London is amongst the most happening cities in the world. It stages a wide range of vivacious events throughout the year. The best way to explore the magnificence of this city is by attending these special events. It celebrates the rich and glorious culture of England. From sports to art and theatre to music concerts, the city offers a large number of events for your entertainment. London has always catered for everyone’s interest and taste. Whether its art or entertainment; the city has hosted several events throughout 2009. Here are a few which left their mark :
Serpentine Gallery Pavilion
Date: 12 July – 18 October 2009
Venue: Serpentine Gallery
You could discover enlivening pavilions built by the topmost architects at the Hyde Park. It was one of the most prestigious pop ups in the world. 2009 pavilion was designed by the renowned architects from Japan – Ryue Nishizawa and Kazuyo Sejima.
Queen & Commonwealth - The Royal Tour
Date: 26 July – 30 September 2009
Venue: Buckingham Palace
A spectacular exhibition hosted at the official residence of the Her Majesty. A wide variety of dresses, jewellery and gifts of the Queen were displayed in the exhibition. 2009 was the 60th anniversary of the Commonwealth tour by the queen and thus the exhibition was also special..
Pestival London
Date: 4th September – 6th September 2009
Venue: South Bank Centre
One of the most unique insect related festivities in the city. It is the best place to be if you are fanatic about insects and their art.
The Big Dig
Date: 11th July 2009
Venue: Museum of London Docklands
A spectacular experience along with your family at this event. Several archaeological adventures were held at this special event.
Real Food Market
Date: 16th April – 24 September 2009
Venue: Covent Garden
It catered the mouth-watering gourmet food at the Real Food Market in Covent Garden along with an extensive choice of free entertainment. It turned out to be a heaven for foodies and you could also shop the best of stuff to take back with you.
In Memoriam
Date: 30 September 2008 – 6th September 2009
Venue: Imperial War Museum in London
Celebrated the 90th anniversary of Armistice at the “In Memoriam” at the Imperial War Museum in London. The entry to the exhibition was absolutely free of charge.
Tower Festival
Date: 9th September – 20th September 2009
Venue: Tower of London
People interested in exploring the art and culture of the city could attend the Tower Festival and enjoy several performances and exhibitions. It was hosted by the Continental Airlines and various art forms such as opera, dance, classical music and much more that was organized.
Mayor’s Thames Festival
Date: 12th September – 13 September 2009
Venue: Various Venues
A weekend full of dancing, drinking and dining near the River Thames. 2009 was the greatest Mayor’s Thames Festival which was not worth missing!
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Tuesday, December 29, 2009
London Christmas Events - Jingle Bell Ball in London
Jingle Bell Ball from the popular music station – 95.8 Capital FM is again back on public demand. O2 Arena has once more hosted one of the biggest and the most happening party of the year – Jingle Bell Ball. This excellent entertainment venue ensured to make this event a stylish start to the Christmas festivities. Some of the most famous personalities of the music world took part in this event. This promising party has offered an ultimate start to the festive season of Christmas in London. A vivacious night completely studded with renowned personalities and with several of fun events – this was what Jingle Bell Ball was all about. The charm of this party increased the party will be held at one of the world’s best entertainment venues. This years Jingle Bell Ball with association of Windows 7 has been London’s largest indoor music event of the entire year. Lisa Snowdon, Johnny Vaughan and the Big Top 40’s Rich and Kat played hosts to this stunning event.
This year’s party also included some of the biggest names in the field of entertainment industry. The spectacular Capital FM Jingle Bell Ball program also featured some of the most excellent musical acts from across the world. This huge party also attributed performance by Lily Allen, Lady Gaga, Pixie Lott, Tinchy Stryder, JLS and Taio Cruz. Tickets were on sale since a longtime to grab the best clobber for you and savor a happening start to your Christmas season. The Global Founder and CEO of the Capital FM group had said “Every year, Capital is building on the last, giving the listeners exactly what they want and bringing some of the biggest names in hit music to London for this year's Jingle Bell Ball with Windows 7. The event sold out in under 10 minutes, which is a massive endorsement from our listeners. Last year's concert at The O2 was hailed as one of the best live music events in the capital for a decade. This year it will be even better, and we are thrilled at the amazing audience response.”
The event was sponsored by Capital FM which is known to be the original FM of London. The funds raised for this spectacular event will be shared with charity for children. For every single ticket some amount of the cost price will be donated to a charity that works for disadvantaged children all over the capital. Thus if you had bought a ticket for this gigantic party then you will also donate some amount to a noble cause which indeed can give the best possible beginning to this festive season.
