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Enjoy four fantastic days of music,exhibitions, walks, talks and specialevents for all ages this summer.

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On behalf of the City of London Corporationand the Diocese of London, we are delighted toinvite you to Celebrate the City!

Together with the City’s greatest culturalinstitutions, we are staging a uniqueprogramme of events. Over four very specialdays, visitors will discover a treasure trove ofthe City’s riches – from exhibitions whichshowcase our 2,000-year history, to the world-leading art, architecture and entertainment forwhich London is renowned.

This year, in which we celebrate HM DiamondJubilee and the London 2012 Olympic andParalympic Games – welcoming thousandsmore visitors to our City and nation –we haveworked hard to ensure that the majority ofevents are free so that everyone can enjoy thefun. We owe a great debt of thanks to all ourpartners and the City Bridge Trust for theirgenerous support and contribution.

Read on, explore and enjoy. We look forwardto welcoming you to the City of London.

The Rt Revd & Rt Hon Dr Richard Chartres, Bishop of London

The Rt Hon the Lord Mayor of the City of London, Alderman David Wootton

Patrons of Celebrate the City

Thursday 21 June

See Tchaikovsky performed in the open airCelebrate the City starts with a bang onmidsummer day with a free, open-airperformance of Tchaikovsky’s thunderous1812 Overture (see p24), performed bythe Guildhall School in the historicGuildhall Yard (6-7pm). To get thecrowd warmed up, Music in Officeschoirs will be taking to the stage, withfree themed walks leaving after theevent (7.30pm – see p33).

Watch the sunset from Tower BridgeWhere better to enjoy the London sunsetthan from the high-level walkways of the world-famous Tower Bridge with a glass ofchampagne in hand? Friday’s freeSundowner (6.30pm – see p29) is the perfect end to your action packed day exploring the City.

Friday 22 June


All the fun of the fayreBring all the family to Cheapside today for aline-up of fantastic entertainment (10am-5pm –see p15). There’ll be performances from thelikes of the Roundhouse’s Funk da Cirque, theLondon Children’s Ballet and the Spare TyreSteel Band, free ice cream for children,complimentary luxury pampering from GrangeHotel’s Ajala Spa, stalls to browse, Liverydemonstrations (including dray horse ridesfrom the Brewers’ and a cow being milkedon Milk Street by the Farmers’!), wackyraces and much more. Minutes away atGuildhall there will be a market (see p28) inthe yard with Livery stalls and food totickle your tastebuds. You’ll also havethe chance see inside the majestic600 year-old building itself (see p18)and marvel at treasures includingthe Magna Carta ad aShakespeare First Folio.

A day to remember for all agesToday is your chance to see inside the LordMayor’s incredible home Mansion House(see p18) and celebrate the start of the Cityof London’s Festival 50th anniversary seasonwith a festival service at St Paul’s Cathedral (seep20). Younger audiencesshould head toLeadenhall Market for theOpen House JuniorFestival (see p15) wherechildren are encouragedto become detectives ofarchitecture.


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Art and ExhibitionsCelebrate the City sees over 20 exhibitions (most free entry) open over four days – and with subjects ranging from the Olympics to architecture, Livery companies to Bauhaus, there are shows to suit all tastes.

Olympic Glory and the PoliceJune 21-24 See p9

Butcher, Baker,CandlestickMakerJune 23 24 See p7

Bauhaus: Art as LifeJune 21-24 See p6

At Home with the QueenJune 21-24 See p6


Art and Exhibitions

50cm2Around the City of London

Look out for 100 framed 50cm2 areas on thepavements of the Square Mile which inviteyou to anonymously express your innerthoughts via a QR code or phone number

for collation and display. All day FREE June 21

At Home with the QueenMuseum of London, 150 London Wall EC2Y 5HN Map: C1

Marking the Diamond Jubilee of Elizabeth II isthis photographic display exploring thecapital’s enduring affection for the Queen.Photographs capture Londoners at home

with their Royal paraphernalia.10am-6pm FREE June 21 22 23 24

Bauhaus: Art as LifeBarbican Art Gallery, Silk Street EC2Y 8DS Map: C1

This major show explores the world’smost famous modern art school.From avant-garde arts and craftsbeginnings to a new model unitingart and technology, the Bauhaus’utopian vision sought to changesociety in the aftermath of the FirstWorld War and to find a ‘new wayof life’.

11am-8pm £10 online/£12 on the door June 21 22 23 24

Bonuses, Benefits, Bailouts & Bankruptcy All Hallows by the Tower, Byward Street EC3R 5BJ Map: E3

To tie in with the 350th anniversary of the Book ofCommon Prayer is this display featuring a changingcollection of manuscripts, first edition Bibles and prayer books.9am-5.30pm (21-22); 10am-5pm (23); 1-5pm (24) June 21 22 23 24

Building Crafts College end of year showCarpenters’ Hall, 1 Throgmorton Avenue EC2N 2JJ Map: D1

Come and see the end of year show at Carpenters’Hall, where all craft areas of the company’s collegeare represented.2-4.30pm (21); 10am-4pm (22-23) FREE June 21 22 23

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Art and Exhibitions

Butcher, Baker, Candlestick MakerGuildhall Art Gallery, Guildhall Yard EC2V 5AE Map: D2

This exciting new exhibition (full title Butcher,Baker Candlestick Maker: 850 years of LiveryCompany Treasures) which showcases thecollections held by London’s Livery

companies. Marvel at the splendour of medievalilluminated manuscripts and wonder at the rituals oflivery company dining, as objects reveal the storiesbehind these historic professions. 10am-5pm (23 FREE); 12-4pm (24) £3-5 June 23 24

Cities of the Modern GamesTower Bridge, Tower Bridge Road SE1 2UP Map: F3

Go on a photographic journey from the firstOlympics in Athens to the present day. Thereare interactive family games too.

10am-6pm £8; concs £3.40-£5.60 June 21 22 23 24

Clockmakers’ MuseumGuildhall Library, Aldermanbury EC2V 7HH Map: D1

This curio collection was begun in 1814 and is the oldestcollection specifically of watches and clocks in theworld. 9.30am-5pm (21-23); 10am-5pm (24) June 21 22 23 24

Developing CitiesThe Walbrook Building, Walbrook EC4 Map: D2

The biennial LondonFestival ofArchitecture kicks offwith an impressiveexhibition chartingthe ever-changinghistory of buildings inthe Square Mile.

