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Lauren Kendrick

Lauren is the Features Editor for London x London. She grew up outside of the capital but has spent the last couple of years exploring all there is to know about London and compiling handy guides for you to read - mainly the best places to eat (and there are MANY).

You'll likely find her in a cool new bar sipping a cocktail or two. A spicy margarita is her poison of choice, in case you were wondering.

Leighton House is finally reopening on 15th October 2022 after getting an 8 million pound renovation – and we couldn’t be more excited. Here’s what you need to know. Situated in leafy Kensington, on the edge of Holland Park, is the studio of Victorian artist and President of the Royal Academy, Lord Leighton.  Leighton House …

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Looking to visit Clissold Park? Here’s what you need to know before you visit. Clissold Park is a picturesque open green space in Hackney’s trendy Stoke Newington area.  With an abundance of wildlife, sport facilities and two stunning lakes, it’s one of the most gorgeous parks in London. Ready to explore? Why Should I Visit …

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Looking for something fun to do in London this month? Here’s why you need to visit the brand new Stranger Things: The Experience in London. If, like everybody else on the planet, you’ve been obsessed with the latest season of Stranger Things (sorry, but can we just take a moment to appreciate the masterpiece), you’ll …

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Looking to explore the Charterhouse? This eccentric London spot has many tales to tell, here’s everything you need to know before you visit. The Charterhouse in London has an intriguing past that dates back to long before it was the Charterhouse– and it’s quite eerie.  There are plenty of places to visit at the Charterhouse …

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Sam Smith’s pubs – what are they and where can you find them? Here’s everything you need to know. Sam Smith’s pubs only serve drinks from its own brewery, Samuel Smith’s Brewery, which is Yorkshire’s oldest brewery founded in 1758 by the members of the Smith family. The brewery has everything from bitters, stouts, and …

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Looking for the best seafood restaurants in London? These tasty restaurants will take you straight to the coast. It’s a myth that you need to head to the coast to sample the very best seafood– luckily there are plenty of amazing seafood restaurants on our doorstep. Ready for a round-up of the best plaice-s for …

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Looking for the best dog-friendly cafes in London? Bring your furry friend along to sniff out these excellent spots. There’s nothing worse than finding a dreamy new cafe and being told you can’t bring your four-legged friend there. It’s frustrating, annoying and worst of all there’s nothing you can do about it – a no …

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The capital has plenty of famous and stylish hotels, but finding great hotel bars in London is no easy feat. These are the best London hotel bars you won’t want to miss. We love cocktail bars, rooftop bars, bars for afterwork drinks and bars with panoramic views of the London skyline, but which London hotels …

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Have you heard about Senate House? This peculiar London building is home to many secrets – here’s why you need to visit. Sitting pretty behind the British Museum, this Bloomsbury gem is one of the finest examples of Art Deco architecture in the capital – and if you didn’t already know how much we adore …

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