Free things to do in London
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By Time Out Editors
Updated: Wed Jul 29 2009 -
The best things in life are free, they cost nothing. Nowt. Nada. We live in the world's most expensive city, but enjoying art, music, clubs and entertainment needn't incur a charge. Put your wallet away and follow our essential guide to the finest free cultural and pleasure-seeking pursuits
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Free music
London always has a great bill of free gigs - whether you're after big names, blog-friendly bands, or want to expand your tastes with off-radar sounds. Read more
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Try something different
There are are all manner of quirky museums, landmarks, and attractions that you may not have considered before - so we've rounded up a few ideas. Read more
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Free talks and lectures
Big-name speakers and leading thinkers are sharing their wisdom for free in lectures and talks across the capital. Read more
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Free theatre
It's tough to find free theatre in London, but if you're under 26 then you can take advantage of 'A Night Less Ordinary' - Arts Council England’s free ticket initiative. Read more
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London walks
Let us be your free guide to the capital's history with our London walks, whether you fancy a stroll by the river, a tour of the City or a Victorian pub crawl in south London. Read more
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Free classes and workshops
Self-improvement is the gift that keep on giving, and it's even better when it's free - whether you want to train your body at an exercise class or expand your mind at a free lecture. Read more
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Free comedy
The prospect of a free comedy night may sound like a laughter lottery, but many venues attract reliable up-and-coming talent - plus unexpected appearances from bigger names. Read more
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Free cabaret
What better twist to a run-of-the-mill night down the pub than a cheeky sideshow? Free cabaret and burlesque performances are a regular feature of bars across town - you just need to know where to look... Read more
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Free club nights
Away from the pricey glare of superclubs is a burgeoning free scene of venues who put on great nights and big names for nothing but your bar bill. Read more
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Swap, barter and save money
A wealth of websites and council-run schemes have sprung up where the only thing that doesn't change hands is money. Read more
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7 comments
There are loads fo free things to do in London, There is always the galleries and museums but i prefer the quirkier things like the small festivals or clubs i.e the British Origami society meets on Saturdays at the royal festival hall which is really good fun to go along to.
Is it possible to have a copy of Time Out anf/or maps of London mailed to me?!!! My sister & I are coming over from Canada this summer & I've hung on to my GREAT maps one of which I think is London's Time Out map of areas, tubes, etc.
Sincerely, Lee (Loreane)
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PBH's Free Fringe
Mon Mar 2, 7pm, FREE
Lamb Tavern, Leadenhall Market, Gracechurch Street, EC3V 1LR. Nearest Tube Liverpool Street/Bank
Acts from the Free Fringe display their comedic skills including Dr Brown, David MulHolland,
Jane Bostock, Graham Foster and Ben Briggs. MC Brian Luff.
Peter Buckley Hill's Annual Birthday
Tue Mar 3, 8pm, FREE
Lamb Tavern, Leadenhall Market, Gracechurch Street, EC3V 1LR. Nearest Tube Liverpool Street/Bank
Free Fringe founder and comedy veteran Peter Buckley Hill presents his annual one-man show to celebrate becoming a year older,
a thing he could frankly do without. Nevertheless, he'll do old and new material, excerpts from past Edinburgh one-man shows,
and whatever he feels like on the night. All welcome.
PBH's Free Fringe
Wed Mar 4, 7.30pm, FREE
Lamb Tavern, Leadenhall Market, Gracechurch Street, EC3V 1LR. Nearest Tube Liverpool Street/Bank
Acts from the Free Fringe display their comedic skills including Gareth Morinan, Haqi Ali,
Tom Bell and Daniel Smith. MC Peter Buckley Hill.
PBH's Free Fringe
Mon Mar 9, 7pm, FREE
Lamb Tavern, Leadenhall Market, Gracechurch Street, EC3V 1LR. Nearest Tube Liverpool Street/Bank
Acts from the Free Fringe display their comedic skills including Kate Smuthwaite, Amadeus Martin,
Luke McQueen, Mark Restuccia, Stuart Goldsmith and Paul Laight. MC Danny Worthington.
PBH's Free Fringe
Wed Mar 11, 7.30pm, FREE
Lamb Tavern, Leadenhall Market, Gracechurch Street, EC3V 1LR. Nearest Tube Liverpool Street/Bank
Acts from the Free Fringe display their comedic skills including superb Hils Barker, fireball of fun Jessica Fostekew
and Graham Foster. MC Peter Buckley Hill.
Taik does not seem to be cheap at all, as I have read from all the other comments. This is not encouraging me to get out there and 'do it' as it were. While there is a credit crunch revloution going on, free needs to mean free.
Thats a pretty comprehensive list. But have you checked out londonfreeloader.com. They also have information on free events of all types in the capital.
Don't put stuff on the "FREE" page that isn't free! It's a con!