West Horsley Place Hosts 1939 Christmas Fair and Events
West Horsley Place, 35 minutes from South London, will host a 1939-themed Christmas fair, history festival, and Santa events from November 20 to December.
Category : Culture
Oxford: Historic Autumn Getaway 50 Minutes from London
Oxford, 50 minutes from London, offers autumn charm and commuter appeal. Homes average £542,443, £122,521 less than London's average. Explore its history, museums, and nature.
Dickens Family Hid from Creditors in Highgate in 1832
In summer 1832, the Dickens family hid from creditors at 92 North Road, Highgate, to avoid debtor's prison, a pivotal moment in Charles Dickens' life.
South London Fireworks 2026: Full List and Dates
Discover all confirmed south London fireworks displays for 2026, including Blackheath, Danson Park, and Morden Park, with dates, times, and ticket details.
Hampstead Ghost Walks Return for Halloween Evenings
Heritage Guides revives Hampstead ghost walks from Oct 9-31, exploring vampire lore, highwaymen, and the Black Death in atmospheric night tours.
Haringey's Rebel Borough 2027: Local People Must Drive Success
Haringey's London Borough of Culture 2027, themed 'Rebel Borough,' will succeed only if grassroots residents lead, not just official programmes, says Chris Arnold.
Chelsea Town Hall Tops London's Best Wedding Venue Ranking
Chelsea Old Town Hall is London's most sought-after wedding venue, with 1,660 monthly Google searches, beating Marylebone and Hackney, according to Barratt London research.
Surbiton Fox pub to reopen in November after £332k revamp
The Surbiton Fox, formerly The Fox and Hounds, will reopen in November under new operators after a £332,000 refurbishment, with an extended licence for outdoor events.
Sutton and Croydon restaurants shortlisted for ARTA 2026
Kanteen, Madol Doova, Panahar, and Rishi's in Hackbridge are among 10 Surrey finalists for the Asian Restaurant and Takeaway Awards 2026.
Arnold Schwarzenegger Spotted in London on New Bond Street
Arnold Schwarzenegger, 79, was seen leaving a boutique on New Bond Street with bodyguards, stunning fans. A woman named Riri shared the sighting on Instagram.
N-Dubz announce 2027 Legacy Tour with 8 UK arena dates
N-Dubz will tour the UK in 2027 with eight arena shows, starting in Glasgow on 25 February and ending in Birmingham on 10 March. Pre-sale begins 7 October.
It's Bagels Opens Fourth Branch in Hampstead with Bash
It's Bagels opened its fourth branch at 60 Hampstead High Street on September 28, hosting a 'back to school bash' with free food, drinks, and supplies for the community.
Dogs get early peek at LEGO Wallace & Gromit set
Dogs and owners gathered at LEGO Store Battersea Power Station for an early viewing of the new Wallace & Gromit set, featuring a life-size brick-built motorbike and sidecar.
Mum 'scared' after school worker berates her for owning 'murder' dog
Teresa Clive claims she had a 'scary' encounter with a school worker in Greenwich Park on 29 August, after he allegedly raised concerns about her 'super friendly' pocket bully, Storm.
Migration Museum loses a third of space in student housing deal
London's Migration Museum will occupy a third less space than originally agreed in a 21-storey block, after City of London Corporation approved amendments to allow more student rooms.
Joanne McNally: Comedian joins Celebrity Traitors series 2
Irish comedian Joanne McNally is confirmed for Celebrity Traitors series 2. The BBC show has no start date yet, but a trailer has been released.
Joe Lycett: Comedian Set for Celebrity Traitors Series 2
Joe Lycett, British comedian and TV presenter, will compete in Celebrity Traitors series 2, starting Thursday, October 1, on BBC One.
Blackheath plague pit myth challenged by archive records
Historians refute the legend that Blackheath's 275 acres conceal mass graves from the Black Death, citing records that the name predates the plague and no evidence of burials has been found.
MasterChef finalist cooks feast for Highgate club fundraiser
A MasterChef finalist cooked a four-course Grand Slam-themed dinner for 50 members of Highgate Cricket & Lawn Tennis Club, raising £1,000 to refurbish the clubhouse.
Dame Esther Rantzen Dies at 86; Family Pays Tribute
Broadcaster and campaigner Dame Esther Rantzen has died at 86. Her family called her a 'most wonderful mother' and 'cherished grandmother'.
Amandaland Christmas Special 2026 Confirmed
BBC confirms Amandaland second Christmas special for December 2026. Lucy Punch returns as Amanda in an hour-long episode, following 7.4 million viewers for last year's special.
Apprentice duo reunite for Signorelli Broadgate pastry sale
Apprentice stars Lawrence Rosenberg and Kieran McCartney Jones reunite for a one-day public selling session at Signorelli Broadgate on 6 October, selling pastries in flat caps and a croissant costume.
Slipknot fans threaten Wembley boycott over Manson support
Slipknot fans are vowing to boycott the band's Wembley Stadium show on July 3, 2027, due to Marilyn Manson's inclusion as support and ticket prices up to £210.
Heaven nightclub given protected status by Westminster Council
Heaven nightclub in London has been listed as an Asset of Community Value for the second time, protecting it from redevelopment until 2031 and supporting plans for a charity-run venue.
Oasis 2027 resale tickets: How to get them after sell-out
Oasis fans who missed the 2027 tour sell-out can still get tickets via official resale on Ticketmaster and Twickets, plus production releases.
Teddy Swims Surprises London with Busking Duet with Victor Ray
Teddy Swims surprised Londoners by joining busker Victor Ray in Piccadilly Circus for a duet of Gnarls Barkley's Crazy, delighting fans.
Only Fools and Horses Reliant Regal up for auction at £40,000
A Reliant Regal Supervan III from the first two series of Only Fools and Horses, used in all 13 episodes, could sell for up to £40,000 at auction.
Greenwich Pub Crawl: Top Six Historic Boozers to Visit
A local shares six top Greenwich pubs for a crawl, from the 1691 Plume of Feathers to riverside taverns and a haunted Gipsy Moth.
Canetti's Diaries to Be Published in English for First Time
Nobel laureate Elias Canetti's private diaries, revealing sharp observations on British life, will be published in English for the first time in a new collection titled A Fear of Touching.
Coupon King's Nando's Hack Saves £3.25 on Burger
Jordon Cox reveals a Nando's hack to get a chicken burger for £5.50 instead of £8.75, saving £3.25, but critics note missing ingredients.
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