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The London Buzz – 16th Oct 2026
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20 years ago, David Tennant graced our screens as the Tenth Doctor in Doctor Who – next year, the award-winning actor will take to the stage as the star of a play in London
Regardless of whether you’re Doctor Who-obsessed, are simply a casual fan of the iconic British show, or have never seen an episode, you’re likely familiar with David Tennant’s tenure as The Doctor in the show. But because one iconic show…at Secret London
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London Asked For Cyclists, Now It Wants Them Gone
The city spent over 15 years building for bikes, but everyone’s decided the people riding them are the problemat London On The Inside
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Another London borough could see council tax rise by £500 a year as five London boroughs could see council tax bills double from April
Barnet has become the latest London borough to ask the Government for permission to raise council tax far beyond the usual annual limit, as it faces a £200 million hole in its budget. The Labour-run council is in talks with ministers about…at Secret London
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Tickets Alert: Tours of UCL’s maps collection
An opportunity is coming up to explore one of the UK's last surviving university map libraries and see its collection up close.Read more ›at ianVisits
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A new lesbian pub is opening in this cool south London neighbourhood
Southeast London is finally getting more queer venues, thanks to the opening of this much-needed lesbian pubat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Frankie Lister-Fell
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A London fish and chip restaurant has just been named one of the best in Britain
Whilst I’m well aware that fish and chips taste a whole lot better when scoffed at the seaside, it turns out that our capital city still boasts a pretty decent offering. Because the a-fish-ionados over at the National Federation of Fish…at Secret London
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In 1979, Hans Zimmer appeared in a South London music video that made MTV history; nearly 50 years later, his film scores will take over Central Hall Westminster
Here’s the scene: it’s 1979, and a 22-year-old Hans Zimmer has just stepped into Ewart Television Studios in Wandsworth, South London for a fleeting cameo in The Buggles’ “Video Killed the Radio Star”. You’ll spot him behind the synths,…at Secret London
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Free Stanley Kubrick exhibition coming to London
One of the infamous axe props from The Shining will be the highlight of a free Stanley Kubrick exhibition in London early next year.Read more ›at ianVisits
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London bus fares are increasing next month for the first time in three years
Transport for London has announced that we’ll start paying more for bus journeys this Novemberat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Amy Houghton
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Londis N16 serves £4 Gujarati food in Stoke Newington
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A London housing project has just won the UK’s most prestigious architecture prize
It was awarded the RIBA Stirling prize for offering the ‘greatest contribution to the evolution of architecture in the past year’at Time Out London news
Primary Author: India Lawrence
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The London fish and chip restaurant crowned one of the best in the UK right now
Golden Union Fish Bar in Soho has been chosen as one of the top contenders for Fish and Chip Restaurant of the Year 2027at Time Out London news
Primary Author: Alex Sims
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Gainsborough’s landed gentry lose their heads at the National Gallery
An 18th-century portrait of Suffolk landowners shares a room with a 1998 sculpture that recasts the couple in Dutch wax cotton — and removes their heads.Read more ›at ianVisits
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Tickets for London’s New Year’s Eve fireworks go on sale next Friday
Tickets for the London Eye’s New Year’s Eve fireworks show will go on sale next Friday, the Mayor of London has announced.Read more ›at ianVisits
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You're Invited To A Revolving Dinner Party In This Iconic Richard Seifert High-Rise
Bompas & Parr come to Space House.at Londonist
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One of London’s most glamorous hotels has opened a new wine bar
Over 120 wines, including rare and vintage options, will be served by the glass using new technologyat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Frankie Lister-Fell
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Aba-Ra Soho is bringing its Georgian food and wine to Wardour Street
Georgian restaurant Aba-Ra opened on Brick Lane back in 2023, and it's clearly been doing well as its founder, Lia Walsh, is getting ready to bring the restaurant to Soho. It jumps on a Georgian trend...at RSS 2.0
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Viral UAE coffee pop-up The Uncommon lands a permanent space in Knightsbridge
In the past, it's popped up as a mirrored installation in the Al Faya desert and with blow-up chairs on a Dubai beach. Now, leftfield coffee folk The Uncommon are heading to London. For their first...at RSS 2.0
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London New Year's Eve Fireworks 2026 Tickets Go On Sale Next Week
100,000 people will watch the 12-minute show.at Londonist
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Wallace and Gromit creators on the perfect London day out
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In 1914, the bear that inspired the character of Winnie-the-Pooh arrived at London Zoo; over a century later, her actual skull has gone on display in central London
It’s been exactly 100 years since Winnie-the-Pooh first plodded onto the pages of a storybook. And to mark this rather momentous milestone, the skull of the actual bear that inspired the loveable literary character has temporarily gone on…at Secret London
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City of London Police introduce ‘sin bin’ for cyclists who jump red lights
