Discover Chafford Hundred, the Essex commuter town built on a Victorian landfill site. Now 35 years old, it's a thriving hub with Lakeside shopping and nature parks. Explore its remarkable transformation.
Discover 10 thoughtful gift ideas from UK small businesses this festive season. Support local entrepreneurs and find unique presents. Start your ethical shopping now!
Discover the 20 most-loved Christmas presents for 2025, from addictive card games and personalised chocolate to self-care essentials and pub-style gadgets. Find the perfect gift for everyone on your list.
Struggling with Christmas gifts for him? Our 2025 guide, curated by an expert, reveals 20 unique presents from tech to grooming that go beyond the usual suspects. Find inspiration now.
TfL increases Elizabeth line Saturday services to 20 trains an hour between Whitechapel and Paddington from 20 December. Plan your festive shopping and theatre trips now.
Discover a festive London staycation in Marylebone Village. Our guide covers luxury hotels, award-winning dining, and unique shopping for the perfect pre-Christmas break.
Discover unique Christmas gift ideas for dads in the UK. From tech gadgets and gourmet food to fitness gear and books, find the perfect present for every father.
East London social enterprise Round Retail is revolutionising second-hand fashion with curated pop-ups. Its latest City venture funds homelessness charity Providence Row, having already saved over 5,000kg of CO2. Discover the sustainable shopping movement
Discover the Monocle Christmas Market in Marylebone, London's most underrated festive fair featuring real reindeer and curated artisan brands on December 13-14, 2025.
UK rap icon Giggs halted Black Friday shopping on Oxford Street with an impromptu performance from a branded taxi, causing huge crowds and social media frenzy. Discover the details.
A unique converted Victorian water tower in Woolwich, London, hits the market for £1.5m. The nine-storey home boasts five bedrooms, two kitchens, and panoramic views reaching Wembley. Explore this historic property.
Discover unique and thoughtful international gift ideas for 2025, featuring artisan crafts, digital experiences, and sustainable presents. Find the perfect present for any occasion.
London's iconic Grade II-listed Sicilian Avenue reopens after a five-year restoration. Discover the first three new businesses moving in, from coffee to Japanese tea.
Discover a hidden London Christmas market that offers a magical, European-style festive experience. Find unique gifts, mulled wine, and authentic charm away from the crowds.
London's iconic Carnaby Street could be transformed by a major public realm revamp. Shaftesbury Capital's plans include new signage, lighting, and a return to its historic roots. Have your say in the consultation.
Discover the quirky festive rituals of Guardian writers, from ice-skating at Hampton Court Palace to 'intermittent wrapping' and bizarre mermaid ornaments. Find your new Christmas tradition.
A seasoned shopping editor shares her final-hour Amazon Cyber Monday picks for practical essentials, from beauty to homeware, helping you save money before the sales end.
Aperol brings a Florentine-style 'Festive Spritz Window' to London's Mayfair, offering free cocktails to shoppers from 2-4 December. Find the pop-up in St Christopher's Place.
Discover the most unique and artful Christmas presents for 2024. Our guide features a Traitors cloak, Britpop Trumps, a Gilbert & George swear box, and more quirky gifts for the culture lover in your life.
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.
New research reveals the UK's best high streets for indie shops, with three London locations making the top 10. Discover where to find unique boutiques and support small businesses.
A new Aldi store opens on Old Kent Road, SE15 on December 11, offering festive shoppers the UK's cheapest groceries and special Christmas hours.
Struggling to find the perfect present? Our guide reveals unique and thoughtful gift ideas for the person who seems to have it all, from personalised keepsakes to practical luxuries.
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!
Exploring the delicate balance of secondhand pricing as charity shops face rising costs. Discover why some pre-loved items now rival retail prices and what it means for shoppers.
Discover 10 brilliant brands offering thoughtful gifts for Christmas 2025, from secondhand cameras to bespoke desks. Find unique presents for everyone on your list.
Struggling to find the perfect present for a gamer? Discover 16 unique non-digital gift ideas, from retro Lego sets to vinyl soundtracks, chosen by experts.
Discover the ultimate gift guide for dads, featuring beard trimmers, travel gear and tech gadgets that real fathers genuinely love. Find the perfect present today!
Discover 7 unique independent London shops for Christmas 2025. From handmade fragrances to sustainable fashion, find gifts with stories that support local makers.
London's New Bond Street has claimed the top spot as the world's most expensive retail destination, with rents soaring 22% to £1,706 per square foot. Discover the details behind this luxury property surge.