Sports – Articles about London

In collaboration with The Hour wellbeing space in the Icon Outlet at the O2, Greenwich Peninsula is hosting a free community wellbeing festival in summer.From 1 July to 11 August, the Thrive Summer festival will feature a series of classes and workshops designed to improve participants' mental and p...

In 2023, Battersea Power Station is hosting an exciting summer-long programme of free and ticketed sports and games activities. The Power Station's biggest summer event yet will run from 1 July to 3 September and feature everything from major sports event screenings to track races and arcade games.I...

Get ready for an exciting sporting event this summer as the MLB makes its triumphant return to London Stadium. On June 24-25, the St. Louis Cardinals and the Chicago Cubs will go head-to-head in a thrilling two-game series. Immerse yourself in the incredible atmosphere and experience the very best o...

Join Signature Brew on Blackhorse Road to celebrate the 2023 Champions League Final with a free yard party and screening of the match. In the daytime, there will be an all-day Yard Party to warm up for the matches, where alternative club night Scared to Dance! DJ Paul Richards will spin Post-punk, i...

The Wimbledon Championships, which take place from 30 June to 13 July, are among the biggest sports events of the summer, with the world's top tennis stars coming to London to compete for the sport's most coveted awards. If you're a fan of tennis, it's a bit like the festive season, with most things...

After several years of planning and construction, the revamped Lee Valley Ice Centre is ready to open, just in time to help battle the summer heat. Replacing the old Lee Valley Ice Centre, which closed in 2021 after 37 years of operation, the new facility is the only one of its kind in South East En...

This week, the annual TCS London Marathon, one of the biggest, most elite road races in the world, will fill the streets of the capital. Whether you're a marathon participant, a supporter, or someone who'd prefer to stay as far away from the physical activity as possible, here are a few things to kn...

Welcome to our guide to the best places to play table tennis in London. Whether you're a seasoned player or a beginner looking to improve your skills, this guide has got you covered. We've scoured the city to bring you the top locations for ping pong, from members-only clubs to casual bars, beautifu...

If you're looking for an exciting and energetic racket sport to try in London, then padel or paddle tennis should be at the top of your list. Having originated in Mexico, padel tennis has been gaining popularity worldwide, including in London. It's a fun and social game that's played on a smaller co...

London is a sprawling urban metropolis so you could easily think there isn't enough open space for the city to have many golf courses. In fact, there are plenty of golf lovers in London and plenty of golf clubs too, especially around the outskirts of the city. If you're keen to get together with fri...

Not to be confused with mini golf, indoor golf lets you practice your swing and play a round of classic golf without having to worry about the weather outside. It can also be an enjoyable way of spending time with your friends or colleagues, accompanied by a fresh pint or two and some tasty grub. Fr...

Whether you're gearing up for your tenth marathon or lacing up for your very first run, London is packed with fantastic running shops that cater to every level. From major specialist chains to independent stores with real community spirit, the city offers everything you need to run at your best. Man...

Whether you're a budding tennis player or you've been playing for as long as you can remember, if you want to get your serve on in the city, you've come to the right place. There are plenty of spots to practise your strokes in London, so we've handpicked our favourites, spanning all corners of the c...

The vast array of world-class sports facilities in London has hosted some of the most iconic sports events in history, from the Olympic Games to the World Cup, as well as legendary performances by some of the biggest music acts of all time - and that's before we even get to the bitter club rivalries...

North America is the obvious answer, but barring a trip overseas, you'll have to do with the impeccable atmosphere of a fan zone or a pub in peak footie season. Walk into any London establishment between 11 June and 19 July and you're almost guaranteed to see the Three Lions and other national squad...

Want to watch an important match with a lively crowd of fans, spend some quality time with your mates, or just grab some chow with the footie on in the background? It comes as no surprise that the capital of such a sports-loving nation sports a bunch of lively bars, football pubs, and other venues d...