Cyclists who jump red lights in the City of London are being offered a chance to avoid a fine – if they stand in a “sin bin” and watch a road safety film.Read more ›at ianVisits
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Greater Anglia signs £800m deal to keep commuter trains running into the 2040s
Greater Anglia has signed an £800 million maintenance support contract that will keep its commuter trains running through to the early 2040sRead more ›at ianVisits
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London’s weekly railway news
This is a weekly round-up of London's rail transport news...Read more ›at ianVisits
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London tube and train disruption this weekend: full list of closures for October 17-18 2026
The District line and Piccadilly line will both be partly closed, while the Elizabeth line will face reduced serviceat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Amy Houghton
Thursday, October 15
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London’s last 6pm sunset of the year takes place this weekend – before the capital plunges into winter
Despite the mild identity crisis the capital city’s weather seems to be encountering at the moment, one thing that London will be experiencing exactly as expected is the final 6pm sunset of the year. And that, my friends, is sadly taking…at Secret London
Katie Forge
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From quiet London office to Hollywood set: Christopher Nolan chose this Grade II-listed building to double as Gotham’s police station and Inception’s dream den
Some London buildings spend their lives as offices; others become Hollywood film sets. The Farmiloe Building in Clerkenwell has done both. The Grade II-listed building played Gotham City’s police station in Christopher Nolan’s Batman…at Secret London
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Say Ciao to Da Pino, Stoke Newington’s Newest Italian
The Casa Fofo alumni behind this neighbourhood spot are serving inventive Italian plates, natural wines and Sunday sessions with guest DJsat London On The Inside
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The London Buzz – 15th Oct 2026
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Buckingham Palace’s Christmas pop-up is returning next month – here’s when you’ll be able to visit the legendary landmark in all its festive glory
Whilst we’ve barely even had to dig out our chunky knitwear yet, as far as I’m concerned, it’s never too early to start penciling in plans of festive fun and frolics. And date that every Londoner should be marking in their calendar is…at Secret London
Katie Forge
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27 truly wonderful things to do in London next month – from ice skating to Christmas markets, theatre festivals, and more
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City Hall calls on councils to help tackle London’s patchy mobile coverage
Offering public buildings and land for equipment could help improve services, but funding and delivering network upgrades remains the responsibility of mobile operators.Read more ›at ianVisits
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Tom Booton Is Opening His Debut Restaurant And It Has A Menu For Dogs
Ralphie's opens in Belgravia in late Novemberat London On The Inside
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In the 1980s, Nick Park created Wallace & Gromit in a Notting Hill pub; today the historic site is a viral frozen yogurt store that has people queueing round the block
Read more: An enormous, larger-than-life Wallace & Gromit and Aardman experience has landed in London – you can wander around Wallace’s invention shed, join Shaun the Sheep and the Flock, and moreat Secret London
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The worst parts of London for mobile phone signal have been revealed
At last, the mayor has introduced a scheme to improve the capital’s connectivity issuesat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Frankie Lister-Fell
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Tickets Alert: A Christmas Carol performed at the Charles Dickens Museum
If you want to see A Christmas Carol performed live, the very home where Charles Dickens lived seems like a perfect setting.Read more ›at ianVisits
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Prince Charles Cinema saved after long dispute with its landlord
Central London’s cult Prince Charles Cinema has survived a long battle with its landlord and signed a long-term lease that secures its future for at least the next quarter century.Read more ›at ianVisits
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The Prince Charles Cinema Has Been Saved
Legendary Leicester Square venue secures its future.at Londonist
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Winnie-the-Pooh’s skull goes on display in central London
Winnie-the-Pooh's skull has gone on display in central London – or, more correctly, the skull of the real bear who inspired A.A. Milne's furry friend.Read more ›at ianVisits
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David Tennant, Caryl Churchill and more in Dominic Cooke’s first season running the mighty Almeida Theatre
Heavyweight former Royal Court boss Cooke takes over the Islington powerhouse with an exciting year of workat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Andrzej Lukowski
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Sova Is The Notting Hill Wine Bar Putting Eastern European Wines In The Spotlight
From Georgian orange wines to Ukrainian fizz, this vinyl bar is giving West London a taste of the Eastat London On The Inside
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The Prince Charles Cinema has been saved
After nearly two years of uncertainty, the legendary Leicester Square filmhouse has secured a long-term leaseat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Amy Houghton
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A New Wine Bar Is Taking Over The Old Hacha Site In Dalston
Six Seconds from Basket Press Wines Opens This Monthat London On The Inside
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Tom Booton reveals details of his first solo restaurant, Ralphie's, in Belgravia
In restaurant industry circles, buzz about Ex-Dorchester Grill chef Tom Booton's first solo venture has been steadily building over the last few months. However, we're only just now getting to hear...at RSS 2.0
