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34 minutes ago

'Broken lift is affecting my mental health'

Disabled residents in a Camden block face mental health issues due to a broken lift, affecting their mobility and access to essential services.
Pets
fromwww.bbc.com
17 hours ago

New coin to mark 200th year of London Zoo charity

A commemorative coin featuring a tiger, snail, and dove celebrates 200 years of the Zoological Society of London, promoting wildlife conservation efforts.
fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago

R&B today is like Brazilian football the creativity, the skill': Odeal, the genre's hottest UK star

Odeal's music sits loosely within R&B, also drawing on Afrobeats, neo-soul and contemporary pop. Across his catalogue, love is rarely conclusive. Instead, songs live in emotional grey areas.
London music
London
fromTime Out London
22 hours ago

It's official: London is the second greenest city in the UK

Green spaces in cities are essential for mental and physical health, with London being the largest urban forest globally.
Digital life
fromwww.wanderwithjo.com
1 day ago

The Digital Nomad's Guide to Online Entertainment: What Works in the UK

Understanding the digital landscape in the UK is crucial for travelers, as many apps and services differ from other regions.
fromianVisits
1 day ago

London's Alleys: Yarmouth Place, Mayfair, W1

Originally known as Sneads Court on John Rocque's map of London in 1746, the area was wider and more of a courtyard than an alley. Over time, it was renamed Hertford Place and later Yarmouth Mews as the neighborhood evolved into larger hotels and grand houses.
London food
fromianVisits
5 days ago

Tunnel to Heathrow could be privately funded under revived rail link plans

The study concludes that the rail link could deliver strong economic returns under both two-runway and three-runway expansion scenarios at Heathrow Airport, indicating its potential impact on regional connectivity.
UK politics
Renovation
fromianVisits
5 days ago

Visiting Hackney's oldest house - a Tudor survivor with a punk past

Sutton House, built in 1535, is the oldest surviving residential building in Hackney, restored to showcase its Tudor, Georgian, and Victorian history.
Fundraising
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Why one runner is taking on the London Marathon dressed as a van

The Independent provides crucial journalism on key issues while supporting charitable initiatives like The Felix Project to combat food waste and poverty.
London food
fromTime Out London
1 day ago

This southwest London neighbourhood is getting a new Sports Direct store

A new Sports Direct store has opened in Kingston-upon-Thames as part of an elevation strategy to enhance brand perception.
fromTime Out London
5 days ago

This historic east London picture house is reopening - and it could have a surprising new operator

'With the recent news that the building's redevelopment is on track for autumn 2027, our inbox has been overflowing with residents asking if we'll be involved,' says the Castle in a statement.
London
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

We won't help save Wireless Festival by meeting Kanye West, say Jewish leaders

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and reports on significant social issues without paywalls.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 days ago

London park wars: Inside the battle to restrict festivals in Brockwell Park and Gunnersbury Park

London's summer music events face cancellations and local opposition due to concerns over park conditions and community disruption.
London food
fromTime Out London
5 days ago

This popular west London indoor market could be forced to close

Queensway Market in Bayswater faces redevelopment threats from Whole Foods, prompting local residents to petition for its preservation.
London music
fromTime Out London
5 days ago

Victoria Park's summer festival usage could increase by more than double

AEG has requested to extend its takeover of Victoria Park from 28 to 75 days for festival preparations.
London
fromTime Out London
5 days ago

Why have more wild cows been released in south London?

Three Sussex cows were released into Tolworth Court Farm Fields as part of a rewilding project to restore natural habitats in southwest London.
fromLondon On The Inside
4 days ago

Get Mash Up | The Best Fusion Food in London

Fusion food has historically had a bit of a bad rap, with overly gimmicky dishes and unnecessary combinations turning diners off. However, when you drill down into what fusion actually is - blending together flavours, ingredients and techniques from different cuisines - it's something that a lot of chefs are doing all the time.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

More homes agreed on former Chelsea Barracks site

The changes will see 87 apartments built across three blocks as part of Phase Five of the development, instead of 20 townhouses developer Qatari Diar originally asked for.
London politics
London
fromTime Out London
5 days ago

Orchestral music on a council estate and reindeer skull art are this weekend's best free things to do in London

