Ghibli’s greatest hit is hitting the London stage next year. Here’s what you need to know. If you loved the My Neighbour Totoro staging in 2022 (or regrettably missed it), here’s a bit of news that might get you bubbling with excitement: Studio Ghibli’s Spirited Away is getting a London stage production in 2024. The …
Chinatown stands out – a vibrant and distinct part of London’s West End it’s beloved by locals and tourists alike. Planning a visit? Here’s what you need to know. Chinatown stands in the centre of London’s West End, a distinct melange of paper lanterns, shops, restaurants and cafes, bounded by four gates that mark your …
We’ve all seen it right, the winged statue perched jauntily above a fountain in Piccadilly Circus… but what is the Eros statue? Why is it there? Turns out there’s a lot more that first meets the eye. 15 Things You Never Knew about the Eros Statue First of All, It’s Not Actually a Statue of …
Looking to celebrate St Patrick’s Day in London? Here’s where to start… Whether you’re an Irish expat, a tourist, or just a Londoner looking for an excuse to sink pints of Guinness, you don’t want to miss the St Paddy’s Festival and parade in Trafalgar Square. The annual celebration has been a huge deal for …
Piccadilly Circus is the junction of London’s dynamic West End. Discover the bars, restaurants, clubs, theatres, and venues which make this one of the capital’s most iconic destinations. Words by Sam Jean From the world-renowned theatres of Shaftesbury Avenue to the high-end shopping of Regent Street and the many hidden gems nestled in between, Piccadilly …
Mark your calendars, folks. The National Portrait Gallery is reopening on 22nd June 2023 after a mega refurbishment. For the first time in almost three years, The National Portrait Gallery, which sits just off Trafalgar Square, will open up its doors to art lovers and culture seekers alike, showing off its brand-new multi-million pound makeover. …
From places serving the crème de la crème of crispy duck to steaming bowls of hot pot, these are the Chinatown restaurants you should be eating at right now. Chinatown sits at the epicentre of London. It’s “that road” of endless red lanterns, buzzy shops and… amazing restaurants. There are a lot of them though …
The Fourth Plinth sits on a corner of Trafalgar Square, not so hidden and in plain sight – but how much do you know about it? Time to delve deeper… Only a foolish person would ever claim that Trafalgar Square is one of the city’s hidden gems. Although millions of people pass through the square …
Looking for the best restaurants in Leicester Square? We’ve got you covered with this guide to the best places to eat. The tourist hub (or trap, depending on your viewpoint) that is Leicester Square isn’t short of places to eat. But it has to be said that for every good Leicester Square restaurant, there are …
Discover the history and tales behind Nelson’s Column – Trafalgar Square’s iconic monument. Admiral Nelson’s Column, AKA ‘Nelson Column’ sits proudly at the centre of Trafalgar Square. Though the square itself is renowned for its pigeons, protests, a huge (and now quite controversial) Christmas tree that Norway donates every year and a very rowdy crowd …