11am-5.30pm FREE June 21 22 23 24

Elevated Art FairLeadenhall Market, Gracechurch Street EC3M ODN Map: E1

The Elevated Art Fair brings together street and cult art,oil and acrylic paintings, watercolours, architecturalimages, digital art and photography – all direct fromthe artists and commission free. 11am-4pm FREE June 21 22 23


Art and Exhibitions

Gold and the Bank of EnglandBank of England Museum, Bartholomew Lane EC2R 8AH Map: D2

A fascinating exhibition at the historic Bankof England which examines the part goldhas played in the Bank’s long history and theorganisation’s role in relation to gold today.

10am-5pm FREE June 22 23 24

Gold: Power and Allure Goldsmiths’ Hall, Foster Lane EC2V 6BN Map: C2

The Goldsmiths’ Company host the mostcomprehensive exhibition of its kind, a showtelling the story of gold in Britain. On displaywill be over 400 gold items, ranging in date

from 2,500 BC to the present day. 10am-5pm FREE June 21 22 23 24

Great St Helen’s Sculpture SpaceLeadenhall, St Mary Axe, Bishopsgate and Undershaft, EC3 Map: E2

Discover contemporary sculpture bysome big-name artists – includingJulian Opie and Thomas Houseago –in this new public art space aroundLeadenhall.

All day FREE June 21 22 23 24

Great St Helen’s Sculpture SpaceOpen City workshops Leadenhall Market, Gracechurch Street EC3M ODN Map: E2

Take a free tuk-tuk from Cheapside to LeadenhallMarket and help create large-scale art installations inworkshops led by Open-City.10am-5pm FREE June 23

St Lawrence Jewry exhibitionsSt Lawrence Jewry, Guildhall Yard EC2V 5AA Map: D2

There are three exhibitions at the City Corporation’schurch during Celebrate the City – a display of icons inthe Tower and Commonwealth Chapels; a show on theLivery companies to complement Butcher, Baker… atGuildhall Art Gallery exhibition (see p7): and a displayof medals created by the pupils of City of LondonAcademy in Southwark.8am-6pm FREE June 21 22 23 24


Art and Exhibitions

London and the OlympicsMuseum of London, 150 London Wall EC2Y 5HN Map: C1

For this display – which takes a local and globalperspective – visitors are transported back to 1908 and1948, when London previously hosted the Olympics. 10am-6pm FREE June 21 22 23 24

Olympic Glory and the Police City of London Police Museum, Wood Street EC2P 2NQ Map: C1

An exhibition ofOlympic andsporting glory,featuring officersfrom the City ofLondon Police,their triumphs andtheir trophies.Tours take placeevery 30 minutes.

10.30am-4.30pm FREE – booking via 020 7601 2222 /www.citypolicemuseum.org.uk June 21 22 23 24

Our Londinium 2012Museum of London, 150 London Wall EC2Y 5HN Map: C1

Young people have reinvented theRoman London gallery using newpoetry, dramatic films, sculpture,immersive audio-visual displays andobjects from 21st century life,revealing how Londinium still lives on.

10am-6pm FREE June 22 23 24

Stories from the Square Mile Outside on Cheapside, EC2 Map: C2/D2

Fascinating open-air exhibition on the south side ofCheapside exploring some of the lesser-knowncommunities who live and work in the Square Mile. Part ofthe City of London Festival. All day FREE June 23 24

60 Years of British SilverLondon Silver Vaults, 53-64 Chancery Lane WC2A 1QS Map: A1

Selling exhibition to celebrate the silversmiths active inthe reign of Queen Elizabeth II. Features work by StuartDevlin, Gerald Benney, Eric Clements and many more.9am-5.30pm (21-22); 9am-1pm (23) FREE June 22 23

ChurchesAs well as being important places ofworship and reflection, the Citychurches are a rich part of London’sarchitectural heritage. Take theopportunity to explore many of these historic and beautiful oases of peace.

Opening times vary – for times see p38-40.

St Mary-le-BowSee p11

St Lawrence Jewry See p12

St BridesSee p12

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St Helen’s BishopsgateSee p12


Events at City churchesMany churches are also hosting events duringCelebrate the City.

Free entry to St Paul’s for children (see p15)

St Bride’s tour (see p36)

All Hallows by the Tower tour (see p34)

The Pinnacle Ensemble (see p24)

City of London Festival Service (see p20)

Walk: Six churches, one cathedral and a bar (see p36)

Talk: The splendours of the City churches (see p32)

The English Choral Tradition by Ad Libitum (see p24)

St Mary-le-Bow bell ringing (see p20)

London Youth Gospel choir (see p22)

Tower Hill church crawl (see p37)

Song in the City (see p22)

Choral Communion at Temple (see p20)

All Hallows by the Tower Street, Byward Street EC3R 5BJ Map: E3

St Andrew by the Wardrobe Saint Andrew’s Hill EC4V 5DE Map: B2

St Andrew Holborn 5 St Andrew Street EC4A 3AB Map: B1

St Bartholomew the Great West Smithfield EC1A 9DS Map: C1

Entry charge £4

St Bartholomew the Less St Bartholomew’s Hospital, West Smithfield EC1A 7BE Map: C1

St Botolph-without-Aldersgate Aldersgate Street EC1A 4EU Map: C1

Churches


St Botolph without Aldgate Aldgate High Street EC3N 1AB Map: F2

St Botolph without Bishopsgate Bishopsgate EC2M 3TL Map: E1

St Bride’s off Fleet Street EC4Y 8AU Map: B2

St Clement Eastcheap Clements Lane EC4N 7AE Map: D2

St Giles Cripplegateoff Fore Street EC2Y 8DA Map: C1

St Helen’s Bishopsgate Great St Helen’s EC3A 6AT Map: E2

St Katherine Cree 86 Leadenhall Street EC3A 3BP Map: E2

St Lawrence Jewry Gresham Street EC2V 5AA Map: D2

St Magnus the Martyr Lower Thames Street EC3R 6DN Map: D3

St Margaret Lothbury Lothbury EC2R 7HH Map: D2

St Margaret Pattens Rood Lane, Eastcheap EC3M 1HS Map: E2

St Martins-within-Ludgate 40 Ludgate Hill EC4M 7DE Map: B2

St Mary Aldermary Watling Street EC4M 9BW Map: C2

St Mary at Hill Eastcheap EC3R 8EE Map: E3

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St Mary-le-Bow Cheapside EC2V 6AU Map: C2

St Mary Woolnoth Lombard Street EC3V 9AN Map: D2

St Michael Cornhill St Michael’s Alley, Cornhill EC3V 9DS Map: E2

St Olave Hart Street 8 Hart Street EC3R 7NB Map: E2

St Paul’s CathedralSt Paul’s Churchyard EC4M 8AD Map: C2

St Peter CornhillCornhill EC3V 3PD Map: E2

St SepulchreHolborn Viaduct EC1A 2DQ Map: B1

St Stephen Walbrook Walbrook EC4N 8BN Map: D2

St Vedast alias Foster Foster Lane EC2V 6HH Map: C2

Temple Church Entry charge £4 off Fleet Street, Temple EC4Y 7BB Map: A2

Churches

Talks: The splendours of the City churchesSee p32

Music: Choral communion

at Temple See p20

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For the KidsWith free entry to the world-famous St Paul’s Cathedral and complimentaryice cream at the Cheapside Fayre – aswell as a whole host of fun activities –you’ll find plenty to keep kids of allages entertained at Celebrate the City.

