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  • Tuesday Tennis at the Westway

    • 15/09/2026
    • 08/12/2026
    • 13 sessions
    • Westway Sports & Fitness Centre, 1 Crowthorne Road, W10 6RP
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    We play intermediate level social, fun, but competitive tennis and have a coach for each of the two-hour sessions. We play indoors so the weather is never an issue.

    (New players are welcome but must contact the Activity Leaders, Jennifer Tahany & Rebecca Lin, before signing up.)

    Please contact them at tennis@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Mahjong

    • 21/09/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB
    • 1
    Register

    KCWC Mahjong Mornings welcome you to join us for 2 hours (10.30-12.30) every Monday at The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB

    Prompt arrival at 10.30 is critical, as is registration (by purchasing a ticket below), by noon the Sunday prior each week to ensure we have enough mahjong sets and players.

    While new players will be given instructional materials, regular players will need to purchase a Mahjong Book (c.£30) to bring to each meeting.

    Please ensure you book a ticket for each date you wish to attend. 

    For any queries please contact Activity Leader Nicola Harayda at mahjong@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Volunteer at Refettorio Felix Community Kitchen

    • 21/09/2026
    • 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • St Cuthbert's Church, 50 Philbeach Gardens, SW5 9EB
    • 2
    Register

    Join us  at Refettorio Felix, St Cuthbert’s in Earl’s Court.  Help us serve a restaurant-quality 3-course lunch in a decorative community kitchen!

    Refettorio Felix proudly opens itself to people who struggle with many issues including loneliness, mental health difficulties, substance misuse, and rough sleeping. Their stated mission is “to bring dignity back to the table and promote a sense of community whilst tackling the dual issues of food waste and food poverty with our surplus food lunch service.”

    We are looking for  volunteers to assist with meal service, once per month. The three-hour shift begins at 11:00am with an induction followed by set up, lunch service, and table clearance.  Afterwards, you are invited to join the staff for a lovely hot meal.

    Please get involved in helping our shared community.

    Signing Up: We request volunteers to sign up at least one week in advance to inform the organisers of all members of our group and review all guidelines. Should you be unable to attend, please notify us immediately so we can contact someone from the waitlist to replace you as the kitchen will depend on our KCWC commitment.  If tickets are sold-out for this event, you are welcome to join the waitlist - please note that we typically only get to the first one or two members on the waitlist, so please don't be disappointed if you are not contacted.  

    Please email event organiser Dina McCormick for any queries at charityvolunteers@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Book Group - "Caviar, Vodka, & Tears" by Stuart Bradford

    • 21/09/2026
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • The Duchess of Kensington, 25 Gloucester Road, South Kensington, SW7 4PL
    • 0
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    We are so fortunate to have Bianca Maclean in our book group who made it possible for us to enjoy the author’s company on the 21st of September. 

    About the Book: Partying until sunrise, baptism under ice, dead bodies on the street, treachery in business dealings – everyday life for an expatriate working in Russia.

    "Caviar, Vodka and Tears" recounts the joys and frustrations of life and work in Russia over the period 2008 to 2022, through the eyes of the fictitious expatriate Keller family. The Kellers establish many deep friendships with ordinary Russians, and have many extraordinary adventures.

    Keller’s business ventures meet initial success but become harder as relations with the West worsen and end in treachery and apparent disaster. However, when the conflict in Ukraine erupts in 2022, his failure is revealed as a godsend, and Keller is forced to reassess his past role in developing Russia’s energy industry.


    For any queries, contact event organizers Roopa Girard and Marika Carle at bookgroup@kcwc.org.uk

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  • French Conversation

    • 22/09/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • Baker Street
    • 0
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    Welcome to the French Conversation Group!  If you would like to maintain and improve your French, we will give you opportunities to practice this language amongst a pleasant group of international ladies.

    Themes will be given in advance so you can prepare them at home before discussing with the group when we meet, every fortnight,  at a member's home. A good level of French is required.

    Meeting location details will be sent to registered participants before each meeting.

    Please book a ticket below to indicate your intention to participate in this meeting. For any queries contact event organiser Genevieve Sentier at french@kcwc.org.uk


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  • Art History - Revisiting the Greats - Peter Paul Ruben: Part 1

    • 23/09/2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:15 PM
    • East India Club, 16 St James's Square SW1Y 4LH
    • 15
    Register

    This is the first lecture in a two part series where Chantal Brotherton-Ratcliffe will look at Peter Paul Rubens (1577–1640), one of the most celebrated painters of the 17th century.

    Rubens was a man of many skills, multilingual and highly intelligent. He worked for the rulers of Flanders, Spain, Mantua and England, employed both as a painter and as a diplomat. He was often under tremendous pressure from many of his patrons to produce multiple pictures for various schemes. He ran a large studio, creating paintings in huge quantities and of enormous size, yet without compromising on quality.

    His paintings overflow with an exuberance and joy in life as he turned his eye to almost every subject during his career. As court painter, he created portraits, mythologies and massive schemes for palaces, as well as creating religious paintings for churches and convents. His domestic paintings – often made for his own enjoyment – include remarkable depictions of his family and the countryside he loved around Antwerp. The lectures will also look at the social context in which he lived – the values, customs and dress, as well as the joys and fears.

    This lecture on the 23rd will cover his work in the court and church.  (Part 1)

    The lecture on 30th will cover him as a friend and family man. (Part 2)

    Please come at 9:30 for a coffee or tea. The lecture begins promptly at 10:00 and we aim to finish by 12:15.  Please remember it is a dress code at the club so please no jeans or trainers.  


    For any queries, please contact event organiser Susan Shriver at arthistory@kcwc.org.uk

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  • German Conversation

    • 23/09/2026
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • A Member's Home
    • 5
    Register

    Come and practice your spoken and written German in a friendly and supportive environment.

    Our meetings usually take place in one of the member’s home to discuss current affairs and read a topical text from a German magazine or newspaper.

    So book your attendance to find out where the next meeting will take place.


    Please contact Activity Leader Bianca Maclean if you have any queries at german@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Latin Dance

    • 23/09/2026
    • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Royal Garden Hotel, 2-24 Kensington High Street, W8 4PT
    • 7
    Register

    Join us for Latin Dance every Wednesday at 11:00. We meet in the spa at the Royal Garden Hotel in Kensington (just next to Kensington Gardens). Our teacher is Rafal Lautenbach who is a true professional, and we cover a range of Latin dances including Salsa, Cha Cha, Rumba, Bachata, Samba.  You don't need any prior dance experience as Rafal explains everything again when new people join us. This is not an exercise class, it is just pure dance fun.

    You can wear whatever you feel comfortable in but make sure that your shoes slide on the floor - not trainers.  If you decide to come on a regular basis I will let you know where you can buy dance practice shoes.

    For any queries contact Event organiser Jenni Kravitz at latindance@kcwc.org.uk


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  • Drama: Unrehearsed Reading/Acting "The Mousetrap" - 2nd Session

    • 23/09/2026
    • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • A member's house in SW7
    • 0
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    Please join us for a session of unrehearsed reading/acting of the play "The Mousetrap" by Agatha Christie.  We will continue with the play from the moment when Mr. Trotter enters the scene.

    No prior acting experience is required, it is not about putting on a perfect play, but about spontaneous fun!  


    For this event, please buy a copy of “The Mousetrap” and bring it with you. There are various copies available second hand (google search). Alternatively you can buy a Samuel French Theatre Edition of the play for £ 10.99 from Waterstones (check availability online from their website) or other bookshops.

    If you register as anonymous, you must please inform the activity leader of your name and contact details in order to be included. 

    For any queries, please contact event organiser Judith Neuling drama@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Antiques & Design - A Private Tour of World-Renowned Theatrical Costumier Angels

    • 24/09/2026
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Angels Costumes, 1 Garrick Road, NW9 6AA
    • 0
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    Established in 1840, Angels has supplied award winning costumes to West End productions, movie and tv sets as well as Madame Tussauds’.  Seven generations of family ownership have maintained this rich heritage. With over one million pieces organised over eight miles of hanging racks, a treasure trove awaits discovery on our private tour of the world’s largest costume house. As we visit multiple tailoring departments and warehouse spaces,  join us for firsthand accounts of the actors and productions fitted out by Angels.     

    NOTE: irrespective of the theatrical vernacular “Break a Leg”, please don’t on this tour! It will involve about two hours of walking through a working business with few if any rest stops provided.


    For any queries contact Mary Narvell at antiques1@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Italian Conversation

    • 24/09/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • 55, Baker Street, W1U 8EW
    • 0
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    Join a relaxed Italian conversation group for those who would like to practise the language in an informal setting.  Each session is inspired by a short article, providing a starting point for lively discussions about Italy and its culture.

    Meetings take place at a café in central London.

    A basic knowledge of Italian will help participants follow the discussion more easily, and make the most of the experience.

    Come and enjoy speaking Italian in good company!!  ☕

    Please register to indicate your intention to participate in this meeting.  For any queries contact event organiser Anna Bianchi at italian@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Bark in the Park - Battersea Park

    • 24/09/2026
    • 10:45 AM - 12:45 PM
    • Battersea Park, SW11 4NJ
    • 10
    Register

    Come and join us for an Autumn walk in Battersea Park.

    Enjoy a stroll and catch up as we make our way towards Battersea Power Station to treat the doggies and ourselves with refreshments and some browsing.  

    As always, everyone is welcome to join us with or without a dog.  

    Meeting Point: Chelsea Gate

    For any queries, please contact Karen Kaldezar on +447973178737 or barkinthepark@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Mahjong

    • 28/09/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB
    • 13
    Register

    KCWC Mahjong Mornings welcome you to join us for 2 hours (10.30-12.30) every Monday at The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB

    Prompt arrival at 10.30 is critical, as is registration (by purchasing a ticket below), by noon the Sunday prior each week to ensure we have enough mahjong sets and players.

    While new players will be given instructional materials, regular players will need to purchase a Mahjong Book (c.£30) to bring to each meeting.

    Please ensure you book a ticket for each date you wish to attend. 

    For any queries please contact Activity Leader Nicola Harayda at mahjong@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Foodies - From Dessert to Superfood: A Talk, Tasting & Skinny Hot Chocolate Experience

    • 28/09/2026
    • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • London Chocolate, 17 Connaught Street W2 2AY
    • 17
    Register

    Join Marcela Alatorre, founder of NOPAL®, for an engaging introduction to Opuntia ficus-indica (nopal), exploring how this extraordinary Mexican cactus has become a sustainable functional food for the future.

    The experience will include a special tasting of the NOPAL® Skinny Hot Chocolate, created in collaboration with London Chocolate, one of the UK’s leading bean-to-bar/bean-to-cup chocolate makers.

    The perfect pairing: NOPAL® + pure cacao

    Two exceptional functional foods come together to create a delicious Skinny Hot Chocolate combining the natural benefits of pure cacao with NOPAL® cactus pad powder, providing fibre and calcium alongside the qualities of cacao.

    Guests will enjoy:

    - ☕ NOPAL® Skinny Hot Chocolate with London Chocolate

    - NOPAL® green smoothie

    - Mini chocolate tasting

    - A tasting of baked goods made with NOPAL®

    ⭐ The award-winning NOPAL® chocolate cake, winner of Best Artisanal Food & Drink Product at the Natural & Organic Products Expo Innovation Awards 2025.

    A talk about the history, benefits and potential of Opuntia ficus-indica as a sustainable food of the future.

    Tickets: £40.00 per person.

    Please book a free ticket here to indicate your interest and email the Activity Leader (foodies@kcwc.org.uk) for payment instructions.

    A unique opportunity to discover nopal, taste its versatility and experience the delicious combination of NOPAL® + exceptional cacao in one of London’s most exciting chocolate destinations.

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  • French Conversation

    • 29/09/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • Baker Street
    • 6
    Register

    Welcome to the French Conversation Group!  If you would like to maintain and improve your French, we will give you opportunities to practice this language amongst a pleasant group of international ladies.

    Themes will be given in advance so you can prepare them at home before discussing with the group when we meet, every fortnight,  at a member's home. A good level of French is required.

    Meeting location details will be sent to registered participants before each meeting.

