Katie Forge, Author at Secret London

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The world’s first direct flight between London and Sydney is finally happening – and Qantas will launch this record-breaking flight connecting the two major cities next year

If you're a long-haul loving Londoner, I come bearing some news that'll be right up your street runway. The first ever direct flight between London and Sydney is officially almost ready for take off - and...

The luxury London penthouse that Ariana Grande lived in whilst filming Wicked is up for sale – and it boasts a wraparound terrace with incredible views across the city

I come bearing yet another ravishing piece of real estate that's recently hit London's property market. And this particularly luxurious listing comes in the form of a picture-perfect penthouse in which Ari...

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This breathtakingly beautiful beach is one of the UK’s best-kept secrets – it’s home to a jaw-droppingly unique mermaid tail rock formation and is less than 90 minutes from London

The season for slapping on sun cream, splashing about in the sea, and melting in the heat like an ice lolly is very nearly upon us, folks. And we've uncovered a hidden haven near London where you be can pa...

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London’s largest independent theatre is being renamed after Dame Judi Dench to honour her long-standing links with the West End

We've got a rather impressive theatrical offering here in London, haven't we? From the stages themselves to the iconic actors that have performed upon them; the capital city boasts one of the most diverse...

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This scenic seaside spot has just been named the best-value beach for a day trip from London – and it boasts picture-perfect beach huts, delicious seafood, and gorgeous coastal views

Oh, I do like to be beside the seaside - especially when it hasn't cost me an arm and a leg to get there. And so it's pretty darn convenient for me, my bank balance, and my annual leave allowance that the...

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The largest free musical theatre festival in Europe returns to London this weekend – featuring over 50 performances showcasing the very best of the West End

West End LIVE returns to London this weekend, offering musical theatre fans the chance to enjoy excerpts from over 50 shows without paying a penny. Get your vocal chords warmed up and your jazz hands at...

‘The Traitors’ is officially being transformed into a stage show that will open in London’s West End next year – with a world-first format featuring 5 different plays and audience participation

Whilst we patiently wait for season two of the Celebrity Traitors to grace our screens this autumn, I come bearing something else that'll hopefully help fill that gaping cloak-shaped hole in your life. The...

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One of the world’s largest bouncy castles is coming to the UK this summer – and the 2,500 square-metre inflatable paradise will be just an hour from London

The school holidays are hurtling towards us at a rather alarming rate, which means that it's time to start jam-packing those diaries with all manner of summery shenanigans. But if you're a panicked parent...

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This overnight ferry service directly links the UK with the ‘Gateway to the World’ – and it’s about to get a fancy new sleeper lounge

Travel-loving Londoners, listen up - because I come bearing some ferry interesting news. And today's transport-related titbit comes in the form of a fancy new 'sleep lounge' that's soon to open on board o...

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This fancy Fitzrovia boozer has just been named the best pub in London – and the Grade II listed locale boasts a fascinating backstory

Aside from apologising for things that aren't our fault and suggesting 'a nice cup of tea' as the remedy to - quite literally - any issue; there are very few arts that we Brits have mastered quite as fine...