SIGHTS ARTS SHOPPING EATING ENTERTAINMENT MAPS LONDON Free THE OFFICIAL MONTHLY GUIDE PLANNER JANUARY 2014 Welcome to 2014 New Year celebrations, new openings, and our new look!
Discover the city’s How to make your rock & pop pedigree visit truly magical
A WELCOME FROM THE MAYOR
As 2014 begins, there is probably no better way to get things started than with the London New Year’s Day Parade on 1 January. Join the throng as thousands of performers from around the world – musicians, drummers, marching bands – make their way through the streets for a lively and colourful celebration (p. 34).
London is the home of theatre, with an unbeatable variety of classic and contemporary drama, musicals and family friendly shows. This month sees Zoë Wanamaker starring in The Duchess Of Malfi at the brand new Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, which is opening as part of Shakespeare’s Globe (p. 62).
But there is a dazzling array of other productions and it is worth checking availability through the Get Into London Theatre scheme, which allows you to see some of the best shows in the capital for a fraction of the normal cost. There are some fantastic, world-class shows for all the family to enjoy, and at bargain prices (p. 17).
Boris Johnson, Mayor of London
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January 2014 Welcome, Bienvenue, Welkom, Willkommen, Bienvenido, Benvenuto... London is the top city in the world – it’s offi cial! It ranked fi rst place out of 50 cities in an international survey published at the end of 2013, knocking Paris off the top slot. The UK capital was also voted the city where visitors from different cultures felt it was easiest to fi t in, according to the same study (2013 Be Fashion Forward Anholt-GfK Roper City Brands Index). Peek into the wardrobe of arts patron Isabella Blow in We already knew that, as London’s Fashion Galore! at Somerset House (p. 52). Seen here fantastic multicultural mix is one of the posing with designer Alexander McQueen. things that makes it such a fun place to be. For instance, this month sees celebrations as diverse as Scotland’s Burns Night and the start of Chinese New Year (p. 34). Read on for my pick of this month’s highlights, and for our regular readers – we hope you enjoy our new-look magazine.
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Festival (above), as you turn LAWSON; JACK © FESTIVAL SCULPTING ICE INC; STUDIO LACHAPELLE DAVID © 1996 BLOW, ISABELLA AND MCQUEEN ALEXANDER your visit into a fairy tale EDITOR’S PORTRAIT BEATRICE YEATMAN-B BY Follow us online come true. ENTERTAINMENT MAPS SIGHTS ARTS SHOPPING EATING LONDON • visitlondon.com/ THE OFFICIAL MONTHLY GUIDE PLANNER Free JANUARY 2014 londonplanner Welcome to 2014 New Year celebrations, new openings, and our new look! • visitbritain.com/ Let It Rock! en/LondonPlanner Discover why the capital is a must LondonPlannerMag for rock and pop fans. From roof- raising shows like Thriller – Live Discover the city’s How to make your rock & pop pedigree visit truly magical @LondonPlannerMg on stage (left), to exhibitions COVER IMAGES: Tower bridge © Thinkstock; and concerts (p. 10-14). Guitars © British Music Experience; Nutcracker © Caroline Holden/Crowne Image
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Welcome From The Mayor A message from Boris Johnson, Mayor Of London
The Top Ten The city’s most popular attractions
The Capital Of Rock & Pop Why London’s the centre of the musical universe
London Loves Fun on a budget
Enchanted City Turn your visit into a fairy tale
Discover King’s Road in Chelsea
Beyond London Day trips and short breaks around Great Britain 27 Watch Showstoppers Looking Ahead 48 Catch the best shows, including Cirque Du Plan and book in advance 66 Soleil’s Quidam at the Royal Albert Hall. WHAT’S ON 78
Sightseeing 84 Museums & Galleries 87 Sports Entertainment 98 Shopping 100 Spas & Salons Eating Out Nightlife
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Theatreland Central London Bus London Underground Transport Symbols Explained Get Your Skates On! London Underground Docklands Light Enjoy a multitude of ice rinks, many at London’s Railway most iconic buildings, including the Natural London Overground National Rail History Museum (pictured above). London River Services Pier
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THE TOP TEN London’s Most Popular Attractions
NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM NATURAL IMAGE © NHM National Gallery This gallery is filled with priceless European art belonging to the nation. See great works by artists Botticelli, Da Vinci, Van Gogh and more (see Galleries).
British Museum This world-famous museum, founded in 1753, houses history’s greatest treasures, including Egyptian mummies and the Elgin Marbles (see Museums). Natural History Museum Explore the natural world, Tate Modern including a diplodocus skeleton A former power station in Bankside that hosts a globally- (above), child-friendly exhibitions, BRITISH MUSEUM IMAGE © BRITISH MODERN MUSEUM; IMAGE TATE © MUSEUM ESSEN FOLKWANG, GALLERY; GERMANY; © NATIONAL GALLERY NATIONAL recognised modern art collection, plus some great prehistoric fossils and much more temporary exhibitions, such as Paul Klee (above, p. 52). (see Museums). Continues P. 8
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Madame Tussauds See amazingly lifelike wax fi gures of famous people, including the Queen, Duchess Of Cambridge, Madonna (pictured), EDF Energy London Eye Hollywood and Bollywood stars, Experience the full glory of London by taking a plus 14 fun ride in one of the capsules (see Sightseeing). OCKPHOTO interactive zones On a clear day, views can extend as far as (see Sightseeing). Windsor Castle (see Sightseeing), which is over 40km away.
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stargazing at these interactive attractions DONONVI (see Museums/Sightseeing). NAL MARITIME MUSEUM; VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM © V&A IMAGES; OF TOWER LONDON © IST LONDON EYE IMAGE © LON NATIO © OBSERVATORY ROYAL Victoria And Albert Museum Tower Of London An incredible range of historic artefacts that The infamous 900-year-old English fortress spans more than 3,000 years and includes beside the River Thames is guarded by art, jewellery, photos, sculpture and fashion. Beefeaters in period dress. Home to kings and Enjoy a wide range of exhibitions, special prisoners for centuries, it’s also rumoured to events and more (see Museums). have ghosts (see Sightseeing).
« Compiled according to the latest available visitor numbers from London & Partners.
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FEATURE
London: The Capital Of S 23 52F. By David G. Taylor
10 | visitlondon.com | LONDON PLANNER | January 2014 DON’T MISS John Lennon’s Army jacket at The Vault, & The Beatles at the National Portrait Gallery ES, COURTESY OF LONDON BEATLES STORE; BEATLES IMAGE MICHAELES, COURTESY BY STORE; BEATLES OF LONDON PETO BEATLES
ifty years ago this month, to celebrate musical talents from The Beatles’ first album the UK and beyond. Top Rock Shops Fwas released in America, The first stop for any visiting and ‘Beatlemania’ suddenly went rock and pop fan, has to be the global. The record Introducing... British Music Experience The Beatles entered the US (p. 42), an interactive exhibition charts on 10 January 1964, and inside The O2 that tells the story really put the Great Britain on of the UK’s global pop and the map as a breeding ground rock influence, from the 1940s for serious onwards. It also musical talent. ‘David Bowie, has a collection The first British of memorabilia music invasion Oasis and Adele that includes a For memorabilia and ,12 APRIL 1965 © UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE THE COLLECTION PETO © UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE THE COLLECTION PETO had begun. are among many Vivienne Westwood collectables head for: Names such UK acts to achieve bondage suit London Beatles Store, p. 76 as The Rolling designed for the It’s Only Rock And Roll, p. 76 Stones, David global success’ Sex Pistols, and The Vault and the Rock Shop Bowie, Elton John, artefacts from David (Hard Rock Cafe), p. 37 BLUR & OASIS EXHIBIT © BRITISH MUSIC EXPERIENCE; LONDON BEATLES STOR BEATLES LONDON EXPERIENCE; MUSIC BRITISH © EXHIBIT OASIS & BLUR Queen, The Spice Girls, Oasis, Bowie, Ozzy Osbourne, Dusty Leona Lewis, Adele and One Springfield, The Spice Girls and Direction are among countless Freddie Mercury and others. UK acts to achieve success on Over the at the Victoria And a global scale since. Albert Museum (p. 47), not Meanwhile, January couldn’t only do they have Adam Ant’s be a better time to experience Prince Charming costume on the UK’s rock and pop pedigree, permanent display in the Theatre with exhibitions, tribute shows And Performance Galleries, but and live concerts all taking place right now you can still catch
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a special exhibition Club To (p. 84), which lines the walls Velvet Underground’s album Catwalk: London Fashion In of its restaurant with amazing cover, to British artist Richard The 1980s (p. 47). It looks at collectables from all kinds of Hamilton’s famous print how London nightclubs such international icons, while just depicting Rolling Stone, Mick as The Blitz, Taboo and Kinky across the road is its Rock Jagger, handcuffed over drug Gerlinky became a breeding Shop and The Vault (p. 37) charges in the 60s. ground for ideas and a place there’s even more to see. John At the National Portrait Gallery where young fashion designers Lennon’s military jacket, Eric (p. 51) a candid photo of could show off their skills. Their Clapton’s guitar, Madonna’s filmmaker Richard Lester (Help!) ROCK AND POP COSTUME © VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM, LONDON ALBERT AND VICTORIA © COSTUME POP AND ROCK creations often ending up being Jean Paul Gaultier bustier from with the Beatles shows Ringo worn by pop stars of the day her 1990 Blonde Ambition Starr, George Harrison, John such as Boy George, Adam Tour, are just a few highlights of Lennon and Paul McCartney Ant and Toyah, whose the collection. in their heyday (p. 11), while outrageous stage outfits all Over at the Barbican Art on display nearby are artworks feature in the show. Galleries, the Pop Art Design created by an American legend It’s not only UK music talent, (p. 80), is another place to find with Bob Dylan: Face Value. you can indulge your passion many rock and pop goodies, One attraction that really for. Music fans shouldn’t miss from Andy Warhol’s iconic let’s you get up close to your the Hard Rock Cafe banana silk screen print for a favourite rock and pop icons,
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ONE DIRECTION FIGURES ANT’S ADAM © GET SHOT LTD; See Live Concerts We’ve got quite a range taking place at venues big and small. You could see Sophie-Ellis Bextor (left) at the Bush Hall (21 Jan. bushhallmusic.co.uk), The 1975 at The O2 Brixton Academy (9-11 Jan, p 72), Mogwai at the Southbank Centre (24-25 Jan, p. 24). Veteran British reggae band Musical Youth play the Jazz Café (26 Jan, p. 71), and American rockers Maroon 5 storm The O2 Arena (10-11 Jan, p. 72). For even more live gigs, turn to Entertainment and p. 71.
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Tribute Acts And Shows On 24 Jan, the UK-based music ensemble, Icebreaker, are reimagining early songs by Kraftwerk, the German electronic pioneers, such as Trans Europe Express. In the show Kraftwerk Uncovered – A Future Past, Icebreaker’s live performance will be accompanied by film and this unusual event takes place in the Science Museum’s cool IMAX Cinema (p. 47).
More conventional homages taking place this month include: CATCH 11 Jan: The Smyths: The sharp moves Smiths Tribute at The O2 and hit songs in Academy Islington. Thriller – Live 17 Jan: Mercury at The New Wimbledon Theatre. 17 Jan: One Night Of Elvis: Lee ‘Memphis’ King at the or at least lifelike wax figures of Rhapsody, while Irish amateurs Richmond Theatre. IVE IMAGE COURTESTY OF THE SHOW them, is Madame Tussauds give American soul a spin in 25 Jan: The Counterfeit (p. 33). Pose with likenesses of The Commitments (p. 62). Stones at the Richmond Theatre. For further details,
UK talents like the phenomenally Our international favourites L – THRHILLER successful One Direction, Adele, get a look in too. See Michael turn to p. 72 Amy Winehouse and more. Jackson’s moves brilliantly If it’s live music you’re after recreated in Thriller – Live One Night Of Elvis then London has plenty of that (p. 66), Whitney Houston’s too from concerts back-catalogue (p. 13) to tribute ‘See Michael revisited in The shows (right). Jackson’s moves Bodyguard (p. 62), The West End and Frankie Valli and too is buzzing, with brilliantly the Four Seasons a range of musical recreated in story provide hit theatre shows Thriller – Live’ after hit in The paying homage Jersey Boys (p. 64). to pop and rock greats. For If you’ve ever wanted to be instance, Beatles fans can a star yourself, then experience experience the ‘Fab Four’ in the potential pitfalls as the action thanks to Let It Be play Mojo takes audiences (p. 64); a show cum concert at back to London’s Soho of the the Savoy Theatre, packed with 1950s and the struggles of one more than 40 of their hits. aspiring rock ‘n ‘roll star (p. 67). Enjoy the songs of Freddie With so much choice, it’s Mercury and Queen with We not hard to see why London is Will Rock You (p. 66) belting out considered the centre of the anthems like the epic Bohemian rock and pop universe.
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LONDON LOVES Fun On A By Rebecca Schulman Budget
Cheap Seats Billy Elliot The Musical, Disney’s The Lion Free Exhibitions King and Wicked are among the top While away an afternoon in shows offering cut-price deals as part some of the capital’s free OCKPHOTO; OCKPHOTO; of Get Into London Theatre, the museums and galleries, annual discount ticket scheme. including the Museum Of Running from 1 January to London, Victoria And Albert 13 February, bargain tickets
OCKPHOTO Museum (below) and the cost £10, £15, £25, National Gallery. See p. 40- £35 or £40. Book via 52 for more ideas. 0844 581 5050 or getintolondontheatre.
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Affordable Food Cheap lunches abound at KERB, a street food Cheap collective at the top of King’s Boulevard in Eats King’s Cross. From 12pm-2.30pm, Tues- Bargain Brands! Fri, fi nd a selection of The January Sales are stalls and vans selling taking place at shops across a wide variety of street the city, with some brands food at affordable prices, offering up to 75% off including Indian cuisine from throughout the month. Turn Horn OK Please (right), to Shopping for our pick of King’s Boulevard, N1C stores to visit (p. 74-78). 4AH. King’s Cross St. Pancras. Off map.
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Left: The London Ice Sculpting Festival. Right: Wicked The teeped in history and still blockbuster movie and Musical young girl whose toys ARVED PARROT © MUSEUMARVED PARROT OF LONDON reeling from the magic of rock spectacular rolled come to life, and battle SChristmas, there’s plenty into one’: Peter Pan – The commences between her to make you feel like you are part Never Ending Story (p. 72). nutcracker doll, and the Mouse EMERALD C EMERALD of your own fable as you take in Amazing special effects and King – all to the soundtrack of the delights of the capital. direction from renowned names Tchaikovsky’s famous score If you thought that ice was including Luc Petit (Cirque Du (ballet.org.uk). purely functional, then think Soleil) and Geert Allaert (Les If you like fairy tales, both again. The London Ice Sculpting Miserables) inject J. M. Barrie’s good and bad, then the multi Festival proves that, with a little classic story with all the award-winning show Wicked imagination and a lot of talent, magic it deserves. The Musical (p. 66) will provide frozen water can be fantastical. Meanwhile, in the classic thrills as well as spellbinding
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L. Baum’s classic story, The Wizard Of Oz, and tells the tale of two young witches who eventually become rivals. There’s no better place to imagine the lives of kings and queens than in the royal palaces around
London. At Hampton PALACES ROYAL ER/HISTORIC Court Palace (p. 30), see the recreated Imperial crown of King Henry VIII (pictured). The original was used by all the King’s Snow Queen successors down to Charles Of Harry Potter Tour, Sensation I, until the Commonwealth Hogwarts In The Snow government melted it in 1649. (p. 37), the school of witches If you really want to feel like Elizabeth I was held prisoner and wizardry has been given a a fairy tale queen, surely here before she became queen, sparkling makeover. nothing can compare to and it saw several executions, See Hogwarts enveloped in having crushed diamonds but the Tower Of London a blanket of snow, applied to your face. (p. 37) is also famous for with accompanying A new treatment at Browns holding precious ceremonial festive decorations. Hotel And Spa does just objects associated with Some of the that, as part of a one-hour the coronations of most inspirational facial that promises to make many kings and childhood you look younger, using queens, the reading NuBo products, celebrated Crown Jewels. experiences for their anti-ageing benefits. Meanwhile, involved Shine bright like a diamond with its ornate illustrations. (literally) with the NuBo structure and Who could Snow Queen Facial (£110). ERENTEV; NUTCRACKER IMAGE © CAROLINE HOLDEN; CROWN IMAGE © ROBIN FORST lavish decoration, forget the Browns Hotel, Albermarle the Queen’s otherworldly Street, W1S 4BP. ceremonial Gold pictures of the 020 7493 6020. State Coach (pictured above) Brothers Grimm books? Delve brownshotel.com. at Buckingham Palace’s Royal into these stories once more Green Park. Map C5.