For children’s music events see p21-22.

Activities day See p15

Free entry to St Paul’s for children See p15

Open House Junior Festival See p15


Bauhaus by Day, Bauhaus by NightGarden Room, Level 3, Barbican EC2Y 8DS Map: C1

To tie in with the Barbican’s Bauhaus exhibition (see p6) isthis day of festivities, including kite and puppet-makingworkshops and an accessories making class. The evening event (see p6) is 18+ and paid entry.12-6pm FREE June 23

Activities day Guildhall Art Gallery, Guildhall Yard EC2V 5AE Map: D2

Fun activities for all the family, inspired byhistoric crafts and trades. Make badges,bags and baskets, and see some of the rareand curious objects in the Butcher, Baker

exhibition (see p7), which is free entry today10am-5pm FREE June 23

Cheapside Street FayreCheapside and Poultry EC2 Map: C2/D2

Enjoy the fun of the fayre with all the family today asCheapside comes to life with live music, circusperformers, workshops, animals, stalls and – best of allfor children – free ice cream! For the full event listing(see p27). 10am-5pm FREE June 23

Free entry to St Paul’s for childrenSt Paul’s Cathedral St Paul’s Churchyard EC4M 8AD Map: C2

Take the opportunity to bring your family tothe world-famous St Paul’s Cathedral andmarvel at the awe-inspiring interior anddome.

8.30am-4pm (21-22, 24); 8.30-11am (23) FREE for children (adults £14.50) June 21 22 23 24

Great Fire FunMonument, Fish Street Hill EC3R 6DB Map: D3

Climb the 311 spiral stairs of the Monument and take inthe spectacular 360 degree view. There’s an extrasomething special for children this weekend only.9.30am-5.30pm FREE for children (adults £3) June 23 24

Open House Junior FestivalLeadenhall Market, Gracechurch Street EC3M ODN Map: E2

Children aged 6+ are encouraged to becomedetectives of architecture. For full listing see p28.10am-4pm FREE June 23 24

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Livery halls andhistoric buildings Many of the City’s most beautiful andhistoric buildings throw open theirdoors for a short time only, revealingthe myriad splendours that lay inside.

Bank of England Open DoorSee p17

Fishmongers’ Hall See p17

Mansion House See p18


Bank of England Open DoorBank of England Museum, Bartholomew Lane EC2R 8AH Map: D2

Take the opportunity to see inside the partsof the Bank not generally accessible to thepublic on these guided tours which leaveevery 30 minutes.

9am-5pm (last entry 4pm) FREE June 23

Carpenters’ Hall1 Throgmorton Avenue EC2N 2JJ Map: D1

Home to the Carpenters’ Company since1429, the Hall opened in 1960 and is the thirdto stand on the site. Designed as ashowcase for the craft of carpentry, work by

the Company’s College students will be on display aswell as some historic treasures.2-4pm (21); 10am-4pm (22-23) FREE June 21 22 23

Cutlers’ Hall Warwick Lane EC4M 7BR Map: B1

The Cutlers’ Companyreceived its first RoyalCharter from Henry V in 1416and the hall has afascinating history. Visit onSaturday and you’ll see adisplay of fencing skills aswell as the impressive interior.

10am-4pm (tours leave every half an hour – last tour 3pm) FREE June 23

Fishmongers’ Hall London Bridge EC4R 9EL Map: D3

Aptly placed for the Fishmongers on thebanks of the Thames, this Grade I-listedbuilding opens for regular guided tours(30mins, max. 30 people).

Tours leave at 10am, 12pm, 2pm and 4pmFREE – booking required via 020 7626 353 June 23

Georgian Open Day Dr Johnson’s House 17 Gough Square EC4A 3DE Map: B2

The former home of the great dictionarywriter present a Georgian activity day: visitan 18th-century apothecary’s shop, try yourhand at writing with a quill and ink and learn

the language of fans. 11am-5.30pm (last entry 5pm) FREE June 23

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Livery halls and historic buildings

Goldsmiths’ Hall Goldsmiths’ Hall, Foster Lane EC2V 6BN Map: C2

An opportunity to see the beautifulGoldsmiths’ livery hall with its magnificentrooms filled with rare and historic treasures.

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GuildhallGresham Street EC2V 5AE Map: D1

This majestic 600 year-old Guildhall throwsopen its doors – see inside the Great Hall, theLivery Hall, the Gallery, the Old Library, thePrint Room and the Crypts, parts of which

date from the 13th century. Plus, on display in theRoman Amphitheatre is the Magna Carta and otherCity of London treasures.10am-5pm FREE June 23

Mansion House Walbrook EC4N 8BH Map: D2

Take a rare Sunday tour of the imposingresidence of the City of London’s LordMayor, the Mansion House. The historicbuilding, situated at Bank junction, was

designed by George Dance the Elder between 1739and 1752 and still retains its 18th century character, withsuperb plasterwork and wood carving. 9am, 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm FREE– entry is by pre-booked tour only – see website for details June 24

Plaisterers’ Hall One London Wall EC2Y 5JU Map: C1

Take a look around the home of the Plaisterers’ – it’s the largest City livery hall and opened in 1972.Informal tours of the hall and garden (including RomanCity wall) will take place throughout the day.10am-4pm FREE June 23

Vintners’ Hall 68 Upper Thames Street EC4V 3BG Map: C3

A rare chance to see inside this beautiful 17th centuryhall where the Vintners of London have owned a hallsince the 15th century.Tours at 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm FREE - to book please email [email protected] stating which time slot you would like to attend. June 22

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MusicKicking off Celebrate the City is athunderous performance ofTchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture, aperformance which sets the scene for four days of fabulously diverse musical performances.