    Please book a ticket below to indicate your intention to participate in this meeting. For any queries contact event organiser Genevieve Sentier at french@kcwc.org.uk


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  • Drop-In Coffee Morning

    • 29/09/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • The Duchess of Kensington, 25 Gloucester Road, SW7 4PL
    Register

    You're Invited to our Drop-In Coffee Morning!

    Start your day with great coffee, friendly conversation and the opportunity to connect with others in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

    Whether you’re a new member, reconnecting with familiar faces, or simply looking for a relaxed morning and good conversation, we'd love you to join us. Just drop in, purchase a cup of coffee, and enjoy the company! 

    It’s the perfect opportunity to meet new people, build connections and enjoy a delightful morning together in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

    We look forward to welcoming you for a morning of coffee, conversation and connection!


    For further information, please contact the event organisers Karen Kaldezar and Maria Rologi, at dropincoffee@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Bridge

    • 29/09/2026
    • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Member's home in Kensington
    • 8
    Register

    Bridge is played in a friendly and informal atmosphere, at a member's home in Kensington, using English ACOL and US 5 card major bidding systems.

    Please register for your free ticket by clicking on the link below.


    Please contact event organiser Katy Cooke for any queries at bridge@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Art History - Revisiting the Greats - Peter Paul Ruben: Part 2

    • 30/09/2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:15 PM
    • East India Club, 16 St James's Square SW1Y 4LH
    • 32
    Register

    This is the second lecture in a two part series where Chantal Brotherton-Ratcliffe will look at Peter Paul Rubens (1577–1640), one of the most celebrated painters of the 17th century.

    Rubens was a man of many skills, multilingual and highly intelligent. He worked for the rulers of Flanders, Spain, Mantua and England, employed both as a painter and as a diplomat. He was often under tremendous pressure from many of his patrons to produce multiple pictures for various schemes. He ran a large studio, creating paintings in huge quantities and of enormous size, yet without compromising on quality.

    His paintings overflow with an exuberance and joy in life as he turned his eye to almost every subject during his career. As court painter, he created portraits, mythologies and massive schemes for palaces, as well as creating religious paintings for churches and convents. His domestic paintings – often made for his own enjoyment – include remarkable depictions of his family and the countryside he loved around Antwerp. The lectures will also look at the social context in which he lived – the values, customs and dress, as well as the joys and fears.

    The lecture on the 23rd covered his work in the court and church.  (Part 1)

    This lecture on the 30th will cover him as a friend and family man. (Part 2)

    Please come at 9:30 for a coffee or tea. The lecture begins promptly at 10:00 and we aim to finish by 12:15.  Please remember it is a dress code at the club so please no jeans or trainers.  


    For any queries, please contact event organiser Susan Shriver at arthistory@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Latin Dance

    • 30/09/2026
    • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Royal Garden Hotel, 2-24 Kensington High Street, W8 4PT
    • 8
    Register

    Join us for Latin Dance every Wednesday at 11:00. We meet in the spa at the Royal Garden Hotel in Kensington (just next to Kensington Gardens). Our teacher is Rafal Lautenbach who is a true professional, and we cover a range of Latin dances including Salsa, Cha Cha, Rumba, Bachata, Samba.  You don't need any prior dance experience as Rafal explains everything again when new people join us. This is not an exercise class, it is just pure dance fun.

    You can wear whatever you feel comfortable in but make sure that your shoes slide on the floor - not trainers.  If you decide to come on a regular basis I will let you know where you can buy dance practice shoes.

    For any queries contact Event organiser Jenni Kravitz at latindance@kcwc.org.uk


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  • Evening Speaker - "Quake, Wave, War" Illustrated Talk by Diana Penn

    • 30/09/2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • The Army and Navy Club, 36-39 Pall Mall, London
    • 6
    Register

    We are invited to join members of The Rag to meet and hear from the lovely Diana Penn as she talks about her fascinating memoir Quake, Wave, War.

    For 25 years Diana worked in international finance before making a life changing decision on her children leaving home, to change direction, gain the necessary experience and go on to work in overseas aid. The talk shares an understanding of the extraordinarily sensitive job that aidworkers on the ground undertake.

    We shall see Diana’s own unique moment photography  and hear readings from her diary entries and letters home, as we learn more of the vast challenges and even moments of joy in the lives being lived in very demanding circumstances.

    Wine and soft drinks are included. Books available to buy.


    For any queries, contact Activity Leader Bee Robb at eveningspeakers@kcwc.org.uk


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  • Antiques & Design - An Exploration of Chinese Wallpaper

    • 01/10/2026
    • 10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
    • The RAG St James's Square
    • 15
    Register

    The fashion for all things Chinese – Chinoiserie – is a hallmark of grand 18th century British domestic style. Beyond lacquer furniture and porcelain, most noble residences had one room decorated with Chinese hand painted wallpapers. 

    First appearing for sale in 17th century London as part of the East India Company trade, these sumptuous papers portrayed exotic subjects in rich colourways. Birds and Chinese figures were stunningly depicted in detailed garden backdrops of sinuous trees, flowers and pagodas.

    Learn about this luxurious, sophisticated decorating trend from V and A lecturer and Orientalist expert, Anne Haworth. Glorious Gardens will love this too!


    For any queries contact Mary Narvell at antiques1@kcwc.org.uk

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  • After Six: Fine Dining in Chelsea

    • 01/10/2026
    • 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
    • Cheyne Restaurant, 50 Cheyne Walk, SW3 5LR
    • 0
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    Join After Six for our first Welcome Back dinner at this charming restaurant in Chelsea!

    Due to its success last year, we are returning to the elegant No. 50 Cheyne for a three course meal using fresh British ingredients. Service is included in the price and pre-orders will be taken.

    Our events tend to sell out quickly but please do join the waitlist. See you after the Summer!


    Please contact Activity Leaders Alison Wacker and Lisa Woodcock for any queries at aftersix@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Discovering Opera - Part 1

    • 02/10/2026
    • 04/12/2026
    • 9 sessions
    • Imperial College
    • 12
    Register

    The aim of this course is to give you new ways of listening to opera, whether you are getting to know the form for the first time or you are already familiar with it and looking for something unusual.

    Together we will explore a wide variety of operas and their social and cultural contexts, ranging from the eighteenth century to the present day, catering to all tastes. If you are new to the genre, you will get to hear some of the most famous works in the form. If you are more familiar with opera, you will gain fresh perspectives on the works you already know, and will have the opportunity to discover some less well-known works as well.

    The course will introduce the various elements of opera production in the first term, and will explore some of the more general ideas around opera in the second term (separate enrollment later). Each class takes a single opera as a case study and considers its composer, context, themes, and production through rich audio-visual material.

    Discussions will range across music, staging, characterisation, plot, and performance traditions, enabling learners to critically engage with the opera as both an art form and a social product.

    The tutor, Dr Bruno Bower (FHEA, FRSA), is a lively and enthusiastic tutor whose love of music is infectious. He is a musicologist, performer, composer, and music editor, as well as a highly experienced teacher. He currently teaches at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and Imperial College London. He is also the principal oboist of West London Sinfonia and the cor anglais player for Chelsea Opera Group.

    Lectures will take place on the following Fridays:

    October: 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd

    November: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th

    December: 4th

    Cost: £200 

    Two-Part Ticketing Process: This is a unique joint venture between KCWC and Imperial College, so there is a two part ticketing process:

    Step #1: Please use the normal KCWC ticket purchase process in the "Tickets" section below (there is no charge, but we need you registered on the KCWC system for tracking and communication purposes).

    Step #2: Please make your actual payment directly to Imperial College using the link below.  You must use the "Internal rate (Friends & Family)" to get the £200 price.

    https://www.imperial.ac.uk/evening-classes/winter-courses-list/discovering-opera-daytime/


    For any queries, please contact activity leader Eve Mitleton-Kelly at opera@kcwc.org.uk 


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  • Under 35s - Weekend Escape Room

    • 03/10/2026
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Escape Hunt; 70-88 Oxford Street, W1D 1BP
    • 1
    Register

    Calling all Under 35s! ⚓

    Join us for an unforgettable adventure at Escape Hunt Oxford Street where we would have to join the pirate world, crack codes, and find Blackbeard's Treasure.

    Perfect way to get to know more KCWC members - a fun weekend activity to bond with the crew while working together under pressure! Whether you're a seasoned puzzle-solver or a first-timer, we will have 60 minutes to collaborate, solve mind-bending puzzles, uncover hidden clues, and outsmart the mystery before time runs out. Nothing beats the thrill of teamwork and celebrating when we escape together!

    We can stay for a meal in Soho if you are free after the event.


    For any queries, contact Event Organiser Georgiana Fryza at georgianafryza@gmail.com




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  • Mahjong

    • 05/10/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB
    • 14
    Register

    KCWC Mahjong Mornings welcome you to join us for 2 hours (10.30-12.30) every Monday at The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB

    Prompt arrival at 10.30 is critical, as is registration (by purchasing a ticket below), by noon the Sunday prior each week to ensure we have enough mahjong sets and players.

    While new players will be given instructional materials, regular players will need to purchase a Mahjong Book (c.£30) to bring to each meeting.

    Please ensure you book a ticket for each date you wish to attend. 

    For any queries please contact Activity Leader Nicola Harayda at mahjong@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Discovering Classical Music - Part 1

    • 05/10/2026
    • 07/12/2026
    • 9 sessions
    • Imperial College
    • 13
    Register

    Are you baffled by Brahms? Perplexed by Prokofiev? Stumped by Strauss?

    On this course join Dr Bruno Bower on a journey to discover new ways to understand classical music, without any of the obscure jargon. Knowing who, how, and why people created, played, and listened to music makes it much easier to relate to the deeper levels of texture and structure that lie behind the sounds we hear.

    Each session will focus on different musical concepts, structures, genres, and historical periods, guiding learners through a rich and engaging exploration of the Western classical tradition.

    The course is suitable for people with or without previous knowledge of classical music. You will gain fresh perspectives on famous works of classical music, and discover lesser-known pieces along the way.

    Held in association with the Kensington and Chelsea Women's Club, this course is open to everyone, with no previous experience necessary. All welcome!

    The tutor, Dr Bruno Bower (FHEA, FRSA), is a lively and enthusiastic tutor whose love of music is infectious. He is a musicologist, performer, composer, and music editor, as well as a highly experienced teacher. He currently teaches at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and Imperial College London. He is also the principal oboist of West London Sinfonia and the cor anglais player for Chelsea Opera Group.

    Lectures will take place on the following Mondays:

    October: 5th, 12th, 19th

    November: 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th

    December: 7th

    Cost: £200 

    Two-Part Ticketing Process: This is a unique joint venture between KCWC and Imperial College, so there is a two part ticketing process:

    Step #1: Please use the normal KCWC ticket purchase process in the "Tickets" section below (there is no charge, but we need you registered on the KCWC system for tracking and communication purposes).

    Step #2: Please make your actual payment directly to Imperial College using the link below.  You must use the "Internal rate (Friends & Family)" to get the £200 price.

    https://www.imperial.ac.uk/evening-classes/winter-courses-list/discovering-classical-music-daytime/


    For any queries, please contact activity leader Eve Mitleton-Kelly at opera@kcwc.org.uk 


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  • Mix'n Mingle Coffee Morning - Heidi Bakery Chelsea

    • 06/10/2026
    • 10:15 AM - 11:45 AM
    • West Road, Royal Hospital Chelsea SW3 4SR
    • 9
    Register

    Please come and join us at the delightful Heidi Chelsea bakery and cafe.

    Heidi Chelsea is located in the stunning Grade II listed Soane Stable Yard, part of the historic Royal Hospital Chelsea and home of the Chelsea Pensioners.  This forty-cover bakery is within the historic horse stalls of the stable yard, which was built by Sir John Soane between 1814 and 1817.


    The entrance is located opposite the Ormonde gate.

    Please contact event organiser Lisa Woodcock for any queries at mixnmingle1@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Volunteer With Us At The Wandsworth Food Bank

    • 06/10/2026
    • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • 9 Ferrier Street, Wandsworth, SW18 1SW
    • 2
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    You can make a difference by joining us for just 2 hours on the first Tuesday of every month.

    KCWC supports the Wandsworth Foodbank by helping to sort, label and organise the food donations. You'll find that the 2 hours just flies by!

