Women's History Month 2025

The Breathe & Bond Brunch: 'Womentines' Edition

Saturday 1 March
Kindred, Hammersmith, 12noon to 5pm

Intimate brunch for sisters and their communities raising children with SEND, featuring DJ and networking opportunities.

Wonder Women Live 2025!

Wednesday 5 March
The Westworks, White City Place (The Studio), 6.30pm to 10pm

An evening celebrating women in Television, featuring a panel discussion with former BBC1 Controller Lorraine Heggessey, TV presenter Angellica Bell, executive producer Nadine Marsh-Edwards, and other industry leaders. Includes drinks reception and structured networking.

International Women's Day Market

Thursday 6 March
245 Hammersmith Road, 10am to 5pm

Pop by for handmade gifts, delicious treats, artisanal goodies and other unique finds from local women-led businesses.

Mending techniques for everyday life

Saturday 8 March
Livat shopping mall Hammersmith, 11am to 1pm + 2pm to 4pm

A sewing workshop with La Modista. Whether it's fixing a tear in your favourite shirt or darning socks, this event will teach you how to be self-sufficient and sustainable. Book your FREE place for the morning session or afternoon session.

Supported by H&F's Women's History microgrants

International Women's Day Bicycle Mechanics Workshop

Saturday 8 March
Bikesoup, Westfield London, 12pm to 2pm

Learn essential bike maintenance skills in this FREE small-group workshop designed for women. Master practical techniques from gear indexing to puncture repair in a relaxed, supportive environment.

Taking Your Place: Women in Music lunch

Saturday 8 March
The Bull, Westfield, 12.30pm to 5.30pm

Explore what it means to take your place as a woman of faith in the music space. If you're a singer, songwriter, producer, manager or working elsewhere in the field, this networking event is for you.

Create your necklace/bracelet, sip & chat!

Saturday 8 March
The Hawk's Nest, Shepherd's Bush Market, 3pm

Join a relaxed crafting session to celebrate International Women's Day. Create your own beautiful necklace or bracelet while connecting with other creative women. Ticket includes all materials, five charms of your choice and a complimentary drink.

Accelerating Action – championing Muslim women

Sunday 9 March
Culture House W12, 4pm to 7pm

Panel event and iftar celebrating Muslim women in underrepresented fields, featuring networking, exhibition space tour and guest speakers.

London Writers' Salon: Nite Writes

Tuesday 11 March
Kindred, Hammersmith, 6.30pm

Struggling to make time to write? Let's make an evening of it. Bring your laptop, pen and notebook, or writing project and join us for focused writing time followed by socializing. Whether you're a first-time writer or a seasoned pro, you're welcome.

Songwriting workshop

Wednesday 12 and 26 March
Riverside Studios, 7pm

Learn how to write songs in this monthly course led by musician Scarlet Billham. Focus on building melodies and lyric writing through fun exercises and industry techniques. No musical knowledge required – just bring your passion for music and creativity.

Women in Soul Purpose

Thursday 13 March
Awaken London W14, 10.30am

Networking event for women entrepreneurs and professionals in wellness and spirituality. Hear from other women as they share their journeys, leadership tips and how to navigate challenges as a woman in business.

Women on Wheels Discussion

Saturday 15 March
OMA Bikes, Fulham Palace Road, 10am to 11am

An inspirational discussion from women who cycle, for women who (don't yet) cycle, on some of the trips they make and other local opportunities to get pedalling.

Supported by H&F's Women's History microgrants

Women's safety patrols with H&F Law Enforcement Team

Throughout March
H&F town centres

Meet and chat to officers from our Law Enforcement Team on their patrols around Shepherds Bush, Hammersmith and Fulham town centre, and let us know how can we help make your area safer for women. More dates to be confirmed.

Women's History Trail – guided walks

Throughout March
Meet outside William Morris Society W6

Many influential women across arts, STEM, politics and more, have called H&F their home throughout history. Trace their lives by joining a guided walk along our Women's History Trail in Hammersmith.

