Articles about London

2024 is a banner year for sports fans, with major sports events lined up throughout the summer. The excitement is set to peak from 26 July to 11 August, when the Paris Olympic Games take place, and 28 August to 11 September, when The Paralympics get underway in Paris, showcasing some of the best ath...

Every Saturday from 13th July–17th August, immerse yourself in the perfect blend of music, nature, and community spirit. Grand Union's Summer Live Music Sessions promise to be the highlight of your weekends, offering a unique and enchanting atmosphere by its narrowboat Pavo - a café serving deliciou...

French politics have been all over the news lately, mostly for worrying reasons, so a holiday commemorating one of the country's most historic events is coming at an opportune time. And while Bastille Day might not be a thing on our side of the Channel, we'll still gladly take any excuse to enjoy so...

Across five weekends this summer, Battersea Park and surrounding areas have hosted a series of activities and entertainment suitable for all ages, ranging from live performances and creative workshops to a dog show and more. The festival is drawing to a close with a weekend dedicated to sports and m...

Popular Taiwanese street-food joint Mr Bao is joining forces with some of its Peckham friends for an Avengers-style team-up – but with food and drinks instead of, er, spandex and sky beams.Taking place for one weekend only, the Peckham Weekender brings together some of the area's hypest eateries in...

Battersea Power Station's Lift 109 will mark National Tequila Day 2024 with special tequila tasting events at the top of the landmark building's north-west chimney.Credits: Joshua AtkinsPart of the Lift 109 Lates after-hours series, the Sky High Tequila will take place on Wednesday 24th and Thursday...

For PRIDE 2024, Crosstown has partnered with British chef, author, and TV presenter John Whaite to create their first-ever PRIDE flavour. Together, they have created the Passion Fruit & Coconut Rainbow Scroll, and for every one sold, 50p will be donated to akt, a charity supporting LGBTQIA+ young pe...

The Greenwich+Docklands International Festival is an annual summer event, bringing public spaces across the Greenwich Peninsula and the London Docklands to life with an array of outdoor performances and installations. All of the events are free, though you can make a donation to support the festival...

The National Theatre's River Stage is back on the South Bank, offering a month-long extravaganza of outdoor live music, dance, performance, workshops, and entertainment.During weekend evenings, an exciting lineup of performances will grace the stage right in front of the theatre. Look forward to spe...

Discover your freedom through movement at a contemporary dance class this Sunday, July 7, enhanced by enchanting live music played by a string quartet, ranging from classical to modern. The class is perfect for beginners and those curious to explore something fun and creative. This invigorating one-...

Internationally acclaimed DJ and producer Michael Bibi is set for his historic "One Life" show at Finsbury Park this weekend. The show marks a significant milestone following his victorious battle against CNS Lymphoma.On July 6, Bibi's performance will break records with 45,000 attendees, making "On...

The Idler Festival at Fenton House in Hampstead is a festival of creativity and culture featuring some great comedians, writers, musicians, and philosophers. The festival will take over Fenton House, a stunning 17th-century mansion tucked away in Hampstead, usually managed by the National Trust.Over...

That Gay Creation is putting on a free queer party this Sunday at Dalston Roofpark, Queer Weekender Festival. This open-air party will celebrate diversity, inclusivity and love in a safe, welcoming space.DJs will spin tunes on the decks, and music and community will come together to celebrate love a...

London is brimming with great places to get plant-based food, including vegan incarnations of dishes like pizza, burgers, and fish and chips. Animal protection charity PETA has put together a new list of the best places to get vegan fish and chips up and down the country and London has come in stron...

If you've already read our guide to lavender fields, you'll know there are several picturesque lavender fields you can wander through within easy reach of the capital. The earth in this area is particularly chalky, making it ideal for growing lavender. If you fancy strolling through floral fields an...

Winners of 'South Coast Comedian of the Year' (2022), British Comedian of the Year Semi-Finalist, 'Best Newcomer' at the Musical Comedy Awards (2021), and 'Circuit Breakers' at Leicester Comedy Festival (2022), Simon and Aaron are Plastic Jeezus, a deadpan musical comedy duo performing side-splittin...

Everleaf, an award-winning non-alcoholic aperitif brand, has partnered with Forest plant stores to host flower-filled creative workshops in London this July, inviting cocktail enthusiasts to connect with nature. The events, held on 24th July at Forest East Dulwich and 31st July at Forest Deptford, w...

