Chris Bracey's Pop-up Art Store 'God's Own Junkyard' in Primrose Hill

Chris Bracey is a British artist who specialises in neon signs.  You can now see (& buy) some of these works at a new pop-up store at Daniel Poole's The old Hardware Store in Primrose Hill.  Not for the faint-hearted though - works start at £400.

"Chris Bracey has been the Neon Man for 37 years creating iconic artpieces for David la chappelle, Martin Creed etc. With a cult following in London and Los Angeles. 
New & used neon fantasies, salvaged signs, vintage neon’s, old movie props and retro displays. 
Neon art made from found objects, retrieved and renewed waste and lights. 
Fairground & circus lighting, architectural sign salvage. Led & cold cathode luxury products. 
Designers & makers of all things with light.
Chris has made, installed and collected signs that have appeared behind some of the greatest stars. Tom Cruise in Eyes Wide Shut, Johnny Depp in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Jack Nicholson in Batman are just a few that have appeared alongside the collection. When the film is rapped neon’s are discarded like yesterdays newspapers, unwanted, unloved. Chris has collected these neon and bulb icons and salvages old neon’s and architectural advertising from the streets before they disappear forever. Repaired and resurrected, coupled with quirky art and powered up to shine like jewels of light. Icons in their own right, Gods own junk yard where neon never dies."

When - November 3rd - January 15th

Where - Daniel Poole's The old Hardware Store, 156 Regents Park Road, NW1 8XN

Map

Link 1 - God's Own Junkyard

Link 2 - Article

Circus Christmas Fashion Market in Shoreditch Featuring Emerging British Designer & Fashion Labels - NOW FINISHED

Circus is a festival of hand-picked British fashion labels, coming to Shoreditch this December.  It's in the Tramshed, and for five days over 30 exhibitors - including Alice Made This, Cookie Girl, Lost Property of London, and Silken Flavours - will be creating special stalls to show off their wares.

"Over five days in December CIRCUS will see a cherry picked selection of the most exciting emerging British design and fashion labels set up shop in the heart of East London in the theatrical setting of a disused power station. This dramatic venue will play host to a unique shopping experience of carefully selected labels ranging from homewares, ceramics, fashion, jewellery, taxidermy and art amongst many others.
Each label will create their very own concept stall which pushes the standard boundaries of retail presentation; the more imaginative, the better. There will also be a traditional Christmas fair selling Christmas trees, roasted chestnuts and gift wrapping as well as a cider bar and a Christmas bakery hosted by Lily Vanilli."

When - 14th - 18th December

Where - The Tramshed, 14 Garden Walk, London, EC2A 3EQ

Map

Link - Circus11

Wolsey Pop-up Store in in Seven Dials

Another one in Seven Dials - this time British knitwear brand Wolsey.  The details are pretty minimal, but go down there and have a look.

When - 23rd November - 24th December

Where - 37 Monmouth Street, Seven Dials, London, WC2H 9DD

Map

Link 1 - Wolsey on Facebook
Link 2 - Wolsey on Twitter

Dezeen's Temporium Christmas Pop-up Shop in Seven Dials

Dezeen are past masters at pop-up shops - one of the first pop-ups i wrote about was their Watch Shop in June, and now they're back for a multi-brand Christmas store.

"The Temporium, our unique pop-up design store, returns to central London this Christmas with over 20 designers and brands selling their products direct to the public from 1-24 December. See updates of products, designers and other news in our special category.
Shoppers will be able to browse a range of gifts, jewellery, watches, books, home wares and much more by some of Europe’s most exciting designers and brands."

When - 1st - 24th December

Where - 65 Monmouth Street, Seven Dials, London WC2H 9DG

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Link - Dezeen - including photos of some of the products

Rent Shelf Space at Things British near Carnaby Street

As the popularity of this site grows, I'm getting more and more queries from people wanting to set up a pop-up shop and wanting to know if I can help.  I generally refer them to my Advice & Resources page, but now I can also refer them to Things British.

Things British is based in Kingly Court, between Carnaby Street and Kingly Street.  They rent shelf space to people who make craft items, and sell it on their behalf.  Makers pay in advance, but after that they get all the revenue from sales - there is no commission charge.  It might be worth investigating!

"If you want your very own brick-and-mortar shop to sell your craft but don’t have the time, capital or resources to make that happen, then we are offering a new, contemporary opportunity for makers to take what might be a profession or a pastime to a whole new level.
Our Managed Retail Services provide you with a share of an exciting brick-and-mortar retail environment where you are assigned your own dedicated shelf, wall or rack space. We provide the staff but unlike a trade fair - we do all the selling for you as part of the service - so you don’t have to be there. On top of all that we include advertising, joint promotions, events and marketing activities, free listings on our social ecommerce site and perhaps best of all, we take absolutely no commission on anything sold. You set the retail prices and all the nett profits are yours to keep. From glass to ceramics, jewellery to paper craft, clothing to toys, artwork to well almost anything handcrafted here in Britain - we showcase and curate your talent in a low-risk professional and supportive retail environment. So if you are looking for an opportunity to showcase new work - test the market, or looking for a more permanent venue to sell your work, then THINGS BRITISH is for you. 
Our Managed Retail Services include an allocation of space within the shop on a row of your choice. The pricing is based on the diagram opposite and below. You can book today and pay a £30 deposit (by PayPal) to reserve a shelf in your name. You can select a "Start Date" up to 14 days from today. The Start Date is the date when your rental starts and your stock is on your shelf ready to be sold. The 14 days gives you time to get ready! For those of you who are ready to go, then you can select a start date of tomorrow! (Note that you cannot select a Start Date beyond 14 days from today)."

Where - Kingly Court, London W1R 5LE

Map

Link - Things British

Phillips de Pury Pop-up Shop in Mayfair

This pop-up shop is definitely at the higher end of the scale!  Auction house Phillips de Pury are opening a pop-up shop at Claridge's in Mayfair to run into January and sell unique works, limited editions and prints by artists and designers.

