Camden is known for being one of the best shopping experiences in London with its multiple street markets, high street shops, and pop-up retailers. Naturally, such a great place for shopping also extends to books. The Borough of Camden has some of the best small and independent bookshops that you’ll find in the city, and amongst the rows and rows of books in them, just about … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five of the Best Bookshops in the Borough of Camden
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Crossrail Begins Running Daily Tests To Open Soon to the Public
Crossrail will operate empty trains for several weeks to ensure the service is “absolutely flawless” when it opens, the boss of Transport for London (TfL) said. Andy Byford, London’s transport commissioner, told reporters he does not want the launch of the capital’s new railway to be reminiscent of the botched opening of Heathrow’s Terminal 5. Hundreds of flights were … [Read more...] about Crossrail Begins Running Daily Tests To Open Soon to the Public
London’s Heathrow Airport Ends COVID-19 Mask Requirements
London's Heathrow Airport has announced that it will end the requirement to wear masks in the airport, based on the recent UK government announcement that all COVID travel restrictions and regulations will end from Friday. Here are the full details from the Heathrow press release in my inbox: Those traveling through Heathrow will no longer be required to wear a … [Read more...] about London’s Heathrow Airport Ends COVID-19 Mask Requirements
New Euston Station Unveiled – HS2’s Euston station to have ‘bronze or gold’ roof
HS2’s Euston station will feature a bold roof colored “bronze or gold” under new plans for the high-speed railway’s London terminus. Designers hope the “innovative” structure will be an “identifying feature” of the north London station, HS2 Ltd said. Its design will maximize the amount of natural light that reaches the concourse below. Declan McCafferty, lead … [Read more...] about New Euston Station Unveiled – HS2’s Euston station to have ‘bronze or gold’ roof
It’s going to be harder to hail a Black London Taxi as Cabbies stop searching for passengers due to soaring fuel costs
Cabbies in London are queuing at ranks rather than driving in search of passengers because of spiralling diesel costs. Steve McNamara, general secretary of the Licensed Taxi Drivers Association, said “extortionate” fuel prices are having a major impact on the drivers of the 10,000 diesel-powered black cabs on the capital’s roads. Latest figures from data firm Experian … [Read more...] about It’s going to be harder to hail a Black London Taxi as Cabbies stop searching for passengers due to soaring fuel costs
London Mayor unveils plan to expand Congestion Charge Zone to whole of Greater London
London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (Ulez) will be expanded to cover the entire city under plans announced by mayor Sadiq Khan to cut pollution and congestion. Mr. Khan has asked Transport for London (TfL) to consult on extending the scheme’s boundary from the North and South Circular Roads to the whole of Greater London by the end of next year. Drivers of vehicles that do … [Read more...] about London Mayor unveils plan to expand Congestion Charge Zone to whole of Greater London
London Alert: Warning over Tube services ahead of strike Tuesday and Thursday
London Underground is set to be crippled on Tuesday because of a strike by thousands of workers amid a warning there could be no Tube services because of the action.There will be a similar scale of disruption during a second walkout on Thursday, with a knock-on impact on Wednesday and Friday.Members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport union (RMT) are taking action in a dispute … [Read more...] about London Alert: Warning over Tube services ahead of strike Tuesday and Thursday
London Alert: Strikes by London Underground workers to go ahead next week
Strikes by London Underground (LU) workers are to go ahead next week after talks failed to resolve a dispute over jobs, pensions and conditions. Members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union will walk out next Tuesday and Thursday (March 1 and 3), threatening disruption to Tube services across the capital. The RMT said during talks at conciliation service Acas … [Read more...] about London Alert: Strikes by London Underground workers to go ahead next week
Heathrow records lowest annual passenger numbers for nearly 50 years
Heathrow has revealed it was the only hub airport in Europe to see a reduction in passenger numbers in 2021, due to the UK’s tougher coronavirus travel rules. Just 19.4 million people traveled through the west London airport last year. That was down 12.3% on the previous 12 months and represents the lowest annual total since 1972. The airport blamed its poor … [Read more...] about Heathrow records lowest annual passenger numbers for nearly 50 years
Transport for London scraps face masks rule
Public transport users in London will no longer be required to wear face masks from Thursday. Transport for London (TfL) announced that face coverings will stop being a condition of carriage following the “shift in the Government’s approach” towards living with coronavirus. It added that “decreasing infection rates in London” were also a factor in its decision. The … [Read more...] about Transport for London scraps face masks rule
The Fiver – Five Bookshops in Greenwich to Visit
Continuing our search for the best places for bibliophiles in London, we turn our attention to the other side of the River Thames and the Borough of Greenwich. There are a wide variety of bookshops within the boundaries of Greenwich, from great secondhand stores to large corporate retailers. Whatever you’re looking to read, we can guide you to one of five shops within the … [Read more...] about The Fiver – Five Bookshops in Greenwich to Visit
London Underground and bus fares to increase from next month
Fares on the London Underground and buses in the capital will rise from March 1, the mayor has announced. Sadiq Khan said pay-as-you-go fares will increase by 10p in zone one from £2.40 to £2.50 (this is the fare usually used by tourists who have an Oyster Card or use Contactless). Bus fares will increase by 10p to £1.65, while its Hopper fares – which allow unlimited … [Read more...] about London Underground and bus fares to increase from next month
London Gatwick to reopen south terminal next month as airlines ramp up schedules
Gatwick Airport has announced it will reopen its south terminal next month, to meet expected strong demand for air travel this summer. The terminal has been dormant since June 15 2020 to reduce costs during the coronavirus pandemic. It will reopen on March 27 as airlines ramp up their schedules. Gatwick made the announcement on the day travel restrictions for people … [Read more...] about London Gatwick to reopen south terminal next month as airlines ramp up schedules
