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Book of the Dead: The British Museum
Where: The British Museum, Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3DG.
When: from 4th November 2010 to 6th March 2011.
"Follow the ancient Egytians' journey from death to the afterlife in this once-in-a-lifetime exhibition focusing on the Book of the Dead. The 'Book'is not a single text but a compilation of spells designed to guide the deceased through the dangers of the underworld, ultimately ensuring eternal life..." - www.britishmuseum.org
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The Oldest Operating Theatre
Where: 9a St. Thomas's Street, London, SE1 9RY.
"The Old Operating Theatre Museum and Herb Garret is a museum of surgical history and one of the oldest surviving operating theatres. It is located in the garret of St Thomas's Church...The Museum consists of the oldest surviving theatre, the herb garret used by the hospital apothecary, a collection of artefacts, revealing the horror of early medicine, and displays on medieval monastic health care." - Source: www.thegarret.org.uk, en.wikipedia.org
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Alpha and Omega
Where: from 22nd October 2010
"Kate and Humphrey are two wolves who are trying to get home after being taken by park rangers and shipped halfway across the country. Humphrey is an Omega wolf, whose days are about quick wit, snappy one-liners and hanging with his motely crew of fun-loving wolves...Kate is an Alpha: duty, discipline and sleek Lara Croft eye-popping moves fuel her fire...The two wolves find themselves on a journey to return home and save their pack " - Source: www.pearlanddean.com, en.wikipedia.org This is a stock image |
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Where: general release
"To Grey Heffley, middle school is the dumbest idea ever invented. "Its a place rigged with hundreds of social landmines, not the least of which are morons, wedgies, swirlies, bullies, lunchtime banishment to the cafeteria floor...to survive the never-ending ordeal, and attain the recognition and status he feels he so richly deserves..." - Source: www.imdb.com This is a stock image |
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The Ultimate London Adventure
Where: London Eye Pier
"Speed through London at 35 knots as the Thames is eaten up by 400hp. Zoom under the capital's famous bridges and marvel at London's landmarks from your exclusive vantage point..." - Source: www.londonribvoyages.com |
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The Sorcerer's Apprentice
Where: general release
"The Sorcerer's Apprentice is a mind-blowing action adventure about a sorcerer and his hapless apprentice who is swept into the centre of an ancient conflict between good and evil..." - Source: www.pearlanddean.com This is a stock image |
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Marmaduke
Where: general release
"Marmaduke is a 2010 American live-action film adaptation of Brad Anderson's comic strip of the same name. The film centers on the Winslow family and their pets - a Great Dane named Marmaduke and a Balinese named Carlos - as the family move from Kansas to California..." - Source: en.wikipedia.org This is a stock image |
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The State Rooms
Where: Buckingham Palace.
When: until 1st October 2010.
"The State Rooms form the heart of the working palace and are lavishly furnished with some of the greatest treasures from the Royal Collection -paintings by Rembrandt, Rubens, Possin and Canaletto; sculpture by Canova; exquisite examples of Sevre porcelain; and some of the finest English and French furniture..." - Source: www.royalcollection.org.uk This is a stock image |
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Railway Children Tickets
Where: Waterloo Station (Victory Arch Entrance)
When: until 2nd January 2011.
"One of the country's best loved novels comes to life using this unique theatre setting that will be converted into a 1,000 seat venue with audiences sitting either side of a real railway track. Join Bobbie, Peter and Phyllis as they tell the story of how they became The Railway Children, featuring Stirling Single, a beautiful 66 tonne steam locomotive..." - Source: www.railwaychildrenwaterloo.com |
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Marvel Super Heroes 4D
Where: Madame Tussauds, Marylebone Road, London, NW1 5LR.
When: until 6th June 2011.
"You can enjoy a heroic new experience this summer as Marvel Super Heroes 4D arrives at the attraction. Some of Marvel's best loved Super Heroes will be brought to life in three floors of multisensory fun featuring a mix of interactive themed areas, startlingly realistic wax figures and an ALL NEW MarvelSuper Heroes 4D film adventure..." - Source: www.madamtussauds.com |
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South Africa Landscape - Kew at the British Museum
Where: West Lawn, Museum forecourt, British Museum, London.
When: until 10th October 2010.
"Kew and the British Museum have brought a small corner of South Africa to the heart of London. Visitors can walk through the Landscape and get a feeling of the desert and experience tumbled rocks and scree and sand, interspered with strangely shaped quiver trees, swathes of spectacular plant colour and an understorey of desert annual and perennial plants..." - Source: www.kew.org This is a stock image |
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London's only living rainforest
Where: ZSL London Zoo, Regents Park, London, NW1 4RY.
