Looking for the best second hand bookshops in London? These are the 20 places you shouldn’t miss. In the age of Amazon, same-day delivery and internet shopping, the idea of rummaging through one of London’s second-hand bookshops might seem arcane. Shopping? In person? Without any guarantee that you’ll find what you’re looking for? Pretty sure …
Lost crown jewels of Angkor Wat found in London. Here’s what we know so far. A priceless collection of jewellery from ancient Cambodia was found in London last summer. The pieces include crowns, necklaces and amulets as well as other priceless objects and are crown jewels from a part of Cambodian history known as the …
Ready to discover the best festivals in London 2023? Don your glitter and your fanciest wellies, these are the hottest events on this year’s line-up. London music festivals are some of the best in the world. As Londoners, we’re privileged to be able to enjoy all the multi-day joy of a great festival right on …
Looking for the best musicals in London to have on your radar this year? Read on to discover our top picks. Rightly so, catching a production in the capital earns itself a place on many tourists’ (and locals’) bucket lists… and right now the capital is filled with hundreds of Wicked productions well worth your …
Discover the contemporary London authors you need to add to your TBR list. From intergenerational tales to complex love stories, we’ve got you covered when it comes to reading inspo. Words by John Rogers From the days of Jane Austen and Charles Dickens, London has been the setting for many of English literature’s finest novels. …
Looking to head to the theatre? Discover the best London theatre set to hit the stage in 2023 and beyond. Whether you enjoy dazzling performances from household names, cheesy musical numbers, or gritty indie plays, London’s West End and off West End stages are always abuzz with brilliant productions. Not sure what you should be …
Leake Street Tunnel is one of London’s coolest street art spots. Tucked away underneath Waterloo station, it’s an ever-changing canvas of colourful murals. Planning to visit? Here’s what you need to know. Leake Street graffiti tunnel is one of London’s not-so-hidden gems. This 300 metre tunnel is the city’s largest legal graffiti wall and has …
The first major UK exhibition to explore the talents of Renaissance legend Donatello will open at the V&A next month. Donatello: Sculpting the Renaissance will open at the V&A Museum in February 2023. And it looks like an exhibition not to be missed – particularly if you’ve got an intense (albeit niche) interest in 15th …
London’s cinematic heritage runs deep, as demonstrated by its wonderful indie cinema scene. These are the best independent cinemas in London for blockbuster hits and arthouse movies. Words by Sam Jean Cinephiles unite – London’s independent cinemas are out there waiting for you. Combining the UK’s illustrious filmmaking industry with international and arthouse films from …
Set in the heart of one of South-East London’s flourishing neighbourhoods, Dulwich Picture Gallery is one of the city’s premiere art collections set away from the hustle and bustle of London’s better known galleries. Words by John Rogers Dulwich Picture Gallery was established in 1811 as the world’s first purpose-built art gallery for public consumption …