Transport for London Unveils New Electric Buses
New buses featuring sunroofs, USB chargers and mobile phone holders are “vital” to get people out of their cars, according to public transport bosses in London. Transport for London (TfL) said the electric vehicles boost productivity and have a more “open feel.” Instead of vertical poles, handles will be fitted to the backs of seats to provide passengers with unobstructed … [Read more...] about Transport for London Unveils New Electric Buses
London Alert: Tube Strikes Coming in March – London Underground workers back strike action
Thousands of London Underground workers are to stage two 24-hour strikes next month in a dispute over jobs, pay and conditions. The Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union said around 10,000 of its members will walk out on March 1 and 3. The union has been seeking assurances over jobs, pay, pensions and working conditions amid fears of cuts in Transport for London (TfL) … [Read more...] about London Alert: Tube Strikes Coming in March – London Underground workers back strike action
UK’s first hybrid high-speed passenger ferries being built to serve London Thames
The UK’s first hybrid high-speed passenger ferries are being built to cut emissions on commuter services in London on the Thames. Uber Boat by Thames Clippers announced it will operate two vessels which will run solely on battery power when they are in the center of the capital. The boats are being built at Wight Shipyard on the Isle of Wight. The first will enter … [Read more...] about UK’s first hybrid high-speed passenger ferries being built to serve London Thames
Crossrail (aka Elizabeth Line) ‘on track’ to begin passenger services in first half of 2022
Passenger services on London’s delayed and over budget Crossrail project are on track to begin by the end of June, Transport for London (TfL) has announced. The railway will initially operate between Abbey Wood and Paddington through new tunnels under central London. It will be known as the Elizabeth line once services begin. Crossrail was planned to open in full … [Read more...] about Crossrail (aka Elizabeth Line) ‘on track’ to begin passenger services in first half of 2022
London’s Natural History Museum closes for a week amid Covid-related ‘staff shortages,’ Some Theatre Shows Close
The Natural History Museum is being forced to close its doors for a week due to “staff shortages” related to coronavirus. The South Kensington visitor attraction has had to make the “difficult decision” to shut from Tuesday after front-of-house staff were “impacted by Covid-19 infections and isolation requirements”. In a statement, the museum said: “We will remain closed … [Read more...] about London’s Natural History Museum closes for a week amid Covid-related ‘staff shortages,’ Some Theatre Shows Close
Stratford overtakes Waterloo as Britain’s busiest railway station
Stratford was Britain’s busiest railway station in the past year, new figures show. The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) said an estimated 14.0 million passengers traveled through the east London station in the year to the end of March. Passenger numbers across Britain dropped by 78% over the 12-month period due to the coronavirus pandemic. London’s #Stratford … [Read more...] about Stratford overtakes Waterloo as Britain’s busiest railway station
‘Superbloom’ field of flowers to surround Tower of London for Platinum Jubilee
The Tower of London will be surrounded by a vibrant field of millions of colorful flowers in celebration of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee next year. Historic Royal Palaces said the “Superbloom” floral display will fill and transform the moat around the tourist attraction in central London. In spring 2022, more than 20 million seeds will be sown from carefully designed seed … [Read more...] about ‘Superbloom’ field of flowers to surround Tower of London for Platinum Jubilee
London’s Elizabeth line reaches dress rehearsal stage ahead of 2022 launch
A new Tube line is in the dress rehearsal stage before opening to passengers next year, Transport for London (TfL) has said. Londoners will be able to take the Elizabeth line between Paddington and Abbey Wood from the first half of 2022. The line is currently undergoing the trial stage, to ensure the safety and reliability of the railway for public use and to test the … [Read more...] about London’s Elizabeth line reaches dress rehearsal stage ahead of 2022 launch
The Courtauld Gallery Reopening after 3 year closure for renovations – Here’s a look at what’s changed
The Courtauld Gallery at Somerset House has been closed since 2018 for the largest transformation project of its history. It reopens on Friday, Nov 19, 2021, allowing us to enjoy not only the magnificent Impressionist and Post Impressionist collection but so much more with the extra gallery space. The Courtauld is home to one of the greatest collections of art in the UK, … [Read more...] about The Courtauld Gallery Reopening after 3 year closure for renovations – Here’s a look at what’s changed
The London Fiver – Five Bookshops to Visit in the City of Westminster
Westminster is one of London’s largest and most important boroughs. A city in its own right, it contains the Houses of Parliament, Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, Whitehall, Westminster Abbey, Piccadilly Circus, and many more. With all there is to see here, you might not be thinking about finding a good bookshop, but that’s where we come into the picture. We have found five … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five Bookshops to Visit in the City of Westminster
World’s Oldest Toy Store Hamleys unveils its Harry Potter and Jurassic Park Christmas windows
Toy shop Hamleys has unveiled its Christmas windows with scenes from Harry Potter and Jurassic Park. The windows depict two scenes from the Harry Potter films against a snowy backdrop alongside the Jurassic Park feature, with toys from both blockbusters set to be big sellers again this year. Hamleys chief executive Sumeet Yadav said: “This year, we are bringing the magic … [Read more...] about World’s Oldest Toy Store Hamleys unveils its Harry Potter and Jurassic Park Christmas windows
Selfridges unveils ‘Christmas of Dreams’ 2021 window display, in October
It's a bit early, to be honest, I mean it's still October! But Selfridges has unveiled its Christmas window display with an “enchanted dream world” drawing on the Golden Age of Hollywood. With just under two months until the big day, the department store’s “Christmas of Dreams” campaign has been launched at its London, Birmingham, and Manchester stores and … [Read more...] about Selfridges unveils ‘Christmas of Dreams’ 2021 window display, in October
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