"Zookeepers hope that the newly-opened Rainforest Life,built inside a giant bio-dome, will be a giant breeding facility for free-roaming monkeys, sloths, tree anteaters and birds. The Zoo's new falgship experience for 2010 includes real rain, living trees, and tropical climates..." - Source: www.zsl.org This is a stock image |
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Butterfly Explorers
Where: Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, London, SW7 5BD.
When: until 26th September 2010.
"Journey through the magnificent butterfly house, explore habitats and continents across the world and discover the spectacular butterflies that live there...On your journey, spot different butterfly species and the stages in their life cycles. Find out why some species are under threat and what might be in your own back garden..." - Source: www.nhm.ac.uk This is a stock image |
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Little Knights and Princesses - Warwick Castle
Where: Warwick Castle, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV34 4QU.
When: until 31st October 2010.
"With a fortress-like environment set amongst the most pictureque grounds in Warwickshire, Pageant Playground is fit for any prince or princess!...Children can let off steam amongst its various: ropes,swings, nets, tubes, ramps, spiral slides, high-level walkways,and rock climbing fences..." - Source: www.warwick-castle.co.uk Image courtsey of Merlinmediabank |
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Pirates Wanted! - Legoland
Where: Legoland, Winkfield Road, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 4AY.
When: until 31st October 2010.
"Join the crew at Legoland Windsor as they set up camp in Pirates Landing...Try out your swashbuckling, seafaring skills at the Pirate Training Camp, an interactive play area... Climb aboard for a breathtaking rideon the...Jolly Rocker...Then set sail for a soaking and follow the pirates on a hunt for treasure on the exposively enhanced Pirate Falls Dynamite Drench..."- Source: www.legoland.co.uk |
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The Clink Prison - London Bridge
Where: The Clink Prison, London, SE1.
"The Clink Prison Museum is built upon the original site of the Clink Prison dating back to 1144 making it one of England's oldest if not the oldest prison. Visitors will experience a hands on educational exhibition allowing visitors to handle original artefacts including torture devices and along with the opportunity to view and hear the amazing stories of the inmates and the nortorious Southbank..." - Source: www.clink.co.uk
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Cosmos & Culture: how astronomy has shaped our world
Where: Science Museum, Exhibition Road, South Kensington, London, SW7 2DD.
When: until 30th December 2010.
"Cosmos & Culture uses a new multimedia display environment that allows you to explore objects in depth and find out about the key scientific concepts. See how different instruments work , discover the stories of the people who made and used them, and enjoy beautiful models, illustrations and photographs..." - www.sciencemuseum.org.uk
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Wellington Arch & Apsley House
Where: Wellington Arch, Hyde Park, London, W1J 7JZ.
"Set in the heart of Royal London...Wellington Arch is a landmark for Londoners... take the lift to the balconies just below the spectacular sculpture - depciting the angel of peace decending on the chariot of war. The balconies also offer unique views of the Household Cavalry...Inside the Arch, three floors of exhibits tell its fascinaiting history...Opposite Wellington Arch is Apsley House - the home of the Duke of Wellington..." - Source:www.english-heritage.org.uk This is a stock image |
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City Cruises - London Sightseeing on the river Thames
Where: Westminster Pier, Westminster Abbey, London.
"See and experience the splendour of this great city from the relaxed comfort of a modern, purpose-built, all-weather, wheelchair friendly, City Cruises sightseeing boat..." - Source: www.citycruises.com
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The Household Cavalry Museum
Where: The Household Cavalry Museum, Horse Guards, Whitehall, London,SW1A 2AX.
"The Household Cavalry Museum is a living museum about real people doing a real job in a real place. You can see troopers working with horses in the original 18th century stables and hear first hand accounts of their rigorous and demanding training..." - Source: www.householdcavalrymuseum.co.uk This is a stock image |
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Madame Tussauds
Where: Madame Tussauds, Marylebone Road, London, NW1 5LR.
"Madame Tussauds London's visitors are sent on a unique, emotionally-charged journey through the realms of the powerful and famous.The museum-style ropes and poles have gone, allowing guests to truly get up, close and personal with A-list celebrities, sporting legends, political heavyweights and historical icons..." - www.madametussauds.com
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V&A Medieval and Rennaissance
Where: V&A South Kensington, Cromwell Road, London, SW7 2RL.
"...the V&A's new Medieval & Renaissance Galleries are hoem to one of thw world's most remarkable collections of treasuress from the period. These range from delicately carved ivories and inytricate metalwork to Leonardo da Vinci's notebooks and powerful sculptures by leading masters of the Italian Renaissance..." - Source: www.vam.ac.uk
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Night Flight - The London Eye
Where: The London Eye, County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7PB.
