Just steps from The Old Vic, Backstage Café & Bar is Waterloo’s hidden gem. ☕🍸
Start your day with barista-made coffee and fresh pastries, settle in with free Wi-Fi and a good script, then stay for cocktails, seasonal dishes and a buzzing evening atmosphere.
Whether it’s a pre-theatre dinner, post-show drinks or a sunny afternoon on the balcony, Backstage is the perfect spot to relax in one of London’s most iconic cultural venues.
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Looking for a night out with a difference?
Step into the wonderfully chaotic world of @thefaultytowers where Basil, Sybil and Manuel serve up non-stop laughs alongside a three-course meal.
Inspired by the classic BBC sitcom, this immersive West End favourite puts diners right at the heart of the action.
🎟️ Summer Sale now on: The first 35 tickets sold for every London performance are just £55 – the lowest ticket price of 2026.
Expect comedy, chaos and a dinner service that definitely won’t go to plan… https://t.co/BUIJ0iF4IC
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69th BFI London Film Festival (8-19 Oct 2025)
Film buffs, circle these dates 🎬
The BFI London Film Festival returns with world premieres, indie gems, and director Q&As. Southbank, cinemas, red carpets.
Which kind of film are you most excited to see, indie, documentary, or big premiere?
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🏈⚽️ When gridiron meets football: London’s playing both sides this October.
The NFL lands at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for two thrilling clashes (Vikings vs Browns, Broncos vs Jets), and right after, Spurs host Aston Villa in a Premier League showdown. Dive into our full guide to get behind-the-scenes insights, stadium tours, and adrenaline-pumping rooftop views.
👉 Read the full story on https://t.co/0ejtmlT3T7
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London Cocktail Week (9-19 Oct 2025)
Want to drink your way through London’s coolest bars without decimating your wallet? Cocktails for around £8, pop-ups, speakeasies, and curated bar tours.
Team spicy, classic, or experimental, which flavour cocktail will you go for?
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🧐 Did you know London has almost 200 museums, many free and family-friendly?
From dinosaurs and space at the Natural History Museum, to playful illusion fun at Paradox and Twist, there’s something to spark curiosity for all ages.
Check out our favourite museums to explore this weekend!
👇 Which one will you visit first? https://t.co/eFoYgbj14B
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London's royal palaces and castles are stepping up the spectacle this summer with everything from marching bands at Horse Guards Parade to jousting knights at Hampton Court Palace. Read the full roundup of royal events at: https://t.co/KjWgTVSgkZ
Come hear the music play... Welcome to the Kit Kat Club. Home to an intimate and electrifying production of Cabaret. This is Berlin. Relax. Loosen up. Be yourself.
London's hottest ticket at the Playhouse Theatre, stars Hannah Dodd (Bridgerton) and Rob Madge (My Son’s a Queer) until 20 September🎭
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From Harry Potter to James Bond, be the star of your favourite period drama or action thriller at these top set-jetting spots in London 🎥💫 Read our roundup at: https://t.co/8tIzWsDK0O
🎬 Just launched: Starring GREAT Britain magazine — a new set-jetting guide to UK film & TV locations 🇬🇧✨
Proudly created by the Tourism Media Group in support of @VisitBritain's global campaign.
Explore iconic on-screen locations yourself! 📖 Read the digital edition here:
https://t.co/po4xNiFOe0
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Ever wondered what this world-famous icon looks like on the inside? Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Palace of Westminster this summer to find out. All those in favour say 'Aye!'
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Look out for London PLANNER and WHERE London's forthcoming series of 'Set Jetting' features. Kicking off with a journey across London and beyond to experience some of Bridgerton’s most beautiful locations for yourself.
Visiting London in August? Find out what's on next month and start planning your perfect visit – read it free!
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Enjoy some free family fun at the stunning London New Year's Day Parade!
Find out more, here: https://t.co/GJlZPtI8Zq
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Enjoy the festive atmosphere at Battersea Power Station this season with shopping, entertainment, events, dining and David Hockney's stunning 'Bigger Christmas Trees' light installation.
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Everyone at @CBTransport is so delighted that plans to withdraw the Day Travelcard were reversed. This will bring certainty to businesses, protect against sharp fare rises and serve as a shining endorsement of integrated ticketing.
Here's how we did it: https://t.co/sLn2A0EJMh