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The public gets to decide the future of this abandoned south London bathhouse
Four teams are competing to bring Ladywell Playtower back to life, and Lewisham Council wants to know which plan you preferat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Roisin Teeling
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‘Extraordinary’ restaurant Black Axe Mangal is returning for an epic sandwich takeover this month
Lee Tiernan is back at the former FKBAM site with free sandwiches, ahead of a brand new restaurant opening this autumnat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Roisin Teeling
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Korean Bakery Angel Dabang Is Getting a Second Location
Angel Dabang is one of our favourite bakeries in London. The tiny Angel shopfront serves some of the most legit Korean baked goods around, including traditional twisted doughnuts (kkwabaegi), tteokbokki rice rolls and salad sandwiches. And…at London On The Inside
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Christmas Music Shows In London - Get Festive With The Rat Pack, Old Dirty Brasstards And Elvis
Carols not your thing? We've got you covered.at Londonist
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Black Axe Mangal chef Lee Tiernan is back with a Kerrygold sandwich shop pop-up
Like many fans of Black Axe Mangal, or to use the correct title FKBAM, we were gutted when it closed last year. But the good news is that next weekend, chef Lee Tiernan will be back in his Highbury...at RSS 2.0
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The Victorian DLR: A Riverside Railway That Never Was
Trains above the Thames, from the 1840s.at Londonist
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This record-breaking interactive art experience is coming to London this month – step inside giant artworks full of colour, movement, and sound
Fancy walking through whimsical balloon worlds and playful installations that react to your presence? How about a giant, hypnotic inflatable maze? You’ll get to explore these and many others at a new interactive art experience coming to…at Secret London
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A London pub is officially in the running to be named National Pub of the Year – and it’s hidden inside a local flower shop
Having pub-crawled their way around every corner of the country (someone’s got to do it, hey?), the ale-aficionados over at Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) have officially decided on the fortunate finalists of their highly-esteemed National…at Secret London
Katie Forge
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Wallace & Gromit sketched at a Notting Hill Gate pub
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Shoreditch Works redevelopment gets planning approval
A contentious redevelopment of a large block of land north of Liverpool Street station is set to go ahead after the Deputy Mayor for Planning approved it.Read more ›at ianVisits
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The 6 best free things to do in London this weekend [October 16-18 2026]
Celebrate apple day, bag a free cocktail, join an acid house dance party or see some free art with roundup of bargainous things to doat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Alice Saville
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Visiting Sandys Row Synagogue, Spitalfields
If you walk down a narrow side street near Liverpool Street station, you might notice a plain-looking brick building, London's oldest surviving Ashkenazi synagogue.Read more ›at ianVisits
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Wednesday, October 14
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London is officially home to one of the UK’s spookiest walks — and the historic location is said to be haunted by Henry VIII’s wives
After an absolutely scorching hot summer, the recent weather change has been welcomed by many, in fact, it’s even got many of us wondering if we’ll have a white Christmas this year. But before we start celebrating the festive season, we…at Secret London
Kim Bansi
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The London Buzz – 14th Oct 2026
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Founded in 1798 and frequented by the legendary likes of Charles Dickens and David Bowie, London’s oldest restaurant has just been donated to the National Trust
Drenched in history and dripping with charm, London’s oldest restaurant has been filling the rumbling tummies of hungry city-dwellers since it first swung open its doors in 1798. Now, almost 230 years later, the building in which it sits…at Secret London
Katie Forge
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Here are some of the oldest spots in London that you may not know existed – and where you can (almost) step into the capital’s previous civilisations
Explore centuries of human history and discover 4,000-year-old civilisations at the Timewalk Immersive Experience Museum; book tickets today.at Secret London
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Inside the east London gym finding glory in a ‘Top Boy’ star’s new boxing movie
Jasmine Jobson’s new boxing biopic starts its Olympic journey in this unique Shadwell sweatboxat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Sam Davies
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Lord’s ballot for tickets to watch international cricket now open
If you fancy watching some international cricket at Lord's next year, then it's time to enter their ballot for tickets.Read more ›at ianVisits
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Where To Celebrate Diwali In London
Enjoy bright lights and big flavours this November Diwali, or the Festival of Lights, is a festival that symbolises the triumph of good over evil, light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance. The name comes from the Sanskrit word…at London On The Inside
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Wallace and Gromit immersive show at Lightroom King’s Cross
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The Tower of London is set to be surrounded by new skyscrapers
Proposals for new high-rises in the Square Mile got the green light last monthat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Amy Houghton
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Eataly is throwing a two-day walk-around Italian Wine Festival in London this month.