April 10-12 offers a variety of free activities in London, including music, art, and performances for budget-conscious residents.
London politics
fromianVisits
4 days ago

Green light given for 3,300-home Edgware redevelopment

The redevelopment of Edgware town centre will proceed after the Mayor of London declined to intervene in the planning process.
London food
fromTime Out London
4 days ago

This landmark north London pub has had a glorious makeover

The Islington pub has been rebranded from The Angelic to the George IV, featuring a classic pub makeover.
London
fromianVisits
5 days ago

Tickets Alert: Tours of Hyde Park's plant nursery

Hyde Park's nursery offers guided tours revealing plant cultivation methods and history, showcasing nearly half a million plants grown annually.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Londoners aren't unfriendly but don't compare us to New Yorkers | Letters

Returning home after years abroad can evoke feelings of alienation and nostalgia, revealing a new perspective on familiar places and people.
London food
fromTime Out London
5 days ago

This central London hotel is launching an 'afternoon cheese' experience

Brassiere Max introduces 'Afternoon Cheese' featuring British cheeses from Neal's Yard Dairy, transforming traditional afternoon tea into a savory experience.
fromianVisits
6 days ago

Tickets Alert: Visit the Earl's Court development site

The property developer organises the tours in part to showcase the site and explain their master plan for the area, as well as why they believe it's a good idea.
London
London food
fromwww.cntraveler.com
6 days ago

How to Spend Three Perfect Days in London, According to a Local Editor

London offers a variety of chic properties for a memorable stay, each with unique features and experiences.
London
fromCountry and Town House
1 week ago

The Best Co-Working Spaces In London To Elevate WFH

Co-working spaces in London offer flexible work environments with social opportunities for professionals seeking alternatives to home offices.
London
fromTime Out London
1 week ago

This 'ancient' London market is set to be revamped - with a spectacular new roof terrace

Plans to modernize Kingston's Ancient Market aim to create a vibrant, sustainable piazza with new stalls and community spaces.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Basics' of life in Britain have been sold for profit, says Polanski

UK privatization of essential services has created an economy where basic necessities are rented back to people at unsustainable costs, leaving households vulnerable to economic shocks.
London food
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Modern revival planned for historic street market

Plans to revitalize Kingston Ancient Market include new stalls, a central piazza, and improved facilities to enhance community engagement.
fromLondon On The Inside
2 weeks ago
London politics

Notting Hill Carnival Is Getting More Than 4 Million in Additional Funding

Notting Hill Carnival receives £4.66 million funding for safety and security in its 60th anniversary year.
London food
fromElite Traveler
2 weeks ago

How to Explore London's Picturesque Village Hubs, According to Locals

London's hidden gems offer charming experiences in areas like Marylebone Village and Hampstead, featuring unique shops and local dining options.
London
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago

A vast new 13 million cycle route is coming to northwest London

The C72 cycleway will enhance cycling safety and connectivity between Wembley Central and Harlesden in northwest London.
London politics
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

London's Pocket Parks: King George V Playing Field, Hanwell, W7

King George V Playing Field in Hanwell evolved from Poor's Piece, reflecting its changing role from a charity allotment to a vibrant community park.
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

A new 15 million music venue will open in a legendary old east London theatre

The Victorian building is set to become a 2,300-capacity venue, which the company says will showcase 'a wide range of artists'. The building dates back to 1896, when it was used as a theatre and opera house, before closing its doors in 1933. After that, it became a cinema - though this, too, closed in 1969.
London music
London food
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago

Visitors are told to 'avoid' 5 London boroughs - here's why they're worth visiting

Tourists should reconsider visiting Croydon, Harlesden, Edmonton, Anerley, and Surbiton as they have unique attractions worth exploring.
fromLondon On The Inside
1 month ago

The Community Space Like No Other | Neighbourhood Watch

The Exchange is a community hub powered by North Paddington Foodbank who are the UK's first and only cash-first foodbank. Instead of offering food parcels, the foodbank gives out cash and vouchers instead, creating real routes out of crisis. This in turn helps foodbanks evolve into hubs of culture, care and community.
London startup
London food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

To call my part of London Little Tehran' isn't quite right | Letter

The distance between Tehran and London has become manageable, but recent events have intensified feelings of anxiety within the Iranian diaspora in Finchley.
London
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago

