Category Archives: Events

BOMPAS & PARR: An earnest discourse with Sam Bompas on all things wobbly.

Posted on December 14, 2012 by londoninsight

An insight into the weird and wonderful minds of Jellymongers Bompas & Parr. Continue reading →

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The London Olympics

Posted on July 26, 2012 by londoninsight

A look at the history of the London Olympics of 1908 and 1948 and how the 2012 games are learning from their previous mistakes. Continue reading →

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The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Weekend

Posted on June 7, 2012 by londoninsight

Looking at a few highlights of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee weekend. Continue reading →

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The Chap Olympiad 2011

Posted on July 20, 2011 by londoninsight

With nearly as much Pimms as there was rain, you would be mistaken for thinking that the moods might be dampened a tad. Far from it, for this year’s Olympiad saw the attire as sharp as the cheating was rife. … Continue reading →

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Village Underground

Posted on June 16, 2011 by londoninsight

A behind-the-scenes look at Village Underground of Shoreditch, an evolving, sustainable project building and international platform for creativity and culture. Continue reading →

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The Royal Wedding: the big day

Posted on May 4, 2011 by londoninsight

The Royal Wedding of Kate Middleton and Prince William from outside Buckingham Palace. Continue reading →

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The Royal Wedding: the day before

Posted on April 29, 2011 by londoninsight

A look at the preparations around central London, the day before the Royal Wedding 2011. Continue reading →

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Bedtime Stories at 40 Winks

Posted on December 1, 2010 by londoninsight

Rediscovering your inner-child at the bedtime stories event at the magical 40 winks hotel, London. Continue reading →

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Fleur De Guerre: a life in vintage

Posted on September 29, 2010 by londoninsight

Taking tips from Fleur De Guerre, a 1940’s pin-up girl, on how to maintain your inner goddess. Continue reading →

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