Recession Proof Activities in London

With 2009 shaping up to being a difficult year financially with a recession looming over us and with London being one of the most expensive cities in Europe you would expect the majority of people would be scared to leave their homes in an attempt to save money.

However in London there are many cultural and exciting attractions that are very cheap and even better completely free! If you are looking for a London attraction on your own, with friends, or family there is literally hundreds of places to go that won’t cost you a penny.

You may be thinking that the places that offer these amazing deals would only offer them at certain times, or would restrict entry numbers, or you would have to book well in advance to even get a chance of getting in. This would be an incorrect assumption also, there is no catch, and for once this sounds too good to be true but it is true.

Free Art Galleries

Tate Modern

Located along the banks of the river Thames, Tate Modern is focused around art that was made from 1900 to the current day. Opened in 2000 Tate Modern has had literally millions of visitors through its stunning entrance and vast space with ST Pauls Cathedral a stones throw away. With three levels of galleries, a glass roof, great views of London, and eccentric contemporary art from Dali to Picasso Tate Modern has something for everyone, one of the most popular Art galleries in Europe and completely FREE!

Address: Bankside Power Station, 25 Sumner Street, SE1 9TG
Opening: Sun to Thu 10am-6pm, Fri & Sat 10am-10pm
Nearest Station: Blackfriars Tube

Free Entertainment

Covent Garden Market and Piazza

Covent Garden market is a hub of free displays, attractions and entertainment all year round. With its unique cobbled streets, open space and atmosphere Covent Garden has a special feeling to it. Featuring street theatre, music performances, and art are available to enjoy on a regular basis. In addition to miming, juggling, magic and dance on display you will be overwhelmed by the live entertainment on show. Completely open to the public all year round, and completely FREE!

Address: 41 The Market, Covent Garden Piazza, WC2E 8BE
Opening: Mon to Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 11am-6pm
Nearest Station: Covent Garden Tube

Free Museums

Imperial War Museum

The Imperial War museum was founded in 1917 and contains a fascinating display of 20th conflict including vehicles and many weapons of war, however also studies the social impact and effects of war. A real in depth representation of all aspects of conflict including weapons such as the V2 rocket, Polaris missile, and an insight to what life was like in the trenches from the battle of the Somme.

The sights, sounds and smells have been recreated to bring all the past conflicts to life and takes you back to some of the most brutal conflict times in history. In addition to thousands of paintings, films, and posters, the imperial war museum is a gripping and fascinating adventure into the reality of war at no cost at all!

Address: Lambeth Road, SE1 6HZ
Opening: Daily 10am-6pm
Nearest Station: Elephant & Castle Tube

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