There are few better ways to spend an Autumn evening than with a glass of wine in hand (ideally, Italian). Luckily for Londoners, Eataly London’s beloved Wine Festival is back this month. On Thursday 29th and Friday 30th October, the home…at Secret London
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A dazzling immersive light show is coming to St Paul’s Cathedral in 2027 – here’s how to get tickets
‘Origins’ will light up Christopher Wren’s masterpiece for nine nights in Februaryat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Roisin Teeling
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National Theatre offering free 7-day trial of its at home streaming service
The National Theatre is offering a free week of theatre at home, with a new seven-day trial giving eligible new subscribers unlimited access to its streaming catalogue.Read more ›at ianVisits
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One of London's oldest restaurant, Rules, is now a National Trust property
It's the second oldest restaurant in London (and the oldest to have stayed in one location), now Rules has entered true national treasure status by being donated to the National Trust. The...at RSS 2.0
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Le Creuset are popping up in Harrods with an immersive experience for their new Chateau colourway
If you've ever wondered which hue of Le Creuset cookware really reflects your personality, then a four-week pop-up coming up at Harrods aims to answer that question. The French brand has taken over...at RSS 2.0
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Rainham Hall exhibition reveals the making of Sense and Sensibility
An exhibition explores the practical work behind Sense and Sensibility, from disguising radiators to protecting historic paving from a 24-tonne lighting rig.Read more ›at ianVisits
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Hamleys has revealed its top 15 toys for Christmas 2026
Squish and Doom are the prevailing themes as the world’s oldest toy store reveals its highly influential annual Festive 15at Time Out London news
Primary Author: Andrzej Lukowski
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Union Chapel Has Announced Its Christmas 2026 Programme
There are few more atmospheric places to see out the year than Union Chapel, and the Grade I-listed Victorian Gothic venue has just unveiled its Christmas 2026 line-up. The centrepiece is the return of its much-loved Carols by Candlelight…at London On The Inside
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Time Out exclusive: £25 tickets for under-35s to the Royal Court’s ‘The Afronauts’
Ryan Calais Cameron’s hotly-anticipated show about the Zambian space programme is almost sold out, but we can get you inat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Time Out editors
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Tickets Alert: One week to Bayeux Tapestry Ticket Day
It’s the 960th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings, and a timely reminder that the next batch of Bayeux Tapestry tickets will go on sale soon.Read more ›at ianVisits
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A Whole Lotta Leeu! The South African Spot That Ticks All The Boxes
Some hotels give you a room with a view and leave it there. Leeu Estates gives you a vineyard, a winery, a working farm, a huge art collection and one of the best restaurants in South Africa, all within a short walk of your front door.…at London On The Inside
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Changes Planned To Make Monument Junction Safer For Cyclists And Pedestrians
Public consultation launched - have your say.at Londonist
Laura Reynolds
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Manchester's Tabitha's coffee shop is coming to London for a Mayfair pop-up
Having only opened just over a year ago in Manchester and earlier this year in Liverpool, Tabitha's coffee has been building a big following. Now they're getting ready for a three-day pop-up at the...at RSS 2.0
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Clapham's Willows doubles up with a new Chelsea opening (build your own boards included)
Back in 2022, Willows opened in Clapham, and it must be doing well, as they're getting ready to open a second restaurant and wine bar in Chelsea. They're taking over a site next to the Saatchi...at RSS 2.0
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In 1959, Leonard Cohen bought a Burberry coat on Regent Street that inspired an iconic hit; decades after it was stolen, his music returns to London at Southwark Cathedral
Cohen described it in the liner notes to The Best of Leonard Cohen: “I had a good raincoat then, a Burberry I got in London in 1959.” It’s believed he bought it at Burberry’s on Regent Street, a purchase that would go on to inspire “Famous…at Secret London
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These are the best perks and discounts you can unlock in London by joining our Secret Club – sign up today for just £1.99 a month
London is undeniably the best city in the world, so getting the best out of it can take some serious legwork, and more often than not, far too much money. That’s why we created our Secret Club: our online community for unlocking the best…at Secret London
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Celebrity Traitors star Joe Lycett is funding free drinks at 30 UK pubs this Friday to fight closures; here are the six beloved London venues pouring pints on the house
Drinkers heading into town are in for a treat this week, as six London pubs will be pouring complimentary drinks thanks to Joe Lycett. The comedian and Celebrity Traitors star announced the move during the finale of his Channel 4 show,…at Secret London
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Bed bug callouts have surged in London – and these are the postcodes most affected by infestations
Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, folks, but it seems as though a whole lot of bed bugs have descended upon the capital city recently. New research from pest control connoisseurs has revealed the country’s ‘bed bug hotspots’ – and London…at Secret London
Katie Forge
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Prince William stops traffic to play cricket outside Buckingham Palace
We’re used to seeing the royals pop up in London, whether it’s at a local boozer or visiting an iconic London business. But the heir to the throne was spotted in a particularly unusual way this week. Yesterday, Tuesday 13 October, Prince…at Secret London
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This London hotel inspired the design of the Titanic – and now you can have a Titanic-inspired afternoon tea in its dining room, which is a replica of the ship’s first-class saloon
Picture the scene – you’re aboard the most famous ship in the world, the RMS Titanic, travelling in luxury. You’re sat in the first-class dining saloon, and you’re about to tuck into a scrumptious-looking afternoon tea. Surely not an…at Secret London
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In 1835, this secret subterranean passageway was discovered by accident; now it serves as a popular tourist attraction – adorned with 4.6 million shells
Hidden beneath a random residential side street in everybody’s favourite seaside town is Shell Grotto. Its exterior is unassuming, to say the least – and so you’d be forgiven for walking straight past it without even noticing. It would be…at Secret London
Katie Forge
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Poretti is taking over a London pub to inspire Brits to break out of routine, offering live maker experiences and complimentary pints for all.
