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.
London is set for a dry and bright festive period with no rain until January 2, according to BBC forecasters. Perfect weather for winter walks and a welcome dose of vitamin D.
The BBC's long-range forecast predicts wet weather for London on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, potentially disrupting celebrations. Check the full festive outlook.
The Chancery Rosewood in Mayfair has been crowned the world's best new luxury hotel for 2025. Discover the opulent suites, spa and dining at this historic London landmark.
Officials urge revellers to avoid Tower Bridge and other central London bridges for the New Year's Eve fireworks due to poor visibility and safety concerns. Find the best viewing alternatives here.
Enfield Council reveals plans for a new safe cycling and walking link between Palmers Green and New Southgate, featuring segregated lanes and traffic-calming measures. Read the full details.
The Met Office predicts a sunny start to 2026 in London on January 1st, with bright spells giving way to afternoon clouds and evening drizzle. Get the full forecast.
London's New Year's Eve fireworks face a drizzly forecast. Discover if the iconic display will be cancelled and see the full weather outlook for the capital's celebrations.
The famed Florentine sandwich shop All’Antico Vinaio has launched its first UK location on Old Compton Street, Soho. Discover if its legendary schiacciata bread and generous fillings live up to the hype.
The Met Office predicts a damp New Year's Eve in London, with light rain from 7pm continuing into New Year's Day. Plan your celebrations accordingly.
City AM unveils NewOpenings.London, a user-friendly web app to discover the capital's newest restaurants. Sort by location, price, and cuisine. Explore London's dynamic dining scene today!
Your ultimate guide to London's New Year's Eve 2025. Discover Back to the 90s parties, exclusive restaurant reviews from Brigadiers to The Elizabeth, and unmissable deals. Make your night count.
Discover the five standout London restaurant openings of 2025, from Filipino bistro brilliance in Kentish Town to a sleek South Kensington brasserie. Find your next culinary destination.
Skip the crowds on the Thames. Discover seven fantastic alternative New Year's Eve events in London, from supper clubs to silent discos, for a memorable 2026.
The Met Office and BBC Weather forecasts for London's Christmas and New Year 2025 predict a damp, mild period with no chance of a white Christmas. Plan your festive travel accordingly.
The closure of Winstone Pulp's mills in Ruapehu, New Zealand, has led to over 230 job losses, forcing families to move and raising fears of a 'hollowing out' of rural regions. Read the full story.
Ronan Keating headlines a 90s-fuelled BBC New Year's Eve special, reuniting with Boyzone bandmates. Featuring Louise Redknapp, Calum Scott & Shona McGarty. Tune in on BBC One.
London's Hyde Park Winter Wonderland closes for the season on January 1, 2026. Plan your final visit for ice skating, rides, and Bavarian treats before it's gone.
Discover London's best New Year's Eve 2025 celebrations. From a silent disco at The Anthologist to a masquerade in The Gherkin, find your perfect party to ring in the new year.
Plan your festive travel in London with our complete guide to tube and train closures from December 24 to January 2, 2025-2026. Essential reading for navigating the capital.
A new Netflix documentary chronicles The New Yorker's 100-year history, exploring its iconic covers, legendary writers, and cultural impact. Discover the story behind the magazine.
Discover why Hackney's De Beauvoir Town has been named a top place to live. Residents reveal the secrets of its peaceful canalside charm and vibrant community spirit.
Plan your 2026 celebration with our guide to the London New Year's Day Parade. Discover the start time, route from Green Park to Westminster, and ticket info for the free January 1st event.
A festive father-to-be in south-west London is defying a 'Grinch' neighbour's poison pen letter demanding he remove his 20ft inflatable Santa and snowman. Discover the full story of the Christmas decoration dispute.
Your essential guide to December's streaming highlights, including Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, Fallout season 2, and classic film anniversaries. Plan your viewing now.
New York-inspired pizzeria Alley Cats is opening a new two-floor restaurant on Portobello Road in February 2026, featuring a slice hatch and outdoor terrace. Discover the latest addition to London's pizza scene.
IKEA's long-awaited first New Zealand store is now open in Auckland. The massive 34,000 sq m outlet promises affordable furniture and Swedish meatballs. Discover what it means for Kiwi shoppers.
Transport for London announces key service alterations for the 2025 festive period, including Christmas Eve early finishes, no Tube on Christmas Day, and overnight New Year's Eve services. Plan your journey now.
Richmond Council launches legal action against the Met Police and Mayor over the 'unlawful' closure of Twickenham's front desk, leaving the borough without any public police counter. Read the full story.
Camden Council reveals designs for a £55m 'liveable neighbourhood' in Holborn, featuring new cycle lanes, traffic restrictions, and green spaces. Public feedback is now open.