The fake houses of Leinster Gardens are testament to the fact that in London, things are not always as they seem. At first glance there’s nothing particularly special to see as you’re strolling down this quiet road in Bayswater, flanked by stately houses and trees. It’s only when you look closely at numbers 23 and …
Walk up the stairs from London’s oldest restaurant in the heart of Covent Garden and you will find one of the best-kept secrets in town. Expertly-made drinks in a beautiful setting: the bar at Rules is one of the city’s best cocktail bars. Rules is one of the stalwarts of London’s dining scene – unsurprising …
Disrepute is the grande belle of the Soho cocktail scene. Serving remarkable cocktails in a gorgeous setting, here’s what you need to know. They say that you judge a person within seven seconds of meeting them. You take in their attitude, attire and mannerisms in a few blinks and decide whether they fit the bill. …
London – we all know it. That massive heap of buildings, parks and weird (but wonderful) people who can’t look at each other on public transport. No wonder London has attracted a fair few nicknames over the years. I’ll wager you’ve heard of some of London’s nicknames – like The Big Smoke – but maybe …
London has existed in one form or another since 50AD – so it’s no surprise that over the years, people have had a lot to say about it, good and bad. From extolling its perfect beauty (pretty sure that person never had to commute on the tube with their face in someone’s armpit) to cheeky …
A step-by-step guide to exploring the best castles you can visit in a short trip from the capital (and a couple in London if you don’t want to leave the city). The regions surrounding London are filled with some of the UK’s most impressive castles – and exploring them is a fascinating way to find …
Notting Hill is one of London’s most eclectic areas – a meeting of chi chi cafes, high-end boutiques and cool spots – not to mention that carnival. Looking for the best things to do in Notting Hill? We’ve got you covered. Aside from the carnival, and the Richard Curtis / Hugh Grant / Julia Roberts …
From the classics to the downright quirky. Discover 86 of the best things you should not miss in London with this handy guide. First of all, let’s start this feature by acknowledging the cold, hard truth: It’s pretty tough to pick the best things to do in London. Even as a team of avid London …
Looking for a good London market? From food to fashion, these are the stellar spots you shouldn’t miss. When it comes to London markets, you’re spoiled for choice. The city boasts a diverse and lively market scene that ranges from gorgeous covered food emporia to markets bursting with antiques and flea finds. Looking for the …
At first glance, London can be a wallet-destroying city to spend time in… but it doesn’t have to be that way. Looking to explore the city without the expense? This insider’s guide walks you through 36 awesome and totally free things to do in London. Exploring London for free…. First up, is it even possible? …
