Free London Weekend Events: Jan 16-18, 2026
Brighten a dull January weekend in London without spending a penny. Our guide covers free art, film, quizzes, fitness, cultural festivals, and even a free pint.
Brighten a dull January weekend in London without spending a penny. Our guide covers free art, film, quizzes, fitness, cultural festivals, and even a free pint.
The beloved Dalston drag karaoke venue, The Karaoke Hole, announces its permanent closure on January 31. Find out the details and what's next for the team.
Discover the top family-friendly exhibitions coming to London in 2026. From immersive Pixar worlds to stop-motion fun and underwater adventures, plan your perfect cultural day out with the kids.
SNP's draft Budget freezes higher rate tax threshold, dragging more Scots into 42% band. Finance Secretary Shona Robison also confirms new mansion tax for £1m+ homes.
Exclusive polling reveals 70% of 18-34 year olds are prioritising savings in 2026 as tax threshold freezes and economic pessimism grip the nation. Discover the generational financial divide.
Discover the best London farmers' markets for 2026, from Marylebone to Crystal Palace. Find fresh, local produce and support community growers. Plan your visit now!
Ahead of his new album, Americana legend Bill Callahan discusses his Yorkshire youth, why Spotify is like the mafia, and the bleak, soulless state of AI-generated music.
Former Drag Race champion Tyra Sanchez, real name James Ross, announces legal action against RuPaul, Michelle Visage, and World of Wonder for alleged defamation and emotional distress. Read the full story.
Frozen tax thresholds will push thousands of families into paying the High Income Child Benefit Charge, eroding support as living costs remain high. Discover the impact.
A think tank warns Labour's income tax threshold freeze is a stealth raid leaving workers worse off by 2030, while pensioners see real-terms gains. Read the full analysis.
Missed out on tickets for London's official 2025 New Year's Eve fireworks? Discover the best alternative viewing spots, from rooftop parties to free vantage points across the capital.
Drag performer Amrou Al-Kadhi shares their journey from being typecast as a terrorist to celebrating their Iraqi-Egyptian roots through performance. Discover how a pivotal encounter at the Edinburgh Fringe changed everything.
Discover 12 of London's most glamorous New Year's Eve parties for 2026, from glittering rooftop terraces to exclusive speakeasies. Plan your ultimate celebration now.
Drag Race UK winner Ginger Johnson reveals her Celebrity MasterChef 2025 victory was 'more special' to her parents. She discusses family, new fans, and her upcoming Show Pony tour.
Discover the top free vantage points to watch London's spectacular New Year's Eve fireworks display. Find out which parks and hills offer the best views of the Thames celebration, including key travel info.
Discover why The Churchill Arms in West London is famed as the capital's most festive pub, with 55 trees and 300,000 lights attracting visitors from across the globe. See the story behind the dazzling display.
RuPaul's Drag Race UK star Ginger Johnson makes history as the first drag queen to win Celebrity MasterChef. The BBC finale also marked judge John Torode's last episode. Read the full story.
Lambwood Heights care home in Chigwell swapped Santa for roulette and drag queens at its festive 'Lamb-Vegas' party, delighting over 70 residents with casino games and a swing band.
Londoners can expect a damp, overcast Christmas Eve with temperatures peaking at 8°C. Get the full hour-by-hour forecast for the capital's festive weather.
New analysis reveals Labour's Autumn Budget could cost typical high-earning families nearly £280,000 in lost wealth over two decades. Discover the impact of frozen thresholds and pension changes.
Drag queen and environmentalist Pattie Gonia completes a 100-mile solo trek in full drag, raising over $1 million for charities making the outdoors more inclusive. Read her inspiring story.
Discover a hidden London Christmas market that offers a magical, European-style festive experience. Find unique gifts, mulled wine, and authentic charm away from the crowds.
Ditch the festive fatigue with our guide to the best live music in London this December. From Wolf Alice at The O2 to Sudan Archives at the Roundhouse, discover the gigs worth braving the cold for.
A family-friendly Christmas pantomime in Richmond starring drag queen Tania LeCoq has sparked fury among fringe Conservatives. Critics say they've forgotten a 200-year-old British tradition.
Discover the top Christmas carol services in London for 2025. From free concerts at St Paul's to candlelit events at the Royal Albert Hall, find your perfect festive outing.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a £26bn tax-raising budget targeting the wealthy with a mansion tax to fund child benefit reforms and energy bill cuts. Analysis of the economic impact.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves extends the income tax threshold freeze to 2030-31. Discover how fiscal drag will increase your tax bill and what it means for your finances.
Discover how the extended income tax threshold freeze announced in the Budget will impact your finances and why it's called a 'stealth tax'. Learn about fiscal drag now.
Sky's Ed Conway analyses the three core issues defining the 2025 Budget and the difficult choices Chancellor Rachel Reeves must make to fill a multi-billion pound fiscal hole.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves must address a £30bn fiscal shortfall with potential tax rises, risking business and consumer confidence. Discover the Budget's impact.