{"title": "Cabinets Unlocked: Sensory Explorers", "start": "2026-10-24T00:00:00+01:00", "end": "2026-11-01T00:00:00Z", "place": "Ham House", "address": "", "price": "Free event, but normal admission charges apply for the venue", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["history/early-modern"], "description": "Cabinets Unlocked: Sensory Explorers is a family event at Ham House and Garden where visitors explore the house's unique collection of cabinets using their senses. You can listen to music etched on a cabinet, smell precious spices once kept in these beautiful objects, and search the house for lost cabinet keys. It is part of the Cabinets Unlocked programme and finishes with a 17th-century musical performance from The Morley Consort. Visitors can also enjoy the walled Kitchen Garden and seasonal activities, colouring-in and toys in the family Garden Room.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/cabinets-unlocked-sensory-explorers-36375/", "official_url": "", "image": "", "dates": [{"start": "2026-10-24T00:00:00+01:00", "end": "2026-11-01T00:00:00Z", "place": "Ham House", "address": "", "tickets": ""}], "similar": [{"title": "Cabinets Unlocked, 17 Oct–1 Nov 2026", "start": "2026-10-17T00:00:00+01:00", "end": "2026-11-01T00:00:00Z", "place": "Ham House", "address": "", "price": "Free event (admission applies)", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "exhibitions-museums", "tags": ["art/decorative-arts"], "description": "Cabinets Unlocked is a rare chance to see inside Ham House's highly decorative cabinets, which are opened just twice a year to protect their pristine interiors. Over twenty prized cabinets and writing desks will be opened and on display, along with strongboxes and miniature cabinets, coinciding with the conservation team's condition checks. The collection includes marquetry, lacquer and exquisite veneers from Japan, China, Holland and England, with highlights such as the Ivory Cabinet from around 1660 and the Marquetry Cabinet, one of the earliest recorded examples of floral marquetry in England. From 19 to 23 October, volunteer guides will also give short pop-up talks in the Long Gallery, subject to volunteer availability.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/cabinets-unlocked-17-oct1-nov-2026-36376/", "official_url": "", "image": ""}, {"title": "The Morley Consort: A musical experience at Ham House", "start": "2026-11-01T12:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Ham House", "address": "", "price": "This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "concerts", "tags": ["music/classical/baroque"], "description": "A historical musical experience with live 17th-century music performed in the Long Gallery of Ham House. The Morley Consort, a 4-piece group, plays 17th-century repertoire on historical instruments as visitors explore Ham's rare cabinet collection on the last day of Cabinets Unlocked. The programme includes pieces by composers on the Royalist side of the English Civil War, as well as music from Playford's English Dancing Master paying tribute to Ham House and its Cherry Garden. The performers take breaks and there is time to chat with audience members; the free event needs no booking, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/the-morley-consort-a-musical-experience-at-ham-house-36377/", "official_url": "https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/london/ham-house-and-garden/events/9693b995-307a-4a32-b382-f0f4fb50fbd1", "image": ""}, {"title": "November 2026 weekday conservation tours", "start": "2026-11-02T00:00:00Z", "end": "2026-11-24T00:00:00Z", "place": "Ham House", "address": "", "price": "Free event (admission applies)", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "tours", "tags": ["art/architecture", "history/heritage-preservation"], "description": "Weekday 50-minute tours taking visitors inside Ham House in November, when access to the house is by tour only. They are run by the house's staff and volunteer team, who carry out conservation work on the 17th-century interior during this quieter time. The tours offer a chance to get up-close to conservation work, see some of Ham's most spectacular rooms, and hear how the objects and buildings are cared for. 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After the tour there is time to visit the exhibition galleries with objects from the Bexley Museum Collection dating back to pre-historic and Roman times, as well as WW2 Hall Place. 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Performers for the night include Alexandra Beaumont, Bessie Fallon, Catrin Lawrence, Cyn Grace Sylvie, Georgia Nicholson, Grace-Marie, Jay Rose Ana and Lara McClure.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/spooky-storytelling-34934/", "official_url": "https://benjaminfranklinhouse.org/event/spooky-storytelling/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/4b9b87247fe15222b8a09f29116f7607517df05fcff4b9fa241437356973154f-2000.webp"}, {"title": "The Lost Property Library", "start": "2026-10-19T00:00:00+01:00", "end": "2026-11-08T00:00:00Z", "place": "Discover Children's Story Centre", "address": "High Street 383-387, E15 4QZ London", "price": "£4", "price_from": "4.00", "price_to": "4.00", "tickets_url": "https://discover.org.uk/select-your-tickets/2026-10-31/485613AMLDGQKTJSHBLPJBGTCTQVSBNMB?post_id=18248", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["stage/childrens-theatre"], "description": "The Lost Property Library is an interactive performance where forgotten objects tell unforgettable stories. A Station Master welcomes visitors to a place where lost stories, memories and objects are archived and kept safe, with trunks and suitcases brimming with tales and adventures to discover. It is presented by Half Moon and created by Wrongsemble, an award-winning theatre company known for imaginative, inclusive experiences for young audiences. Perfect for the whole family, with some elements best enjoyed by young explorers aged 2-9, it was originally commissioned by The British Library and supported by The Leeds Storytelling Festival.