Under the radar
Mayfair and St James’s have some fascinating stories to tell – so why not get off the beaten track and explore some of these hidden gems?
Culture
London Calling
A campaign from the Mayor’s office and London & Partners aims to encourage Londoners to reconnect with the West End and kickstart economic recovery.
Desert Island Books
Audrey Brisson, Olivier-nominee and star of Amélie The Musical – now on at the Criterion Theatre – reveals her castaway choices
Let’s do London
As London starts its road to recovery, Major Sadiq Khan sends out a positive message, highlighting the wonders of our capital and why it’s time to celebrate what’s on our doorstep
The power of film
Award-winning filmmaker Eva Lanska discusses her first documentary “The Abraham Accords Change History: Women in the Middle East”
Desert Island Books
Famed for his photographic portraits, from rock stars to royals, John Swannell shares the books that inspired his life and careers
Hardy perennial
Vincent Square has housed the Royal Horticultural Society for over a century. Sue Bradley discovers why thousands of people visit this part of Victoria every year.
Bubblecious
Whether in your bubble or with friends when restrictions allow, here are five experiences to enjoy in Victoria and Westminster this spring
Silent Witness
St Margaret’s Church is a much-loved local gem that has played a pivotal role in the history of power and politics
Abbey Secrets
Scott Craddock, head of visitor experience, picks out his defining images of Westminster Abbey
Life’s a bind
Bookbinding is having its moment in the sun. Whether you are a beginner or looking to a full City & Guilds apprenticeship, Shepherd’s is the place to learn the craft
The Bridgerton Effect
Mayfair provided much of the inspiration for the Netflix blockbuster Bridgerton, which has, in turn, sparked a revival of the Regency lifestyle
