Richmond is set to dazzle this holiday season with a spectacular lineup of free Christmas events hosted by Be Richmond, the Business Improvement District (BID). Residents and visitors of all ages can look forward to a magical combination of festive favourites, including the much-anticipated Christmas Light Switch-On, an enchanting Nutcracker Trail, and a 12 Days of Christmas Giveaway brimming with…
This holiday season, Let’s All Dance Ballet Company returns to the stage with their enchanting production of The Nutcracker, a performance tailored to captivate children and adults alike. Known for their family-friendly adaptations of classic ballets, Let’s All Dance brings Tchaikovsky’s festive masterpiece to life in a way that’s accessible, vibrant, and endlessly entertaining for…
Stepping into Christmas at Kew feels like stepping into an enchanted winter wonderland. This year’s annual light trail is an absolute feast for the senses, combining nature, artistry, and nostalgia to create an unforgettable festive experience. Whether you’re bringing young children, teenagers, or enjoying a night out with friends, this spectacular event has something for everyone.
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Electric Star Pubs has transformed The Star of Bethnal Green into a must-visit Karaoke Heaven, featuring four new themed karaoke rooms, making a total of five rooms catering to groups of all sizes. With space for up to 16 people, it’s an ideal spot for family gatherings, birthdays, or a lively night out with teens. The prices range from £49 to £139 per hour.
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If you’re a fan of the 1993 classic film Mrs Doubtfire, then get ready to fall in love all over again! When my friend Laura and I booked our tickets to see Mrs Doubtfire at the Shaftesbury Theatre, we hoped for a fun night out, a bit of nostalgia, and maybe a few laughs. What we got was so much more. And yes, we even went all out with a Mrs Doubtfire-themed dinner beforehand at Colonel Saab in…
Spending Christmas in London is like biting into a slice of holiday cake – or, let’s say, a giant fruit-laden panettone. It’s bright, packed with ingredients, and has a few curious flavours that, somehow, just work. Here’s why London is one-of-a-kind at Christmas and deserves to be experienced in all its festive glory.
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This year, Be Richmond has joined forces with The Poppy Factory to honour over a century of dedicated service to the veteran community with their ‘Be Remembered’ campaign, an initiative designed to celebrate the inspiring legacy of The Poppy Factory and the countless lives it has touched since its founding in 1922. A series of striking poppy installations have sprung up across Richmond town…
Dining at Colonel Saab in Holborn is like stepping into a luxurious Indian haven where elegance meets culinary artistry. A place with an opulent atmosphere that feels both intimate and celebratory, Colonel Saab offers a vibrant immersion into Indian flavours and heritage. From chandeliers that cast a warm glow to vintage Indian decor and soft jazz that fills the air, every detail in the setting…
If you’re passionate about Italian art, Drawing the Italian Renaissance at The King’s Gallery in Buckingham Palace is a dream come true. Showcasing around 160 works by over 80 artists, including celebrated masters like Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, Titian, as well as talents from my hometown of Bologna like the Carracci brothers and Pellegrino Tibaldi, this exhibition offers…
Fulham Palace Park is set to transform into a winter wonderland this holiday season with the Illuminated Garden Trail, running from Thursday, 28th November to Sunday, 22nd December 2024. Visitors will have the chance to explore 13 acres of historic botanical gardens, including rare trees and a walled garden, all decorated with thousands of festive lights.
A little girl rests on top at christmas…
