The creme de la creme of Southbank pubs to sink a pint in. Is there anything more quintessentially British than swinging by an old-fashioned London pub for a swift pint and a nice pub lunch? Probably not. Packed with history, the pubs on the South Bank are some of the best in the city – …
Discover these weird, wonderful and interesting facts about the River Thames. The River Thames might be best known as the waterway that cuts a dash through the centre of London, but there’s so much more to it than that. Beginning in Gloucestershire and ending somewhere between Kent and Essex, there’s a whole wealth of quirky, …
Lyaness, the cocktail bar at Sea Containers, had some big boots to fill. Its predecessor, Dandelyan, was named The Best Bar in the World – so it came as a surprise when the man behind it, Ryan Chetiyawardana announced he’d be closing it and replacing it with a new bar and a new concept… Lyaness. …
12th Knot might not be quite as famous as Lyaness downstairs, but Sea Containers’ upstairs bar is no second-placer. Offering iconic views over the Thames and rather perfect drinks, it’s a stellar cocktail bar that you need to visit. If you haven’t visited, our 12th Knot review tells you exactly why you should… 12th Knot: …
How much do you really know about central London’s newest Bridge? Discover everything you need to know with these interesting facts about the Millennium Bridge – complete with some handy tips for visiting. At only 21 years old, the Millennium Bridge stands proudly as one of London’s most iconic landmarks. Thousands of Londoners use it …
Do you know about the British Film Institute (BFI) Southbank’s Mediatheque? Only a select group of Londoners have discovered the joys of this cool little spot, which is hidden inside the shiny glass buildings of the BFI Southbank. Why Visit the BFI Mediatheque? But what is the BFI Mediatheque exactly? In short, it’s a part …
The public viewing platform at the Oxo Tower is one of my favourite hidden London gems. For a city with such a dramatic skyline, it can be damned tough to get a good look at the best views in London without paying through the nose for the pleasure. Sure, it’s cool that you can see …
