Free things to do at home during Corona Virus lockdown

Enjoy free shows, culture, books and classes online at home

I have been amazed by the number of fantastic and fun activities that are being made available for free during this worrying time of COVID-19 and lockdown.

Of course it would be lovely to do everything. But I am trying to stay disciplined and keep working on my art business, painting and designing, so I've had to pick and choose what extra things I do with my time.

For me continuing to sing is a must. How about you?

If you're looking for new or additional things to enjoy, and want a fix of arts and culture then some of these may be ideal for you.

ART & MUSEUM VIRTUAL TOURS

• Virtual tour of the National Gallery

• The British Museum
  
  
• The Louvre

MUSICALS & THEATRE

• The Shows Must Go On!

Official Youtube channel that streams one Andrew Lloyd Webber musical each weekend.

Photo credit: Really Useful Group Ltd

• Cirque du Soleil

Official Youtube channel that streams a Cirque du Soleil special each week.

• National Theatre

Showing various productions free to stream at home during lockdown closure.

• Whats On Stage

SINGING & CHOIRS

• Rock Choir - keep Britain singing
  
  
  

• Gareth Malone's Great British Home Chorus
  
  
• Stay at Home Choir

READING & BOOKS

Amazon UK is offering a fab 2 month free trial for Kindle Unlimited Books if you sign-up before 30 April 2020. 

PHOTOGRAPHY CLASSES

• Nikon School Online

Nikon has made its entire curriculum of online photography classes free until the end of April 2020.

Do you have other suggestions to add to this list? Then let me know in the comments and I'll keep it updated.

Have fun.

And stay safe and healthy!

Jayne Leighton Herd

Jayne Leighton Herd is a fine artist & designer based in Berkshire in the UK. She produces beautifully colourful contemporary statement abstract, landscape and seascape art.

A professional artist for over 17 years, she undertakes commissions for bespoke art for both individual and commercial clients.

Jayne also blogs for Claude & Leighton, which she owns and runs with her husband Laurent, selling her fine art prints and digital artwork.

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