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/the-lost-property-library-41349/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/837056f1b340fe11c7a7c87a5bd507a2c4a06c039a28dc2fe489a43c2be0974c-2000.webp"}, {"title": "The Hallelujah House: Inside Handel's HQ", "start": "2026-10-25T00:00:00+01:00", "end": "2027-03-14T00:00:00Z", "place": "Handel & Hendrix", "address": "Brook Street 25, London", "price": "Included in general admission", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "exhibitions-museums", "tags": ["music/classical/baroque"], "description": "An exhibition at the house where the composer Handel lived, marking 25 years since it opened to the public. 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Visitors can see works including The Music Party by Philip Mercier, manuscripts in Handel's own hand, and rarely seen portraits of his musical colleagues.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/the-hallelujah-house-inside-handels-hq-41472/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/30eb47f2080c850b74278584fa6da2c3c5bf8abcec933f6b9e8986242326533a-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Storytelling Residency Day 2: Shadows & Secrets with Diana Olutunmogun", "start": "2026-10-31T11:00:00Z", "end": "2026-10-31T12:30:00Z", "place": "Valence House", "address": "Becontree Avenue, RM8 3HT Dagenham", "price": "FREE", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["literature/spoken-word/storytelling", "history/local-history", "occasion/halloween"], "description": "A storytelling event for ages 5 and up, held in the historic Parlour of Valence House, with two immersive sessions of spooky tales and a hands-on craft workshop afterwards. Storyteller and heritage artist Diana Olutunmogun leads her final residency day, closing a month-long exploration of Villainy, the Other, and the Unknown. Session one, Legends of the Shadows, shares ancient tales and mysterious lore, while session two, Tales from Beyond, brings forgotten stories and cultural myths to life, each followed by a messy craft session making a creepy souvenir to take home. Entry is first-come, first-served, children must be accompanied by an adult, and the spaces are wheelchair accessible.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/storytelling-residency-day-2-shadows-secrets-with-diana-olut-40056/", "official_url": "https://valencehousecollections.co.uk/events/storytelling-residency-day-2-shadows-secrets-with-diana-olutunmogun/", "image": ""}, {"title": "Millie’s Magical Spells and Potions Trail", "start": "2026-10-24T10:00:00+01:00", "end": "2026-10-31T17:00:00Z", "place": "Honeywood Museum", "address": "SM5 3NX", "price": "£2", "price_from": "2.00", "price_to": "2.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["art/crafts", "occasion/halloween"], "description": "Millie’s Magical Spells and Potions Trail is a witch and wizarding adventure for the half-term holidays at Honeywood. The Friends of Honeywood Museum invite visitors to follow a magical trail and get crafty by decorating their own model cauldron, pumpkin mask, and wizarding hat. Visitors can keep an eye out for Millie in her frighteningly wonderful costume and are encouraged to dress up too.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/millies-magical-spells-and-potions-trail-39197/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/48af3c3681a58cb042c1aea8e4780f4e273366f4342c685ac8794b54b3a78fce-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Elsyng Palace Explorer", "start": "2026-07-21T00:00:00+01:00", "end": "2027-05-08T00:00:00+01:00", "place": "Dugdale Arts Centre", "address": "", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "tours", "tags": ["history/local-history"], "description": "Elsyng Palace Explorer is a free activity trail inviting visitors to become explorers of the lost Elsyng Palace. Participants visit the Elsyng Palace exhibition at both the Museum of Enfield and Forty Hall to discover clues, collect an Explorer Passport from the Dugdale Arts Centre front desk or Forty Hall Gift Shop, and complete challenges to earn three explorer stickers, plus a special Royal Explorer Gold Star for an extra challenge.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/elsyng-palace-explorer-35715/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/3d1fb25d99747a968849633366cb67cd19e9f5d12340b439d9377b2731ae8495-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Families with SEND", "start": "2026-10-30T10:00:00Z", "end": "2026-10-30T12:00:00Z", "place": "Valence House", "address": "Becontree Avenue, RM8 3HT Dagenham", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://www.tickettailor.com/events/valencehousemuseum/2434663", "category": "kids-family", "tags": [], "description": "A relaxed quiet opening of Valence House for children with special educational needs and disabilities and their families, outside regular opening hours. Valence House Museum opens its doors exclusively for these families to enjoy the seasonal trail 'Villainy at Valence'. Visitors can explore at their own pace in a calm, low-sensory environment with no public access. Parent and carer supervision is required at all times.