"[Artists include] Max Lamb, Martino Gamper, Michael Anastasiades, Tauba Auerbach, Faye Toogood, Bethan Laura Wood, DavidDavid, Snarkitecture, Brunno Jahara, Humans Since 1982, Victoria Wilmotte, Jonathan Muecke, Oeuffice, and Ben Adams.
This exclusively curated selection includes original works such as Dominic Wilcox’s Watch Sculptures, Bethan Laura Woods Push + Pivot Rings, and DavidDavid’s hand-painted, graphic t-shirts, prints and accessories.
London based designer Martino Gamper has curated a special Martino and Friends section especially for the Phillips de Pury Pop-up Shop. Gamper has made a bespoke shelving unit to display his selection. Highlights from the Martino and Friends section include Francis Upritchard’s hand painted Christmas cards and wrapping paper, jewellery from Gemma Holt and Rob Upritchard, and a set of drinking glass with carafe from Martino Gamper."

When - 2nd December - 31st January

Where - 45-47 Brook Street, London W1k 4HN

Map

Link 1 - Article

Link 2 - Phillips de Pury

The Crafty Fox at Christmas Market in Brixton - NOW FINISHED

The Crafty Fox is holding a Christmas craft market in the Dogstar in Brixton.  The Crafty Fox is the brainchild of Brixton local Sinead Koehler who makes jewellery under the Galavant label, and was launched last year to provide a platform for emerging designer makers to showcase what they've made.  It sounds great - it's craft, but there will also be food (& it is being held in a pub as well!)

"Three Floors of Handmade Heaven - The Crafty Fox Christmas Markets: 10th & 11th December
It takes a crafty fox to sniff out the fun ways to do your Christmas shopping this festive season.  With 50+ handpicked stalls over two days, plenty of hands-on workshops, a bar, DJ’s and a pop up tea room, the Crafty Fox Christmas Market at the Dogstar in Brixton, will not disappoint.
Treasures range from hand-drawn plates from Jimbobart and screen printed t-shirts from Homework Collective through to unique handmade leather bags and accessories from N’damus.  As always at Crafty Fox, you will also find a few quirky surprises – perhaps a knitted beard from Hairy Molly would be just the thing to finish off that Santa costume! 
Crafty Fox takes place on all three floors of the Dogstar, so when you’ve filled your stockings take a moment to explore.  Rediscover the lost art of letter writing with the Letter Lounge, make your own decorations with Seaside Sisters or fashion a purse or card holder with Oh Sew Brixton. 
Your festive shopping can be stitched up in one go as you soak up tunes by local DJ’s or enjoy a well-deserved cuppa with The Teas Knees."

When - 10th & 11th December 2011

Where - The Dogstar, 389 Coldharbour Lane, London SW9 8LQ

Map

Link - The Crafty Fox

Percival Clothing Pop-up Shop in Covent Garden

Percival are opening their Christmas pop-up shop on the first of December, to run up until the 29th.

When - 1st - 29th December

Where - 38 Earlham Street, WC2H 9LH

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Link 1 - Percival's very minimalist site
Link 2 - Percival on Twitter

Swedish Ski Lodge Pop-up Venue at The Well in Clerkenwell

This sounds great - but it's open for group bookings only, unfortunately.  If you need an unusual venue for a Christmas party look no further, though...

"Popping up again this December, downstairs at Clerkenwell’s favourite gastropub is The Well’s Christmas Swedish Ski Lodge.
For the ultimate après-ski experience, go underground and discover a Nordic wonderland of fake furs, glittery reindeers and party poppers that ping from the fir Christmas trees. No salopettes or thermals required in this chalet, as there will be Aquavit, a local schnapps, and ice-cold vodka a plenty to keep you warm along with classic Swedish sounds of Ace of Base, Roxette and Abba to get the party started.  Eat Scandinavian too and tuck into a ‘Jubord’, a traditional Christmas smorgasbord, of smoked reindeer and baby pickles; elk fillet tartare on rye; Swedish meatball brochettes  with tomato fondue; soused herrings, mustard and dill; citrus gravid lax with pickled cucumber and rye bread; crayfish and dill polar bread cones; soft boiled quail eggs with herring roe; and onion, herb and potato cream tarts with keta caviar.
The Well Swedish Ski Lodge can host parties of up to 70 people. Better yet, there is no hire charge. Private hire only. Minimum spends will apply. Canapés cost from £17 per person for six."

When - 1st - 24th December

Where - The Well, 180 St John Street, Clerkenwell, London, EC1V 4JY

Map

Link 1 - The Well
Link 2 - Article

Cornish Grill Pop-up 3 Course Sunday Roast with James Knappett in Farringdon - NOW FINISHED

This is the third Sunday pop-up organised by The Cornish Grill for the last Sunday of the month at Redhook.  Judging by the tweets sent during and after aerlier events this is likely to be very special, and also very likely to sell out.  This time the roast is beef.  But not just any beef, Red Ruby Beef...

"With two cracking Sundays under our belts we are now very pleased to welcome a man who has worked at some of the world's greatest restaurants: James Knappett has just left Head Chef position at Marcus Wareing and moved to The Ledbury, generally acknowledged to be London's finest restaurant. This will be his last move before he opens his own restaurant and we'll get a chance to see what his cooking is all about. He has been inspired by his time at Noma in Copenhagen, Per Se in New York and Rick Stein in Cornwall and will be fixing a fantastic lunch using only the finest Cornish seafood, meat and vegetables.
Tickets are a chunky £50 each for four courses, coffee and truffles plus a Grey Goose aperitif and DIY at the neverending Grey Goose Bloody Mary buffet. There is also a wine matching option on the day for +£22.
You can book solo, in twos or groups and we'll find a good spot for you. We're seating people in tables of four and more so The Cornish Grill will be a little like a supper club, only at lunchtime and in a restaurant."




