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Wednesday 3rd December 2008

Somerset House

Strand
London
WC2R 1LA

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Ice Skating at Somerset House. © Tony and Maureen Kemp - http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/

This magnificent 18th century building is a thriving cultural centre for London and is home to the magnificent artcollections of the Courtauld Institute Gallery, Gilbert Collection and Hermitage Rooms. Somerset House provides an exciting year-round programme of events for visitors of all ages.

The South Building also boasts a superb restaurant - The Admiralty - and a summer caf on the River Terrace offering spectacular views across the Thames.

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