This year’s party also included some of the biggest names in the field of entertainment industry. The spectacular Capital FM Jingle Bell Ball program also featured some of the most excellent musical acts from across the world. This huge party also attributed performance by Lily Allen, Lady Gaga, Pixie Lott, Tinchy Stryder, JLS and Taio Cruz. Tickets were on sale since a longtime to grab the best clobber for you and savor a happening start to your Christmas season. The Global Founder and CEO of the Capital FM group had said “Every year, Capital is building on the last, giving the listeners exactly what they want and bringing some of the biggest names in hit music to London for this year's Jingle Bell Ball with Windows 7. The event sold out in under 10 minutes, which is a massive endorsement from our listeners. Last year's concert at The O2 was hailed as one of the best live music events in the capital for a decade. This year it will be even better, and we are thrilled at the amazing audience response.”
The event was sponsored by Capital FM which is known to be the original FM of London. The funds raised for this spectacular event will be shared with charity for children. For every single ticket some amount of the cost price will be donated to a charity that works for disadvantaged children all over the capital. Thus if you had bought a ticket for this gigantic party then you will also donate some amount to a noble cause which indeed can give the best possible beginning to this festive season.
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Bon Jovi Tickets On Sale for London O2 Arena
When – 7th, 8th, 10th, 11th, 13th, 17th, 19th, 20th and 22nd June 2010.
Time – 6:30 pm.
Where – The O2 Arena
Peninsular Square, London
SE10 0DX
Nearest tube station – North Greenwich London Underground
Bon Jovi is one of the most popular musical groups that marked a banging opening on 27th June 2007 at the O2 Arena. The band will return to the same venue for a block buster summer residency in the month of June 2010. Tickets for the concert are already on sale from today onwards. This will be the only performance of this biggest live band in Europe in the year 2010.
The albums sold for this renowned band was simply outstanding and record breaking with a figure crossing 120 million. The group has also received countless number of awards. Bon Jovi also performs stellar stadium shows in every year but, the band believes they have a lot more to conquer. Thus, the announcement of moving to London for summer 2010 by the top most touring band in the entire world is a spectacular excitement. While the exciting London residency will start in the month of June 2010 the band plans to set off their spring season in US. These natives of New Jersey are as big as they come whereas the other bands of their generation are still slow. This band was ranked as the number 1 “top selling tour of 2008 worldwide” Bon Jovi has also performed around 2600 concerts at more than 50 countries and are known to have a fan following of around 34 million fans.
The first single album from the band – We Weren’t Born to follow is also receiving amazing response on UK radio’s including Radio 1 and Radio 2 which are the biggest radio channels in UK. All the band members – Bon Jovi, David Bryan, Richie Sambora and Tico Torres are busy preparing for touring across the globe for nearly 2 years which will also include their landmark shows to be held at New Meadowlands Stadium on 26th and 27th May in New Jersey.
The performance in London will also be a part of their “The Circle Tour” which will begin in 2010 springs in United States. The concert in London Residency will be promoted by Rob Hallett from AEG Live. He commented “When Jon Bon Jovi opened The O2 with the words, 'Hello London, welcome to your new home,' little did he realize that we were already plotting to make it his new home! Bon Jovi is the best live band in the World. This one could run and run."
Concert Schedule and Ticket Booking Price:
Time – 6:30 pm.
Where – The O2 Arena
Peninsular Square, London
SE10 0DX
Nearest tube station – North Greenwich London Underground
Bon Jovi is one of the most popular musical groups that marked a banging opening on 27th June 2007 at the O2 Arena. The band will return to the same venue for a block buster summer residency in the month of June 2010. Tickets for the concert are already on sale from today onwards. This will be the only performance of this biggest live band in Europe in the year 2010.
The albums sold for this renowned band was simply outstanding and record breaking with a figure crossing 120 million. The group has also received countless number of awards. Bon Jovi also performs stellar stadium shows in every year but, the band believes they have a lot more to conquer. Thus, the announcement of moving to London for summer 2010 by the top most touring band in the entire world is a spectacular excitement. While the exciting London residency will start in the month of June 2010 the band plans to set off their spring season in US. These natives of New Jersey are as big as they come whereas the other bands of their generation are still slow. This band was ranked as the number 1 “top selling tour of 2008 worldwide” Bon Jovi has also performed around 2600 concerts at more than 50 countries and are known to have a fan following of around 34 million fans.
The first single album from the band – We Weren’t Born to follow is also receiving amazing response on UK radio’s including Radio 1 and Radio 2 which are the biggest radio channels in UK. All the band members – Bon Jovi, David Bryan, Richie Sambora and Tico Torres are busy preparing for touring across the globe for nearly 2 years which will also include their landmark shows to be held at New Meadowlands Stadium on 26th and 27th May in New Jersey.
