There’s a hidden bar tucked away beneath Tower Bridge - and it’s one of London’s best-kept secrets🍸
The Vault 1894 sits underneath the iconic landmark, offering a cosy setting for drinks and dining with incredible views across the Thames, Tower Bridge and the city skyline. Whether you’re stopping by for cocktails or a relaxed meal, it’s a unique spot that’s well worth seeking out.
Have you been yet, or is this one for your London bucket list?
📍The Vault 1894
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ad London's Secret Garden 🌿
Hidden beside the Serpentine Lido in Hyde Park, Lido Garden is one of central London's most beautiful spots for a long summer lunch.
This summer, Colicci are welcoming some of London's most exciting chefs for a series of weekend collaborations, including joyful Spanish flavours from José Pizarro and the bold Middle Eastern cooking of Bubala.
Over the summer you can also enjoy the Colicci garden menu, featuring expertly spiced jerk chicken, award-winning sourdough pizzas and seasonal summer specials, all served fresh from the outdoor kitchen.
No tickets required — just turn up, grab a table and enjoy. Follow @colicci_uk to keep up to date with the full Lido Garden summer programme.
📆 José Pizarro Restaurants Weekend 1st & 2nd August
📆 Bubala Weekend 5th & 6th September
📍 Lido Garden, Hyde Park
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First time in London? ✨🇬🇧
See some of London’s best views for free, use the Tube like a local, stroll between royal attractions, and spend an evening in the West End 🚇👑🎭
The city is yours to explore 💙
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ad Forget sitting back and watching the game… it’s time to become the player!🎮
Activate Games UK brings gaming into the real world, combining technology, teamwork and adrenaline across a number of interactive game rooms. Jump, climb, dodge, race and problem-solve your way through hundreds of challenges designed for every skill level⚡
Your electronic wristband tracks your progress as you earn points, unlock levels and compete for prizes — so every move counts! 🏆 Whether you’re battling friends, family or teammates, Activate is the ultimate active gaming adventure. Who’s ready to take on the challenge? 👀
📍Activate at The O2
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Honey, stop the scroll! 🍯🐻 @fortnums has unveiled a giant 8.4m Winnie the Pooh-inspired beehive at @stpancrasinternational to celebrate 100 years of Disney’s Winnie the Pooh.
Inspired by Fortnum’s own working beehives, the immersive installation invites visitors to discover the story of bees and honey-making before exploring Fortnum’s exclusive Winnie the Pooh collection, including the world’s first official 100 Aker Wood Hunny, alongside limited-edition food, homeware and hampers. And of course, don’t forget to snap some seriously sweet photos! 📸
Open until 31 August - don’t bee late to see it! 🐝✨
📍St. Pancras International
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Get ready to serve up some fun! 🎾✨ The inaugural London Padel Week lands in the capital from 3–9 August, bringing matches, coaching, entertainment and padel-inspired experiences to five of London's top padel clubs.
The week-long festival welcomes everyone from complete beginners to seasoned players, with social matches, tournaments, equipment demos, wellness sessions, live music and unforgettable evening events taking place across the city 🌆
📍London Padel Week
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London's biggest free outdoor arts festival is back! 🎉 @gdifestival
The Greenwich + Docklands International Festival returns this August and September with spectacular open-air theatre, live music, dance, circus and eye-catching art installations across Royal Greenwich, Tower Hamlets and the Docklands. Best of all? Every event is completely free, making it one of the city's must-visit summer festivals✨
📅 21 August - 6 September
🎟️ Free
📍Across Greenwich, Woolwich, Tower Hamlets and the Docklands
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☕ London’s most peaceful coffee shop is hiding inside a 350-year-old church.
Step inside Host Café, tucked away in St Mary Aldermary—a breathtaking church rebuilt by Sir Christopher Wren after the Great Fire of London.
Since opening in 2012, this ethical, non-profit café has become a peaceful haven in the heart of the City, welcoming everyone from busy office workers to tourists looking for a quiet escape. Every coffee helps support the church and its community, making this much more than just a place to grab a flat white.
Would you stop for a coffee inside a church? ⛪☕
📍Host Café, St Mary Aldermary, City of London
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Fancy a brew with a side of history? ☕✨
Discover the fascinating story of Britain's favourite drink with 'Time for Tea' at the @nationalportraitgallery. Join an expert-led tour exploring tea's journey from a Chinese health drink to the nation's beloved cuppa, before heading to Larry's Dining & Bar for a traditional cream tea with freshly baked scones, clotted cream and raspberry conserve.
📅 23 July from 2–4pm
🎟️ Tickets on sale now
📍 National Portrait Gallery
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POV: you’ve found the perfect summer day in Canary Wharf☀️✨
Start with a dip and a sauna session at Sea Lanes Canary Wharf, London’s newest waterside hangout, then head to Hawksmoor for a steak and chips lunch (for just £20 👀).
Spend the afternoon watching live sport at the Summer Screens, challenge your friends to mini golf in Montgomery Square, and end the day with skyline views from a stay at Locke Canary Wharf.
A full day of food, fun and waterside vibes - all without leaving Canary Wharf.
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Brassworks is back! 🎺🎉
Celebrate five years of @woolwichworks on Saturday 5 September with a lively brass band parade through Woolwich, followed by a full afternoon and evening of free live music in the courtyard. No tickets are needed - just bring your friends, family (and even the dog!) and enjoy a day packed with music, community and festival fun.
📅 Saturday 5 September
⏰ 12pm
📍Woolwich Works
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See London from a whole new perspective 🌊✨
Step aboard the official Tower of London River Tour for a 40-minute journey along the Thames, combining incredible views with fascinating stories from Historic Royal Palaces. Cruise past iconic landmarks including Tower Bridge, St Paul’s Cathedral, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament aboard a premium electric boat.
With cosy indoor seating, open-air decks and the option to enjoy a glass of English sparkling wine, it’s the perfect way to experience London’s history from the river 🚤
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Calling all Harry Styles fans… this one's for you💖🎶🫖
Climb aboard London's Harry Styles-inspired Afternoon Tea Bus for the ultimate day out. Enjoy afternoon tea, sip on a glass of prosecco (or your favourite hot drink), sing along to Harry's biggest hits, and take in iconic sights like Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and the Tower of London as you cruise through the capital.
Good food, great views and an all-Harry soundtrack? Sounds like the perfect treat! Book your tickets today 👉 https://t.co/sNBMdzfU51
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