The story of London’s hidden River Fleet is as long and winding as the city that’s built over it. Did you know London used to have more than one major river? Major rivers that have long since been covered up and lost. Well, almost. A few people are still eagerly hunting out these hidden bits …
Boo! One of London’s longest running shows is to close it’s curtains for the final time in March. Much-loved show, The Woman in Black, is to close after 33 years of running. That’s with a whopping record of more than 13,000 shows, and a journey that began on a stage in Scarborough in 1987. Here’s …
Looking for the best indoor and outdoor skiing in London? Here’s where to hit the slopes in the capital. Whether you’re looking to improve your skills before heading on a skiing holiday or just looking for some fun, try out these slopes. Didn’t know there were indoor skiing slopes in and around London? Well, there …
Candlelight concerts are totally… lit? But where do you find the best ones, and how should you know what’s on? Here’s what you need to know. Whoever came up with the idea of dressing a stage in candles and playing beautiful music on it deserves a pat on the back. We salute you. So does …
Joseph Grimaldi Park – the green patch of Islington dedicated to the world’s most famous clown. Yes, really. London’s got adorable Italian enclaves, heaps of abandoned tube stations, and more quirky museums than we can possibly count. But did you know that London has an entire park dedicated to a clown? We couldn’t quite believe …
London is a rich person’s playground – so they say. The truth is you don’t have to be loaded to love London. Here’s a guide to the best things you can do in London for under £10. It’s time to tighten your belts; the economy is going down the pan and the only thing that’s …
An 800 year-old history, a bizarre legal agreement that still binds a sleepy terrace, and a couple of landmarks you’re going to love. Have you ever heard of London’s Ely Place? London is full of strange places that aren’t quite what meets the eye, but none so much as Ely Place, a quiet row of …
Something we’ve all been quietly waiting on is happening next year. Blur’s reunion is on the horizon. Here’s all you need to know. In surprise news, Blur have announced that they’ll be getting back together to play Wembley Stadium on the 8th of July 2023. Excited? We are too. Here’s what you need to know. …
Just in time to bring a bit of that Christmas cheer, Lightopia is returning to London for another round of magical light displays. Here’s what you need to know. In case you didn’t know, Lightopia is an immersive light experience. It’s super magical and will definitely put you right in the festive mood. They basically …
Get ready to celebrate London’s coolest new neighbourhood, Barking Riverside. Here’s what you need to know about their brand-new event taking place next month. Sitting on a whopping 2km of Thames riverfront, this cosy corner of the capital is hosting its very first Emerge East festival on Saturday 3rd December. And, guess what? They’re inviting …