The performance in London will also be a part of their “The Circle Tour” which will begin in 2010 springs in United States. The concert in London Residency will be promoted by Rob Hallett from AEG Live. He commented “When Jon Bon Jovi opened The O2 with the words, 'Hello London, welcome to your new home,' little did he realize that we were already plotting to make it his new home! Bon Jovi is the best live band in the World. This one could run and run."
Concert Schedule and Ticket Booking Price:
| Venue | Date | Cost | Total |
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Bon Jovi Price Level 6 The O2, Millennium Way, SE10 0BB. |
Monday, 07/06/2010 | £65.00 each + booking fee | £71.50 |
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Bon Jovi Price Level 6 The O2, Millennium Way, SE10 0BB. |
Monday, 07/06/2010 | £75.00 each + booking fee | £82.50 |
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Bon Jovi Price Level 6 The O2, Millennium Way, SE10 0BB. |
Monday, 08/06/2010 | £65.00 each + booking fee | £71.50 |
|
Bon Jovi Price Level 6
The O2, Millennium Way, SE10 0BB. |
Monday, 08/06/2010 | £75.00 each + booking fee | £82.50 |
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Bon Jovi Price Level 6 The O2, Millennium Way, SE10 0BB. |
Monday, 10/06/2010 | £65.00 each + booking fee | £71.50 |
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Bon Jovi Price Level 6 The O2, Millennium Way, SE10 0BB. |
Monday, 10/06/2010 | £75.00 each + booking fee | £82.50 |
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Bon Jovi Price Level 6 The O2, Millennium Way, SE10 0BB. |
Monday, 11/06/2010 | £65.00 each + booking fee | £71.50 |
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Bon Jovi Price Level 6 The O2, Millennium Way, SE10 0BB. |
Monday, 11/06/2010 | £75.00 each + booking fee | £82.50 |
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Bon Jovi Price Level 6 The O2, Millennium Way, SE10 0BB. |
Monday, 13/06/2010 | £65.00 each + booking fee | £71.50 |
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Bon Jovi Price Level 6 The O2, Millennium Way, SE10 0BB. |
Monday, 13/06/2010 | £75.00 each + booking fee | £82.50 |
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Bon Jovi Price Level 6 The O2, Millennium Way, SE10 0BB. |
Monday, 17/06/2010 | £65.00 each + booking fee | £71.50 |
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Bon Jovi Price Level 6 The O2, Millennium Way, SE10 0BB. |
Monday, 17/06/2010 | £75.00 each + booking fee | £82.50 |
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Bon Jovi Price Level 6 The O2, Millennium Way, SE10 0BB. |
Monday, 19/06/2010 | £65.00 each + booking fee | £71.50 |
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Bon Jovi Price Level 6 The O2, Millennium Way, SE10 0BB. |
Monday, 19/06/2010 | £75.00 each + booking fee | £82.50 |
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Bon Jovi Price Level 6 The O2, Millennium Way, SE10 0BB. |
Monday, 20/06/2010 | £65.00 each + booking fee | £71.50 |
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Bon Jovi Price Level 6 The O2, Millennium Way, SE10 0BB. |
Monday, 20/06/2010 | £75.00 each + booking fee | £82.50 |
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Bon Jovi Price Level 6 The O2, Millennium Way, SE10 0BB. |
Monday, 20/06/2010 | £65.00 each + booking fee | £71.50 |
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Bon Jovi Price Level 6 The O2, Millennium Way, SE10 0BB. |
Monday, 20/06/2010 | £75.00 each + booking fee | £82.50 |
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Bon Jovi Price Level 6 The O2, Millennium Way, SE10 0BB. |
Monday, 20/06/2010 | £200.00 each + booking fee | £200.50 |
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Bon Jovi Price Level 6 The O2, Millennium Way, SE10 0BB. |
Monday, 22/06/2010 | £65.00 each + booking fee | £71.50 |
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Bon Jovi Price Level 6 The O2, Millennium Way, SE10 0BB. |
Monday, 22/06/2010 | £75.00 each + booking fee | £82.50 |
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Bon Jovi Price Level 6 The O2, Millennium Way, SE10 0BB. |
Monday, 22/06/2010 | £200.00 each + booking fee | £200.50 |
This in fact is just the starting of the two years tour by Bon Jovi. This will surely be one of the greatest live acts by one of the greatest live bands on the planet.
Christmas Spectacular at London’s O2
Date – 23rd December 2009
Time – 7:30 pm
Venue – The O2
Peninsular Square,
London SE10 0DX
Nearest tube station – North Greenwich London Underground
Booking Details
Cost – 24.75£ - 42.50£ per person and between 99£ - 140£ for families.