Comedian, actor, and writer Kate-Lois Elliott  will preview her Edinburgh Fringe debut 'How To Belong Without Joining A Cult' in Soho on 13th July. The show centres around the true story of Kate's family, who were brought up in a secretive cult until her mum escaped as a teenager. One generation lat...

It's been a scorcher in London over the last couple of days and we can't blame you if your mind is turning towards ice cream. If you're looking for a gourmet treat to help cool you down, head to Dulwich and visit Fabulous Ice Fires. This local gelato bar has just been ranked as one of the best in th...

North London Hospice is introducing North London's first Wild in Art trail in 2024. The Big Fun Art Adventure will run for eight weeks in late summer, showcasing over 30 five-foot-tall Owl sculptures, painted by professional and emerging artists. Additionally, smaller Owl sculptures decorated by loc...

Discuss, debate, and share your own words at Extra Second London, a monthly spoken word night with a specific theme each time. The June event takes place on 29th June with the evocative theme of Love & Death.The event has featured poets sharing their own work on the theme, as well as open mic slots...

The sun is finally out in London and it's the ideal weather for a neighbourhood street party. The Andover Arms in Hammersmith, a cosy and much-loved local pub, is hosting its own street party on 29th June and it's a celebration of gin and tonic.This popular pub will be offering a choice of more than...

Sir John Soane's Museum is a renowned museum in Holborn, based in the home of the neo-classical architect and packed with fascinating artwork, models, and antiquities. There's a special Soane Late event on 28th June, celebrating Pride Month by exploring objects with LGBTQ+ connections within the div...

Back in February we brought you news about the mysterious and sudden closure of Beigel Shop, the yellow-fronted bakery that's part of an infamous beigel rivalry. The news made national headlines, with a repossession order appearing on the shop's door but later being replaced with a note. However, on...

Bombay Delight is a contemporary Indian restaurant in Wimbledon that's putting a spin on things by offering an exclusive menu for the upcoming Wimbledon tennis tournament. The restaurant will serve a one-off Tennis and Tandoor menu and deck the restaurant out with tennis-themed decorations to fuel y...

If a heaping portion of pasta is your idea of a good time, there's a food festival happening in July that'll be right up your alley. Emilia's Summer Pasta Festival at the Canary Wharf branch of Emilia's Crafted Pasta was a huge hit last year, with more than 2,500 pasta-loving attendees joining in th...

The wine bar and kitchen Carousel in Fitzrovia has again assembled an enviable line-up of culinary talent from around the world for July, including the chefs from one of CDMX's most stunning restaurants, a Colombian chef with a Michelin star-studded CV, and one of the best restaurants in Latin Ameri...

As we're all well aware of by now, the UK has a general election coming up on 4th July, and millions across the country will probably be pulling an all-nighter to watch the results as they come in. If you want the experience to be a bit more special than staying up on the sofa with coffee and snacks...

Taking place on the Kew Green, Kew Fete is a free-to-enter event run by local volunteers with the aim of raising funds for local charities. The one-day event brings together the local community for a day of family-friendly fun and relaxation in the sun, with more than 100 vendors setting up their st...

You can check out work by talented local artists in June, and even buy new pieces for your home, with an exhibition at Candid Arts Trust. This arts centre just around the corner from Angel tube station is launching its annual Summer Salon exhibition with an opening event on 20th June, with the show...

Head south of the river and you'll find yourself in what every Londoner refers to as South London - it's as simple as that. This part of the city is renowned for its diverse dining scene, offering everything from authentic Caribbean eateries and bustling markets to Michelin-starred restaurants and v...

Auguste Rodin is renowned as one of the greatest sculptors of all time, and a new exhibition in the heart of the capital gives you the chance to see works from throughout his entire career. “Faces and Fables: Rodin's Portraiture, Great Commissions, Mythology, and Sculptural Innovations” runs between...

Tucked away in a railway arch in Leyton, Decatur is known for its decadent Southern American seafood boil delivery, as well as for taking advantage of the summer weather to throw immensely popular Arch Parties, where they serve their authentic delicacies straight from the kitchen. This Saturday, the...

