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The grand 18th-century courtyard of Somerset House makes for a spectacular backdrop for one of the most popular ice rinks in town. Skating around under the 40-foot Christmas tree with a hot toddy to keep out seasonal chills is one of London's most appealing winter rituals - and a superb way to ease yourself into the festive spirit. If your youngsters need guidance there's the Polar Cub Club for under 8s. But if you're looking for something altogether more grown up, Skate Lates brings a specially curated programme of music to the rink on nights with takeovers from Peckham-based radio station Balamii, Somerset House Studios artist Larry Achiampong, Field Day founders and promoters Eat Your Own Ears, '90s and '00s hip hop night Supa Dupa Fly and more. Get your Christmas shopping done while you're there at The Christmas Arcade, a pop-up version of Fortnum & Mason's occupying 15 rooms in the West Wing of Somerset House filled with hampers, tea caddies, stocking fillers, gifts and games. Now in its 18th year, Skate at Somerset House truly is "one of the great sights of a London winter... a wonderful place to be" (The Times).
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Somerset House, once the site of a spectacular Tudor palace, now includes a magnificent 18th century art gallery housing celebrated collections belonging to the Courtauld Institute Gallery, as well as the Embankment Galleries (which replaced the Hermitage Rooms and The Gilbert Collection - the latter re-opened at the Victoria and Albert Museum in June 2009). More about Somerset House
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372 Strand, WC2R | 3 minutes from Skate At Somerset House
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Aldwych, WC2B | 3 minutes from Skate At Somerset House
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London > Events > Theatre Dates: 5th September 2014 to 25th February 2018
Skate At Somerset House, Catherine Street, WC2B | 3 minutes from Skate At Somerset House
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London > Events > Theatre Dates: 6th September 2012 to 3rd March 2018
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London > Events > Theatre Dates: 15th to 31st December 2017
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London > Entertainment > Arts Centres
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London > Entertainment > Theatres
Aldwych, Covent Garden, London WC2B4LD | 3 minutes from Skate At Somerset House
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London > Entertainment > Theatres
Aldwych, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 3 minutes from Skate At Somerset House
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Sights and Attractions near Skate At Somerset House
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R | Same location as Skate At Somerset House
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London > Attractions > Art Galleries
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London > Attractions > Art Galleries
180 The Strand, WC2R | 3 minutes from Skate At Somerset House
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London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
38 Tavistock Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 3 minutes from Skate At Somerset House
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London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
42 Tavistock Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 3 minutes from Skate At Somerset House
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London > Shopping > Perfume and Cosmetics
41 Wellington Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 4 minutes from Skate At Somerset House
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London > Restaurants > French restaurants
Somerset House, The Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R | Same location as Skate At Somerset House
In the evenings, approach this restaurant through the fountained courtyard of Somerset House to get yourself in the mood for a magical meal. The Admiralty is ... More
London > Restaurants > Cafes and Delis
Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R | Same location as Skate At Somerset House
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London > Restaurants > Cafes and Delis
Somerset House, Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R | Same location as Skate At Somerset House
This riverside cafe commands wonderful views of the Thames from outside the 18th-century Somerset House. Large sunshades shield customers from the sun's reflective glare, while cooling ... More
London > Education > Arts and Drama
Somerset House, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 1 minute from Skate At Somerset House
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London > Education > Universities and Colleges
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London > Education > Universities and Colleges
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London > Leisure > Fitness
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London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
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London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
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London > Restaurants > Gastropub
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London > Nightlife > Pubs
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London > Nightlife > Bars
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London > Nightlife > Wine Bars
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London > Nightlife > Bars
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Somerset House events
Design FrontiersDesign FrontiersMore than 30 of the world's leading designers, including the director of design at Jaguar, are taking part in Design Frontiers, a group exhibition at Somerset House showing work which challenges and breaks through frontiers. Coinciding with London Design Festival, the exhibition includes designs by Ian Callum at Jaguar, Tord Boontje for Swarovski, 2017-09-20T00:00:00+01002017-09-24T00:00:00+0100
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event > Exhibitions > Art exhibitions - Graphic Design | PRICING Free
DATES 18th to 24th Sep 2017
VENUE Somerset House