Mews, will take your breath as you admire the illustrations ETH II; JEWELS © EVGENY T away, as will the Museum from our favourite tales, in the Of London exhibition Cheapside British Library’s Picture This: Hoard: London’s Lost Children’s Illustrated Classics Jewels (p. 46). (p. 42). There could hardly Fans of Harry Potter will be be a more appropriate way pleased to hear that, to end your fairy tale at The Making GET LOST in experience of London... the imaginary world of Clara and her toys in The Nutcracker GOLD STATE COACH © ROYAL COLLECTION TRUST\HER MAJESTY QUEEN ELIZAB QUEEN MAJESTY TRUST\HER COLLECTION ROYAL © COACH STATE GOLD
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22 | visitlondon.com | LONDON PLANNER | January 2014 SLOANE AVE A Brief History OLD CHURCH ST Now an affl uent high FULHAM ROAD street, it was a more bohemian King’s Road at the SLOANE SQUARE epicentre of ‘Swinging London’ STATION in the 1960s, and the place to KING’S ROAD CHELSEA BRIDGE ROAD buy Mary Quant’s eyebrow- OAKLEY ST raising mini skirts. You can still visit a Quant’s cosmetics store.
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IENNE WESTWOOD SIGNATURE ORB © G © ORB SIGNATURE WESTWOOD IENNE English Heritage’s blue plaques in a former petrol station. mark the places notable You’ll also fi nd great Directory EW; VIV creatives lived and worked, gastropubs, such as Bluebird Chelsea including James Bond creator The Cadogan Arms. And don’t 350 King’s Road, SW3 Ian Fleming (Dr. No), Bram forget to try award-winning 5UU. 020 7559 1000. Stoker (Dracula), composer Indian restaurant Chutney Mary bluebird-restaurant.co.uk IN/BRITAIN ON VI ON IN/BRITAIN Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, (off map, p. 87). ceramicist William De Morgan The Cadogan Arms (p. 44), and painter Dante Live On Screen 298 King’s Road, SW3 Gabriel Rossetti. For details Alongside the latest 5UG. 020 7352 6500. go to english-heritage.org.uk blockbuster fi lms, watch thecadoganarms live screenings of opera and chelsea.com Art Exhibitions ballet inexpensively at the Today contemporary Chelsea Curzon cinema. Chelsea Curzon artists show at the There’s the Royal Opera House 206 King’s Road, SW3. Saatchi Gallery. Its current Live with Marius Petipa’s Giselle 0330 500 1331. exhibitions include New Order: (27 Jan) at 7.15pm, plus the curzoncinemas.com British Art Today II (to 6 Apr) National Theatre Live’s Mary Quant GAN ARMS CHELSEA, TAVERN, LONDON © VISITBRITA and Body Language (to 16 Coriolanus (30 Jan) at 7pm. 37 Duke Of York Square, Mar, saatchigallery.com). SW3 4LY. 020 7881 Brave New Works 9833. maryquant.co.uk Shopping Heaven The Royal Court Theatre is The January sales famous for innovation and Peter Jones are the perfect new writers. Head there for a Sloane Square, SW1W time to fi nd bargains. one-woman Samuel Beckett 8EL. 020 7730 3434. The 1.9 mile (3.1 trilogy, Not I, Footfalls, Rockaby johnlewis.com
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SIGHTSEEING
By Kohinoor Sahota
A Royal Invitation When you set foot inside It was less than 200 Buckingham Palace, it’s like years ago that the palace being part of a real-life fairy tale. transformed into what we There are grand staircases, recognise today. In 1826 the crystal chandeliers and ornate architect John Nash remodelled furnishings. It is one of the most the townhouse into a palace, famous palaces in the world, but and four years later Edward for the British public it’s also Blore created the famous front
a place where they can share façade. The palace contains All The LIBERA VISITLONDONIMAGES/BRITAINONVIEW/PAWEL IMAGE© MAIN GUARDS, in the royal family’s sorrow and 775 rooms and has 1,514 King’s Men happiness. It’s not often you doors. Since 1837, when Prepare for an extraordinary can visit, but you can with the Queen Victoria moved in, it sight: 365 years on, Charles Exclusive Guided Tour Of The has been the offi cial residence I’s death is commemorated State Rooms (to 2 Feb, £75). and workplace for the British on 27 Jan by the King’s During the tour, you can monarch. The palace has been Army – historical re- enjoy a glass of champagne visited by Prime Ministers; enactment specialists in and take in the regal sights of American Presidents, and, of period uniform who process 19 state rooms, such as the course, ‘James Bond’, during from St. James’s Palace Throne Room, which is where the 2012 Olympics Opening (p. 37) in the Mall, to the William and Kate had their Ceremony. Buckingham King’s place of execution wedding photos taken; and an Palace, SW1A 1AA. 020 7766 at the Banqueting House art collection including work by 7300. royalcollection.org.uk. in Whitehall (p. 28). Van Dyck and Canaletto. Victoria. Map D5.
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To dial the United Kingdom remove the free. One Siemens Brothers Way, Royal fi rst 0 and add 44. Victoria Docks, E16 1GB. 020 7055 6400. Times and prices are correct at time of press, but thecrystal.org. Royal Victoria. Off map. call to check. Last entrance times to attractions vary – please check in advance. CUTTY SARK This 19th-century ship is the last Many attractions offer admission discounts surviving tea clipper in the world. Reopened last when purchasing tickets in advance online. year after major restoration, it offers visitors Prices listed are for tickets bought in person the chnace to explore above and below decks, unless otherwise stated. and features interactive displays. 5 Jan: Ahoy Captain! Meet Captain Woodget and hear his tales of life on board the famous cargo ship. Daily 10am-5pm. Admission Map: refers to grid on our Central London Map. £12, child £6.50. King William Walk, SE10 9HT. TBC: stands for to be confi rmed. 020 8858 2698. rmg.co.uk/cuttysark. Cutty Transport symbols: see Contents page for key. Sark Greenwich. Map inset.
BANQUETING HOUSE This grand old building was designed by Inigo Jones for James I, with an exquisite painted ceiling by celebrated baroque artist Peter Paul Rubens. Mon-Sun 10am-5pm. Check for closures. Admission £5, child free. Whitehall, SW1A 2ER. 020 3166 6000. hrp.org.uk. Charing Cross. Map C6.
CEREMONY OF THE KEYS Each night since 1340, the Tower Of London’s outer gates are locked at 9.53pm and the keys delivered to the warden. To watch for free, send names, dates and an SAE two months ahead of your visit, to: Ceremony Of The Keys Our Offi ce, HM Tower Of London, EC3N 4AB. Pick Tower Of London, Tower Hill, EC3N 4AB. 020 3166 6000. hrp.org.uk. Tower Hill. Map C9. Get Your Skates On CHANGING THE GUARD At 11.30am on During the Frost Fairs of the 15th century, alternate days, watch the changing of the Londoners would skate on the frozen- Queen’s Guard on the Palace’s forecourt. No over River Thames. Now the Thames no ceremony in very wet weather. Buckingham longer freezes and the capital’s rinks are Palace, The Mall, SW1A 1AA. 020 7766 man-made, but their locations are still 7300. royal.gov.uk. Victoria, Green rich in history: some of the city’s most Park. Map D5. The Mounted Guard Changing outstanding monuments providing a Ceremony takes place Mon-Sat 11am; Sun romantic backdrop. Somerset House 10am. The mounted sentries change every (p. 34) offers skating ‘club nights’ after hour. Horse Guards Parade,Whitehall, SW1A dark and Glad Tidings Tuesdays, with 1DH. 020 7414 3269. army.mod.uk/events. pop-up Christmas shops and festive St. James’s Park/Green Park. Map C6. food and drink. Other historic sites include the Natural THE CRYSTAL The world’s fi rst centre History Museum (p. 46), with an extra rink dedicated to improving knowledge of urban just for kids, Hampton Court Palace sustainability. The landmark (a sustainable (p. 30), and of course the Tower Of London cities initiative by Siemens) features (p. 37). Of the more contemporary ice rink an interactive exhibition, lectures and settings, there’s Broadgate (broadgate. conferences. It aims to educate on important co.uk/ice. 0845 653 1424), the London global issues. Tues-Sun 10am-5pm. Admission Eye (p. 33) and Westfi eld London (p. 76).
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HAMPTON COURT PALACE Once home KENSINGTON PALACE This royal residence to King Henry VIII, this magnificent Tudor sits in Kensington Gardens and was palace and impressive maze is set in 60 acres Princess Diana’s last home. To 4 Jul: Fashion of parkland. Daily 10am-6pm; opening times Rules. Exquisite dresses once worn by HM for gardens vary. Palace, maze and gardens Queen Elizabeth II, Princess Margaret and admission £16, child £8; maze only £4, child Diana, Princess of Wales form this £2.50. Hampton Court, East Molesey, Surrey, exhibition. It explores how Royal figures KT8 9AU. 0844 482 7777. hrp.org.uk. represented the spirit of each decade. Hampton Court. Off map. To 6 Jan: Christmas At Kensington – Game Of Crowns. Enjoy 17th- HMS BELFAST Permanently century style festive celebrations. Daily 10am- moored on the River Thames, this ship is 5pm. General admission £15, child (under 16) Europe’s only surviving World War II cruiser. free. Kensington Gardens, W8 4PX. 0844 482 In service until 1965, it is now a reminder 7777. hrp.org.uk. High Street Kensington/ of Britain’s naval heritage. Daily 10am-5pm. Queensway. Map C1. Admission £14.50, child free. Daily 10am- 5pm. Admission £14.50, child free. The ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW A Queen’s Walk, off Tooley Street, SE1 2JH. botanical research centre and World Heritage 020 7940 6300. iwm.org.uk. Site containing plants from across the globe, with London Bridge. a tropical greenhouse and a Map C9. stunning pagoda. The Xstrata Treetop Walkway offers great HOUSEHOLD CAVALRY views of the changing MUSEUM Discover the season. The Victorian history of the mounted Temperate House, dating guards who participate from 1863, is closed for in Changing The Guard Great City restoration until 2018. (p. 28) and witness their To 4 Jan: day-to-day life, including Views Christmas At Kew. Each working their horses in night, Kew is illuminated with 18th-century stables. Daily lights, plus a festive village inspection at 4pm. Daily with stalls, music, vintage 10am-5pm. Admission rides and treats (open until £6, child £4. Horse 10pm); tickets £12.50, Guards, Whitehall, SW1A child £8. Gardens open 2AX. 020 7930 3070. 9.30am, closing times vary; SHARD THE FROM VIEW THE © SHARD THE householdcavalrymuseum. 1. The View From The Shard, p. 34 glasshouses and galleries co.uk. Westminster. 2. St. Paul’s Cathedral, p. 37 close 3.45pm. Admission Map D6. 3. The Monument, p. 33 £16, child free. Richmond, 4. EDF Energy London Eye, p. 33 TW9 3AB. 020 8332 5655. HOUSES OF 5. Up At The O2, p. 58 kew.org. Kew PARLIAMENT Parliament’s 6. Tower Bridge, p. 37 Gardens. Off map. home since 1265, though the current building was constructed in the SEA LIFE LONDON AQUARIUM 19th century in neo-gothic style. Its clock One of Europe’s largest aquaria, with 500 tower houses the famous bell Big Ben. Watch species of global marine life and walk-through debates and committees on a first come, first tank tunnels. Meet green sea turtles Boris served basis. Learn about the history, politics, and Phoenix during the VIP Turtle Feeding art and architecture of this world-famous Experience and learn about one of the world’s building during a 75-minute tour every Sat. See largest species of sea turtle (tickets £55), or the Queen’s Robing Room, the Royal Gallery, experience the thrilling Shark Reef Encounter. Central Lobby and Westminster Hall. Sat Mon-Sun 10am-7pm. Admission £20.70, 9.15am-4.30pm. Tour £16.50; child £7 (one child £15. Joint tickets with London Eye, child free with each paying adult, otherwise). London Dungeon and Madame Tussauds Westminster, SW1A 0AA. 0844 847 1672. available. County Hall, Westminster Bridge parliament.uk/visiting. Westminster. Road, SE1 7PB. 0871 663 1678. visitsealife. Map D6. com/london. Westminster. Map D6.
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LONDON BRIDGE EXPERIENCE An and Penguin Beach, among other attractions. exciting history lesson describing the past of Daily 10am-4pm. Admission from £21, child the 1,700-year-old London Bridge site. Tickets £16.50. Regent’s Park, NW1 4RY. 020 7722 also include The London Tombs, housed in a 3333. zsl.org. Camden Town. Map A4. former plague pit. Mon-Fri, Sun 10am-5pm; Sat 10am-6pm. Admission £23, child £17. MADAME TUSSAUDS Celebrated 2-4 Tooley Street, SE1 2SY. 0844 847 2287. home of life-sized wax figures depicting famous thelondonbridgeexperience.com. people from the worlds of politics, sport, history London Bridge. Map C8. and entertainment. Pose with your favourite legend and visit the terrifying Chamber Of Horrors LONDON DUNGEON At this world-famous and Scream experiences. Opening times vary; attraction, spectacular sets, actors and special check website. Admission £30, child £25.80. effects evoke ghoulish encounters from Joint tickets with the London Eye, London Britain’s past in a grimly comedic style. Note, Dungeon and London Aquarium available. not for small children or the faint-hearted. Marylebone Road, NW1 5LR. 0871 894 3000. Mon-Wed & Fri 10am-5pm; Thurs 11am-5pm; madametussauds.com. Baker Street. Map A4. Sat & Sun 10am-6pm. Admission £24.60, child £19.20. Joint tickets with London Eye, MARITIME GREENWICH WORLD London Aquarium and Madame Tussauds HERITAGE SITE Stunning neo-classical available. County Hall, Westminster buildings on the River Thames, with World Bridge Road, SE1 7PB. 0871 423 2240. Heritage Status, including The Old Royal Naval thedungeons.com. Waterloo. College, The Chapel and The Painted Hall. Map C6. Painted Hall and Chapel open daily 10am-5pm. College grounds open daily 8am-6pm. Tour £5. EDF ENERGY LONDON EYE This London Admission free. 2 Cutty Sark Gardens, SE10 icon is one of the world’s largest observation 9LW. 0870 608 2000. visitgreenwich.org.uk. wheels, and takes centre stage on the River Greenwich, or Cutty Sark. Map inset. Thames. Interactive screens in each pod give an insight into the landmarks on view. Take a THE MONUMENT This beautiful stone Champagne Tasting Capsule to enjoy a glass column nestling in the heart of the City was of bubbly in one of the pods (tickets £47.50). built in 1677 to commemorate the 1666 Great Ride and river tour packages, plus joint tickets Fire Of London. Visitors can see architect and with the London Aquarium, Madame Tussauds scientist Sir Christopher Wren’s laboratory. and the London Dungeon available. Daily Daily 9.30am-5.30pm. Admission £3, child 10am-8.30pm. Admission from £19.20, child £1.50. Joint ticket with the Tower Bridge £12.30. South Bank, SE1 7PB. 0871 781 Exhibition is available.Monument Street, EC3R 3000. londoneye.com. Waterloo. 6BD. 020 7626 2717. themonument.info. Map C6. Monument. Map C8.
WWT LONDON WETLAND CENTRE OLD ROYAL NAVAL COLLEGE This baroque On this 42-hectare wildlife reserve, look out for masterpiece is the home of British naval more than 100 species of rare and wild birds, training, with costumed characters and tours. plus a family of otters who live in a specially- Grounds open daily 8am-6pm; Painted Hall, designed holt. The otters are fed daily at Chapel and Discover Greenwich visitor centre 11am and 2pm. Tours and bird-spotting hides, open daily 10am-5pm. Tours noon and 2pm; and the Water’s Edge Café. Daily 9.30am- £5, child free. Admission free. Greenwich, 5pm. Admission £10.59, child £5.91. Queen SE10 9NN. 020 8269 4747. ornc.org. Elizabeth’s Walk, SW13 9WT. 020 8409 Cutty Sark or Greenwich. 4400. wwt.org.uk. Barnes. Off map. QUEEN ELIZABETH OLYMPIC PARK ZSL LONDON ZOO The world’s Formerly the site of the London 2012 Olympic oldest scientific zoo, includes more than 750 and Paralympic Games, this impressive park is species, including gorillas, meerkats, giraffes, gradually reopening to the public; now you can lions and zebras. Check out the Tiger Territory visit the North Park. The South Park will open and its endangered Sumatran residents. in Easter, and include the Aquatics Centre and There’s a colourful Aquarium and an exotic the observation tower, the ArcelorMittal Orbit. Reptile House too. Don’t miss Rainforest Life Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Stratford,
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E20 2ST. 0800 072 2110. queenelizabeth. ROYAL OBSERVATORY The home of olympicpark.co.uk. Stratford. Greenwich Mean Time. The Peter Harrison Off map. Planetarium has a programme of regular shows, including the child-friendly. Don’t RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT! This miss Undiscovered World, which explores curiosity shop-style museum is a big hit. Explore a how technology has led us to discover huge range of oddities, from a shrunken head to planets outside the solar system. To 23 Feb: an albino alligator. Don’t miss the mind-blowing Astronomy Photographer Of The Year. Talented Mirror Maze. Daily 10am-midnight (last entry photographers submit their images of the night 10.30pm). Admission £26.95, child £21.95. 1 sky. Daily 10am-5pm; Planetarium times vary. Piccadilly Circus, W1J ODA. 020 3238 0022. Admission £7, child £2.50; Planetarium £6.50, ripleyslondon.com. Piccadilly Circus. Map C5. child £4.50. Blackheath Avenue, SE10 8XJ. 020 8858 4422. rmg.co.uk. Cutty Sark Greenwich. Map inset.