Midsummer Street Party See p23

Beethoven’s Fifth See p20

Choral communion at Temple See p20

Guildhall artists at the BarbicanSee p20


Music

Beethoven’s FifthBarbican Centre, Silk Street EC2Y 8DS Map: C1

The acclaimed London Symphony Orchestrapresent an open rehearsal of one of theworld’s greatest symphonies, conducted byGianandrea Noseda.

10am FREE to the first 100 bookers of the evening concert – to claim a free open ticket call the Barbican Box Office on 020 7638 8891 and quote ‘Celebrate the City’, along with your ticket booking reference number June 21

Bell ringingSt Mary-le-Bow, Cheapside EC2V 6AU Map: C2

Listen to historic bells of St Mary-le-Bow.2pm June 23

City of London Festival serviceSt Pauls Cathedral EC4M 8AD Map: C2

This special service to mark the opening and50th anniversary of the Festival celebratesthe music of English composer JudithBingham, who has been a regular Festival

presence over the years. Service given by the Bishop ofLondon.11.30am FREE June 24

Choral communion at TempleTemple Church, Temple Place EC4Y 7HL Map: A2

Choral recital in the beautiful TempleChurch. Music includes Organ Voluntary in Dminor (Stanley), Canticles in C (Stanford)and Zadok the Priest (Handel).

11.15am FREE June 24

Diversity Choir ‘Celebrating our Queens’St Andrew Holborn, 5 St Andrew Street EC4A 3AB Map: B1

Hear a programme ofsongs by composersincluding Handel(Zadok the Priest),Parry (I was Glad)and Purcell (Come YeSons of Art).

7.30pm £6-£10 online; £10-£15 on the door June 23

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Gala concertSt Sepulchre-Without-Newgate, Holborn Viaduct EC1A 9DE Map: D2

Gala Concert given by St Martin-in-the-Fields and StChad’s Shrewsbury 6.30pm (the event will be preceded by a reception at 5pm) Tickets: £10 concert; £30 reception June 23

Golden street pianos Various places around the Square Mile

Fancy some tips on tinklingthe ivories? Just turn up atthese popular street pianos– this year painted gold tocelebrate the GoldenJubilee of the City ofLondon Festival – and get amaster class.

1-4pm FREE June 24

Guildhall artists at the BarbicanBarbican Centre, Silk Street EC2Y 8DS Map: C1/D1

Musicians from the famous Guildhall Schooltake to the stage ahead of tonight’s LSOconcert with free performances of acomplementary repertoire: Berg Piano

Sonata op.1, Beethoven Piano Sonata op.109 andMishka Rushdie Momen, piano.6pm FREE June 21

London Symphony Orchestra Barbican Hall, Silk Street EC2Y 8DS Map: C1/D1

Gianandrea Nosedaconducts soprano AngelaDenoke and the LondonSymphony Orchestra inWagner’s Prelude andLiebestod from ‘Tristan undIsolde’.

7.30pm Tickets: £10-£32 June 21

LSO Discovery family concert Barbican Centre, Silk Street EC2Y 8DS Map: C1/D1

Catch this special London Symphony Orchestraconcert especially for families.2.30pm-3.30pm Tickets: £10 adults; £4 under 16s June 24

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Music

LSO Discovery family eventsBarbican Centre Foyer, Silk Street EC2Y 8DS Map: C1/D1

Head to the Barbican foyers for an afternoon of livelymusic-making family events from the London SymphonyOrchestra.1pm FREE June 24

LSO Discovery family workshops Barbican Centre, Silk Street EC2Y 8DS Map: C1/D1

Children aged seven to 12 years old are invited to theBarbican to learn from the London SymphonyOrchestra at these fun workshops.10am-12.30pm Tickets: £5 June 24

London Youth Gospel ChoirSt Margaret Pattens, Rood Lane, Eastcheap EC3M 1HS Map: E2

Step into the church and hear the spectacular voicesof London Youth Gospel Choir.7pm FREE June 22

Lunchtime organ recitalAll Hallows by the Tower, Byward Street EC3R 5BJ Map: E3

Hear a lunchtime organ recital at All Hallows the oldestchurch in the City of London.1pm FREE June 21

REMIX@SpitalfieldsOld Spitalfields Market, Brushfield Street E1 6AA Map: F1

Culmination of a nationaleducation project featuring worksby Handel, Purcell, Biber andTelemann performed by theOrchestra of the Age ofEnlightenment

6-7.15pm FREE June 22

Song in the CitySt Botolph-without-Bishopsgate EC2M 3TL Map: E1

The church hall comes alive with the sound of music aspart of the ‘Song in the City’ programme. GuildhallSchool students will be giving open rehearsals andperformances and choirs will be singing. 12-5pm June 23


Music

Soundhub Showcase Concert Jerwood Hall, Barbican, Silk Street EC2Y 8DS Map: C1/D1

See emerging composers showcase works developedat LSO St Luke’s as part of Soundhub, the LSO’s newcomposers’ scheme. 7.30pm Tickets: £5-£7 To book call Barbican Box Office 0207 638 9981 June 22

Spitalfields Music Summer Festival Finale – FireBishops Square, E1 6AA Map: F1

Celebrate the end of the annual SpitalfieldsFestival with the London premiere of DavidBruce’s new work featuring the GabrieliConsort and fire artists The World Famous.

9pm FREE June 23

Midsummer Street PartyOld Spitalfields Market, Brushfield Street E1 6AA Map: F1

This Spitalfields MusicSummer Festivalcelebration featuresstorytelling, music-making, familyworkshops, walks, talksand more. Lighting upthe main stage will beperformers ranging fromTalvin Singh to localschools; there will be mini

music and dance performances; a storytelling tent;family workshops; arts and crafts exhibitions; visits fromthe animals from Spitalfields City farm; gardeningworkshops; and much more.12-5.30pm FREE June 23

Summer concertSt Bride’s, off Fleet Street EC4Y 8AU Map: A2

These summer concerts at St Bride’s havebecome the highlight of the church’scalendar, featuring musicians who work forfirms within the local area.

7pm Tickets: £10-£15 June 21


Music

Launch event: Tchaikovsky’s 1812 OvertureGuildhall Yard Map: D2

Celebrate the City’s unmissable launch event. For full details see p27.6pm FREE June 21

The English Choral Tradition by Ad LibitumSt Mary-le-Bow, Cheapside EC2V 6AU Map: C2

The Ad Libitum chamber choir give a specialperformance in St Mary le Bow church,home of the famous Bow Bells.