Children and 'harmful practices' webinar

Thursday 20 March
Online, 7pm to 8pm

Join experts at Standing Together Against Domestic Abuse to learn about and discuss practices that impact children, including female genital mutilation and child marriage. The webinar will include:

• information from local independent support agencies who work in this area, including the Asian Women's Resource Centre
• findings from a recent conference on children and harmful practices
• information on where to go for support.

Supported by H&F's Women's History microgrants

Women's memoir writing workshop

Friday 21 March
Earl's Court Community Hub, 1pm

Join memoirist Amy Beeson in this special session for women who want to share their stories and raise their voices. All levels of experience of writing and storytelling welcome. Limited free places available.

Women's Cycle Maintenance Class

Saturday 22 March
OMA Bikes, 325 Fulham Palace Road, 10am to 11am

A class for women focuses on learning about and improving cycle maintenance.

Supported by H&F's Women's History microgrants

Crochet workshop

Tuesday 25 March
20 Dawes Road SW6, 11am to 1pm

A free crochet workshop teaching beginner-friendly skills, run by community champion charity People Arise Now. The session will help connect women from across the borough's communities while learning a new craft. All materials and refreshments provided. Participants can take home their completed projects.

Supported by H&F's Women's History microgrants

Eight Ideas for a Better Tomorrow

Tuesday 25 March
Kindred Hammersmith, 7pm

Eight speakers have eight minutes each to tell us about an idea that could change the world. In celebration of Women's History Month, Kindred's signature ID8 event returns in partnership with Female Founders Rise.

The Scoop film screening

Sunday 2 March
Riverside Studios, 6pm

'Filled to the brim with girl power', this unofficial school newspaper club is stirring the pot as the school administration is desperate to keep the truth hidden from prying eyes.

Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy

Monday 3 March
Riverside Studios, 12pm

Parent and baby screening of Bridget's return as a widowed single mother navigating life, love, grief and parenting. Under-24-months welcome.

The Moon film screening

Tuesday 4 March
Riverside Studios, 8pm

Once a popular novelist known for a novel about the victims of the 2011 Tohoku earthquake, Dojima Yoko has since lost her drive to write. Seeking a change, she begins working at an institution for the Disabled hidden within a forest... Part of The Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme 2025.

On Falling film screening + director Q&A with Laura Carreira

Sunday 9 March
Riverside Studios, 5.50pm

Trapped between the confines of working as a warehouse picker in Edinburgh and the solitude of her own bedroom, Portuguese migrant, Aurora, seeks out every opportunity to not lose her sense of self.

The Last Showgirl

Until 13 March
Riverside Studios

Golden Globe-nominated Pamela Anderson stars as a Las Vegas dancer adrift after her long-running revue show closes unexpectedly.

Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy

Until 20 March
Riverside Studios, various times

The next chapter in Bridget's story finds her widowed and raising two children alone four years after Mark Darcy's death. Pressured by her friends and family to start dating again, Bridget navigates motherhood, work, and romance, including attention from a much younger man and awkward interactions with her son's science teacher.

'Unfiltered' screening and Q&A w/ Renee McGregor

Saturday 15 March
Riverside Studios, 2pm

Acclaimed sports nutritionist and ultra-runner Renee McGregor prepares for her biggest race while confronting the challenges of being a woman of colour in a predominantly white sport.

Defying Limits - Women's Voices in Challenging Professions film screening

Saturday 22 March
Fulham Library, 2.30pm to 4pm

Join award-winning filmmaker Charysse Tia Harper for the screening of The Jill of the Trade, a documentary following five women in male-dominated professions. Featuring guest speakers and a Q&A with Charysse. Watch the trailer.

International Women's Day Spin Class

Saturday 8 March
Gymbox, Wesfield shopping centre, 12.30pm to 2.30pm

High-energy spin class celebration featuring instructors Shaz & Fit By Cords, with meet & greet and warm-up session.

Unleash the Warrior Woman Within

Saturday 8 March
Millers Way W12, 11am

A practical workshop combining breathwork, movement and partner exercises to help build confidence and inner strength. No previous experience needed - just come as you are and connect with other women in a supportive environment. Includes techniques to release tension and find balance. £25, suitable for all ages.

