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St Albans offers ghost walks and spooky pubs for an autumn city break
St Albans is promoted as a historic and haunted destination for an autumn city break. Visitors can join official ghost walking tours to hear chilling stories from expert volunteers. The city also features St Albans Cathedral, reputed to be one of its most haunted sites.
BAFTA-winning artist brings Mayan god to East London film
BAFTA-winning 3D artist Daniel Kavanagh is making his second short film, Maximón. Set in a future East London, it follows an immigrant visited by the Mayan god of mischief. The project utilized five locations, including Blackwall Station and the Barbican.
Sacred Ambaji Dhaja brought to London for Siddhashram’s Navratri celebrations
The International Siddhashram Shakti Centre will host Navratri in London from October 10 to 20, 2026. This marks both the 25th anniversary of Siddhashram and the 20th year of its Navratri events at Byron Hall. The festival will feature the Sacred Ambaji Dhaja Darshan for devotees.
Heaven Nightclub Gains Second Protected Status as Asset of Community Value
The world-famous Heaven nightclub has been listed as an Asset of Community Value for the second time by Westminster City Council. This protection keeps the venue on the register until 2031. The status aims to reduce the risk of future redevelopment.
Famous London nightclub given protected status to guard it from redevelopment
The Heaven nightclub has been listed as an Asset of Community Value for the second time by Westminster City Council. This protection means the venue will remain on the register until 2031. The listing aims to reduce the risk of future redevelopment for the LGBTQ+ spot.
Play on Pelicot Rape Trial Premieres at London County Hall
A play about the Gisèle Pelicot rape case will have its UK premiere at London County Hall. Created by Milo Rau, the event-theatre piece features accounts from the trial and psychiatric reports concerning the 51 men prosecuted. It is scheduled for November 30.
Four New London Hotels Awarded Michelin Keys
Four brand-new hotels in London have been recognized with Michelin Keys for their exceptional hospitality. The Newman in Fitzrovia and The Chancery Rosewood in Mayfair are among the properties highlighted by the guide. These keys reflect criteria including design, service, character, value, and setting.
Langan's opening in 1976 transformed London's restaurant scene
In October 1976, Michael Caine, Richard Shepherd, and Peter Langan opened Langan’s. This celebrity haunt quickly became a talked-about spot, helping establish London as an international dining destination. Over the next five decades, the city evolved into a global culinary melting pot.
London theatre charity warns four historic venues are at risk
Theatres Trust warned that four historic London theatres need urgent support to secure their future. The item appeared in BBC London coverage updated on 2026-07-24. The warning focused on the risk to the venues' long-term survival.
London Trans+ Pride expects its biggest turnout
Organisers of London Trans+ Pride said they expected the march to draw its largest crowd yet. The event was noted in a report published on 2026-07-24 ahead of the planned Saturday gathering in central London. The item said the demonstration remains a major annual moment for the city's trans community.
Four London theatres added to latest at-risk list
Borough Hall, the Intimate Theatre, Tottenham Palace Theatre and Streatham Hill Theatre were listed as under threat in the latest Theatres Trust update. The report highlights continuing pressure on London’s cultural venues.
Bayeux Tapestry arrives in London for British Museum exhibition
The Bayeux Tapestry has arrived in London ahead of a blockbuster British Museum exhibition. The 70-metre work is expected to draw millions of visitors during its run.
British Museum warns as thousands scramble to see Bayeux Tapestry
The British Museum is warning of heavy demand as visitors rush to see the Bayeux Tapestry. The exhibition has drawn major public interest in London.
Olympia reopens after £1.3bn redevelopment
The Olympia exhibition centre in west London has reopened after a major refurbishment costing £1.3bn. New shops and a music venue are part of the development, with more facilities still due to open later.
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