Menu
"Grey Goose Bloody Mary Buffet
DIY your favourite or bartender's best
Ruby Red Royale Aperitif
Grey Goose, fresh ruby red grapefruit, elderflower, fizz
Starter 1
Mackerel, Bergamot, hogweed, gnocchi
Starter 2
Scallops, chestnut, sorbe, king oyster, butternut, cress
Main
Red Ruby Beef, smoked bone marrow, horseradish, beets, Jerusalem artichoke, malt
Dessert 
"Carrot Cake" licorice
Tea, coffee, chocolate truffles"

When - Sunday 27th November

Where - Redhook, 89 Turnmill Street, Farringdon EC1M 5QU
Note - You need to buy a ticket in advance.  Buy tickets here

Map

Link 1 - Cornish Grill
Link 2 - Redhook

Book here or call Rochelle on 07931 359499

Pop-ups in London 25th November - 2nd December

Food & Drink

Anna Mae's Pop-up Barbecue - Numerous Times & Locations
Bombay Sapphire Pop-up Gin Den in Hackney
Canteen Pop-up Restaurant in Covent Garden Piazza
Cornish Grill Pop-up 3 Course Sunday Roast with James Knappett in Farringdon - Sunday only
Dita Von Teese's Pop-up Speakeasy in Piccadilly - Opens Tuesday 29th
Pip's Dish Prospero's Kitchen Pop-up Restaurant in Islington - Thurs - Sat only
Sabrina Ghayour's Arabesque Supper Club near Holloway Road - Friday 25th
South West Supper Club Dinner at North and South Wines in Clapham Junction - Saturday 26th
The Fourth Wall Wandering Bar - Friday & Saturday only
Tom Sellers Presents 'Forward' Pop-up Dinner at the Rebel Dining Society - 28th & 29th Only
Too Much Is Never Enough Pop-up Restaurant in Shoreditch - Tues - Thurs Only
Young Turks Pop-up Restaurant Above the Ten Bells in Spitalfields - From Tuesday 1st

Shopping

Bagpuss & Co Pop-up Shop in Bayswater
Cath Kidston's Christmas Pop-up Shop in Westfield
Designer Makers Pop-up Handmade Christmas Gift Shop in Exmouth Market
Fox & Flyte Pop-up Shop at Ben Pentreath in Bloomsbury
Free Christmas Pop-up Food Markets & Events on The South Bank
Front Up Rugby Pop-up Shop in Westfield Stratford City
Google Chromezone Pop-up Store in PC World in Tottenham Court Road
Got Craft? Design Fair in Tooting - Sunday 27th
Harry Potter Pop-up Shop at Harrods
Hay Danish Design Pop-up Shop in Seven Dials
HMV Pop-up Technology Store in St Paul's
Jack Wills Pop-up Store at Heathrow Terminal 5
Laura Gravestock Pop-up Jewellery Shop at W&W in Battersea - Opens 28th
Lisa Stickley's Pop-up Shop in Clapham
Luna & Curious Pop-up Design Shop at The Sanderson Hotel in Fitzrovia
Makerhood Pop-up Christmas Market in Brixton - 26th & 27th
Penhaligon's Pop up Perfumery in Spitalfields
Ted Baker's 'Sweet Shoppe' Pop-up Accessories Shop in Selfridges
The Museum of British Folklore's Yuletide Pop up Shop in South Kensington - From 26th
The Muzungu Sisters Pop-up Shop at the Momo Cafe in Mayfair
William Curley's Pop-up Chocolate Shop in St Martin's Lane

Films, Events & Night Markets

Courvoisier's Dickensian Walking Tours in London - From 23rd
The Long Table Pop-up Food Night Market in Dalston - Fridays only
Penhaligon's Pop-up Movember Barbershop in Covent Garden
The Nomad Pop-up Cinema at Whiteley's in Bayswater
The StockMKT Pop-up Night Market in Bermondsey - Friday 2nd
The Underground Film club at the Roundhouse in Camden

NOTE - PLEASE CHECK WITH THE POP-UPS FOR OPENING TIMES & AVAILABILITY OF TICKETS BEFORE YOU GO!

Field Work Pop-up Craft Shop & Gallery in Shoreditch - NOW FINISHED

Two textile designers have come together to launch a one-week pop-up shop in Rivington Street

"Field Work returns for the third time this Christmas in a smart new space at 54 Rivington Street. Organised by Rose de Borman and Caitlin Hinshelwood, two textile designers who come together at Field Work shops under the banner 'Hinshelwood de Borman' to exhibit their respective hand printed textiles, homeware, paintings and whimsies. Alongside their own charming and unusual pieces, they have brought together a fine selection of work made by other British craftsmen, artists and designers including ceramics, re-worked antiques, prints, knitwear, taxidermy, jewellery, tools and kitchenware. Plus stationery, folk art, decorations, masks and other curiosities sourced from trips to India, Japan and Mexico. 
As well as the organisers, people involved so far include Huw Griffith,Kirsten Hecktermann,Jazmine Miles Long, Shipping Forecast knits,Neal Jones, Elementary screwdrivers,  Kate Morrell, and plenty more to be found in the shop! "

When - 10th - 18th December

Where - 54 Rivington Street, Shoreditch, EC2A 3QN

Map

Link - The Hinshelwood de Borman blog, with more details, and pics of previous shops

7s-Eleven Pop-up Indie Record Shop in Bloomsbury - NOW FINISHED

This is an excellent initiative, designed to support UK Independent record labels.  7s-Eleven is opening a one-day pop-up record shop in the Orange Dot Gallery in Tavistock Place.

"[It's] a seasonally timed chance to pick up wonderful releases by the likes of Tri Angle, Young Turks, Pictures Music, Merok and Luv Luv Luv Records. Apparently there’ll be a piano set-up in the gallery so expect a few surprise guest performances from artists aligned to the labels involved too."

When - Saturday 3rd December

Where - The Orange Dot Gallery, 54 Tavistock Place, WC1H 9RG

Map

Link 1 - 7s-Eleven
Link 2 - Article

My Asho Christmas Pop-up Boutique in Notting Hill - NOW FINISHED

We last heard from My Asho, the online stockist of African brands, in the summer, when they held a 2 day pop-up shop in Pembridge Road.  Now they're back, this time with a Christmassy feel.

"On offer will be a great selection of Menswear, Childrenswear, Women’s clothing and accessories, and Homeware from designers including TAN by Tiffany Amber, Christie Brown Ghana, Jewel by Lisa, Urbanknit, Chichia London, Kiki Clothing, Isossy children, Aimas and more.
The boutique is situated in the heart of Notting Hill, and will offer stylish party dresses and clutches for the festive season, cosy home and dining furnishings as well as newly available menswear labels all at affordable prices. 
The event is a great opportunity to view in-person the detailed craftsmanship, vibrancy and boldness of items typically sold via MyAsho.com. The pop-up shop will be available for a limited time only and collections will be available while stocks last with prices ranging from £5-£90."

When - 3rd - 4th December, 10am - 6pm

Where - 47 Pembridge Road, London, W11 3HG

Map

Link - MyAsho

The StockMKT Pop-up Night Market in Bermondsey - NOW FINISHED

The StockMKT is a new night market with food, drinks, shopping and entertainment.  It's going to be appearing in different venues at different times; it's first appearance will be in Bermondsey.