(To book tickets call on 0844 847 1707, 0844 412 4650 or 0871 230 2200)
Book the tickets for Christmas Spectacular at O2 and be and part of this spectacular extravaganza by Raymond Gubbay and Classic FM team. This vivacious event from the renowned Royal Albert Hall will be held at the grand O2 Arena on 23rd of December 2009. It will be an amazing and delightful treat for the fans of music. This fascinating show will be full of enthusiastic music, dazzling fireworks, renowned personalities and tremendous festive cheer. Thus, you can expect a blend of mellow music and stunning display of lights with excellent fireworks and smashing special effects at this event.
The sponsors of the event promise to organize an evening full of festive entertainment that will surely get you in the vibrant spirit of Christmas. You can also savor several traditional songs and Christmas carols performed by the extremely talented – Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, in this festive occasion. The famous television celebrity and stage artist – Myleene Klass will host this fabulous musical event. Various well known singers and classical musicians will also perform in the event. Some of the most popular personalities in the classical music industry such as Alison Jiear, Jon Christos and Stephane Corley will perform a wide range of Christmas favourites. These dazzling performers will be backed up by the globally renowned orchestra – Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. The orchestra will be conducted by Anthony Inglis in this show. With such a fantastic line up this event is surely a must to watch for all.
Raymond Gubbay is well known for his events at the Royal Albert Hall and this is the first time he will put on a show at O2 arena. During the press release of the Christmas Spectacular, he also said “I am thrilled to be bringing my latest production to the O2. An audience of 20000 will certainly create an amazing atmosphere to celebrate Christmas – I am sure this will be the first of many of my productions at the venue.” The legendary shows by Gubbay always attract thousands of audiences and this time also almost 20000 people are expected to turn up to the Christmas Spectacular at O2. This sensational event is ready to capture the blissful spirit of Christmas in the best arenas of London. Tickets for this stunning event are available in from 24.75£ - 42.50£, you can also avail some concession if you are eligible for the same. People who will attend the event with a group of friends or family are suggested to book group tickets to avail the group discounts. So if you decided to start your Christmas celebration in a magnificent style then hurry up and grab your tickets as soon as possible.
Time – 7:30 pm
Venue – The O2
Peninsular Square,
London SE10 0DX
Nearest tube station – North Greenwich London Underground
Booking Details
Cost – 24.75£ - 42.50£ per person and between 99£ - 140£ for families.
(To book tickets call on 0844 847 1707, 0844 412 4650 or 0871 230 2200)
Book the tickets for Christmas Spectacular at O2 and be and part of this spectacular extravaganza by Raymond Gubbay and Classic FM team. This vivacious event from the renowned Royal Albert Hall will be held at the grand O2 Arena on 23rd of December 2009. It will be an amazing and delightful treat for the fans of music. This fascinating show will be full of enthusiastic music, dazzling fireworks, renowned personalities and tremendous festive cheer. Thus, you can expect a blend of mellow music and stunning display of lights with excellent fireworks and smashing special effects at this event.
The sponsors of the event promise to organize an evening full of festive entertainment that will surely get you in the vibrant spirit of Christmas. You can also savor several traditional songs and Christmas carols performed by the extremely talented – Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, in this festive occasion. The famous television celebrity and stage artist – Myleene Klass will host this fabulous musical event. Various well known singers and classical musicians will also perform in the event. Some of the most popular personalities in the classical music industry such as Alison Jiear, Jon Christos and Stephane Corley will perform a wide range of Christmas favourites. These dazzling performers will be backed up by the globally renowned orchestra – Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. The orchestra will be conducted by Anthony Inglis in this show. With such a fantastic line up this event is surely a must to watch for all.
Raymond Gubbay is well known for his events at the Royal Albert Hall and this is the first time he will put on a show at O2 arena. During the press release of the Christmas Spectacular, he also said “I am thrilled to be bringing my latest production to the O2. An audience of 20000 will certainly create an amazing atmosphere to celebrate Christmas – I am sure this will be the first of many of my productions at the venue.” The legendary shows by Gubbay always attract thousands of audiences and this time also almost 20000 people are expected to turn up to the Christmas Spectacular at O2. This sensational event is ready to capture the blissful spirit of Christmas in the best arenas of London. Tickets for this stunning event are available in from 24.75£ - 42.50£, you can also avail some concession if you are eligible for the same. People who will attend the event with a group of friends or family are suggested to book group tickets to avail the group discounts. So if you decided to start your Christmas celebration in a magnificent style then hurry up and grab your tickets as soon as possible.