SHAKESPEARE’S GLOBE THEATRE & EXHIBITION Visit this reconstruction of Shakespeare’s original Elizabethan Globe Theatre and explore its fascinating exhibition spaces. The building has one of the only thatched roofs in London. Exhibition: Mon-Sun 10am-5.30pm. Tours: 10.30am-5pm. Admission £13.50, child £8. 21 New Globe Walk, SE1 9DT. 020 7902 1400. shakespearesglobe.com. Blackfriars. Map C8. Important Dates THE VIEW FROM THE SHARD Hop in a high-speed ‘kaleidoscopic’ lift and enjoy the This Month view from the top of the 310m-high skyscraper. OCKPHOTO.COM 1 Jan: New Year’s Day Parade This recent addition to the London skyline is the Colourful fl oats, 10,000 performers, and half highest building in Western Europe. Sun-Wed a million people line the streets in this annual 10am-7pm; Thur-Sat 10am-10pm (last entry one hour earlier). Advance booking recommended. parade. Get groovy to the 60s theme. Sets off IST © NIGHT BURNS from outside The Ritz at 11.45am. Admission £29.95, child £23.95 (cheaper when bought online). Joiner Street, SE1 9SP. 5 Jan: Twelfth Night theviewfromtheshard.com. 0844 499 7111. It may be time to take down the Christmas London Bridge. Map C9. decorations, but instead of feeling gloomy join the Twelfth Night celebrations that kick off at SOMERSET HOUSE Explore this neoclassical Shakespeare’s Globe and end in the George 18th-century building, which houses the famous Inn. There’s comic shows, dancers and a prize Courtauld Gallery, cafés and restaurants. for whoever fi nds a bean in their cake! To 5 Jan: Skate At Somerset 25 Jan: Burns Night (pictured) House. Get into the festive spirit at this pop-up Haggis and whiskey, what else do you need ice rink, and skate in front of the iconic building. to get into the Scottish spirit? To celebrate the Embankment level daily 10am-6pm; river Scottish poet, Robert Burns, restaurants and terrace and Seamen’s Hall daily 8am-11pm; bars hold special evenings dedicated to the courtyard daily 7.30am-11pm. General admission national icon. free. Strand, WC2R 1LA. 020 7845 4600. 31 Jan: Chinese New Year somersethouse.org.uk. Temple. Map C6. Prolong the new year celebrations, and gallop into the Year of the Horse. Visit Chinatown, SOUTHBANK CENTRE World-famous arts in Leicester Square, which is elaborately centre that hosts exhibitions, music and dance decorated with lanterns and lights. Festivities performances and festivals (see Entertainment). continue on the following weekend, in To 10 Jan: Winter Festival. Trafalgar Square, with lion dancing, food stalls The whole site gets into the festive spirit with and a fi reworks display. art installations, markets and Christmas shows. Prices and opening times vary, check website for
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details. Belvedere Road, SE1 8XX. TOWER OF LONDON The world-famous 020 7960 4200. southbankcentre.co.uk. historic landmark includes the Bloody Tower, Waterloo/Embankment. Map C7. Traitors’ Gate and the Jewel House, home of the Crown Jewels. Admission includes the Prisoners ST. JAMES’S PALACE One of London’s oldest Of The Tower exhibition, plus costumed tours. 8, palaces, constructed in the 14th century and 15, 22, 29 Jan: Tower Twilight Tours. See famous home to royalty for three centuries. Visitors can sights like the Traitors Gate and the Bloody watch part of the Queen’s Guard mount daily at Tower (p. 33). Tues-Sat 9am-4.30pm; Sun & Mon 11am in Friary Court. Palace and house closed 10am-4.30pm. Admission £19.50, child £9.75. to the public. Marlborough Road, SW1A 1BS. Tower Hill, EC3N 4AB. 0844 482 7799. hrp. royal.gov.uk. 020 7930 4832 St. James’s org.uk. Tower Hill. Map C9. Park. Map C5/D5. THE VAULT The Hard Rock Cafe’s revamped ST. MARTIN-IN-THE-FIELDS Church with live rock ‘n’ roll memorabilia museum (p. 84). Daily classical and brass rubbing centre. Enjoy Jazz In 11.30am-9pm. Admission free. Rock Shop, The The Crypt every Wed 8pm in the atmospheric Hard Rock Cafe London, 150 Old Park Lane, Café In The Crypt. Check for opening times. W1K 1QZ. 020 7514 1700. hardrock.com. Admission free; brass rubbing from £4.50. Hyde Park Corner. Map D4. Trafalgar Square, WC2N 4JJ. 020 7766 1100. smitf.org. STARGAZE at WARNER Charing Cross. Astronomy BROS. STUDIO TOUR Map C6. Photographer Of LONDON Explore The Year at the behind the scenes on ST. PAUL’S CATHEDRAL Royal Observatory, The Making Of Harry Sir Christopher Wren’s p. 34 Potter tour for a magical 300-year-old cathedral is experience. Visitors can
NAL MARITIME MUSEUM fi lled with stunning mosaics witness some of the fi lm and craftsmanship. Climb up series’ most iconic sets, the dome to the Whispering including the Great Hall, Gallery, then down to the Hagrid’s Hut and the crypt, with its monuments Gryffi ndor Common Room. to famous Britons. Don’t To 6 Jan: Hogwarts In The miss Oculus: An Eye Into Snow. Festive food props, St. Paul’s, a 270-degree fi lm decorations and fake snow. ROYAL OBSERVATORY © NATIO © OBSERVATORY ROYAL experience for an excellent Advanced, timed tickets only overview. Free tours. Mon- online. Opening daily, times Sat 8.30am-4pm. Admission vary, please check website £16, child £7. St. Paul’s for details. Admission Churchyard, EC4M 8AD. £30, child £22.50. 020 7246 8357. stpauls. Studio Tour Drive, co.uk. St. Paul’s. Leavesden, Hertfordshire, Map B8. WD25 7LS. 08450 840 900. wbstudiotour. co.uk. Watford Junction. Off Map. THE TOWER BRIDGE EXHIBITION This breathtaking bridge, designed in 1884, is one WELLINGTON ARCH Climb to the viewing of London’s most famous landmarks, offering galleries of this magnifi cent arch, which stands wonderful views of the city (not to be confused astride Hyde Park Corner for panoramic views with its less grand, but much older neighbour, over the Royal Parks and Parliament, plus an London Bridge). Don’t miss the exhibition exhibition about the arch’s history. Wed-Sun This Is London, with illustrations by Czech 10am-4pm. Admission £4, child £2.40. artist Miroslav Sasek that provide a child-like Apsley Way, Hyde Park Corner, W1J 7JZ. perspective of the capital and its people. 020 7930 2726. english-heritage.org.uk. Daily 9.30am-5.30pm. Admission £8, child Hyde Park Corner. Map D4. £3.40. Joint tickets with The Monument are available. Tower Bridge Road, SE1 2UP. 020 WESTMINSTER ABBEY Consecrated 7403 3761. towerbridge.org.uk. in the year 1065, this magnifi cent abbey is Tower Hill. Map C9. the crowning and burial site of most English
January 2014 | LONDON PLANNER | visitlondon.com | 37 SIGHTSEEING monarchs. It also houses Poets’ Corner, the Queen’s Box. Departs hourly on selected burial place of famous writers including Charles dates 10.30am-3.30pm. Check for Afternoon Dickens. Opening times vary, please check. Mon, Tea Tours, and Family Victorian Experience Tues & Thurs-Fri 9.30am-3.30pm; Wed 9.30am- tour. Tickets from £11. Kensington Gore, SW7 6pm; Sat 9.30am-1.30pm. Admission £18, child 2AP. 020 7589 8212. royalalberthall.com. £8, under-11s free; tour £3. Broad Sanctuary, South Kensington. Map D2. SW1P 3PA. 020 7222 5152.westminster- abbey.org. Westminster. Map D6. SEE LONDON BY NIGHT TOUR Special winter tour in a double-decker bus that explores the West End and City under the cloak of darkness, giving visitors a unique view of the BIG BUS TOURS Daily sightseeing trips aboard capital. There are regular departures from outside a fl eet of open-top double-decker buses. Take in The Ritz at Green Park. Daily; please check for the city’s very best sights guided by a multilingual times. Tickets £15, child £10. Piccadilly, W1J commentary. A hop-on, hop-off ticket includes 9BR. 020 7183 4744.seelondonbynight.com. a river cruise and guided walking tours. Tickets Green Park. Map C5. £30, child £12, family £72. 48 Buckingham Palace Road, SW1W 0RN. 020 7233 9533. bigbustours.com. Victoria. Map D4. BIG BUS WALKING TOURS Three tours to CITY CRUISES Guided sightseeing tours choose from, including Ghosts By Gaslight and on the River Thames between Westminster, Royal London; routes vary, please call in advance Waterloo, Tower and Greenwich piers. Available for details. Walks are free with the Big Bus Tour, every day. Lunch, tea and dinner cruises are or £5 if purchased separately. Daily from Trafalgar available. The Red River Rover offers all-day, Square ( Charing Cross). 48 Buckingham hop-on, hop-off sightseeing, while the London Palace Road, SW1W 0RN. 020 7233 9533. Showboat cabaret cruise boasts a four-course bigbustours.com. Victoria. Map D4. meal and wine. Ticket prices, times and departure points vary; please check the DR JOHNSON’S WALKS Departing from Dr website for further details. 020 7740 0400. Johnson’s House (p. 44), the one-time home citycruises.com. of writer Samuel Johnson and now a museum. Discover his life and work around Fleet Street LONDON DUCK TOURS These unique tours and explore the Fleet Valley and St. Paul’s start off in bright yellow amphibious World War Churchyard as Johnson knew them. Walks on II DUKW vehicles, which take you through the the fi rst Wednesday of each month. No booking streets to see London’s iconic landmarks. Then, required. 3pm. Tickets £5. 17 Gough Square, you will transfer to the comfort of a river cruise EC4A 3DE. 020 7353 3745. drjohnsonshouse. boat to enjoy the sights of the river. Multiple daily org. Chancery Lane. Map B7. departures Mon-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat-Sun 9.30am- 4pm. Tickets £21, child £13. Chicheley Street, GOTOMIDTOWN More than 80 themed SE1 7PY. 020 7928 3132. londonducktours. 45-minute free tours around central areas. co.uk. Waterloo. Map D6. There’s no need to book. Check the website for dates and further details. The 10am & ORIGINAL LONDON SIGHTSEEING TOUR 1pm walks start by the orange information With over 60 years’ experience, these multilingual kiosk outside Holborn station; walks open-top guided bus tours take you to the city’s starting at 11am, 2pm & 5.30pm meet at the best attractions, allowing you to hop on and off Gotomidtown tourist information shop. 56 New at more than 90 stops along the way. Tickets Oxford Street, WC1A 1ES. 020 7078 7077. include walking tours and a special river cruise. gotomidtown.co.uk. Tottenham Court Road. Tickets £28, child £14. 17-19 Cockspur Street, Map B5. SW1Y 5BL. 020 8877 1722. theoriginaltour. com. Charing Cross. Map C5. JACK THE RIPPER TOUR Blue Badge Guide, Richard Jones, of London ROYAL ALBERT HALL TOURS A 60-minute Walking Tours devised these popular walks, front-of-house tour around this neo-gothic offering an intriguing, informative and chilling Victorian concert hall, including the Royal look at the infamous Jack The Ripper. Numbers Retiring Room, the auditorium and the are limited in order to give participants a
38 | visitlondon.com | LONDON PLANNER | January 2014 better experience. Booking is essential. The paintings from the Royal Collection. tours depart daily from outside Aldgate To 24 Jan: Royal Paintbox. East at 7.30pm. Tickets £9. 020 8530 8443. Exhibition of artworks by royals including King rippertour.com. George III and HM The Queen. Daily 9.45am- 4.15pm (last admission 3pm). Admission £17.75, LONDON WALKS London’s oldest walking child £10.60. Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 1NJ. tour company offers more than 300 walks. 020 7766 7300. royalcollection.org.uk. Favourites include the Jack The Ripper Walk Waterloo to Windsor & Eton (departing daily at 7.30pm, plus Sat 3pm Riverside (one hour). from Tower Hill) and Charles Dickens’ London. Visitors can enjoy spine-tinglingly spooky stories on the Ghost Walks guaranteed to give you the chills every night at 7.30pm. Tickets £9, under-15s free (with adult). 020 7624 3978. walks.com.
ORIGINAL LONDON SIGHTSEEING WALKS Walks depart daily from the centrally located Original London Visitor Centre and include Changing The Guard (departing 10.30am), Rock ‘n’ Roll (1pm) and Jack The Ripper (3.30pm from Tower Hill). Free with Original London Sightseeing Tour. 17-19 Cockspur Street, SW1Y 5BL. 020 8877 1722. theoriginaltour.com. Charing Cross. Map C6.
These are some of the top attractions within two Tried & hours of London. Times and prices may vary, Tower Tested so please call the individual venues, or a Tourist Twilight Tours Information Centre (see Essential Information), There aren’t many places with a more chilling before visiting. Train times are approximate. history than the Tower Of London. The castle has been a fortress, a palace and a prison STONEHENGE A beautiful and mysterious since it was built by William The Conqueror prehistoric circle of standing stones, which dates after the Norman Conquest in 1066 – and all the way back to 3,500 BC, and is a World now the Tower’s iconic Yeoman Warders are Heritage Site. Daily 9.30am-4pm. Admission offering exclusive tours of the grounds during £8, child £4.80. Off A344 Road, Amesbury, the most atmospheric hours, twilight. Wiltshire, SP4 7DE. 0870 333 1181. english- The tour, which starts at 7pm, takes in heritage.org.uk. Waterloo to famous sights including Traitors’ gate, Salisbury (one hour and 20 mins). where prisoners were brought by boat before their confi nement, and the Chapel WARWICK CASTLE Built by William of St. Peter Ad Vincula, in which the The Conqueror in 1068, this castle is now a headless remains of Thomas Cromwell family-friendly experience. Don’t miss Merlin: and countless unnamed others are buried. The Dragon Tower and displays of medieval If you’re lucky you just might see one weaponry. Daily 10am-6pm. Admission from of the many ghosts that supposedly haunt £30.60, child £25.80. Warwick, Warwickshire, the site, be it Anne Boleyn marching cross CV34 4QU. 0192 649 5421. warwick-castle. Tower Green, or the two murdered boy com. Marylebone to Warwick (one hour princes holding hands in the Bloody Tower. and 40 mins). In any event, it’s an outdoor tour over uneven cobbles and up spiral stone WINDSOR CASTLE The world’s oldest, largest staircases, so wear appropriate footwear inhabited castle, and one of the Queen’s offi cial residences. While you’re there, visit the beautifully and rain wear! Review by Matt Squires. decorated State Apartments furnished with Tower Of London, p. 37.
