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Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Bromley BBQ restaurant among four new south-east London openings in weeks
Smoky Boys BBQ restaurant at The Glades in Bromley is among the new openings in south-east London across recent weeks.
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 10:03:08 +0100LIVE updates as NO trains running between two major London stations
All lines are blocked between London Blackfriars and London St Pancras International due to overrunning engineering works.
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 09:32:05 +0100LIVE updates as busy road CLOSED and buses diverted after 'fire'
Ealing Road is closed both ways due to "fire services activity".
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100The London Wetherspoons with a dramatic past dating back more than 500 years
The Great Harry has become one of Woolwich's busiest pubs thanks to its history, location and loyal customers.
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100'I'm an expert on Stoke Newington's lost pubs and there's one I'm really sad about'
Amateur history buff Amir Dotan has devised a self-guided walk exploring 22 lost pubs in his north London neighbourhood Stoke Newington.
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Three Brent town centres to get major summer makeovers with al fresco dining
Wembley High Road, Ealing Road and Kingsbury will be transformed with outdoor dining, events and public space improvements.
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100London pizzeria named the best in Europe for the third year running
Napoli on the Road has been named Europe's best pizzeria for the third consecutive year at the 50 Top Pizza Europa Awards.
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100My weekend in Canary Wharf completely changed how I see London's business district
From luxury accommodation and world-class theatre to incredible food and wellness experiences, here's why my weekend in Canary Wharf exceeded every expectation.
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100These scenic London bridges serve up 'postcard-worthy' views and perfect sunsets
London's Golden Jubilee Bridge has been named among the perfect places to watch the sunset in the UK.
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100We tried a big-flavour Med food delivery service - and one dish 'was the best ever'
Rōti Modern Mediterranean has opened kitchens in Kentish Town and Shoreditch - and our reviewers say it does "the best hummus ever".
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 06:15:42 +0100BBC confirms Casualty and Heartbeat star will join EastEnders as new character
EastEnders will welcome a new character to Walford for a short stint on the BBC soap.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0100Campsite where guests can meet miniature donkeys near London named among UK's best
A campsite in Sussex where guests can meet miniature donkeys in a hidden wildflower meadow has been named among the best in the UK, and it is around 90 minutes from London by car.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 12:01:00 +0100The Bromley area where executions may have taken place on a village green
Elmers End is a suburban district in south-east London whose name may originate from a place of execution.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 20:00:00 +0100Where to watch England vs Mexico in London as pubs stay open until 5am
Here's where England fans can watch the World Cup clash with Mexico in London after pubs were allowed to stay open until 5am.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100Viral restaurant gets zero rating in 'worst meal I've had in London for years'
Award-winning Japanese restaurant RAI in Bloomsbury has been handed a zero food hygiene rating following a Camden Council inspection.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100Football fans warned as 31C heat arrives ahead of England's World Cup match
Football fans across London are being urged to stay hydrated and protect themselves as temperatures are forecast to reach 31C on Monday.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:51:34 +0100Sutton man targeted homes and stole cars as residents slept
A thief who stole luxury cars from homes while residents slept has been jailed for nearly three years.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:50:00 +0100London Pride in photos as thousands march through the streets for LGBT+ rights
Thousands of people have marched through the capital to celebrate London Pride.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100The Wimbledon items that could leave you turned away at the gate
Heading to Wimbledon this fortnight? Make sure you know what you can – and can't – take through security.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 13:48:00 +0100Woman, 32, arrested after council building vandalised and police officers shot at
A woman has been arrested after a council's housing office was vandalised in Colindale.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 12:09:41 +0100Latest update after ‘TV chef’ arrested following rape 'incident' at London home
A "TV chef" who was arrested on suspicion of rape and sexual assault has been cleared, with police dropping the case.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0100The Southern trains from Croydon not running this Sunday
Several Croydon Southern trains will be affected this weekend due to engineering work.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:29:45 +0100All traffic STOPPED after 'multi-vehicle crash' on M25 - Recap
All traffic has been stopped on the M25 clockwise between junction 27 and junction 28.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:55:02 +0100The Bexley and Lewisham trains affected by works this weekend
Engineering work is taking place between St Johns, Grove Park, and Hither Green, including on the lines between Hither Green and Sidcup.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100The best places to watch the London Pride 2026 parade