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Weird British Museum Part-II
Thank you for having waited for the sequel of Weird British Museum, patiently. Now that your wait is over, I am sure that enjoyed reading the last article. You can always drop in a comment if you like any of our articles. Hope you had found Dog Collar Museum, Lock Museum, Museum of Witchcraft and Pencil Museum as interesting as they are bizarre.
This article would enlighten you about some other weird museums in the United Kingdom. Most museums are located inside the city of London and are amongst some of the most popular London attractions.
The Pram Museum
Onekama, Michigan
The Pram Museum holds a collection of carriages and strollers which dates back the period when these trolleys were first invented. The museum was first started in United Kingdom or London, England to be precise but then the Americans carried forward the tradition and took it to another level. London is still associated with the Pram Museum though. The Pram Museum can help you get a pram just according to your need with its educational programs. British coach-built pram also produces some part of the prams which are displayed at the museum. From a trolley, to a coach and a stroller the Pram Museum has them all. You should check out the different pram collection which dates from 1920s to till date. There are prams not just for children but for cats, dogs, husbands, wives, grand parents and handicaps on display. The museum is strange but is very helpful when you are in a need to buy a pram.
The Lawnmower Museum
Trerice
Yes if you ever wondered that a museum related to Lawnmowers existed? You are right. And there are not just one but two Lawnmower Museum in London. The one in Trerice has a collection of age old lawnmowers to the latest high-tech mowers. The museum is administrated by the “The National Trust”.
Southport, Lancashire
The nearest London Underground station is the Southport Tube station and Birkdale Tube stations. The museum is open on all days around the year on Monday to Saturday from 9:00am to 5:30pm BST but remains closed on Sundays and Bank Holidays. There is a nominal entrance fee if £2.00 for adults and £1.00 for children under 16. The museum also provides a free audio tour to visitors. The museum has a large and unique collection of garden machinery dating back to 1799, even before the lawnmower was invented. The must see is the record holding largest Toy lawnmower collection in the world. The museum also holds a shop which sells memorabilia and gift items such as museum pens, lawnmower post cards, museum birthday cards, Vintage lawnmower spare parts, toys, Chainsaw man key ring, mugs and other such merchandise and collectibles.
Colman's Mustard Shop and Museum
Norwich
Although the origins of Mustard date back to 460 BC that too by Hippocrates who was a Greek Physician, mustard has been an essential part of ones daily life. The museum was originally a mustard shop established way back in 1814 by Jeremiah Coleman. With years The Colman progressed and from a small shop selling mustard became what they are today, one of the biggest brands in United Kingdom. Queen Victoria granted the company a special warrant as Manufactures to Her Majesty in 1866 which boosted their sales and proved as the ultimate accolade for them. The Royal Warrant signifies that the quality of a product is very high and has been approved by the Royal Court; is still printed on all of the Colman products even today. The museum tells you all about kinds of mustards, and the history of the Colman Company. Don’t we all love mustard?
Verdant Works
Dundee
Verdant Works is a museum dedicated entirely to jute and is administrated by the Dundee Heritage Trust. Jute is a natural fiber which is obtained from plants native to Bengal, India (Now a different country Bangladesh). Jute has always been an important and indispensable raw material for making ropes, boot linings, tents, carpets, sacking, satchels, tarpaulins, linoleum backing, aprons, roofing felts, tapestries, sailcloth, meat wrappers, sand bags, electric cable, parachutes, horse covers, oven clothes, scrims, and even cattle bedding. During the early 19th century, jute was exported from India to the rest of the world. The Verdant Works museum in Dundee weaves the tale of jute which throws a light upon the change in the jute industry over a period of 100 years. The museum charges a £7.00 entrance fee for adults, £4.00 for children and offers a discount price of £5.25 to students and senior citizens. The museum remains open on Monday to Saturday from 10:00am to 6:00pm BST in April to October and Wednesday to Saturday 10:30am to 4:30pm from November to March (opens at 11:00am on Sundays). The museum remains closed on 25th, 26th, 31st December and 1st and 2nd of January.
The Museum of Brands, Packaging and Advertising
Notting Hill
The Museum of Brands, Packaging and Advertising is the only museum in the world dedicated to the field of Advertising and Marketing. Visiting the museum is a phenomenal experience. You can witness Robert Opie’s collection of games, toys, posters, postcards, magazines, domestic goods and advertising. The museum was opened in the year 2005 and houses over 12,000 such historical items including royal souvenirs, comics, newspapers, design and fashion.
