City of London Festival
THIS ARCHIVED EVENT ENDED ON THE 9TH JULY 2009
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19th June 2009 until 9th July 2009
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Set against the awe-inspiring architecture of the City of London this annual three-week event is dedicated to getting the cultural heart of the capital beating. With more than 50 ticketed performances and a further 100 free outdoors events on offer - from music to visual arts, films, walks and talks - this year's festival continues with its Trading Places theme (that is, linking the City culturally and commercially with its historic partners overseas as opposed to eulogising the 80s stock-floor caper starring Eddie Murphy and Dan Ackroyd). The best of London's contemporary and classical music performers will be joined by international musicians in a fortnight of concerts across the Square Mile. Concerts take place inside many of the City's beautiful churches, the Guildhall, Finsbury Circus Gardens, the Barbican, Paternoster Square and many more City landmarks. As always, the heart of the festival will be the great dome of St. Paul's Cathedral. But it's not all about music. The programme is extremely diverse, offering the chance to explore some iconic buildings in the Square Mile such as Mansion House as well as take part in guided walks that reveal the secrets of the area. Events also go on before and after the festival's three-week duration so it is well worth checking what's on at www.colf.org because you'll be surprised at how many things pique your interest and curiosity. About St Paul's Cathedral
Being the cathedral of the capital city, St Paul's is officially the spiritual home of Great Britain. The funerals of Lord Nelson, the Duke of Wellington and Sir Winston Churchill were conducted inside the church's fortress-like walls, as was the elaborate fairy-tale wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer. More about St Paul's Cathedral
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June in London 2012
City of London Festival 2012 St Paul's Cathedral, EC4M 8AD 24th June 2012 - 27th July 2012 Founded in 1962, the City of London Festival is a...
September in London 2012
Mayor of London's Skyride Victoria Park, E3 5SN 1st September 2012 - 30th September 2012 Major roads in the city are closed to traffic for the Mayor of...
December in London 2012
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London Events for Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee
The Queen's Diamond Jubilee: Service of Thanksgiving and Carriage Procession St Paul's Cathedral, EC4M 8AD Tuesday 5th June 2012 On Tuesday 5th June 2012 The Queen and other...
London Carols & Services
Midnight Mass at St Paul's Cathedral St Paul's Cathedral, EC4M 8AD Saturday 24th December 2011 Sir Christopher Wren's magnificent St Paul's Cathedral, viewed by many as...
Club Quarters St Pauls Hotel
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24 Ludgate Hill, EC4M | 3 minutes from City of London Festival
This neat and simple hotel gets all the basics right. The prices are sensible, the rooms are simply and attractively decorated, there's a decent little bistro, ...More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Deluxe Double Rooms: 72% off from £99
24 Ludgate Hill, EC4M | 3 minutes from City of London Festival
This neat and simple hotel gets all the basics right. The prices are sensible, the rooms are simply and attractively decorated, there's a decent little bistro, ...More
Grange St Paul's Hotel London
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 31% off from £275
10 Godliman Street, EC4V | 3 minutes from City of London Festival
Perfectly located in the heart of London's financial district, yet moments away from the delights of the West End, the Grange St Paul's mixes contemporary style ...More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 31% off from £275
10 Godliman Street, EC4V | 3 minutes from City of London Festival
Perfectly located in the heart of London's financial district, yet moments away from the delights of the West End, the Grange St Paul's mixes contemporary style ...More
Crowne Plaza London The City
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Double/Twin Rooms: 49% off from £223
19 New Bridge Street, EC4V | 7 minutes from City of London Festival
Rising from the very heart of the Square Mile, the listed façade of an early 20th Century building on the site of Henry VIII's Bridewell Palace ...More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Double/Twin Rooms: 49% off from £223
19 New Bridge Street, EC4V | 7 minutes from City of London Festival
Rising from the very heart of the Square Mile, the listed façade of an early 20th Century building on the site of Henry VIII's Bridewell Palace ...More
Crouch End Festival Chorus
London > Events > Concerts Dates: Sunday 5th February 2012 - 7.30pm
Barbican Centre, Silk Street, EC2Y | 11 minutes from City of London Festival
David Temple conducts Glass's Three Songs and The Grid from Koyaanisqatsi, plus James McCarthy's 17 Days....More
London > Events > Concerts Dates: Sunday 5th February 2012 - 7.30pm
Barbican Centre, Silk Street, EC2Y | 11 minutes from City of London Festival
David Temple conducts Glass's Three Songs and The Grid from Koyaanisqatsi, plus James McCarthy's 17 Days....More
Fortified Wine Tasting Masterclass
London > Events > Kids Events Dates: Sunday 5th February 2012
Vinopolis, 1 Bank End, SE1 | 13 minutes from City of London Festival
