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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.

Looking for a cosy pub to sink a few pints in? Farringdon and Clerkenwell are brimming with history… and more than their fair share of great pubs. Here’s your guide to the best pubs in Farringdon and Clerkenwell. Sure, cocktail bars are nice – but sometimes you can’t beat a really good pub. Luckily, the …

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In Brixton and in need of your coffee fix? These are the spots you shouldn’t miss.  It’s safe to say that we are head over heels for Brixton – from cool street food markets to buzzing bars, there are so many things to do that you’re never short of an option or two.  Hunting out …

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If anywhere is going to get your mouth watering and your stomach rumbling, Borough Market is that place. Planning to visit? Here’s what you need to know before you go. Borough Market is hands down one of our favourite places to visit in London. We’ve been shopping here for years and even now, we discover …

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Get ready to be wowed at the best views in London. Whether you’re peeking at the skyline from a Royal Park or a secret viewing platform – here are the best spots to see the city’s skyscape.  London is a striking city – a glorious hodgepodge of centuries of architecture, punctuated by the meandering Thames …

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Looking for the best places to grab coffee in Notting Hill? Here are 15 fabulous spots that will do the trick.  Notting Hill is a cafe-lover’s dream. Just a quick stroll around reveals a thriving cafe scene, full of enticing spots for you to plump down and sip your coffee (or caffeine-free alternative if that’s …

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Looking for the perfect London Bridge pub for your next drink? These brilliant boozers have you covered.  London Bridge is a charming mishmash of great bars, cool markets, coffee shops and (of course) The Shard. But what about good old-fashioned pubs? Well, it has plenty of those too. Here are the best pubs in the …

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When it comes to art – London’s leading the charge. Delve into the best art galleries London has to offer. When it comes to art galleries, London has more than its fair share. There are the big hitters of course – but others are quieter affairs, sedate stomping grounds for seasoned art enthusiasts or in-the-know …

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Neal’s Yard is one of those gorgeous spots in London that you need to see. Walk through the narrow entrance to emerge into a world of colourful buildings, indie eateries and alternative remedies… Neal’s Yard is tucked away in a corner of Covent Garden – a not-so-secret gem full of brightly-coloured buildings and alternative shops …

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London has a long and interesting history – so perhaps it’s no surprise that it has given rise to a number of weird and wonderful tales over the years. From forestry to fire, disaster to destitution, and one or two well-known facts that are actually red herrings. We’ve been dipping deep into the history books …

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Sprawling over a magnificent 2,400 hectares, Epping Forest is a walker’s adventure playground within easy reach of London.  Starting in Forest Gate in London and stretching all the way to Epping in Essex, it’s little wonder that Epping Forest is a go-to sanctuary for those wanting to blow the cobwebs off with a good old …

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