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Julianna Barnaby

Julianna Barnaby is the Founder of London x London. A born and bred Londoner and award-winning blogger she loves to delve into the cool, interesting and quirky spots that make London such a dynamic city.

London is a 24-hour city. No matter what time it is, there’s always something exciting to keep you entertained and out of trouble. Looking for the best things to do in London at night? Don’t miss this insider’s guide to exploring the city after dark. It surprises us that not many people view London as …

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Soho is one of London’s coolest drinking spots. It’s got it all – hush-hush speakeasies serving decadent cocktails, bars in abandoned underground stations, there’s even a rooftop bar thrown in for good measure. Looking for the best bars in Soho? Don’t miss these brilliant drinking dens. It’s no secret that Soho’s bars are banging. What …

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Open House London is coming… you know, the annual festival where you get to have a peek inside some of London’s fascinating buildings.  This year the festival is running between the 6th and 17th September, with events popping up all across the capital. In recent years, Open House has seen around 250,000 people use the …

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Discover London’s ancient side with this self-guided walk of the city’s Roman Walls.  We bet you’ve heard of Hadrian’s Wall. And you’ve definitely heard of the Great Wall of China. But, have you ever heard of the London wall? It’s something of a little secret, but London has its own wall that rivals its more …

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Your guide to the best spots in London to take a dip.  London’s lidos and outdoor swimming spots are the perfect places to get wet and wild(ish).  After all, what’s better than a refreshing dip when the sun’s blazing?  Answer: practically nothing.  Whether you’re looking to relax in a heated pool, take a few leisurely …

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Our guide to the best breweries on London’s craft brewing scene.  It wasn’t so long ago that London’s brewery scene was, well, a little flat.  Luckily for all of us, those times are gone – these days you’re spoilt for choice when it comes to discovering the city’s ever-growing map of craft breweries.  Need proof? …

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Just around the corner from bustling Covent Garden, you’ll find one of the area’s quieter curiosities: Cecil Court.  At first glance, you may think you’ve stepped back in time – with its antiquarian bookshops, faded facades and gas lamps, Cecil Court doesn’t quite fit with the buzzy 21st century London that’s engulfed it.  I have …

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