The museum can also be hired for any events. If you have a marketing event, you can always hire the museum and make the event even more special. The nearest London Underground station is the Notting Hill Gate tube station. You can also take the train to Paddington station and take a 5 minute walk to the museum. The museum is open on Tuesdays to Saturday from 10:00 am to 6:00pm BST and Sunday 11:00am to 5:00pm BST all days including bank holidays and Sundays, however the museum remains closed on Mondays. The admission charges are as £5.80 for adults, £2.00 for children under 16 and £3.50 for students and senior citizens.
Hope you liked this article as much as you appreciated the last one. Thanks for reading. Wait till we bring you other places that travellers would love to be at.
This article would enlighten you about some other weird museums in the United Kingdom. Most museums are located inside the city of London and are amongst some of the most popular London attractions.
The Pram Museum
Onekama, Michigan
The Pram Museum holds a collection of carriages and strollers which dates back the period when these trolleys were first invented. The museum was first started in United Kingdom or London, England to be precise but then the Americans carried forward the tradition and took it to another level. London is still associated with the Pram Museum though. The Pram Museum can help you get a pram just according to your need with its educational programs. British coach-built pram also produces some part of the prams which are displayed at the museum. From a trolley, to a coach and a stroller the Pram Museum has them all. You should check out the different pram collection which dates from 1920s to till date. There are prams not just for children but for cats, dogs, husbands, wives, grand parents and handicaps on display. The museum is strange but is very helpful when you are in a need to buy a pram.
The Lawnmower Museum
Trerice
Yes if you ever wondered that a museum related to Lawnmowers existed? You are right. And there are not just one but two Lawnmower Museum in London. The one in Trerice has a collection of age old lawnmowers to the latest high-tech mowers. The museum is administrated by the “The National Trust”.
Southport, Lancashire
The nearest London Underground station is the Southport Tube station and Birkdale Tube stations. The museum is open on all days around the year on Monday to Saturday from 9:00am to 5:30pm BST but remains closed on Sundays and Bank Holidays. There is a nominal entrance fee if £2.00 for adults and £1.00 for children under 16. The museum also provides a free audio tour to visitors. The museum has a large and unique collection of garden machinery dating back to 1799, even before the lawnmower was invented. The must see is the record holding largest Toy lawnmower collection in the world. The museum also holds a shop which sells memorabilia and gift items such as museum pens, lawnmower post cards, museum birthday cards, Vintage lawnmower spare parts, toys, Chainsaw man key ring, mugs and other such merchandise and collectibles.
Colman's Mustard Shop and Museum
Norwich
Although the origins of Mustard date back to 460 BC that too by Hippocrates who was a Greek Physician, mustard has been an essential part of ones daily life. The museum was originally a mustard shop established way back in 1814 by Jeremiah Coleman. With years The Colman progressed and from a small shop selling mustard became what they are today, one of the biggest brands in United Kingdom. Queen Victoria granted the company a special warrant as Manufactures to Her Majesty in 1866 which boosted their sales and proved as the ultimate accolade for them. The Royal Warrant signifies that the quality of a product is very high and has been approved by the Royal Court; is still printed on all of the Colman products even today. The museum tells you all about kinds of mustards, and the history of the Colman Company. Don’t we all love mustard?
Verdant Works
Dundee
Verdant Works is a museum dedicated entirely to jute and is administrated by the Dundee Heritage Trust. Jute is a natural fiber which is obtained from plants native to Bengal, India (Now a different country Bangladesh). Jute has always been an important and indispensable raw material for making ropes, boot linings, tents, carpets, sacking, satchels, tarpaulins, linoleum backing, aprons, roofing felts, tapestries, sailcloth, meat wrappers, sand bags, electric cable, parachutes, horse covers, oven clothes, scrims, and even cattle bedding. During the early 19th century, jute was exported from India to the rest of the world. The Verdant Works museum in Dundee weaves the tale of jute which throws a light upon the change in the jute industry over a period of 100 years. The museum charges a £7.00 entrance fee for adults, £4.00 for children and offers a discount price of £5.25 to students and senior citizens. The museum remains open on Monday to Saturday from 10:00am to 6:00pm BST in April to October and Wednesday to Saturday 10:30am to 4:30pm from November to March (opens at 11:00am on Sundays). The museum remains closed on 25th, 26th, 31st December and 1st and 2nd of January.
The Museum of Brands, Packaging and Advertising
Notting Hill
The Museum of Brands, Packaging and Advertising is the only museum in the world dedicated to the field of Advertising and Marketing. Visiting the museum is a phenomenal experience. You can witness Robert Opie’s collection of games, toys, posters, postcards, magazines, domestic goods and advertising. The museum was opened in the year 2005 and houses over 12,000 such historical items including royal souvenirs, comics, newspapers, design and fashion.