"At night the Londo Eye offers an uplifting experience. Visit the London Eye after dark and enjoy the panoramic views of the capital with its stunning landmarks all lit up..." - Source: www.londoneye.com
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Buckinghamshire Railway Centre
Where: Quainton Road Station, Station Road, Aylesbury, HP22
"Buckinghamshire Railway Centre is a working steam museum where you can step back in time as you stroll amongst the giants of the steam age displayed in 25 acres..." - Source: www.bucksrailcentre.org
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Bekonscot Model Village & Railway
Where: 2 Warwick Road, Beaconsfield, HP9 2PL.
"Bekonscot is famed for its little model houses, moving models and incredible outdoor Guage 1 garden model railway. Bekonscot was opened in 1929, and its a great to bring the family and stomp around like giants! There are six towns, a huge Guage 1 model graden railway, ride-on railway, remote-controlled boats, castles, lakes and industries in 1.5 acres of award-winning gardens..." - Source: www.bekonscot.co.uk
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The Royal Artillery Museum
Where: Royal Arsenal,
Woolwich "Firepower, The Royal Artillery Museum tells the story of the men and women - more than 2 million of them - who have served as Gunners in the Royal Regiment of Artillery since it was founded in 1716. With its uniquely historic setting, Firepower is a world-class heritage attraction, a mjor educational resource... Temporary exhibitions and an exciting programme of special events ensure there is always something new to see or do..." - Source: www.firepower.org.uk This is a stock image |
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Force Field - The Science Museum
Where: Science Museum, Exhibition Road, South Kensington, London, SW7 2DD. "Experience man's greatest adventure with the Legend of Apollo film and discover what it felt like to be lunar astronaut in motion effects simulation theatre, Force Field...Whether it's feeling the impact of a Saturn V rocket launch, taking a trip on a lunar rover or discovering the smell of space, all ages will love this unique 3D simulation experience..." - Source: www.sciencemuseum.org.uk Read more about: Legend of Apollo film This is a stock image |
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Churchill Museum and Cabinet War Rooms
Where: Clive Steps, King Charles Street, London, SW1A 2AQ. "The Cabinet War Rooms operated around the clock from the start of the war in 1939 to its end in 1945. This is where the Prime Minister, his War Cabinet and members of his inner circle sheltered from the bombs...the restored Cabinet War Rooms include: Churchill's Bedroom and Study, the Cabinet War Room, the Map Room...The Churchill Museum explores the man behind the legend...it includes original artefacts..." - Source: cwr.iwm.org.uk |
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Namco Arcade
Where: County Hall, London "...With Namco one of the leading designers of computer games you can expect the highest qulaity and most varied selection of cutting edge arcade entertainment..." - Source: www.namcoexperience.com
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Sea Life - London
Where: County Hall, London "...The Sea Life London Aquarium will bring you closer than ever before to magical sea ceatures from graceful Green sea turtles to awe-inspiring tropical sharks...Be wowed by our all new underwater tunnel for a truly up close and personal experience..." - Source: www.sealife.co.uk
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Climbing Wall - Westway Sports Centre
Where: Westway Sports Centre, 1 Crowthorne Road, London, W10 6RP.
"For youngsters who have not tried climbing yet, and want to have a go in a smaller group..." - Source: www.westwaysportscentre.org.uk
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Bank of England Museum
Where: Bank of England Museum, Threadneedle Street, London, EC2R 8AH.
"Learn about the Bank from its earliest days to its current role - issuing banknotes... examine the intricacies of banknote design and discover how banknotes are made...See Sir John Soane's 1793 Bank Stock Office...Lift a gold bar..." - Source: www.bankofengland.co.uk
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Medieval Gallery - The British Museum
Where: British Museum, Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3DG.
"The newly refurbished Medieval Europe gallery showcases many of the world's medieval treasures. British, European and Byzamtine objects tell the story of a period of great change when territorial wars and political turmoil shaped the continent we know today..." - Source: www.britishmuseum.org
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The Raceway (8 years +)
Where: 3 Herringham Road, Charlton, London, SE7 8NJ. "Junior Arrive and Drive sessions are available to book for drivers 8 to 16 years. Sessions are scheduled to run every Sunday morning. Please call for availability." - Source: www.theraceway.com This is a stock image |
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New Egyptian Gallery - The British Museum
Where: Great Russell Street, London, WC1 3DG. "A new Ancient Egytian gallery centred round the spectacular painted tomb-chapel of Nebamun. The paintings are some of the most famous images of Egyptian art, and come from the now lost tomb-chapel of Nebamun, an accountant in the Temple of Amun at Karnak who died c. 1350 BC, a generation or so before Tutankhamun.... " - Source: www.britishmuseum.org |
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LFB London Fire Brigade Museum
Where: Winchester House, 94a Southwark Bridge Road, London, SE1 0EG. "Children will be shown the fire engines, and shown how they are used and how they work....Children will be able to try on firefighter uniforms, and take part in drawing and colouring. The tour lasts about 1 hour. Visits are by appointment only..." - Source: www.london-fire.gov.uk This is a stock image |
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Globe Theatre: Exhibitions & Tours
Where: Shakespeare's Globe, 21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, London, SE1 9DT. "Based under the Globe, the engaging and informative Exhibition explores the life of Shakespeare, the London where he lived, and the theatre for which he wrote. A fascinating guided tour inside the theatre reveals the story of its reconstruction and gives an exciting insight into the working life of the Globe..." - Source: www.shakespeares-globe.org |
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The London Bridge Experience & London Tombs
Where: 2-4 Tooley Street, London Bridge, London, SE1 2PF. "See, hear, feel, taste even smell what London Bridge was like over the ages. It's a fun adventure through time. Experience London of old with Romans, Vikings, and the odd pick-pocket or Two!...Directly beneath the London Bridge Experience, The Tombs are not for the faint hearted! Its an adrenalin pumping experience that you will remember for a long time..." - Source: www.londonbridgeexperience.com |
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Ripley's Believe It or Not!
