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PRISON MUSEUM: Wandsworth Heritage Festival offers a rare chance to visit Wandsworth Prison Museum, located in a garage just metres from the wall of the prison itself. The small but fascinating collection features photos, documents, clothing and other items belonging both to former prisoners and prison staff. HMP Wandsworth, free, just turn up, 1-2 June, 10am-1pm and 2pm-5pm
CLOSING SOON: Time's running out to see the Nelson Mandela exhibition, a look back at the life of former prisoner turned South African leader. Some of the exhibits are quite hard-hitting, but could do with more detail in some parts — read our full review. Leake Street Gallery (Waterloo), £15, book ahead, until 2 June. Also closing this week is Swinging London, a look back at the Chelsea Set of the 1960s, including designers Mary Quant and and Terence Conran. Fashion and Textile Museum (Bermondsey), £9.90, book ahead, until 2 June
HENDON PAGEANT: Relive the Hendon Pageants of the 1920s at the RAF Museum. Swing dancing, a vintage fairground, retro fashion sale and engine displays are some of the activities on offer at the family-friendly event. RAF Museum (Hendon), free entry, just turn up, 1-2 June
CAMDEN ROCKS: Deaf Havana, Frank Turner and The Pigeon Detectives are some of the 400+ acts playing at Camden Rocks, a music festival taking place at 20 venues around Camden. One ticket gets you access to all the gigs, but plan ahead as some venues will reach capacity quite a while ahead of stage times. Various Camden locations, from £40, book ahead, 1-2 June
CRAFT MARKET: One of our favourite London markets, Crafty Fox Market returns with another specially-curated line-up of artists and creators. Workshops take place throughout the weekend, including a kids' Father's Day card event. Mercato Metropolitano (Elephant & Castle), free entry, just turn up, 1-2 June
ARCHITECTURE TOURS: As part of London Festival of Architecture, the National Archives invites the public inside for tours of the purpose-built 'brutalist bunker' in Kew, built in 1977. There's even a chance to go on the roof. National Archives (Kew), £10, book ahead, 1-2 June
GROWN AND THROWN: Plants and pots go together at Grown And Thrown, a mix and match sale of pot plants, and the ceramics to grow them in. Several ceramicists exhibit and sell their products, catering to many different tastes and styles. DIY Art Shop (Dalston), free entry, just turn up, 1-2 June
ART TRAIL: Head to the Borough of Culture, Waltham Forest, for the 15th year of the E17 Art Trail. Over a fortnight, take part in walking tours and art workshops, visit artists' open studios, and much more. Full programme here. Many events are free, some require booking. Various Walthamstow locations, 1-16 June
HALF TERM: If ideas (and cash) are in short supply as half term draws to a close, take a look at our school holidays guide. We've got suggestions including kids' comedy, a science day, and an interactive exhibition all about animals.
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Saturday 1 June
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Liverpool take on Spurs in the first all-British Champions League Final in over a decade. We've hunted down some of the best places to watch the match, whichever shirt you're wearing.
WILDLIFE WEEKEND: Part of London Rivers Week, Woodberry Wetlands hosts a family-friendly Wonderful Wildlife Weekend, giving the public a chance to learn about the wildlife of the nearby New River. Go pond dipping and mini beast hunting, or take part in art and craft workshops. Woodberry Wetlands (Harringay), free, just turn up, 10am-3pm
ARCHITECTURAL TREASURE HUNT: Using a 'treasure map' based on a printed riverside scene of Westminster from 1720, go in search of lost palaces and mansions on this guided walk. See the Archbishop of York's gateway, a statue to a translator of the Bible, and another to a great pioneer of children's literacy. Westminster Bridge, £12/£9, book ahead, 10.30am-12.15pm
FEEL GOOD FESTIVAL: The gardens of the Geffrye Museum host a feel good themed summer festival, celebrating Turkish, Cypriot and Vietnamese culture. Join in group exercise, tuck into delicious food, or take part in outdoor games. Geffrye Museum (Hoxton), free, just turn up, 10.30am-4pm
ARCHERY CLASS: Embrace your inner Robin Hood at this archery class, aimed at beginners. Learn the basics of the equipment, technical terms, and start to improve your accuracy. London Bridge, £25, book ahead, 11.30am-3.45pm (sponsor)
PANTHEON OF PANCRAS: St Pancras exists on what was the edge of London. It also has attracted those on the edge of society: outsiders who have disrupted time, and space, and the way we see the world. On this walk through Georgian squares, down secluded footpaths and along canal towpaths, hear about some of these people, together with the old and new gods that they have deemed worthy of worship. The Friend At Hand, £20/£15, book ahead, 2pm
MOVIE MUSIC: Hans Zimmer and John Williams are two of the finest film music composers, and tonight their work is combined for one heck of a show. Hear the London Concert Orchestra perform tunes from the likes of ET, Superman, Harry Potter, Gladiator and Jurassic Park. Southbank Centre, £16.50-£49.50, book ahead, 2.30pm/7.30pm
SIZZLING HOT CIRCUS: For one night only, Sizzling Hot Circus comes to east London. It's the premiere night of AirCraft Circus Performance's new show, featuring trapeze, acrobatic, contortion and balancing acts. Hoxton Hall, from £14.50, book ahead, 7.30pm
Sunday 2 June
FASHION WEEK: Graduate Fashion Week kicks off today, with an array of catwalk shows by students from several universities, plus live talks, workshops and demonstrations aimed at anyone trying to get into the fashion industry. Truman Brewery (Brick Lane), from £8, book ahead, 2-5 June
THE LAST WORD: Today's the first day of The Last Word, a festival of spoken word and poetry which includes performances, podcast recordings and even a supper club over a three-week period. Roundhouse (Camden), various prices, book ahead, 2-22 June
ANTIQUES ROADSHOW: Clear out your attic and dig around in your shed — the Antiques Roadshow is in town. Experts and presenters from the BBC show pitch up to offer valuations and advice on family heirlooms and car boot sale bargains — and you might event get on the TV. Morden Hall Park, free, just turn up, 9.30am-4.30pm
WEST NORWOOD FEAST: Once a month, a team of local volunteers put on the West Norwood Feast, a free entry street market with food and drink, craft and vintage stalls to browse, plus kids' activities, live entertainment and more. Norwood High Street, free, just turn up, 10am-4pm
STEAM FAIR: In addition to the main engine being in steam at today's open day, a dozen other scale traction engines and lorries are also in action at Crossness Pumping Station. See an exhibition about the Victorian sewage system, get an eyeful of the beautiful building, and there are craft activities for kids. Crossness Pumping Station (Abbey Wood), £8/£2, just turn up, 10.30am-4pm
DOG SHOW: Bring a dog, or don't bring a dog — the Gunnersbury Dog Show is open to everyone (expect cats, maybe). See dogs go head to head in different classes, browse stalls, and watch a Flyball demonstration. Gunnersbury Park, free, just turn up, 11am-5pm