Villiers Street set for major rethink in Charing Cross overhaul

Plans to revamp Charing Cross station include upgrading Villiers Street and refurbishing the office building above it.
London
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago

London's getting a new Museum... of Youth Culture

London's Museum of Youth Culture opens in Camden, dedicated to preserving the history of youth culture in the UK.
London food
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago

Charing Cross could be transformed by new development plans - with huge changes set for the iconic Villiers St

1 Embankment Place is set for a summer makeover to enhance public spaces and improve pedestrian access in the area.
London
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago

Universal Studios Bedford plans could depend on Croydon rail upgrade

A proposed Universal Studios theme park in Bedford necessitates significant upgrades to the congested railways in south London due to the Croydon Bottleneck.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Why has Croydon become a film location hotspot?

It has an impeccable inner-city skyline. Croydon has the facade of being a bigger city. It's got all these huge offices that looks like residences. And filmmakers get this authentic scenery without the restrictions of space and traffic management found in central London.
Film
London
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'I can count on one hand the times I am offered a Tube seat'

Pregnant commuters often struggle to find seats on public transport despite the Baby on Board badge initiative.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

London's biggest theatre to be built and it's not in the West End

At Troubadour, we are driven by a belief in creating extraordinary spaces that inspire artists, audiences, and the stories they come together to share. The 3,000 seat venue is to be built in Greenwich Securing planning permission for the new Troubadour Greenwich Peninsula Theatre marks a major milestone for us, and an exciting new chapter in our commitment to bold, large-scale live performance.
Arts
UK news
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

Central London is getting a new Wetherspoons next to a major train station

Wetherspoons plans a 3,600 sq ft, two-floor pub called The Post Room at Paddington Station with mezzanine and Bakerloo line access, pending planning approval.
#south-kensington
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago
London

South Kensington tube station upgrade finally getting started

Upgrade works at South Kensington tube station will increase capacity and improve accessibility with new lifts and revamped ticket hall.
fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago
London food

This 'nationally important' London tube station is finally getting a major upgrade

South Kensington tube station will undergo a major makeover to improve accessibility and add new shops and restaurants.
London
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago

South Kensington tube station upgrade finally getting started

Upgrade works at South Kensington tube station will increase capacity and improve accessibility with new lifts and revamped ticket hall.
London food
fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago

This 'nationally important' London tube station is finally getting a major upgrade

South Kensington tube station will undergo a major makeover to improve accessibility and add new shops and restaurants.
Food & drink
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Huge new Wetherspoons planned for central London station as pub company targets capital's transport hubs

JD Wetherspoon plans a large two-floor pub at Paddington Station occupying over 3,600 sq ft in the former ticket hall with Bakerloo line access.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

BBC could soon make programmes for release first on YouTube under deal

BBC may produce original programmes for initial release on YouTube to reach younger viewers, prompting licence-fee questions and potential commercial and overseas impacts.
Travel
fromLondon On The Inside
1 month ago

A Free Hotel for Arab Creatives Has Opened in London

Beit Kotn is an invitation-only private hotel and creative residency in Shoreditch offering free stays to Middle East and North Africa artists and creatives.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on the BBC World Service: this is London calling | Editorial

BBC World Service faces imminent funding collapse despite global influence and lifesaving role, risking vital international news services as state rivals expand.
Marketing
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

How animation is becoming London's secret weapon for business growth - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Animation enables London businesses to communicate complex ideas efficiently, engage audiences, and offer creative control, cost-effectiveness, and adaptability across sectors.
#portobello-road
London
fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago

Revealed: London's new affordable commuter towns

Commuters returning to offices are discovering affordable alternatives in towns like Iver, Shenfield, and Twyford, which offer shorter commute times and lower housing prices than traditional commuter belts.
Arts
fromianVisits
2 months ago

Free outdoor exhibition turns parks, shopping centres and churches into open-air galleries

Thirty large National Gallery reproductions are installed across Croydon in public locations, free to view until 5th July 2026.
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

A new night bus between central and west London will launch this weekend

The N118 route will launch on Saturday January 17. It'll follow the same journey as the existing N18 bus, starting at Trafalgar Square and serving all the same stops up to Sudbury and Harrow Road station. From there, it'll turn off towards Ruislip station in Hillingdon, travelling via Whitton Avenue West, Sheridan Terrace, Pett's Hill, Alexandra Avenue, Eastcote Lane, Victoria Road and Pembroke Road.
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London food
fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago

One of London's greatest markets has announced its full list of market dates for 2026

Leadenhall Market's weekend pop-up markets return April 11 through Christmas 2026, featuring vintage furniture, crafts, and antiques from independent traders.
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

The City of London is getting a brand-new light and sound festival this month

But at the end of this month, there's a brand new festival arriving to inject some colour into the financial district. 'Vibrance' will light up Roman ruins, medieval churches and secret gardens across the Square Mile on Thursday January 29 and Friday January 30 from 5.30pm until 8.30pm. Created by Guildhall Production Studio, it brings together more than a dozen artworks and live performances by emerging artists from Guildhall School of Music & Drama.
Arts
London food
fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago

One of west London's last pie and mash shops could be forced to close

Cockney's pie and mash shop in Notting Hill faces closure as landlord seeks to double annual rent from £31,500 to £64,000, threatening a three-decade family business.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Liverpool is wonderful, warts and all': Readers on swapping London for other cities

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
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London politics
fromLondon On The Inside
1 month ago

North vs South London | Ten Reasons Why Each Side Is Better

North London claims superiority through Roman history, the Barbican, anti-fascist heritage, major protest movements, and superior underground transport infrastructure compared to South London.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London's Pocket Parks: Bixley Field, Southall, UB2

Bixley Field in Southall supplied bricks for Buckingham Palace's reconstruction in the 1820s, with the site's clay excavated and transported via the Grand Union Canal to London.
Arts
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Go-ahead given for London's largest theatre

Troubadour will build a temporary 3,000-seat theatre (two 1,500-seat auditoriums) on Greenwich Peninsula, becoming London's largest theatre; construction begins in June.
London food
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

This London market is being transformed into a 'community-first' food court

Maison Noor, a rebranded halal food court in Ilford, opens with 16 vendors offering global street food, a soft-play area, deli, farmer's market, and future boutiques.
London music
fromLondon On The Inside
1 month ago

For the Record | London's Best Listening Bars

Listening bars prioritize high-end audio and curated music, making music the defining feature of venues and driving niche, community-focused nightlife in London.
London music
fromLondon On The Inside
1 month ago

This Year's Brockwell Park Festivals Have Been Approved

Lambeth Council approved Brockwell Live's planning application for 32 days of festivals in May-June 2026, allowing Field Day, Cross the Tracks, City Splash, and Mighty Hoopla to proceed despite ongoing opposition from Protect Brockwell Park.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

West London Orbital railway plans take another step forward

West London Orbital railway project secures £6.65 million funding to advance planning toward a 2026 public consultation, with potential to deliver 25,000 homes, 11,500 jobs, and reduce annual car trips by 650,000.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

London Underground's public art celebrated

Transport for London released an updated map featuring 26 permanent artworks across the Underground network, with new commissions added since 2016 to encourage exploration of public art during daily commutes.
London food
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

One of London's most legendary shopping centres is getting a game-changing glow-up

Brent Cross shopping centre is undergoing a major £1.4 billion redevelopment featuring 150 new shops, 50 restaurants, a cinema complex, and hotel, with plans finalized by spring 2026.
London food
fromLondon On The Inside
1 month ago

The Space That Helps You Shop Better | Neighbourhood Watch

Better Things is an independent retail space in Forest Hill showcasing over 180 indie brands across ceramics, jewelry, homeware, and accessories, with rotating stock and pop-up opportunities for makers.
London politics
fromLondon On The Inside
1 month ago

Inside London's North-South Divide

North–South London tensions stem from geography, transport inequalities, commuting patterns, and strong local identities that shape residents' willingness to cross the river.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Brockwell festivals set to go ahead despite doubts

Lambeth Council is advised to approve multiple paid festivals in Brockwell Park despite substantially more objections than support and previous controversies.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

Adverts are returning to Euston station's big screen

Euston station will trial advertising on its big screen from March 2nd with reduced brightness and neurodiversity-friendly content, keeping the central section for departure information.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Prince inspires creativity at London youth hub

Prince William encouraged young Black photographers, affirmed the value of their work, and engaged in discussions about career barriers and opportunities for young Black people.
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