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This Magnificent Medieval Cathedral Near London Is Home To The Longest Nave In England – And It Boasts An Incredible Collection Of Historic Artwork And The Shrine Of Britain’s Very First Saint

A historic gem in the UK's treasure trove of incredibly impressive establishments comes in the form of St Albans Cathedral. The Grade I listed building is perched proudly in the heart of (you guessed it, folks) St Alban...

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These Are Some Of The Best Festive Films Set In London To Keep You Cosy This Christmas

is a magical time. Between the sparkling lights, bustling markets, and festive cheer, there's a certain cinematic charm that feels straight out of a —and that's because it probably is! From the most fabulous romantic c...

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14 Of The Oldest Pubs In London For A Cosy And Historic Pint This Winter

Aside from cups of tea and queueing, there are few things that the British have perfected more than the humble . And in a city as old as London, you can bet there are some pretty ancient alehouses kicking about. These p...

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You Can Explore 100-Year-Old Underground Tunnels Hidden Beneath The Streets Of London – Walk Along The Tracks At This Museum’s Mail Rail Tours

Calling all trainiacs, lovers of dark underground tunnels, and fans of both! The Postal Museum has unlocked the doors and is inviting you down into the 100-year-old tunnels beneath the in special Tunnel Walks tours. Th...

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We Explored The Cobblestone Roads of Ancient Rome And Witnessed Epic Gladiator Battles At London’s Immersive Pompeii Exhibition – Here’s Our Review

It’s been centuries since the fateful eruption of Mount Vesuvius, but with the ability to still see those figures frozen in their final moments, the tragedy feels hauntingly close. Now, has used interactive technology...

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Uncover The Stories Of Frozen-In-Time Pompeii At This Immersive Exhibition – Now Open In London For A Limited Time Only

A piece of history immortalised in ash, Pompeii offers a rare and fascinating glimpse into Ancient Roman life. Now, you can explore the meticulously preserved vestiges of the city without setting foot outside London, as...

Christmas Culture

This Beautiful Historic Palace Will Soon Undergo A Christmassy Transformation – With A Festive Fayre, A Magical Ice Rink, And Horse And Cart Rides Through The Grounds

I come bearing yet another event to add to your ever-lengthening list of Christmassy goings-on, folks. And this one comes in the form of a historic royal palace that'll soon be throwing open its (rather fancy) doors and...

Thousands Of Ceramic Poppies Have Filled The Tower Of London In A Breathtaking Commemorative Display – And There’s Only A Few Days Left To See Them

A poignant installation flooded the Tower of London with blood-red poppies earlier this year, in commemoration of the end of World War II. The ceramic poppies poured across the lawn in front of the White Tower in May an...

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The Natural History Museum’s Animatronic T. Rex Has Donned Its Annual Christmas Jumper – You Can See It’s Fearsomely Festive New Get-Up For FREE This Winter

One of London's most roarsome has been unveiled. Over in the Natural History Museum, one of the resident dinosaurs is sporting a new festive garment. Each year, dresses up its animatronic T. rex in a super-sized Chris...

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This ‘Once-In-A-Generation’ Roman Secret Has Been Discovered After Being Hidden For 2,000 Years – It’s Tucked Away In The North Of England Just A Few Hours Away From London

It is an exciting time for archaeology in the UK, with a massive find being uncovered of a hidden section of Hadrian's Wall near Carlisle. And sure, that's not exactly London - but it's just a few hours away. And we cou...