4pm Tickets: £10 (including wine reception after) June 24

The Esterhazy SingersSt Sepulchre-Without-Newgate, Holborn Viaduct EC1A 9DE Map: B1

Amateur City of London-based choir theEsterhazy Singers perform a concert in thisancient church. To book call 07958 688 422or email [email protected]

or visit www.esterhazysingers.com 7pm Tickets: £10 advance, £12 on the door June 22

The Magic FluteSt Sepulchre-Without-Newgate, Holborn Viaduct EC1A 9DE Map: B1

Regents Opera give a staged performanceof Mozart’s Magic Flute. Book atwww.ticketsource.co.uk/regentsopera or bypost with cheque made payable to Regents

Opera Ltd and sent to Regents Opera, 82 BalcombeStreet NW1 6NE with name.7.30pm Tickets: £15-35 June 21

The Pinnacle Ensemble St Martins-within-Ludgate, 40 Ludgate Hill EC4M 7DE Map: B2

Special performancefrom this professionalensemble of singers andinstrumentalistscelebrating 450 years ofBritish composers.

6pm Tickets: £10; concs £8 June 22

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Special EventsFancy seeing the sunset from TowerBridge whilst supping champagne?How about watching Tchaikovsky’s1812 Overture in Guildhall Yard, orenjoying free luxury pampering at theCheapside Fayre? Then read on...

Bauhaus by Day, Bauhaus by NightSee p26

Sundowner atTower BridgeSee p29

Film: Big screenSee p26

Cheapside Street FayreSee p29


Special Events

Bauhaus by Day, Bauhaus by NightGarden Room, Level 3, Barbican, Silk Street EC2Y 8DS Map: C1/D1

All day event to tie in with the Barbican’sBauhaus exhibition (see p6), inspired by thejoyous spirit of the movement. The freedaytime festivities are family-focused and

include workshops on making kites, puppets andaccessories. Then in the evening (paid entry – 18+),entertainment begins with the lecture demonstrationPlay Bauhaus – Jam Out by Torsten Blume (director ofthe Bauhaus Stage in Dessau) and dancer Yun-JuChen, followed by the Barbican’s first ever costumeparty. Bauhaus by Day 7pm-midnight FREE; Bauhaus by Night 12-6pm Tickets: £8 advance / £10 on the door June 23

Film: Big screenBroadgate Circus EC2M 2BN Map: E1

Relax in front of the bigscreen and enjoy somecaptivating historicfootage of the City ofLondon sourced from theLondon MetropolitanArchives. Subjectsinclude Green Islandsand The Living City.

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Bike WeekSt Pauls Cathedral Churchyard EC4M 8AD Map: C2

Ever thought of cycling in London? Gethandy tips, free lessons and other essentialcycling information. If you have a bike, bringit along for a free tune up with Dr Bike.

Whole Foods Market will also be on hand giving outfree healthy treats. 12-3pm FREE June 21

Bishopsgate Institute Open Day230 Bishopsgate EC2M 4QH Map: E1

Head to this revamped cultural institution byLiverpool Street Station for a day of freetalks, discussions, tours, music and courses(some activities in partnership with

Spitalfields Music Festival).10am-5pm FREE June 23


Celebrate the City launch event –Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture Guildhall Yard, off Gresham Street EC2V 5AE Map: D1

Don’t miss the opening night of Celebratethe City which sees a spectacularperformance in Guildhall Yard. In a one-offspecial event, students of the famous

Guildhall School of Music & Drama play Tchaikovsky’sdramatic 1812 Overture in the shadow of the 600 year-old Guildhall with the Lord Mayor ofthe City of London in attendance. The evening’s celebration will start with achoral performance in collaboration with Music in Offices and renownedconductor Richard Frostick. Not to be missed!6-7pm FREE June 21

Cheapside Street FayreCheapside and Poultry, EC2 Map: C2/D2

Make sure you’re a part of this action-packed day for all the family. There’s awhole host of events – from live music anddance, to luxury pampering and wackyraces. Highlights include:

■ A stage showcasing acts supported by the City Bridge Trust including the Hoxton Singers, the London Children’s Ballet, Roundhouse Funk daCirque, the Spare Tyre Street Band and the London Irish Pensioners Choir

■ Livery company demonstrations including dray horserides from the Brewers’, cow milking from the Farmers’and horse-shoeing from the Farriers’

■ Fun sporting competitions and Zumba from Golden Lane Sport & Fitness

■ FREE ice-cream and face-painting for children■ Luxury Ajala Spa massages and manicures

compliments of Grange St Paul’s Hotel■ Music at One New Change shopping centre■ A City of London Festival

Golden Street Piano (see p21)■ And much much more!10am-5pm FREE June 23

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Guildhall MarketGuildhall Yard, Gresham Street EC2 Map: D2

Tickle your tastebuds and browse Livery stallsat this one-off market in the historic GuildhallYard.

10am-5pm FREE June 23

Open House Junior FestivalLeadenhall Market – running through to 24 June Map: E1

Children aged 6+ are encouraged tobecome detectives of architecture,‘Architectives’, and explore buildings andspaces in this safe and stimulating

environment. Tours, DIY activities, competitions andworkshops will be run by city workers, architects andengineers working on projects within the Square Mile, aswell as by teenagers. 10am-4pm FREE June 23 24

Dance: Please Visit the Churchyard St Vedast Church, Foster Lane EC2V 6HH Map: C2

Choreographer Lizzi Kew Ross and theWithout Warning Company present a soundand movement installation reflecting thepassage of time and passing of us all.

Performances at 11am; 12noon; 1pm; 2pm; 3pm FREE June 23

Poetry: Pop up poetryCheapside, St Pauls, Mansion House Map: C1/D

Enjoy a series of site-specificpoetry readings at variouslocations significant to thegreat poet John Keats, aformer City resident. Givenby Keats House, sites includeSt Paul’s Cathedral, MansionHouse and the place whereJohn Keats lodged with hisbrothers in 1817.

11am (meet at St Paul’s Cathedral); 12noon (meet on Cheapsideoutside Boots); 2pm (meet at Royal Exchange); 3pm (meet St Mary-le-Bow church, Cheapside) June 23

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Sundowner at Tower BridgeTower Bridge SE1 2UP Map: F3

Where better to watch thesun setting than from theworld’s most famous bridgewith a glass or two of

champagne? Join us on the highlevel walkways for whatpromises to be an eveningto remember.

