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In 1974, the largest wholesale market in the UK opened in Nine Elms – now, for the first time ever, the public can shop there too

For the first time since opening over 50 years ago, the largest wholesale market in the UK is open to the public. Visit Mercato Battersea on Saturdays.
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In 2003, London’s most unique bridge was built above a Covent Garden side street; 23 years later, the secret walkway continues to play a significant role in the performi…

Constructed to resemble a dancer's pirouette, this swirling skybridge has been hiding in plain sight for over two decades.
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London is set to face major Tube strikes over the coming months – with 16 days worth of disruption announced

A series of 24-hour Tube strikes have just been announced - here's everything you need to know about the impending industrial ...
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The historic London dockside where you can try some of the city’s most unique dining experiences, including a floating fondue feast and waterfront dining in a heated igloo

There’s a historic corner of London that offers some truly unique dining experiences, right by the Thames. Try a floating fondue feast and much ...
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These are the best art exhibitions in London to look forward to in 2027 – from Monet masterpieces to royal jewellery, David Hockney, and more

London is proving why it's one of the best cities in the world for art with these upcoming art exhibitions in 2027.
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One of London’s largest nature reserves is transforming into a festive wonderland – with Santa, wildlife adventures and a secret mission to save Christmas

This Christmas, children can join a top-secret mission to save Santa at Walthamstow Wetlands this December with festive ...
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In June 2016, the British pound plunged after the referendum; 10 years later, the pound has hit its highest level since Brexit

The pound has risen to its highest overall level since the 2016 Brexit referendum, boosted by expectations of a Bank of ...
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16 years ago, this beloved Wimbledon pub opened its doors for a free community Christmas celebration – today, it continues to open each year to serve a free Christmas Day ...

The Alexandra flings open its doors every year for a free Christmas celebration that ensures no one has to be alone on the big day.
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New pension rules could change how millions of Brits receive their retirement savings – here’s what’s being proposed

Britain plans to make a guaranteed lifetime retirement income the default option for around 17 million private-sector pension ...
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Here’s everything you need to know if you’re heading to see Stevie Wonder on the ‘Songs In The Key Of Life’ 50th anniversary tour in London – dates, stage times ...

Stevie Wonder is set to play two huge nights in London as part of the 50th anniversary tour for 'Songs In The Key Of Life'.
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Meet Viren Swami: the social psychologist who has spent 10 years studying why we fall in love and is ranked in the top 2% most cited scientists worldwide

Love and relationships can feel random, but Professor Viren Swami argues that they are anything but. Here is what he has to ...
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Less than 90 minutes from London is the home of the world’s largest wild seed bank – and this winter, the 500-acre botanic garden is transforming into a polar-inspired ...

Escape the city for a luminescent journey through a polar wilderness at Kew Wakehurst's Glow Wild light trail, just 90 ...