"Inspired by the night markets of the Far East, with their plethora of delicious cheap eats and opportunities to shop for unique finds long into the night, The StockMKT is not your ordinary night out. We want to recreate the buzz and atmosphere of Taipei, Shanghai and Bangkok… but with a distinctly London feel. Tailored to each location where it appears, The StockMKT is a welcoming night market with no pretensions that demonstrates the very best of what London has to offer.
The first StockMKT will launch on Friday 2nd December, 5210pm on Bermondsey Square, SE1 3UN
Some of London’s best street food vendors will be cooking up a mouthGwatering menu of culinary delights including imaginative Indian burgers, spicy Korean sliders, pimped up hot dogs, meaty Mexican treats and heart2warming churros, to name but a few. There will also be plenty of opportunities to spend your hard earned cash on the unique and unusual provided by a select bunch of creative, independent makers and retailers, all with a distinctly local flavour.
But it doesn’t stop there, there will be charming bespoke lighting created by our generous sponsors Light Collective and Aether Lighting – a modern twist on the traditional Chinese lantern; a special StockMKT music mix, lovingly curated by DJs extraordinaire Culture Cuts; hot & spicy seasonal bevvies to warm yer cockles served up by the super staff at the Square’s independent cinema and bar, Shortwave; and a doGitGyourself creative craft workshop from Art Stars, where you can get involved and truly embrace your inner child!"

When - Friday 2nd December

Where - Bermondsey Square, SE1

Map

Link 1 - The StockMKT
Link 2 - The StockMKT on Twitter

Penhaligon's Pop up Perfumery in Spitalfields

British Fine Fragrance House Penhaligon's have opened a Christmas shop in Spitalfields.  It'll be open until January.

When - 21st November - 15th January

Where - 111b Commercial Street E1 6BG

Map

Link 1 - Facebook

Link 2 - Penhaligon's 

Sabrina Ghayour's Arabesque Supper Club near Holloway Road

Sabrina Ghayour is possibly best known (to me at least) for organising the French Laundrette one-night supper club in October, in response to the French Laundry supper club at Harrods.  That event was a sold out smash, and now she's running a series of supper clubs, each focussing on a different cuisine.  This Friday it's an Arabesque feast:

The Menu
"STARTERS
K’bbeh Halab
Golden rice balls filled with minced lamb, onions and parsley
***
Gavurdagi Salad
Tomato, onion and chilli peppers with a pomegranate molasses dressing
***
Lemon and Coriander Homous
Cucumber, tomato and onion salad with a lemon dressing
***
Borek Peynir
Filo pastry encasing feta cheese and mint
***
Pomegranate Tabbouleh
Pomegranate, parsley, onion, tomato and bulgar coucous served in gem lettuce cups
***
MAIN COURSES
Rose Harissa and Preserved Lemon Poussins
Spicy chilli and rose extract harissa and preserved lemon marinated baby chicken
***
Rare Seared Sirloin Fillet
Drizzled with a pomegranate and mustard dressing
***
Spiced Aubergines with Saffron Yoghurt
Delicately spiced aubergine slices with Persian saffron infused yoghurt and pickled chillies
***
Butternut Squash with Pistachio Pesto
Butternut squash wedges with pistachio pesto, crumbled feta and barberries
***
Fennel and Apple Salad
Shaved fennel and apple salad with a lemon and dill dressing
***
DESSERT
Almond, carrot, pistachio & orange cake
Served with rosewater cream
***
Mint Tea"

When - Friday 25th November

Where - A secret location, 10 minutes from Holloway Road tube

Cost - A minimum donation of £40, £20 to be paid in advance

To book please email sabrinaghayour@hotmail.com and be sure to include the following info:

* Number of guests in your group
* The date on which you’d like to attend
* Guests names
* Any allergies
* Mobile contact number

Link - Sabrina's Website

Pieces of Eight Pop-up Jewellery Shop Near Carnaby Street - NOW FINISHED

This December a group of up and coming jewellery designers are banding together to open a pop-up shop in Kingly Court.  The designers are Alice Menter, Cabbage is King, Claire English, Gina Melosi, Jessica De Lotz, Keira Rathbone, Laura Gravestock and Momocreatura.

"British jewellery designer Alice Menter will be ‘popping up’ in one of London’s hottest shopping destinations, Kingly Court, this Christmas.  As part of an exciting new concept store, ‘pieces of eight’ brings together eight of the best new design talent all under one roof. Escape the maddening crowd, get your design fix and embrace the  festive spirit.
[...] 
Over the last year Alice Menter’s jewellery has quickly become synonymous with luxe style and a huge hit with jewellery lovers and Fashion Editors alike. Transforming industrial items including nuts and washers into luxury coveted pieces has created a signature look which is proving a huge hit.
The pop up boutique will be open Sat 3rd – 11th December with an exclusive 20- 30% off. With prices starting from £30 this event is not to be missed!  Key pieces available from the collection include the signature cuffs and the new art deco inspired ‘Stones’ collection."

When - 3rd - 11th December

Where - Unit 1:10, Kingly Court, London W1R 5LE

Map

Link 1 - Press release

Link 2 - Article

Plus - don't forget Laura Gravestock's pop-up shop in Battersea

Boxpark Pop-up Retail Mall in Shoreditch

The final touches are now being put to the Boxpark Retail Mall in Shoreditch.  Boxpark is a new retail pop-up concept - the boxes are old shipping containers stacked up together, creating a distinctive new shopping mall.

The list of brands have been revealed and the opening date announced.  The brands range from high street brands like Dockers, Nike and Puma, to more cult brands like Etnies, Phaidon and Original Penguin, to ones that frankly I hadn't heard of like Irregular Choice, Playful Promises and Urbanears.  There are also charities using units, and food, provided by Foxcraft & Ginger and Pieminister.