    The Wandsworth Foodbank Warehouse is located at 9 Ferrier Street, Wandsworth, SW18 1SW, conveniently located 2 minutes walk from Wandsworth Town Station and easily accessed by many bus routes.

    Make a difference by signing up and help KCWC and Wandsworth Foodbank to support those less fortunate! 

    If tickets are sold-out for this event, you are welcome to join the waitlist - please note that we typically only get to the first one or two members on the waitlist, so please don't be disappointed if you are not contacted.   

    Please email event organiser Christie Bachmann for any queries at charityvolunteers@kcwc.org.uk

    *Note: If you're interested in regular volunteering, Wandsworth Foodbank are also looking for kind and compassionate people who can commit to volunteering once a week for a minimum of six months. 

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  • Theatre - "Sinatra: The Musical"

    • 06/10/2026
    • 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
    • Aldwych Theatre, 49 Aldwych, WC2B 4DF
    • 0
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    It is New Year’s Eve 1942, a skinny 27- year-old Italian-American singer is about to step onto the stage of New York City’s Paramount Theatre and give a performance that will change music history. But as Frank Sinatra’s voice captures a nation, his heart is torn between his wife, Nancy, and movie goddess, Ava Gardner. When a scandal and a hostile press send his career into a tailspin, the young crooner fights back and stages the greatest comeback in show business history. 

    Featuring over twenty classic hits, including “That’s Life”, “One for my Baby” and many others, don’t miss Sinatra: The Musical.  It is the most revealing portrait ever told about the legendary singer! 

    “You only live once and the way I live, once is enough.” Frank Sinatra

    NOTE: There will be an optional Pre-Theatre Dinner at your own expense. Details will be emailed from the Activity Leader closer to the event to the KCWC members who have purchased a ticket to the musical.


    For any queries contact event organiser Viola Hindley at theatre@kcwc.org.uk

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  • German Conversation

    • 07/10/2026
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • A Member's Home
    • 7
    Register

    Come and practice your spoken and written German in a friendly and supportive environment.

    Our meetings usually take place in one of the member’s home to discuss current affairs and read a topical text from a German magazine or newspaper.

    So book your attendance to find out where the next meeting will take place.


    Please contact Activity Leader Bianca Maclean if you have any queries at german@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Italian Conversation

    • 08/10/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • 55, Baker Street, W1U 8EW
    • 5
    Register

    Join a relaxed Italian conversation group for those who would like to practise the language in an informal setting.  Each session is inspired by a short article, providing a starting point for lively discussions about Italy and its culture.

    Meetings take place at a café in central London.

    A basic knowledge of Italian will help participants follow the discussion more easily, and make the most of the experience.

    Come and enjoy speaking Italian in good company!!  ☕

    Please register to indicate your intention to participate in this meeting.  For any queries contact event organiser Anna Bianchi at italian@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Art History - Revisiting the Greats: Peter Paul Ruben at the National Gallery (11am Tour)

    • 09/10/2026
    • 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
    • East India Club, 16 St James's Square SW1Y 4LH
    • 3
    Register

    Following on from our two lectures in September, we will visit the National Gallery and look at some Ruben Paintings up close.

    Meet promptly at 10:45 in the Sainsbury Wing - the tour will begin at 11am. 

    Please make sure you come to one lecture before you sign up for this event. Susan Shriver


    For any queries, please contact event organiser Susan Shriver at arthistory@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Art History - Revisiting the Greats: Peter Paul Ruben at the National Gallery (12:15pm Tour)

    • 09/10/2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM
    • East India Club, 16 St James's Square SW1Y 4LH
    • 5
    Register

    Following on from our two lectures in September, we will visit the National Gallery and look at some Ruben Paintings up close.

    Meet promptly at 12:00 in the Sainsbury Wing - the tour will begin at 12:15 pm. 

    Please make sure you come to one lecture before you sign up for this event. Susan Shriver


    For any queries, please contact event organiser Susan Shriver at arthistory@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Mahjong

    • 12/10/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB
    • 14
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    KCWC Mahjong Mornings welcome you to join us for 2 hours (10.30-12.30) every Monday at The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB

    Prompt arrival at 10.30 is critical, as is registration (by purchasing a ticket below), by noon the Sunday prior each week to ensure we have enough mahjong sets and players.

    While new players will be given instructional materials, regular players will need to purchase a Mahjong Book (c.£30) to bring to each meeting.

    Please ensure you book a ticket for each date you wish to attend. 

    For any queries please contact Activity Leader Nicola Harayda at mahjong@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Volunteer at Refettorio Felix Community Kitchen

    • 12/10/2026
    • 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • St Cuthbert's Church, 50 Philbeach Gardens, SW5 9EB
    • 5
    Register

    Join us  at Refettorio Felix, St Cuthbert’s in Earl’s Court.  Help us serve a restaurant-quality 3-course lunch in a decorative community kitchen!

    Refettorio Felix proudly opens itself to people who struggle with many issues including loneliness, mental health difficulties, substance misuse, and rough sleeping. Their stated mission is “to bring dignity back to the table and promote a sense of community whilst tackling the dual issues of food waste and food poverty with our surplus food lunch service.”

    We are looking for  volunteers to assist with meal service, once per month. The three-hour shift begins at 11:00am with an induction followed by set up, lunch service, and table clearance.  Afterwards, you are invited to join the staff for a lovely hot meal.

    Please get involved in helping our shared community.

    Signing Up: We request volunteers to sign up at least one week in advance to inform the organisers of all members of our group and review all guidelines. Should you be unable to attend, please notify us immediately so we can contact someone from the waitlist to replace you as the kitchen will depend on our KCWC commitment.  If tickets are sold-out for this event, you are welcome to join the waitlist - please note that we typically only get to the first one or two members on the waitlist, so please don't be disappointed if you are not contacted.  

    Please email event organiser Dina McCormick for any queries at charityvolunteers@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Discovering Shakespeare - Imperial College Course

    • 12/10/2026
    • 14/12/2026
    • 10 sessions
    • Imperial College London, SW7 2AZ
    • 0
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    Early bird opportunity!

    Imperial College is running a 10 week Discovering Shakespeare course from October 2026.  This is a KCWC initiative, and Imperial has provided us with an exclusive link to enroll now.  The course will be advertised to the general public on Imperial's site in late April. 

    No prior experience required.  This course is designed both for those who attended our Summer's Introduction to Shakespeare and who want to go deeper, and for those who are new to Shakespeare and wish to explore this world-famous writer.

    Together, we will embark upon a broad survey of Shakespeare's work across both drama and poetry.  Led by Dr Sarah James, an enthusiastic and welcoming tutor, we will look at individual texts in detail, and consider scenes from filmed productions.  Each week will cover a different theme.  There will be an emphasis on historical context, as we chart Shakespeare's responses to contemporary social, political and religious concerns.  We will examine the radical and controversial aspects that surprised his original audiences, and consider his current place in English literature.

    Lectures will take place on Mondays from 12 Oct to 14 Dec:

    The Cost for the 10-week course is £162.  

    To Register: Email Event Organiser Jane O'Hara at literature@kcwc.org.uk   She will send you the special Imperial College link just for KCWC members with our discounted rate along with the detailed course schedule.  You will use that link to actually sign-up and pay for the course directly thru Imperial College.


    For any queries, please contact Event Organiser Jane O'Hara at literature@kcwc.org.uk

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  • French Conversation

    • 13/10/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • Baker Street
    • 6
    Register

    Welcome to the French Conversation Group!  If you would like to maintain and improve your French, we will give you opportunities to practice this language amongst a pleasant group of international ladies.

    Themes will be given in advance so you can prepare them at home before discussing with the group when we meet, every fortnight,  at a member's home. A good level of French is required.

    Meeting location details will be sent to registered participants before each meeting.

    Please book a ticket below to indicate your intention to participate in this meeting. For any queries contact event organiser Genevieve Sentier at french@kcwc.org.uk


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  • Contemporary Art - Bow Arts: Private Curator-led Gallery & Meet the Artist

    • 13/10/2026
    • 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    • Bow Arts, 183 Bow Road, E3 2SJ
    • 19
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    Join us for a unique behind-the-scenes experience that offers a rare opportunity to discover how contemporary art develops from the artist’s first idea to the gallery wall.

    Our visit will take us to Bow Arts, one of London’s leading organisations supporting artists through studio spaces, professional development and public exhibitions. By bringing together artists, curators and audiences, Bow Arts plays an important role in London’s contemporary art scene.

    We will begin with an exclusive visit to The Nunnery Gallery, closed to the public that day and reserved exclusively for our group.

    A member of the curatorial team will introduce us to Bow Arts and guide us through the exhibition Bhajan Hunjan: Speaking Through Materials, sharing insights into the exhibition and the ideas behind the works on display.

    Following the tour, Bhajan Hunjan will join us in the gallery to meet the group and talk about her work, creative process and the ideas behind the exhibition, with an opportunity for participants to ask questions and engage directly with the artist.

    This is far more than a gallery visit. It is an opportunity to discover how artists are supported, how exhibitions come together and how an artwork evolves from the first spark of an idea to the finished work, while hearing directly from the artist herself.

    NOTE: Participants are welcome to stay for lunch at the Bow Arts café after the visit. If you would like to join, please let me know in advance. Further details will be provided closer to the event.

    Nearest Underground station: Bow Road (District and Hammersmith & City lines) - approx 6 min walk


    For any queries, contact Event Organiser Anna Bianchi at contemporary1@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Quiz Night

    • 13/10/2026
    • 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    • The Crabtree, Rainville Road, London W6 9HA
    • 0
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    Join us for a pub quiz at the Crabtree - it's £2 per person quiz entry fee paid directly to the quiz master on the evening.

    The quiz gives you the chance to win a £50 bar tab for first place to a bottle of wine for second-to-last-place.  The quiz normally starts at 8pm, but we're planning to meet from 7pm so we can grab a table and form a team or two.

    Partners are bery welcome, so feel free to bring them along and test your general knowledge!

    Please note: This is an established pub quiz and we're looking to form teams on the evening with KCWC members as well as partners and friends.


    For any queries, please contact Activity Leader Sarah-Jane Luckhurst at eveningevents@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Art History - Know Before You Go - "Painting the French Riviera": Part 1

    • 14/10/2026
    • 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    • East India Club, 16 St James's Square SW1Y 4LH
    • 38
    Register

    The story of how the Côte d'Azur dazzled modern art's great innovators.

    To Monet, it was like "swimming in blue air."  To Braque, a "joyful revelation."  Derain compared its cerulean hues to "sticks of dynamite . . . primed to discharge light."

    The radiance of the French Riviera left an indelible mark on artists.  It roused the imaginations not only of the 19th and 20th centuries' greatest painters - among them Picasso, Matisse, Cézanne, Renoir and Klein - but giants of literature, cinema and fashion, whose works helped define the carefree glamour and eternal romance of the Côte d'Azur.

    From the 1870's, the azure seas and sapphire skies of the French Riviera beckoned artists, writers, intellectuals and aristocrats searching for an escape from their drab and crowded industrial cities.  What they discovered was the landscape of their dreams - one that propelled the Impressionists, Post-Impressionists and Modernists to new creative heights.

    In these two lectures, Jo Rhymer will discuss the exhibition at the Royal Academy "Painting The French Riviera" from 2 October 2026 - 31 January 2027, which looks at how the French Riviera supported the rise of modern art - and later became a travel destination and film location that epitomised midcentury sophistication.

    Immerse yourself, just as these artists did, in a Mediterranean paradise.


    Please join us from 9:30am for coffee. 


    For any queries, please contact event organiser Susan Alloun at arthistory1@kcwc.org.uk

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  • October 2026 Guest Speaker Address - Sanam Naraghi-Anderlini

    • 15/10/2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • The Royal Over-Seas League, St James' Street SW1A 1LR
    • 39
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    Our guest speaker for October is Sanam Naraghi-Anderlini, MBE, the founder and CEO of the International Civil Society Action Network (ICAN) in 2006.

    Sanam has three decades of experience as a peace strategist working globally on conflicts, crises, violent extremism and peacebuilding with civil society, governments and the UN. Throughout her career, she has led groundbreaking initiatives in research, thought leadership, policy and practice relating to peacebuilding, human security and social cohesion. This includes being a civil society architect of the seminal UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women Peace and Security, director of the Women Waging Peace Policy Commission in 2002-2004 with design and delivery of the first multi-country research initiative on the evidence of women’s contributions to peace processes encapsulated in her book, Women Building Peace: What They Do, Why it Matters (Rienner, 2007).

