Parasol Unit
ADDRESS
14 Wharf Road, Hoxton, London N1 7RW
TELEPHONE
020 7490 7373
OPENING TIMES
Tue to Sat 10:00 - 18:00, Sun 12:00 - 17:00
PRICES
Free
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Parasol unit foundation for contemporary art is a non-profit space
devoted to promoting contemporary art for the benefit of the public.
Parasol unit is a privately funded charity with possible and future
additional funding from the public and private sectors. The core
activity of Parasol unit is to showcase the work of contemporary artists
from around the world. Each year, the foundation mounts three or four
exhibitions in various media, such as sculpture, painting, installation,
video, or photography, for which some works might be specifically
commissioned. Each exhibition is usually accompanied by a publication.
Parasol unit does not charge admission fees.
Opening and closing times for Parasol Unit
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
10.00
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18.00
Wednesday:
10.00
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18.00
Thursday:
10.00
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18.00
Friday:
10.00
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18.00
Saturday:
10.00
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18.00
Sunday:
12.00
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17.00
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Thistle City Barbican Hotel
London > Hotels > Budget Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 84% off from £62
Central Street, EC1V | 5 minutes from Parasol Unit
Near to the City, and convenient for the The Barbican arts centre and Moorfields Eye Hospital, this hotel is modern, clean and functional. Equipped with its ...More
London > Hotels > Budget Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 84% off from £62
Central Street, EC1V | 5 minutes from Parasol Unit
Near to the City, and convenient for the The Barbican arts centre and Moorfields Eye Hospital, this hotel is modern, clean and functional. Equipped with its ...More
Holiday Inn Express London-City
London > Hotels > Budget Chain Hotel Double/Twin Rooms: 81% off from £67
275 Old Street, EC1V | 13 minutes from Parasol Unit
Modern and functional, you get what you pay for at this middle ranking hotel close to the City and the reasonable rates mean that it fills ...More
London > Hotels > Budget Chain Hotel Double/Twin Rooms: 81% off from £67
275 Old Street, EC1V | 13 minutes from Parasol Unit
Modern and functional, you get what you pay for at this middle ranking hotel close to the City and the reasonable rates mean that it fills ...More
Hilton Islington
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Deluxe Double Rooms: 81% off from £101
53 Upper Street, N10UY | 14 minutes from Parasol Unit
The Business Design Centre next door is the obvious attraction for many of the guests at this smart, efficient Hilton Hotel, but Islington's excellent restaurants and ...More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Deluxe Double Rooms: 81% off from £101
53 Upper Street, N10UY | 14 minutes from Parasol Unit
The Business Design Centre next door is the obvious attraction for many of the guests at this smart, efficient Hilton Hotel, but Islington's excellent restaurants and ...More
Victoria Miro
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
16 Wharf Road, Hoxton, London N1 | At Parasol Unit
The Victoria Miro originally opened in Cork Street in London, W1, in 1985. The gallery moved to its present location in 16 Wharf Road, Islington, in ...More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
16 Wharf Road, Hoxton, London N1 | At Parasol Unit
The Victoria Miro originally opened in Cork Street in London, W1, in 1985. The gallery moved to its present location in 16 Wharf Road, Islington, in ...More
Magnum Photos
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
63 Gee Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 9 minutes from Parasol Unit
The London gallery for renowned photo agency, Magnum. Representing the best in photography, The Magnum Photos selection process for new members is legendary for its toughness. ...More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
63 Gee Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 9 minutes from Parasol Unit
The London gallery for renowned photo agency, Magnum. Representing the best in photography, The Magnum Photos selection process for new members is legendary for its toughness. ...More
Host Gallery
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
1 Honduras Street, City, London EC1Y | 10 minutes from Parasol Unit
Host was established in 2005 by Jon Levy, director of foto8, and Adrian Evans, director of Panos Pictures. Photojournalism - from classical black and white reportage ...More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
1 Honduras Street, City, London EC1Y | 10 minutes from Parasol Unit
Host was established in 2005 by Jon Levy, director of foto8, and Adrian Evans, director of Panos Pictures. Photojournalism - from classical black and white reportage ...More
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Sadler's Wells
London > Attractions > Other Attractions
Rosebery Avenue, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 11 minutes from Parasol Unit
