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Canada Day Celebrations 2024 Set to Light Up London’s Trafalgar Square
London gears up to celebrate Canada Day on Sunday, June 30th, 2024, marking the national day of Canada. With over 80,000 Canadians residing in the UK, a significant portion of them calling London home, the city eagerly anticipates the festivities. Last year, the annual Canada Day celebrations in London attracted 30,000 attendees, showcasing the strong […]
Londoners Treated to Rare Spectacle of Army Horses on the Loose
On the 24th of April, the Westminister Police via their official X handle said, “We are aware of a number of horses that are currently loose in central London and are working with colleagues, including the Army, to locate them.” They later confirmed in a statement that, “we’re pleased to confirm that all of the […]
Londoners Warned To Brace For a Colder Spring This May
As May approaches, Londoners may find themselves reaching for their winter coats a little while longer, as a cold front sweeps across the capital and much of the country. This week, temperatures have plummeted to a chilly 9°C, with the Met Office even predicting frost overnight. According to the Standard, While low cloud cover might […]
Data Reveals Why London Nightscene is Shutting Down
London’s night-time economy is facing dire straits, with closures and revenue losses plaguing businesses at an alarming rate, as reported by the Night Time Industries Association (NTIA). According to data from NTIA, between March 2020 and December 2023, a staggering 3,011 night economy businesses shut their doors in London and its surrounding boroughs. This decline […]
London Ranks 3rd as Brits Vote for Their Favourite UK City
According to a recent YouGov survey, Brits have voted for their favourite UK city, and the capital has lost out to York this year. York came top thanks to scoring a staggering 74% of the vote, beating London which dropped down to third place on the list. York, a city in northern England, saw a […]
Eurostar Trains From London Sell Three Times Faster Ahead of Paris Olympics 2024
As the countdown to the Paris Olympics 2024 reaches the 100-day mark, Eurostar, the international rail firm connecting the UK to continental Europe, anticipates its busiest-ever summer peak. Coinciding with the normal highest demand for travel, the Olympics are expected to draw many British families heading to France for the sporting extravaganza. Upon the release […]
London Gears Up for Historic Mayoral Election in May
London gears up for a hotly contested mayoral election slated for May 2, 2024, as it prepares to welcome millions of visitors from around the world. Tourists and locals alike are eagerly anticipating this historic event, which will coincide with elections to the London Assembly, local council by-elections, and regular local elections elsewhere in England […]
City of London Corporation Greenlights Redevelopment Plans for the Museum of London
On 17th April, the City of London Corporation Planning Applications-Sub Committee has made a decisive move by granting permission for the redevelopment of the 140 and 150 London Wall sites, widely recognized as Bastion House and the former Museum of London. In response to the projected rise in employment within the City, the approved scheme […]
London Set to Host Lord Mayor’s Hot Air Balloon Parade This Summer
Dozens of hot air balloons are set to take to the skies of London one Sunday morning this summer, as the Lord Mayor’s Hot Air Balloon Regatta returns as a charity fundraiser in support of the Lord Mayor’s Appeal. The annual event, run by Exclusive Ballooning, sees corporate partners pay to have balloons decorated in […]
Discover the Top Spot for Animal Sightings in London: A Guide for Wildlife Enthusiast
London’s green and blue spaces have been a well-kept secret, but they are finally gaining recognition as a haven for wildlife and a great way to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. With over 3,000 parks, 400 miles of waterways, and 8.4 million trees, it is no wonder that London is now being […]
St George’s Day 2024: Where To Celebrate in London
On 23 April, England and other regions worldwide celebrate St George’s Day, the patron saint of England, Catalonia, Ethiopia, and more. The Feast of St George, now known as the St George’s Day festival, will be held on Sunday 21 April. The festival will take place in Trafalgar Square, West London, and other locations in […]
Londoners Can Now Qualify for Lifetime Free Travel on Underground and Buses
London’s Transport for London (TfL) network is an essential part of the city’s infrastructure, with millions of people using it every day to get around the sprawling metropolis. However, the cost of travel can quickly add up, deterring some people from making certain journeys. Fortunately, there is one special pass that trumps them all – […]