Latest articles by James Stokes
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Nordic Bar
One of the cooler places to impress your out-of-towner mates, Nordic Bar combines Scandinavisk, Arcade, and traditional sports bar into one sleek package
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The Albany
A stone's throw from Regents Park, this “hip and wholesome” pub in Fitzrovia puts a nifty spin on the classic English pub, with a seasonal menu and an eclectic roster of events
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Defectors Weld
Recently refurbished, this West London gem with an impressive courtyard is perfect for parties and big groups keen on craft beer and great street-food inspired pub grub
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Bramhall International Food & Craft Event
A fantastic mix of tasty cuisine and affordable handmade crafts and gifts in Bramhall Village centre.
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Winter in London: Activites and things to do
Whether you want to escape the cold or embrace it, there are so many things to do in London this winter - read on for our…
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Our interview with playwright Katia Haddad
Katia Haddad’s play MARIUPOL is based on her treasured memories of the Ukrainian city
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The Best Christmas Light Displays In And Around Manchester in 2024
From Manchester city centre to Chester Zoo, there are some fantastic light displays to illuminate these dark winter nights…
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Christmas Markets in and around Manchester
Find some excellent and unique Christmas presents, get a belly-full of festive food, and revel in the good cheer at the…
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Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre
Down in Dorset there’s a place where rescued apes roam free - and you can pay them a visit!
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The Best Christmas Carol Concerts and Services in London 2024
O come all ye faithful! Get into the festive spirit the traditional way with a Christmas carol concert - and sing along!
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Take part in Shelter’s Walk for Home on December 3rd
Shelter’s Walk for Home is a 5k or 10k walk around the capital, taking in some of it’s most iconic landmarks
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The Best Books Set in London
These are some unforgettable reads that brilliantly capture London’s unique essence as a multi-faceted metropolis made up…
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Westminster Abbey
Westminster Abbey is Britain’s Coronation Church, where every British monarch has been crowned on the famous Coronation Chair since 1066. First built by Benedictine monks in 960 AD, the abbey that…
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Paultons Park
Paultons Park is the UK’s favourite family theme park, designed to keep the whole family happy with rides and attractions fit for every age group. There are 70+ attractions spread out over the…
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Interview with artist Helen Brough
Culture Calling spoke to British artist Helen Brough, whose sculpture Heart of the Dahlia forms a centrepiece at this…
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Paddington Bear comes to Connaught Street!
The beloved Paddington Bear is stopping to eat a marmalade sandwich at 23 locations around the UK, with statues to…
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Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace is certainly the most famous of all the royal palaces as the official home of the King, and probably the most grand, measuring 108 metres wide and 24 metres high. It is very much a…
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The Tower Bridge Experience
Tower Bridge…well, towers, into the London skyline as you round the bend on the River Thames, and it has been there for 130 years now, a testament to Victorian mechanics, architecture and steam…
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Celebrating Black History Month in London
Black History Month celebrates the contributions of Africa and its peoples to world civilisation; from educational events to…
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Kipling Gardens
If you don’t want to stray too far from the city, Kipling Gardens are the perfect spot for a quiet getaway. Only a few miles from Brighton, the gardens originally belonged to Rudyard Kipling’s…