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London's Best Winter Walk Ends at Cosy Historic Pub

Discover the perfect North London winter walk from Highgate to Hampstead Heath, crowned number one by experts. The scenic route ends at a brilliant 18th-century pub. Plan your afternoon adventure now.

Mentor found guilty of abusing five schoolgirls

Emem Udaw, 50, convicted of 14 counts of indecent assault on girls under 16 at Holland Park School. The historic abuse, spanning 2001-2004, was uncovered via social media. Justice served after 20 years.

Global Week in 20 Pictures: War, Floods, Trump

A visual journey through the past week's defining moments: Russian strikes in Ukraine, devastating Asian floods, and Trump's FIFA honour. Explore the powerful images that captured our world.

Readers' Best Photographs: A Global Snapshot

Explore a stunning collection of Guardian readers' best photographs from around the world, featuring a stylish Parisian dog, a poised pigeon in Glasgow, and the Northern Lights in Iceland. Click to see the full gallery.

Croydon Minster's historic grounds set for revamp

Croydon Minster's forecourt is undergoing a major regeneration, removing a notorious subway and creating a safer, greener public space. Discover the plans for this historic landmark.

Empire State Building: A Timeless NYC Experience

Discover why the historic Empire State Building, a Wonder of the Modern World, is an unmissable experience for any visitor to New York City, offering tradition and breathtaking views.

Borough Market: London's Historic Food Paradise

Discover Borough Market, London's historic 18th-century food haven. Explore artisan producers, global street food, and must-try spots like The Black Pig. Plan your visit today!

Four arrested in £76m Louvre jewel heist

Four more suspects detained over the £76 million Louvre museum jewel robbery. The brazen daytime theft saw royal tiaras and necklaces stolen. Read the latest on the investigation.

Discover London's historic pubs from 1520 onwards

Explore London's oldest pubs from Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese to The Prospect of Whitby. Discover their fascinating stories, famous patrons like Charles Dickens, and centuries of history.

Tourists tear down ancient castle wall for photos

Tourists destroyed a 500-year-old wall at Ardvreck Castle to avoid wet feet for Instagram pictures. Historic Assynt condemns the vandalism on Scotland's NC500 route. Help protect our heritage.

Lost London revealed in historic photo collection

Discover London's vanished past through 300+ historic photographs in new book 'Panoramas of Lost London', featuring never-before-seen images of the capital's dramatic transformation.

Hornsey Town Hall restored after six-year project

North London's Grade II listed Art Deco gem, Hornsey Town Hall, reopens following a monumental six-year restoration, removed from the Heritage at Risk register. Discover the revived cultural hub.

Guardian Readers' Best Photographs Showcased

Explore a stunning collection of reader-submitted photographs from across the globe, featuring a screech owl in Canada, the Museum of the Moon in Gloucestershire, and vibrant scenes from London to Botswana.

10 Historic Hotels for a Time-Travel Getaway

Discover 10 unique hotels across the UK and Europe where you can step back in time, from Robert Browning's Florence apartment to a Tudor manor in Wales. Book your historic escape today!

London's Great Freeze of 1963: Milkmen on Skis

Relive London's coldest winter in 1963 when the capital froze for months. See how milkmen used skis and the Thames nearly froze. Discover more incredible photos from the Big Freeze.

Historic Simpson's Tavern to reopen as Cloth Cornhill

London's 18th century Simpson's Tavern is set to reopen in 2025 as Cloth Cornhill after a rent dispute closure. The new owners promise to maintain the historic spirit with chops, steaks and wine-fuelled lunches.

Brighton Pier For Sale Amid Tax Hike Pressures

The iconic Brighton Palace Pier faces an uncertain future as rising business rates and economic pressures prompt owners to seek new investment, sparking concerns about this beloved seaside treasure.

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