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Vinopolis, 1 Bank End, SE1 | 13 minutes from City of London Festival
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Welcome To Wine
London > Events > Leisure Dates: Sunday 5th February 2012 - 1pm-2pm
Vinopolis, 1 Bank End, SE1 | 13 minutes from City of London Festival
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London > Events > Leisure Dates: Sunday 5th February 2012 - 1pm-2pm
Vinopolis, 1 Bank End, SE1 | 13 minutes from City of London Festival
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Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, London SE1 | 9 minutes from City of London Festival
This replica of the Shakespeare's 16th century theatre, reconstructed just 200 yards from its original site, is the brainchild of American actor and director Sam Wanamaker. ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, London SE1 | 9 minutes from City of London Festival
This replica of the Shakespeare's 16th century theatre, reconstructed just 200 yards from its original site, is the brainchild of American actor and director Sam Wanamaker. ...More
Rose Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, London SE1 | 9 minutes from City of London Festival
The Rose Theatre was built in 1587 but was only discovered in 1989 during excavations for new office buildings. Two-thirds of the original site were discovered, ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, London SE1 | 9 minutes from City of London Festival
The Rose Theatre was built in 1587 but was only discovered in 1989 during excavations for new office buildings. Two-thirds of the original site were discovered, ...More
Barbican Hall
London > Entertainment > Classical Music
Silk Street, City, London EC2Y | 11 minutes from City of London Festival
Described by the Queen as “one of the wonders of the modern world”, the Barbican Centre is an imposing collection of the finest in British arts. ...More
London > Entertainment > Classical Music
Silk Street, City, London EC2Y | 11 minutes from City of London Festival
Described by the Queen as “one of the wonders of the modern world”, the Barbican Centre is an imposing collection of the finest in British arts. ...More
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The best museums, galleries, attractions near City of London Festival
St Paul's Cathedral
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
St Paul's Churchyard, City, London EC4M | At City of London Festival
Being the cathedral of the capital city, St Paul's is officially the spiritual home of Great Britain. The funerals of Lord Nelson, the Duke of Wellington ...More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
St Paul's Churchyard, City, London EC4M | At City of London Festival
Being the cathedral of the capital city, St Paul's is officially the spiritual home of Great Britain. The funerals of Lord Nelson, the Duke of Wellington ...More
Museum of London
London > Attractions > Museums
150 London Wall, City, London EC2Y | 7 minutes from City of London Festival
Experience the real flavour of London life from the prehistoric to present day when you visit the Museum of London, a modern ...More
London > Attractions > Museums
150 London Wall, City, London EC2Y | 7 minutes from City of London Festival
Experience the real flavour of London life from the prehistoric to present day when you visit the Museum of London, a modern ...More
Millennium Bridge
London > Attractions > Boats and Bridges
River Thames, City, London SE1 | 7 minutes from City of London Festival
This sleek, £18.2million 325m steel footbridge designed by Sir Norman Foster spans the River Thames between St Paul's Cathedral in the City and the Tate Modern ...More
London > Attractions > Boats and Bridges
River Thames, City, London SE1 | 7 minutes from City of London Festival
This sleek, £18.2million 325m steel footbridge designed by Sir Norman Foster spans the River Thames between St Paul's Cathedral in the City and the Tate Modern ...More
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Shopping near City of London Festival
The best shops and markets near City of London Festival
Smithfield Market
London > Shopping > Markets
West Smithfield, Clerkenwell, London EC1A | 9 minutes from City of London Festival
For tenants of Smithfield Market getting up in the dark is the nothing out of the ordinary; with the market opening at 4am these hard working folk start ...More
London > Shopping > Markets
West Smithfield, Clerkenwell, London EC1A | 9 minutes from City of London Festival
For tenants of Smithfield Market getting up in the dark is the nothing out of the ordinary; with the market opening at 4am these hard working folk start ...More
Farm Collective
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
91 Cowcross Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1M | 10 minutes from City of London Festival
Its location opposite Smithfield Market is a very appropriate spot for the Farm Collective to set up shop. Working with select farmers and small producers, this outlet ...More
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
91 Cowcross Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1M | 10 minutes from City of London Festival
Its location opposite Smithfield Market is a very appropriate spot for the Farm Collective to set up shop. Working with select farmers and small producers, this outlet ...More
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Refectory Restaurant
London > Restaurants > International restaurants
