
Visit Postman’s Park
Not far from the grandeur of St Paul’s is one of London’s most unassuming and charming little parks. Tucked behind the General Post Office, it was built in 1880 so that the post …
Not far from the grandeur of St Paul’s is one of London’s most unassuming and charming little parks. Tucked behind the General Post Office, it was built in 1880 so that the post …
Hidden away behind a deceptively small entrance, but easily located thanks to the giant mural, is a sun-dappled free-to-enter neighbourhood garden complete with meandering paths, sofas and table …
Pelicans have been resident in St James’s Park since the first birds were gifted by the Russian Ambassador in 1664. The pelicans are free to roam but tend to stay near the lake; sociable …
Just so we’re clear, OTB in chess lingo stands for ‘Over The Board’ – in other words, actual irl chess played with real boards, real pieces, real people and one of those …
This year King’s Cross will be ringing the changes with a line-up of amazing markets, each offering a huge array of unique gifts, festive street food, fashion from emerging brands, vintage …
It’s not really that secret, given it’s the highest-rated comedy club in the UK, but it’s very Cheapo. Get in for just to see a mix of new up-and-coming talent and established …
We’re celebrating 10 years of the Southbank Centre Winter Market this year, and it’s back bigger and brighter than ever. Twenty cute little Alpine chalets are there for all your …
Historical Highlights Tours return to Somerset House, inviting visitors to discover its varied and surprising history. In a newly upgraded one-hour experience, their guides will take you on a …
With live blues and soul, DJs, late nights on Friday and Saturday, free entry and cocktails, you don’t have to spend a fortune to have a great night out. Whether you’re heading over …
Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club is a Soho institution and no trip to London is complete without a visit. Established in 1959, the legendary club has played host to the world’s musical greats, …
Prepare to be a weird combination of inspired, impressed and hungry at this year’s Gingerbread City, filled with incr-edible displays (see what we did there?). It’s very cool, and …
Every weekend on non-event days, Wembley Park’s Market Square comes alive with the open-air Farmers’ Market, hosted by the organisers behind the world-famous Portobello Market. Set beneath a …
Get the most from your weekend with all the fun of an escape room, a walking tour, and a dessert-a-thon in one! Solve riddles sent to your phone to follow a 2-3 hour walking tour of some of …
Eden Dock is a waterfront oasis in the heart of Canary Wharf, created together with the Eden Project as a blueprint for biodiversity and habitat gain for cities around the world. It features …
Ever been on a statue safari? Eco-friendly and free, they are full of surprises and sightings are guaranteed! A new book, London’s Statues of Women by Juliet Rix ( from Safe Haven Books) …
The Blue Posts pub and the Soho Comedy Factory present a cocktail of comedy talent, from well-known faces to the stars of tomorrow. Previous shows have included acts seen on Live at the Apollo, …
The soaring ‘Spirit of Christmas’ lights will be back for 2024, making Regent Street a magical place to get your Christmas shopping started. The low-energy, environment-friendly LED …
Billed as the capital’s most picturesque Christmas market, London Bridge City will be getting festive again this year with Winter by the River (previously known as Christmas by the River). …
Is it even Christmas if you haven’t stumbled (or swooped) your way around an outdoor ice rink? This year Brent Cross shopping centre will launch its first ever ice rink, transforming the …
Get your Christmas shopping and festive fun done in one spot as Westfield London’s iconic ice rink returns for 2024 with an Oceania vibe, sponsored by Disney’s Moana 2 which is on at the Vue …
For traditional festive feels, head to Hyde Park for their Winter Wonderland celebration. With everything from a fairground, ice slide and ice skating to a Christmas market and festive bars, …
One of London’s most famous squares is getting a festive makeover, with a Christmas market filled with hand-crafted goods, delicious food, mulled wine and the Spiegeltent – a pop-up event …
Summer festivals and fireworks night might be two of the main draws at Ally Pally in any calendar year but there’s also plenty going on during the winter months. This year, Ally Pally …
The South Bank is fairy-lit and lovely all year round, but it’s a particularly good spot if you want to avoid the hectic hordes of central London High Street and chill out by catching an …