Historic Worlds End pub Tilbury hit by fourth fire since Sunday
A Grade II-listed pub in Tilbury, the Worlds End, has been devastated by its fourth fire since Sunday, destroying the roof and prompting a major emergency response.
Category : Culture
Roast Opens Second Site in Shoreditch at Virgin Hotels
Borough Market's iconic Roast restaurant opens a second site in Shoreditch this October, featuring a 135-seat venue with all-day dining and its famed Sunday roasts.
Joanna Lumley Unveils Edith Durham Plaque in Hampstead
Dame Joanna Lumley will unveil a privately funded blue plaque honouring Edwardian explorer Edith Durham at her childhood Hampstead home in mid-October.
Dartford Museum to close for major redevelopment
Dartford Museum will close on October 1, 2026, for a major refurbishment, with plans to display unseen artefacts and reopen in autumn 2027.
Tortilla launches Hot Damn Chicken with ghost chilli glaze
Tortilla's new Hot Damn Chicken features ghost chilli glaze from Thiccc Sauce, available in burritos and bowls, plus returning Ghost Chilli Ranch.
Lacey Turner reveals two miscarriages before Strictly stint
EastEnders star Lacey Turner has revealed she suffered two miscarriages before having children, including one on the set of the BBC soap, as she prepares for Strictly Come Dancing.
Slow Horses season 6: South London filming locations
Slow Horses returns for season 6 on Apple TV+. Discover south London filming locations from Greenwich to Lewisham, including the Old Royal Naval College and more.
Gracie's Cafe in Hampstead Wins Over Locals with Brunch and Coffee
Gracie's, Hampstead's new cafe, receives positive feedback for its salads, cakes, and coffee, owner Jeffrey Young says, four months after opening.
Historic Greenwich Pub The Guildford Arms to Close
The Guildford Arms, a historic Greenwich pub dating to 1851, will close permanently on Sunday, September 27, at 5pm, ending 175 years of service.
Matisse immersive show opens at Lightroom London in 2027
Matisse: Joy, a 360-degree immersive exhibition, opens at Lightroom King's Cross on January 27, 2027. Tickets from £25.
Eltham's Frankie Taber enters Big Brother 2026
Frankie Taber, 23, from Eltham, entered Big Brother 2026 on September 13 and came out as bisexual in the Diary Room, citing years of pain.
Apple opens 600-capacity music venue in Battersea Power Station
Apple Music Hall, a 600-capacity live music venue with a 38ft stage and 48-speaker spatial audio, has opened inside Battersea Power Station, with global livestreams planned.
Crossness: Bexley's Hidden Victorian 'Cathedral of Sewage'
Crossness Pumping Station in Bexley, a Grade I-listed Victorian marvel, hides ornate cast-iron interiors behind industrial walls, earning its nickname as the 'cathedral of sewage'.
British Museum bans photography of Bayeux Tapestry
The British Museum has banned visitors from photographing the Bayeux Tapestry, just days after it went on display, to ease crowding. The ban follows record ticket sales and comes as the exhibition remains sold out until October 21.
Leigh-Anne Pinnock Joins Celebrity Traitors Cast
Little Mix's Leigh-Anne Pinnock is among 21 celebrities competing in Celebrity Traitors series 2, airing from October 1 on BBC One and iPlayer.
The Ritz Restaurant Review: Timeless Luxury on Piccadilly
The Ritz Restaurant in London earns 4/5 stars for its opulent dining room, Michelin-starred cuisine, and timeless elegance. A true icon since 1906.
Chris Martin surprises London busker with impromptu performance
Coldplay's Chris Martin joined a London street busker for a surprise performance of 'Viva La Vida', leaving onlookers shocked as the video went viral.
McQueen's London Homecoming: Dark, Ethereal, and Strategic
Alexander McQueen returned to London Fashion Week with a dark, ethereal show in a 17th-century chapel, marking a strategic homecoming under new CEO Gianfranco d'Attis amid brand restructuring.
Classical Music as an Antidote to Optimisation Fatigue
Amid relentless optimisation culture, critic Joseph Earp finds profound uplift in classical music, from Sibelius to Schnittke, rediscovering timeless human transcendence.
Normandy veteran Ken Hay dies aged 101
Ken Hay, a Normandy veteran and British Normandy Memorial ambassador, has died aged 101. He survived capture, a prisoner of war camp, and a brutal march, later educating schoolchildren about war.
Politics in Art: Why Celebrity Activism Is Unavoidable
Celebrity political activism is not new, but it intensifies when leaders fail, writes Nesrine Malik, citing Ed Sheeran's tour fallout over Macklemore's removal.
Daily horoscope September 21, 2026: Predictions for every star sign
A positive Jupiter-Mercury tie brings lively, fruitful connections today. Gemini, Cancer and Virgo feel strongly about something. Get your full star sign forecast for Monday September 21, 2026.
William and Harry 'won't be surprised' by Diana memoir claims
Earl Spencer says Princes William and Harry will not be surprised by revelations in his memoir, including claims that King Charles went 'ballistic' and said 'we'll forget her soon enough' after Diana's death.
Neon Demon photo and Langham obituary corrections
The Guardian corrects a misidentified photo from The Neon Demon and an error in Chris Langham's obituary about St Paul's school location.
New Found Glory guitarist Chad Gilbert dies aged 45
Chad Gilbert, guitarist and co-founder of New Found Glory, has died aged 45 from stage 4 adrenocortical carcinoma, his wife and bandmates confirmed.
Kane and Mulberry Swaggering Comeback at London Fashion Week
Christopher Kane and Mulberry staged a joint comeback at London Fashion Week, with spicy leather mini dresses and axe-heeled shoes, signaling renewed style ambition.
A Day in the Life of Cellista, the Aerial Cellist
Cellista, an aerialist performing upside down with her cello, shares her daily routine: waking at 7:10am, fasting, writing, and training for her stage work Mémoire.
Double Cleansing: Readers Question Benefits and Environmental Cost
Readers respond to a Guardian article on double cleansing, sharing personal routines and questioning its benefits, highlighting environmental concerns and industry profits.
Victoria Starmer models at London fashion week show
Victoria Starmer, wife of former PM Keir Starmer, modeled at Edeline Lee's London fashion week show, inspired by Sisyphus, at a north London school.
GMB's Richard Arnold announces engagement to partner Stuart after 23 years
Good Morning Britain entertainment editor Richard Arnold, 56, announced his engagement to partner Stuart, 23 years his partner, sharing photos on Instagram with their dog Clementine.
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