6.30-9.30pm FREE (cash bar) June 22

Dance: The BridgeMillennium Bridge EC4 Map: C3

Come and watch – and interact with – thisline of dancers as they perform a routine bychoreographer Janine Harrington onLondon’s famous ‘wobbly bridge’, which

leads from the Tate Modern to St Paul’s. Performances at 2pm, 4pm, 6pm and 8pm FREE June 23

Tower Bridge lights up!Tower Bridge SE1 2UP Map: F3

Don’t miss thisfantasticopportunity tocatch the highly-anticipated newlighting scheme atTower Bridge. Itpromises to be trulyspectacular.

9.30-10.30pm FREE June 22

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TalksThe Square Mile is a City steeped inhistory and heritage. Learn moreabout this fascinating place – andplenty more besides – at one of thesemany and diverse talks. And best ofall, most of them are free!

All talks take place at Guildhall Library, 5 Aldermanbury EC2V 7HH. All are FREEand no booking is necessary.

Badger ham & stewed sparrows See p31

The Everyday Heroes of Postman’s ParkSee p31

Worshipful Company of Playing CardsSee p32

The splendours of the City churchesSee p32


Badger ham & stewed sparrows: a curious history of English food

Dr Peter Ross presents a history of some ofthe more extraordinary recipes to be found inGuildhall Library’s cookery book collection –the largest of its kind in any UK public library.

12-1pm June 23

East India CompanyTim Kidd, City Guide, explores links betweenthe City and the East India Company in thisfascinating talk. The company was formedfor pursuing trade with the East Indies but

ended up trading mainly with the Indian subcontinent.3-4pm June 23

Hiss the Villain:Dirty Doings in the Square Mile

Join Pete Smith, CityGuide, as heuncovers the lesssalubrious stories ofthe Square Mile

1.30-2.30pm June 23

The Everyday Heroes of Postman’s ParkThe Watts Memorial in Postman’s Park is anevocative example of how the past survivesin the modern world. Learn more about thefifty-four tablets dedicated to individuals

who lost their lives attempting to save another with DrJohn Price from Kings College London. 12-1pm June 24

The sartorial City: from ceremonial garb to street wear through the ages’From ceremonial garb to street wear through the ages,Sue King, Chairman of the City of London GuideLecturers Association, discusses the history of clothes inthe Square Mile.3pm June 21

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The splendours of the City churchesTony Tucker, City Guide, lecturerand author of The Visitor’s Guideto the City of London Churchesfocuses this talk on the City’schurches.

10.30-11.30am June 24

This is Wren: the classical, the Baroqueand the City of London churchesTony Tucker, City Guide, lecturer and author of TheVisitor’s Guide to the City of London Churches talks usthrough Wren’s life and career as a scientist,astronomer and architect.3pm June 24

Tired of London, tired of lifeDr Samuel Johnson was one of the mostdistinguished literary figures in English history.This illustrated talk by Morwenna Rae,Deputy Curator and Education Officer at

Dr Johnson’s House, provides a fascinating insight intothe man behind the Dictionary.1.30-2.30pm June 24

Worshipful Company of Playing Cards and its collections.

Join Yasha Beresinger, CityGuide, on a fascinatinglook at one of the earlyTrade Guilds in the City ofLondon

10:30-11:30am June 23

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Walks and ToursWithout a doubt the best way to seethe City is on foot. Enjoy guidedtours of historic buildings and walksthrough the City’s fascinating streets.

Barbican walkSee p34

Keats in theCity walk See p35

Robes, ritualsand richesSee p36

Maths in the CitySee p35


Walks and Tours

Art Tours at INGING, 60 London Wall EC2M 5TQArt lovers should not miss this tour exploring ING’s UK ArtCollection including works by LS Lowry, Sir ThomasLawrence, Samuel Palmer and Stanley Spencer.1pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm to book email [email protected] June 23 24

All Hallows by the Tower tourByward Street EC3R 5BJ Map: E3

Take a tour of this historic church based justby the Tower of London – reputedly theoldest in the City – which examines itsheritage.

2pm FREE June 21 22 23 24

Barbican walkAdvance box office, Barbican, Silk Street EC2Y 8DS Map: C1/D1

The Barbican Centre – a shining example ofBrutalist architecture and ‘utopian living’ –has long been a source of amazement andinspiration as well as controversy. This tour will

reveal some of its fascinating history.1pm and 4pm FREE – booking in advance is advised via 020 7638 8891 June 23 24

Buried treasure: silver in the CityChancery Lane Tube Station High Holborn WC1V 6DR Map: A1

Follow the trail of the City of London's role in the silverstory of Britain from Roman times to the 20th century. 2pm FREE – to book email [email protected] stating day, walk title, time and number of attendees. Maximum two bookings per adult. June 21 22 23 24

For art’s sake*Guildhall Yard, off Gresham Street EC2V 5AE Map: D2

An artistic tour which will delight the senses of art lovers.12.20pm and 3.30pm FREE – to book email [email protected] day, walk title, time and number of attendees.Maximum two bookings per adult. June 23 24

Guildhall Library tour 5 Aldermanbury EC2V 7HH Map: D1

A behind-the-scenes tour of this impressive archive – a chance to see where the collection is kept and howit is retrieved.10.30, 12noon and 2pm (though library is open 10am-5pm) FREE – must book in advance via 020 7332 1177/1861 June 23 24


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Keats in the City walk Moorgate tube station (exit Moorgate east side by NatWest, opposite Café Nero) EC2Y 9AE Map: D1

This walk explores parts of London whereKeats (the ‘cockney poet’) lived andstudied. Starting at Keats birthplace inMoorgate, it weaves through the streets to

Cheapside, to Apothecaries’ Hall and along the river,crossing the Thames to finish by the Keats memorialstatue at Guys Hospital. 11.30am FREE – book via Keats House on 020 7332 3868 June 23 24

Maths in the CityCity Information Centre, St Paul's Churchyard EC4M 8BX Map: C2

Our cities are filled withbuildings, roads, cars,buses, trains, bikes,parks and gardens.They are crisscrossedwith power, water,sewage and transportsystems. Hear themathematics behindthese developments.

11am and 1pm FREE June 23

Poets, playwrights and publishing*Guildhall Yard, off Gresham Street EC2V 5AE Map: D2

From Dickens and Dr Johnson to the formerpublishing powerhouse that was Fleet Street,discover the City’s literary history.