    In 2011 she was appointed the first Senior Expert on Gender and Inclusion by the UN’s Standby Team (SBT) of Mediation Experts working in Somalia, Libya, Syria and Sudan among other countries. Since 2018, she has been an adjunct Professor at the Columbia University School of International Public Affairs (SIPA). From 2020 to September 2022, Sanam served as Director of the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) Centre for Women, Peace and Security, working to deepen links between scholarship, policy and practice as part of the Women, Peace, and Security agenda. In 2024, Sanam became a Richard von Weizsacker Fellow at the Robert Bosch Academy. Sanam has served on numerous boards including the UK’s National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security and Prevention of Sexual Violence Board, the Commonwealth’s Panel of Experts on Countering Violent Extremism (CVE), and the Women Mediators Across the Commonwealth Steering Committee. 

    Her media appearances include Channel 4 News, CNN’s Amanpour, and Al Jazeera. She has published numerous articles in Foreign Affairs, Le Monde Diplomatique and the UK’s Observer. Sanam is host of the podcast, If You Were in Charge: People, Power and Possibilities currently in its third season, with guests Abigail Disney, Steven Walt and Professor Dame EJ Milner-Gullner. She was the recipient of the 2014 Washington DC UN Association Perdita Huston Award for human rights and the 2016 Greeley Peace Scholar at the University of Massachusetts. Sanam was awarded an MBE by Queen Elizabeth II in 2020 in recognition of her combined services to international peacebuilding and women’s rights. In 2022, she was the first Andrew Mellon Fellow at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, US.


    Tentative schedule for the day:

    9:30am - 10:45am - Registration, tea/coffee, Activity Leader and vendor tables

    10:50am - Members to take their seats in the auditorium

    11:00am - Introductions

    11:10am - Guest Speaker

    12:05pm - Q&A

    12:30pm - Meeting conclusion

    For any queries, contact Katy Cooke at programmes1@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Hospitality Lunch - Maison François

    • 15/10/2026
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Maison François, Mayfair, 34 Duke Street, SW1Y 6DF
    • 17
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    For our last Hospitality lunch in Mayfair, we will be going to Maison François, a modern French brasserie inspired by the grand dining rooms of Paris and Lyon.  

    Lunch will be pre-ordered according to the menu which will be sent out after enrolling.  We will be having a main course comprising of either meat or fish, with accompanying salads.  

    Each participant will be responsible for her own drinks and dessert.

    Please note that our tables are booked for 1.00pm, so it would be appreciated if members did not arrive beforehand.

    Please contact event organisers Mimi Rolbant & Larysa Kotsiuba for  any queries at hospitality@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Mahjong

    • 19/10/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB
    • 15
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    KCWC Mahjong Mornings welcome you to join us for 2 hours (10.30-12.30) every Monday at The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB

    Prompt arrival at 10.30 is critical, as is registration (by purchasing a ticket below), by noon the Sunday prior each week to ensure we have enough mahjong sets and players.

    While new players will be given instructional materials, regular players will need to purchase a Mahjong Book (c.£30) to bring to each meeting.

    Please ensure you book a ticket for each date you wish to attend. 

    For any queries please contact Activity Leader Nicola Harayda at mahjong@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Book Group - "The Nuremberg Women" by Natalie Livingston

    • 19/10/2026
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • The Duchess of Kensington, 25 Gloucester Road, South Kensington, SW7 4PL
    • 1
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    The Nuremberg Women tells the story of eight women: a brilliant American lawyer, three pioneering journalists, two German, one British, an iconoclastic artist, a beautiful refugee aristocrat, a dauntless survivor of Auschwitz, and a young Russian translator.

    From the major stories about justice, gender, and politics at a pivotal moment in the twentieth century to the smaller, daily intimate tales of the women’s affairs and bar-room disputes, The Nuremberg Women shows the most famous trial of the twentieth century in a new light—making a brave new case for it having been a more diverse and democratic exercise than has often been recognized. 

    They reveal a Nuremberg that is more intimate, human, and haphazard; one that was lower paid and less publicized. They demonstrate that the trial was remarkable not because it was perfect but because, against all odds, it happened. Thanks to these women and many others, justice was served.


    For any queries, contact event organizers Roopa Girard and Marika Carle at bookgroup@kcwc.org.uk

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  • German Conversation

    • 21/10/2026
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • A Member's Home
    • 7
    Register

    Come and practice your spoken and written German in a friendly and supportive environment.

    Our meetings usually take place in one of the member’s home to discuss current affairs and read a topical text from a German magazine or newspaper.

    So book your attendance to find out where the next meeting will take place.


    Please contact Activity Leader Bianca Maclean if you have any queries at german@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Evening Book Group - Kin by Tayari Jones

    • 21/10/2026
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • TBC
    • 10
    Register

     Join us for this month's book discussion which will be on Kin by Tayari Jones (368 pages).

    Vernice and Annie are 'cradle friends', born days apart in Honeysuckle, Louisiana, both destined never to know their mothers. The girls are inseparable, bound by a friendship far deeper than sisterhood. But this is the American south in the 1950s. Black girls like Vernice and Annie have to fight for every opportunity they can, and neither one can build the future they hope for in Honeysuckle.

    Gradually, inevitably, the girls drift apart. Vernice pursues her education; Annie is lured by the promise of a heady first love affair and a growing obsession with finding her mother. But her search pulls her even further into a world of danger that soon leaves her oldest friend battling to save her.

    For any queries, contact Claudia on eveningbookgroup@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Bark in the Park - Bishop's Park

    • 22/10/2026
    • 10:45 AM - 12:30 PM
    • Bishop's Park, SW6 6EE
    • 20
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    Time to have fun in Bishop's Park in October.!

    Let's meet at The Palace Gardener (SW6 6EE) which is a great place to start our walk and stop for refreshments along the way.

    Everyone is welcome - whether you have a dog or not.  Join our vibrant group, enjoy the fresh air and meet people who like to walk and talk.   ‍     ‍   ‍  


    For any queries, please contact Karen Kaldezar at barkinthepark@kcwc.org.uk

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  • London Walks - Passport to Pimlico

    • 22/10/2026
    • 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    • Pimlico tube station (inside)
    • 4
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    This overlooked neighbour to Belgravia is a delight! 

    Not only was it home to four special women - an innovative fashion designer, a progressive dancer, an author recently honoured with a Blue Plaque, and a nursery school teacher who married a future king - there are two iconic housing estates that illustrate different ways of designing well thought-out, high-density blocks. If that is not enough, you have the inventor of lawn tennis, Larry O, public art, mention of Pimlico on film (this is a Rachel Kolsky tour after all!) and a statue commemorating the first rail fatality.

    Note: We will be meeting inside the Pimlico tube station

    For any queries contact event organiser Geneviève Sentier at londonwalks@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Evening Speaker - Jeremy Hunt: Can We Be Rich Again?

    • 22/10/2026
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Kent House Kensington, Rutland Gardens, SW7 1BX
    • 8
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    Can Britain rediscover its economic confidence -- and become prosperous again?

    Former Chancellor Jeremy Hunt tackles one of the most important questions facing the UK today.  Drawing on his experience steering the economy through inflation and recession, he will explore why growth has stalled, what Britain still has going for it, and how the country could build a stronger and more prosperous future.

    From Britain's world-leading universities and financial services to its thriving technology sector, Hunt argues that the foundations for success are already in place.  He will share his case for optimism and set out practical ideas for getting Britain's economy moving again.

    Jeremy Hunt will be in conversation with John Sergeant, the former BBC and ITV Chief Political Correspondent, bringing together two familiar voices for an engaging discussion about Britain's economic future.

    TICKETS: £25 online (£20 with our KCWC discount code)

    Step1 - sign-up on this KCWC site to reserve a spot and indicate your interest.

    Step 2 - you will receive the link to the actual Kent House Series ticket site from the Activity Leader and can then purchase an actual ticket using the KCWC discount code provided in the email.

    Doors open at 7pm, talk begins at 7:30pm

    For any queries, contact Activity Leader Ina Messer at popup@kcwc.org.uk


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  • British History - Bletchley Park

    • 24/10/2026
    • 10:15 AM - 4:20 PM
    • Bletchley Park
    • 17
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    Bletchley Park was once the top-secret home of the World War Two Code-breakers. For a long time it was kept very hush-hush, but now all is revealed and we are invited into the site to discover its secrets. The Mansion and various huts where the operators worked have been carefully and authentically restored to how they used to be during World War Two.

    There are exhibitions, interactive displays and films which tell the story of this crucially important site. Here is where the complex machines and the brilliant people who operated them were based. There is no doubt that the favourable outcome of the War is a result of their work.

    Schedule: There will be an option of a free one-hour guided tour in the grounds if there is availability. We will arrange a break for lunch on the day. There is a lot to see here, so we will not be returning until mid-afternoon.

    Transportation: Train from London Euston to Bletchley takes 40 minutes. The site itself is only a few minutes’ walk from the station.

    Booking Process: 

    Step 1: Please purchase a ticket on this site to indicate your attendance 

    Step 2: Book your entrance ticket online (slightly cheaper than buying on arrival) www.bletchleypark.org.uk (adult up to 64 years £25.87/ seniors over 65 years £23.62). Tickets are actually an annual pass and can be used again for free during the year.

    Step 3: Buy your train ticket from London Euston to Bletchley, £18.40 return (£12.20 with Senior Railcard).

    Meeting Place: We will meet at Euston in time for departure at 10.23am, return 15.10 or 15.40pm.


    For any queries, please contact  the event organiser Mimi Rolbant at british1@kcwc.org.uk 

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  • New Members Social

    • 26/10/2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Royal Thames Yacht Club, 60 Knightsbridge, SW1X 7LF
    • 36
    Register

    Calling all new members in the last 6  months. We are excited to welcome you to KCWC!

    If you missed the last new members social in February, now is your chance to join us for a chat, meet other new members, activity leaders and KCWC Board members.

    Complimentary croissants, tea and coffee.

    It is also an opportunity to ask questions about booking events on the website and app.

    Please contact event organizer Larysa Kotsiuba at members@kcwc.org.uk if you have any questions




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  • Mahjong

    • 26/10/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB
    • 16
    Register

    KCWC Mahjong Mornings welcome you to join us for 2 hours (10.30-12.30) every Monday at The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB

    Prompt arrival at 10.30 is critical, as is registration (by purchasing a ticket below), by noon the Sunday prior each week to ensure we have enough mahjong sets and players.

    While new players will be given instructional materials, regular players will need to purchase a Mahjong Book (c.£30) to bring to each meeting.

    Please ensure you book a ticket for each date you wish to attend. 

    For any queries please contact Activity Leader Nicola Harayda at mahjong@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Drop-In Coffee Morning

    • 27/10/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • The Duchess of Kensington, 25 Gloucester Road, SW7 4PL
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    You're Invited to our Drop-In Coffee Morning!

    Start your day with great coffee, friendly conversation and the opportunity to connect with others in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

    Whether you’re a new member, reconnecting with familiar faces, or simply looking for a relaxed morning and good conversation, we'd love you to join us. Just drop in, purchase a cup of coffee, and enjoy the company! 

    It’s the perfect opportunity to meet new people, build connections and enjoy a delightful morning together in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

    We look forward to welcoming you for a morning of coffee, conversation and connection!


    For further information, please contact the event organisers Karen Kaldezar and Maria Rologi, at dropincoffee@kcwc.org.uk

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  • French Conversation

    • 27/10/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • Baker Street
    • 5
    Register

    Welcome to the French Conversation Group!  If you would like to maintain and improve your French, we will give you opportunities to practice this language amongst a pleasant group of international ladies.

    Themes will be given in advance so you can prepare them at home before discussing with the group when we meet, every fortnight,  at a member's home. A good level of French is required.

    Meeting location details will be sent to registered participants before each meeting.

    Please book a ticket below to indicate your intention to participate in this meeting. For any queries contact event organiser Genevieve Sentier at french@kcwc.org.uk


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  • Theatre - "The Cherry Orchard"

    • 27/10/2026
    • 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
    • Harold Pinter theatre
    • 0
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    Kristin Scott Thomas is starring in Chekhov's final master piece that captures a world in delicate, inevitable transition - and remains as timeless and resonant as ever.

