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£35 Neon Fireworks Paint & Sip Night
Sat, 02 Nov 2024

Neon Fireworks Paint & Sip Night

Event - Rembrandt van Wine

 Event information:

  • Solo-friendly: You are more than welcome to come alone
  • 2 Hours of painting, creativity & fun in the dark
  • All painting levels are welcome, no skills required
  • Workshop is guided by a professional artist
  • Either repaint the painting of the day (see above) or get creative yourself
  • All painting equipment is included. We even give you an apron. 
  • Drinks are on us. Have as many glasses of wine or soft drink as you want while painting
  • Take home your canvas afterwards
  • Location is 159 – 163 Marlborough Road, Islington, London. It is a 10ish minute walk from station Finsbury Park. 

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Free Halloween Party at TwoRuba Bar
Thu, 31 Oct 2024

Halloween Party at TwoRuba Bar

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Free A Night of Fright: Halloween Costume Party at Metropolis! (SPONSORED BY CAPTAIN MORGAN)
Thu, 31 Oct 2024

A Night of Fright: Halloween Costume Party at Metropolis! (SPONSORED BY CAPTAIN MORGAN)

Halloween events and parties - Metropolis

Welcome to A Night of Fright: Halloween Costume Party at Metropolis!

Get ready for a spooktacular evening filled with thrills, chills, and plenty of Halloween fun at Metropolis London. Join us on Thu Oct 31 2024 at 6 PM for a night you won't forget!

Come dressed in your most creative and terrifying costume and take part in our costume contest. Dance the night away to hauntingly good music, enjoy delicious cocktails at the 2nd largest bar in London, and mingle with fellow party-goers in this iconic venue.

Enjoy a free shot on arrival and 25% off a pitcher of beer for each ticket holder!

Don't miss out on the frightful fun at A Night of Fright: Halloween Costume Party at Metropolis! See you there!

 


This event is sponsored by Captain Morgan

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£25 Historic Tea & Tour
Thu, 31 Oct 2024

Historic Tea & Tour

Event - Carlton Towers

Discover your chance to explore our wonderful Stately Home with one of our guided Historic Tours. Take a step back in time and discover the rich history, interiors and stories of Carlton Towers.

 

Be shown our Venetian State Room, Picture Gallery, Armoury, the unique ‘Priest’s Hiding Hole’ bedroom and more! Carlton Towers has been passed down entirely by inheritance and this is the perfect opportunity to find out about the fascinating family history that’s right on your door step.


Afterwards, head back into our staterooms to enjoy a homemade scone, made by our in-house chefs, with a delicious cup of Yorkshire tea.


£25.00 PER PERSON

Tour Start Time: 10am

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