St Paul's Cathedral, St Paul's Churchyard, City, London EC4M | 1 minute from City of London Festival
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London > Restaurants > International restaurants
St Paul's Cathedral, St Paul's Churchyard, City, London EC4M | 1 minute from City of London Festival
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Restaurant at St Paul's Cathedral
London > Restaurants > British restaurants
St Paul's Cathedral, St Paul's Churchyard, City, London EC4M | 1 minute from City of London Festival
In the basement of Sir Christopher Wren's grandest architectural achievement is burial place of St Paul's Cathedral, where those who have made an outstanding contribution to ...More
London > Restaurants > British restaurants
St Paul's Cathedral, St Paul's Churchyard, City, London EC4M | 1 minute from City of London Festival
In the basement of Sir Christopher Wren's grandest architectural achievement is burial place of St Paul's Cathedral, where those who have made an outstanding contribution to ...More
Yo! Sushi
London > Restaurants > Japanese restaurants
5-14 St Paul's Church Yard, City, London EC4M | 2 minutes from City of London Festival
For anyone who needs a fast, healthy lunch Yo! Sushi is the place to go. Its conveyor belt service means you've always got plenty of choice, ...More
London > Restaurants > Japanese restaurants
5-14 St Paul's Church Yard, City, London EC4M | 2 minutes from City of London Festival
For anyone who needs a fast, healthy lunch Yo! Sushi is the place to go. Its conveyor belt service means you've always got plenty of choice, ...More
Career Energy
London > Education > Careers Services
4-6 Staple Inn, Holborn, London WC1V | 14 minutes from City of London Festival
Situated in the heart of London, Career Energy – formed in March 2002 - offers comprehensive advice on careers, career change and job searching. They’ll analyse ...More
London > Education > Careers Services
4-6 Staple Inn, Holborn, London WC1V | 14 minutes from City of London Festival
Situated in the heart of London, Career Energy – formed in March 2002 - offers comprehensive advice on careers, career change and job searching. They’ll analyse ...More
City Journalism
London > Education > Professional Training
106 Bunhill Row, City, London EC1Y | 18 minutes from City of London Festival
City’s Print Journalism course is recognised as the best in London. Although places like Goldsmith’s are trendier, City is respected in the industry thanks to a ...More
London > Education > Professional Training
106 Bunhill Row, City, London EC1Y | 18 minutes from City of London Festival
City’s Print Journalism course is recognised as the best in London. Although places like Goldsmith’s are trendier, City is respected in the industry thanks to a ...More
Courtauld Institute of Art
London > Education > Arts and Drama
Somerset House, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 19 minutes from City of London Festival
The Courtauld is one of the most prestigious art schools in the country, affiliated with the Oxbridge system and boasting a huge private location and prime ...More
London > Education > Arts and Drama
Somerset House, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 19 minutes from City of London Festival
The Courtauld is one of the most prestigious art schools in the country, affiliated with the Oxbridge system and boasting a huge private location and prime ...More
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City of London Festival gyms, sporting activities, health & beauty and fitness.
Postman's Park
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
King Edward Street, City, London EC4M | 6 minutes from City of London Festival
Bounded in by surrounding office buildings, Postman's Park's appeal lies in what it symbolises as much as how it looks. Located just north of St Paul's ...More
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
King Edward Street, City, London EC4M | 6 minutes from City of London Festival
Bounded in by surrounding office buildings, Postman's Park's appeal lies in what it symbolises as much as how it looks. Located just north of St Paul's ...More
Chang's Hapkido Academy
London > Leisure > Martial Arts
Topnotch Health Club, 3 Tudor Street, City, London EC4Y | 8 minutes from City of London Festival
Grandmaster Gedo Chang's Hapkido martial arts schools emphasises practical self-defence, confidence, balance and fitness. The ancient Korean martial art of Hapkido is made up of three components: ...More
London > Leisure > Martial Arts
Topnotch Health Club, 3 Tudor Street, City, London EC4Y | 8 minutes from City of London Festival
Grandmaster Gedo Chang's Hapkido martial arts schools emphasises practical self-defence, confidence, balance and fitness. The ancient Korean martial art of Hapkido is made up of three components: ...More
The Old Red Cow
London > Nightlife > Pubs
71 Long Lane, Clerkenwell, London EC1A | 9 minutes from City of London Festival
One of the oldest pubs in Smithfield, The Old Red Cow has stood on this spot on Long Lane since the year dot. Steeped in history, ...More
London > Nightlife > Pubs
71 Long Lane, Clerkenwell, London EC1A | 9 minutes from City of London Festival
One of the oldest pubs in Smithfield, The Old Red Cow has stood on this spot on Long Lane since the year dot. Steeped in history, ...More
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Nightlife near City of London Festival
City of London Festival clubs, bars, cabaret nights, casinos and interesting nightlife.
