Tuesday 11 November 2025.

Tuesday 11 November 2025...6.45pm to 9.30pm... SKATE - launch party - Somerset House, Strand, London WC2. A big crowd of around 500 guests on this rainy evening. Including Fat Tony, Jodie Harsh , Lennon Gallagher , Lila Moss . The skating rink is open air , but when it starts to rain, folks are still skating until venue staff take them off the ice for health and safety reasons , and the mopping up machine comes on. The main bar in a marquee is rammed as folks keep out of the rain. Complimentary Hambledon English Sparkling Wines , Pantalones Tequila Margaritas and Aperol Spritz. Camila and Matthew McConaughey, are co-founders of Pantalones Organic Tequila. Along with complimentary mulled wines , hot chocolate , coffees and teas. Along with complimentary cartons of food. ------------ SKATE returns to Somerset House for its annual Christmas stint. 12 Nov 2025–11 Jan 2026 Price - Adults £15 - £28.50, Children from £10 + one off transaction fee of £2.95 A beloved staple of London’s winter season, Somerset House’s spectacular courtyard will be transformed this year into a glorious festive destination. Hailed as one of the capital’s favourite winter experiences, Skate at Somerset House signals the start of the festive period with unrivalled skating, contemporary music and tasty food and drink. From skating lessons with Skate School and our Relaxed Sessions, onwards to trailblazing DJs on the rink-side decks, there's something for everyone. ------------------ ------------------ Monday 10 November 2025...6.30pm to 9pm... FREEDOM FROM TORTURE - private view and art auction - Sotheby's , 34 -35 New Bond Street , London W1. A big event as must be around 300 guests here at this leading auction house. ' Freedom from Torture' " refers to an art auction, "Drawing a Line Under Torture," organized by the charity Freedom from Torture and held at Sotheby's to raise funds for survivors of torture. The auction features works donated by established and emerging artists, including many prominent names, as well as pieces created by survivors who have benefited from the charity's art therapy services. Notable artists who have donated works include Antony Gormley, Quentin Blake, David Hockney, and Ai Weiwei. At 7.45pm for 30 mins we have the live auction. The auctioneer does a great job of entertaining the crowd. There is also a silent auction. Complimentary gin cocktails, wines and canapes for all guests.

Posted 10th November 2025