Modern contemporary dance and music performance space. Occupying a site with a long tradition of entertaining Londoners, Sadler's Wells exists to bring the best of national and ...More
London > Attractions > Other Attractions
Rosebery Avenue, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 11 minutes from Parasol Unit
Modern contemporary dance and music performance space. Occupying a site with a long tradition of entertaining Londoners, Sadler's Wells exists to bring the best of national and ...More
Bunhill Fields
London > Attractions > Parks and Gardens
38 City Road, Shoreditch, London EC1Y | 13 minutes from Parasol Unit
Small, wooded dissenters' cemetery in the city centre. William Blake, John Bunyan and Daniel Defoe are among over 120,000 nonconformists whose bodies are squeezed closely together within ...More
London > Attractions > Parks and Gardens
38 City Road, Shoreditch, London EC1Y | 13 minutes from Parasol Unit
Small, wooded dissenters' cemetery in the city centre. William Blake, John Bunyan and Daniel Defoe are among over 120,000 nonconformists whose bodies are squeezed closely together within ...More
Museum and Library of the Order of St John
London > Attractions > Museums
St. Johns Gate, 26 St. John's Lane, Clerkenwell, Clerkenwell, London EC1M | 15 minutes from Parasol Unit
This 16th century gatehouse was formerly the southern entrance to the Priory of the Medieval Order of St John and contains furniture, painting, silver, coins and ...More
London > Attractions > Museums
St. Johns Gate, 26 St. John's Lane, Clerkenwell, Clerkenwell, London EC1M | 15 minutes from Parasol Unit
This 16th century gatehouse was formerly the southern entrance to the Priory of the Medieval Order of St John and contains furniture, painting, silver, coins and ...More
Antonio Gades Company: Fuenteovejuna
London > Events > Dance Dates: 14th February - 16th February 2012
Sadler's Wells Theatre, Rosebery Avenue, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 11 minutes from Parasol Unit
A presentation of the folk-dance interpretation of the Lope de Vega play, set in 15th-century Andalusia and based on real events. Fuenteovejuna will be performed by ...More
London > Events > Dance Dates: 14th February - 16th February 2012
Sadler's Wells Theatre, Rosebery Avenue, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 11 minutes from Parasol Unit
A presentation of the folk-dance interpretation of the Lope de Vega play, set in 15th-century Andalusia and based on real events. Fuenteovejuna will be performed by ...More
Dr Sketchy: Anti Valentines Day Special
London > Events > Theatre Dates: Tuesday 14th February 2012 - 7pm-11.30pm
The Old Queen's Head, 44 Essex Road, N1 | 12 minutes from Parasol Unit
Life drawing class for over 18s featuring burlesque and cabaret stars....More
London > Events > Theatre Dates: Tuesday 14th February 2012 - 7pm-11.30pm
The Old Queen's Head, 44 Essex Road, N1 | 12 minutes from Parasol Unit
Life drawing class for over 18s featuring burlesque and cabaret stars....More
The Godfathers
London > Events > Clubbing and Nightlife Dates: Tuesday 14th February 2012 - 7pm
O2 Academy Islington, N1 Centre, Parkfield Street, N1 | 14 minutes from Parasol Unit
Resident DJs spin rock'n'roll and retro hits....More
London > Events > Clubbing and Nightlife Dates: Tuesday 14th February 2012 - 7pm
O2 Academy Islington, N1 Centre, Parkfield Street, N1 | 14 minutes from Parasol Unit
Resident DJs spin rock'n'roll and retro hits....More
The Old Red Lion Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
418 St John Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 11 minutes from Parasol Unit
One of London's most famous fringe pub theatres, the Old Red Lion Theatre in Islington was founded in 1979 by Charlie Hanson and is a welcome ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
418 St John Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 11 minutes from Parasol Unit
One of London's most famous fringe pub theatres, the Old Red Lion Theatre in Islington was founded in 1979 by Charlie Hanson and is a welcome ...More
Sadler's Wells
London > Entertainment > Classical Music
Rosebery Avenue, Islington, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 11 minutes from Parasol Unit
Modern contemporary dance and music performance space. Occupying a site with a long tradition of entertaining Londoners, Sadler's Wells exists to bring the best of national and ...More
London > Entertainment > Classical Music
Rosebery Avenue, Islington, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 11 minutes from Parasol Unit
Modern contemporary dance and music performance space. Occupying a site with a long tradition of entertaining Londoners, Sadler's Wells exists to bring the best of national and ...More
Sadler's Wells Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Rosebery Avenue, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 11 minutes from Parasol Unit
Modern contemporary dance and music performance space. Occupying a site with a long tradition of entertaining Londoners, Sadler's Wells exists to bring the best of national ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Rosebery Avenue, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 11 minutes from Parasol Unit
Modern contemporary dance and music performance space. Occupying a site with a long tradition of entertaining Londoners, Sadler's Wells exists to bring the best of national ...More
Bobbin Bicycles
