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Saturday 17 October
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The International Churchill Society's forty-third conference
Thu, 15 October 2026 – Sun, 18 October 2026
The International Churchill Society's 43rd conference, held in Philadelphia, marking the 250th anniversary of the United States and Churchill's American connections.
Connected Families Activity Day and Family Weekend - Helensburgh
Blairvadach Outdoor Education Centre · Helensburgh
Fri, 16 October 2026 – Sun, 18 October 2026
Organised by Royal Navy Forum (Royal Navy Family and People Support)
A free outdoor weekend at Blairvadach Outdoor Education Centre for dispersed Royal Navy, Royal Marines and Royal Fleet Auxiliary families, with a separate free activity day on Saturday 17 October.
Aldershot RNA Trafalgar Night Dinner
Garretts · Aldershot
Sat, 17 October 2026
Organised by Aldershot Royal Naval Association
The Trafalgar Night dinner of the Aldershot branch of the Royal Naval Association, held at Garretts in Aldershot.
Battle of Ideas festival 2026
Church House and The Abbey Centre, Westminster · London
Sat, 17 October 2026 – Sun, 18 October 2026
Organised by Academy of Ideas
A two-day festival of public debates and discussions presented by the Academy of Ideas at Church House and The Abbey Centre in Westminster. The programme covers politics, economics, law, culture, science and free expression.
Should we put Britain first? The 'national interest' question
Wash House Café, The Abbey Centre · London
Sat, 17 October 2026, 10:15–11:45
Organised by Academy of Ideas
A Battle of Ideas debate on whether Britain should put its national interest first in policy-making, and how that sits with international obligations.
Podcast Live: The Free Speech Union Podcast
Harvey Goodwin Suite, Church House · London
Sat, 17 October 2026, 14:45–16:15
Organised by Academy of Ideas
A live recording of the Free Speech Union's podcast, held as a session within the Battle of Ideas festival.
Visas for all? Britain's immigration scandal
Parker Morris Hall, The Abbey Centre · London
Sat, 17 October 2026, 14:45–16:15
Organised by Academy of Ideas
A Battle of Ideas debate on problems in Britain's visa sponsorship system and the options for reform.
Don't look back! Escaping the EU's economic doom loop
Convocation Hall, Church House · London
Sat, 17 October 2026, 16:45–18:15
Organised by Academy of Ideas
A Battle of Ideas debate comparing Britain's economic performance since Brexit with the EU's, and whether the UK should seek closer ties with Europe or use its regulatory autonomy.
RAFA Adventures: RAFA Walks
Venue to be announced
Thu, 1 October 2026 – Sat, 31 October 2026
Organised by Royal Air Forces Association
A month-long fundraising walking challenge for the Royal Air Forces Association. Participants choose their own route and distance anywhere in the world and walk at their own pace during October.
Royal National Mòd 2026 (Mòd Nàiseanta Rìoghail Ghlaschu 2026)
Various venues incl. Glasgow Royal Concert Hall and Barrowland Ballroom · Glasgow
Fri, 9 October 2026 – Sat, 17 October 2026
Organised by An Comunn Gàidhealach
The annual festival of Gaelic language, music and culture, held in Glasgow in 2026, with competitions, concerts and a fringe programme. It opens with a concert at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on 9 October.
Regular and ongoing
On regularly, or for a long stretch — each one says when.
'Churchill: Image and Power' exhibition at Chartwell in the Uniform Room
Daily 11:00-15:40 until 1 November 2026 · Until Sun 1 Nov · Uniform Room, Chartwell house · Westerham
History & Heritage3rd partyFree event; normal admission applies…Organised by National Trust
Ceremony of the Keys
Every night at 21:30 (visitors admitted under escort at 21:30 precisely, arrive by 21:25; ends 22:05). · Tower of London (meet at the West Gate) · London
Royal & Ceremonial3rd partyChoose what to pay, £10.00 to £50.00 per ticket (suggested £30.00)Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
Changing the Guard
Dates vary: the Household Division publishes the schedule month by month at https://www.householddivision.org.uk/changing-the-guard-calendar (as at 14 Sep 2026 only September 2026 is listed). · Buckingham Palace · London
Royal & Ceremonial3rd partyFreeOrganised by The Household Division (British Army)
Inspired by Chartwell Painting Exhibition
Most days until 31 December 2026; times vary (e.g. 11:30-16:00 in September, 10:30-15:00 in December) · Until Thu 31 Dec · Churchill's studio, Chartwell · Westerham
History & Heritage3rd partyFree event; normal admission appliesOrganised by National Trust
King's Life Guard
Changing of The King's Life Guard on Horse Guards Parade at 11:00 on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays (the guard leaves Hyde Park Barracks at 10:28). · Horse Guards Parade · London
Royal & Ceremonial3rd partyFreeOrganised by The Household Division (Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment)
Ravens experience
Wednesdays and Fridays, 08:00 for an 08:15 start; duration 45 minutes (entry an hour before the Tower opens). No end date stated. · Tower of London (ravens' cages) · London
History & Heritage3rd partyAdult £90.00; child age 5+ / young person 16-17 £50.00; concession £70.00…Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
The Bomber Command Tour
Selected days throughout the year until 31 December 2026, with tours at 11:00 and 14:00. Available dates are shown on the museum's booking site; advance booking essential. · Until Thu 31 Dec · RAF Museum London (Hangar 5) · London
History & Heritage3rd party£12 per person; carers go freeOrganised by Royal Air Force Museum
The Cold War Tour
Selected days throughout the year until 31 December 2026, with tours at 11:00 and 14:00. Available dates are shown on the museum's booking site; advance booking essential. · Until Thu 31 Dec · RAF Museum London · London
History & Heritage3rd party£12 per person; carers go freeOrganised by Royal Air Force Museum
Tower of London Keys Club experience
Tuesdays and Thursdays only, at 11:00; duration 45 minutes. No end date stated. · The Keys Club, Tower of London (meet at the sentry box next to the Keys Club) · London
History & Heritage3rd partyWho can go: Adults (18+)Adult £20.00, concession £16.00, plus a Tower of London admission ticket or…Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
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