Church Lane has been closed in both directions following a serious crash in the early hours of this morning. Follow our live updates for the latest information.

Lineside fire causes major disruption to trains at London Paddington. Passengers urged to check journeys as Network Rail warns delays into Sunday.

The Archers: Live at 75 show at the New Wimbledon Theatre is a perfect love letter for long-term fans and newcomers alike.

Discover the Chorleywood Circular, a scenic 9km walk through the Chiltern Hills, just 16 minutes by train from London Marylebone.

Before becoming Queen's legendary frontman, Freddie Mercury lived in Feltham, where he studied art, wrote music and began building the foundations of his career.

A train pull challenge will see powerlifting world-record holder Kamaldeep Wallis, attempt to move a 12–16 tonne steam train uphill for charity.

Manor House Underground station sits on the boundary between Hackney and Haringey, meaning passengers can enter in one borough and leave in another.

M&S Clapham Junction has reopened after a seven-week transformation, introducing more than 500 new products and an upgraded food hall.

The never-finished North End tube station in Hampstead has inspired a new children’s book by a father and son.

Sadiq Khan has announced a £15.6 million fund to make London's streets, parks and public spaces safer for women and girls.

A new restaurant from a top chef has opened in Soho.

Last week, the News Shopper published 1 death notice.

A Kent village once recognised as England's most haunted is offering visitors a spooky autumn day out just over an hour from south east London.

Lewisham readers have spoken up on what they think should replace the former Marks & Spencer store in the town centre.

A food festival created to bring people back together is returning to Cheam this month.

A Kent town just around 80 minutes' drive from south east London is known for its heritage railway, beautiful scenery and fascinating local history.

Several south east London nurseries and childcare providers have been praised in Ofsted's latest inspections, with a number of settings achieving strong results across every category assessed.

A popular Kent seaside festival known for its oysters, live music and waterfront celebrations is returning next month just over an hour from London by train.

I hope all residents have had a restful summer and that the bouts of extreme heat over a long period have been somewhat manageable, said Councillor David Perry.

A new flood alleviation scheme is being launched to help protect homes and businesses from the growing impact of climate change.

A team of 40 staff have raised £18,200 for St Luke’s Hospice in a charity walk.

A guide dog charity is urgently seeking volunteers to help care for its newest recruits.

Westminster court rules pharmacist Ajith Kumar Mupparapu to be extradited to India over alleged Hyderabad murder plot involving arsenic poisoning in 2023.

The QEII Bridge at the Dartford Crossing will close overnight for routine safety inspections.

A new express bus service has launched in London today, offering free travel for its first week.

Police have launched a murder investigation following the death of a man in Clapham.

Police have launched a murder investigation following the death of a man in Clapham.

A new karaoke experience is letting people sing their hearts out while gliding across the London skyline.

Grass fire near Heathrow Airport’s southern runway causes temporary closure, flight delays and disruption. Emergency teams respond swiftly; both runways now open.

Central line westbound suspended between Liverpool Street and White City due to casualty on track. Severe Tube delays; TfL tickets valid on alternative routes.

Central line westbound suspended between Liverpool Street and White City due to casualty on tracks. Severe delays; TfL tickets valid on other London routes.

Shepherd's Bush Underground station has been closed while emergency services deal with a casualty on the track. Follow our live updates for the latest Central line travel information.

British Transport Police detectives have released an image of a man they want to speak to after a woman was sexually assaulted on a train in east London.

Passengers stranded for over 90 minutes at Stansted Airport after shuttle service closure, with diverted Gatwick flights adding to travel chaos and delays.

Teenager Noah Barker jailed for smuggling £600,000 of cannabis through Heathrow after being recruited via Snapchat. Sentenced at Southampton Crown Court.

A dangerous structure at the former cinema site on Rye Lane has forced the road to close to vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists, with safety work expected to take at least a week.

Three men jailed for life at Southwark Crown Court for the machete murder of Gregory Catillo Volquez in Haringey, north London, after Met Police probe.

A 37-year-old woman from Orpington has been arrested after a stolen digger was recovered in Dartford.

If you've ever wondered why the Waitrose in Finchley Road is called John Barnes, a tragic entrepreneur is linked to the upmarket food hall.

London Restaurant Festival returns this October with more than 60 food and drink events, exclusive menus, chef masterclasses and dining experiences.

The London Dungeon has unveiled Curse of the Mummy, a brand-new Halloween show inspired by the legendary Unlucky Mummy and Victorian London's obsession with ancient Egypt.

Aldi’s Barnet store in London turned its iconic logo Barbie pink ahead of the launch of the Barbie Aldimania Dreamland Doll.

Blackheath Fireworks returns on November 7 with live music, comedy, street food and a spectacular display expected to attract 40,000 people.

Free rides on vintage Routemaster buses through Hackney in October will be a trip down memory lane for some and a history lesson for others.

Harvey Armstrong and Sam Holmes created Prime Time - a low-calorie beer brand, built around the idea that drinkers should not have to compromise.

Royal Docks Waterways has appointed a team to lead a feasibility study into the Floating Residential element of the Vision for Royal Victoria Dock West.

Arcade Arena has opened on London's South Bank, featuring the PAC-MAN Live Experience, Chaos Karts and Alien Invasion under one roof.

A four-bedroom detached home in The Oaks, Dartford, is on the market

A five-bedroom home with an electric charging point has been put on the market

Visits to former Art Deco cinemas, hidden gardens, a recording studio or a modern house are part of the 2026 London Open House programme.