Coronavirus is certainly putting a damper on things right now, however, there are still plenty of things to do in London this weekend, and we have you covered! From art fairs, yoga sessions, new restaurant openings to St Patricks Day fun…

Here are some of our favourite things you can get up to in London this weekend! 

For the arty ones…

The Affordable Art Fair

When?

12th March- 15th March

 Price?

£9-27

#FLODown: The spring edition of the Affordable Art Fair lands in Battersea Park this weekend. The fair will feature contemporary artworks priced between £50-£6000 from 100s of galleries from all over the globe. Expect to find a plethora of workshops, talks and tours, plus this will be a fantastic opportunity to get your hands on some great art pieces at affordable prices.

Whether you’re an avid art collector, just want to indulge in art and some drinks with your friends or are taking the kids out for a day of art appreciation, there will be something for you all.  

 For more of workshops and talks occurring this weekend visit the Affordable Art Fair Website.

Location:

Battersea Park, Battersea SW11 4NJ

Nearest Station:

Battersea Park Overground Station

Opening Hours:

Thursday 11.00am - 5.30pm, Late View: 5.30pm - 9.00 pm,

Friday 11.00am - 7.00pm, Saturday 11.00am - 6.00pm

Sunday 11.00am - 6.00pm

Cecil Beaton: Bright Young Things

 When?

12th March – 7th June 2020

 Price?

£18-£20

#FLODown: Celebrating the eccentric style of “British Young Things’ of the 20s and 30s the National Portrait Gallery presents an exhibition by famous British photographer, Cecil Beaton. The exhibition will explore the era and the lives of glamorous members of high society, socialites, artists and writers. Expect to see chic outfits, cool people and depictions of the ‘lassiez faire’ attitude we all love to hate from the 1920s. The exhibition will feature some of Beaton’s own portraits as well as those from artists including Henry Lamb and Rex Whistler. 

This marks one of the last exhibitions before the National Portrait Gallery is due to undergo a three-year refurbishment. Don’t miss out!

 Visit the National Portrait Gallery Website to book now.

Location:

National Portrait Gallery, St Martin’s Place, London, WC2H 0HE

 Nearest station:

Charing Cross Station

 

Last chance to see…

Dora Maar Exhibition

When?

20th November 2019 - 15th March 2020

 Price?

 £13

 #FLODown: Known as the lady in Pablo Picasso’s 1937 ‘Weeping Women’ painting; Door Maar was a talented French Photographer and painter. With a collection of works that was seen to be radical, political and innovative she was an inspiration to many – which, of course includes Picasso.

 The Tate modern exhibition presents her early photographs, paintings and advertisements. This weekend is one of your last chances to see with the exhibition as it is ending on 15th March.

 Visit the Tate Modern website to book.

Location:

Tate Modern, Bankside, London SE1 9TG

Nearest Station:

Southwark Station

  

For St Patricks Day partygoers…

(which actually falls on Tuesday 17th March)

London’s St Patrick’s Day Festival

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS

When?

Sunday 15th March 2020

 Price?

Free 

#FLODown: Once again St Patrick’s joy descends on London. From Guinness overflowing out of every pub to the Leprechaun outfits we all love to have a good time on St. Patrick’s Day.The St Patrick’s Day parade will occur in London on Sunday 15th March. It is a 1.5 mile procession starting at Hyde Park Corner the whole way through to Trafalgar Square. Expect floats, Irish Dancing, food, lots of green and shamrocks, oh and of course Guinness.

Location:

Trafalgar Square, Trafalgar Square, London, WC2N 5DN, United Kingdom

Opening Hours:

Noon to 6:00pm

 

For the yoga lovers…

Gallery Yoga @ Dulwich Picture Gallery

 When?

15th march 2020

Price?

£25

#FLODown: Dulwich Picture Gallery presents a yoga session right in and amongst their collection of fantastic artworks. Classes are perfect for beginners and each session lasts approximately 1 hour 15 mins and also provides access to the current exhibition British Surrealism. Sessions are happening the whole way up until 10th May so you have plenty of time to check it out.

  Visit the Dulwich Picture Gallery Website for session dates.

Location: 

Gallery Rd, Dulwich, London SE21 7AD

Nearest Station: 

West Dulwich/North Dulwich Station

 

For the foodies…

Vegan Life Live London 2020

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS

When?

14th -15th March

Price?

£15

#FLODown: Vegan Life Live is a live event showcasing just how much amazing vegan foods are now on offer. Expect live cooking demos, and lots of amazing food for you to try, from pizza, kebabs, and pasta to ice cream. Weather your vegan, vegan-curious or just a big foodie you will have a blast at this vegan event.

 Visit the Vegan Life Live Website to book tickets. 

Location:

Alexandra Place, Alexandra Palace Way, London, N22 7AY

Nearest Station:

Wood Green Station/ Alexandra Palace Rail

New Opening: Fallow at 10 Heddon Street

When?

10th March 2020

#FLODown: Fallow is landing at 10 Heddon Street for an exciting four-month restaurant residency. Founding chefs, Jack Croft and Will Murray are keen on promoting sustainability and will do so with their weekly changing menu which will feature at least 50% plant-based dishes. Fallow are all about ‘elevating humble produce to thrilling heights’, so basically delicious food made consciously, and what is better than that?

 

Location:

10 Heddon Street, Mayfair, W1B 4BX

Nearest Station:

Oxford Circus. Tube Station

Opening Hours: Tuesday – Saturday Midday – 11pm, Sunday 11am – 6pm

Thought of The Week | International Women's (Day) Month

International Women’s Day 2020 took place on Sunday 8th March and there was a lot happening online and in real life to celebrate the day. The theme this year is ‘I am Generation Equality: Realising Women’s Rights’ and is aligned with UN Women’s new multigenerational campaign, Generation Equality.  

The glorious day in question was founded when the Socialist Party of America organised a Women’s Day in NYC back in 1909. Following this, a proposal was made at the 1910 International Socialist Woman’s Conference that a special ‘women’s day’ should be organised every single year… and so International Women’s Day was born.