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8 unmissable family activities in London to make the most of the school holidays
2+ hour, 3+ min ago (408+ words) From free outdoor film screenings to fascinating exhibitions, we've teamed up with Tf L to bring you the ultimate guide to family fun this summer. School holidays are just around the corner, and family and fun is firmly on the…...
After a 2-million-visitor global tour, this 3, 000-year-old ancient Egyptian collection is in the UK for the very first time " taking over a brand-new 3, 200-square-meter venue inside London's iconic Battersea Power Station
12+ hour, 24+ min ago (376+ words) Direct from Cairo, the blockbuster showcase features 180 priceless artefacts like the coffin of Ramses II, paired with cinematic VR motion chairs that fly you straight through Queen Nefertari's tomb. Londoners, prepare to be completely transported. " While the capital is certainly…...
Europe's best coffee shops have just been revealed " and London is officially home to 3 of them
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (282+ words) London is officially home to 3 of the best coffee shops on the entire continent - here's where you can find them. As a girl who functions almost exclusively on caffeine, I'm really rather invested (both financially and emotionally) in the capital's…...
Discover the darkest (and weirdest) secrets of ancient Egypt on this interactive tour given by Ramses himself " Horrible Histories: Live At The Museum opens in London in July
1+ day, 8+ hour ago (237+ words) Meet Ramses II himself as he takes you on a tour of ancient Egypt - with all the horrible bits left in. You'll laugh through history as you uncover the darkest secrets and strangest occurrences and come face to face with…...
An enormous weekend-long food festival is taking over Peckham this month " with local restaurants serving special dishes to raise money for charity
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (226+ words) The Peckham Weekender returns this July with a three-day-long community food festival raising money for the Peckham Pantry. The Peckham Weekender is a 3-day-long foodie celebration that takes over the area from July 24-26. As part of the festival, some of…...
An impressive sculpture of the moon has popped up at the Royal Observatory Greenwich " visitors can get up close and explore the surface of the celestial body
1+ day, 8+ hour ago (274+ words) A brand-new artwork from sculptural artist Luke Jerram has landed at the Royal Observatory Greenwich: the 'Mirror Moon'. "Mirror Moon" is an enormous mirrored sculpture (as you might have guessed) that brings the astronomical object down to Earth. And you…...
Eurostar issues "do not travel" warning to the Netherlands " here's the recent update
2+ day, 5+ hour ago (195+ words) Born and raised in India, Vaishnavi Pandey is a South London-based writer and documentary photographer. Before working as a Staff Writer at Secret Media Network, she worked as a Social Media Producer at Earthrise Studio, a writer and photographer for…...
Bershka is organising free private dance classes for its community in cities around the world
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (222+ words) Connect with like-minded people while learning from professional dancers: BERSHKA MMBRS members can now access a series of exclusive dance experiences. If you're part of the BERSHKA MMBRS community, this one's for you. The brand is bringing exclusive dance classes…...
Nearly 60 years later " this massive Brutalist post-war estate in South East London is undergoing major transformation with thousands of new homes, modern public spaces, and creative community facilities
2+ day, 23+ hour ago (377+ words) South East London's once-overlooked concrete complex is getting a striking new lease of life. What was once a stark post-war lakeside estate known for its imposing Brutalist blocks is now being transformed. A post-war lakeside complex in Thamesmead, once known…...
A stunning "Strawberry Moon" will light up UK skies tonight with a rare golden tint " here"s exactly when to catch June"s most famous full moon
3+ day, 6+ hour ago (321+ words) Secret London - Do Not Process My Personal Information The name "Strawberry Moon" comes from seasonal traditions linked to the ripening of strawberries in early summer. The Strawberry Moon is the traditional name for June's full Moon, and it is one…...