    When Lyubov Ranevskaya (Scott Thomas) returns to her childhood estate after years abroad, she finds her family home and beloved cherry orchard under threat.  As old loyalties falter and new ambitions rise, a world of privilege begins to crumble.  Can Lyubov embrace the future, or will the pull of memory prove impossible to escape?

    Don't miss this deeply moving portrait of love, loss and letting go . . . 

    NOTE: There will be an optional Pre-Theatre Dinner at your own expense. Details will be emailed from the Activity Leader closer to the event to the KCWC members who have purchased a ticket.


    For any queries contact event organiser Viola Hindley at theatre@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Art History - Know Before You Go - "Painting the French Riviera": Part 2

    • 28/10/2026
    • 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    • East India Club, 16 St James's Square SW1Y 4LH
    • 42
    Register

    The story of how the Côte d'Azur dazzled modern art's great innovators.

    To Monet, it was like "swimming in blue air."  To Braque, a "joyful revelation."  Derain compared its cerulean hues to "sticks of dynamite . . . primed to discharge light."

    The radiance of the French Riviera left an indelible mark on artists.  It roused the imaginations not only of the 19th and 20th centuries' greatest painters - among them Picasso, Matisse, Cézanne, Renoir and Klein - but giants of literature, cinema and fashion, whose works helped define the carefree glamour and eternal romance of the Côte d'Azur.

    From the 1870's, the azure seas and sapphire skies of the French Riviera beckoned artists, writers, intellectuals and aristocrats searching for an escape from their drab and crowded industrial cities.  What they discovered was the landscape of their dreams - one that propelled the Impressionists, Post-Impressionists and Modernists to new creative heights.

    In these two lectures, Jo Rhymer will discuss the exhibition at the Royal Academy "Painting The French Riviera" from 2 October 2026 - 31 January 2027, which looks at how the French Riviera supported the rise of modern art - and later became a travel destination and film location that epitomised midcentury sophistication.

    Immerse yourself, just as these artists did, in a Mediterranean paradise.


    Please join us from 9:30am for coffee. 


    For any queries, please contact event organiser Susan Alloun at arthistory1@kcwc.org.uk

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  • After Six - Buon Appetito

    • 28/10/2026
    • 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
    • Azzurra Restaurant, 127 Sloane Street, Chelsea, SW1 9AS
    • 0
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    Join the After Six Crew for a modern Italian meal a stone’s throw away from Sloane Square.

    Azzurra is part of the Aqua Group ( Aqua Shard) and has restaurants in major global cities. The Chelsea eatery maintains their high standards, whether it be the sustainable fresh fish or the homemade pasta, the food is delicious. The setting is equally impressive, with an elegant coastal theme running throughout, and a striking 16 metre bar as you enter.

    There will be a choice of two courses with ample selection of a main, and either a starter or dessert. Pre- orders will be taken closer to the date. The price includes service and table water, but all other drinks are on your own tab.

    A presto or see you soon!



    Please contact Activity Leaders Alison Wacker and Lisa Woodcock for any queries at aftersix@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Foodies - Day of the Dead Celebration Lunch

    • 29/10/2026
    • 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    • A member's home in SW18
    • 1
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    The Day of the Dead is not intended as a sad or macabre day - it’s meant to celebrate your loved ones' lives and all the good they brought into the world when they were here with us.

    Come and share happy memories whilst learning how to cook some Mexican dishes, then sit down to a simple feast and a spicy margarita (non alcoholic also available). 

    Ticket costs £60.00 and includes mini cookery demo, cocktails, recipes and sit down lunch. 

    Please book a free ticket here and contact the organizer on foodies@kcwc.org.uk for payment instructions.

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  • CANCELLED: Evening Speaker - The Battle of Isandlwana, a Talk by Douglas Rattray

    • 29/10/2026
    • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • Royal Geographical Society, 1 Kensington Gore, SW7 2AR
    • 28

    The Battle of Isandlwana, A Talk by Douglas Rattray 

    Experience a vivid, moving account of the Battle of Isandlwana from both the English and Zulu perspectives. Douglas Rattray—son of the internationally renowned Anglo-Zulu War expert David Rattray—brings the courage of desperate soldiers and the gallantry of proud Zulu warriors to life, capturing the events of 22 January 1879 with passion and brilliant storytelling.

    Anyone who has heard Douglas speak on the battlefields of Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift knows his deep knowledge, passion, and wonderful ability to captivate an audience.

    Douglas Rattray, from Fugitives’ Drift Lodge near the Anglo-Zulu War battlefields in South Africa, continues his father’s legacy with authority and warmth.

    Join us for an unforgettable evening of history and storytelling! Refreshments included. This event is open to partners and guests.


    TICKETS: £31.05 online with our KCWC 20% discount code provided by the Activity Leader.

    Step1 - sign-up on this KCWC site to reserve a spot and indicate your interest.

    Step 2 - contact the Activity Leader at eveningspeakers@kcwc.org.uk to request the link and KCWC Discount Code you will need to actually purchase your ticket through the Royal Geographical Society.


    For any queries, contact Event Organiser Ina Messer at eveningspeakers@kcwc.org.uk


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  • Mahjong

    • 02/11/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB
    • 15
    Register

    KCWC Mahjong Mornings welcome you to join us for 2 hours (10.30-12.30) every Monday at The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB

    Prompt arrival at 10.30 is critical, as is registration (by purchasing a ticket below), by noon the Sunday prior each week to ensure we have enough mahjong sets and players.

    While new players will be given instructional materials, regular players will need to purchase a Mahjong Book (c.£30) to bring to each meeting.

    Please ensure you book a ticket for each date you wish to attend. 

    For any queries please contact Activity Leader Nicola Harayda at mahjong@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Mix'n Mingle Coffee Morning - Heidi Bakery Chelsea

    • 03/11/2026
    • 10:15 AM - 11:45 AM
    • West Road, Royal Hospital Chelsea SW3 4SR
    • 12
    Register

    Please come and join us at the delightful Heidi Chelsea bakery and cafe.

    Heidi Chelsea is located in the stunning Grade II listed Soane Stable Yard, part of the historic Royal Hospital Chelsea and home of the Chelsea Pensioners.  This forty-cover bakery is within the historic horse stalls of the stable yard, which was built by Sir John Soane between 1814 and 1817.


    The entrance is located opposite the Ormonde gate.

    Please contact event organiser Lisa Woodcock for any queries at mixnmingle1@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Volunteer With Us At The Wandsworth Food Bank

    • 03/11/2026
    • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • 9 Ferrier Street, Wandsworth, SW18 1SW
    • 3
    Register

    You can make a difference by joining us for just 2 hours on the first Tuesday of every month.

    KCWC supports the Wandsworth Foodbank by helping to sort, label and organise the food donations. You'll find that the 2 hours just flies by!

    The Wandsworth Foodbank Warehouse is located at 9 Ferrier Street, Wandsworth, SW18 1SW, conveniently located 2 minutes walk from Wandsworth Town Station and easily accessed by many bus routes.

    Make a difference by signing up and help KCWC and Wandsworth Foodbank to support those less fortunate! 

    If tickets are sold-out for this event, you are welcome to join the waitlist - please note that we typically only get to the first one or two members on the waitlist, so please don't be disappointed if you are not contacted.   

    Please email event organiser Christie Bachmann for any queries at charityvolunteers@kcwc.org.uk

    *Note: If you're interested in regular volunteering, Wandsworth Foodbank are also looking for kind and compassionate people who can commit to volunteering once a week for a minimum of six months. 

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  • German Conversation

    • 04/11/2026
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • A Member's Home
    • 8
    Register

    Come and practice your spoken and written German in a friendly and supportive environment.

    Our meetings usually take place in one of the member’s home to discuss current affairs and read a topical text from a German magazine or newspaper.

    So book your attendance to find out where the next meeting will take place.


    Please contact Activity Leader Bianca Maclean if you have any queries at german@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Mahjong

    • 09/11/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB
    • 15
    Register

    KCWC Mahjong Mornings welcome you to join us for 2 hours (10.30-12.30) every Monday at The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB

    Prompt arrival at 10.30 is critical, as is registration (by purchasing a ticket below), by noon the Sunday prior each week to ensure we have enough mahjong sets and players.

    While new players will be given instructional materials, regular players will need to purchase a Mahjong Book (c.£30) to bring to each meeting.

    Please ensure you book a ticket for each date you wish to attend. 

    For any queries please contact Activity Leader Nicola Harayda at mahjong@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Volunteer at Refettorio Felix Community Kitchen

    • 09/11/2026
    • 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • St Cuthbert's Church, 50 Philbeach Gardens, SW5 9EB
    • 5
    Register

    Join us  at Refettorio Felix, St Cuthbert’s in Earl’s Court.  Help us serve a restaurant-quality 3-course lunch in a decorative community kitchen!

    Refettorio Felix proudly opens itself to people who struggle with many issues including loneliness, mental health difficulties, substance misuse, and rough sleeping. Their stated mission is “to bring dignity back to the table and promote a sense of community whilst tackling the dual issues of food waste and food poverty with our surplus food lunch service.”

    We are looking for  volunteers to assist with meal service, once per month. The three-hour shift begins at 11:00am with an induction followed by set up, lunch service, and table clearance.  Afterwards, you are invited to join the staff for a lovely hot meal.

    Please get involved in helping our shared community.

    Signing Up: We request volunteers to sign up at least one week in advance to inform the organisers of all members of our group and review all guidelines. Should you be unable to attend, please notify us immediately so we can contact someone from the waitlist to replace you as the kitchen will depend on our KCWC commitment.  If tickets are sold-out for this event, you are welcome to join the waitlist - please note that we typically only get to the first one or two members on the waitlist, so please don't be disappointed if you are not contacted.  

    Please email event organiser Dina McCormick for any queries at charityvolunteers@kcwc.org.uk

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  • French Conversation

    • 10/11/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • Baker Street
    • 5
    Register

    Welcome to the French Conversation Group!  If you would like to maintain and improve your French, we will give you opportunities to practice this language amongst a pleasant group of international ladies.

    Themes will be given in advance so you can prepare them at home before discussing with the group when we meet, every fortnight,  at a member's home. A good level of French is required.

    Meeting location details will be sent to registered participants before each meeting.

    Please book a ticket below to indicate your intention to participate in this meeting. For any queries contact event organiser Genevieve Sentier at french@kcwc.org.uk


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  • London Walks - Crossing the Seas at the British Museum

    • 10/11/2026
    • 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    • British Museum
    • 17
    Register

    Keep The Date . . . 

    Guide: Muriel Carre

    additional information coming soon!







    Note: We will be meeting at 2pm sharp at the Holborn tube station

    For any queries contact event organiser Geneviève Sentier at londonwalks@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Evening Events - Adornment through History

    • 10/11/2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • The Admiral Codrington, 17 Mossop Street, SW3 2LY
    • 28
    Register

    From Persian Kings & Nefertiti to Contemporary Art

    An intimate evening with artist and jewellery designer Marcela Alatorre.

    Join KCWC for a fascinating evening exploring the history, symbolisnm and artistry of the necklace with artist and jewellery designer Marcela Alatorre Shirazi, creator of "Make Near Heaven".

    An artist since childhood, Marcela studied at Central Saint Martins and the Victoria & Albert Museum and has spent more than two decades creating distinctive statement necklaces from rare antique and vintage glass beads.  Her work combines her love of colour, texture, history and craftsmanship, and has attracted collectors from around the world.

    Through an illustrated talk, Marcela will take us on a visual journey from the magnificent jewellery of ancient Persia and Egypt, including the iconic adornments of Nefertiti, through to contemporary art and design.  We'll discover how necklaces have been used throughout history to express identity, status, symbolism and personal style.

    Following the talk and Q&A, guests will have the opportunity to view Marcela's collection up close.  Each statement necklace incorporates antique and vintage glass dating from the 1800s to the present day, giving historical materials new life through a circular approach to fashion.  Pieces will also be available to purchase during the evening.

    A wonderfully intimate evening of art, history, jewellery and conversation.


