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These are the best concerts taking place in London in October and throughout the rest of 2026 – here are details on artists, gigs, dates, and tickets that you need to know

It's October in London, which means a few things. Bigger jackets emerge from wardrobes and start being spotted in queues to watch music indoors. Now, I can't help you pick out the fashion, but I can point...

Things to do Visit London

50 free things to do in London with kids

London can be daunting, especially when trying to find the right thing to do for you and your kids. While it is a city that thrives at night, there is plenty of incredible things to do during the day wit...

Music Things to do

Don’t miss out this month: The UK’s biggest kids’ rave tour hits cities near London with bigger festivals and iconic club nights at the likes of Ministry of Sound

Born to rave, forced to throw children’s birthday parties? Not anymore, because the Raver Tots tour is a rave experience designed for the whole family. That’s right, mums, dads and the kids - all are welc...

Things to do Wellness & nature

This breathtaking 25-acre lavender field near London is set to close its doors earlier than expected this year – here’s how long you have left to visit this picture perfect purple paradise

The season for frolicking in fields of flowers is officially upon us - but it won't be sticking around for much longer, folks. This jaw-droppingly gorgeous field of lavender just outside of London is open...

These 2 major London train stations will be closed for the next 3 weeks – here’s how you can get around the city during the disruptions

If any of your summery shenanigans involve hopping on a train between the capital city and the south-east of England, you're going to want to hear this. Two major London railway stations have just closed t...

Secret Guides Wellness & nature

These are the best lidos and outdoor swimming pools in London – including heated pools, wild swimming ponds and Art Deco favourites

Al fresco swimming first became a trend back in the 1930s, and councils up and down the country set up hundreds of outdoor pools for their residents to enjoy – nowhere with greater enthusiasm than...

7 ways to soak up summer at Regent Street and St James’s that you’ll absolutely love

With multiple heatwaves already under our belt, daylight stretching past 9pm and the city in full swing, it's safe to say summer has officially arrived in London. So if you're looking to make the most of...

The UK will officially break its all-time June temperature record since 1976 this week due to a 39°C heatwave – here are the exact dates

The UK's all-time temperature record for June, dating back to 1976, is expected to be broken this week, according to the Met Office. The record-breaking news comes as the Met Office has issued a Red Extre...

Food & drink

This interactive map of London reveals which beer gardens are directly in the sun in real time – so you can soak up every last ray of sunshine

I'm sure you're all well aware that the weather in London is outrageously sporadic and wildly unreliable. One moment the sun has firmly got its hat on, and the next moment it's absolutely nowhere to be se...

Culture Things to do Top news

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...