If you often find yourself thinking you’d love to make some more space for hobbies in your free time – you’re definitely not alone. In fact, 49% of Brits struggle to break away from usual habits (like scrolling and watching tv), despite…at Secret London
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Proposed West End pedestrianisation scheme delayed by a year at least
Plans to pedestrianise the wide road between Piccadilly Circus and St James Park appear to have been delayed after an updated consultation pushed back the next stage of works.Read more ›at ianVisits
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Plans to pedestrianise more parts of central London have been delayed
While the pedestrianisation of a section of Oxford Street will soon finish, a nearby project has just been stalledat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Frankie Lister-Fell
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London’s Pocket Parks: Rosemary Gardens, Islington, N1
This part of London was still fields until a couple of hundred years ago, but a local landmark at the park's southeast corner, the Rosemary Branch, a large pub, gave the park its name.Read more ›at ianVisits
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The Cherry Orchard review: Kristin Scott Thomas and Stephen Mangan star in the Chekhov classic
The duo give excellent performances in Ian Rickson’s moving West End production at the Harold Pinter Theatreat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Andrzej Lukowski
Tuesday, October 13
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London's Oldest Restaurant Is Now Owned By The National Trust
Rules on Maiden Lane gets permanent protection.at Londonist
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Fifty-five years after Betjeman saved Rules, London’s oldest restaurant is secured again
The Covent Garden restaurant’s landlord has donated its historic building to the National Trust, safeguarding the atmosphere Betjeman fought to preserve.Read more ›at ianVisits
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In 1913, this ship transported cargo to the heart of London — today it screens films and has been longlisted for Cinema of the Year
London is packed full of cinemas. Whether you’re after a bit of luxury, an authentic analogue experience, want to taste your way through a film or just want to catch the latest release on the big screen, there’s something for everyone. But…at Secret London
Kim Bansi
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Christmas 2026 In London
Click for Christmas content!at Londonist
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The London Buzz – 13th Oct 2026
Today’s London news round-up:Read more ›at ianVisits
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The most festive pub in London will turn on its Christmas lights in just under a month
Well, there may be a blue sky over London today, as we enjoy balmy 20-degree temperatures in the city, but we can’t ignore the facts: Christmas is just a matter of weeks away. And that means the city’s ice rinks are… erm… what’s the…at Secret London
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Hakkasan Mayfair’s Launch Chef Is Opening A Modern Chinese Restaurant
Jeff Tan, the launch chef of Hakkasan Mayfair, has secured a site in Belgravia for his first flagship restaurant. Han & Han opens in November, serving modern Chinese cooking rooted in classic technique. Tan won a Michelin star for Hakkasan…at London On The Inside
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The DLR is soon set to undergo a major extension – complete with 2 brand new stations and a new tunnel under the Thames
Plans to lengthen London’s much-loved Docklands Light Railway have been in the pipeline since the start of the 2020s. And for the past six years, the prospect is an item that’s remained firmly at the top of south-east London’s wish-list.…at Secret London
Katie Forge
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A 127-year-old delivery van returns to London’s streets
An 1899 Benz combination delivery vehicle will appear at the St James’s Motoring Spectacle alongside possibly the earliest Daimler and the oldest Rolls-Royce.Read more ›at ianVisits
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A new European Sleeper booking service connects London to some of Europe’s most beautiful cities with one simple booking – including Milan and Prague
You can now fall asleep somewhere near Brussels and wake up in Berlin, Prague, Milan or Lake Como with the Eurostar leg sorted in the same booking. European Sleeper has teamed up with Dutch ticketing platform Choo-Choo to let travellers…at Secret London
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One of London’s best restaurants is staging a Covent Garden residency
Rochelle Canteen has teamed up with NoMad London for a delicious three-month takeoverat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Amy Houghton
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Playing ‘chicken’ with trains forces closure of railway crossing near Upminster
A railway level crossing near Upminster in east London has been closed by Network Rail following repeated incidents of dangerous misuse involving children and teenagers.Read more ›at ianVisits
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UK government rejects calls to reduce state pension age to 65 — despite growing public support
A petition calling for the State Pension age to be reduced to 65 for everyone has surged past 76,000 signatures, putting it within reach of the 100,000 mark needed to be considered for a debate in Parliament. Created by Michelle Gill, the…at Secret London
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London Underground arches in Kilburn refurbished for rental
Twelve railway arches beneath the Jubilee and Metropolitan lines near Kilburn Tube station have been refurbished, with restored brickwork, new glazed frontages, and a landscaped pedestrian walkwayRead more ›at ianVisits
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Acme Taco Is Heading To Dalston