More than 30 of the world's leading designers, including the director of design at Jaguar, are taking part in Design Frontiers, a group exhibition at Somerset House showing work which challenges and breaks through frontiers. Coinciding with London Design Festival, the exhibition includes designs by Ian Callum at Jaguar, Tord Boontje for Swarovski, ... More about this event
Peroni Ambra: The TerracePeroni Ambra: The TerraceTo celebrate the launch of Peroni's new offering, Peroni Ambra, Somerset House presents The Terrace. The summer-long al fresco event transports guests to the rural Chinotto orchard of Northwest Italy to bring to life the citrus flavours found in the new tipple, which is inspired by the Italian ritual of the 'aperitivo' and served over ice with an o2017-09-20T00:00:00+01002017-09-30T00:00:00+0100
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event > Foodie Events > Festivals & Exhibitions
DATES 1st April to 30th September 2017
VENUE Somerset House
To celebrate the launch of Peroni's new offering, Peroni Ambra, Somerset House presents The Terrace. The summer-long al fresco event transports guests to the rural Chinotto orchard of Northwest Italy to bring to life the citrus flavours found in the new tipple, which is inspired by the Italian ritual of the 'aperitivo' and served over ice with an o... More about this event
1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair1:54 Contemporary African Art FairThe first-ever international fair dedicated to modern and contemporary African art, 1:54 returns to Somerset House this October. Taking its name from the 54 countries on the continent, 1:54 will showcase modern African art, reflecting the diversity in artistic practices rooted in Africa. Bringing together more than 41 selected galleries, the contem2017-10-05T00:00:00+01002017-10-08T00:00:00+0100
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event > Exhibitions > Art Exhibitions - Festivals
DATES 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th Oct 2017
VENUE Somerset House
The first-ever international fair dedicated to modern and contemporary African art, 1:54 returns to Somerset House this October. Taking its name from the 54 countries on the continent, 1:54 will showcase modern African art, reflecting the diversity in artistic practices rooted in Africa. Bringing together more than 41 selected galleries, the contem... More about this event
Hassan Hajjaj: La CaravaneHassan Hajjaj: La CaravaneThis October, Somerset House hosts a homecoming exhibition on British-Moroccan artist Hassan Hajjaj. The exhibition will showcase his vibrant fusion of contemporary cultures, which he has picked up by splitting his time between the UK and Morocco. Visitors will be able to see the artist's colourful photographic portraits, which blend the glossy aes2017-10-05T00:00:00+01002018-01-07T00:00:00+0000
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event > Exhibitions > Art exhibitions | PRICING Free
DATES 5th October 2017 to 7th January 2018
VENUE Somerset House
This October, Somerset House hosts a homecoming exhibition on British-Moroccan artist Hassan Hajjaj. The exhibition will showcase his vibrant fusion of contemporary cultures, which he has picked up by splitting his time between the UK and Morocco. Visitors will be able to see the artist's colourful photographic portraits, which blend the glossy aes... More about this event
Soutine's Portraits: Cooks, Waiters And BellboysSoutine's Portraits: Cooks, Waiters And BellboysNew exhibition Soutine's Portraits: Cooks, Waiters and Bellboys looks at the artist's fascination with the staff of French hotels and restaurants, attired in boldly coloured uniforms. Over a decade, the humble models sat for him in Paris and the south of France, resulting in a powerful series of images that put the spotlight on the overlooked figur2017-10-19T10:00:00+01002018-01-21T00:00:00+0000
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event > Exhibitions > Art exhibitions - Painting
PRICING £9.50, under 18s Free, concs £8.50
DATES 19th October 2017 to 21st January 2018
VENUE Somerset House
New exhibition Soutine's Portraits: Cooks, Waiters and Bellboys looks at the artist's fascination with the staff of French hotels and restaurants, attired in boldly coloured uniforms. Over a decade, the humble models sat for him in Paris and the south of France, resulting in a powerful series of images that put the spotlight on the overlooked figur... More about this event
North: Fashioning IdentityNorth: Fashioning IdentitySomerset House explores the contemporary artistic and stylistic representations of the north of England with new exhibition, North: Fashioning Identity. With over 100 photographs, fashion garments and artworks, it highlights how the realities of life in the north during the mid-20th century inspired a new generation of photographers, artists and de2017-11-08T00:00:00+00002018-02-04T00:00:00+0000
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event > Exhibitions > Art exhibitions
PRICING Adult £7, concession £5
DATES 8th November 2017 to 4th February 2018
VENUE Somerset House
Somerset House explores the contemporary artistic and stylistic representations of the north of England with new exhibition, North: Fashioning Identity. With over 100 photographs, fashion garments and artworks, it highlights how the realities of life in the north during the mid-20th century inspired a new generation of photographers, artists and de... More about this event
Skate At Somerset HouseSkate At Somerset HouseThe grand 18th-century courtyard of Somerset House makes for a spectacular backdrop for one of the most popular ice rinks in town. Skating around under the 40-foot Christmas tree with a hot toddy to keep out seasonal chills is one of London's most appealing winter rituals - and a superb way to ease yourself into the festive spirit. If your youngste2017-11-15T00:00:00+00002018-01-14T00:00:00+0000
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event > Seasonal > Christmas
PRICING £7.50-£17 plus booking fees
DATES 15th November 2017 to 14th January 2018
VENUE Somerset House
The grand 18th-century courtyard of Somerset House makes for a spectacular backdrop for one of the most popular ice rinks in town. Skating around under the 40-foot Christmas tree with a hot toddy to keep out seasonal chills is one of London's most appealing winter rituals - and a superb way to ease yourself into the festive spirit. If your youngste... More about this event
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