3 Jun - 5 Sep 2010 Somerset House
Choosing anonymity so his creations can speak for themselves, Belgian fashion designer Margiela's outsize clothes and use of recycled materials opposed the 1980s' power dressing. Maison Martin Margiela '20' The Exhibition at Somerset House honours 20 years of his work. More
3 Jun 2010 (monthly) Vinopolis
If you're more of an expert cocktail drinker than a shaker, then here's your chance to become a star mixologist. If you don't even know what that means, Vinopolis offers Cocktail-Mixing Masterclasses on the first Thursday of every month. More
Dec 2010 (annual) ExCeL London
At ExCel London's Taste of Christmas, top chefs and artisan food producers present seasonal goodies to the hungry public. Quality restaurants also offer a taste of their seasonal menus. Buy fine food, watch cookery demos and participate in wine tastings. More
Dec 2010 (annual) The 20th Century Theatre
Floaty creations are cut down to cost price for the Ghost Winter Warehouse Sale at Westbourne Grove's 20th Century Theatre. The clothes are comfortable to wear, you can throw them into the washing machine and they don't need ironing! More
Feb 2011 (annual) Earls Court Exhibition Centre The Times presents the UK's largest consumer travel show at Earls Court Exhibition Centre. Discover river cruising, city breaks, beach holidays, wine-tasting trips, family safaris and even husky-sledging at Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show. More
Sep 2010 (various dates) Kensington Town Hall
Find antique and modern bears for sale, teddy bear books, clothes and best-dressed bear competitions in Kensington Town Hall at the bi-annual Hugglets Teddy Bear Festival. Teddies is the September event and the Winter BearFest takes place in February. More
Sep 2010 (annual) Regent Street
London's elegant Regent Street becomes traffic-free for a musical and theatrical extravaganza on one day only. Catch the live music, whizz round on the carousels, watch street entertainers and bag discounts in the shops at the annual Regent Street Festival. More
Sep 2010 (annual) Somerset House
The London Fashion Weekend runs for four days after the trade-only Fashion Week shows finish, offering a rare chance to buy designerwear at trade prices. Thousands head to Somerset House in the hope of picking up a bargain. More