1. Aerial shot of the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich with the river Thames and Canary Wharf in the background
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    Nick Ballon | Old Royal Naval College

Old Royal Naval College

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  • Greenwich
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Time Out says

The buildings of Greenwich Hospital, designed by John Webb, Christopher Wren and Nicholas Hawksmoor and for more than 100 years home to the Royal Naval College, are being restored to house Greenwich University, Trinity College of Music and a new Maritime Institute. Following the restoration of the seventeenth-century Painted Hall, a tribute to William and Mary that took Sir James Thornhill 19 years to complete, and the rococo Chapel, where free organ recitals are held, both are open to the public. The Discover Greenwich visitor Centre is also on the site of the Old Royal Naval College (open daily 10am-5pm; adm free).

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Guinness World Record attempt at the Old Royal Naval College

Even if you've never set foot in Greenwich, you'll probably be familiar with the grand stone facade of its Old Royal Naval College. This 18th century building is a much-used movie location that pops up endlessly in period dramas and fantasy flicks, including Bridgerton, Pirates of the Caribbean, Batman, Star Wars and Indiana Jones. Now, it's having a bit of fun with its cinematic history by inviting members of the public to turn up in costumes from some of the famous films, in a mammoth Guiness World Record attempt to host the largest gathering of people dressed as TV and film characters. So if you're a closet cosplay fan, the leading light of Halloween fancy dress parties, or just an all-round silly billy who loves putting on a novelty outfit, this one's for you. No need to book: just turn up on the day at 2pm, and have a ball. There'll be giant photo props on hand including a Bridgerton throne, Cruella's car, and a Batmobile, plus film-themed refreshments. But beware, you can't just throw on a cape and rock up: officials will check you're wearing recognisable elements from specific movie characters before you can join in the fun. 
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