1pm and 4.30pm FREE – to book email [email protected] day, walk title, time and number of attendees. Maximum two bookings per adult. June 23

Reach for the skyGuildhall Yard, off Gresham Street EC2V 5AE (21)Leadenhall Market, Gracechurch Street EC3M ODN (22)

A melting pot of ambitious modern structuresand ancient buildings, this walk is a must forarchitecture fans.

7.30pm (21); 5pm (22) FREE - to book email [email protected] day, walk title, time and number of attendees. Maximum two bookings per adult. June 21 22


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Robes, rituals and richesStarts: Guildhall Yard, Gresham Street EC2 Map: D2

Discover the history and practices of theCity’s famous medieval livery companies.

12.40pm and 4pm FREE – to book email [email protected] day, walk title, time and number of attendees. Maximum two bookings per adult. June 23 24

Six churches, one cathedral and a barGuildhall Yard, off Gresham Street EC2V 5AE Map: D2

The legacy of the man who rebuilt the Cityafter the Great Fire of 1666 – Sir ChristopherWren – is examined on this walking tour.

10.30am and 1.40pm FREE – to book email [email protected] day, walk title, time and number of attendees. Maximum two bookings per adult. June 23 24

Something old, something newGuildhall Yard, off Gresham Street EC2V 5AE Map: D2

The City is a melting pot of old and new structures andthis tour shows off the contrasting architecture of theSquare Mile. 11.30am and 2.30pm FREE – to book email [email protected] day, walk title, time and number of attendees. Maximum two bookings per adult. June 23 24

St Bride’s tourFleet Street EC4Y 8AU Map: B2

This 60-90 minute tour of the famous‘journalists’ church, St Bride’s (with a steeplethat’s the inspiration for the wedding cake)takes in the church floor and the crypt. It

also visits the famous Charnel House.2pm FREE June 21 22 23 24

The public face of artGuildhall Yard, off Gresham Street EC2V 5AE (21)Bank junction EC3V 3LA (22)

Around almost every street corner in the Cityyou’ll find a piece of public sculpture – thistour leads you here and explains how artenhances the Square Mile.

7.15pm (21); 5pm (22) FREE – to book email [email protected] day, walk title, time and number of attendees. Maximum two bookings per adult. June 21 22


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Two thousand years and a Square Mile in ninety minutesGuildhall Yard, off Gresham Street EC2V 5AE Map: D2

Discover the history of the hidden City of London.11am and 2pm FREE June 23 24

The sights and sites of Roman London Museum of London, 150 London Wall EC2Y 5HN Map: C1

Through visits to the Roman amphitheatre, military fort and Temple of Mithras, this walking tour exploreshow London’s first residents would work, rest and play.To book tickets call 020 7001 9844 or visitwww.museumoflondon.org.uk/events11am Tickets: £10 – to book call 020 7001 9844 or visit www.museumoflondon.org.uk/events June 23

The blooming CityGuildhall Yard, off Gresham Street EC2V 5AE Map: D2

There are around 200 gardens and plazasdotted around the Square Mile – discoverthese oases of calm.

7.30pm (21); 5pm (22); 12pm & 3pm (23-24) FREE – to book [email protected] stating day, walk title, time and number ofattendees. Maximum two bookings per adult. June 21 22 23 24

Tower Hill church crawlSt Olave's, 8 Hart Street EC3R 7NB Map: E2

A two-hour walking tour taking in five City churches.Hear the history, sing a hymn or pray for loved one.10.30am Tickets:£10 June 23

What the Dickens!Starts: Guildhall Yard Map: D2

Follow in the footsteps of CharlesDickens through the alleys of theCity: his ‘magic lantern’ ofinspiration.

10am and 1.20pm FREE June 23 24

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Art & ExhibitionsOlympic Glory and the Police City of London Police MuseumCities of Modern Games Tower BridgeLivery, Founders and Icon exhibitions St Lawrence JewryLondon and the Olympics Museum of LondonBauhaus: Art as Life Barbican Art GalleryAt Home with the Queen Museum of LondonGold: Power and Allure Goldsmiths' HallOur Londinium 2012 Museum of LondonStories from the Square Mile CheapsideGold and the Bank of England Bank of England MuseumClockmakers' Museum Guildhall LibraryButcher, Baker, Candlestick Maker... Guildhall Art GalleryThe Developing City The Walbrook BuildingBuilding Crafts college end of year show Carpenters' HallGreat St Helen's Sculpture Space50cm2 Square Mile pavementsBonuses, Benefits, Bailouts and Bankrupcy… All Hallows by the TowerPost War Winners... London Silver VaultsElevated Art Fair Leadenhall Market

ChurchesSt Paul's CathedralAll Hallows by the TowerSt Andrew HolbornSt Andrew by the WardrobeSt Bartholomew the GreatSt Bartholomew the LessSt Botolph AldersgateSt Botolph AldgateSt Botolph BishopsgateSt Bride Fleet StreetSt Clement EastcheapSt Giles CripplegateSt Helens BishopsgateSt Katherine CreeSt Lawrence JewrySt Magnus the MartyrSt Margaret LothburySt Margaret PattensSt Martin Ludgate

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For the KidsOpen House Junior Festival Leadenhall MarketFree entry children St Paul's CathedralOpen city workshop Leadenhall MarketCheapside Street Fayre CheapsideGreat Fire Fun MonumentBauhaus by Day, Bauhaus by Night Barbican

Livery Halls & Historic BuildingsPlaisterers HallCarpenters HallVintners HallCutlers HallFishmongers HallGoldsmiths HallSundowner Tower BridgeTower Bridge Lighting Tower BridgeGuildhallSt Paul's CathedralOpen Door Bank of England MuseumGeorgian open day Dr Johnson's HouseMansion House

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The Magic Flute St SepulchreREMIX@Spitalfields SpitalfieldsSpitalfields Music Summer Festival Final - Fire SpitalfieldsMidsummer street party SpitalfieldsThe Pinnacle Ensemble St Martin LudgateEsterhazy Singers St SepulchreDiversity Choir St Andrew HolbornGala Concert St SepulchreGolden Street Pianos various locationsLSO Discovery Family Workshops Barbican CentreLSO Discovery Family Events Barbican CentreLSO Discovery Family Concert Barbican CentreThe English Choral Tradition St Mary-le-BowOpen Rehearsal St SepulchreChoral communion Temple ChurchSong in the City St Botolph without BishopsgateLSO Beethoven's symphony concert Barbican CentreSoundhub Showcase Concert Barbican CentreTchaikovsky's 1812 Overture Guildhall YardCheapside Street Fayre CheapsideOpera St Dunstans in the East London Youth Gopsel Choir St Margaret Pattens