London > Shopping > Bicycle Shops
397 St John Street, Angel, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 11 minutes from Parasol Unit
For your vintage-style bicycles and accessories head to Bobbin Bicycles in Islington, the self-proclaimed most beautiful bike boutique in Britain. Opened in spring 2007, Bobbins has ...More
London > Shopping > Bicycle Shops
397 St John Street, Angel, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 11 minutes from Parasol Unit
For your vintage-style bicycles and accessories head to Bobbin Bicycles in Islington, the self-proclaimed most beautiful bike boutique in Britain. Opened in spring 2007, Bobbins has ...More
My Sugarland
London > Shopping > Clothing
402-404 St Johns Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 11 minutes from Parasol Unit
Owned by stylist Zoe Lem, My Sugarland is a beautiful vintage shop which sells 1920s dresses alongside catwalk labels like Eley Kishimoto and Armand Basi and ...More
London > Shopping > Clothing
402-404 St Johns Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 11 minutes from Parasol Unit
Owned by stylist Zoe Lem, My Sugarland is a beautiful vintage shop which sells 1920s dresses alongside catwalk labels like Eley Kishimoto and Armand Basi and ...More
William IV
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
7 Shepherdess Walk, Hoxton, London N1 | 2 minutes from Parasol Unit
Off the beaten Old Street track, this surreal and spellbinding pub has obviously won a loyal following within months of opening. The friendly management are keen ...More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
7 Shepherdess Walk, Hoxton, London N1 | 2 minutes from Parasol Unit
Off the beaten Old Street track, this surreal and spellbinding pub has obviously won a loyal following within months of opening. The friendly management are keen ...More
Fifteen London - Trattoria
London > Restaurants > Italian restaurants
15 Westland Place, Hoxton, London N1 | 5 minutes from Parasol Unit
Winner of the UK's Best Dish Awards 2005 for the Best Pasta category....More
London > Restaurants > Italian restaurants
15 Westland Place, Hoxton, London N1 | 5 minutes from Parasol Unit
Winner of the UK's Best Dish Awards 2005 for the Best Pasta category....More
Fish Central
London > Restaurants > Fish and Seafood
149 Central Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 5 minutes from Parasol Unit
Fish & Chips ...More
London > Restaurants > Fish and Seafood
149 Central Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 5 minutes from Parasol Unit
Fish & Chips ...More
City Journalism
London > Education > Professional Training
106 Bunhill Row, City, London EC1Y | 10 minutes from Parasol Unit
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 | 10 minutes from Parasol Unit
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
Workers' Educational Association
London > Education > Evening Classes
4 Luke Street, Shoreditch, London EC2A | 17 minutes from Parasol Unit
National charity for adult learning which also runs an excellent selection of theatre, literature, history and politics evening classes....More
London > Education > Evening Classes
4 Luke Street, Shoreditch, London EC2A | 17 minutes from Parasol Unit
National charity for adult learning which also runs an excellent selection of theatre, literature, history and politics evening classes....More
London Wine Academy
London > Education > Evening Classes
Garden Floor, 6 Coldbath Square, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 19 minutes from Parasol Unit
One day workshops, offering a friendly no-nonsense approach to teaching about wine, suitable for everyone from beginners to experts. Courses take place at the following venues: Atlas PH, ...More
London > Education > Evening Classes
Garden Floor, 6 Coldbath Square, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 19 minutes from Parasol Unit
One day workshops, offering a friendly no-nonsense approach to teaching about wine, suitable for everyone from beginners to experts. Courses take place at the following venues: Atlas PH, ...More
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Circus Space
London > Leisure > Unique Experiences
Coronet Street, Hoxton, London N1 | 13 minutes from Parasol Unit
Circus Space is the UK's premier Circus school, providing a BA Hons degree in Circus Arts, support for professional performers and a range of recreational ...More
London > Leisure > Unique Experiences
Coronet Street, Hoxton, London N1 | 13 minutes from Parasol Unit
Circus Space is the UK's premier Circus school, providing a BA Hons degree in Circus Arts, support for professional performers and a range of recreational ...More
Postman's Park
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
King Edward Street, City, London EC4M | 21 minutes from Parasol Unit
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 | 21 minutes from Parasol Unit
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
William IV
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
7 Shepherdess Walk, Hoxton, London N1 | 2 minutes from Parasol Unit
Off the beaten Old Street track, this surreal and spellbinding pub has obviously won a loyal following within months of opening. The friendly management are keen ...More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
7 Shepherdess Walk, Hoxton, London N1 | 2 minutes from Parasol Unit