Love it, hate it, Tolerate It – Call It What You Want, it's undeniable Taylor Swift Hits Different. The accomplished musician has taken success and fame to unprecedented new levels, Bigger Than the Whole Sky. The UK leg of her record-breaking Eras Tour is projected to boost the country's economy by...

The UK's biggest Japanese food and culture festival, Hyper Japan, returns to London in July, and is a must-visit for anyone who has a love for Japan. This year's event takes place at Olympia London between 19th and 21st July, with a huge range of exciting vendors and events throughout the entire thr...

London doesn't exactly have a shortage of great restaurants, but that doesn't stop new ones from popping up every week. If you're hungry in Central London and want to know which recent openings are actually worth your time (and money), you're in the right place. We've rounded up the most exciting sp...

Located smack in the middle of London, Soho is a vibrant area that has lots to offer for locals and visitors to the city. If you want a great restaurant meal, this place has no shortage of options, with exciting new venues opening regularly. If you're keen to stay up-to-date with new restaurants ope...

East London has a buzzing food scene with diverse new venues serving a range of global cuisines opening up regularly. If you're looking for an exciting new restaurant in areas like Canary Wharf, Shoreditch, or Mile End, you'll find new places to discover regularly. Stay up-to-date with all the hotte...

Underbelly Boulevard is the brand-new home for the hottest cabaret, theatre and live music. Along with being a theatrical hot spot, it also houses an exciting new cocktail bar and Cafe Kitty, a stylish new restaurant from Kitty Fisher's Group serving an elevated British menu and exclusive pre- and p...

Lighting is a hugely important part of any interior plan and Porta Romana is an excellent supplier Treowe works with for full service projects as well as the store.With a beautiful selection of designs that have a huge array of finishes that can be mixed and matched throughout their collection, they...

Ever wondered who lived in your home in years gone by? Rebecca from historical research agency Pursuing the Past comes to Treowe to tell us how we can start to uncover the secrets in our house's past.Rebecca will go through the first steps to finding the hidden stories of your home.

If you have empty walls to fill or a keen interest in original art, join Treowe for a private view of their summer exhibition with Mayfair Gallery Panter and Hall. Be the first to see beautiful works from Treowe's pick of four impressive artists – Sophie Dickens, Sian Hopkinson, Tom Hoar, and Lotta...

If you think that stencil graffiti begins and ends with Banksy, that's where you're wrong. French artist Blek le Rat is often considered the father of stencil graffiti, and this art world legend has a new solo exhibition opening at Woodbury House in Mayfair. Open to the public between 20th June and...

It's been three decades since first opening the doors to Gaucho's Flagship restaurant in Piccadilly, and in celebration of this milestone, they've announced #GauchoRestaurantWeek, which will feature a special nostalgic menu from throughout the years, available in both London, Manchester and beyond.T...

Covering affluent areas such as Chelsea and Notting Hill, West London is where Londoners go when they're in search of an elegant meal in posh surroundings, with new classy bistros and high-end eateries popping up regularly. That's not to say all new West London restaurants will break the bank, as yo...

Seven Dials Market, KERB's Central London home, is commemorating Pride month from 31 May to 30 June 2024 by partnering with Pride in London, organisers of the city's iconic Pride parade. The celebrations kicked off on 31 May, when Dee Llewellyn, Director of Partnerships at Pride in London, cut the r...

The National Restaurant Awards 2024 took place in Greenwich on 10th June, with restaurants up and down the country being recognised for their achievements. The awards unveiled a list of the 100 best restaurants in the UK, as well as individual awards, and it's a London restaurant that came out on to...

North London might not be as well-known as some of the city's other areas when it comes to culinary thrills and trendy new hotspots, but you'll find a steadily growing restaurant scene here as well. From bustling street food joints in busy Camden to elegant bistros in leafy surroundings further nort...

For 20 years, the community-powered E17 Art Trail has been highlighting the work of artists based in the E17 area. Visitors to this free arts festival can tour studios, exhibition spaces and outdoor venues in and around Walthamstow in East London, celebrating the creativity of local artists and tran...

Named Collective designs and sells bold, in-your-face urban clothing geared towards younger generations. Characterised by eye-catching patterns, rhinestones, and other flashy accessories, their immediately recognisable pieces are ordinarily available only via exclusive online drops that sell out qui...