The museum can also be hired for any events. If you have a marketing event, you can always hire the museum and make the event even more special. The nearest London Underground station is the Notting Hill Gate tube station. You can also take the train to Paddington station and take a 5 minute walk to the museum. The museum is open on Tuesdays to Saturday from 10:00 am to 6:00pm BST and Sunday 11:00am to 5:00pm BST all days including bank holidays and Sundays, however the museum remains closed on Mondays. The admission charges are as £5.80 for adults, £2.00 for children under 16 and £3.50 for students and senior citizens.
Hope you liked this article as much as you appreciated the last one. Thanks for reading. Wait till we bring you other places that travellers would love to be at.
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Weird British Museums – Part I
There is a saying that 'All roads lead to Rome' The English considered the saying very seriously while they were making museums in London. You know what they say? There is a museum for anything and everything, imaginable or unimaginable in United Kingdom. They serve as an addition to the real adventurer kind of travelers tourist guide. What does a traveler look for? Something adventurous, out of the world, something that would make him wonder like a child for a while and ponder for a longer period on the same topic. A traveler is always looking for something that would be out of the ordinary and make the traveler, totally, awe-struck. The city of London has many such museums which are based on totally bizarre themes. There are museum on dog-collars, museum on locks, museum on witchcraft and many more.
For a traveler who is totally audacious and looking for something different all the time, we have listed down some of the finest (read strange) museums in the city of London. Have a whacky time.
Dog Collar Museum
Leeds Castle
Considered to be pointless by many and one of the best (being the only one related to dogs) by dog lovers, the Dog Collar Museum has a massive collection of dog collars. From strap to stud collars, flat to prong, slip to martingale, head halters to wolf collars and E-collars the museum has a huge display of such things. One strange fact about the Dog Collar museum is that no dogs are allowed in the museum. From dog collars ranging from the Medieval times to the Victorian Age, the Dog Collar Museum has nobody to compete with. The museum is located in the Leeds Castle. There is a £16.50 entrance fee for adults and £9.50 for children under 16. There is also special discounted entrance fee of £13.50 for students, senior citizens and handicaps. The museum gates are open from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm BST. The nearest London Underground is the Bayswater tube station.
Museum of Witchcraft
Boscastle, Cornwall
The Museum of Witchcraft was first started in the year 1951 on the Isle of Man. But was moved to its current place in the year 1960. This museum is dedicated to witchcraft and contains artefacts related to occult practices. Mother Goddess, stone circles, Horned God and the Wiccan wheel of the year are the must check out sections of the museum. The museum also has a collection of books (around 3000) related to Witchcraft. The Golden Dawn Tools which were donated by a Canadian magician recently are also displayed in the museum. The nearest London Underground is the Piccadilly tube station. The museum is open from Monday to Saturday 10:30 am to 6:00pm BST and 11:30am to 6:00pm BST on Sunday. With the Harry Potter releasing this July 16th 2009, the Museum of Witchcraft is expecting a huge crowd.
The Cumberland Pencil Museum
Southey Works, Keswick
Yes, there is a museum dedicated entirely to the world of pencils in England. If it is to be believed, the first pencil factory which developed pencils was set up in the year 1832. The factory was the United Kingdom’s first pencil factory and by 1916 it became The Cumberland Pencil Company. One can enter the museum through a life-size replica of the Seathwaite Mine where graphite was first discovered and also look at the world’s longest pencil which is at display. There is a Drawing Zone where you can let loose your kids and sip a brew at the coffee shop. The museum is open all days of the year expect the Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Years from 9:30am to 5:00pm BST on all days. There is £3.25 entrance fee for adults and £1.75 for children under 16. There are special discounts for students (£2.50) and senior citizens (£1.75). Tottenham Court Road tube station is the nearest London Underground station.
The Lock Museum
Willenhall, West Midlands
The site on which the Lock Museum is placed was bought in the year 1983 by, The Lock Museum Trust. The building is a true example of Victorian House and has a backyard workshop as well. Willenhall is often termed as the centre of British lock industry and has been making locks for government use for over 400 years. The museum is totally based on locks and keys. If you are fascinated by the workings of a lock, you can drop in anytime during the working hours of the museum. The gas-lit rooms and the daily life of a locksmith can only be witnessed at this Lock Museum. The Lock Museum has also a gift shop just in case you plan to take something back home for your loved ones. From souvenirs to clothes and dolls the museum gift shop has it all.
