern jazz's defining players.
Rachel Parris: Introducing Mrs Collins
Author talk at the North London Book Festival as Rachel Parris presents Introducing Mrs Collins at Alexandra Palace. A lively, insightful discussion featuring excerpts and background on the novel, with Parris sharing storytelling insights in a warm festival setting.
Nell Frizzell: Brave and Bold (in All Weathers)
Attend Nell Frizzell's author talk Brave and Bold (in All Weathers) at the North London Book Festival in Alexandra Palace. An engaging exploration of her new work and writing process, with insights into contemporary storytelling. A literary highlight set in a grand North London venue.
Randall Goosby and Zhu Wang: Violin & Piano Recital
A distinguished violin-piano recital featuring Randall Goosby and Zhu Wang at Wigmore Hall in London. Expect a refined program pairing Romantic era masterworks with contemporary pieces, delivered in the hall’s renowned intimate acoustics.
Sir Antony Gormley in conversation
Sir Antony Gormley sparks a revealing conversation at MATERIAL Gallery, where sculpture, space, and public art collide in a thoughtful, witty exchange inviting every listener to reimagine how we inhabit the world.
Echoes 11: Colours of Sound
A spectacular school concert at the Royal Albert Hall, bringing together artists, composers and hundreds of young singers for a dramatic sound-and-light show. The evening blends choral talent with a high-end production in a grand, family-friendly setting.
Consone Quartet
London's Wigmore Hall hosts a recital by the Consone Quartet, delivering intimate chamber music in a venue renowned for its crystalline acoustics. Expect refined strings, nuanced ensemble playing, and a polished program that showcases the quartet's deft balance and expressive range.
Lunchtime Recital: Sara Trickey & Daniel Tong
A refined lunchtime concert at Blackheath Halls Greenwich featuring violinist Sara Trickey and pianist Daniel Tong in an intimate afternoon recital, delivering deft programming in a welcoming, acoustically resonant space.
Well-being in heritage language education
An academic lecture exploring how transformative positive psychology informs well-being in heritage language education, with practical teaching insights. Hosted at UCL, the talk links research in psychology and language education to classroom strategies and policy considerations.
Mick Herron in conversation with Brett Wolstencroft
Author Mick Herron is in conversation with Brett Wolstencroft at Daunt Books Marylebone, discussing Herron's latest works and his writing process. A focused literary talk in a historic London bookshop, perfect for fans of spy thrillers and contemporary fiction.
Law Stories: Literature and Global Justice
This lecture surveys how literary storytelling informs concepts of global justice, tracing ideas from East West Street to modern legal narratives. Hosted by UCL Laws, it examines how literature shapes accountability, rights, and border-crossing justice.
IAS Reflections Symposium: Celebrating the UCL Institute of Advanced Studies
Join the IAS Reflections Symposium at UCL to celebrate the Institute of Advanced Studies with talks from leading scholars. This formal, interdisciplinary gathering showcases reflections on research across disciplines, featuring keynote talks, panel discussions, and networking in a scholarly London setting.
IDE Seminar Series: Prof Cristina Banks Leite
Join Prof Cristina Banks Leite for the next IDE Seminar Series talk at Imperial College's White City Campus. This scholarly session showcases current research and invites discussion, followed by Q&A. An excellent pick for students and professionals in science and engineering.
The electoral consequences of climate adaptation policies
An academic lecture at UCL IOE exploring how climate adaptation policies influence electoral outcomes and voter behavior. Researchers present evidence on policy design, risk perception, and political dynamics in climate governance, followed by discussion.
Moving Markets: Mobility, Memory, and Urban Transformation
An academic lecture at UCL examining how mobility and memory shape urban transformation in London and Hong Kong. Through comparative case studies, the talk traces how markets, infrastructure, and policy reshape cities over time, offering insights for planners and researchers.
Speaker Series (TBC)
An afternoon lecture at Imperial College London's South Kensington Campus. A guest speaker (topic to be confirmed) will share insights on a forward-looking subject, in a renowned university setting, with a Q&A session to follow. Open to students, professionals, and the public.
University of Cambridge Showcase
A Cambridge University showcase of classical music at Wigmore Hall, featuring student and early-career artists in a refined program. The intimate London venue promises polished chamber pieces and engaging collaborations in an elegant, concert-hall atmosphere.
London Heilbronn Colloquium Zeev Rudnick
London Heilbronn Colloquium at Imperial College London features Zeev Rudnick delivering a mathematics lecture in the Huxley Building. The talk spotlights advanced topics in number theory, offering a sharp, academic presentation for students and professionals in London.
Fatness, Thinness & Embodiment: Interdisciplinary Perspectives
An interdisciplinary lecture exploring how fatness and thinness shape social identities, health, and power, drawing on sociology, history, and philosophy. UCL hosts researchers presenting new perspectives on embodiment and body politics.
Stories, silences, and secrets: donor conception and belonging
This academic talk at UCL IOE examines how donor conception shapes identity and belonging in modern families. It explores silences and secrets around donor conception, drawing on research and case studies to discuss ethics, disclosure, and social impact.
Engineering net-zero materials through X-ray diagnostics
Explore how X-ray diagnostics are used to design and evaluate net-zero materials in engineering. Prof. Feng and Wang discuss imaging techniques, material performance, and the implications for sustainable manufacturing at UCL. A technical, forward-looking talk for researchers and engineers.
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