Women's History bike ride

Sunday 9 March
Hammersmith, 10am to 1pm

Join a bike ride along our Women's History Trail in Hammersmith and beyond, which focuses on inspirational women who have lived and worked in H&F. Look up the 4-mile route on Komoot. Led by HF Cycling – meet in Brook Green.

Supported by H&F's Women's History microgrants

Musical Theatre workshop with Anna Wicks

Wednesday 12 March
Riverside Studios, 7.30pm

Learn a musical theatre/jazz-inspired routine over four sessions with Riverside's 'Dancercise' teacher Anna. By week four, you'll have a polished routine. No dance experience necessary.

Women's nutrition talk

Thursday 13 March
Nourish Hub, Edward Woods estate, 10.45am to 12noon

Registered nutritionists Helen and Ffion will lead an interactive session on women's health, nutrition and overall wellbeing. Enjoy a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere with complimentary tea and coffee, and take the opportunity to ask questions in an open Q&A session at the end. FREE, open to all.

Supported by H&F's Women's History microgrants

'Let's Talk' women's talking group

Thursday 13 March
Lytton Estate Community Hall W14, 7pm

Ladies-only workshop designed to provide a confidential and safe space for women to discuss personal struggles, access mental health support, and gain tools to build resilience.

Supported by H&F's Women's History microgrants

Dyslexic-friendly Wellbeing Talks and Tables

Friday 14 March
Imperial Invention Rooms W12, 12noon to 2pm

Learn about WIDE-A approaches (Wellbeing, Inclusive, Diverse, Equitable, Accessible) as part of this dyslexic-friendly and mental health awareness workshop for leaders, educators and their teams. Women from the Gener8te Collective will share their lived experience, wellbeing practices and resources.

This event is for our community, businesses, and educators who want to engage, learn, and meet people passionate about wellbeing.

Supported by H&F's Women's History microgrants

Sound Bath: Total Relaxation

Saturday 22 March
Riverside Studios, 3pm and 4.30pm

Immerse yourself in a peaceful atmosphere where soothing sounds of singing bowls, drums, and chimes wash over you. A 70-minute escape to release tension and find inner balance. BYO yoga mat and blanket if you can.

Dancercise with Anna Wicks

Monday 24 March
Riverside Studios, 6.30pm

Rediscover the joy of movement in this judgment-free dance class. Expect air guitars, shimmying, sweating and sensational playlists in this fun workout where dancing feels good for the soul. 'Low impact' session on offer, adapted for those wanting a gentler workout.

Pilates with Athena

Tuesday 25 March
Riverside Studios, 9.30am

Improve flexibility, build strength, and develop better posture with this adaptable Pilates class. Suitable for all levels from complete beginners to advanced practitioners.

Natalie Jane: Sick to My Stomach Tour

Saturday 1 March
O2 Shepherds Bush Empire, 7pm

New Jersey-raised, Los Angeles-based artist Natalie Jane is back, and she's giving vocal range, evocative music choices and her gift for making complex feelings feel relatable.

Elvira Rey Jazz Trio

Friday 7 March, 8pm
Jazz Café POSK

Jazz evening celebrating iconic female artists from Ewa Demarczyk to Ella Fitzgerald, featuring Polish-born vocalist Elvira Rey.

Loreen

Wednesday 19 March
Hammersmith Eventim Apollo, 7pm

The Swedish electropop singer – and only woman to ever win the Eurovision Song Contest twice – is set to bring the headline show of her biggest UK and European tour yet to Hammersmith.

Tina Turner at the Palace

Friday 21 March
Fulham Palace, 7.30pm

Get ready to be transported to the electrifying world of Tina Turner.

Anna Erhard

Friday 21 March
Bush Hall, 7.30pm

Swiss-born, Berlin-based singer-songwriter is bringing her unique, genre-blurring sound to Shepherds Bush, with elements of folk, indie, and experimental music.

Meadhbh Walsh

Saturday 22 March
Irish Cultural Centre Hammersmith, 7.30pm

For music lovers who share Meadhbh's passion for Irish culture and a unique blend of traditional and contemporary folk.

Lauren Mayberry

Wednesday 26 March
O2 Shepherds Bush Empire, 7pm

Scottish singer and front woman of electro pop band Chvrches Lauren Mayberry returns with her debut solo album Vicious Creature.