Off the beaten Old Street track, this surreal and spellbinding pub has obviously won a loyal following within months of opening. The friendly management are keen ...More
Duke of Cambridge
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
30 St Peter's Street, Islington, London N1 | 7 minutes from Parasol Unit
This pioneering organic pub has done a good job of going gastro without losing the atmosphere of a proper boozer. In part, this is due to ...More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
30 St Peter's Street, Islington, London N1 | 7 minutes from Parasol Unit
This pioneering organic pub has done a good job of going gastro without losing the atmosphere of a proper boozer. In part, this is due to ...More
The Peasant
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
240 St John Street, Clerkenwell, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 11 minutes from Parasol Unit
The Peasant is really two different eateries under one roof. Downstairs is a crowded and cheerful gastropub, with a menu of substantial tapas and platters. Upstairs ...More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
240 St John Street, Clerkenwell, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 11 minutes from Parasol Unit
The Peasant is really two different eateries under one roof. Downstairs is a crowded and cheerful gastropub, with a menu of substantial tapas and platters. Upstairs ...More
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Nightlife near Parasol Unit
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The Nightjar Bar
London > Nightlife > Bars
129-131 City Road, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 9 minutes from Parasol Unit
Live jazz and adventurous signature cocktails in a subterranean speakeasy setting try The Nightjar Bar in Shoreditch. Taking its cue from the illicit anti-Prohibition bars of ...More
London > Nightlife > Bars
129-131 City Road, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 9 minutes from Parasol Unit
Live jazz and adventurous signature cocktails in a subterranean speakeasy setting try The Nightjar Bar in Shoreditch. Taking its cue from the illicit anti-Prohibition bars of ...More
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London Symphony Orchestra St Luke's
London > Business > Venue Hire
161 Old Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 8 minutes from Parasol Unit
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London > Business > Venue Hire
161 Old Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 8 minutes from Parasol Unit
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Sadler's Wells
London > Business > Venue Hire
Rosebery Avenue, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 11 minutes from Parasol Unit
Can accomodate for up to 2070 people....More
London > Business > Venue Hire
Rosebery Avenue, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 11 minutes from Parasol Unit
Can accomodate for up to 2070 people....More
The HAC Grounds
London > Business > Venue Hire
City Road, City, London EC1Y | 14 minutes from Parasol Unit
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London > Business > Venue Hire
City Road, City, London EC1Y | 14 minutes from Parasol Unit
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What's On Today Near Parasol Unit Life Painting: Workshop Exhibitions | Until 28th February 2012 Candid Arts Galleries 11 minutes walk from Parasol Unit ...More Happy New Theatre | Until 24th March 2012 The Old Red Lion Theatre 11 minutes walk from Parasol Unit Celebrities and abandoned brothers Danny and Lyle are about to step out into the big wide world, but their childhood ...More  UMOJA Dance | Until 19th February 2012 Sadler's Wells Theatre 11 minutes walk from Parasol Unit With a company of 30 singers, dancers, marimba players, drummers and musicians, UMOJA is a celebration of South Africa's performing ...More Antonio Gades Company: Fuenteovejuna Dance | Until 16th February 2012 Sadler's Wells Theatre 11 minutes walk from Parasol Unit A presentation of the folk-dance interpretation of the Lope de Vega play, set in 15th-century Andalusia and based on real ...More Pub Quiz Kids Events | Until 28th February 2012 The Old Queen's Head 12 minutes walk from Parasol Unit A traditional quiz....More Dr Sketchy: Anti Valentines Day Special Theatre | On 14th February 2012 The Old Queen's Head 12 minutes walk from Parasol Unit Life drawing class for over 18s featuring burlesque and cabaret stars....More After The Turn Theatre | Until 25th February 2012 The Courtyard Theatre 12 minutes walk from Parasol Unit Interval Productions presents a pop musical about guilt, grief, love and self-discover, featuring the songs of Tim Prottey-Jones. Book by ...More The Godfathers Clubbing and Nightlife | On 14th February 2012 O2 Academy Islington 14 minutes walk from Parasol Unit Resident DJs spin rock'n'roll and retro hits....More Sense And Sensibility Theatre | Until 19th February 2012 Rosemary Branch Theatre 14 minutes walk from Parasol Unit Roger Parsley and Andy Graham's adaptation of the Austen classic tale of love, honour and duty directed by Helen Tennison....More Gary Hume: The Indifferent Owl Exhibitions | Until 25th February 2012 White Cube Hoxton Square 14 minutes walk from Parasol Unit Brightly coloured gloss paintings and sculpture....More 
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