Here's the full list of brands:

Abuze
Amnesty
Art Against Knives
Boxfresh
Boxpark
Bukowski
Calvin Klein
Chop'd
Crussh
Cyber Candy
David Mayar Naman
DC Shoe Co USA
Diesel
Dockers
Etnies
Evisu
Farah Vintage
Foxcroft & Ginger
Frae
Gola
House of Billiam
Irregular Choice
Kangol
Lacoste Live
Levi's
Luke
Marimekko
Namo
New Era
Nike
Nike Experiential Marketing
Oakley
One True Saxon
OnePiece
Original Penguin
Palladium
Phaidon Books
Pieminister
Playful Promises
Puma
Route One
Smiley
The North Face
Urbanears
Vans

When - Open 7 days a week

Where - Corner of Shoreditch High Street and Bethnal Green Road

Map

Link 1 - Article

Link 2 - Boxpark

Link 3 - Boxpark on Twitter

The Museum of British Folklore's Yuletide Pop up Shop in South Kensington

This is a pop-up shop created by British artists to sell their work in the run up to Christmas, under the banner of Paper Hare.  Artists include Tamsin Abbot, Liam Barrett, Paul Bommer, Rose de Borman, Christopher Brown, Claire Curtis, Mr Finch, Hannah Firmin, Jonny Hannah, Mark Hearld, Richard Sharples, Sally Priston & Emily Warren.

When - 26th November - 21st December

Where - 10-12 Exhibition Road, London, SW7 2HF

Map

Link 1 - Rose de Borman's blog
Link 2 - The Museau of British Folklore

Review - the Barcelona Supper Club by Codorniu

On Wednesday night my friend Ali and I went to a fantastic interactive supper club. Most supper clubs give you great food and company; this one gave us all of that but also a cookery class, a cava tasting class, and a Jamon carving class...

The Barcelona Supper Club, organised by Codorniu, took place downstairs at L’atelier des Chefs in Wigmore Street.  It’s a medium sized venue, which normally serves as a cookery school.  We all signed in, were served our first (of many) glasses of cava, and given access to some delicious olives and bread.

We were given a small guide book to the evening, and put into 3 groups, to make the numbers more manageable for the different activities.  We could see the menu on the blackboard, and luckily my group got to do the cooking first.  I say luckily, because we were being plied with cava very liberally; I’m glad I was cooking early on!

The cookery session was run by Rachel McCormack from Catalan Cooking.  She took us through the prep and cooking of the final course, Anec amb Peras y Espinacs a Catalana (Duck breast with Codorniu cava Soaked Pears and Carrots, Broccoli, and New Potatoes), showing us first how to chop the tomatoes to the right size, then seal the duck and so on.  This lasted about 20 minutes or so, and we got to mark our casserole dishes so that we could find what we’d cooked at the end. (The equipment we got to use was fantastic - the Le Creuset frying pan is going straight onto my Christmas list!)

Then it was time for the ‘Fizzness School’ aka Cava Tasting, where Nick Mantella gave us 5 of the different Codorniu varieties to taste.  All were delicious, but I think my favourite was the Anna de Codorniu, which is the best-selling cava in Spain.

Then to the Jamon carving, led by Chuse Valero, who made it look so easy, and cut off huge amounts of fresh Jamon from the bone for us to taste. Quite simply I’ve never lasted ham like it.  Even the best you can buy has inevitably lost something through storage; this just tasted insanely good!

Then it was time to eat.  The four courses that had been cooked - Jamon y Pa amb Tomaquet (carved ham with tomato bread), Xato de Sitges (Salt cod and Romesco Sauce with Curly Endive), Calamarsons Farcits de Ceba (Baby squid stuffed with caramelised onions), & finally our own Anec amb Peras y Espinacs a Catalana were brought to the table in turn and wolfed down.  All the teams had done their cooking bits well, and all were very good.

By this point we were running a bit later than we’d hoped, so we had to race off, but not forgetting to grab our goodie bags (inc. a bottle of cava).

Overall it was a brilliant, brilliant night, and fantastic value for £40 a head.  Most cookery classes cost more than that, without the other sessions and tha cava.  Probably not one for teetotallers, people who don’t like cava, or vegetarians, but we’d definitely do it again.  Please Codorniu - can we do it again..?

The Long Table Pop-up Food Night Market in Dalston - NOW FINISHED

This is a great idea - a night market for food, full of some of the best street food vendors, plus a bar, and live music.  Just pray that it stays dry...

"Launching on Friday 25th November from 6pm - Midnight, The Long Table will offer a hand-picked selection of London's finest street food, along with a fully stocked bar and live music. Featuring signature dishes from the likes of Nuno Mendes with the Loft Project, The Yum Buns, Hawksmoor, Moro and Big Apple Hot Dogs; we're celebrating all types of food and tastes.
The best meals in life are about who you share them with.
OPEN EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT UNTIL CHRISTMAS, 6PM - 1AM."

When - Every Friday night from now until Christmas - 25/11/11, 2/12/11, 9/12/11, 16/12/11

Where - Abbot Street, Dalston, E8 3DP

Map

Link - The Long Table

Dita Von Teese's Pop-up Speakeasy in Piccadilly

File under 'very select'!  Burlesque dancer Dita Von Teese is opening a pop-up speakeasy in the Pigalle Club in Piccadilly at the end of November in association with Cointreau Prive.  To gain access you need to be a member of the Cointreau community (see link below) and then request to attend.

""I opened a similar private bar in Paris last year," she told us. "It was with a collaboration with Cointreau Privé, and I really wanted to bring the same concept to London and then eventually to LA. It's going to be every elegant, like my own home, and have a great retro style. There's nothing like this in London, I'm hoping that having a drink in my bar will be an unforgettable experience."
Inside Von Teese's Paris bar, which carries a similar decor to the London venue
The bar, open for a three-week period, will be decorated using Von Teese's personal items, including costumes covered in Swarovski crystals. Drinks will come in the form of expertly-made cocktails, crafted by professional mixologists.
"It'll be glamorous and sexy. I hope people will have a great night out there," she said. "My favourite bars are the Fumoir in Claridge's and Le Bar Hemingway at The Ritz in Paris. Bars should have a luxurious feel to them, they should be cosy with a story behind them - a little bit of history. I hope my bar will be as special.""

When - 29th November - 20th December

Where - The Pigalle Club, 215 Piccadilly, W1J 9HN

Map

Link 1 - Cointreau Prive

Link 2 - Article

Too Much Is Never Enough Pop-up Restaurant in Shoreditch

The Disappearing Dining Club are back, this time with a month-long residency in Shoreditch, offering multiple courses over multiple floors, right up until Christmas.  It sounds like it's going to be very dramatic, very theatrical, and very memorable.  The Club hosts regular events, most recently this Dinner Dance.

