Things To Do Today In London: Wednesday 3 July 2019

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Things to do

FRIEZE SCULPTURE PARK: From today, wander around a free sculpture trail in Regent's Park. The Frieze Sculpture Park houses the work of more than 20 artists from around the world, displaying the art in the open air for three months. Regent's Park, free, just turn up, 3 July-6 October

THE LONG GOOD FRIDAY: Join Footprints of London guide Rob Smith for a walk themed on The Long Good Friday. Visit East End locations from the 1980 film — some of which haven't changed much since the film's release, and others which have been altered beyond recognition — and find out about the recent history of the Docklands area. Tower Hill tube station, £12/£9, book ahead, 6pm-8.30pm

JOURNEY TO MARS: Find out all about NASA's Journey to Mars, at this lecture which covers the past, present and future of Mars exploration. Hear about the planet could be a safe home for humans, and what life on the red planet could be like. Institution of Mechanical Engineers (Westminster), free, book ahead, 6.30pm

GRAYSON PERRY: Artist Grayson Perry gives his thoughts on divided Britain in an event hosted by CityLit. The contemporary artist discusses how art and creativity can be used to bridge the gaps separating different members of our society. Guildhall, £40, book ahead, 6.30pm-8pm

NAPOLEON: Is Napoleon's reputation as a military genius justified? Author and historian Adam Zamoyski — whose latest book covers Napoleon's rise and fall — looks beyond Napoleon's successes to the battles he lost, and the mistakes he made along the way. National Army Museum (Chelsea), £10/£8, book ahead, 6.30pm-8pm

PYO ALLOTMENT: Vodka brand Smirnoff hosts a pick-your-own allotment party. Select your own fruits and garnishes fresh from the garden, then take then to the bar where expert mixologists whip you up a drink using what you've foraged and Smirnoff Infusions. Nomadic Community Gardens (Shoreditch), free, book ahead, 7pm-9pm

ROBERT GLASPER: Jazz maverick Robert Glasper performs at the Roundhouse as part of Innervisions festival. The heavy influence of the legendary Miles Davis is recognisable throughout his music, but Glasper still manages to forge his own unique sound. The Roundhouse (Chalk Farm), £35-£40, book ahead, 7pm-11pm

WUTHERING HEIGHTS: Catch an outdoor theatre show of Emily Brontë's novel Wuthering Heights, transplanted from the Yorkshire Moors to the ground of north London's Forty Hall. Get comfy on a blanket or chair and tuck into your picnic as you watch the wild love story unfold. Forty Hall (Enfield), £15/£10/£8, book ahead, 7.30pm

IMPROV COMEDY: Islington pub The Taproom hosts a night of improvised comedy on the first Wednesday of every month. Comedy group Hoof introduce UK improvisers and new talent, showcasing sketches, stories and characters. The Taproom (Islington), £5, book ahead, 8pm-10pm

PRIDE QUIZ: The Capital Quiz is an LGBT quiz, open to teams of three people, and split into two parts. The first half features questions on aspects pf LGBT culture including music and a picture round. That's followed by a University Challenge-style play-off to determine the winning team. The Ivy House (Nunhead), £2, just turn up, 8pm-11pm

Tube ponderings with Barry Heck

Our resident tube fancier dishes out daily thoughts on the London Underground.

Happy 59th birthday, and a little respect, to Vince Clarke of Erasure. What's his connection to the tube? Watch this clip from 2014, when concert-goer Neil Francis achieves the impossible — uniting underground travellers in song, with one of Vince's most famous compositions. Follow Barry on Twitter @HeckTube.

Good cause of the day

Tuck into a waste free dinner at a Small Change, Big Difference cookery class, and learn some sustainable food tips as you prepare your meal. The aim of the classes is to help Londoners eat more healthily, and to cut down on food waste by offering tips for using up leftovers. Find out more and book.