Let’s explore Buxton Memorial Fountain. It’s time to discover the history of this Westminster memorial fountain and the very important story it tells. If you’ve walked through Victoria Gardens before you may have noticed a few things. Primarily the side view of The Houses of Parliament – one not often photographed – and The Burghers …
The Coronation of King Charles III is nearly upon us! Here’s your bumper guide to the coronation weekend. Sound the trumpets – it’s coronation time. This monumental moment in British history is plenty of reason for a good party and London knows it. Not only will we have envy-of-the-nation front row seats to all the …
Hidden in plain sight, St. Stephen’s Tower has a rich and illustrious history at the heart of London life. In fact, you already know more about St Stephen’s Tower than you think. Words by John Rogers Or do you? There’s a great mystery surrounding St Stephen’s Tower, with experts split on exactly where St. Stephen’s …
Get ready to discover Westminster Abbey’s famous burials with this in-depth guide to the Abbey’s famous residents. Words by John Rogers It’s one of London’s most famous religious landmarks – home to royal weddings and coronations, and more solemnly it has played host to funerals of the greats of British history. For many, Westminster Abbey …
London’s Old War Office building is going to be turned into a luxury hotel and food hall. Here’s what you need to know. The Old War Office in Whitehall is going to be turned into a luxury hotel and food court named OWO and set to open in spring of 2023. It sounds set to …
Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland – AKA the festive event of the season – returns. Here’s everything you need to know. We might be biased, but we think London at Christmas is absolutely unbeatable. The Christmas lights go up. The big shopping spaces begin competing to see who can erect the biggest tree. And Hyde Park …
Looking for a hotel near Big Ben? Thought so – we’ve rounded up some of the best places to stay near the iconic landmark. With so many fabulous London hotels, it can be tricky deciding where to stay. But, if sightseeing is your main reason for visiting the capital, there’s no better place to stay …
Want to pay your respects to The Queen? Here’s everything you need about The Queen’s period of lying-in-state. Last week, London was shocked by the news that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II had passed away at the age of 96. We know that so many of you will want to pay your respects. And, this …
Looking to explore London’s top sights? Here’s why you should skip the heaving tube and opt to explore the capital in a far more relaxing way – on a City Cruises sightseeing tour. *sponsored by City Cruises* Get ready to whizz along the water and see London from a new perspective, hopping on one of …
Hunting out the best restaurants near Trafalgar Square can be quite the task. Luckily, we’ve done the donkey-work for you – check out our favourite spots in this guide. Trafalgar Square is an area flanked in history, so it’s no wonder that it’s often at the top of every single London bucket list. But, as …