From Hyde Park Corner to Whitehall, here are the best places to watch the London Pride parade this Saturday.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100The old London Underground station brought back to life as a pub praised by experts
Former London Underground station turned pub, Walham Green, has earned expert praise.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100New app helps Londoners find hidden set menus at top restaurants for less
The All Set app helps Londoners discover hidden set menus at more than 120 restaurants, including Michelin-starred venues.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100A huge new entertainment venue is opening in Shoreditch
Roxy Ball Room is opening a huge new entertainment venue on Old Street with bowling, karaoke, tech darts and cocktails.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100The historic house left abandoned and invaded by squatters that is now being restored
One of Hackney’s oldest buildings at 195 Mare Street has long been at risk of crumbling away - but is now coming back from the brink.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 21:15:59 +0100McDonald's to axe 'ultimate' £3.69 item from UK menus in the coming days
McDonald's is set to axe its Vanilla Matcha Frappé from UK menus on July 13.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:09:53 +0100Beauty retailer will open 17 high street stores after closing 150 in 2025 - full list
Bodycare has confirmed it will open 17 new stores - here is the full list which includes an opening date for July.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 17:11:36 +0100Carshalton butcher's left in THOUSANDS of pounds worth of damage after break-in
A Carshalton butcher's was left with thousands of pounds worth of damage after it was broken into.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:41:38 +0100Two Romanian men jailed for 'state-sponsored' stabbing of London journalist
Two Romanian men have been jailed for stabbing a journalist in south west London in a state-sponsored attack linked to the Iranian regime.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:35:38 +0100One dead and seven others injured in stabbings across THREE days
A young man has died and seven other people have been injured in the space of three days this week following stabbing incidents.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:19:24 +0100Huge disruption as several London Underground lines close this weekend
Londoners are facing major travel disruptions this weekend due to planned works.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:18:03 +0100Major blaze at temple in converted south London warehouse
A major fire occurred at a temple housed in a converted warehouse along Elmwood Road in Croydon.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:00:32 +0100Crash closes busy road in both directions
A road in Wembley has been closed in both directions following a crash this afternoon.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 17:47:00 +0100EIGHT weeks of roadworks planned in Hampstead street after Big Fair
Hampstead's Heath Street will be closed from Monday for an expected eight weeks.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100Which roads are closed for London Pride and how to avoid delays
London Pride will bring major road closures, busy Tube stations and travel disruption across central London this weekend.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:46:33 +0100RECAP as major delays hit trains to and from London after overhead wire fault
Commuters travelling to and from London may face delays this afternoon following disruption outside the capital.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:28:14 +0100'Avoid the area' as 70 firefighters tackle major south London blaze
Around 70 firefighters tackle major blaze at a warehouse-turned-temple on Elmwood Road, Croydon. London Fire Brigade responds; cause under investigation.
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:22:01 +0100A Midsummer Night's Dream - playful and light-hearted - shame about the set
A playful ad libbing A Midsummer Night's Dream in Regent's Park is marred by an ugly set which covers up the beautiful wooded open air arena.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:10:22 +0100Person freed from wreckage after M25 crash involving coach
Multi-vehicle crash on the M25 near Enfield and Waltham Abbey left one person trapped. London Fire Brigade rescued casualty; delays between J25–J26.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:08:58 +0100'Predator' who lured children with fake caretaker ruse jailed after DNA breakthrough
A convicted sex offender has been jailed for 18 years after a DNA breakthrough linked him to a decades-old child sexual assault case.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100Delay-hit Hampstead Heath paddling pool being refilled and will 'open very soon'
The paddling pool at Parliament Hill on Hampstead Heath has been hit by delays due to repairs but is now getting ready to reopen.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100'I spent years as a regular at historic pub - now me and my friends have saved it'
The Black Horse in Wood Street, Barnet has been reopened as a community pub by a trio of regulars - including Simon Anderson, who used to own The Albion in Islington.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100London bus fares frozen again as £1.75 journeys frozen until November
Londoners will continue paying £1.75 for bus and tram journeys after the Mayor extended the TfL fare freeze until November.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:00:09 +0100Murder investigation launched after man, 22, is stabbed to death on bus
A murder investigation has been launched following a stabbing on a bus.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:59:00 +0100Krispy Kreme and Cadbury launch doughnut with free treat for Londoners
Krispy Kreme's Oxford Street store will give away 50 free dozens as it launches a new Cadbury doughnut for World Chocolate Day.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:33:09 +0100Loan shark who preyed on vulnerable borrowers jailed for £4.7m lending scheme
A Morden loan shark who lent millions has been jailed for exploiting vulnerable people.