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Our Pick Diamond In The Rough At the start of the 20th century, early 17th-century gemstones. extraordinary cache of jewellery a group of demolition workers But these pieces have been – among the dazzling collection broke through the floor of a shrouded in mystery ever are lavish necklaces, an emerald EMERALD WATCH © MUSEUM OF LONDON OF MUSEUM © WATCH EMERALD building on Cheapside in since: who owned the watch (pictured, left), brooches the City Of London Hoard, why was it and scent bottles, from all over and came across the buried, and why was it the globe. It is the first time the stuff of dreams. Almost never retrieved? entire Hoard has been displayed 500 pieces of exquisite The Cheapside since it was found in 1912. jewellery gleamed from Hoard: London’s Lost It is now known that it was inside a hidden box, Jewels (to 27 Apr) at buried between 1640 and 1666 which have since been the Museum Of London – an approximate date revealed identified as late 16th and (p. 46) casts new light on the by the Stafford Intaglio, a previously overlooked gemstone emblazoned with the badge of William Howard, the first and only Viscount Stafford, granted peerage in 1640. The exhibition also reveals some interesting findings about Elizabethan and early Stuart London, including what it tells us about the period’s jewellery www.visitbritain.com trade and an insight into past construction techniques. CHEAPSIDE HOARD MAIN IMAGE AND
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To dial the United Kingdom remove the fi rst tour prices vary. 96 Euston Road, NW1 2DB. 0 and add 44. 020 7412 7332. bl.uk/everyone. King’s Here we list major museums and galleries, Cross St. Pancras/Euston. Map A5. along with our selection of the best exhibitions currently on show. BRITISH MUSEUM Array of international Many venues offer free general admission, but cultural history from ancient Egyptian mummies charge entry to temporary exhibitions. Prices to the Elgin Marbles. To 23 Mar: Beyond El listed here are for tickets bought in person, Dorado: Power And Gold In Ancient Colombia. unless otherwise stated – reductions may be Fascinating look at the myth behind the legend available online. of a lost city of gold in South America. Admission prices and opening hours can To 5 Jan: Shunga: Sex And change at short notice, while the qualifying Pleasure In Japanese Art. Sexually explicit ages for ‘child’ admission prices vary – check paintings, prints and illustrations created in with the venue before you visit. Japan between 1600 and 1900. Not suitable for children. Sat-Thurs 10am-5.30pm; Fri 10am-8.30pm. Admission free; charges for special exhibitions. Great Russell Street, Map: refers to the grid on our Central WC1B 3DG. 020 7323 8299. britishmuseum. London Map. org. Tottenham Court Road. Map B5/6. TBC: To Be Confi rmed. Transport symbols: See Contents page BRITISH MUSIC EXPERIENCE Britain’s for key. award-winning museum of popular music, fi lled with iconic memorabilia and state-of-the- art interactive displays, including over 3,000 exhibits. You can play instruments, and use BANK OF ENGLAND MUSEUM Charting a ‘smart’ ticket to download content to take the history of the nation’s fi nances, from the home. Daily 11am-7.30pm. Admission £13, Bank’s foundation in 1694 to today. Mon-Fri child £6.50. The O2, Peninsula Square, SE10 10am-5pm. Admission free. Threadneedle 0DX. 020 8463 2000. britishmusicexperience. Street, EC2R 8AH. 020 7601 5545. com. North Greenwich. Off map. bankofengland.co.uk. Bank. Map B8. CHARLES DICKENS MUSEUM Former home BENJAMIN FRANKLIN HOUSE The of Victorian novelist Charles Dickens, where he US Founding Father lived here before the wrote novels including Oliver Twist. Decorated signing of the Declaration Of Independence. in early Victorian style as it might have been Architectural tours Mon noon, 1pm, 2pm, when Dickens lived here, it features his personal 3.15pm, and 4.15pm; historical shows Wed- possessions. Costumed tours every third Sat of Sun noon, 3.15pm and 4.15pm. Admission £7, the month (on these days the museum opens child free. 36 Craven Street, WC2N 5NF. 020 at 12.30pm). Mon-Sun 10am-5pm (closed 1 7925 1405. benjaminfranklinhouse.org. & 6 Jan). Admission £8; child £4. 48 Doughty Charing Cross. Map C6. Street, London WC1N 2LX. dickensmuseum. com. Russel Square. Map A6. BRITISH LIBRARY The world’s largest library, with a permanent collection and CINEMA MUSEUM This collection temporary exhibitions. To 11 Mar: Georgians encompasses every aspect of going to the Revealed: Life, Style And The Making movies, from advertising and architecture to Of Modern Britain. Reveals the everyday photographs and projectors. Visits only by revolution that took place in Britain between guided tour, which must be booked in advance. 1714 and 1830, through books, newspapers, Daily 11am-4.30pm. Admission £10, child £7. maps, advertisements and artworks. 2 Dugard Way, SE11 4TH. 020 7840 2200. To 26 Jan: Picture This: cinemamuseum.org.uk. Elephant & Castle. Children’s Illustrated Classics. Renowned Off map. illustrations of classic 20th century children’s books, including The Wind In The Willows CLINK PRISON MUSEUM A former prison and The Hobbit. Mon to Thurs 9.30am-8pm; dating back to 1144, it houses an exhibition Fri 9.30am-6pm; Sat 9.30am-5pm; Sun & about London’s penal past and instruments of bank hols 11am-5pm. Admission free; guided torture. It’s said to be haunted by the ghosts
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Victoria and Albert Museum, London The world’s greatest museum of art and design www.vam.ac.uk victoriaandalbertmuseum @V_and_A
44 | visitlondon.com | LONDON PLANNER | January 2014 Warhol. Looks at the history of 20th century Lived In My House? Project that uncovers art through textiles. Includes works by Salvador forgotten or obscured histories of people’s Dalí, Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso and Andy homes. Tues-Sun & bank hols, 10am-5pm. Warhol. Tues-Sat 11am-6pm. Exhibition £8, Admission free. 136 Kingsland Road, E2 8EA. child free. 83 Bermondsey Street, SE1 3XF. 020 7739 9893. geffrye-museum.org.uk. 020 7407 8664. ftmlondon.org. Hoxton. Off map. London Bridge. Off map.
MBERTON GUARDS MUSEUM Uniforms and more FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE MUSEUM relating to the fi ve regiments of the Queen’s Museum about the work of this pioneering Foot Guards. 10am-4pm. Admission £5, 19th-century British nurse and health reformer, child free. Wellington Barracks, Birdcage widely known as ‘The Lady With The Lamp’. Walk, SW1E 6HQ. 020 7414 3428. Daily 10am-5pm. Admission £5.80, child £4.80. theguardsmuseum.com. St. James’s Park. 2 Lambeth Palace Road, SE1 7EW. 020 7620 Map D5. 0374. fl orence-nightingale.co.uk. CITY PHOTOGRAPH: JOHN LA Waterloo. Map D6. Our FREUD MUSEUM Former home of the Pick trailblazing Austrian psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud, where you can see his famous couch, among other things. To 2 Feb: Mad, Bad And Sad: Women And The Mind Doctors. Examines female patients’ relationships with those who cared for them psychologically, and how women use art to explore the mind and imagination, featuring work by Sarah Lucas, Tracey Emin and Alice Anderson, among others. Wed-Sun noon- 5pm. Admission £6, child free. 20 Maresfi eld Gardens, NW3 5SX. 020 7435 2002. freud. org.uk. Finchley Road. Off map.
GALLERY IN THE CRYPT This Palladian church holds classical and jazz music events, Xu Bing In Wonderland and has a café and even a brass rubbing The Victoria And Albert Museum is already centre. Opening hours vary; check website for one of London’s most popular attractions, details. Admission free. St. Martin-In-The-Fields, and now visitors can even get a taste of Trafalgar Square, WC2N 4JJ. 020 7766 1100. utopia there too. Chinese artist Xu Bing has smitf.org. Charing Cross. Map C6. breathed new life into the John Madejski Garden with his installation Travelling To GARDEN MUSEUM Created in 1980, the The Wonderland (to 2 Mar), modelling museum has a 17th-century tomb, contemporary the courtyard into a dreamlike landscape galleries and a busy events calendar. Sun-Fri inspired by the Chinese fable Tao Hua 10.30am-5pm; Sat 10.30am-4pm. Admission Yuan (The Peach Blossom Spring). £7.50, child free. Lambeth Palace Road, SE1 ‘Mountains’ have been created out of 7LB. 020 7401 8865. gardenmuseum.org. layered stone placed around a central uk. Westminster/Lambeth North. water feature, dotted with small Map D6. handmade ceramic houses. The installation is running parallel GEFFRYE MUSEUM Historic 18th- to Masterpieces Of Chinese century almshouses with rooms recreating Painting 700-1900 (p. 47, English interiors from 1600 to the present. pictured above), featuring
XU BING © XU BING STUDIO; SAYING FAREWELL AT XUNYANG (DETAIL) BY QIUXU BING BY YING (DETAIL) (1495-1552) © XU BING XUNYANG © THE NELSON-ATKINS MUSEUM STUDIO; AT FAREWELL SAYING KANSAS OF ART, To 5 Jan: Christmas Past. The artworks so fragile that museum’s period rooms are decorated with they’ve previously authentic festive decorations as they would never left Asia. have been in middle class homes over Victoria & Albert the past 400 years. Reveals how festive Museum, p. 47. traditions came to be. To 9 Feb: Who Once
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HANDEL HOUSE MUSEUM Anglo-German Apr: The Cheapside Hoard: London’s Lost composer George Frideric Handel lived here for Jewels. Major exhibition about the Cheapside 36 years. Faithfully restored, the museum hosts Hoard – a priceless collection of 16th-and exhibitions and ticketed music recitals. Tues-Sat early 17th-century jewels and gemstones 10am-6pm. Sun noon-6pm. Recital times and discovered in 1912, buried in a cellar on prices vary. Admission £6, child £2 (free Sat & Cheapside in the City Of London. To 16 Mar: Sun). 25 Brook Street, W1K 4HB. 020 7495 Tomfoolery. Black and white portraits of men 1685. handelhouse.org. Bond Street. in their ‘bling’ (jewellery) taken by acclaimed Map B4. photographer Ross Trevail. To 27 Apr: Made In London: Jewellery Now. Collection of HORNIMAN MUSEUM & GARDENS pieces by London’s most talented jewellery Displays ranging from natural history to designers. Daily 10am-6pm. Admission free. musical instruments make up a collection London Wall, EC2Y 5HN. 020 7001 9844. based upon that of the adventuring Victorian museumofl ondon.org.uk. St. Paul’s. Map B8. tea trader Frederick John Horniman. Includes a wonderful aquarium. To 2 Mar: After Life. MUSEUM OF LONDON DOCKLANDS Poignant photographic portraits of endangered The intriguing history of the meandering River or extinct animals that have been preserved in Thames, from its time as a Roman thoroughfare museums. To 1 Sep: The to the regeneration of the Art Of Harmony. Display of Docklands. Displays include some of the fi nest, rarest London, Sugar & Slavery, musical instruments that which charts the history of uncover the traditions of the transatlantic slave trade
Western classical music. and its links to the city. The CONTEMPORARY BEERS Daily 10.30am-5.30pm. gallery Many East Ends, Admission free; charges explores the culture and for aquarium and special history of the area through exhibitions. 100 London the eyes of its inhabitants. Road, SE23 3PQ. 020 Daily 10am-6pm. Admission 8699 1872. horniman.ac.uk. free. West India Quay, Forest Hill. Off map. E14 4AL. 020 7001 9844. museumofl ondon.org.uk/ LONDON TRANSPORT docklands. MUSEUM Interactive Canary Wharf. exhibits exploring the Map inset. past, present and LOOK OUT future of the capital’s NATURAL HISTORY transport network, for the London MUSEUM Astounding with more than 80 Art Fair, p. 52 collections, with
historic vehicles exhibits ranging from the ANDREW MODERN SALGADO, PAINTERS 2013, REPRESENTED BY plus glorious old Images Of Nature gallery advertising posters. to dinosaur skeletons and fossils. The To 5 Jan: Poster Art 150: Treasures gallery houses some of the London Underground’s Greatest Designs. museum’s most precious artefacts. Celebrates the 150th anniversary of the Tube To 23 Mar: Wildlife Photographer through 150 of the greatest Underground Of The Year. Stunning images highlighting posters, some by famous artists such as Paul the wonders of the natural world, picked from Nash and Edward McKnight Kauffer. Mon- thousands of international entries. Daily 10am- Thurs & Sat-Sun 10am-6pm; Fri 11am-6pm. 5.50pm. Admission free; charges for special Admission £15, child free. 39 Wellington exhibitions. Cromwell Road, SW7 5BD. 020 Street, WC2E 7BB. 020 7379 6344. 7942 5000. nhm.ac.uk. South Kensington. ltmuseum.co.uk. Covent Garden. Map C6. Map D2.
MUSEUM OF LONDON The world’s largest OLD OPERATING THEATRE MUSEUM urban history museum includes the Galleries & HERB GARRET A fascinating relic of the Of Modern London, which tell the story of the original St. Thomas’ Hospital. It’s built in the roof capital from 1666 to the present day. To 27 space of a church and dates from 1822. Inside
46 | visitlondon.com | LONDON PLANNER | January 2014 you’ll encounter bizarre medical implements and 6pm. Admission £8, child £5. 221b Baker hair-raising stories of operations in times before Street, NW1 6XE. 020 7224 3688. sherlock- the invention of anaesthetic. Note: there are lots holmes.co.uk. Baker Street. Map A3. of stairs. Daily 10.30am-5pm. Admission £6.20, child £3.50. 9a St. Thomas Street, SE1 9RY. SIR JOHN SOANE’S MUSEUM The 020 7188 2679. thegarret.org.uk. celebrated 19th-century architect’s Georgian London Bridge. Map C8. home-turned-museum was designed to show off his outstanding collection of antiques and art. POLLOCK’S TOY MUSEUM A pair of Museum tours daily; times vary. neighbouring houses in the heart of Fitzrovia To 25 Jan: Alan Sorrell: A Life boasts a unique collection of toys. Historical Reconstructed. See the works of artist Alan board games, different types of dolls, toy Sorrell (1904-1974). Best remembered for his theatres and more are crammed into every nook archaeological drawings, he was also a teacher and cranny. There’s a wonderful toy shop on the and writer. Tues-Sat 10am-5pm. Admission free. ground floor. Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. Admission 13 Lincoln’s Inn Fields, WC2A 3BP. 020 7405 £6, child £3. 1 Scala Street, W1T 2HL. 020 2107. soane.org. Holborn. Map B6. 7636 3452. pollockstoymuseum.com. Goodge Street. Map B5. VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM The V&A’s collection of fine and applied arts spans THE QUEEN’S HOUSE This 17th-century 3,000 years and includes ceramics, fashion, house, once home of Charles I’s queen, paintings, photographs and illustrations from Henrietta Maria, now displays the museum’s fine around the world. To 16 Feb: Club To Catwalk: art collection. To 1 Apr: Van De Velde Drawings. London Fashion In The 1980s. More than 80 Collection of drawings from Willem van de Velde outfits are brought together in this reflection The Elder (c.1611-1693) and Younger. Works on the daring looks of the decade, featuring portray naval battles, ships, and sea scenes. designs by fashion’s iconic names, including Daily 10am-5pm. Admission free. Queen’s Katharine Hamnett. To 19 Jan: Pearls. Pearls House, Romney Road, Greenwich, SE10 9NF. across cultures comprise more than 200 pieces 020 8312 6565. rmg.co.uk/queens-house. of jewellery and works of art in this dazzling Cutty Sark. Off map. exhibition. To 19 Jan: Masterpieces Of Chinese Painting 700-1900. Rare surviving works from SCIENCE MUSEUM A huge museum, worldwide collections. Includes silk figure and dedicated to science and technology, with landscape paintings, and works that reflect changing exhibitions and an IMAX 3D cinema. the introduction of Western influences. To 6 May: Collider: Step Inside The To 21 Apr: Jameel Prize 3. International art World’s Greatest Experiment. Immersive prize for contemporary artists and designers exhibition which explores the biggest scientific inspired by Islamic traditions of art, craft and experiment ever constructed, CERN’s Large design. See work by 10 shortlisted artists and Hadron Collider. It’s the highest energy particle designers, including video installations and Collider ever made – and will address some of Arabic typography. Sat-Thurs 10am-5.45pm; the biggest unsolved questions of physics. Fri 10am-10pm. Admission free; charges for To 16 Mar: Only In England: Photographs By special exhibitions. Cromwell Road, SW7 2RL. Tony Ray-Jones And Martin Parr. At Media 020 7942 2000. vam.ac.uk. Space (the Museum’s galleries) witness South Kensington. Map D2/3. previously unseen images by photographer Tony Ray-Jones, displayed alongside black-and-white V&A MUSEUM OF CHILDHOOD National photographs taken by Martin Parr during the collection of childhood objects dating back to 1970s. Reflects on the men’s fascination with the 16th century. To 9 Mar: War Games. the English. Daily 10am-6pm. Admission free; Explores the relationship between conflict charges for special exhibitions. Exhibition Road, and children’s play through toys, SW7 2DD. 0870 870 4868. sciencemuseum. games and archive documents. org.uk. South Kensington. Map D2. To 1 Jun: Confiscation Cabinets. Charming collection of artefacts accumulated SHERLOCK HOLMES MUSEUM Dedicated from 150 different London primary and to the famous fictional detective and kept secondary schools over three decades. Artist exactly as described in the author, Sir Arthur and former teacher Guy Tarrant has investigated Conan Doyle’s thrilling stories. Daily 9.30am- pupil interaction, play and resistant behaviour
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– as characterised by the toys within the 10am-5pm, plus bank hols. Admission £5.30, exhibition. Daily 10am-5.45pm. Admission free. child £2.50. Royal Arsenal, SE18 6ST. 020 Cambridge Heath Road, E2 9PA. 020 8983 8855 7755. fi repower.org.uk. Woolwich 5200. museumofchildhood. org.uk. Bethnal Arsenal. Off map. Green. Off map. IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM LONDON Huge WALLACE COLLECTION The former Wallace displays of confl icts, particularly those that family home displays their beautiful collection involve Britain and the Commonwealth. of rococo art, sculpture and furniture. To 4 Jan: Horrible Histories: Spies. Paintings include Jean-Honoré Fragonard’s Family-friendly exhibition based on Terry 18th-century masterpiece The Swing. Free Deary’s book series. To 21 Apr: Donovan hour-long tours on selected dates. Wylie: Vision As Power. Photographer Wylie’s To 26 Jan: White Light/White images reveal the impact of modern military Heat: Contemporary Artists & Glass. Features architecture on the surrounding landscape. work by major contemporary artists and To 27 Apr: War Story: Supplying Frontline designers, many of whom are using glass as a Afghanistan. Photographs, interviews and medium for the fi rst time. To 19 Jan: The Male time-lapse footage collected during recent Nude: Eighteenth-Century Drawings From The excursions to Afghanistan. Daily 10am-6pm. Paris Academy. French drawings of male nude Admission free. IWM London, Lambeth Road, fi gures, created between the late 17th and late SE1 6HZ. 020 7416 5000. iwm.org.uk. 18th centuries, by artists Lambeth North. such as Nattier, Boucher and Off map. Rigaud. Daily 10am-5pm. Admission free. Hertford NATIONAL ARMY House, Manchester Square, MUSEUM The story of the W1U 3BN. 020 7563 British Army told through 9500. wallacecollection.org. displays, events and Bond Street. Map B4. lectures. To 31 Mar: Unseen
Enemy. Explores the use of MSPHOTOGRAPHY.COM WELLCOME improvised explosive devices COLLECTION Medicine, life in recent confl icts. Daily and art are explored in this 10am-5.30pm. Admission fascinating and sometimes free. Royal Hospital Road, bizarre collection, which Great SW3 4HT. 020 7730 includes shrunken heads Museums 0717. nam.ac.uk. Sloane and ancient remedies. Tues- Square. Off map. Wed & Fri-Sat 10am-6pm; 1. British Museum, p. 42 Thur 10am-10pm; Sun 2. Horniman Museum, p. 46 NATIONAL MARITIME 11am-6pm. Admission free. 3. Natural History Museum, p. 46 MUSEUM Museum 183 Euston Road, NW1 4. Science Museum, p. 47 exploring Britain’s maritime 2BE. 020 7611 2222. 5. Victoria And Albert Museum, p. 47 history and future. To 21 Apr: wellcomecollection.org. Turner And The Sea. Euston. Map A5. Striking works that refl ect THE RENAISSANCE CITY 1350-1600 © WWW.ALANWILLIA J. M. W. Turner’s fascination with the sea. Daily 10am-5pm. Admission free; charges for special exhibitions. Romney Road, SE10 9NF. 020 CHURCHILL WAR ROOMS Former prime 8858 4422. rmg.co.uk. Cutty Sark. minister Sir Winston Churchill fought World Off map. War II from this fortifi ed basement. Daily 9.30am-6pm. Admission £15.90, child free. ROYAL AIR FORCE MUSEUM National Clive Steps, King Charles Street, aviation museum on the historic London SW1A 2AQ. 020 7930 6961. iwm.org.uk. Aerodrome site, with over 100 aircraft. Westminster. Map D5. To 3 May: Airfix: Making History. Profi les the plastic scale model aeroplanes. FIREPOWER, THE ROYAL ARTILLERY Daily 10am-6pm. Admission free. Grahame MUSEUM Europe’s biggest artillery collection, Park Way, Hendon, NW9 5LL. 020 8205 with interactive galleries and big guns. Tues-Sat 2266. rafmuseum.org. Colindale. Off map.