"Too Much is Never Enough is a four course exploration of 123 Bethnal Green Road, a beautiful, Grade II listed, Victorian corner terrace, its rich and colourful history, and the beautiful gift and fashion concept store now housed witin it.
Each floor is a course. Welcome cocktails are followed by mini-Winter Soups and Potted Meats in Menswear, a second floor East End boys club that tells the story of Moderne Buckles, the previous occupiers of 123, and front for a network of illegal gun suppliers. Mains are served in Ladieswear, an elegantly dressed boudoir with antique nudes, vintage erotica, great wine choices and a huge sharing table with giant, cast iron hot pots of Coq au Vin, Cassoulet and Vegetable Stews with big, tasty winter salads. Desserts are in the Bunker Cafe with Hot Doughnuts, Spiced Rum & Mince Pies, Britsh Cheeses and dessert cocktails with drinking, DJs and late night fun till midnight.
Shop, or don’t shop. It’s up to you. We think a visit to Too Much is Never Enough will take you about 3 hours and costs £50 for three courses of great food and four very lovely drinks.
There’s also a 10% discount off everything you buy at Too Much Is Never Enough and every guest will be given a 10% discount card valid till the end of February 2012."

When - 22nd November - 22nd December, Tuesday - Thursday only

Where - 123 Bethnal Green Road, London E2
Note - pre-booking only.  For tickets email info@disappearingdiningclub.co.uk

Map

Link - The Disappearing Dining Club

Redstone Press Pop-up Bookshop in Notting Hill

Redstone Press, publishers of unusual art and science books, is celebrating it's first 25 years with a pop-up shop in Notting Hill.

"For twelve 
days 
only 
shoppers 
are 
invited into 
the 
world 
of 
Redstone
 Press 
who
 will 
be selling
 their 
beautiful
and 
unique 
books 
and
 boxes, 
old 
and 
new,
 at 
special 
prices.
Pick
 up 
all 
our 
new 
publications 
including The 
Redstone 
Diary 
of 
The 
Senses 
2012, The
 Household 
Box, 
The
 Redstone 
Book 
of 
the 
Eye 
and
 The
 Redstone
 Inkblot 
Test and
 have
 the
 opportunity 
to 
shop
 from
 our 
archive.

Book
lovers
 can 
choose 
from
 a 
huge 
array 
of 
out 
of 
print 
publications
 including
 many first 
editions 
of 
early Redstone
 boxes 
including
 Frans
 Masereel’s 
Passionate 
Journey,
 Images
 of 
Frida 
Kahlo
 with 
an 
introduction
by 
Angela
 Carter 
and 
Osip 
Mandelstam’s Journey 
to 
Armenia 
with 
an 
introduction
by 
Bruce 
Chatwin.

And 
we 
won’t
 just 
be 
selling 
books!

Our 
spectacular
 prints 
by 
J.
G. 
Posada (just 
exhibited
 at 
the 
Mexican 
Embassy), 
unique prints 
from
 Russian
 Children’s
 books 
of 
the
 1930’s 
and
 beautiful 
Rorschach
 Inkblot prints 
make 
perfect 
Christmas
 presents,
framed 
or 
unframed.
Also
 on
 sale: 
remarkable
 books
 produced
 by
 Adam 
Lowe 
at 
Factum‐Arte 
in 
Madrid.
Redstone 
will 
also 
be 
hosting 
a 
number
 of 
events 
in 
the 
evenings 
where 
shoppers 
can
 relax 
and
 browse 
(with 
a 
glass 
of 
something
 and
 a 
mince 
pie!)"

When - 12th - 24th December

Where - 201 
Portobello
 Road,
 W11 
1LU

Map

Link - Redstone Press

The Fourth Wall Wandering Bar

The Fourth Wall is a very neat concept - a bar that appears in a different location each week.  Visit the website to see a cryptic picture to reveal the location (see recent example above), and get in touch via their website to get on the guest list.

"Created by the people behind Bourne and Hollingsworth and Blitz Party, The Fourth Wall is a new roaming bar concept that moves to a new secret location each weekend.
Designed to recreate the familiar within the unfamiliar, The Fourth Wall is a complete replica of Bourne and Hollingsworth bar  of Rathbone Place that will be touring London and occupying a different location every week.  From the distinctive flowered wallpaper and the table cloths, to the furniture and the cocktail glasses, The Fourth Wall will completely duplicate the original Fitzrovia venue but, like a film set or a theatre prop, this wandering bar will be packed away at the end of the night and move on.
The wandering bar is a completely original drinking and social concept. Like stepping into the looking glass, The Fourth Wall has created a known world set within the unknown. Guests will walk into a space, be it a warehouse or ballroom, then walk through another door into a completely new venue.
The Fourth Wall indulges in its artifice. Rather like breaking down the fourth wall in theatre, this bar can be seen in its raw form as a specially constructed installation, but once inside, guests will feel as  though they are back in the original bar NoHo. The  Fourth Wall will  challenge their  previous  perceptions and experiences of Bourne and Hollingsworth by creating new, but familiar ones in their place.  
[...]
Guests  at The Fourth Wall  will be able to  enjoy the  sharp and sophisticated  cocktail  concoctions found at Bourne and Hollingsworth, as well as experiencing the music, atmosphere and décor synonymous with its twin.
The Fourth Wall’s wandering location will remain a secret to those not in the know. As the weeks go on, there will be hints left around London in the form of notes, emails, messages and codes, as the locations get harder to find out about."

When - Friday & Saturday, 5pm - 1am

Where - A secret - visit www.whereisthefourthwall.com to find out

Link - Where Is The Fourth Wall

Makerhood Pop-up Christmas Market in Brixton - NOW FINISHED

Makerhood is an initiative that's run by volunteers to promote local makers, and help them to sell their goods.  They're creating a craft market in the very popular Brixton Village covered market for three weekends in the run-up to Christmas.