    For any queries please contact Activity Leader Sarah-Jane Luckhurst at eveningevents@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Art History - Know before you go: Duncan Grant and Vanessa Bell, The Bloomsbury Group's Most Famous Duo

    • 11/11/2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:15 PM
    • East India Club, 16 St James's Square SW1Y 4LH
    • 30
    Register

    To mark the opening of Tate Britain’s major exhibition on the 12th of November, Cindy Polemis delves into the lives of two of Britain’s most famous artists of the early 20th century: Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant - core members of the non-conformist Bloomsbury Group, the circle of British intellectuals and artists famed for their unconventional lives and intense partnerships. They were described by the American writer Dorothy Parker as ‘living in squares, painting in circles and loving in triangles’ and had a pivotal influence on the course of art, design and literature. Bell and Grant had an extraordinary artistic and emotional partnership which spanned more than fifty years which was to mark a crucial moment in the history of modernism in British art.

    Please come at 9:30 for a coffee or tea. The lecture begins promptly at 10:00 and we aim to finish by 12:15.  Please remember it is a dress code at the club so please no jeans or trainers.  


    For any queries, please contact event organiser Susan Shriver at arthistory@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Antiques & Design - The Huguenots: A Tea Time Talk with Nicholas Merchant

    • 11/11/2026
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Zoom
    • 48
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    The story of migration is as old as time itself. But for Europe, the migration of thousands of Protestants from France in the latter part of the 17th century was to have a profound impact that reverberated through Europe and beyond.  

    Known as Huguenots, these religious refugees influenced decorative arts from silk to silver, primarily enriching England as the land to which they exited France in droves.

    Nicholas Merchant will tell us the story behind this exodus and the rich artistic patrimony that accompanied it.  


    For any queries contact Mary Narvell at antiques1@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Mahjong

    • 16/11/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB
    • 15
    Register

    KCWC Mahjong Mornings welcome you to join us for 2 hours (10.30-12.30) every Monday at The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB

    Prompt arrival at 10.30 is critical, as is registration (by purchasing a ticket below), by noon the Sunday prior each week to ensure we have enough mahjong sets and players.

    While new players will be given instructional materials, regular players will need to purchase a Mahjong Book (c.£30) to bring to each meeting.

    Please ensure you book a ticket for each date you wish to attend. 

    For any queries please contact Activity Leader Nicola Harayda at mahjong@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Book Group - "Washington Square" by Henry James

    • 16/11/2026
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • The Duchess of Kensington, 25 Gloucester Road, South Kensington, SW7 4PL
    • 0
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    On New York City's Washington Square lives Catherine Sloper, a shy and plain young woman who is tyrannized by her wealthy, overbearing father. When young Morris Townsend begins to court her, Dr. Sloper distrusts his motives, believing that the young man could not possibly love his daughter.

    Both lovers are obstinate in their affections; but when Dr. Sloper threatens to disinherit Catherine, Townsend disappears, leaving Catherine to humiliation, heartache, and lonely spinsterhood. Years later, after her father's death, Townsend returns, and Catherine must make up her own mind about his intentions.


    For any queries, contact event organizers Roopa Girard and Marika Carle at bookgroup@kcwc.org.uk
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  • After Six - Cabernet and Kebabs Wine Tasting Event

    • 17/11/2026
    • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Honey & Co, 216 Great Portland Street, W1W 5QW
    • 0
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    Let’s raise a glass of red! Join After Six for an informative and fun evening of wine tasting, hosted by Honey & Co Great Portland.

    Over the course of the evening, four pours of Cabernet Sauvignon will be served, and the kitchen will provide small plates of grilled food including kebabs to complement the wine. Please note that the kitchen cannot accommodate any dietary requirements.

    We will meet downstairs in the cellar at 6:30 pm for a 7 pm start. The price includes: 4 wine pours of 75 ml each, small plates of grilled food, and service. 

    Please contact After Six if the tickets are sold out, and join the wait list too.

    Close tube stations include: Great Portland Street, Oxford Circus, Warren Street, and Regent’s Park. 


    Please contact Activity Leaders Alison Wacker and Lisa Woodcock for any queries at aftersix@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Art History - Making Sense of Early Christian Art: the Virgin Mary in Icons

    • 18/11/2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:15 PM
    • East India Club, 16 St James's Square SW1Y 4LH
    • 43
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    In this lecture we will be focus on the icons of the early church, mostly at the Virgin Mary in early icon images.  The Virgin Mary has such a large range of artwork.  We will be looking at the key figures, style, and context of the work against the background of history and conflicts. 

    We have a new lecturer for you.  Elisa Stafferini, art historian, has been highly recommended by one of our members.  She specializes in Renaissance and early modern Italian art.  Her research interests encompass early modern visual culture, iconography and iconology, gender and politics in art, and the relationship between word and image. She has delivered lectures on Renaissance art and iconography in both Italy and the UK and taught the module “Art in London before 1600” at University College London. 

    Please come at 9:30 for a coffee or tea. The lecture begins promptly at 10:00 and we aim to finish by 12:15.  Please remember it is a dress code at the club so please no jeans or trainers.  


    For any queries, please contact event organiser Susan Shriver at arthistory@kcwc.org.uk

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  • German Conversation

    • 18/11/2026
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • A Member's Home
    • 7
    Register

    Come and practice your spoken and written German in a friendly and supportive environment.

    Our meetings usually take place in one of the member’s home to discuss current affairs and read a topical text from a German magazine or newspaper.

    So book your attendance to find out where the next meeting will take place.


    Please contact Activity Leader Bianca Maclean if you have any queries at german@kcwc.org.uk

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  • November 2026 Guest Speaker Address - Julie Weston

    • 19/11/2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • Kent House, Knightsbridge, Rutland Gardens, SW& 1BX
    • 104
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    Our guest speaker this month is Julie Weston, the Executive Director of the Orange Tree Theatre in Richmond following her appointment in July 2025. The theatre is highly acclaimed and is noted for its artistic excellence including high quality, intimate productions that combine new plays, bold revivals and rarely seen classics. It was named Joint Theatre of the Year at The Stage Awards in 2025. 

    Julie is an experienced leader in the arts and not-for-profit sectors, with a career dedicated to organisational development and change. She has held senior leadership roles with a variety of cultural and arts organisations including that of Administrative Director at the Edinburgh International Book Festival, at the Audience Agency, Wac Arts and Cardboard Citizens. Julie has a track record of creating values-led, resilient organisations and environments where people feel empowered to take responsibility.

    She will tell us about the successful running of the Orange Tree Theatre and how to stage a play, including the programming and liaison with the actors. In spite of an environment which receives no financial support from the Arts Council or the government, Julie will explain how the theatre has managed to achieve consistent commercial and critical success.

    Tentative schedule for the day:

    9:30am - 10:45am - Registration, tea/coffee, Activity Leader and vendor tables

    10:50am - Members to take their seats in the auditorium

    11:00am - Introductions

    11:10am - Guest Speaker

    12:05pm - Q&A

    12:30pm - Meeting conclusion

    For any queries, contact Katy Cooke at programmes1@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Evening Book Group - My Friends by Fredrick Backman

    • 19/11/2026
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • TBC
    • 8
    Register

    This month's discussion will be on My Friends by Fredrik Backman (448 pages).

    Twenty-five years ago, a group of teenagers found solace in each other during one unforgettable summer. Their friendship inspired a transcendent work of art, a painting that now mysteriously belongs to eighteen-year-old aspiring artist Louisa.

    Driven to learn the story behind its creation, Louisa embarks on a journey to the seaside town where it all began. But as she gets closer to the painting’s birthplace, Louisa learns that happy endings do not always take the form we expect.

    For any queries, contact Claudia on eveningbookgroup@kcwc.org.uk

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  • British History - The Royal Hospital Chelsea

    • 20/11/2026
    • 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
    • The Royal Hospital Chelsea, SW3 4SR
    • 25
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    NOTE: Tickets need to be purchased by Oct 22nd 

    The Royal Hospital Chelsea is a historic building designed by the architect Sir Christopher Wren. It is not actually a hospital caring for the sick, as we know hospitals are today. It is the home to nearly 300 army veterans who come from various backgrounds across the United Kingdom. It has a long history as it has been their home since 1692 when it was founded by King Charles II.  

    For the Chelsea Pensioners, life at the Royal Hospital Chelsea is full of tradition and activity. They live in their own accommodation, known as ‘berths,’ and enjoy access to a range of facilities and services designed especially for them. They participate in ceremonial duties and public events and engage in social and recreational activities. They are active and involved members of both the Royal Hospital community and the wider society. 

    We will be led on a 90-minute tour of the beautiful Hospital by one of the Pensioners who will give us an insider’s view of what it is like to live in this unique place.  

    After the tour we will go to Heidi Bakery which is on the premises for a delicious coffee and cake on our own tab. 

     

    For any enqueries, please contact event organiser Mimi Rolbant at british1@kcwc.org.uk 

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  • Mahjong

    • 23/11/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB
    • 15
    Register

    KCWC Mahjong Mornings welcome you to join us for 2 hours (10.30-12.30) every Monday at The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB

    Prompt arrival at 10.30 is critical, as is registration (by purchasing a ticket below), by noon the Sunday prior each week to ensure we have enough mahjong sets and players.

    While new players will be given instructional materials, regular players will need to purchase a Mahjong Book (c.£30) to bring to each meeting.

    Please ensure you book a ticket for each date you wish to attend. 

    For any queries please contact Activity Leader Nicola Harayda at mahjong@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Contemporary Art - Behind the Artwork: Residency, Exhibition & Studio Visit at Gasworks

    • 23/11/2026
    • 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    • Gasworks Art Gallery - 155 Vauxhall Street, SE11 5RH
    • 6
    Register

    The Art Ecosystem Behind the Artwork

    Go behind the artwork and discover the ecosystem of people, ideas and organisations that shapes artistic practice and brings contemporary art to life.

    Our visit to Gasworks will offer a unique insight into an organisation dedicated to supporting artists through its residency programme, creative exchange and the development of new work. A member of the Gasworks team will introduce us to the organisation and its residency programme, before guiding us through Disco Inferno, Paloma Contreras Lomas’ first solo exhibition in Europe. We will discover the ideas and research behind the exhibition and how her work developed during her residency at Gasworks.

    We will also have the rare opportunity to meet a residency artists in their studios, gaining a glimpse into the environment where new ideas and projects are taking shape.

    As the studio space can accommodate only a limited number of visitors, places for the visit will be limited.

    Whether you are already familiar with contemporary art or simply curious to discover more, this visit offers a rare opportunity to look beyond the finished artwork and discover the people, ideas and creative journeys that shape contemporary art before it reaches the public.


    For any queries, contact Event Organiser Anna Bianchi at contemporary1@kcwc.org.uk

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  • French Conversation

    • 24/11/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • Baker Street
    • 6
    Register

    Welcome to the French Conversation Group!  If you would like to maintain and improve your French, we will give you opportunities to practice this language amongst a pleasant group of international ladies.

    Themes will be given in advance so you can prepare them at home before discussing with the group when we meet, every fortnight,  at a member's home. A good level of French is required.

    Meeting location details will be sent to registered participants before each meeting.

    Please book a ticket below to indicate your intention to participate in this meeting. For any queries contact event organiser Genevieve Sentier at french@kcwc.org.uk


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  • Drop-In Coffee Morning

    • 24/11/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • The Duchess of Kensington, 25 Gloucester Road, SW7 4PL
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    You're Invited to our Drop-In Coffee Morning!

    Start your day with great coffee, friendly conversation and the opportunity to connect with others in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

    Whether you’re a new member, reconnecting with familiar faces, or simply looking for a relaxed morning and good conversation, we'd love you to join us. Just drop in, purchase a cup of coffee, and enjoy the company! 

    It’s the perfect opportunity to meet new people, build connections and enjoy a delightful morning together in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

    We look forward to welcoming you for a morning of coffee, conversation and connection!


    For further information, please contact the event organisers Karen Kaldezar and Maria Rologi, at dropincoffee@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Theatre - "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf"

    • 24/11/2026
    • 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    • @sohoplace, 4 Soho Place, W1D 3BG
    • 0
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    Gillian Anderson and Billy Crudup star in  a new revival of Edward Albee’s Who's afraid of Virginia Woolf? at @sohoplace. 