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/families-with-send-40055/", "official_url": "https://valencehousecollections.co.uk/events/families-with-send/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/17688ccc3ba46c6d24f2323a5357a5602ab981d8ce4908eddb3664eb6806e69e-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Murder Mystery Halloween Edition", "start": "2026-10-31T19:00:00Z", "end": "2026-10-31T22:00:00Z", "place": "Old Royal Naval College Visitor Centre", "address": "King William Walk", "price": "£30 (Adults), £27 (Concession)", "price_from": "30.00", "price_to": "30.00", "tickets_url": "https://ornc.digitickets.co.uk/category/61042", "category": "quiz-games", "tags": ["occasion/halloween"], "description": "A Halloween murder mystery experience set in the historic Admiral's House, where teams of detectives explore the building at night to solve a séance that ended in a death. The Old Royal Naval College invites players to hunt for clues and interrogate suspects such as a medium, a widow, a clergyman, a clerk and the Admiral, with 90 minutes to crack the case. The story follows Detective Inspector Josiah Marsh, who arrives expecting to expose a fraudulent medium and finds a murder instead. Recommended for ages 16 and above.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/murder-mystery-halloween-edition-37527/", "official_url": "https://ornc.org/whats-on/murder-mystery-halloween-edition/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/01abd341a6092ad6eb4436fc4633a8d2eca4599803b8d4797129d7b898e0936b-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Craft Cart", "start": "2026-02-19T00:00:00Z", "end": "2026-10-29T00:00:00Z", "place": "Osterley House", "address": "Jersey Road, TW7 4RB Isleworth", "price": "", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["art/crafts"], "description": "Craft Cart is a free arts and crafts session for families, with activities such as colouring, cutting and sticking to make a variety of creations, themed to coincide with the Osterley Events timetable. It is organised by a dedicated National Trust volunteer team and takes place in front of the Kiosk, or in the House if it is raining. Children must be supervised at all times by an accompanying adult, and booking is not needed.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/craft-cart-63702/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/99e741e00595ed5791c21ad40d527a15586095b3a06c7a56cb740984a3edd970-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Sneaky Blinders - Murder Mystery", "start": "2026-10-30T18:30:00Z", "end": "2026-10-30T23:00:00Z", "place": "Hall Place and Gardens", "address": "Bourne Road, DA5 1PQ Bexley", "price": "£55.00", "price_from": "55.00", "price_to": "55.00", "tickets_url": "https://www.relish.co.uk/campfire-killer-murder-mystery/", "category": "quiz-games", "tags": ["games/murder-mystery", "food-drink"], "description": "Sneaky Blinders – Murder Mystery is a murder mystery evening with a three-course dinner, held in the historic house at Hall Place. Relish Catering & Event Management runs it: the Trilbie family of Birmingham realise someone is on the take, and guests must work out who the killer is as the night ends in murder. Over 18s only, with optional 1920s fancy dress.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/sneaky-blinders-murder-mystery-36361/", "official_url": "https://www.hallplace.org.uk/event/sneaky-blinders-murder-mystery/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/966b63e119adc5c0e832d06794a998cbbf4fa140281332fb5cd7d024b35366d5-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Spellbound at The Society of Antiquaries", "start": "2026-10-30T17:00:00Z", "end": "2026-10-30T20:00:00Z", "place": "Society of Antiquaries", "address": "", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "exhibitions-museums", "tags": ["occasion/halloween", "history"], "description": "Spellbound at The Society of Antiquaries is a Halloween event at Burlington House exploring magic, superstition and the occult. Visitors can encounter bellarmine \"spirit houses\", hexing bottles, books of spells, Renaissance occult philosophy that inspired Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, and a physician's notebook with 17th-century recipes, chiromancy and astrology. Artist Sarah Newson leads an unconscious drawing activity and helps participants create protective amulets using worldwide symbols of luck and protection. Geoffrey Munn OBE FSA presents a 16th-century charmstone used for \"spirit tapping\", and Hear We Here We (Rory Harvey and Cale Donia) offer a soundscape and live performance; the ticket includes a spooky cocktail, all ages are welcome, and tickets are for hourly slots running from 5-8pm.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/spellbound-at-the-society-of-antiquaries-38653/", "official_url": "https://www.sal.org.uk/events/spellbound/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/453b597baf65deda6e16e20da018845d88a0b0cd91c1c8631d645d435d99c4ee-2000.webp"}]}