Acme Taco is expanding to Dalston. Chef Andrew Clarke's taco concept, which drew queues on the Blackhorse Beer Mile when it launched this April at 40ft Brewery, opens at the brewery's Dalston taproom on 1st November, right next door to…at London On The Inside
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Kew Gardens needs to raise £1 million to save its historic Palm House
This rusting Victorian masterpiece needs £1 million to go towards urgent repair workat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Alice Saville
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That Build-Your-Own Breakfast Spot Is Opening A Second Site
Clapham favourite willows is opening a second restaurant in Chelsea this November. The site is on Duke of York Square, just off the King's Road and next to the Saatchi Gallery. Its build-your-own breakfast boards have gone viral since the…at London On The Inside
Jules Pearson
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Half-Price Kebabs? We’re Very Much On Board
Le Bab is built on a love of the kebab, with slow-cooked meats, flatbreads and sauces made in-house. Founded by Stephen Tozer and Ed Brunet, who previously cooked at Le Gavroche, it first opened its doors in Soho’s Kingly Court back in…at London On The Inside
BenLOTI
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The best South Asian restaurant in every part of London
Last night, the ‘Curry Oscars’ celebrated the UK’s masters of spice – here are the capital’s winnersat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Alice Saville
Local press Time Out London news
HMV Oxford Street is closing again
The historic music emporium only reopened its flagship store in London’s West End three years agoat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Frankie Lister-Fell
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An immersive Line of Duty experience is coming to London
Help AC-12 scour London’s streets of corruption in new show ‘Line of Duty: Operation Echo’at Time Out London news
Primary Author: Andrzej Lukowski
Local press Londonist
"Very Intense And Isolating": Michael Crawford Remembers Playing The Phantom Of The Opera 40 Years Ago
The brooding musical has played in London ever since.at Londonist
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When Are London's Christmas Lights Switched On This Year?: Christmas 2026
Three...two...one... CHRISTMAS!at Londonist
Laura Reynolds
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Will it snow in London on Christmas Day? Bookies have officially revealed the odds of the capital experiencing a white Christmas this year
As though we’re all on a bad date, the topic of the weather really has been the talk of the town recently. I mean, you can’t really blame us, can you? What with the unseasonable warmth and the prospect of the largest El Niño in living…at Secret London
Katie Forge
Local press ianVisits
Mayfair’s free Magritte exhibition is a lot of surreal fun
Gagosian’s free exhibition explores Magritte’s continuing influence through familiar paintings, unexpected discoveries and sculptures that seem to have escaped from somebody else’s dream.Read more ›at ianVisits
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Two London stations are shortlisted for Britain’s Best Station Award including a modest Overground stop with a sensory garden created for dementia patients
London has two very different contenders in the running to be named Britain’s best railway station. Both are among 20 finalists in the Rail Delivery Group’s annual World Cup of Stations, which this year celebrates “creating connections…at Secret London
Vaishnavi Pandey
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HMV will close its iconic Oxford Street flagship store next year – just 3 years after its triumphant return
There are very few spots as synonymous with Oxford Street as the historic HMV store that – aside from a fleeting four year hiatus between 2019 and 2023 – has stood proudly on Europe’s busiest shopping street since 1921. The iconic…at Secret London
Katie Forge
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Tickets Alert: Adults only nights at Kew Garden’s Christmas lights show
The annual lights show at Kew Gardens is introducing something new this year… adults-only evenings.Read more ›at ianVisits
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A review of London’s recent railway upgrades
The latest Programmes and Investment Committee report from TfL has outlined some of the works that have been carried out on London’s rail network in recent months.Read more ›at ianVisits
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Belgravia's new Chinese hotspot Han & Han sees former Hakkasan chef Jeff Tan in charge
Jeff Tan, best known for being the man who headed up Hakkasan Mayfair when it first opened in London, is getting ready to open his first solo restaurant in Belgravia. Called Han & Han, he's taking...at RSS 2.0
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Acme Taco is coming to Dalston with more tacos, tostadas and dishes than ever
After becoming a big hit over at 40Ft Brewery in Walthamstow, Andrew Clarke is bringing Acme Taco to the original 40Ft in Dalston too. The second Acme Taco will be landing in the 40Ft Brewery...at RSS 2.0
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Daniel Craig has bought a 250-year-old London pub and it apparently comes with a ghost named Gilbert
Daniel Craig has a new role away from the big screen: pub co-owner. The pub is said to be haunted by Gilbert, a former hangman who is believed to linger in its cellar. The story apparently wasn’t mentioned to Craig and his partners before…at Secret London
Vaishnavi Pandey
Local press Secret London
A major plan to pedestrianise the West End in London has been delayed
It’s not long now until one of London’s busiest thoroughfares, Oxford Street, will have a 1km stretch closed to cars — from 26 October, to be exact. But did you know plans are underway to pedestrianise another iconic part of London?…at Secret London
