If the word palace conjures images of fogeyish rooms in old buildings, filled with overly elaborate gilt objects and gaudy thrones and with it, a yawn, think of Eltham Palace as the antithesis of all that. One of the city’s unusual finds – here’s why you should plan your trip. Take a peek at this …
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Up at The O2 is holding a very special carol concert for one weekend in December. With the Christmas season now very much underway London is turning up the heat on the fun to be had in the pursuit of festive delights. Belts are being loosened at festive feasts across the city, the Christmas lights …
Our guide to the fantastic pubs in Greenwich you should probably sink a pint or two at. Why are the pubs in Greenwich so great? We can’t say for sure. Is it the area’s maritime and industrial history? The gentle stream of tourism that constantly brings people to the area? Or do the locals just …
The hottest free arts and theatre festival is back! Here’s what you need to watch out for. East London is set to pop off with the 2023 edition of Greenwich + Docklands International Festival – a killer arts and theatre festival that straddles both sides of the river and lasts a whopping two weeks. Best …
Looking for the best Greenwich restaurants? We’ve got you covered. Greenwich is one of London’s loveliest neighbourhoods, with its glorious history, grand buildings and huge park. Even better – Greenwich is also home to oodles of delicious food! With such a mind-boggling array of eating spots, it’s no wonder that you’ve found your way here …
Some news for all you architecture nerds out there – tours of a previously inaccessible piece of Christopher Wren architecture will begin from September in London. Here’s what you need to know about the Royal Naval College’s Dome Tours. The Old Royal Naval College has announced plans to start tours of what is, usually, a …
Tucked inside The Queen’s House, you’ll find the gorgeous Tulip Stairs – a winding spiral staircase with a rather interesting history… Architectural buffs and Instagrammers alike will delight in The Queen’s House in Greenwich, the first wholly classical building in England. Designed by architect Inigo Jones, The Queen’s House was initially intended as a residence …
The Museum of the Moon returns to London this month. Here’s what you need to know. The stunning Museum of the Moon will return to London from December 13th 2022 – 5th of February 2023, and its setting will be equally spectacular. In case you missed it last time, the exhibition features a giant moon …
Big news for the adrenaline junkies out there, or just anyone who wants to know what skydiving is like, but doesn’t want to do the whole jump-out-of-a-plane-in-midair thing. London is getting its very own new indoor skydiving experience. You must have seen one of those things. They look like the vacuum bit on a Dyson …
Looking to explore London’s top sights? Here’s why you should skip the heaving tube and opt to explore the capital in a far more relaxing way – on a City Cruises sightseeing tour. *sponsored by City Cruises* Get ready to whizz along the water and see London from a new perspective, hopping on one of …