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Queen's Diamond Jubilee in London
Written by Viator, April 2012
On February 6, 1952 King George VI died (the king featured in the
film The King’s Speech) and his eldest daughter, Elizabeth, became
Queen. 60 years later we are celebrating her Diamond Jubilee. ...
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6 Christmas Things To Do in London
Written by Zoe Smith, United Kingdom, November 2012
There’s a myriad of festive fun to be had in London this Christmas, but to get you started, here are a few suggestions. 1) Christmas lights: London’s shimmering decorations are some of the best in ...
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Attending the Ascot Races near London
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, June 2012
Horse-racing at Royal Ascot is one of the most important social, fashion and sporting events of the year in England. First run in 1711 under the auspice of Queen Anne, tradition continues with a ...
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Carols at St Martin in the Field
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, November 2011
One of my favorite churches in London is St Martin in the Fields. It sits on the edge of Trafalgar Square opposite the National Gallery and it’s so pretty and, to me, just so London. Probably ...
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Charles Dickens' Birthday
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, February 2012
Whether we know it or not, we’ve all grown up on the writings of Charles Dickens, one of London’s most famous chroniclers. He wrote The Christmas Carol, inventing Scrooge and the ghosts of ...
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Chelsea Flower Show
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, July 2011
A major event on the London calendar each year is the Chelsea Flower Show. This year it runs from May 24 -28. I went to the show for the first time a few years ago because a friend had free tickets. ...
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Christmas Tours in London
Written by Viator, November 2012
Celebrate Christmas this year with Viator and see the top London attractions sparkle away from the crowds! London’s spectacular Christmas lights cast a spell over the city’s landmarks throughout the ...
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London 2012 Festival
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, June 2012
London 2012 is not just about running fast and jumping high, there’s also a Cultural Olympiad with nearly 3 months of events across the country. Plays, literature, comedy, fashion, music, film, food ...
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London Film Festival
Written by London Expert: Gavin, United Kingdom, October 2011
Roll out the red carpet - the London Film Festival has arrived! The London Film Festival is a wonderful opportunity to see the extraordinary range of film making today - over 200 films from ...
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London Open House Weekend and Thames Festival!
Written by London Expert: Gavin, United Kingdom, September 2011
Do you like looking around places usually closed to the public? Well London is the place for you on the 17th and 18th September as we enjoy the annual Open House Weekend . From ...
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London’s Brick Lane Curry Festival
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, April 2012
Londoners love a curry, and the place to go for a really good curry is Brick Lane in the East End. This narrow street is lined by curry houses serving traditional foods from Bangladesh and India. On ...
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Notting Hill Carnival in London
Written by Zoe Smith, United Kingdom, September 2012
Each August, on the final bank holiday weekend of the summer, the eyes
of London shift west to take in one of the city’s most vibrant and
voracious street carnivals. The Notting Hill Carnival is ...
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Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Celebrations in London
Written by London Expert: Gavin, United Kingdom, May 2012
The first weekend in June promises to be a very special one as the country celebrates the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. As mentioned in one of my earlier posts, this is an event you won’t want to ...
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The City of London Festival
Written by London Expert: Gavin, United Kingdom, June 2012
The City of London Festival starts on Monday, June 25th with the bells of St Mary-le-Bow resounding at mid-day. There follows a month of great events throughout the city including concerts in venues ...
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The Queen's Diamond Jubilee
Written by London Expert: Gavin, United Kingdom, April 2012
On February 6, 1952 King George VI died (the king featured in the
film The King’s Speech) and his eldest daughter, Elizabeth, became
Queen. 60 years later we are celebrating her Diamond Jubilee. ...
Read more
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Top London Attractions
Get an insider look at the Tower of London, St Paul's Cathedral and the View from The Shard on this incredible Viator VIP tour! With exclusive pre-opening access to the Tower of London, your tour includes the tower's historic opening ceremony and a look at the Crown Jewels with a Beefeater guide. Explore the normally inaccessible Triforium at St Paul's Cathedral, alongside other highlights like the Whispering Gallery and the Crypts. Stop for a 2-course lunch at The Restaurant at St Paul's Cathedral, and then finish your day with a visit to The Shard.