    In the early hours of the morning on the campus of an American college, Martha, much to her husband George’s displeasure, has invited the new professor Nick and his wife Honey to their home for some after-party drinks.  As the alcohol flows and dawn approaches, the young couple are drawn into George and Martha’s toxic games until the evening reaches its climax in a moment of devastating truth-telling.

    Edward Albee’s drama remains one of the most powerful and unflinching portrayals of marriage ever written. Brutal, funny and deeply human.  "Who’s afraid of Virginia Woolf?" continues to shock and captivate audiences long after its debut. 


    NOTE: There will be an optional Pre-Theatre Dinner at your own expense. Details will be emailed from the Activity Leader closer to the event to the KCWC members who have purchased a ticket to the musical.


    For any queries contact event organiser Viola Hindley at theatre@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Glorious Gardens - Chelsea Physic Garden Christmas Fair

    • 26/11/2026
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Chelsea Physic Garden, 66 Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, SW3 4HS
    • 8
    Register

    Please join us for our annual visit to Chelsea Physic Garden’s Christmas Fair.  For the Christmas Fair, the garden  is transformed into a festive wonderland with over 100 stalls featuring independent businesses selling a range of gifts - from wreaths to clothing, accessories to homewares and specialty food and drink.  You can indulge in festive treats, hot chocolate and mulled wine at the stalls and their cafe.

    We will  have a coffee/tea get together at their cafe after we’ve had time to peruse all the wonderful stalls.

    Two Step sign-up process:

    1) Please buy your ticket directly from Chelsea Physic Garden website for the 10:00am time slot via the link below.  Please DO NOT sign up for this activity on the KCWC site until you have purchased an actual ticket as the tickets can sell out quite quickly.

    https://chelseaphysicgarden.seetickets.com/event/chelsea-physic-garden-christmas-fair/chelsea-physic-garden/3707884 


    2) Sign-up a for a ticket here on the KCWC website so we can track who is coming


    For any queries, contact Event Organiser Evelyn Jin Hipperson at GloriousGardens@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Pop Up: The Drug Discovery Journey

    • 26/11/2026
    • 11:30 AM - 2:15 PM
    • London Chelsea Laboratory
    • 20

    This is a very worthwhile experience at the Institute of Cancer Research as they focus on breast cancer, multiple myloma, and prostate cancer.  Their scientists will talk to us about their research and we will then visit the labs.

    Members are welcome to purchase a guest ticket for a partner or friend given the breadth of research that will be discussed by the scientists.

    Agenda:

    11:30 - Arrive by hired coach; collect visitor passes

    12:00 - Welcome and introduction to the Institute

    12:15 - Presentation: The Drug Discovery Journey by senior scientists in the CCDD

    1:00 - Laboratory tours

    2:00 - Event closes

    2:15 - Coach departs

    NOTE: The £5 ticket purchased here will hold your spot and go towards the cost of the hired coach, but there may be an additional charge depending on the cost of the coach.

    For any queries, contact event organizer Eve Mitleton-Kelly at Popup@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Mahjong

    • 30/11/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB
    • 15
    Register

    KCWC Mahjong Mornings welcome you to join us for 2 hours (10.30-12.30) every Monday at The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB

    Prompt arrival at 10.30 is critical, as is registration (by purchasing a ticket below), by noon the Sunday prior each week to ensure we have enough mahjong sets and players.

    While new players will be given instructional materials, regular players will need to purchase a Mahjong Book (c.£30) to bring to each meeting.

    Please ensure you book a ticket for each date you wish to attend. 

    For any queries please contact Activity Leader Nicola Harayda at mahjong@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Volunteer With Us At The Wandsworth Food Bank

    • 01/12/2026
    • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • 9 Ferrier Street, Wandsworth, SW18 1SW
    • 4
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    You can make a difference by joining us for just 2 hours on the first Tuesday of every month.

    KCWC supports the Wandsworth Foodbank by helping to sort, label and organise the food donations. You'll find that the 2 hours just flies by!

    The Wandsworth Foodbank Warehouse is located at 9 Ferrier Street, Wandsworth, SW18 1SW, conveniently located 2 minutes walk from Wandsworth Town Station and easily accessed by many bus routes.

    Make a difference by signing up and help KCWC and Wandsworth Foodbank to support those less fortunate! 

    If tickets are sold-out for this event, you are welcome to join the waitlist - please note that we typically only get to the first one or two members on the waitlist, so please don't be disappointed if you are not contacted.   

    Please email event organiser Christie Bachmann for any queries at charityvolunteers@kcwc.org.uk

    *Note: If you're interested in regular volunteering, Wandsworth Foodbank are also looking for kind and compassionate people who can commit to volunteering once a week for a minimum of six months. 

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  • Pop Up: Festive Trip to Prague

    • 02/12/2026
    • 05/12/2026
    • Prague - Hotel Josef
    • 0
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    There are few cities that conjure up the image of Christmas more than Prague. We are offering a festive trip to Prague, staying three nights from December 2-5th. Hotel Josef (4/5*) will be our base, conveniently situated in the heart of the historic old town.

    The trip provides a perfect balance of guided tours and free time to meander around this historic city. Tour One is a six hour day trip which entails a guided walking tour of the city, entrance to St. Charles Bridge museum, a traditional Czech lunch, and a boat cruise on the River Vitava. The following morning , a three hour guided tour of the various Christmas markets is offered, with a free afternoon to explore on your own.

    There are only ten places on this trip so be sure to register soon. A £3 registration fee will be charged, and then we will send you a link to pay your deposit to the travel company. See details below . . . 

    Trip Includes:

    • Round trip air flights with British Airways to Prague (one suitcase)
    • Round trip airport transfers to Hotel Josef
    • Daily breakfast
    • Guided tour of the old city, lunch and a boat ride with refreshments
    • Guided morning tour of Christmas markets
    • unless specified above, all other meals on your own tab

     Costs:

    • The price is £875 pp if sharing with a KCWC friend in a twin bedded room OR the price is £1225 pp for a private Superior king bedroom 
    • A £300 non- refundable deposit must be made to ensure your place. A link for the payment to the travel agency will be sent to you.
    •  The remainder of the payment will be made at a later date and is subject to a refund 8 days or more in advance of the start date. (minus the deposit)

    After purchasing your spot  here on the KCWC site, please contact event organisers Ina Messer and Alison Wacker at popup@kcwc.org.uk  It's going to be magical!

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  • German Conversation

    • 02/12/2026
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • A Member's Home
    • 7
    Register

    Come and practice your spoken and written German in a friendly and supportive environment.

    Our meetings usually take place in one of the member’s home to discuss current affairs and read a topical text from a German magazine or newspaper.

    So book your attendance to find out where the next meeting will take place.


    Please contact Activity Leader Bianca Maclean if you have any queries at german@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Mahjong

    • 07/12/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB
    • 16
    Register

    KCWC Mahjong Mornings welcome you to join us for 2 hours (10.30-12.30) every Monday at The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB

    Prompt arrival at 10.30 is critical, as is registration (by purchasing a ticket below), by noon the Sunday prior each week to ensure we have enough mahjong sets and players.

    While new players will be given instructional materials, regular players will need to purchase a Mahjong Book (c.£30) to bring to each meeting.

    Please ensure you book a ticket for each date you wish to attend. 

    For any queries please contact Activity Leader Nicola Harayda at mahjong@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Contemporary Art - Private Guided Visit: Art and AI at Gazelli Art House

    • 07/12/2026
    • 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    • Gazelli Art House; 39 Dover Street, W15 4NN
    • 21
    Register

    Art, Artificial Intelligence & New Technologies

    Join us for a special opportunity to explore the fascinating relationship between art, artificial intelligence and new technologies at Gazelli Art House, a leading contemporary art gallery renowned for its forward-looking programme. The gallery is particularly known for its exploration of the intersection between art, science, technology and new forms of artistic practice.

    During the visit, we will be guided through AI Then and Now by Paul Luckraft, Head of Programme at Gazelli Art House. Curated by Jasia Reichardt, the pioneering curator behind the landmark Cybernetic Serendipity exhibition at the ICA in London in 1968, the exhibition brings together the work of 50 artists, rare archival material and live contributions from engineers working at the forefront of AI innovation.

    Through the exhibition, we will consider how artists have engaged with technology over time and how artificial intelligence is influencing new forms of creative practice today. The exhibition also examines how these cross-disciplinary experiments may give rise to new forms of culture across the visual arts, music and literature.

    The visit provides valuable insight into the ideas behind the exhibition, its curatorial vision, and the collaboration between artists, researchers and technologists exploring new possibilities for creativity.

    Whether you are already familiar with contemporary art or simply curious to discover more, this experience offers a fascinating glimpse into the evolving relationship between human creativity, technology and the future of artistic expression.

    The gallery will kindly provide refreshments for the group during the visit.


    For any queries, contact Event Organiser Anna Bianchi at contemporary1@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Theatre - "The Lives of Others"

    • 07/12/2026
    • 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
    • Adelphi Theatre, WC2R 0NR
    • 0
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    Listening changes everything.

    1984. East Germany. A writer and an actor are placed under state surveillance. From the attic above their apartment, a Stasi man listens for evidence of subversion. But . . . what was first an operation to prove guilt becomes a story about empathy and complicity. To observe a life is to risk changing your own. 

    Olivier Award-winner Robert Icke  (Oedipus, Oresteia, Romeo & Juliet) adapts and directs this first stage version of Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck’s acclaimed film , starring:

    Keira Knightley (Black Doves, Atonement, The Misanthrope) 

    Stephen Dillane (Game of Thrones, The Tunnel, Vigil)

    Luke Thompson(Bridgerton, Dunkirk, Oresteia)

    "The Lives of Others" revisits a story that has only grown more contemporary over time. Living in a culture shaped by surveillance, technological identification, and loose definition of freedom, this play asks us to ponder what lives on when our thoughts and speeches are captured, even in our most intimate moments, and what the cost of humanity means. 


    NOTE: There will be an optional Pre-Theatre Dinner at your own expense. Details will be emailed from the Activity Leader closer to the event to the KCWC members who have purchased a ticket to the musical.


    For any queries contact event organiser Viola Hindley at theatre@kcwc.org.uk

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  • French Conversation

    • 08/12/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • Baker Street
    • 6
    Register

    Welcome to the French Conversation Group!  If you would like to maintain and improve your French, we will give you opportunities to practice this language amongst a pleasant group of international ladies.

    Themes will be given in advance so you can prepare them at home before discussing with the group when we meet, every fortnight,  at a member's home. A good level of French is required.

    Meeting location details will be sent to registered participants before each meeting.

    Please book a ticket below to indicate your intention to participate in this meeting. For any queries contact event organiser Genevieve Sentier at french@kcwc.org.uk


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  • Save the Date: Christmas Lunch w/KCWC

    • 08/12/2026
    • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • TBD
    • 85

    Our traditional Christmas gathering returns this year!

    This festive luncheon is a wonderful chance to share the KCWC spirit with those closest to you.  Bring along your husbands, partners, family and friends to celebrate inclusively, while offering guests a taste of what KCWC is all about and helping us grow our vibrant community.  Beyond fine food, wine and music, it's about reconnecting, sharing laughter and embracing the joy of the season together.

    ✨ Save the date and join us very special occasion – one of the true highlights of the KCWC calendar! ✨  

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  • London Walks - London's Silver Vaults

    • 09/12/2026
    • 10:15 AM - 12:30 PM
    • TBD
    • 14
    Register

    Keep The Date . . . 

    Guide: Muriel Carre

    additional information coming soon!







    Note: We will be meeting at 10.15am sharp at the TBA

    For any queries contact event organiser Geneviève Sentier at londonwalks@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Antiques & Design - The Lady Lever Collection: A Tea Time Talk with Nicholas Merchant

    • 10/12/2026
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Zoom
    • 48
    Register

    The story of the famed Lever Art Collection began with the simplest of household items – soap.  William Hesketh Lever (1851-1925) built a fortune from Sunlight Soap and, with it, built one of the biggest and most varied artistic collections of the 19th century. When his wife died in 1913, Lever created the Lady Lever Gallery in her beloved memory filling it with furniture, sculpture, ceramics and paintings.

    Join us to learn about this philanthropist aesthete and the industrial wealth that fueled his passion for collecting.  