Fabric
London > Nightlife > Nightclubs
77a Charterhouse Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1M | 11 minutes from City of London Festival
Built on the site of a Victorian meat cellar, Fabric continues to boast the most sensational line-ups in the capital. Its global reputation is founded on ...More
London > Nightlife > Nightclubs
77a Charterhouse Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1M | 11 minutes from City of London Festival
Built on the site of a Victorian meat cellar, Fabric continues to boast the most sensational line-ups in the capital. Its global reputation is founded on ...More
Bleeding Heart Bistro
London > Nightlife > Wine Bars
Bleeding Heart Yard, off Greville Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1 | 12 minutes from City of London Festival
Set in an attractive cobbled courtyard, this candlelit bistro/wine bar is a taste of an older, more civilised world. Uniformed French waiters glide unobtrusively between tables ...More
London > Nightlife > Wine Bars
Bleeding Heart Yard, off Greville Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1 | 12 minutes from City of London Festival
Set in an attractive cobbled courtyard, this candlelit bistro/wine bar is a taste of an older, more civilised world. Uniformed French waiters glide unobtrusively between tables ...More
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Where to have your meeting, conference, exhibition, private dining or training course near City of London Festival.
London Stock Exchange
London > Business > Venue Hire
10 Paternoster Square, City, London EC4M | 2 minutes from City of London Festival
The London Stock Exchange, one of the oldest stock exchanges in the world with a history dating back more than 300 years, is at the heart ...More
London > Business > Venue Hire
10 Paternoster Square, City, London EC4M | 2 minutes from City of London Festival
The London Stock Exchange, one of the oldest stock exchanges in the world with a history dating back more than 300 years, is at the heart ...More
Plaisterers' Hall
London > Business > Venue Hire
One London Wall, City, London EC2Y | 6 minutes from City of London Festival
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One London Wall, City, London EC2Y | 6 minutes from City of London Festival
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Butchers' Hall
London > Business > Venue Hire
87 Bartholomew Close, Barbican, City, London EC1A | 7 minutes from City of London Festival
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87 Bartholomew Close, Barbican, City, London EC1A | 7 minutes from City of London Festival
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St Paul's Cathedral events
The Queen's Diamond Jubilee: Service of Thanksgiving and Carriage ProcessionThe Queen's Diamond Jubilee: Service of Thanksgiving and Carriage ProcessionOn Tuesday 5th June 2012 The Queen and other members of the Royal Family will attend a Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul's Cathedral, one of several events being staged on the extended four-day weekend to mark The Queen's Diamond Jubilee. The Queen and her close family will travel in a formal carriage procession, adding to the occasion. In choosin5th June 2012Tuesday 5th June 2012
Where:
St Paul's Cathedral,
St Paul's Churchyard
EC4M 8AD
Category: eventThe Queen's Diamond Jubilee: Service of Thanksgiving and Carriage Processionevent
Tuesday 5th June 2012
VENUE St Paul's Cathedral
On Tuesday 5th June 2012 The Queen and other members of the Royal Family will attend a Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul's Cathedral, one of several events being staged on the extended four-day weekend to mark The Queen's Diamond Jubilee. The Queen and her close family will travel in a formal carriage procession, adding to the occasion. In choosin... More about this event
VENUE St Paul's Cathedral
On Tuesday 5th June 2012 The Queen and other members of the Royal Family will attend a Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul's Cathedral, one of several events being staged on the extended four-day weekend to mark The Queen's Diamond Jubilee. The Queen and her close family will travel in a formal carriage procession, adding to the occasion. In choosin... More about this event
City of London Festival 2012City of London Festival 2012Founded in 1962, the City of London Festival is a summer programme of music, visual arts, film, walks and talks. It takes place across several venues (including St Paul's Cathedral) and outdoor spaces, and events and activities are frequently free (particularly if outdoor). In 2011 the theme was Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific and amon24th June 2012Friday 27th July 2012
Where:
St Paul's Cathedral,
St Paul's Churchyard
EC4M 8AD
Category: eventCity of London Festival 2012event