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In Dickens’ book Little Dorrit, Dating from 1669, the City Of friend Peggotty to the top of the title character was London’s Royal Exchange was St. Paul’s, to enjoy its christened at St. George The the meeting and bartering place impressive views over London, Martyr Church. Built in 1734 for the merchants of London which is something visitors
DICKENS MUSEUM; WESTMINSTER ABBEY © LONDON ON VIEW ON LONDON © ABBEY DICKENS MUSEUM; WESTMINSTER it still stands today, opposite in Dickens’ time. Now you can still do today. St. Paul’s Borough Tube station. It even admire the architecture as you Churchyard, EC4M 8AD. 020 has a café you can visit, the browse its high-end boutiques 7246 8357. stpauls.co.uk. EAM © THE Dragon Café. Borough High and cafés. The Courtyard, St. Paul’s. Map B8. Street, SE1 1JA. 020 7357 EC3V 3LR. 020 7283 8935. 7331.stgeorge-themartyr.co.uk. theroyalexchange.co.uk. Visitors can refl ect on the man Borough. Map C8. Bank. Map B8. and his work in Dickens’ fi nal resting place at Poets’ Corner The church was familiar to the Dickens lived on Doughty inside Westminster Abbey, young Dickens when his father Street in Bloomsbury from where he was buried on 14 was an inmate of Marshalsea 1837 until 1839. His former June 1870. Broad Sanctuary, Debtors Prison next door, the home was fi rst opened to the SW1P 3PA. 020 7222 5152. remaining wall of which can public in 1925. Now called the westminster-abbey.org. be seen in public park, St. Charles Dickens Musem it’s Westminster. Map D6. George’s Churchyard Garden, recently undergone a major PLAYBOOKS © MUSEUM OF LONDON; DICKENS DR MUSEUMLONDON; © OF PLAYBOOKS just opposite off Tabard Street. refurbishment, so go along and check out all its improvements. Fleet Street pub Ye Olde 48 Doughty Street, WC1N Cheshire Cheese was rebuilt 2LX. 020 7405 2127. shortly after the Great Fire of dickensmuseum.com. 1666. It was frequented by Russell Square. Dickens and was featured in Map A6. A Tale Of Two Cities, when SEE Dickens’ Charles Darnay recharges ‘with St. Paul’s Cathedral playbooks at a good plain dinner and good is mentioned in many the Museum wine.’ 145 Fleet Street, EC4A of Dickens’ works. Of London, 2BU. 020 7353 6170. For example David p. 46 Chancery Lane. Map B7. Copperfield takes
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free; charges for special exhibitions. Barbican Centre, Silk Street, EC2Y 8DS. 020 7638 BARBICAN ART GALLERY & THE CURVE 4141. barbican.org.uk. Barbican. Map A8/B8. Europe’s largest multi-arts venue has two exhibition spaces: the Barbican Art Gallery and COURTAULD GALLERY Important European The Curve. To 9 Feb: Pop Art Design. Examines art collection, plus temporary exhibitions, the infl uence of the pop art movement on design housed in Somerset House. To 12 Jan: between the 1950s and 1970s. Works include The Young Dürer: Drawing The Figure. those by artists such as Andy Warhol, Outstanding drawings by the young Albrecht Peter Blake and Roy Lichtenstein. Dürer, refl ecting his extensive travels. To 5 Jan: Ayse Erkmen: To 12 Jan: Richard Serra: Intervals. In The Curve, Turkish artist Ayse Drawings For The Courtauld. Internationally Erkmen’s backdrops are brought to our attention celebrated draughtsman and sculptor Serra has through ambitious subject matter. Opening hours created 12 striking drawings, produced using vary; check website for details. Curve admission dense black lithographic crayon on transparent plastic sheets. Daily 10am-6pm. Admission £6, child free. Admission £3 all day Mon. Somerset House, Strand, WC2R 0RN. 020 7848 2526. courtauld.ac.uk. Temple. Map C6.
DULWICH PICTURE GALLERY England’s fi rst public art gallery was founded in 1811 and today holds one of the fi nest collections of Old Masters in the UK. The building was designed by 19th- century architect Sir John Soane (p. 47). To 12 Jan: An American In London: Whistler And The Thames. First major exhibition dedicated to the American- born artist James Abbott McNeill Whistler’s time in London (from 1859 to 1903), featuring drawings, etchings and paintings. Tues-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat-Sun 11am-5pm. Admission £6, child free; charges for special exhibitions. Our Gallery Road, SE21 7AD. 020 8693 5354. dulwichpicturegallery.org.uk. Herne Hill. Queen Of Style Pick Off map. “Fashion is a vampiric thing, it’s the hoover on THE FLEMING COLLECTION Collection your brain. That’s why I wear the hats, to keep of Scottish art comprising over 750 oils and everyone away from me” …so said Isabella watercolours from 1770 to the present day. INC STUDIO LACHAPELLE DAVID © 1996 BLOW, ISABELLA AND MCQUEEN ALEXANDER Blow, the late fashion editor, muse and all- Works include those by Raeburn, Ramsay and round creative inspiration. Wilkie, among others. To 1 Mar: Foundation Blow’s hugely successful career began as & Trust: (un)coverings. Audit of paintings from an assistant on US Vogue, after which she the permanent collection by artist’s collective rose to become Fashion Director at Sunday The Foundation Trust – who critique and Times Style magazine and Tatler magazine. examine institutional models through their work. She had a brilliant, distinctive style that Tues-Sat 10am-5.30pm. Admission free. 13 enamoured fellow creatives (such as designer Berkeley Street, W1J 8DU. 020 7042 5730. Alexander McQueen, pictured, above left), fl emingcollection.co.uk. Green Park. Map C5. hence her persona as muse, most notably to milliner Philip Treacy. His hats became GUILDHALL ART GALLERY & ROMAN Blow’s own trademark look, and are displayed, AMPHITHEATRE Temporary exhibitions, among many of her other vibrant clothes, in extracts from the City Of London’s the exhibition Isabella Blow: Fashion Galore, permanent collection and the remains of a which also explores her life and work. Roman amphitheatre. Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. Somerset House, p. 52. Sun noon-4pm. Admission free; charges for special exhibitions. Guildhall Yard, off
50 | visitlondon.com | LONDON PLANNER | January 2014 Gresham Street, EC2V 5AE. 020 7332 3700. Peto Photographs: Mandela To McCartney. guildhallartgallery.cityoflondon.gov.uk. Celebration of photojournalist Michael Peto’s Bank. Map B8. career through 10 photographs taken in London during the 1950s and 1960s. Subjects include HAYWARD GALLERY The Southbank Elizabeth Taylor with Richard Burton, Nelson Centre’s contemporary arts space featuring Mandela and The Beatles. Admission free; a range of events and exhibitions. charges for special exhibitions. Sat-Wed 10am- From 29 Jan: Martin Creed. Major survey 6pm; Thurs & Fri 10am-9pm. St. Martin’s Place, of work by the British artist, who is famous WC2H 0HE. 020 7312 2463. npg.org.uk. for his Turner-prize winning pieces. Creates Leicester Square. Map C6. minimalistic art, full of humour. Mon noon-6pm; Tues-Wed 10am-6pm; Thurs & Fri 10am-8pm. PHOTOGRAPHERS’ GALLERY Admission £11, child free. Southbank Centre, Soho gallery specialising in international Belvedere Road, SE1 8XX. 08448 750 073. and British photography. southbankcentre.co.uk. Waterloo. From 17 Jan: Happenstance. Competition Map C6. open to those who explore digital production through photography and animation. ICA The Institute Of Contemporary Arts boasts Selected finalist will have their work displayed at galleries, a book shop, a bar and cinemas. the gallery. To 5 Jan: Home Truths: Photography, To 26 Jan: Bloomberg New Motherhood And Identity. Eight contemporary Contemporaries 2013. Outstanding students artists explore representations of motherhood that from UK art schools have been chosen for this challenge conventional stereotypes. Addresses exhibition of contemporary works, spanning gender roles, domesticity and the body, among sculpture, photography, video and installation. other issues. Mon-Wed & Fri-Sat 10am-6pm; Past participants include Jake & Dinos Chapman, Thurs 10am-8pm; Sun 11.30am-6pm. Admission Anthony Gormley and David Hockney. Tues- free. 16-18 Ramillies Street, W1F 7LW. 020 Wed & Fri-Sun 11am-6pm; Thurs 11am-9pm. 7087 9300. photonet.org.uk. Oxford Circus. Admission free. 1 The Mall, SW1Y 5AH. 020 Map B5. 7930 3647. ica.org.uk. Charing Cross. Map C5. QUEEN’S GALLERY Over 500 years of treasures from the Royal Collection displayed NATIONAL GALLERY One of the world’s at Buckingham Palace, including paintings, greatest collections of Western European furniture, ceramics, silver, jewellery and textiles. painting, including works by Leonardo To 16 Mar: Castiglione: Lost Genius. Stunning da Vinci and Vincent van Gogh. large-scale, vibrant compositions by Baroque To 12 Jan: Facing The artist Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione (1609- Modern: The Portrait In Vienna 1900. Portraiture 64). Was celebrated for his tender drawings collection, including works by Gustav Klimt and and prints. To 16 Mar: Gifted: From The Royal Richard Gerstl. Explores the multi-national, multi- Academy To The Queen. In celebration of the ethnic, multi-faith city in 1900. Sat-Thurs 10am- Diamond Jubilee, the Royal Academy Of Arts 6pm; Fri 10am-9pm. Admission free; charges (below) presented the Queen with works from for special exhibitions. Trafalgar Square, WC2N high-profile artists including Anish Kapoor and 5DN. 020 7747 2885. nationalgallery.org.uk. Grayson Perry, featured in this exhibition. Daily Charing Cross. Map C5. 10am-5.30pm. Admission £9.50, child £4.80. Buckingham Palace, SW1A 1AA. 020 7766 NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY British 7300. royalcollection.org.uk. Victoria. history through the ages told via portraits Map D5. of famous and influential people. To 5 Jan: Elizabeth I & Her People. Learn about the ROYAL ACADEMY OF ARTS Founded Elizabethan period in this exhibition charting in 1768, the RA stages regularly-changing the reign of Elizabeth I, through the portraiture exhibitions and varied events. of the Queen and her people. To 9 Feb: Taylor To 26 Jan: Daumier (1808- Wessing Photographic Portrait Prize 2013. 1879): Visions Of Paris. 19th-century artist Major international photographic portrait award Honoré Daumier made his living as a newspaper open to amateurs and professionals. Sixty of caricaturist, observing bourgeois society. Spans the best images are selected for display; the his work from 1830 to 1961 through paintings, winner receives £12,000. To 1 Jun: Michael drawings, watercolours and sculptures. To 16
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Feb: Bill Woodrow RA. Display of humorous and TATE MODERN Compelling contemporary inventive works, spanning sculptor Woodrow’s art in a huge converted power station. entire career, from the early 1970s to the To 9 Mar: The EY Exhibition: Paul Klee. Swiss present day. Admission free; charges for special painter Klee was a highly infl uential fi gure in exhibitions. Fri 10am-10pm; Sat-Thurs 10am- the 20th-century art world. See his abstract 6pm. Burlington House, Piccadilly, W1J 0BD. drawings and watercolours plus the 020 7300 8000. royalacademy.org.uk. characteristic ‘magic square’ paintings. Green Park/Piccadilly Circus. Map C5. To 19 Jan: Mira Schendel. Paintings, drawings and sculptures by one of SHIRLEY SHERWOOD GALLERY OF Latin America’s most prolifi c post-war artists, BOTANICAL ART Part of Kew Gardens, refl ecting her interest in faith, self-understanding this gallery is the fi rst in the world and existence. Admission free; charges for dedicated solely to botanical art. special exhibitions. Sun-Thurs 10am-6pm; Fri To 19 Jan: Rory McEwan’s & Sat 10am-10pm. Bankside, SE1 9TG. Legacy: Artists Influenced By Him In The 020 7887 8888. tate.org.uk. Southwark. Shirley Sherwood Collection. Explores the Map C7/8. work of contemporary illustrators infl uenced by the exceptionally talented botanical artist Rory WHITECHAPEL GALLERY Cutting-edge McEwan. Open daily 9.30am; closing times vary. East End exhibition space showcasing Admission £14.50, child free. Royal Botanic a range of contemporary art. Gardens, Kew, Richmond, TW9 3AB. 020 8332 From 15 Jan: Hannah Höch. Part of 5655. kew.org. Kew Gardens. Off map. the Berlin Dada movement, German artist Höch (1889-1978) was known for her radical SOMERSET HOUSE This neoclassical 18th- collages on the themes of gender and identity. century building houses the Courtauld Gallery. Displays her work between the 1910s and the To 2 Mar: Isabella Blow: Fashion Galore! 1970s. Tues-Sun 11am-6pm; Thurs 11am-9pm. Major fashion exhibition celebrating the Admission free. 77-82 Whitechapel High Street, legacy of late magazine editor, muse and E1 7QX. 020 7522 7888. whitechapelgallery. creative inspiration, Isabella Blow. Features org. Aldgate East. Map B9. her famous clothes collection. To 26 Jan: Stanley Spencer: WILLIAM MORRIS GALLERY This gallery Heaven In A Hell Of War. Poignant, dreamlike houses the art collection and works of 19th- paintings from the acclaimed British artist. century visionary William Morris. You’ll also Tells the story of Spencer’s personal wartime fi nd designs, paintings and furniture by other experiences, leading up to the 100th infl uential Victorians, including pre-Raphaelite commemoration of the outbreak of World War I. Brotherhood member Dante Gabriel Rossetti. Large-scale works feature elements of the banal From 11 Jan: A Memory Palace Of Her and everyday; the ‘heaven’ that soldiers were Own. Self portraits by Dutch artist Margje Bijl, dreaming of within the battlefi elds of ‘hell’. Daily known as a contemporary double of William 10am-6pm. Admission free. Strand, WC2R 1LA. Morris’ wife and muse, Jane Morris. The portraits 020 7845 4600. somersethouse.org.uk. are photographed in the Morris’ former home – Temple/Embankment. Map C6. echoing Jane’s life story. Wed-Sun 10am-5pm. Admission free. Forest Road, E17 4PP. TATE BRITAIN Traditional and contemporary 020 8496 4390. wmgallery.org.uk. galleries showcasing British art. Walthamstow Central. Off map. To 5 Jan: Art Under Attack: Histories Of British Iconoclasm. Explores the history of physical attacks on art in Britain from the 16th century to the present. To 9 Feb: LONDON ART FAIR 15-19 Jan: Modern British Painting Now: Five Contemporary Artists. Show contemporary art fair, featuring work by artists of recent work by Tomma Abts, Gillian Carnegie, from the early 20th century to the present Simon Ling, Lucy McKenzie and Catherine – both from the UK and overseas. Admission Story, that opens up discussion on what painting £17; child free. Wed & Thur 11am-9pm; means today. Daily 10am-6pm. Admission free; Fri 11am-7pm, Sat 10am-7pm; Sun charges for special exhibitions. Millbank, 10am-5pm. Business Design Centre, 52 SE1P 4RG. 020 7887 8888. tate.org.uk. Upper Street, N1 0QH. londonartfair.co.uk. Pimlico. Off map. Angel. Off map.