Kim Bansi
Local press London On The Inside
Rochelle Canteen Is Heading Central For A Winter Residency
Good news if you’ve never managed to get behind that famous unmarked door on Arnold Circus: Rochelle Canteen is heading west for the winter. From Thursday 15th October to Friday 15th January, the much-loved Shoreditch restaurant is taking…at London On The Inside
Jules Pearson
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The London Buzz – 12th Oct 2026
Today’s London news round-up:Read more ›at ianVisits
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This historic London pub has just been named one of the most haunted in the UK – but it’s notoriously difficult to find
London isn’t particularly thin on the ground when it comes to its haunted hangouts. With a backstory that’s filled to the brim with history and mystery in equal measure, our capital city boasts an abundance of spooky spots for us to head…at Secret London
Katie Forge
Local press London On The Inside
A One-Day Vintage & Archive Designer Market Is Taking Over The Hoxton
Vintage lovers, clear your Sunday. Peckham Carboot, Second Life Markets and Bottle Factory Flea are joining forces for The Trunk Show, an all-day vintage and archive designer market taking over The Hoxton, Shoreditch on Sunday 18th…at London On The Inside
Jules Pearson
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The lifts are coming: Kings Langley station plans step-free future
A £10.6 million project will add a new footbridge and three lifts, giving passengers step-free access to all four platforms.Read more ›at ianVisits
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Zaha Hadid’s London headquarters is being transformed into a public arts venue
The listed studio is being transformed into an exhibition space and lecture hall in the architect’s memoryat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Frankie Lister-Fell
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HMV to close its Oxford Street store citing soaring rental costs
HMV has announced it will close its flagship Oxford Street shop in March 2027, just over three years after returning to its historic homeRead more ›at ianVisits
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Oatly Is Opening An Embassy In South Kensington & The Drinks Are Free
South Kensington has embassies on practically every corner, so a new one shouldn’t turn too many heads, even if it’s flying the Oatly flag. Entry is free, and there’s plenty to see, sip and get stuck into across the two days. On Friday…at London On The Inside
Aliceb
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LOTI Vacancy | Video & Social Lead
Job Spec The Role We're looking for a filmmaker who lives on social to lead LOTI's video and social output. You'll make our documentary series, run our Instagram and TikTok, and bring the same storytelling to the brands that partner with…at London On The Inside
BenLOTI
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One of London’s best independent music venues could be under threat
A proposed new block of flats could have a major impact on the future of the beloved hallat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Amy Houghton
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The Biggest Song You’ve Never Heard
You may not realise it, but this year has been defined by one song. Ella Langley’s country hit “Choosin’ Texas” has well and truly dominated the US charts. It’s just racked up 24 weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, overtaking…at London On The Inside
Aliceb
Local press Time Out London news
Daniel Craig has just bought this 250-year-old ‘haunted’ pub in north London
Shaken or stirred? This old-school boozer will reopen next year with 007 at the helmat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Frankie Lister-Fell
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New 2.2km electricity tunnel dug beneath the River Thames
The River Thames has a new tunnel under it, after a tunnel boring machine completed a 2.2km long tunnel under the Thames near Tilbury.Read more ›at ianVisits
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A historic 800-year-old south London market will remain closed for nine days after an electrical fire destroyed several stalls
A south London market will remain closed until Sunday, October 18, after an inspection found further safety concerns following a fire that destroyed several stalls. The local council said the nine-day closure, which began on Saturday,…at Secret London
Vaishnavi Pandey
Local press Londonist
Things To Do In London This Weekend: 17-18 October 2026
Top events in London this Saturday and Sunday.at Londonist
Londonist
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Beehives, boudoirs and a queer aristocracy in Tim Walker’s new exhibition
Towering hairdos and theatrical portraits fill an exhibition that celebrates queer creativity while remembering the campaigners who fought for the freedom to be themselves.Read more ›at ianVisits
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Two London train stations are competing to be crowned the best in the UK
Praised for their community building, these two north London depots are among the finalists of the World Cup of Stationsat Time Out London news
Primary Author: Frankie Lister-Fell
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This game-changing new UK airport rule will see passengers scan their faces instead of their passports – and it’s set to speed up the border control process by 25%
Okay, let me set the scene for you. You’re mildly melancholy about the fact that your holiday has come to an end. You step off the plane and into the airport terminal, and the only thing igniting even a flicker of joy within you is the…at Secret London
Katie Forge
Local press Londonist
Two London Stations Are Finalists In The World Cup Of Stations 2026
And they're very different from one another.at Londonist
Will Noble
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Free London Cable Car Trips Up For Grabs