Where: The London Pavillon, 1 Piccadilly Circus, London, W1J 0DA. "Ripley's Believe or Not! Museum offers visitors the ultimate insight into the world of the odd and bizarre. Marvel at over 500 weird and unusual artifacts in over twenty themed galleries spanning four floors... " - Source: www.ripleyslondon.com |
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Imperial War Museum London
Where: Lambeth Road, London, SE1 6HZ "Discover how war shapes lives at Imperial War Museum London... Explore six floors of galleries and displays, including a permanent exhibition dedicated to the Holocaust and a changing programme of special temporary exhibitions... " - Source: www.london.iwm.org.uk
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National Army Museum
Where: Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, London, SW3 4HT. "Visit the National Army Museum and find out how Britain's past has helped to shape our present and our future. Discover the impact our Army has had on the story of Britain, Europe and the world and see how the actions of a few can affect the futures of many ..." - Source: www.national-army-museum.ac.uk |
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Royal Air Force Museum London
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"This small group of pioneers were the first to conquer oceans and seas or just the physical and mental demands of long distance flying, without the comfort of the modern technologies that we take for granted today, making their achievements, for many, even more wondrous." - Source[1]
"In this the Centenary Year of British Powered Flight, the Royal Air Force Museum has decided to honour this band of intrepid aviators with a free six month exhibition. ‘Trailblazers’ focuses on four individuals whose courage, grit and determination captured the world’s imagination during the 1920s and 30s." - Source[1]
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The Movieum of London
Where: County Hall, Riverside Building, London, SE1 7PB. "The Movieum is a museum that celebrates the UK film industry. The Movieum is a movie museum that goes behind-the-scenes of the British film industry, showcasing the great UK talent that has produced some of the world's most famous movies, whilst at the same time displaying the wonderful creative process that they are part of." - Source [1] |
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"You will be able to see the individual departments that come together to create a film, including special effects, animatronics, make up, wardrobe, and much more." - Source [1]
"Featuring real sets, props and movie equipment, unseen behind the-scenes footage, and walk through the film making process." - Source [1]
Source:[1] www.themovieum.com
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Kew Gardens Treetop Walkway
"Kew's Rhizotron and Xstrata Treetop walkway takes you under the ground and then 18 metres up in the air, bringing you close to trees in a way taht will take your breath away." - Source:[1] "Kew's Rhizotron will give visitors a unique opportunity to delve into the underground world of trees. The Rhizotron, entered through an apparent crack in the ground, will show visitors the lively natural world beneath the trees, explaining the vital relationships between the trees roots and the micro-organisms in the soil. Then, rising 18 metres into the air, the Xstrata Treetop Walkway will allow visitors to wander through the canopy of sweet chestnuts, limes, and deciduous oaks to discover birds, insects, lichens and fungi..." Source:[2] |
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Science Museum - Exploring Space
Where: Exhibition Road, South Kensington, London, SW7 2DD.
“The Exploring Space Gallery contains a host of rockets, satellites, space probes and landers. You’ll be able to find out how the space age started in 1957 with the launch of Sputnik 1 and how we’ve gone on to launch thousands of satellites around Earth, send spacecraft to other planets, walk on the Moon, and peer into the heart of our galaxy and beyond.” – Source: www.sciencemuseum.org.uk
IMAX 3D CINEMA – SPACE STATION 3D
“Prepare for lift-off in Space Station 3D…the film tells the amazing story of the greatest engineering feat since a man landed on the Moon; the on-orbit assembly of the International Space Station as it travels 220 miles above Earth at 17,500 mph.” – Source: www.sciencemuseum.org.uk
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