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By Emma Levine NSON PHOTOGRAPHY NSON
A Different Ball Game If you want to practise your Cup, made in 1879 for just penalty-kicking skills to be the 270 rupees for the tournament next Jonny Wilkinson, or fi nd out played annually between why William Webb Ellis didn’t England and Scotland. A actually invent the game, head century-old braided black velvet to the newly revamped World cap from the New Zealand team Rugby Museum (p. 58). is one of many historic items of nations will love learning about Located under the East Stand of clothing. There are also iconic the origins of this great sport Twickenham Stadium (pictured, pieces of fi lm archive including – which has its roots in Rugby above), which is one of the past World Cup footage fi t for School, right here in England. world’s most famous and largest any rugby fan. One thing that all rugby TWICKENHAM © RFU STADIUM VIA GETTY RUGBY IMAGES; ZONE PLAY WILKI © LEO sporting venues, the museum An exciting new feature is followers are looking forward has recently reopened after a the fully interactive Play Rugby to next year is the 2015 Rugby complete makeover. Zone (above right), where World Cup (18 Sep-31 Oct, Its newly enhanced galleries visitors get a chance to try out 2015). England are the hosts now house more than 25,000 their own skills, including agility, and Twickenham Stadium is one iconic pieces of sporting speed, jumping, scoring a try of the venues, in addition to the memorabilia – that’s the largest and of course, kicking prowess. Olympic Stadium and Wembley. collection in the world of Perhaps it’ll make us realise just For more information on the rugby-related items. Look out how diffi cult it is to get the ball latest sports events, go to for the engraved silver Calcutta between the sticks! Fans of all visitlondon.com/events.
56 | visitlondon.com | LONDON PLANNER | January 2014 www.visitbritain.com Map: refers to grid on our Central London Map. Transport symbols: see Contents page for key. INSPIRING THE TENNIS GREATS Every summer brings another exciting Championship at FOOTBALL Wimbledon, so why not visit English Premier League fi xtures: the amazing award-winning Museum, which has complimentary audio 1 Jan: Arsenal vs Cardiff. guides in 10 languages, and learn 18 Jan: Arsenal vs Fulham. more about the history which inspires Emirates Stadium, 75 Drayton Park, N5 1BU. the great players, and see John 020 7619 5000. arsenal.com. Holloway McEnroe’s ‘ghost’ and the original tournament trophies. You may also Road/Arsenal. Off map. take the behind the scenes tour of the grounds and explore the home of 18 Jan: Chelsea vs Man Utd. tennis, including Centre Court, for a 29 Jan: Chelsea vs West Ham. truly inspirational experience. Stamford Bridge, Fulham Road, SW6 1HS. Open Daily: 10:00am until 5:00pm 0871 9841 955. chelseafc.com. Fulham Nearest Underground: Southfi elds Broadway. Off map. Telephone: 020 8946 6131 The Museum Building, The All England 1 Jan: Crystal Palace vs Norwich. Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club, Church 18 Jan: Crystal Palace vs Stoke. Road, Wimbledon, London SW19 5AE 28 Jan: Crystal Palace vs Hull. WIMBLEDON.COM/MUSEUM Selhurst Park, Whitehorse Lane, SE25 6PU. cpfc.co.uk. Norwood Junction. Off map.
1 Jan: Fulham vs West Ham. SUPPORTED BY 11 Jan: Fulham vs Sunderland. Craven Cottage, Stevenage Road, SW6 6HH. 0843 208 1234. fulhamfc.com. Putney Bridge. Off map.
11 Jan: Tottenham vs Crystal Palace. 29 Jan: Tottenham vs Man City. White Hart Lane, 748 High Road, N17 0AP. 0844 844 0102. tottenhamhotspur.com. White Hart Lane. Off map.
18 Jan: West Ham vs Newcastle. Boleyn Ground Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9AZ. 0871 529 1966. whufc.com. Upton Park. Off map.
BASKETBALL 16 Jan: NBA Global Games London 2014: Atlanta Hawks vs Brooklyn Nets. The O2 Arena, Peninsula Square, SE10 0DX. 0844 856 0202 theo2.co.uk. North Greenwich. Map inset.
SNOOKER 12-19 Jan: The Masters. Tournament for the world’s top 16 players. Alexandra Palace, N22 7AY. 0844 871 8807. alexandrapalace.com. Alexandra Palace. Off map.
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replica of the FA Cup. Daily 10am-4pm. Tickets £16, child £9. Olympic Way, HA9 0WS. 0844 ARSENAL STADIUM TOURS & MUSEUM 800 2755. wembleystadium.com/wembley-tours. Self-guided audio tours of Emirates Stadium Wembley Park. Off map. takes you to the changing rooms, players’ tunnel and museum. The Legends Tour is led by WIMBLEDON LAWN TENNIS MUSEUM former Arsenal players such as 70s hero Charlie Featuring trophies, tennis memorabilia and George. Daily, please check for times (no tours sporting fashions. Tour the grounds, including on match days). Legends Tour on selected Centre Court, and meet John McEnroe’s dates. Audio tour and museum £17.50, child £9. ‘ghost’. Daily 10am-5pm. Museum £12, child Legends Tour £35, child £18. 75 Drayton Park, £7; museum and tour £22, child £13. The N5 1BU. 020 7619 5000. arsenal.com. All England Lawn Tennis And Croquet Club, Holloway Road/Arsenal. Off map. Church Road, SW19 5AE. 020 8946 6131. wimbledon.com/museum. Southfields. CHELSEA FC STADIUM TOURS & Off map. MUSEUM Fully guided tours of ‘the Bridge’ to see the dressing rooms WORLD RUGBY MUSEUM and players’ tunnel. Get your & TWICKENHAM TOUR This photo taken with the (replica) refurbished museum chronicles Champions League trophy. the sport’s history. Museum Daily (no tours on match day). Tues-Sat 10am-5pm; Sun Museum only £11, child £9. 11am-5pm. Tours daily, check Tour and museum £20, child for times. Tour and museum £13. Stamford Bridge, Fulham admission £15, child £9. Road, SW6 1HS. 0871 9841 Twickenham Stadium, Rugby 955. chelseafc.com/tours. Road, TW1 1DZ. 020 8892 Fulham Broadway. 8877. rfu.com/museum. Off map. Twickenham. Off map.
FULHAM FC STADIUM MUSEUM TENNIS LAWN IMBLEDON TOURS Tour London’s oldest Premier League football club, CHECK OUT ALL STAR LANES A 50s including the Chairman’s the Wimbledon style, all-American and fun Lounge, pitch-side dugouts, Lawn Tennis 10-pin bowling alley for all and the home team’s changing room. Please Museum ages, with bar and restaurant. check for dates. 11.15am and 1.15pm. Ticket Mon-Thurs 4pm-11.30pm; Fri
£12, child £9. Match tickets from £30, child noon-2am; Sat 11am-2am; Sun GENTLEMAN’S COSTUME © W £20. Craven Cottage, Stevenage Road, SW6 11am-11pm. Bowling from £6.95; 6HH. 0843 208 1234. fulhamfc.com. Putney child £5.95. Victoria House, Bloomsbury Place, Bridge. Off map. WC1B 4DA. 020 7025 2676. allstarlanes.co.uk. Holborn. Map B6. LORD’S CRICKET GROUND Visit the home of world cricket, including the MCC Museum CAPITAL KARTS Brand new, Britain’s longest (home of the original tiny Ashes urn), the Long and fastest indoor Go Karting track offers an Room lined with portraits, players’ dressing exhilarating racing experience. Two-seater carts rooms and the J.P. Morgan Media Centre. also available. Suitable for ages 8 +, and the Please check for times. Architectural tours disabled. Prices from £33. Unit 1 Rippleside, available. Museum only: Adult £7.50, child £5. Barking, IG11 0RJ. capitalkarts.com. 020 7100 Tour £18, child £12. St. John’s Wood Road, 4412. Barking. Off map. NW8 8QN. 020 7616 8595. lords.org. St. John’s Wood. Map A2. UP AT THE O2 This exciting attraction at The O2 gives visitors the chance to walk over the top WEMBLEY STADIUM TOURS Get a behind- of the iconic arena. Wheelchair access available. the-scenes look at one of the world’s most Open 10am, closing times vary, please check famous football stadiums and concert venues, website. Tickets from £25. Peninsula Square, including the dressing rooms, players’ tunnel SE10 0DX. theo2.co.uk/upattheo2. onto the pitch and have your picture taken with a North Greenwich. Map inset.
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By David G. Taylor ISON SAM WANAMKER © SHAKESPEARE’S PLAYHOUSE GLOBE/ALLIES+MORR The Globe’s New Tudor Playhouse SSION OF THE THE OF SSION When the life-sized English dramatist John riverside replica of William Webster’s The Duchess Shakespeare’s Globe Of Malfi (from 9 Jan, p. 67)
Theatre was fi rst planned, starring Gemma Arterton ARTIST’S IMPRE it was always intended to (Tamara Drewe). First include an additional indoor performed at the original theatre to complement the Globe between 1613-14, Globe’s open-air 16th- the play’s considered one century Elizabethan design. of the greatest dramas of It was American fi lm the English Renaissance. director and actor Sam Directed by Dominic Wanamaker (father of Dromgoole, the tragedy actress Zoë Wanamaker) set in Italy concerns who instigated the project, a recently widowed THE EXCEPT ISTOCKPHOTO; IMAGES ALL and so it’s fi tting that the its outdoor counterpart Duchess who new indoor theatre should be is closed.Unique marries beneath called the Sam Wannamaker among London venues, her class, to the Playhouse (pictured inset). its structure is made wrath of her family. It differs from the iconic from handcrafted oak, Dealing with themes Shakespeare’s Globe because will be lit by hundreds of including corruption, it draws on roofed 17th-century candles during performances, incest, the abuse of power and Jacobean designs, and will of and provides pit seating for 340 the status of women, and ending course, provide a warm space people. in murder, it’s a brutal and for productions to be staged The Playhouse stages its macabre tale, something that during the winter months, when fi rst production this month with Jacobean theatregoers loved.
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To dial the UK remove the fi rst 0 and add 44. THE BODYGUARD MOBO Award-winner Beverley Knight plays a pop star seeking protection from a stalker. Based on the 1992 fi lm, this new show features songs made famous visitlondon.com offers a secure online booking by Whitney Houston like I Will Always Love You. service, or buy from other legitimate agents Tickets £20-£67.50. Mon-Sat 7.30pm; Wed & registered with the Society Of Ticketing Agents Sat 3pm. Adelphi Theatre, Strand, WC2R 0NS. & Retailers (star.org.uk). 0844 579 0094. thebodyguardmusical.com. Find a range of bargain tickets at the TKTS Charing Cross. Key 1. booth in Leicester Square (map C5). For assisted performances and more, order THE BOOK OF MORMON From the writers of the free Access London Theatre brochure TV’s South Park, comes this controversial satire (Society Of London Theatre on 020 7557 about organised religion and other hot topics. It 6700. Email: [email protected]). follows the exploits of two hapless missionaries Shows sometimes close early or make from the Church Of The Latter Day Saints. schedule changes, so check when booking. Mon-Sat 7.30pm; Wed & Sat 2.30pm. Tickets £49.50-£74.50. Prince Of Wales Theatre, Coventry Street, W1D 6AS. 0844 482 5110. bookofmormonlondon.com. Key: refers to numbers on Leicester Square. Key 38. our Theatreland Map. Map: refers to the grid on our CHARLIE AND THE Central London Map. CHOCOLATE FACTORY A TBC: To Be Confi rmed. new musical version of Roald In rep:
In repertoire – so Dahl’s tale of an ordinary EBBER performances alternate. boy and an extraordinary Transport symbols: see confectioner. A once-in- Contents page for key. a-lifetime competition has Wonka Bar devotees vying for a behind-the-scenes tour. A mostly new score includes the 1971 fi lm’s song Pure JEEVES & WOOSTER © ULI W Cheeky Imagination. Mon-Sat AMERICAN PSYCHO British 7.30pm; Wed & Sat 2.30pm. To 25 Jan: A new musical Tickets £25-£67.50. Theatre based on the novel by Bret Comedies Royal Drury Lane, Catherine Easton Ellis and 2000 1. The 39 Steps, p. 67 Street, WC2B 5JF. 0844 fi lm. It’s a satire of 1980s 2. One Man, Two Guvnors, p. 69 871 8810. charlieandthe consumerism, in which 3. Jeeves & Wooster: Perfect chocolatefactory.com. young Patrick Bateman Nonsense, p. 67 (pictured) Covent Garden. leads a double-life as a Key 45. businessman and serial killer. Daily 7.30pm; Sat 2.30pm. Tickets CIRQUE DU SOLEIL – QUIDAM From £8-£45. Almeida Theatre, Almeida Street, 4 Jan: Awesome aerial acts and more N1 1TA. 020 7359 4404. almeida.co.uk. (p. 71). Times vary. Tickets £26.50-£95. Royal Highbury & Islington. Off map. Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, SW7 2AP. 0845 401 5045. cirquedusoleil.com. South BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL The story of Kensington. Map D2. a northern boy whose macho father tries to quash his dream of becoming a ballet dancer. THE COMMITMENTS World premiere of a Set during the fi nancial hardships of the 1980s musical based on Roddy Doyle’s book and 1991 miners’ strike, this Olivier Award-winning show fi lm. It’s about an Irish music fan who creates a has music by Sir Elton John. Mon-Sat 7.30pm; credible soul band from amateur locals. Tues-Sun Thurs & Sat 2.30pm. Tickets £19.50-£67.50. 7.30pm; Sat & Sun 3pm. Tickets £10-£67.50. Victoria Palace Theatre, Victoria Street, SW1E Palace Theatre, 109 Shaftesbury Avenue, W1D 5EA. 0844 811 0055. billyelliotthemusical. 8AY. 0844 412 4656. thecommitmentslondon. com. Victoria. Key 49. com. Leicester Square. Key 33.
