JMW Turner and John Constable are arguably our greatest landscape painters and were born 250 years ago. A fabulous exhibition at Tate Britain (until April 12th 2026) showcases their interweaving lives and legacies. Turner was born in the heart of London, in Maiden Lane, was widely travelled and had early recognition from the Royal Academy. Turner's landscapes are suffused with light and action; they paved the way for impressionism whilst Constable stayed close to his Suffolk

The Trafalgar Square Christmas tree is a Norwegian spruce given to the people of London by the city of Oslo each year. The tradition began in since 1947 after WWII when the British helped the Norwegian resistance to fight the Nazis who had overrun their country. The tree is prominently displayed in Trafalgar Square outside the National Gallery from the beginning of December until 6 January. The lights are switched on by the Lord Mayor of Westminster on the first Thursday of D

One of the wonderful things about London as November progresses is the wonderful lights that illuminate the streets and passages of our historic city! You can wander at will for free and enjoy the dazzling displays. In Covent Garden the Christmas market has a fabulous “Theatre of Christmas” theme! Take a ride on the carousel and have a festive hot chocolate to keep you warm! Wonder at the Christmas Angels of Regent Street and be amazed by over 300,000 stars twinkling over Oxf

"Cecil Beaton’s Fashionable World" has just opened at the National Portrait Gallery and concentrates on his revolutionary approach to...

The Garden Museum next to Lambeth Palace is a very special place. Tucked away 15 minutes walk from Waterloo station, it is based in St...

The magnificent Bank of England stands at the heart of what once was the Roman city of Londonium . Our national bank began to operate...

The fabulous recreated "Shakespeare's Globe" theatre on the banks of the Thames is THE place to see a Shakespeare play this summer and...

Tying into my “I Spy London” talk is a FREE exhibition on at the National Archives in Kew. until 28th September 2025. Immerse yourself in...

At a time when international relations are strained and intelligence agencies are often in the news, why not enjoy a lighter look at the...

Once home to crocodiles...today, St James's Park's pelicans are the most exotic of the modern wildlife in the area. Soak up London's...

250 years ago, on December 16th 1775 Jane Austen was born in Hampshire. She was a remarkable author whose novels remain well-loved. Jane...

This summer, a display of ceramic poppies at the Tower of London marks the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII giving visitors a chance...

King Edward VII only reigned for 9 years but the Edwardian era (1901 - 1914) saw momentous changes during and immediately after his...

There is SO much going on this Spring - walk through the daffodils in historic St James's Park and check out the classy views of...

Here's a thing - King Thutmose II's tomb has just been found in an exciting discovery near Luxor. He lived 3540 years ago and a beloved...

FREE to visit, the remarkable, eclectic home and museum of Sir John Soane, one of the greatest English architects, is now a museum at 13...

Here's to a happy and healthy 2025! The message of the New Year fireworks was that “London will always be a city of hope and a place for...

At the heart of the centre of the City of London is "Bank Junction", home to the Bank of England and the Royal Exchange. Christmas...

Christians have worshipped at Southwark Cathedral for over 1000 years. Originally a small convent, it became an Augustine Priory, then a...

How lucky are those of us who live in the south-east and London? Southbank Centre is Europe’s largest centre for the arts and since it's...