All hail Awesomestow! Walthamstow is fast becoming an excellent, warm and friendly modern London community, with cat-friendly pubs, cheap and tasty tapas bars and inventive, accessible art galleries. This is a part of the world that’s worth seeing, and quick, before the secret gets out! Here is our list of things to do in Walthamstow that…
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21 things to do near London’s Covent Garden
What was once a thriving Central London market area full of the smells of flower sellers, chestnut-roasters and London’s equine transport system going about its business, is now one of the most popular destinations for shopping, theatre and spangled nights out. In amongst the towering theatres, carnival street performers and human statues, there is a world of original…
21 locations for your London Soho bucket list
Despite the best efforts of greedy property developers and noise abatement notices, Soho remains one of the most quintessentially stylish, creative, exciting areas in Central London . Located between Tottenham Court Road, Oxford Circus and Piccadilly Circus, it’s the sort of geographical triangle we love to get lost in. You can uncover hidden book shops, tiny museums,…
Things to Do Near Kings Cross: Hidden Gems in North London
If there was a prize for the most dramatically regenerated area of London, then Kings Cross would win hands down. Back in the 1990s it was a smoggy, clogged artery of the UK’s train network, famously miserable and full of the seedier side of life. Twenty years and millions of pounds later and the dual stations of…
The best Bonfire Night events and fireworks in London
Remember, remember the fifth of November, gunpowder, treason and plot. I see no reason, why gunpowder treason. Should ever be forgot… It’s that time of year again, when we launch beautiful rockets of exploding light into the air, in commemoration of the fateful night back in 1605 when Guy Fawkes was arrested for his role in the…
10 British foods that are actually delicious…
Okay okay, those of us who have grown up on these beautiful little Isles have heard all the myths and all the stereotypes before: “British food is terrible,” “the food there is far too bland,” and my personal favourite: “do you just eat tea and crumpets like ALL the time?!” Travellers of the world, listen…
13 best free apps for surviving London
London can be a little overwhelming, even to the locals! Our staff come from all over the globe, so we’ve compiled a list of best London apps that helped them survive when they first got here! Whether you’re just in town for the weekend or you’re planning a longer stay, these free London apps will…
Best Tea Shops in London for a Cheap Afternoon Tea
Everyone knows that Brits love a cup of tea (or a “cuppa” as it’s called in the UK), but when you land in London Town, where can you go to experience the very best tea in the capital? We’ve gathered together some of the best tea shops in London so you know exactly where to go…
10 things you need to know before going to Brighton Pride
Europe is knee deep in Gay Pride season – hip hip hooray! And one of the best LGBT Pride celebrations that can be found anywhere in the world is in Brighton, the UK’s unofficial gay capital. Book your tickets for the party on Saturday August 1stand have an awesome time – but before you arrive, make sure you…
The Best Clubs In London for Electronic Music Addicts
Since the dawn of time, well since the dawn of rave culture at least, London has been one of the best cities in the world for electronic music. In the last three decades, it’s been the starting point for essential genres like dubstep, drum & bass and grime. It remains bustling today, with countless parties…
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