Winter Gardening Tool Care: Your Essential Guide
Give your gardening tools some vital TLC this winter. Our expert step-by-step guide ensures your spades, secateurs, and shears are clean, sharp, and ready for spring.
Give your gardening tools some vital TLC this winter. Our expert step-by-step guide ensures your spades, secateurs, and shears are clean, sharp, and ready for spring.
King Charles mastered the art of pouring a Guinness, creating a 'perfect' pint during a visit to mark the opening of the new Open Gate Brewery in Covent Garden. Read about the royal visit and his festive message.
King Charles III mastered the art of pouring a pint of Guinness at the new Open Gate Brewery in Covent Garden. Brewery staff joked he was 'hired' after his perfect pour. Read more about the royal visit.
Hammersmith and Fulham Council announces revised bin collection dates over Christmas and New Year, plus details for real Christmas tree recycling from January 5. Check your new schedule now.
The M27 motorway will shut for over 10 days this Christmas as a massive 8,500-tonne underpass is slid into place near Fareham. Plan your journeys now.
Discover why Dishoom in Covent Garden commands legendary queues. Our first-hand review covers the okra fries, chilli chicken, and the buzz that makes it a London must-visit. Book ahead!
Israel's military chief calls a Gaza demarcation line a 'new border', barring Palestinians from 58% of their territory. Read the on-ground report from The Guardian's correspondent.
A hands-on review of Gtech's cordless lawnmower, hedge trimmer, and grass edger. We tested their power, battery life, and value for money to see if the premium price tag is justified for UK gardens.
Daika Simmons, 23, was jailed after a dramatic police chase ended with him stuck on a garden fence. Read the full story of the burglary and dangerous driving.
Andrei Șerban's 1984 staging of Puccini's Turandot returns to Covent Garden for its 19th revival. Explore the spectacle, the famous aria, and exclusive rehearsal insights.
Nour AbuShammala's story of six displacements, injury, and devastation in Gaza over two years of war. A powerful account of survival and the struggle to rebuild.
Turkey's foreign minister states the primary task for a Gaza stabilisation force is to stop attacks, not disarm Hamas. Read the latest on the diplomatic stance.
Discover London's most stunning rooftop bars and heated terraces for magical Christmas catch-ups. From Sky Garden to hidden gems, plan your festive socials now.
Discover the magical Tuileries Garden Christmas Market in Paris, reachable in under 90 minutes from London. Find festive food, shopping, and romantic city lights.
A US-brokered ceasefire in Gaza has failed to stop the bloodshed, with over 360 Palestinians killed since October. Families remain trapped in dire conditions as Israel's 'yellow line' hardens into a permanent partition. Read the full report.
Maryam, 12, is one of few hundred patients allowed out of Gaza for critical care since October 2025. Read her story and the wider medical crisis.
Discover trench composting, an ancient gardening technique requiring minimal effort. Enrich your soil by burying kitchen and garden waste directly in trenches. Perfect for small spaces!
A mass wedding in Khan Younis offered a glimpse of hope, but Gaza remains gripped by violence, quasi-anarchy, and Hamas's resurgence. Read the full analysis of the monumental obstacles to peace and aid.
Covent Garden's festive Snow Flurry is back, offering guaranteed hourly 'snowfall' from 2-31 December. Discover the magical schedule for London's most reliable winter spectacle.
Fifty-four Palestinian couples married in a mass ceremony in Khan Younis, Gaza, organised by a charity. The event, held among war rubble, marks a poignant moment of resilience and new beginnings after two years of conflict.
A quiet revolution is underway in British gardens as ponds are restored, providing crucial habitats for struggling species like frogs and dragonflies. Discover how you can help.
Discover London's hottest new dining spots this December, from a late-night Mayfair lobster counter to a massive Guinness brewery and a tattoo parlour wine bar.
Discover Middle Eight, a stylish five-star hotel in Covent Garden offering luxury stays from £200. Read our review of its music-themed design, prime location, and exceptional value.
The hit BBC show comes to life in Covent Garden with immersive missions, mystery and deceit. Book tickets from £29.50 for this unique London night out.
Amnesty International reports Israel continues genocide in Gaza despite ceasefire, with 352 Palestinians killed since truce. Read the latest developments.
We tested Gtech's cordless lawnmower and hedge trimmer during the Black Friday sale. Discover if these premium garden gadgets are worth their price tag and how they performed in real-world use.
Seven Dials in Covent Garden will be completely pedestrianised on December 6 for 'Festive Saturday'. Enjoy special discounts, pop-ups, and a community carol service. Plan your visit now!
Israel and Hamas begin next phase of ceasefire negotiations as remains exchange continues. Turkish, Qatari and Egyptian officials discuss Gaza stabilisation force and reconstruction.
Dr Martens unveils its largest UK flagship store in London's Covent Garden, featuring two floors, a café, boot restoration & exclusive collections. Visit now!
Doughnation London launches a festive Turkey Cranberry Feast pizza with gravy dipping sauce. Available from 3rd November, this Covent Garden special is a must-try.