Running from Sunday 24th June 2012 until Friday 27th July 2012
PRICING Various Prices
Founded in 1962, the City of London Festival is a summer programme of music, visual arts, film, walks and talks. It takes place across several venues (including St Paul's Cathedral) and outdoor spaces, and events and activities are frequently free (particularly if outdoor). In 2011 the theme was Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific and amon... More about this event
PRICING Various Prices
Founded in 1962, the City of London Festival is a summer programme of music, visual arts, film, walks and talks. It takes place across several venues (including St Paul's Cathedral) and outdoor spaces, and events and activities are frequently free (particularly if outdoor). In 2011 the theme was Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific and amon... More about this event
Midnight Mass at St Paul's CathedralMidnight Mass at St Paul's CathedralSir Christopher Wren's magnificent St Paul's Cathedral, viewed by many as the spiritual home of Great Britain, is a wonderful place to be on the night before Christmas when the Choir of St Paul's Cathedral is joined by Barbican Brass to mark the first Eucharist of Christmas. This is one of many Christmas celebrations held at the cathedral throughou24th December 2012Monday 24th December 2012
Where:
St Paul's Cathedral,
St Paul's Churchyard
EC4M 8AD
Category: eventMidnight Mass at St Paul's Cathedralevent
Monday 24th December 2012
VENUE St Paul's Cathedral
Sir Christopher Wren's magnificent St Paul's Cathedral, viewed by many as the spiritual home of Great Britain, is a wonderful place to be on the night before Christmas when the Choir of St Paul's Cathedral is joined by Barbican Brass to mark the first Eucharist of Christmas. This is one of many Christmas celebrations held at the cathedral throughou... More about this event
VENUE St Paul's Cathedral
Sir Christopher Wren's magnificent St Paul's Cathedral, viewed by many as the spiritual home of Great Britain, is a wonderful place to be on the night before Christmas when the Choir of St Paul's Cathedral is joined by Barbican Brass to mark the first Eucharist of Christmas. This is one of many Christmas celebrations held at the cathedral throughou... More about this event
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What's On Today Near St Paul's Cathedral Dickens And London Exhibitions | Until 10th June 2012 Museum of London 7 minutes walk from St Paul's Cathedral Marking the 200th anniversary of Charles Dickens's birth, this exhibition explores the relationship between the author and the city. Featuring ...More Museum Explored Kids Events | Until 19th February 2012 Museum of London 7 minutes walk from St Paul's Cathedral Explore the galleries through fun, hands-on activities....More Archaeology Up Close: Jewellery: Workshop Leisure | Until 20th February 2012 Museum of London 7 minutes walk from St Paul's Cathedral An object-handling session with members of the museum's Archaeological Collections department....More The Merchant Of Venice Theatre | Until 26th February 2012 Rose Theatre 9 minutes walk from St Paul's Cathedral Saul Reichlin features in this modern dress production of Shakespeare's drama, with the action set within the City of London's ...More WetYourSelf 5th Birthday Clubbing and Nightlife | On 5th February 2012 Fabric 10 minutes walk from St Paul's Cathedral Miss Kittin, Cormac, Jacob Husley and Peter Pixzel spin electronica, house and techno....More No Lone Zone Exhibitions | Until 13th May 2012 Tate Modern 10 minutes walk from St Paul's Cathedral Contemporary sculpture, videos, photographs and installations exploring the relationship between history, nature and politics, by Teresa Margolles, Cinthia Marcelle, David ...More Photography: New Documentary Forms Exhibitions | Until 31st March 2012 Tate Modern 10 minutes walk from St Paul's Cathedral Photographs by Luc Delahaye, Mitch Epstein, Guy Tillim and Akram Zaatari in which the artists explore a variety of subjects ...More  The Unilever Series: Tacita Dean Exhibitions | Until 9th April 2012 Tate Modern 10 minutes walk from St Paul's Cathedral Berlin-based English visual artists Tacita Dean undertakes the 12th commission in The Unilever Series for the Turbine Hall at Tate ...More Crouch End Festival Chorus Concerts | On 5th February 2012 Barbican Centre 11 minutes walk from St Paul's Cathedral David Temple conducts Glass's Three Songs and The Grid from Koyaanisqatsi, plus James McCarthy's 17 Days....More OMA/Progress Exhibitions | Until 19th February 2012 Barbican Centre 11 minutes walk from St Paul's Cathedral Curated by the Belgium-based collective Rotor, this survey of the global architectural practice looks at the productivity and recent projects ...More 
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