Secret London • Your Complete Guide To Things To Do In London

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  The smallest town in England has a population of under 400 residents and is less than two hours away from London – and it’s home to a Michelin-starred pub and Tudor era architecture

  Tucked beside the River Stour in Kent, this area is officially the smallest town in England, with a population of around 300 to 400 residents and a long history that…
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  UK passport holders can now visit this South Asian island for free as the country officially scraps its visa fee – but there is still one strict rule you must follow before flying

  Brits heading to South Asia have just got a travel boost, after the country officially scrapped its Electronic Travel Authorisation fee for UK passport holders. Sri Lanka has scrapped…
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  This stunning rail journey in the UK has just been named one of Europe’s best coastal train rides — tickets start at £32 with sea views, mountains and lochs included

  A scenic British rail line has been named one of the best coastal train journeys in Europe, and it’s not hard to see why. This train service cuts through…
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  These Grade I-listed terraced gardens just 2 hours from London look like something from a Renaissance painting — and they’re hosting an open-air music festival this June

  Nestled deep in the Wiltshire countryside lies Iford Manor Gardens, a hillside retreat that feels like stepping into a Renaissance painting. These lush 2½-acre terraced gardens were awarded Grade I listed…

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  A major Marilyn Monroe exhibition to mark her 100th birthday is now open — and it will feature iconic portraits, personal belongings and works by Warhol

  Whether you know her for her pink gown in Diamonds are a Girls Best Friend, her “Happy Birthday, Mr President” serenade to JFK, or who can forget the scene with…
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  Check out the most famous British street artist at the Banksy Limitless Reframed exhibition – join 150k+ visitors who have experienced the hype

  London has definitely been surprised by a fair number of the unmistakable street artworks by Banksy over the years. From animals on London streets to signature figures on the walls…
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  The best water parks near London for a sunny day out — with giant slides, wave pools and floating obstacle courses

  There’s a whole host of indoor and outdoor water parks in London and the surrounding areas to really make a splash in. So, grab those swimmers and get ready to…
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  These gorgeous seaside towns less than two hours from London have sandy beaches, oysters, vintage shops – and one has the longest pleasure pier in the world

  We’re firm believers that everything you need can be found in London, but we’ll begrudgingly concede that picturesque seaside towns are the exception. Luckily, with the coasts of Kent, Essex,…

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