Sarah Watkins

This small selection of photographs from the Coral Triangle shows the huge variety of life amongst the reefs. The vivid colours and conservational message make it a memorable exhibition, and one that is clearly close to the Horniman Museum's heart.

Ragged Schools were set up during the 19th century to educate poor children, and provided a community hub that offered both free meals and moral education. This museum in Tower Hamlets provides fascinating information and exhibits from the Victorian era. You can even attend a Victorian lessson – but make sure to come with your hands clean!

Ice Age Art at the British Museum is an awe-inspiring exhibition that gathers together works of art from across Europe. It explores the artistic and creative mind of our ancestors, and shows the links between us and them. 

Murder in the Library is a novel survey of 200 years of crime fiction. This clever exhibition, sourced from the British Library's own collections, is a loving celebration of whodunnits, murder mysteries and detective stories. It is structured around a literal A–Z, with each letter representing an aspect of the genre worth exploring. 

Hartnell to Amies: Couture by Royal Appointment captures the very best of two eminent British designers, Norman Hartnell and Hardy Amies, who changed the face of British fashion. From show-stopping outfits to sketches of Queens, this elegant exhibition will have you longing for the top-notch couture of the past.

The Geffrye Museum knows how to do Christmas in style. It has turned its rooms into a tour through 400 years of festive traditions. If you have ever wondered how a table was set for a yuletide feast in the 1630s or how the drawing room would have been decorated during the Regency period, then this is the exhibition for you.

The Tower Bridge Exhibition can be overshadowed by its near neighbour The Tower of London, but it makes an great, fun trip for children. With interactive models and videos explaining how the bridge was built and how it works, as well as a sticker passport, it was definitely a succssful day out!

This gloriously gory look at the murky world of dissection in the 19th century is not for the fainthearted. For those who dare, the rewards are immense, as it is informative, entertaining and exciting. 

Kensington Palace, which has recently undergone extensive renovations, is a charming attraction with three themed visitor trails and beautiful displays of costumes. Unfortunately information and historical context can be hard to find, but it is nevertheless worth a visit.

If you have ever wondered what a Livery Company is or what they do, then this is the exhibition for you. There are lots of treasures on display, from the twelfth century to the present day, lent by a variety of different companies.