"Visitors to Brixton Village, one of London’s hottest dining spots, will also be able to buy some cool Christmas presents from local makers, as Makerhood Brixton sets up some pop-up stalls in the next few weeks.
Makerhood Brixton (https://makerhood.com) is a local website that helps shoppers in Brixton and nearby areas of south London find local makers and producers.
The website currently lists over 430 items from more than 50 local makers, ranging from biscuits and greetings cards to T-shirts, prints and bedside cabinets. Prices start at 80p for a postcard of Brixton and go up to £1,400 for an artwork based on Arabic calligraphy.
While there are many websites selling handmade items, Makerhood Brixton is unique in trying to forge links between local makers and buyers. As well as posting goods, sellers also offer to deliver or hand over items at local meeting points, allowing buyers to meet the person who made it and learn more about them.
Some of the sellers are professional traders, like Lucy Hodge of Brazen Bettie, who makes kitsch vintage print pinnies.
Others enjoy making things for a hobby, such as Dima Jarkas of Le Petit Type, who sells cards made on her own letterpress."

When - Saturday 26 November, Sunday 27 November, Saturday 3 December, Saturday 17 December, Sunday 18 December

Where - Brixton Village, Coldharbour Lane, London SW9 8PS

Map

Link - Makerhood

Ebay Christmas Pop-up Shop in Soho - NOW FINISHED

One of the reasons for having a pop-up shop is to give a physical presence to online-only stores, and now Ebay have announced that they will be opening a pop-up store in London in the run up to Christmas.  You can't actually buy goods in the store, but you can handle and examine, and then buy over a smartphone app to be delivered to your home a few days later.  Details are pretty sketchy so far, but we know that it'll be for 5 days only, and in Dean Street.  So - Amazon next?

"If you have a QR-reading smartphone, you will be able to scan a tag and have your phone take you to where you need to be in the online store. If not, eBay has partnered with HTC to lend you a smartphone whilst you are in store — acting as your personal shopping list.

Instead of tills and cashiers, tablets will be used to offer the full eBay shopping experience to customers who wish to browse the site anyhow.

The experimental store will be open only for a few days, as part of the auction giant’s bid to move towards the mainstream British ‘high street’."

When - 1st - 5th December

Where - 34-35 Dean Street, London, W1D 4PR

Map - Approximate

Link - Article

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Pop-ups in London 18th - 25th November

Food & Drink

Anna Mae's Pop-up Barbecue - Numerous Times & Locations
Bombay Sapphire Pop-up Gin Den in Hackney
Canteen Pop-up Restaurant in Covent Garden Piazza
Pip's Dish Prospero's Kitchen Pop-up Restaurant in Islington - Thurs - Sat only
The Fourth Wall Wandering Bar - Friday & Saturday only
Too Much Is Never Enough Pop-up Restaurant in Shoreditch - Tues - Thurs Only
Young Turks Pop-up Restaurant Above the Ten Bells in Spitalfields - From Tuesday 1st

Shopping

Bagpuss & Co Pop-up Shop in Bayswater - Finishes Sunday 30th
Cath Kidston's Christmas Pop-up Shop in Westfield
Designer Makers Pop-up Handmade Christmas Gift Shop in Exmouth Market - From 21st
Fox & Flyte Pop-up Shop at Ben Pentreath in Bloomsbury
Free Christmas Pop-up Food Markets & Events on The South Bank
Front Up Rugby Pop-up Shop in Westfield Stratford City
Google Chromezone Pop-up Store in PC World in Tottenham Court Road
Harry Potter Pop-up Shop at Harrods
Hay Danish Design Pop-up Shop in Seven Dials
HMV Pop-up Technology Store in St Paul's
Jack Wills Pop-up Store at Heathrow Terminal 5
Lisa Stickley's Pop-up Shop in Clapham
Luna & Curious Pop-up Design Shop at The Sanderson Hotel in Fitzrovia
Ted Baker's 'Sweet Shoppe' Pop-up Accessories Shop in Selfridges
The Muzungu Sisters Pop-up Shop at the Momo Cafe in Mayfair
William Curley's Pop-up Chocolate Shop in St Martin's Lane

Films, events & happenings

Courvoisier's Dickensian Walking Tours in London - From 23rd
Fine Artistree Pop-up Theatre Near Battersea Park
Penhaligon's Pop-up Movember Barbershop in Covent Garden
Royal Court Pop-up Theatre in Peckham
The Nomad Pop-up Cinema at Whiteley's in Bayswater
The Underground Film club at the Roundhouse in Camden

NOTE - PLEASE CHECK WITH THE POP-UPS FOR OPENING TIMES & AVAILABILITY OF TICKETS BEFORE YOU GO!

Designer Makers Pop-up Handmade Christmas Gift Shop in Exmouth Market - NOW FINISHED

I think that this Christmas is going to be very crafty!  There are lots of pop-ups and markets opening to sell really good quality hand-made and craft items - and this one will be open in Exmouth Market for nearly 3 weeks.

When - 21st November - 10th December

Where - 18 Exmouth Market, EC1R 4QE

Map

Link - Designer Makers

HMV Pop-up Technology Store in St Paul's

HMV have had pop-ups before - records and DVDs sell far more in the run-up to Christmas than at other times of the year so it makes sense - but this is their first 'technology only' store:

"At the new pop-up store, which is leased until the start of 2012 with an option to extend the agreement, there will be a small selection of chart computer games, CDs and DVD/Blu-ray titles but most of its 1,200 sq ft will be dominated by tech goods.
Ewan Pinder, HMV Head of Technology, commented: “HMV’s remit has always been to give its customers the widest-possible access to music, film and games, however they want to discover and enjoy them.
“So our move into personal technology products, including through this new-style store, is actually a very natural next step for us that supports our continuing transformation into a broad-based entertainment brand.
“Headphones, in particular, are really taking off in a big way, and are set to be among the ‘must-have’ gift items this Christmas.”"

When - 15th November - 15th January

Where - One New Change, London EC2V 6DL

Map

Link - Article

Crafty Pint Christmas Craft Fair & Film Screening in Tooting - NOW FINISHED

Another crafty event at the Tooting Tram and Social, this time organised by the good people at Handmade in Tooting.  It includes workshops so that you can learn how to make Christmas gifts (& there'll still be time left in December to do it).

"Our December Crafty Pint will be a Handmade Christmas extravaganza with a pick n’ mix selection of workshops, a rare UK screening of Handmade Nation, vintage tea parlour and the Handmade in Tooting pop-up boutique.  Crafty Pint will take over the Tooting Tram and Social for the day, setting up different workshop zones with our Crafty Pint tutors. Take your pick and spend the day, creating your own fabulous gifts all handmade by you in Tooting. More details about all the workshops are below.
Entrance £5 includes a £5 discount off your first workshop and the film screening.  You can pre-book or pay on the day. The first 30 advance bookings will win a Etsy Tote and Crafty Pint Lucky bag with all sorts of craft treats for you.  Pre-paid bookings can also reserve their workshop places for the day."

