Do something different this Christmas

Christmas Star Party

The Christmas star party at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich offers a unique festive experience for families. The programme includes Christmas Stars planetarium show, a chance to look at the Moon through a gigantic telescope, an opportunity to use small telescopes in the Meridian Courtyard and time to stand on the Prime Meridian of the world and take in the amazing view. This includes hot chocolate, mulled wine, mince pies and other festive treats while in the courtyard. Christmas attire or accessories are a must for adults and children alike.

Please note: If adverse weather conditions prevent viewing through the telescopes, an alternative programme will be offered. We are not able to offer refunds under such circumstances.

Location:Royal Observatory Greenwich; Courtyard; 28-inch Telescope; Planetarium

Who's it for?: Family (over-5s); Adults; Young people

Dates:17th Dec 2010 - 18th Dec 2010

Times:17.25, 17.30, 18.45, 18.50

Fee:£20: per person  £70: family ticket*

Event type: The Royal Observatory in Greenwich

Booking: Booking required. Debit / Credit Card only

Online: www.nmm.ac.uk/tickets

(Tel: 020 8312 6608)

The Bookings office is open 10.00-16.00

* Family ticket = 2 adults, 2 children OR 1 adult, 3 children.

MILITARY BAND PLAN LOCAL CAROL CONCERT

Residents of south east London and north east Kent can soon get well and truly into the Christmas spirit with a festive carol concert featuring the renowned Royal Artillery Orchestra. The concert on the evening of Saturday 18 December will take place in the atmospheric setting of Firepower The Royal Artillery Museum in the historic Royal Arsenal, Woolwich. Traditional Christmas carols will be performed and the audience will be welcome to join in or just listen and enjoy the festive entertainment.

The concert will start at 7pm, tickets cost £5 seated, £3 standing and can be pre-booked on 0208 312 7123. The concert will last about 90 minutes and the Museum Cafe Bistro will be open afterwards for seasonal treats and supper - reservations can be made.

Firepower, The Royal Artillery Museum, Royal Arsenal, Woolwich, SE18 6ST

Greenwich Market's Christmas News

Greenwich Market open 7 days a week

London’s famous Greenwich Market will be open 7 days a week through to 31 December. 150 Christmas-themed stalls will offer unique hand crafted and designed gift ideas and stocking-fillers, handmade jewellery, fashion and beauty treats as well as food and drink of a festive nature. Remember to visit the special St Alfege Market (by the church) open 7 days a week too.

Father Christmas arrives in SE10

Visit Father Christmas in his Grotto at 5a Greenwich Market every Saturday and Sunday this Christmas. His funny elf will treat the children to lots of magic and balloon fun while they wait their turn to talk to Santa and collect their Christmas gift bag.
12.30 pm to 5.30pm daily – Saturdays and Sundays - 27 and 28 November, 4 and 5, 11 and 12, 18 and 19 December. £4 a visit.