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A Little Tip-Off
Four things worth knowing about, before everyone else does.
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| ISSUE 01 FRI 10 JUL |
| This is a big one for London. A much-loved bathtime tale takes its final bow, a giant living chessboard takes over Trafalgar Square, and Henry VIII's knights ride back into Hampton Court. Four ways to spend it, sorted by age so you can skip straight to yours. |
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0 TO 4
The Flying Bath, Little Angel Theatre
Julia Donaldson's bathtime story turned gentle puppet show, closing after a six-week run. Ages 2-5, from £13.50, Islington.
Sat 11 – Sun 12 Jul · check showtimes
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5 TO 8
The Space Show, Science Museum
Free, live and hands-on: Mission Control needs help solving a problem, with shows running on the hour all weekend. South Kensington.
Sat 11 & Sun 12 Jul · 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm & 3pm
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9 TO 12
ChessFest, Trafalgar Square
The square turns into a giant living chessboard, 32 costumed actors re-enact a famous game, plus free beginner lessons. Free, Sunday only, 12-7pm.
Sun 12 Jul · 12–7pm
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WHOLE FAMILY
Henry VIII's Joust, Hampton Court Palace
Costumed knights joust on horseback three times a day, with falconry displays in between. Included in palace admission, children from £14.50.
Sat 11 & Sun 12 Jul · 11am, 1:30pm & 4pm
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