You even get a complimentary hot drink.at Londonist
Londonist
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Free Things To Do In London This Week: 12-18 October 2026
Events that don't cost a penny.at Londonist
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In Kensington, the Wild Group are pivoting, swapping out Lucky Grill for Krokodilos
The London restaurant scene is brutal, and with all the pressures on restaurateurs right now a sub-par performing restaurant can't be left to its own devices for too long. So over on Kensington...at RSS 2.0
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Elezar sees the man behind Goodman opening a chophouse in a Mayfair crypt
Chophouses are back in vogue, it seems. We've just had the launch of Cloth Cornhill, which takes some of its influences from Simpson's Tavern, the classic chophouse that had been on its site before,...at RSS 2.0
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Free noodles are coming to Shoreditch in a one-day-only pop-up
For one day only, a free noodle shop is popping up in Shoreditch. This one comes from supermarket brand Kitchen Joy. They make frozen noodles, and they'll be cooking those up for their one-day...at RSS 2.0
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Experience London Like a Local: Insider Tips for Visitors
It’s not that easy to experience London as a local when you’re bound to be dazzled by all the famous landmarks dotted around the city. That’s not to say that local Londoners don’t visit museums, hang out in Soho, or stroll through Hyde…at London On The Inside
Isabelle
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WIN A Neo Tokyo Night Out For Four At NQJPN
The team behind NQ64 are back on Berwick Street, and this time they've taken things somewhere darker, louder and a whole lot more futuristic. NQJPN opens on Friday 23 October in NQ64's former Soho home, bringing together a late-night…at London On The Inside
Aliceb
Local press Secret London
Popstar JADE is teaming up with Hans Zimmer for the BBC’s new ‘Blue Planet III’ series theme song
The BBC’s natural history series is making a huge splash in 2026, and its upcoming soundtrack features one of the most iconic collaborations in the music industry. Pop artist Jade Thirlwall has partnered with Hollywood royalty Hans Zimmer…at Secret London
Ugne Giraityte
Local press London On The Inside
These London Restaurants Have All Closed
It's a tough time for the hospitality industry Updated October 2026 We've already written about why 2025 was proving to be such a turbulent one for hospitality, thanks to the combination of increased VAT, increased National Insurance…at London On The Inside
Christina
Local press Secret London
In 1990, Fleetwood Mac legend Christine McVie bought a 17th-century Kent estate to escape the spotlight; now the £3m property is back on the market
The country estate where Fleetwood Mac’s Christine McVie lived for 25 years is back on the market, with an asking price of £3 million. Fleetwood Mac’s Christine McVie’s former home lists for £3 million Known as the Quaives, the roughly…at Secret London
Vaishnavi Pandey
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London’s Alleys: Barnes Pikle, Ealing, W5
This long and busy passageway can be found in the centre of Ealing Broadway, and hence is nowhere near Barnes at all. It is named after a Mr Barnes though, hence the geographically confusing name.Read more ›at ianVisits
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London TravelWatch exposes ‘fundamental flaws’ in transport crime reporting
The watchdog says a complicated reporting process and poor responses to victims are undermining confidence and concealing the extent of hate crime on the network.Read more ›at ianVisits
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London’s Best 100
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- 1 Ikoyi RestaurantLondon · Creative African Eat score, 98
- 2 Core by Clare SmythLondon · Modern British Eat score, 96
- 2 MountainLondon · Welsh-influenced Spanish Eat score, 96
- 2 The LedburyLondon · British Eat score, 96
- 5 Restaurant Gordon RamsayLondon · French Eat score, 94
- 5 The Ritz RestaurantLondon · Modern French Eat score, 94
- 7 Alain Ducasse at The DorchesterLondon · French Eat score, 93
- 7 Hélène Darroze at The ConnaughtLondon · Modern French Eat score, 93
- 7 Sketch, the Lecture Room & LibraryLondon · Modern French Eat score, 93
- 7 The DevonshireLondon · Traditional British Eat score, 93
The full 100 → 544 ranked
- 1 KOL MEZCALARIALondon · Modern Mexican Cocktail Bar Drink score, 97
- 1 Tayēr + ElementaryLondon · Cocktail Bar Drink score, 97
- 3 Connaught BarLondon · Cocktail Bar Drink score, 96
- 3 Satan's WhiskersLondon · Cocktail Bar Drink score, 96
- 3 Scarfes BarLondon · Cocktail Bar Drink score, 96
- 6 The Clove ClubLondon Drink score, 94
- 7 KwãntLondon · Cocktail Bar Drink score, 93
- 8 Sexy FishLondon · Japanese Drink score, 91
- 8 Three Sheets SohoLondon · Cocktail Bar Drink score, 91
- 8 WaltzLondon · Japanese Cocktail Bar Drink score, 91
The full 100 → 649 ranked
- 1 Claridge'sLondon Stay score, 95
- 1 Raffles London at The OWOLondon Stay score, 95
- 1 The EmoryLondon Stay score, 95
- 4 Brown's HotelLondon Stay score, 94
- 4 Four Seasons Hotel London at Park LaneLondon Stay score, 94
- 4 Mandarin Oriental Hyde ParkLondon Stay score, 94
- 4 The ConnaughtLondon Stay score, 94
- 4 The SavoyLondon Stay score, 94
- 9 Bvlgari Hotel LondonLondon Stay score, 93
- 9 Rosewood LondonLondon Stay score, 93
The full 100 → 146 ranked
- 1 Asaya SpaLondon Do score, 89
- 1 Claridge's SpaLondon Do score, 89
- 1 Raffles SpaLondon Do score, 89
- 1 Six Senses Spa LondonLondon Do score, 89
- 1 Surrenne SpaLondon Do score, 89
- 1 The Lanesborough SpaLondon Do score, 89
- 7 Aman SpaLondon Do score, 86
- 7 The Dorchester SpaLondon Do score, 86
- 7 The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel London at Park LaneLondon Do score, 86
- 7 The Spa at Four Seasons London at Tower BridgeLondon Do score, 86
The full 100 → 12 ranked
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