Museum of Mental Health
Monks Orchard Road, Beckenham
The Museum of Mental Health was found in the year 1247 and is situated in the then Bethlem Royal Hospital (then Bedlam and now Beckenham) for the mentally ill. There are several artworks in the museum including sinister cat paints by Louis Wain and watercolours of Richard Dadd. The museum houses various historical objects, art and collections related to the field of mental health. The 'Raving and Melancholy Madness' is one of the masterpieces that you must check out at the museum. The museum is open to the public on Monday to Friday from 9:30am to 5:00pm BST. The nearest London Underground being the Eden Park tube station. The museum is a 15 minutes walk from the tube station.
These are not the only out of the ordinary museums in London. There are more of these. There are museums entirely dedicated to prams as well. For that you would have to wait for the next article. Read more about such museums at Weird British Museums – Part II.
For a traveler who is totally audacious and looking for something different all the time, we have listed down some of the finest (read strange) museums in the city of London. Have a whacky time.
Dog Collar Museum
Leeds Castle
Considered to be pointless by many and one of the best (being the only one related to dogs) by dog lovers, the Dog Collar Museum has a massive collection of dog collars. From strap to stud collars, flat to prong, slip to martingale, head halters to wolf collars and E-collars the museum has a huge display of such things. One strange fact about the Dog Collar museum is that no dogs are allowed in the museum. From dog collars ranging from the Medieval times to the Victorian Age, the Dog Collar Museum has nobody to compete with. The museum is located in the Leeds Castle. There is a £16.50 entrance fee for adults and £9.50 for children under 16. There is also special discounted entrance fee of £13.50 for students, senior citizens and handicaps. The museum gates are open from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm BST. The nearest London Underground is the Bayswater tube station.
Museum of Witchcraft
Boscastle, Cornwall
The Museum of Witchcraft was first started in the year 1951 on the Isle of Man. But was moved to its current place in the year 1960. This museum is dedicated to witchcraft and contains artefacts related to occult practices. Mother Goddess, stone circles, Horned God and the Wiccan wheel of the year are the must check out sections of the museum. The museum also has a collection of books (around 3000) related to Witchcraft. The Golden Dawn Tools which were donated by a Canadian magician recently are also displayed in the museum. The nearest London Underground is the Piccadilly tube station. The museum is open from Monday to Saturday 10:30 am to 6:00pm BST and 11:30am to 6:00pm BST on Sunday. With the Harry Potter releasing this July 16th 2009, the Museum of Witchcraft is expecting a huge crowd.
The Cumberland Pencil Museum
Southey Works, Keswick
Yes, there is a museum dedicated entirely to the world of pencils in England. If it is to be believed, the first pencil factory which developed pencils was set up in the year 1832. The factory was the United Kingdom’s first pencil factory and by 1916 it became The Cumberland Pencil Company. One can enter the museum through a life-size replica of the Seathwaite Mine where graphite was first discovered and also look at the world’s longest pencil which is at display. There is a Drawing Zone where you can let loose your kids and sip a brew at the coffee shop. The museum is open all days of the year expect the Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Years from 9:30am to 5:00pm BST on all days. There is £3.25 entrance fee for adults and £1.75 for children under 16. There are special discounts for students (£2.50) and senior citizens (£1.75). Tottenham Court Road tube station is the nearest London Underground station.
The Lock Museum
Willenhall, West Midlands
The site on which the Lock Museum is placed was bought in the year 1983 by, The Lock Museum Trust. The building is a true example of Victorian House and has a backyard workshop as well. Willenhall is often termed as the centre of British lock industry and has been making locks for government use for over 400 years. The museum is totally based on locks and keys. If you are fascinated by the workings of a lock, you can drop in anytime during the working hours of the museum. The gas-lit rooms and the daily life of a locksmith can only be witnessed at this Lock Museum. The Lock Museum has also a gift shop just in case you plan to take something back home for your loved ones. From souvenirs to clothes and dolls the museum gift shop has it all.
Museum of Mental Health
Monks Orchard Road, Beckenham
The Museum of Mental Health was found in the year 1247 and is situated in the then Bethlem Royal Hospital (then Bedlam and now Beckenham) for the mentally ill. There are several artworks in the museum including sinister cat paints by Louis Wain and watercolours of Richard Dadd. The museum houses various historical objects, art and collections related to the field of mental health. The 'Raving and Melancholy Madness' is one of the masterpieces that you must check out at the museum. The museum is open to the public on Monday to Friday from 9:30am to 5:00pm BST. The nearest London Underground being the Eden Park tube station. The museum is a 15 minutes walk from the tube station.
These are not the only out of the ordinary museums in London. There are more of these. There are museums entirely dedicated to prams as well. For that you would have to wait for the next article. Read more about such museums at Weird British Museums – Part II.
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