If you wanted to go to the theatre in London in 1800, you had two choices: you could go to see a formal play at a licenced theatre, or go to one of the city’s many illegitimate theatres. At the …
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June arrives in London this weekend, bringing with it lots of fun events and – hopefully – some sunshine too! Toast Festival, Shoreditch Shoreditch plays host to a thoughtful celebration of London’s dining culture this weekend, as the Toast Festival …
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When the sun is shining, there are fewer more pleasant ways to relax than by having a picnic in one of London’s public spaces. We’ve rounded up 10 of our favourite spots below – grab a blanket, pack a hamper …
Read more...Hackney in East London has an array of vibrant street markets selling food and products from all over the world. The video features three of Hackney’s best markets: Broadway, Ridley Road and Chatsworth Road. Find out more about Hackney’s markets and other markets across …
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Always fancied rowing a slice of papaya through an interactive floating pineapple or entering a secret banana grotto? Of course you have, and this summer at Kew Gardens you can! The gardens are opening their lake to the public for …
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The Beatles musica extends; the Young Vic’s Doll’s House transfers; and tickets for Harry Hill’s new musical goes on sale. Plus cast news featuring Jane Asher, Michael Xavier, Charlotte Wakefield, Jessica Raine, Daniel Mays, Mark Gatiss and Tom Hiddleston.
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From fabulous flea markets to money-saving fashion events, here are London’s top shopping news stories: Seven Dials shopping event Great news fashion fans! Seven Dials and St Martin’s Courtyard in Covent Garden is hosting a traffic-free shopping evening on 30 …
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This year is a landmark year for the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Not only is it celebrating its centenary year, but the 100-year ban on garden gnomes has also been lifted! Gnomes were by no means the most unusual garden …
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Some West-End shows come and go, while others become a permanent fixture on London’s theatre scene. To celebrate London Theatre Month, we’ve compiled a list of the longest-running plays and musicals that are currently playing in London’s West End.
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Written by Tom Wareham, Curator of Maritime and Community History at the Museum of London Docklands. Today the Museum of London Docklands celebrates its 10th anniversary as a museum – though the building itself is 210 years old and a …
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