What's On 27 October

Ellie Smith
October 27, 2024

Dear Reader,

Hopefully you’ve snagged an extra hour in bed as the clocks went back last night. Curiously this week, our site was deluged with hundreds of thousands of people searching for this – and I wondered why. Well, apparently the change will affect our skin (see here for why). For me, the chance to grab any more time in bed is a glorious gift, although it doesn’t mean I’m getting more sleep (boo). I’m one of the millions of us whose shut-eye is sometimes less than satisfactory. In fact, I’m starting to fantasise about a wellness break in Thailand – to disconnect, to recentre, to be surrounded by frangipani and bougainvillea and to stuff as much lemongrass into my system as possible. One to dream about perhaps.

Have a great week.

WHAT’S EXCITING ME THIS WEEK

All Hallow’s Eve

In the past few years, we’ve come over all American when it comes to Halloween: whole villages, houses, streets are given over to monstrous makeovers. But why do we celebrate it in the first place?

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We’re a society driven by trends – and this week, we’re diving into food and what we can see on our plates in 2025. Expect food as medicine to take centre stage as we fight to combat our obesity problem (without, ideally, heading down the Ozempic route).

Improve Your WFH Productivity

I’m usually at my kitchen table; the lighting is bad and the fridge within reach. Luckily, Martha Davies has some ideas on how to level up your home workspace – I sure do need them.

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England v Japan Rugby: Hospitality Packages

Our friends at Keith Prowse – the Principal Sales Partner to England Rugby Hospitality – have a selection of luxurious matchday hospitality experiences for England v Japan on Sunday 24 November at Allianz Stadium (formally Twickenham) coming up. Treat yourself to one of their official packages from £349pp + VAT.

FIVE THINGS NOT TO MISS

Kick off the festive season with a trip to ice skating rink Glide at Battersea Power Station. On 11 November there’s a special event running in aid of the NSPCC – book your tickets here. From 7pm

Esther Nienhuis 'Saudade (Snow)' 2024

Head to the Rebecca Hossack Art Gallery to see Saudade, a solo exhibition by Dutch artist Esther Nienhuis, with six new works on display. Until 9 November

C&TH’s interiors editor Carole Annett is hosting an evening of champagne and shopping in collaboration with Yves Delorme (complete with a 20 percent discount on products). 19 November, email [email protected] for more information

Looking for some last-minute Halloween plans? Here are London’s best spooky activities – from immersive theatre to wild parties (or just treat yourself to dinner).

Lucy & Yak is collaborating with homelessness charity Shelter on a pop-up in Coal Drops Yard, featuring some of the brand’s cosiest items. 1 - 3 November

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WHAT'S TRENDING ON C&TH

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Damson Madder’s lifestyle collection has landed

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How will the clocks going back impact your skin?

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TikTok’s winter arc challenge: how to get involved

Win A £500 Voucher From Rodd & Gunn

Thinking of adding some new pieces to your wardrobe? You’re in luck: we’ve partnered with Rodd & Gunn to offer you the chance to win a £500 voucher to spend both in-store and across their website.