Kim Bansi, Author at Secret London

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Inside the London cookery school where refugees are the head chefs — and your dinner comes with a story you’ll never forget

Migrateful UK offers a one-of-a-kind culinary experience that is as educational as it isjoyful. The organisation trains and supports migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers by empowering them to lead their own cookery cl...

This 18th-century “palace of palaces” is just at the end of the Piccadilly line, known for its neoclassical grandeur and vast parkland

Originally a Tudor house, Osterley House and Gardens was renovated by architect Robert Adam in the 18th century, which turned it into the beautiful Georgian country estate it is today. Situated betwee...

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One of the UK’s last sleeper trains departs London at midnight for this award-winning beach town — with an art-deco lido and scenic sea views

We all love London, but these months before Spring starts to make an appearance and after the festive cheer has well and truly left the city are probably the hardest to get through. It hasn't helped that the this winte...

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This iconic London cinema from 1910 lets you watch movies from a luxury double bed — and it’s just steps from Portobello Road Market

From the moment you step inside the Electric Cinema, you realise this is no ordinary theatre. The atmosphere transports you back to the golden age of cinema, with beautiful chandeliers, elegant curtains, and intimate t...

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These are the best places to travel to in 2026 according to the Secret London team

With the recent news that it has , it’s not surprising that many of us are planning our next getaway to restore our happiness vitamin D levels. But with so many destinations to choose from, it’s hard to know where to st...

New recycling rules will come into effect next month in England — here’s everything you need to know

Last year, the government announced that it would be implementing changes to the way we recycle as part of its Simpler Recycling Scheme. The changes are due to come into effect from (31 March) in the hopes that it'll h...

London Weekend Travel Disruptions — All Tube And Train Closures (6–8 Feb)

Good news, the days are finally getting longer. In fact, tomorrow is the last 5pm until October, so it's only lighter evenings to look forward to from a while now. So if you're looking to make the most of this by , here...

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This Iconic London Fast-Food Chain Has Opened The World’s First ‘Strut Stop’ — A Safe Space To Wait For Your Ride Home

We've all been there. Theis coming to an end, and you and your friends are all heading in separate directions. Your taxi isn't arriving for another ten minutes, and suddenly you feel a little uneasy. Turns out this pro...

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A New ‘Sticky Toffee Pudding Pizza’ Is The Most Viral Dessert In London Right Now — And You Can Find It In A Legendary 80-Year-Old Deli

Whether you’ve been bracing the wind in or ducking into a local pub to escape a drizzle, the city has a way of leading you toward the nearest sugar fix. Usually, that’s a pint or a cuppa, but right now, everyone is hea...

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The Most Magical Theatre Experience In London Happens At The Globe While The Rest Of The City Is Asleep — And It Only Returns For Three Special Evenings

With Hamnet fever taking over awards season and a star-studded production of Romeo & Juliet, starring Stranger Things alum Sadie Sink, Shakespeare fever is well and truly alive in London. And just this week, one of...