Where can I go for free in London?

Where can I go for free in London?

London is a fantastic city to visit, with countless attractions, activities, and events to suit every taste and budget. However, London can also be quite expensive, especially when it comes to accommodation, transport, and entertainment. That's why staying at Mercure London Paddington Hotel is a smart choice, as it offers comfortable and convenient rooms at affordable prices, near Paddington Station and Hyde Park.

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What is happening in London Hyde Park?

What is happening in London Hyde Park?

Our hotel is close to many of the best events happening in Hyde Park in 2024, and has spacious and stylish rooms that can accommodate up to four people. In this blog post, we will tell you what are some of the best events happening in Hyde Park in 2024, and why Mercure London Paddington Hotel is the perfect place to stay.

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Little Venice Canalway Cavalcade

Little Venice Canalway Cavalcade

The Little Venice Canalway Cavalcade is a colourful canal festival that sees the waterborne homes, restaurant boats and canalside bars dressed-up with magical illuminations and traditional decorations.

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Lightopia, an immersive and visually-dramatic lantern and light festival

Lightopia, an immersive and visually-dramatic lantern and light festival

Lightopia is an exploration of light, movement and form, expressed by beautifully capturing the senses with unique interactive and immersive lights, lanterns, installations and incredible 3D mapping light show, destined to create unforgettable memories and provide alternative family fun.

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London Film Festival

London Film Festival

October 2019 calls out to one of the most awaited events in London! The 63rd BFI London Film Festival - the biggest celebration of international cinema for the past year. The programme is a combination of the most versatile films, finely selected from the Cannes and other major festivals and prestige awards contenders from the famous US Studios.

Opening the festival is Armando Iannucci’s ‘The Personal History of David Copperfield’ starring Dev Patel, Ben Wishaw and Nikki Amuka-Bird.

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WINTER WONDERLAND

WINTER WONDERLAND

London’s largest seasonal celebration returns to Hyde Park this November: now in its twelfth year, 2019’s Winter Wonderland promises to be bigger and better than ever before! With world-class entertainment, unbeatable Christmas markets, fairground rides and scrumptious festive treats, its little wonder this festive extravaganza attracts over three million visitors each year.

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Regent Street Motor Show

Regent Street Motor Show

Regent Street’s Motor Show returns on 2nd November – the largest free motor show in the UK. Showcasing 125 years of motoring history, get up close to veteran, vintage, modern and even futuristic cars!

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Until The Flood

Until The Flood

Theatre-lovers may be mourning the end of this year’s Edinburgh Fringe, but lucky Londoners have the chance to see the best of the summer’s shows. While the Fringe is crammed with shows of every calibre, only a very select few transfer to the capital, so you’re guaranteed exceptional quality.

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Regent Street’s Summer Streets

Regent Street’s Summer Streets

Summer Streets is back! Head down to Regent Street on 18th August or 15th September for a traffic-free festival along this iconic shopping street in the heart of London. This year’s celebrations are particularly monumental because 2019 marks Regent Street’s 200th anniversary: established in 1819 as the first purpose-built shopping street in the capital, Regent Street is now synonymous with London and a world-renowned shopping and dining destination.

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Free outdoor film screening: Bohemian Rhapsody

Free outdoor film screening: Bohemian Rhapsody

Something that never goes out of fashion and is probably one of the most entertaining and rejuvenating experiences is watching films! Ever since a few decades, watching films has been one of the most easiest ways to take a break and enjoy some place outside with a tub of popcorn with your family, your date, or even by yourself.

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Free Lucy May Walker gig on Floating Pocket Park

Free Lucy May Walker gig on Floating Pocket Park

Summertime is gig time! People from all over the city look for new things to do and see. Chilling at the park, going to summer markets, digging into new cafes and restaurants is what we all wait for through the year. 

Thankfully, The London Busking Company has decided to pour us in with free gigs as part of the Summer of Fun Programme of events! The gorgeous Lucy May Walker will be performing at the Floating Pocket Park at the beautiful outdoor venue where deckchairs and blankets will be provided for you to have a comfortable experience. 

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Free Natalie Shay gig on Floating Pocket Park

Free Natalie Shay gig on Floating Pocket Park

On Thursday, the 22nd of August, catch the gorgeous Natalie Shay performing live at the Floating Pocket Park!

The London Busking Company has brought together a number of talented musicians/performers for you to enjoy and experience for free this summer. The venue is well spaced out and comfortable, the ambiance is well lit and pretty with all the evening colours and deckchairs and blankets will be provided for a wholesome experience! 

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Kids’ Week

Kids’ Week

Taking the family to West End theatre can be a pricey excursion – but not during Kids’ Week! Kids’ Week – which is actually kids’ month, running from 1st to 31st August – gives under-16s free tickets to many of London’s top shows, when watching with an adult paying full price.

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Paddington Covers Music Events

Paddington Covers Music Events

PADDINGTON COVERS 2019

Book your tickets now for Paddington Covers 2019, grab your friends and family and get ready to party in the sunshine.

The 2019 line up

Friday 28 June Stevie Wonder, Bon Jovi, Madonna and The Rolling Stones

Friday 26 July Dolly Parton, Elvis, Adele and ABBA

Friday 30 August Bryan Adams, Take That, Ed Sheeren and Queen

BOOK a night stay at Mercure London Paddington to take advantage of all the action. 

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Things to do in London this May Bank Holiday Weekend

Things to do in London this May Bank Holiday Weekend

Enjoy the bank holiday weekend in London, running from 25-27 May 2019, there is plenty to do, from Chelsea Flower Show to the Martini Waterfront pop up in Paddington. 

BOOK NOW and stay at Mercure London Paddington. 

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Easter at the Southbank Centre

Easter at the Southbank Centre

From 6th to 22nd April, the Southbank Centre is being transformed into a hub of free family fun. From top quality family shows to multi-sensory experiences for children, come along and see what everyone is talking about!

BOOK NOW 

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The Royal Albert Hall

The Royal Albert Hall

The Royal Albert is one of the World’s most famous stages and is located right next to Hyde Park. During the year, the Royal Albert Hall hosts around 390 events ranging from opera to dance to tennis so there is something there for everyone to enjoy.

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September Sessions

September Sessions

September Sessions 9th – 15th September

If you’ve been looking to discover some new music for a while now, here’s your chance. For an entire week in Sheldon Square, September sessions will be going on.

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