    For any queries contact Mary Narvell at antiques1@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Mahjong

    • 14/12/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB
    • 16
    Register

    KCWC Mahjong Mornings welcome you to join us for 2 hours (10.30-12.30) every Monday at The Cooper's Arms, 87 Flood Street, SW3 5TB

    Prompt arrival at 10.30 is critical, as is registration (by purchasing a ticket below), by noon the Sunday prior each week to ensure we have enough mahjong sets and players.

    While new players will be given instructional materials, regular players will need to purchase a Mahjong Book (c.£30) to bring to each meeting.

    Please ensure you book a ticket for each date you wish to attend. 

    For any queries please contact Activity Leader Nicola Harayda at mahjong@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Book Group - "The Correspondent" by Virginia Evans

    • 14/12/2026
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • The Duchess of Kensington, 25 Gloucester Road, South Kensington, SW7 4PL
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    The Correspondent by Virginia Evans is an acclaimed epistolary novel told entirely through letters and emails. 

    The story follows Sybil Van Antwerp, a retired attorney in her 70s living in Annapolis, Maryland, who is grappling with aging, declining eyesight, and a tragic family history—most notably the childhood death of her son. Over the course of a decade (2012–2022), she uses her lifelong habit of writing letters to connect with a wide variety of people


    For any queries, contact event organizers Roopa Girard and Marika Carle at bookgroup@kcwc.org.uk
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  • German Conversation

    • 16/12/2026
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • A Member's Home
    • 8
    Register

    Come and practice your spoken and written German in a friendly and supportive environment.

    Our meetings usually take place in one of the member’s home to discuss current affairs and read a topical text from a German magazine or newspaper.

    So book your attendance to find out where the next meeting will take place.


    Please contact Activity Leader Bianca Maclean if you have any queries at german@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Art History - Know Before you go - Van Eyck "The Portriats"

    • 13/01/2027
    • 9:30 AM - 12:15 PM
    • East India Club, 16 St James's Square SW1Y 4LH
    • 44
    Register

    Jan Van Eyck’s portraits will all be together for the first time at the National Gallery.  Portraiture as we know it begins with Van Eyck. His vision and skill launched painting into a new era of unrivaled realism.

    Van Eyck captured his subjects in all their intimate details. Though these people sat for their portraits 600 years ago, they feel alive today. 

    Breathing life into Van Eyck’s world, the exhibition introduces the men and women he spent his life around. They are not kings, queens and aristocrats; they are successful craftsmen, merchants and the artist’s relatives. This is a story of people. This is the moment when access to art widened. 

    The exhibition marks the first and only time these works can be brought together. And this incredible display can only happen here, at the National Gallery. We are very lucky to have Chantal Brotherton-Radcliff lecture for us on the exhibit.  

    Please come at 9:30 for a coffee or tea. The lecture begins promptly at 10:00 and we aim to finish by 12:15.  Please remember there is a dress code at the club, so please no jeans or trainers.  


    For any queries, please contact event organiser Susan Shriver at arthistory@kcwc.org.uk

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  • 2027 Guest Speaker Address - TBA

    • 21/01/2027
    • 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • Kent House, Knightsbridge, Rutland Gardens, SW& 1BX
    • 122
    Register

    Information on our Guest Speaker will be added shortly.


    Tentative schedule for the day:

    9:30am - 10:45am - Registration, tea/coffee, Activity Leader and vendor tables

    10:50am - Members to take their seats in the auditorium

    11:00am - Introductions

    11:10am - Guest Speaker

    12:05pm - Q&A

    12:30pm - Meeting conclusion

    For any queries, contact Katy Cooke at programmes1@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Art History - Art in 18th Century Britain in 5 Parts: Part 1

    • 27/01/2027
    • 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • East India Club, 16 St James's Square SW1Y 4LH
    • 49
    Register

    Part 1: Hogarth and His World

    Eighteenth-century London was squalid, drunk, foul-mouthed, and dominated by scandal.  It was also a great place to achieve success whether in business, trade, entertainment, or art.

    In London and elsewhere, new stately homes and townhouses needed decoration, and both old money patrons and the nouveau-riche vied to demonstrate their status and good taste by buying art.

    By the end of the eighteenth century, a recognisably British style in landscape and portrait painting had developed, and the foundation of the Royal Academy of Arts set the seal on the prestige of British art.

    In this series of five lectures, Julia Musgrave - an Art Historian many of you are familiar with - will look at some of the social, political, philosophical and scientific background to these changes, and the impact of the Grand Tour on art, architecture and the decorative arts.

    Together we will explore the work of William Hogarth, Sir Joshua Reynolds and Thomas  Gainsborough, as well as their competitors and colleagues, George Romney, and Joseph Wright 'of Derby'.  We will also look at the continuing contribution of non-native artists: from Germany, Switzerland, America and Ireland, many of whom were Royal Academicians.

    There will be FIVE sessions on:

    Wed 27 January:  Part 1 "Hogarth and His World"

    Wed 10 February:  Part 2 "Defining a British Style - from St Martin's Lane to the Royal Academy"

    Wed 24 February:  Part 3 "A Mirror of Society - New Patrons, Portraits and Satire"

    Wed 10 March 2:  Part 4 "Influences from Abroad - The Grand Tour and Other Travels"

    Wed 24 March:  Part 5 "Imagination, Introspection and Industry - How the Enlightenment and Industrial Revolution Shaped British Art"


    Please join us from 9:30am for coffee.  


    For further information, please contact activity leader Susan Alloun at arthistory1@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Art History - Art in 18th Century Britain in 5 Parts: Part 2

    • 10/02/2027
    • 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • East India Club, 16 St James's Square SW1Y 4LH
    • 50
    Register

    Part 2: Defining a British Style - from St Martin's Lane to the Royal Academy

    Eighteenth-century London was squalid, drunk, foul-mouthed, and dominated by scandal.  It was also a great place to achieve success whether in business, trade, entertainment, or art.

    In London and elsewhere, new stately homes and townhouses needed decoration, and both old money patrons and the nouveau-riche vied to demonstrate their status and good taste by buying art.

    By the end of the eighteenth century, a recognisably British style in landscape and portrait painting had developed, and the foundation of the Royal Academy of Arts set the seal on the prestige of British art.

    In this series of five lectures, Julia Musgrave - an Art Historian many of you are familiar with - will look at some of the social, political, philosophical and scientific background to these changes, and the impact of the Grand Tour on art, architecture and the decorative arts.

    Together we will explore the work of William Hogarth, Sir Joshua Reynolds and Thomas  Gainsborough, as well as their competitors and colleagues, George Romney, and Joseph Wright 'of Derby'.  We will also look at the continuing contribution of non-native artists: from Germany, Switzerland, America and Ireland, many of whom were Royal Academicians.

    There are 4 sessions left in the 5 part series on:

    Wed 10 February:  Part 2 "Defining a British Style - from St Martin's Lane to the Royal Academy"

    Wed 24 February:  Part 3 "A Mirror of Society - New Patrons, Portraits and Satire"

    Wed 10 March 2:  Part 4 "Influences from Abroad - The Grand Tour and Other Travels"

    Wed 24 March:  Part 5 "Imagination, Introspection and Industry - How the Enlightenment and Industrial Revolution Shaped British Art"


    Please join us from 9:30am for coffee.  


    For further information, please contact activity leader Susan Alloun at arthistory1@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Art History - Art in 18th Century Britain in 5 Parts: Part 3

    • 24/02/2027
    • 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • East India Club, 16 St James's Square SW1Y 4LH
    • 50
    Register

    Part 3: A Mirror of Society - New Patrons, Portraits and Satire

    Eighteenth-century London was squalid, drunk, foul-mouthed, and dominated by scandal.  It was also a great place to achieve success whether in business, trade, entertainment, or art.

    In London and elsewhere, new stately homes and townhouses needed decoration, and both old money patrons and the nouveau-riche vied to demonstrate their status and good taste by buying art.

    By the end of the eighteenth century, a recognisably British style in landscape and portrait painting had developed, and the foundation of the Royal Academy of Arts set the seal on the prestige of British art.

    In this series of five lectures, Julia Musgrave - an Art Historian many of you are familiar with - will look at some of the social, political, philosophical and scientific background to these changes, and the impact of the Grand Tour on art, architecture and the decorative arts.

    Together we will explore the work of William Hogarth, Sir Joshua Reynolds and Thomas  Gainsborough, as well as their competitors and colleagues, George Romney, and Joseph Wright 'of Derby'.  We will also look at the continuing contribution of non-native artists: from Germany, Switzerland, America and Ireland, many of whom were Royal Academicians.

    There are 3 sessions left in the 5 part series on:

    Wed 24 February:  Part 3 "A Mirror of Society - New Patrons, Portraits and Satire"

    Wed 10 March 2:  Part 4 "Influences from Abroad - The Grand Tour and Other Travels"

    Wed 24 March:  Part 5 "Imagination, Introspection and Industry - How the Enlightenment and Industrial Revolution Shaped British Art"


    Please join us from 9:30am for coffee.  


    For further information, please contact activity leader Susan Alloun at arthistory1@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Art History - Art in 18th Century Britain in 5 Parts: Part 4

    • 10/03/2027
    • 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • East India Club, 16 St James's Square SW1Y 4LH
    • 50
    Register

    Part 4: Influences from Abroad - The Grand Tour and Other Travels

    Eighteenth-century London was squalid, drunk, foul-mouthed, and dominated by scandal.  It was also a great place to achieve success whether in business, trade, entertainment, or art.

    In London and elsewhere, new stately homes and townhouses needed decoration, and both old money patrons and the nouveau-riche vied to demonstrate their status and good taste by buying art.

    By the end of the eighteenth century, a recognisably British style in landscape and portrait painting had developed, and the foundation of the Royal Academy of Arts set the seal on the prestige of British art.

    In this series of five lectures, Julia Musgrave - an Art Historian many of you are familiar with - will look at some of the social, political, philosophical and scientific background to these changes, and the impact of the Grand Tour on art, architecture and the decorative arts.

    Together we will explore the work of William Hogarth, Sir Joshua Reynolds and Thomas  Gainsborough, as well as their competitors and colleagues, George Romney, and Joseph Wright 'of Derby'.  We will also look at the continuing contribution of non-native artists: from Germany, Switzerland, America and Ireland, many of whom were Royal Academicians.

    There are 2 sessions left in the 5 part series on:

    Wed 10 March 2:  Part 4 "Influences from Abroad - The Grand Tour and Other Travels"

    Wed 24 March:  Part 5 "Imagination, Introspection and Industry - How the Enlightenment and Industrial Revolution Shaped British Art"


    Please join us from 9:30am for coffee.  


    For further information, please contact activity leader Susan Alloun at arthistory1@kcwc.org.uk

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  • Art History - Art in 18th Century Britain in 5 Parts: Part 5

    • 24/03/2027
    • 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • East India Club, 16 St James's Square SW1Y 4LH
    • 50
    Register

    Part 5: Imagination, Introspection and Industry - How the Enlightenment and Industrial Revolution Shaped British Art

    Eighteenth-century London was squalid, drunk, foul-mouthed, and dominated by scandal.  It was also a great place to achieve success whether in business, trade, entertainment, or art.

    In London and elsewhere, new stately homes and townhouses needed decoration, and both old money patrons and the nouveau-riche vied to demonstrate their status and good taste by buying art.

    By the end of the eighteenth century, a recognisably British style in landscape and portrait painting had developed, and the foundation of the Royal Academy of Arts set the seal on the prestige of British art.

    In this series of five lectures, Julia Musgrave - an Art Historian many of you are familiar with - will look at some of the social, political, philosophical and scientific background to these changes, and the impact of the Grand Tour on art, architecture and the decorative arts.

    Together we will explore the work of William Hogarth, Sir Joshua Reynolds and Thomas  Gainsborough, as well as their competitors and colleagues, George Romney, and Joseph Wright 'of Derby'.  We will also look at the continuing contribution of non-native artists: from Germany, Switzerland, America and Ireland, many of whom were Royal Academicians.

    This is the last session in the 5 part series on:

    Wed 24 March:  Part 5 "Imagination, Introspection and Industry - How the Enlightenment and Industrial Revolution Shaped British Art"


    Please join us from 9:30am for coffee.  


    For further information, please contact activity leader Susan Alloun at arthistory1@kcwc.org.uk

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