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Celebrating health and wellbeing in the heart of London Bridge.
28th October - 4th November 2025

Linking universities, hospitals, museums and more, the London Bridge Medi-Culture District brings together sites of pivotal importance to science, medicine and culture in the area.

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What People Are Saying

  • "Great events. Really interesting and engaging. A fantastic way to foster pride in our local area, keep its history alive and foster community spirit. Top marks Team London Bridge."

  • "Mary and I so greatly enjoyed the walk, and were impressed by the pacing, enthusiasm and knowledge.. The time flew by and I saw and learned many new things, right from the start where we sat! Thank you."

  • “Brilliantly curated. Very well organised. Timings are just right."

  • “So engaging & knowledgeable! I'm really glad I found these events and was able to come.”

  • “Both events excellent, the speakers brought the museums to life.”

  • “So engaging & knowledgeable! I'm really glad I found these events and was able to come.”

  • "The people attending the workshop were inspiring, engaged and open to conversation."

  • "Well paced, thoughtful walk - the leader knew her stuff and was friendly!"

  • "Thanks so much for having us at the Frank Reed Workshop - it was a great day and the energy in the room was really exciting!"

  • "Just wanted to thank you for the Medi-Culture festival. I attended the Old Operating Theatre talk yesterday morning followed by the two hour bodysnatchers walking tour, both led by the indefatigable and excellent Alannah."

Medi-Culture District
Self-Guided Walk

Take a walk through medical history and modern wellbeing and explore the medicinal connections from the Florence Nightingale Museum to the Old Operating Theatre. Discover a monastic herb garden, 1950s exercise regimes, Victorian workplace risks, the founding of a children’s hospital, and the health benefits of chocolate and beer!