This spring, London’s calendar is bursting with exhibitions, festivals and workshops. Diverse themes are on the agenda, with events spanning art, culture, music, food and sport. Best of all, many of these experiences are just a tube or train ride away when you’re living in one of our Shared Ownership apartments in North London.
Start planning your days, evenings and weekends with our guide to what’s on in London this spring.
Spring 2025 Exhibitions in London
Cartier at the V&A
When: 12th April-16th November 2025
This April, a major exhibition about the prestigious jeweller and watchmaker Cartier opens at the V&A Museum in South Kensington. Over 350 objects, including iconic designs and bespoke pieces, will be on display, charting the Parisian house’s heritage and influence since its origins in the 19th century.
Flowers – Flora in Art and Culture at the Saatchi Gallery
When: 12th February-5th May 2025
A fitting topic for spring, flowers and their ever-present role in creative works are the subject of exploration in Flowers – Flora in Art and Culture at the Saatchi Gallery. The exhibition will showcase 500 pieces, ranging from fashion and photography to large-scale installations, offering an immersive seasonal experience.
Spring 2025 Festivals
Brick Lane Jazz Festival
When: 25th-27th April 2025
Brick Lane is the beating heart of East London’s cultural scene. This spring, it will be pulsating with the sounds of the annual Brick Lane Jazz Festival. Taking place at the Truman Brewery, the festival will provide a platform for underground artists who are redefining the genre for contemporary audiences via hip-hop, soul and electronic influences, with shows across multiple stages.
Events Near Newlon Living Developments
Sports Matches at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
When: Various dates
Premier League football, rugby union and world-class boxing are all on the calendar this spring at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The award-winning venue – which is just a short journey from the Shared Ownership apartments at Millstream Tower in Tottenham Hale – is the third-largest stadium in England with a capacity of 62,850, ensuring a thrilling atmosphere on match day.
Live Music at Alexandra Palace
When: Various dates
Accessible from all our Enfield and Haringey developments, Alexandra Palace is one of London’s premier live music venues. Spring 2025 will see gigs from artists such as KAYTRANADA and Alan Walker, with even more musicians and bands gracing the stage in summer.
Workshops at Dugdale Arts Centre
When: Various dates
Dugdale Arts Centre is conveniently located in Enfield Town between the Shared Ownership flats at Cassia and Nexus in Ponders End. In addition to its live entertainment programme, community engagement events are on the cards at the centre this spring. You can participate in various activities, including sewing workshops, board games and computer programming. Additionally, Enfield Food Festival is on until 29th March, with a series of events celebrating global cuisines, delicious produce and local culinary talent.
All these events and more are within reach when you live in one of our Shared Ownership flats in London. Explore locations with available homes and learn more about the scheme to get started on your path to homeownership.