When - Saturday 3rd December, 12pm - 6pm

Where - Tooting Tram and Social, 46-48 Mitcham Road, London SW17 9NA

Map

Link - Handmade in Tooting

Pip's Dish Prospero's Kitchen Pop-up Restaurant in Islington

Food writer Philip Dundas is organising some nights of fun with his new Pip's Dish night in a secret location in Islington.  It will take place for three nights a week - Thursday to Saturday - between now and Christmas.

"Once again, working with my partners at Farm Direct, I’m creating something called Prospero’s Kitchen. Not only will you experience fresh produce from farms, boats and artisan producers across the UK but because it’s Christmas I’m giving people a special evening and combining my love of food and theatre. I will be collaborating with actors and performers to create a menu of diverting and culinary delights to get your Christmas holidays off with a sparkling performance, a song, the doffing of a chapeau and some bright stars in the sky!
The dinners will be exclusive evenings organised to delight you and your friends. I am only running a few of these pop up festive dinners, so you’ll need to book quickly (3 evenings are already booked out to parties). For a cost of £35 you’ll get a 3 course dinner. You can book tables of 6 or if you want you can share a table with new and delicious friends."

When - 17th November - 23rd December, Thursday - Saturday only

Where - 'A secret location' in Islington

Cost - £35 per head - to book call 07764 336 220

Link - Pip's Dish

Pop-ups in London 11th - 18th November

Food & Drink

Anna Mae's Pop-up Barbecue - Numerous Times & Locations
Bombay Sapphire Pop-up Gin Den in Hackney
Canteen Pop-up Restaurant in Covent Garden Piazza
The Barcelona Supper Club by Codorniu in Wigmore Street - Wednesday 16th
The Feast of St Martin Dinner & Festivities in Dalston - Friday 11th
Pip's Dish Prospero's Kitchen Pop-up Restaurant in Islington - Starts Thurs 17th
The Pale Blue Door Pop-up Restaurant in a Secret Location - Thursday - Sunday only
Young Turks Pop-up Restaurant Above the Ten Bells in Spitalfields - From Tuesday 1st

Shopping

Bagpuss & Co Pop-up Shop in Bayswater - Finishes Sunday 30th
Cath Kidston's Christmas Pop-up Shop in Westfield
Fox & Flyte Pop-up Shop at Ben Pentreath in Bloomsbury
Free Christmas Pop-up Food Markets & Events on The South Bank - From Friday 18th
Front Up Rugby Pop-up Shop in Westfield Stratford City
Google Chromezone Pop-up Store in PC World in Tottenham Court Road
Harry Potter Pop-up Shop at Harrods
Hay Danish Design Pop-up Shop in Seven Dials
Jack Wills Pop-up Store at Heathrow Terminal 5
Lisa Stickley's Pop-up Shop in Clapham
Luna & Curious Pop-up Design Shop at The Sanderson Hotel in Fitzrovia
Ted Baker's 'Sweet Shoppe' Pop-up Accessories Shop in Selfridges
The Muzungu Sisters Pop-up Shop at the Momo Cafe in Mayfair
William Curley's Pop-up Chocolate Shop in St Martin's Lane

Films, events & happenings

Fine Artistree Pop-up Theatre Near Battersea Park
Penhaligon's Pop-up Movember Barbershop in Covent Garden
Royal Court Pop-up Theatre in Peckham
The Nomad Pop-up Cinema at Whiteley's in Bayswater - Starts Monday 14th

NOTE - PLEASE CHECK WITH THE POP-UPS FOR OPENING TIMES & AVAILABILITY OF TICKETS BEFORE YOU GO!

Lisa Stickley Pop-up Shop in Clapham

London designer Lisa Stickley has opened a pop-up shop in Abbeyville Road in Clapham.  Lisa already has a permanent shop in Landor Road, Clapham North, but this brings her unique bags, purses and more into a more bustling shopping street.

"The lisa stickley brand was established in 2003. now hugely successful lisa stickley has a stand alone store in london, mail order catalogue and collections stocked both in the uk and internationally within acclaimed department stores such as selfridges, fenwicks, heals and liberty (london), le bon marche (paris), hankyu and ships (japan).
The lisa stickley main range consists of five categories including home textiles focusing on splendid linen’s and cotton’s for kitchen and dining. fine bone china inspired by classic 50’s and 60’s shapes. coated cotton bags, purses and accessories for travel, toiletries and everyday use. stationery including books, pencils and notecards. and bed & bath in a fabulous selection of glorious prints. "

When - 5th November - End of December

Where - 29 Abbeyville Road, SW4 9LA

Map

Link - Lisa Stickley

Courvoisier's Dickensian Walking Tours in London - NOW FINISHED

Courvoisier is going to be holding walking tours around London (starting in Covent Garden) in November and December.  You'll get to meet some Dickensian characters and drink some special punch, and it all sounds rather splendid.  Tours cost £12 per person, and are bookable here.

"The Courvoisier Dickens Punch Tour is an interactive, hour long walking tour of Dickensian London, visiting Dickens favourite haunts and past residences. During the tour you will find yourself immersed in the drama of ‘A Christmas Carol’  complete with Dickens’ characters popping up along the way! The historic journey will culminates with a well-deserved Christmas Courvoisier Smoking Bishop punch made by Ebenezer Scrooge himself (just like the final scene of the festive favourite) at Dickens’ personal book binders, the Old Curiosity Shop.
‘Guests can expect the unexpected as well as learning some history along the way with locations including Bow Street Magistrates Court (where Bob Cratchit would have gone if Scrooge had put him up in front of the debtors court), the Charles Dickens Coffee Shop and St Clements Danes Church (whose bells are said to have woken Scrooge from his nightmare dreams). They will also take away a surprise gift so that they can recreate this Christmas spirit and festive frolics at home.’"

When - 23rd November - 3rd December, Weds - Sat only

Where - Meet at Bow Street Magistrates’ Court, 28 Bow Street, London, WC2E 7AS

Map

Link 1 - Courvoisier

Link 2 - Article

Link 3 - Booking