THE IDEAL HOMES SHOW
20th March – 5th April, Earls Court, London
Over 100 years ago the first Ideal Home Exhibition took place in London and the event is now the largest Home Show in the world. The new-look Ideal Home Show explores the world of home interiors and style with a new inspiring and entertaining show format.   Visit the Ideal Home Show to see the latest innovations for homes of the future or get inspiration for your next DIY project.  You will find fresh ideas on furnishings and decorations and can also see your cooking heroes in action in the Celebrity Chef Theatre! There is something for the whole family,  all under one roof.  The 2010 Ideal Home Show takes place from 20th March to 5th April at Earls Court Exhibition Centre.
Visit www.idealhomesshow.co.uk for more information
 
THE OXFORD AND CAMBRIDGE BOAT RACE
3rd April, London
On 3rd April, 2010, the 156th Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race will take place in London. The first race was in 1829 and it has been held annually since 1856, with the exception of the two world wars.  The course is 4 miles and 374 yards (6,779m) from Putney to Mortlake passing Hammersmith and Barnes and follows and “s” shape, east to west. Up to 250,000 people line the banks of the Thames from Putney to Mortlake to watch the boat race. During the race the crews pass various traditional landmarks, visible from the river: Putney Bridge, Fulham Football Club, Harrod’s Furniture Depositary, Hammersmith Bridge, Fuller’s Brewery and Chiswick Pier. Oxford won in 2009.  Who will win in 2010? The next race is scheduled to start on Saturday, 3 April 2010 at 4.30pm.
Visit www.theboatrace.org for more information.
 
EASTER IN LONDON
4th April 2010
Why not spend Easter in London?  Hunt for Easter eggs, see a concert or just have fun with the family and see the spring flowers in one of central London’s glorious parks. Easter weekend in London is fun for everyone.  Kew Gardens is a popular family destination at Easter time (www.kew.org) where activities include crafts and a traditional Easter Egg Hunt.  Canary Wharf (www.canarywharf.com) offers traditional family fun too with games, face painting and costume characters. Look out for fun family activities at the London Wetland Centre (www.wwt.org.uk), the London Eye and many other London attractions – you may even bump into the Easter Bunny!"