Inkeeping with the intellectual inhabitants of this lovely area, the summer schedule in St John’s Wood is packed full of cultural highlights at the Cockpit Theatre and Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, although sports fans haven’t been forgotten with England v Australia Test Matches at Lords and even a Flying Trapeze School in nearby Regent’s Park!
Regents Park Open Air Theatre
Sunny evenings call for pub gardens and al-fresco culture, so if you’re fond of the theatre or outdoor film screenings make your way to the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre for a packed schedule of brilliant performances at sunset. Highlights this year include Anton Chekov’s The Seagull, screenings of Some Like It Hot and Jaws, and stand-up comedy from funny man Jimmy Carr.
Address: Inner Cir, Westminster NW1 4NU
Phone: 0844 826 4242
Test Matches at Lords – Finished
Cricket fans have got to take a trip to Lords Cricket Ground this summer, and among the many matches being played across July and August, we’ve got our eyes on tickets for the England v Australia 2nd Investec Ashes Test Match on July 16th – 20th. Come on England!
Address: St John’s Wood Rd, London NW8 8QN
Phone: 020 7616 8500
Gorilla Circus Flying Trapeze School
Ever fancied learning how to swing through the trees like a tropical primate? Now is your chance! Gorilla Circus Flying Trapeze School run lessons throughout the summer in Regent’s Park, teaching everyone from complete beginners to swinging experts how to travel through the air and perform a range of tricks. For a real zero-to-hero experience, sign up for the 4 week course – you’ll be king of the (tree) swingers in no time.
Address: Regent’s Park, NW1 4NR
Phone: 0203 287 7179
Cockpit Theatre
Originally opened in 1970, the Cockpit Theatre is a popular fringe theatre located on the southern edge of St John’s Wood. During the summer a range of productions for the Camden Fringe are being performed, as well as renowned Jazz In The Round nights, Grimm Tales, One-Act Plays from Noel Coward and much more, so there’s something to suit every taste.
Address: The Cockpit, Gateforth Street, London NW8 8EH
Phone: 020 7258 2925
Little Venice Cruise with Jason’s Trip
Forget the sweaty tube, sticky buses or always-delayed Overground and see London by boat instead, with one of the regular cruises down Regent’s Canal from Little Venice to Camden Lock, taking in London Zoo and Lord Snowdon’s Aviary along the way. Jason’s Trip runs regular cruises on an 108 year old canal boat, and there’s even a live commentary about the history of the canal on the way.
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