Vaishnavi Pandey, Author at Secret London

Born and raised in India, Vaishnavi Pandey is a South London-based writer and documentary photographer. Before working as a Staff Writer at Secret Media Network, she worked as a Social Media Producer at Earthrise Studio, a writer and photographer for publications such as Mixmag, Noctis Magazine and Unsettled Magazine. When she's not writing or taking photographs, you'll find her looking for new music, catchings gigs or cooking for her loved ones.

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Three major train lines face closures and significant disruption this weekend due to major engineering works and the 2026 Hackney Half Marathon – everything you need to know

London commuters face significant travel disruption this weekend as major engineering works and the Hackney Half Marathon hit key tube and train lines. The Central line and DLR will be most severely a...

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King’s Speech 2026: the full list of 37 new bills revealed including a ban on new leasehold flats, ticket touts and introducing tourist tax

King Charles III has set out an ambitious legislative agenda for the year ahead, unveiling 37 bills in his third King’s Speech. Delivered at the State Opening of Parliament on Wednesday, the speech out...

Escapes Top news

Greece scraps Entry/Exit System (EES) border rule for British travellers to ease summer airport queues – here’s everything you need to know before travelling

Greece has just made summer travel significantly smoother for British holidaymakers, quietly stepping back from one of Europe’s most controversial new border measures. Greece has scrapped the new Entry...

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Eurostar is launching the UK’s first direct rail link to one of Europe’s most scenic countries – you’ll soon be able to take a train from London to the heart of the Swiss Alps

Eurostar has confirmed plans for direct trains linking the UK with Switzerland for the first time, promising a new, scenic way to travel between London and some of Europe’s most beautiful landscapes. ...

Things to do

The Most Romantic Things To Do This Valentine’s Day In London

London, love, and a dash of chaos - the holy trinity of every Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re pairing up, flying solo, or just in it for the good food and live music, the city has something for everyone...

This iconic London spot has just been named the best garden in the UK to visit this spring – and it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site spanning over 320 acres and dates back to the 18th century

A new national ranking has revealed the UK’s best gardens to visit this spring with one iconic London spot taking the top position and England dominating the list overall. The research, carried out by...

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The full list of 2026 local election results for London – here’s how each borough voted (updated)

Millions of Londoners have voted in the 2026 local elections, with all 32 boroughs contesting council seats and five boroughs also choosing mayors. The first results point to a mixed night across the...

Culture Top news

Waterworks Festival relocates from Gunnersbury Park to the docklands for a one-off 36-hour event at The Cause

London’s Waterworks Festival will no longer take place at Gunnersbury Park for its 2026 edition, with organisers relocating the event to The Cause for a one-off 36-hour event called Waterworks Extended. ...

Culture

A stunning new exhibition dedicated to streetwear icon Nigo is now open at the Design Museum where you can explore over 700 personal items from the visionary founder

Long before graphic hoodies and limited-edition sneakers became fixtures on luxury runways, one designer was busy rewriting the rules of the apparel industry. Titled Nigo: From Japan with Love, the ex...

Wellness & nature

If you’re looking for the ultimate London ‘staycation’ spot, this Westbourne Park opening is it – Mason & Fifth’s latest opening features fully serviced studios, a wellness spa and canal-side dining

If London has been waiting for a hospitality concept that truly understands how people want to live now, not just stay, Mason & Fifth’s latest opening in Westbourne Park might be it. Set within the...