| Saturday 7th September |
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| CKC is running taster sessions on the River Thames for newcomers to try kayaking and meet meet a friendly club. |
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| Due to engineering works, an unusual diversion will allow you to ride over a railway track that rarely sees passengers. |
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| Monthly opening on a Saturday of this exhibition which is usually only open Mon-Fri. |
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| For the Heritage Open Days, the church's historic crypt will be open to the public. |
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| There is a full programme of walks, talks and exhibitions running through the day. |
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| One Whitehall Place, a venue rarely open to the public, is offering a unique opportunity to explore its grandeur for one day only. |
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| The vintage 1938 era tube train will be making a number of trips along the Metropolitan line near Amersham this weekend. |
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| This annual boating extravaganza will see over 40 vintage and preserved vessels assemble in the central basin of St Katharine Docks in London. |
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| The Tony Hancock Appreciation Society will introduce and discuss the episode afterwards as usual. |
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| Late opening at the Grant Museum of Zoology |
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| Davide de Bassio uncovers the string theory's quest to unify quantum field theory and general relativity and its vision for future physics. |
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| A free outdoor screening of the classic horror movie shown in Nunhead Cemetery. |
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| Sunday 8th September |
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| CKC is running taster sessions on the River Thames for newcomers to try kayaking and meet meet a friendly club. |
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| Due to engineering works, an unusual diversion will allow you to ride over a railway track that rarely sees passengers. |
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| For the Heritage Open Days, the church's historic crypt will be open to the public. |
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| See one of the largest and most detailed illustrated maps of London ever to be created. |
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| Local fete with stalls, BMX bike show, and tractor rides. |
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| The vintage 1938 era tube train will be making a number of trips along the Metropolitan line near Amersham this weekend. |
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| This annual boating extravaganza will see over 40 vintage and preserved vessels assemble in the central basin of St Katharine Docks in London. |
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| Sunday at the Mills will include a special showcase of Alfa Romeo cars |
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| Kingswood House is a grade II listed 19th century baronial mansion in south London. It was the home of the creator of Bovril. |
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| A commemoration of the Merchant Navy with a band-led parade, service and wreath laying organised by the Merchant Navy Association National. |
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| Monthly open day at a historic water mill. |
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| Monday 9th September |
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| Two sets of military gun salutes will take place today to mark the Birthday of HM The Queen. |
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| The role of the Monk Sisters in commissioning of the church of St James the Less, Pimlico, and what, if any, impact their vision for the church had on the architect G E Street's design. |
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| Rodney Mullen, known for inventing numerous tricks and revolutionising the sport, will take the stage to break down the science behind skateboarding. |
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| Tuesday 10th September |
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| Embark on a journey with authors Colleen Snyder and Brendan Holland with the release of In Search of Giants: The Quest to Find the Genetic Giants of Northern Ireland. |
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| This talk will consider wider aspects of her life in London: the places she lived and also her activity in speculative development, both as financier and developer herself. |
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| Simon Hannah presents his book on Lambeth in the 1980s when the borough epitomised “loony left” Labour councillors, squatting and defiance of central government. |
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| Wednesday 11th September |
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| A reminder -- that tickets to climb the Elizabeth Tower and stand next to Big Ben will go on sale this morning. |
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| Lates explores the enormous progress we’ve made in health around the world and how we might tackle the next big challenges |
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| Join Jerry Brotton, bestselling author of A History of the World in Twelve Maps and This Orient Isle as he takes us on an illustrated journey exploring his new book, Four Points of the Compass: The Unexpected History of Direction. |
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| In 1818 a mysterious middle-aged woman, dressed mainly in white began to wander the grounds of Newstead Abbey |
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| Thursday 12th September |
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| Explore the world-famous Egyptology collection after hours. |
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| Friday 13th September |
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| For one weekend a year they’re letting nature run wild within the walls of Strawberry Hill House |
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| John Kiszely shines a light on the remarkable achievements of General Lord Ismay, from his work at Churchill’s side during the Second World War to his role in establishing Nato and the Ministry of Defence. |
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| Late opening at the Grant Museum of Zoology |
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| Saturday 14th September |
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| Heritage buses are running through south London, and an open day at Bromley bus garage. |
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| The Union Chapel opens its doors with free guided tours, workshops learning to build & play an organ, and an organ recital on the water powered Willis organ. |
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| Richmond’s Old Town Hall is revealing its secrets in this free behind-the-scenes guided tour. |
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| For the Heritage Open Days, the church's historic crypt will be open to the public. |
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| Open Studios workshops and exhibition – the rooftop restaurant and bar will also be open, with views across the Westway. |
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| Normally you need to pay to visit the gardens, but on a few weekends a year, the gardens are free to visit. |
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| Annual market celebrating the world of ceramics, showcasing everything from functional tableware to decorative objects and unique collector's pieces. |
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| For one weekend a year they’re letting nature run wild within the walls of Strawberry Hill House |
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| Tours of the Grade II Listed Cleaves Almshouses, the oldest building on Old London Road, built in 17th Century. |
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| The Ruislip Lido Railway opens its doors to the public for a behind the scenes look at what we do to keep the railway running. |
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| An open afternoon to peruse the museum and its specimens at your leisure The museum will be open from midday to 5pm as part of Heritage Open Days and Open House Festival |
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| Chapel and crypt visits provide a rare opportunity to learn more about the Anglican chapel and the crypt beneath. |
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| See the archaeological excavations and Tudor foundations at Scadbury Moated Manor – which still has its moat around it. |
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| Join Lara and poet Tom Chivers as they discuss mudlarking through the year; uncovering the river's treasures and aligning with the changing elements. |
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