Special EventsLaunch event Guildhall YardSundowner Tower Bridge(Tower Bridge lighting Tower BridgeCheapside Street Fayre CheapsideBauhaus by Day, Bauhaus by Night Barbican CentreBike week event St Pauls Cathedral ChurchyardMidsummer Street Party SpitalfieldsGuildhall Market GuildhallCity of London Festival Service St Paul's CathedralDance: Please Visit the Churchyard St VedastDance: The Bridge Millennium BridgeFilm: Big Screen Broadgate CircusPoetry: Keats in the City walk Moorgate Tube StationPoetry: Pop up Poetry Cheapside; St Paul's; Mansion House

TalksThe sartorial City Guildhall LibraryWorshipful company of Playing Cards Guildhall LibraryCurious history of English food Guildhall LibraryHiss the villain Guildhall LibraryEast India Company Guildhall LibraryThe splendours of the City churches Guildhall Library

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The everyday heroes of Postman's Park Guildhall LibraryTired of London, tired of life Guildhall LibraryThis is Wren: the Ccassical, the Baroque… Guildhall LibraryBishopsgate Institute open day Bishopsgate Institute

Walks & ToursAll Hallows by the Tower tourOpen Door Bank of England MuseumGuildhall Library tourSt Mary-le-Bow tourMansion House tourExplore Barbican Barbican CentreBarbican tourING Art Tour INGThe public face of art GuildhallThe public face of art Bank junctionReach for the sky Leadenhall MarketReach for the sky GuildhallThe blooming City Guildhall YardKeats in the City Moorgate Tube StationMaths in the City City Information CentreWhat the Dickens Guildhall YardSix churches, one cathedral and a bar Guildhall YardTwo thousand years and the Square Mile Guildhall YardSomething old, something new Guildhall YardFor arts sake Guildhall YardRobes, rituals and riches Guildhall YardPoets, playwrights and publishing Guildhall YardTower Hill church crawl St Olave'sThe sights and sites of Roman London Museum of LondonSt Bride's tourBuried treasure: silver in the City Chancery Lane Tube

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1 All Hallows by the Tower E3

2 Bank of England Museum D2

3 Barbican Centre C1

4 Bishopsgate Institute E1

5 Broadgate Circus E1

6 CarpentersÆ Hall D1

7 Chancery Lane Tube station A1

8 Cheapside D2

9 City Information Centre C2

10 City of London Police Museum C1

11 Clockmakers’ Museum D1

12 Cutlers’ Hall B1

13 Dr Johnson’s House B2

14 Fishmongers’ Hall D3

15 Goldsmiths’ Hall C1

16 Great St Helen’s Sculpture Space E2

17 Guildhall D1

18 Guildhall Art Gallery D2

19 Guildhall Library D1

20 Guildhall Yard D2

21 Leadenhall Market E1

22 London Silver Vaults A1

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23 Mansion House D2

24 Millennium Bridge C3

25 Monument D3

26 Moorgate Tube station D1

27 Museum of London C1

28 Old Spitalfields Market F1

29 Plaisterers’ Hall C1

30 St Andrew by the Wardrobe B2

31 St Andrew Holborn B1

32 St Bartholomew the Great C1

33 St Bartholomew the Less C1

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35 St Botolph without Aldgate F2

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37 St Bride’s B2

38 St Clement Eastcheap D2

39 St Giles Cripplegate C1

40 St Helen’s Bishopsgate E2

41 St Katherine Cree E2

42 St Lawrence Jewry D2

43 St Magnus the Martyr D3

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46 St Martin within Ludgate B2

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48 St Mary at Hill E3

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51 St Michael Cornhill E2

52 St Olave Hart Street E2

53 St Paul’s Cathedral C2

54 St Peter Cornhill E2

55 St Sepulchre B1

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57 St Vedast alias Foster C2

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Celebrate the City is a joint collaboration between theCity’s arts partners, attractions, livery companies,churches, retail and hotels. It is promoted by the City ofLondon Corporation and the Diocese of London withgenerous support from the City Bridge Trust.

Aleconners’ CompanyAll Hallows by the TowerArt Scholars’, Dealers’ and

Collectors’ CompanyBank of England MuseumBarbican Centre Bike WeekBishopsgate InstituteBowyers’ CompanyBrewers’ CompanyBroadgate Carpenters’ HallCheapside InitiativeCity Bridge TrustCity of London FestivalCity of London Guide

Lecturers Association City of London Police MuseumClockmakers’ MuseumCutlers’ HallDr Johnson’s HouseFarmers’ CompanyFarriers’ CompanyFirefighters’ CompanyFishmongers’ HallFletchers’ CompanyGardeners’ CompanyGolden Lane Sport & FitnessGoldsmiths’ HallGrange HotelsGreat St Helen’s Sculpture SpaceGuildhall Guildhall Art GalleryGuildhall LibraryGuildhall School of

Music & DramaHackney Carriage DriversINGJanine Harrigton Keats HouseLaura BurwoodLeadenhall MarketLizzi Kew Ross & Without

Warning Company London Festival of Architecture London Metropolitan Archive

London Silver VaultsLondon Symphony OrchestraLondon Youth Gopsel Choir Mansion HouseMonumentMuseum of LondonMusic in OfficesOne New ChangeOpen House Junior FestivalOxford UniversityPlaisterers’ HallPlaying Card Makers’ CompanyRoyal ExchangeSpitalfields Music Summer FestivalSt Andrew by the WardrobeSt Andrew HolbornSt Bartholomew the GreatSt Bartholomew the LessSt Botoloph BishopsgateSt Botolph-without-AldersgateSt Botolph AldgateSt Bride’sSt Clement EastcheapSt Giles CripplegateSt Helen’s BishopsgateSt John AmbulanceSt Katherine CreeSt Lawrence JewrySt Magnus the MartyrSt Margaret LothburySt Margaret PattensSt Martin LudgateSt Mary AldermarySt Mary at HillSt Mary WoolnothSt Mary-le-BowSt Olave’sSt Paul’s CathedralSt SepulchreSt Stephen WalbrookSt VedastTemple Church Tower BridgeVeloroseVintners’ Hall

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livery companies, churches, retailand hotels. It is promoted by theCity of London Corporation and

the Diocese of London withgenerous support from the CityBridge Trust. For a list of partners

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