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DIRTY DANCING – THE CLASSIC STORY ON STAGE An energetic love story based on the 1987 dance fi lm. Set in 1950s America, it’s a coming-of-age tale concerning a romance between a teenage girl and a holiday camp dance instructor. Hit songs include (I’ve Had) The Time Of My Life. Tues-Sat 7.30pm; Sun 7pm; Sat & Sun 2.30pm. Tickets £26.50-£67. Piccadilly Theatre, 16 Denman Street, W1D 7DY. 0844 871 7630. dirtydancingonstage. co.uk. Piccadilly Circus. Key 35.
FROM HERE TO ETERNITY Tim Rice’s wartime musical is based on James Jones’ 1951 novel, following an illicit love affair on a Hawaiian army base in the leading up to the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor. Mon-Sat 7.30pm; Wed & Sat 2.30pm. Tickets £18- £83. Shaftesbury Theatre, 210 Shaftesbury Avenue,WC2H 8DP. 020 7379 5399. fromheretoeternitythemusical.com. Tottenham Our Court Road. Key 42. Pick FUERZABRUTA To 2 Mar: An Argentinian Bags Of Ballerinas spectacular with extraodinary sights including a Airborne plastic bags seemingly dancing watery ballet on a transparent sheet suspended like ballerinas to the music of Debussy, above the audience. Standing only. Contains provides a mesmerising opening to this nudity and strobe lighting. Times vary. Tickets year’s 38th annual London International £32.50- £46.50. The Roundhouse, Chalk Mime Festival (8 Jan-1 Feb), which Farm Road, NW1 8EH. 0844 482 8008. roundhouse.org.uk. Chalk Farm. Off map. celebrates visual and physical theatre and IMGES © JEAN-LUC BEAUJAULT takes place at venues across London. The festival’s opening bag ballet JERSEY BOYS The Olivier Award-winning performance is by France’s Compagnie story of American pop sensations Frankie Valli Non Nova, a troupe set up in 1998 by Phia And The Four Seasons, charting their meteoric Ménard. Titled L’Après Midi D’un Foehn career from the mid-1960s. Songs include Big (8-11 Jan), it takes place at the Platform Girls Don’t Cry. Tues-Sat 7.30pm; Tues & Sat Theatre at Central Saint Martins University 3pm, Sun 5pm. Tickets £24.50-£69.50. Prince Of The Arts in King’s Cross. Edward Theatre, 28 Old Compton Street, W1D Among many other festival highlights 4HS. 0844 482 5151. jerseyboyslondon.com. you’ll fi nd One Step Before The Fall Leicester Square. Key 37. (23-26 Jan) at the Barbican, from the LES MISÉRABLES The world’s longest- Czech Republic’s running musical has lost none of its impact. Spitfi re Company Adapted from the Victor Hugo novel, it’s an epic and set tale of love and courage amid a violent 1832 in a boxing ring, Paris uprising in post-Revolutionary France. and the UK Mon-Sat 7.30pm; Wed & Sat 2.30pm. Tickets premiere of £10 (standing)-£67.50. Queen’s Theatre, 51 Mathurin Bolze’s Shaftesbury Avenue, W1D 6BA. 0844 482 A Bas Bruit, which 5160. lesmis.com. Piccadilly Circus. Key 39. pays homage to French New LET IT BE Tribute to The Beatles (p. 13). Mon Wave cinema. & Wed-Sat 7.30pm, Sun 7pm; Sat & Sun 020 7637 5661. 3pm. Tickets £15-£90. Savoy Theatre, Savoy mimelondon.com. Court, Strand, WC2R 0ET. 0844 871 7687. letitbelondon.com. Charing Cross. Key 41.
64 | visitlondon.com | LONDON PLANNER | January 2014 THE LIGHT PRINCESS A new musical about MATILDA THE MUSICAL Roald a mourning prince and princess. The grief makes Dahl’s comic kids’ book is brought to life in an him heavy-hearted, while she levitates bizarrely in excellent musical stage version by British writer the air. It’s written by singer-songwriter Tori Amos Dennis Kelly and Australian comic Tim Minchin. and playwright Samuel Adamson. In rep. Tickets It’s about a gifted fi ve-year-old girl whose £12-£48. National Theatre, South Bank, SE1 sadistic headmistress and ignorant family have 9PX. 020 7452 3000. nationaltheatre.org.uk. failed to realise that she’s actually a genius. Tues Waterloo. Key 27. 7pm, Wed-Sat 7.30pm; Wed & Sat 2.30pm, Sun 3pm. Tickets £20-£67.50. Cambridge DISNEY’S THE LION KING Now in Theatre, Seven Dials, WC2H 9HU. 0844 its 15th year in Theatreland, this is a wonderful 412 4652. matildathemusical.com. Covent adaptation of the Disney fi lm with ingenious Garden. Key 8. costumes and innovative puppetry. The evil Scar sets out to kill the lion prince and claim the throne. MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT Eric Idle’s Tunes include Can You Feel The Love Tonight? comedy musical is largely based on the 1975 Tues-Sat 7.30pm; Wed, Sat & Sun 2.30pm. fi lm Monty Python And The Holy Grail. Join Tickets £22.70-£97.70. Lyceum Theatre, 21 the escapades of King Arthur and his Knights Wellington Street, WC2E 7RQ. 0844 871 3000. Of The Round Table as they search for the holy thelionking.co.uk. Covent Garden. Key 24. grail, braving French insults and the Knights That Say “Ni!” Mon-Thurs 8pm; Fri 6pm & MAMMA MIA! A tribute to the music of the 9pm; Sat 2.30pm & 8pm. Tickets £20-£75. Swedish pop legends ABBA, with a feel-good Playhouse Theatre, Northumberland Avenue, story that hinges on wedding day revelations WC2N 5DE. 0844 871 7631. spamalotontour. on a Greek island. Hit songs include The Winner co.uk. Embankment. Key 36. Takes It All. Mon-Sat 7.45pm; Thurs & Sat 3pm. Tickets £15-£67.50. Novello Theatre, Aldwych, ONCE A romance blossoms between an Irish WC2B 4LD. 020 7812 7498. mamma-mia.com. busker and a young Czech mother united by Covent Garden. Key 30. their love of music. This new musical is based
January 2014 | LONDON PLANNER | visitlondon.com | 65 ENTERTAINMENT on the 2006 fi lm, written by Ireland’s Enda Sun 3pm. Tickets £26-£52.50. Ambassadors Walsh. It includes the Oscar-winning song Theatre, West Street, WC2H 9ND. 0844 811 Falling Slowly. Mon-Sat 7.30pm; Thurs & Sat 2334. stomplondon.com. Leicester Square. 3pm. Tickets £19.50-£49.50. Phoenix Theatre, Key 2. 110 Charing Cross Road, WC2H 0JP. 0844 871 7629. oncemusical.co.uk. Tottenham THRILLER – LIVE Non-stop hit songs and Court Road. Key 34. razor-sharp choreography celebrate the career of the late Michael Jackson, and the Jackson THE ONLY WAY IS DOWNTON A one- 5. Songs include Billie Jean. Tues-Fri & Sun man show sending up TV drama Dowton Abbey. 7.30pm, Sat 8pm; Sat 4pm, Sun 3.30pm. Tickets Impressionist Luke Kempner (Avenue Q) stars. £27.50-£62.50. Lyric Theatre, 29 Shaftesbury Tickets £20-£30. Sun-Sat 7.45pm; Thurs & Sat Avenue, W1D 7ES. 0844 482 9674. thrillerlive. 3pm. Trafalgar Studios, 14 Whitehall, SW1A com. Piccadilly Circus. Key 25. 2DY. 0844 871 7632. atgtickets.com. Charing Cross. Key 47. WE WILL ROCK YOU Set Our in a bleak futuristic world THE PHANTOM OF THE Pick where rock music has been OPERA A mysterious banned, it boasts anthems by masked man haunting the the band Queen, including Paris Opera House falls for Bohemian Rhapsody. a beautiful soprano singer Mon-Sat 7.30pm; Wed in this gothic romance. & Sat 2.30pm. Tickets Based on the novel by £16.25 (standing)-£66.25. French writer Gaston Dominion Theatre, 268-269 Leroux, its songs include Tottenham Court Road, RSSON The Music Of The Night. W1T 7AQ. 0844 847 Mon-Sat 7.30pm; Thurs & 1775. wewillrockyou.co.uk. Sat 2.30pm. Tickets £21- Save On Seats Tottenham Court Road. £95. Her Majesty’s Theatre, The moneysaving Get Into Key 11. 57 Haymarket, SW1Y London Theatre season returns 4QL. 0844 482 9674. (1 Jan-13 Feb)! See top shows WICKED This multi award- thephantomoftheopera. for a fraction of the usual price. winning show tells the tale com. Piccadilly Circus. Partcipating shows include Billy of two magical girls from the WIND IN © JOHAN THE PE WILLOWS Key 19. Elliot The Musical, The Curious Land Of Oz who grow up to Incident Of The Dog In The be rivals. It’s the backstory STEPHEN WARD Andrew Night-Time, Disney’s The Lion of the good and wicked Lloyd Webber’s new King, Mamma Mia!, The Phantom witches, made famous in L. musical is about the 1963 Of The Opera, The Wind In The Frank Baum’s iconic book sex scandal that rocked Willows and Wicked. For more The Wonderful Wizard British politics. Ward was details see, p. 17. Of Oz. Mon-Sat 7.30pm; a well-connected osteopath Wed & Sat 2.30pm. Tickets whose fall from grace risked ensnaring a web £21.25-£97.75.Apollo Victoria Theatre, 17 of friends, including stars, spies, models, Wilton Road, SW1V 1LG. 0844 826 8000. government ministers and aristocrats. Alexander wickedthemusical.co.uk. Victoria. Key 5. Hanson (Jesus Christ Superstar) heads the cast. Mon-Sat 7.30pm; Wed & Sat 2.30pm. Tickets £15-£67.50. Aldwych Theatre, 49 Aldwych, WC2B 4DF. 0844 847 2379. THE 39 STEPS Comic adaptation of the stephenwardthemusical.com Charing 1935 Alfred Hitchcock fi lm and John Buchan’s Cross. Key 3. novel. Four actors play more than 139 roles between them, as British hero Richard Hannay STOMP A multi-award-winning fusion ends up on the run, being pursued by secret of theatre, dance, comedy and rhythmic agents during World War One. Mon-Sat 8pm; percussion. Performers innovate with everyday Wed 3pm, Sat 4pm. Tickets £10-£42.50. items (such as dustbin lids, lighters and a Criterion Theatre, 218-223 Piccadilly Circus, kitchen sink), to create music and spectacle. SW1Y 4XA. 0844 847 1778. love39steps. Mon & Thurs-Sat 8pm, Sun 6pm; Thurs, Sat & com. Piccadilly Circus. Key 10.
66 | visitlondon.com | LONDON PLANNER | January 2014 CORIOLANUS To 8 Feb: As war and famine Theatre, 104 St. Martin’s Lane, WC2N 4BG. lay seige to Rome, Josie Rourke directs 0844 871 3051. jeevesandwoosterplay.com. Shakespeare’s tragedy of of political manipulation Leicester Square. Key 14. and revenge. Tom Hiddleston stars (War Horse). 6-11 Dec: Daily 7.30pm. From 12 Dec: Mon-Sat THE MISTRESS CONTRACT From 7.30pm; Thurs & Sat 2.30pm. Tickets £10-£35. 30 Jan: Abi Morgan’s play is about an elderly Donmar Warehouse,41 Earlham Street, WC2H Amerian couple who live in separate houses and 9LX. 0844 871 7624. donmarwarehouse.com. have an unusual arrangement. Mon-Sat 7.30pm; Covent Garden. Key 12. Thurs & Sat 3pm. Tickets £10-£32. Royal Court Theatre, 50-51 Sloane Square, SW1W 8AS. CUCKOO 14-25 Jan: Life gets more 020 7565 5000. Sloane Square. Off map. exciting for a bored housewife when she meets her daughter’s new friend. Suitable for ages 18+. MOJO To 1 Feb: In 1958 London, an aspiring Times vary. Tickets £10-£16. 147 Tooley Street, rock ‘n’ roll star gets caught between gangsters SE1 2HZ. 020 7645 0560. unicorntheatre.com. and seedy Soho lowlifes in Jez Butterworth’s London Bridge. Map C9. black comedy. Rupert Grint (Harry Potter) is among the cast. Mon-Sat 7.30pm; Thurs & THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG Sat 2.30pm. Tickets £15-£85. Harold Pinter IN THE NIGHT-TIME The National Theatre’s Theatre, Panton Street, SW1Y 4DN. 0844 871 production of Mark Haddon’s book. It follows a 7622. mojotheplay.com. Piccadilly Circus. 15-year-old boy with Asperger syndrome, as he Key 18. solves the murder of his neighbour’s dog. Mon- Sat 7.30pm; Thurs & Sat 7.30pm. Tickets £12- £57.50. Apollo Theatre, 31 Shaftesbury Avenue, Our W1D 7ES. 020 7452 3000. nimaxtheatres.com. Pick Piccadilly Circus. Key 4.
THE DUCHESS OF MALFI From 9 Jan: Tragedy awaits when a widowed Duchess marries beneath her (p. 60). Tues-Sat 7.30pm;
THE WEIR © HELEN WARNER HELEN © WEIR THE Thurs, Sat & Sun 2.30pm. Tickets £10-£60. Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, Shakespeare’s Globe, 21 New Globe Walk, SE1 9DT. 020 7401 9919. shakespearesglobe.com. Blackfriars. Map C8.
HAPPY DAYS From 23 Jan: Juliet Stevenson (Truly Madly Deeply) in Samuel Beckett’s surreal masterpiece about a woman sinking into the earth. Mon-Sat 7.30pm; Wed & Sat 2pm (except 25 & 29 Jan). Tickets £10-£35. Ales & Tall Tales Young Vic, 66 The Cut, SE1 8LZ. 020 7922 Donmar Warehouse hit The Weir transfers 2922. youngvic.org. Waterloo. Key 52. to the West End’s Wyndham’s Theatre this month (from 16 Jan, p. 69). It retains the HENRY V To 15 Feb: Jude Law (Alfi e) stars original cast with stars including Brian Cox in the Bard’s drama about a king at war with (Manhunter), Dervla Kirwan (Ballykissangel) France. Mon-Sat 7.30pm; Wed & Sat 2.30pm. and Ardal O’Hanlon (Father Ted). Tickets £10-£57.50. Noël Coward Theatre, 85- Written by acclaimed Irish playwright 88 St. Martin’s Lane, WC2N 4BG. 020 7922 Conor McPherson in 1997 and directed 2922. atgtickets.com. Leicester Square. here by Josie Rourke, it’s set in a remote Key 14. rural Irish pub, where four men try and impress new neighbour Valerie with their JEEVES & WOOSTER: PERFECT stories of ghosts, fairies and mysterious NONSENSE To 8 Mar: A new comedy, happenings from Irish folklore, but Valerie based on the works of British author P.G. has a supernatural story of her own to Wodehouse. Mon-Sat 7.30pm, Wed & Sat share, and it’s true. 2.30pm. Tickets £20-£85. Duke Of York’s
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THE MOUSETRAP A murderer strikes at WAR HORSE A heartbreaking story, adapted a remote country house party in Agatha from Michael Morpurgo’s book, about Christie’s whodunnit. Now more than 60 years friendship. When his horse is sold to the World old, this is the world’s longest-running show. War One cavalry, the boy lies about his age Mon-Sat 7.30pm; Tues 3pm, Sat 4pm. Tickets and enlists. Mon, Wed-Sat 7.30pm; Tues 7pm; £16.60-£43.10. St. Martin’s Theatre, West Thurs & Sat 2.30pm. Tickets £15-£55. New Street, WC2H 9NZ. 0844 499 1515. the- London Theatre, 166 Drury Lane, WC2B mousetrap.co.uk. Leicester Square. Key 40. 5PW. 020 7452 3000. warhorseonstage.com. Covent Garden. Key 28. NOT I, FOOTFALLS, ROCKABY 9-18 Jan: Actress Lisa Dwan (Bhopal: A THE WEIR From 16 Jan: Conor Prayer For Rain) with a one-woman Samuel McPherson’s Olivier Award-winning play (p. 67). Beckett trilogy. Daily 8pm. Tickets £10-£25. Mon-Sat 7.30pm, Wed & Sat 3pm. Tickets £10- Royal Court Theatre, 50-51 Sloane Square, £55. Wyndham’s Theatre, 32 Charing Cross SW1W 8AS. 020 7565 5000. Sloane Road, WC2H 0DA. 0844 482 5120. atgtickets. Square. Off map. com.com. Leicester Square. Key 51.
ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS A slapstick THE WOMAN IN BLACK A play based on comedy about food, money and small-time crooks Susan Hill’s gothic-style 1983 book, in which in 1960s Britain. A National Theatre production, an unwitting junior solicitor heads to spooky it’s based on Carlo Goldoni’s 1743 comedy The Eel Marsh House to sort out the affairs of a Servant Of Two Masters. Mon-Sat 7.30pm; Wed recently deceased recluse. Tues-Sat 8pm; & Sat 2.30pm. Tickets £15-£57.50. Theatre Tues & Thurs 3pm; Sat 4pm. Tickets £18-£48. Royal Haymarket, 18 Suffolk Street, SW1Y 4HT. Fortune Theatre, Russell Street, WC2B 5HH. 020 7930 8800. onemantwoguvnors.com. 0844 871 7626. thewomaninblack.com. Piccadilly Circus. Key 46. Covent Garden. Key 15.
RICHARD II To 25 Jan: David Tennant (Doctor Who) stars in a new production of the Bard’s royal tragedy by the RSC (Royal Shakespeare Company), which has transferred from Stratford-upon-Avon. Mon-Sat 7.15pm; Sat PHOTO COURTESTPHOTO OF ARTHOUSE 2pm. Barbican Theatre, Barbican Centre, Silk Street, EC2Y 8DS. 0845 120 7550. barbican. org.uk. Barbican. Key 7.
STRANGERS ON A TRAIN To 22 Feb: A casual conversation leads to murder in a stage adaptation of Patricia Highsmith’s novel and Alfred Hitchcock’s 1951 fi lm. Laurence Fox (W.E.), Jack Huston (Boardwalk Empire) and Imogen Stubbs (Sense And Sensibility) star. Mon-Sat 7.30pm; Wed & Sat 2.30pm. Tickets £17.50-£57.50. Gielgud Theatre, 35 Secret Shaftesbury Avenue, W1D 6AR. 0844 482 Spaces 5130. delfontmackintosh.co.uk. Piccadilly Arthouse Circus. Key 17. Crouch End’s latest cultural venue opened at the end of 2013 in a former Salvation TWELVE ANGRY MEN To 1 Mar: Martin Army Hall built in 1910 (seen here prior Shaw (The Professionals) and Robert Vaughn to refurbishment). Inside visitors can enjoy (Towering Inferno) are among the stars of this cinema, theatre, dance, music and comedy or nail-biting courtroom drama, inspired by the chill-out at its charming café-bar. Meanwhile, 1957 fi lm. Mon-Sat 7.45pm; Thurs & Sat 3pm. event highlights include author readings, live Tickets £19.50-£49.50. Garrick Theatre, opera screenings and midnight movies. 159A 2 Charing Cross Road, WC2H 0HH. Tottenham Lane, N8 9BT. arthousecrouchend. 0844 482 9673. nimaxtheatres.com. co.uk. Hornsey. Off map. Charing Cross. Key 16.
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LONDON COLISEUM Home to the English SOUTHBANK CENTRE 18 Jan: The Johann National Ballet. 9-19 Jan: Le Corsaire (various Strauss Gala. Royal Festival Hall, Southbank composers). In rep. Tickets £12-£110. 33 St. Centre, Belvedere Road, SE1 8XX. Martin’s Lane, WC2N 4ES. 020 7845 9300. 0844 545 8252. southbankcentre.co.uk. eno.org. Charing Cross. Key 54. Waterloo. Key 61.
ROYAL OPERA HOUSE The Royal Ballet ST. JAMES’S PICCADILLY CHURCH This Company’s home base. To 16 Jan: The 1676 church, designed by Sir Christopher Nutcracker (Tchaikovsky). To 7 Jan: Jewels Wren, has a wonderful programme of evening (Fauré/Stravinsky/Tchaikovsky. In rep. Tickets concerts. Details on the website. Enjoy free £6-£112. Bow Street, WC2E 9DD. 020 7304 lunchtime recitals every Mon, Wed & Fri 4000. roh.org.uk. Covent Garden. Key 57 1.10pm. 197 Piccadilly, W1J 9LL. 020 7381 0441. sjp.org.uk. Piccadilly Circus. Key 58. SADLER’S WELLS To 26 Jan: Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake (Tchaikovsky). Tickets £12- ST. MARTIN-IN-THE-FIELDS CHURCH £60. Rosebery Avenue, EC1R 4TN. 0844 412 Head to this 18th-century church (rebuilt 1722- 4300. sadlerswells.com. Angel. Key 60. 24 by architect James Gibbs), for an extensive programme of evening concerts. Plus free lunchtime music recitals at 1pm on Mon, Tues and Fri. Trafalgar Square, WC2N 4JJ. 020 7766 BFI SOUTHBANK Enjoy fi lm and TV from the 1100. smitf.org. Charing Cross. Key 59. archives of the British Film Institute (BFI). I To 31 Jan: Gothic: The Dark Heart Of Film. Horror season. Discover Arab Cinema. A year of contemporary Arab fi lms. JAZZ CAFE CAMDEN A 420 capacity venue Belvedere Road, SE1 8XT. 020 7928 3232. with a mezzanine restaurant. 19 Jan: Nearly whatson.bfi .org.uk. Waterloo. Map C6. Dan Perform Steely Dan. 24 Jan: Ginger Baker Jazz Confusion. 26 Jan: Musical Youth. 5 Parkway, NW1 7PG. 020 7688 8899. mamacolive.com/thejazzcafe. Camden Phone ahead for individual times and ticket prices. Town. Off map. QUIDAM © CIRQUE DU SOLEIL/MATT BEARD
Our Imagination Pick and illusion Acrobats, human pyramids and aerial contortionists are just a few of the spectacular feats you can witness as Cirque Du Soleil’s award-winning show Quidam returns to the Royal Albert Hall (from 4 Jan, p. 62). The story centres on a young girl called Zoé, who neglected by her family, escapes into the world of her imagination; a place called Quidam, where she fi nally fi nds support and encouragement from the strange characters she meets.
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NEW WIMBLEDON THEATRE 17 Jan: Suitable for ages 6+. Times vary. Tickets Mercury. Leading Queen tribute band. The £10-£16. Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway, Broadway, SW19 1QG. 0844 871 7646. SW19 1SB. 020 8543 4888. polkatheatre. atgtickets.com. South Wimbledon/Wimbledon com. South Wimbledon. Off map.
O2 ACADEMY BRIXTON Built in 1929, this EMIL AND THE DETECTIVES In 1920s former cinema and theatre hosts live gigs and Germany, a boy has his money stolen on a train, club nights, with a capacity of more than 4,000. and tracks the thief to Berlin. Based on Erich 9-11 Jan: The 1975. 211 Stockwell Road, SW9 Kästner’s book. Suitable for ages 7+. Times vary. 9SL. 0844 477 2000. o2academybrixton.co.uk. Tickets £12-£48. National Theatre, South Bank, Brixton. Off map. SE1 9PX. 020 7452 3000. nationaltheatre.org. uk. Waterloo. Key 27. O2 ACADEMY ISLINGTON 11 Jan: The Smyths – The Smiths. N1 Centre, 16 DINOSAUR ZOO To 12 Jan: Parkfi eld Street,, N1 0PS. 020 7288 4400. Giant puppetry and infl atable environments help o2academyislington.co.uk. Angel. Off map. bring dinosaurs to life in this interactive live show from Australia. Suitable for ages 3+. Times very. THE O2 ARENA Indoor arena with a massive Tickets £14-£21.50. Phoenix Theatre, Charing 20,000 capacity. 10-11 Jan: Cross Road, WC2H 0JP. Maroon 5. Peninsula Square, 0844 871 7629. SE10 0DX. 0844 856 0202. Tottenham Court Road. theo2.co.uk. North Key 34. Greenwich. Map inset. THE GRUFFALO To 12 Jan: RICHMOND THEATRE A musical stage adaptation of 17 Jan: One Night Of Elvis: the book by Julia Donaldson Lee. ‘Memphis’ King. and Axel Scheffl er. Ages 18 Jan: The Magic Of 3+. Wed-Fri 11am; Sat & Motown. 25 Jan: The Sun 10am & noon. Tickets Counterfeit Stones. The £14-£21.50. Lyric Theatre, Green, TW9 1QJ. atgtickets. 29 Shaftesbury Avenue, com. Richmond. W1D 7ES. 0844 482 9674. RICHARD II COURTESY OF RSC Off map. nimaxtheatres.com. Piccadilly Circus. Key 25.
ENJOY PETER PAN: LONDON COLISEUM David Tennant THE NEVER ENDING Home to the English National as Richard II STORY 2-4 Jan: A hi- Opera. From 29 Jan: Peter p. 69 tech fantasy adventure Grimes (Britten). In rep. combining live theatre Tickets £12-£110. 33 St. with fi lm and special Martin’s Lane, WC2N 4ES. 020 7845 9300. effects. Stacey Solomon (X eno.org. Charing Cross. Key 54. Factor) plays Tinkerbell. Times vary. Tickets £22.50-£50.85. London Wembley Arena, ROYAL OPERA HOUSE Home to the Arena Square, Engineers Way, HA9 0AA. 020 world-famous Royal Opera company. 8782 5566. wembleyarena.co.uk. Wembley To 9 Jan: Carmen (Bizet). To 10 Mar: Turandot Off map. (Puccini). To 15 May: Le Nozze Di Figaro (Mozart). In rep. Tickets £8-£225. Bow Street, THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS To 1 Feb: WC2E 9DD. 020 7304 4000. roh.org.uk. Dance, music and puppetry tell Kenneth Covent Garden. Key 57. Grahame’s story about friends Mole, Ratty, Badger and Toad. A Royal Opera House production. Suitable for ages 5+. Tickets £15-£50. Duchess Theatre, 3-5 Catherine ALICE’S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND Street, WC2B 5LA. 0844 412 4659. To 15 Feb: Lewis Carroll’s classic tale is nimaxtheatres.com. Charing Cross. brought to life with music and comedy. Key 13.
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By Jo Caird
New Designer Outlet London’s January sales offer the centre is quickly becoming bargains galore but, thanks to home to an exciting array of the recent opening of a very restaurants and cafés as well special new shopping centre, as a nine-screen Cineworld they’re not the only place complex, perfect for a post- where you can fi nd great deals shopping break. on your favourite brands. The newest addition to the Part of an exciting lifestyle diverse restaurant line-up, Our destination development Brazilian barbecue chain neighbouring the iconic Cabana, offers succulent Pick Wembley Stadium, the newly chicken skewers made fresh Fortnum’s opened London Designer to order, beef and pork served 1st in 300 yrs Outlet is the fi rst of its kind in a variety of styles including Another exciting recent in the capital, where savvy burgers and steaks, ribs and a launch is the fi rst new shoppers can nab the latest range of salads. Fortnum & Mason store in styles from leading high-street The London Designer Outlet 307 years. Discover it in names at up to 70% off retail is open Mon-Sat 9am-8pm; the handy shopping mall at price year-round from the Sun 11am-5pm; bank holidays St. Pancras International likes of retailers including L.K. 9am-6pm. London Designer station (p. 76), where Bennett, Superdry, Guess, Outlet, Empire Way, HA9 you’ll fi nd trendy Scottish Marks & Spencer, GAP, Phase 0WS. london-designer-outlet. knitwear brand Lyle & Eight and Clarks. com. Wembley Stadium, Scott, which counts UK New shops are opening Wembley Park, band the Arctic Monkeys every week, and in addition to Wembley Central among its fans. the planned 70 outlets in total, Off map.
74 | visitlondon.com | LONDON PLANNER | January 2014 Normal opening times are approximately 10am- Weekends are best. Open daily. Brick Lane, 6pm, although some stores open until late on E1 6PU. visitbricklane.org. Aldgate East. Thursdays. Please contact retailers for further Off map. details. To dial the United Kingdom remove the first 0 and add 44. CAMDEN MARKET Shops and stalls selling retro clothes, antiques and jewellery. Some shops daily; most stalls Fri-Sun. Chalk Farm Road, NW1 8AF. 020 7485 7963. camdenlockmarket. TBC: To Be Confi rmed. com. Camden Town. Off map. Map: refers to the grid on our Central London Map. GREENWICH MARKET Covered market and Transport symbols: see Contents page for key. courtyard with quirky shops selling food, arts and crafts. Some shops open daily; market Tues-Sun 10am-5.30pm. Church Street, SE10 9HY. greenwichmarket.net. Cutty Sark. COVENT GARDEN A former vegetable market, Off map. now a popular centre for arts, crafts stalls, plus restaurants, cafés and pubs. Covent Garden. LONDON SILVER VAULTS The world’s largest Map B/C6. retailer of fi ne antique silver. Mon-Fri 9am- 5.30pm; Sat 9am-1pm. Chancery Lane, WC2A KING’S ROAD A range of high street 1QS. 020 7242 3844. thesilvervaults.com. names and boutiques, plus adjacent Chancery Lane. Map B7. Duke Of York’s Square is great for HUNT for fashion and antiques (p. 22). bargains in PICCADILLY MARKET Stalls in the Sloane Square. Map G4/5-H5. January sales church courtyard sell a range of food across the (Mon) antiques (Tues), plus arts and KNIGHTSBRIDGE This city crafts (Wed-Sat). St. James’s designer shopping area Church, 197 Piccadilly, W1J includes department 9LL. 020 7734 4511. stores Harrods and piccadilly-market.co.uk. Harvey Nichols. Green Park. Map C5. Knightsbridge. Map F5/6. PORTOBELLO ROAD MARKET Stalls every OXFORD STREET Sat, specialising in antiques, Europe’s busiest shopping street has major curiosities and arts. Shops open Mon-Sat. department stores and popular high-street Portobello Road, W11 1AN. portobellomarket. chains. Oxford Circus/Bond Street/Marble org. Notting Hill Gate. Off map. Arch. Map D6/7. OLD SPITALFIELDS MARKET Indoor REGENT STREET Prestigious retail area with market with a mix of stalls, including fashion stores including Apple, Liberty, Swarovski and on Sun, antiques on Thurs. Mon-Fri 10am- the fi rst British Ferrari shop. Oxford Circus/ 5pm; Sun 9am-5pm. Brushfi eld St, E1 6AA. Piccadilly Circus. Map D6/7/E7. visitspitalfi elds.com. Liverpool Street. Map B9.
BOROUGH MARKET A popular destination for foodies, with produce, snacks and wines. Open DEBENHAMS Great bargains for designer Mon-Thurs 10am-5pm; Fri 10am-6pm; Sat 8am- clothing addicts. Fashion, homewares 5pm. 8 Southwark Street, SE1 1TL. 020 7407 and accessories for the store. 334-348 1002. boroughmarket.org.uk. London Oxford Street, W1C 1JG. 0844 561 6161. Bridge. Map C8. debenhams.com. Oxford Circus. Map B4.
BRICK LANE Vintage shops and weekend FORTNUM & MASON Established in stalls selling everything from antique furniture 1707, it’s famed for its Food Hall. Don’t to books, retro clothing and records. miss the fashion and antiques departments
January 2014 | LONDON PLANNER | visitlondon.com | 75 SHOPPING and the Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon. 181 THE ROYAL ARCADE This Victorian arcade Piccadilly, W1A 1ER. 0845 300 1707. sells fi ne silver, art, bespoke shoes and fortnumandmason.com. Piccadilly Circus. chocolate. 28 Old Bond or 12 Albemarle Street, Map C5. W1S 4SB. Green Park. Map C5.
HAMLEYS One of the world’s biggest toy shops, selling everything a child could dream of. 188-196 Regent Street, W1B 5BT. 0871 704 ST. PANCRAS INTERNATIONAL A wide range 1977. hamleys.com. Oxford Circus. Map B5. of high street shops and boutiques with extended opening hours. St. Pancras International Station, HARRODS One of the world’s most famous Euston Road, N1C 4QP. stpancras.com/shop. stores: top fashion labels, accessories and Food King’s Cross St. Pancras. Map A6. Hall. 87-135 Brompton Rd, SW1X 7XL. 020 7730 1234. harrods.com. Knightsbridge. WESTFIELD LONDON More than 300 luxury Map D3. and high-street stores and 65 restaurants at this chic west London mall. Ariel Way, W12 7GF. HOUSE OF FRASER Affordable designer 020 3371 2300. westfi eld.com/london. fashion, beauty, homewares and more. 318 Shepherd’s Bush. Off map. Oxford Street, W1C 1HF. 0844 800 3752. houseoffraser.com. Oxford Circus. Map B4. WESTFIELD STRATFORD CITY London’s largest shopping centre boasts 270 shops, JOHN LEWIS Everything from hats to plus 70 restaurants and bars. 2 Stratford Place, homewares at this splendid seven-fl oor store. E20 1EJ. 020 8221 7300. westfi eld.com/ 300 Oxford Street, W1A 1EX. 020 7629 7711. stratfordcity. Stratford. Off map. johnlewis.com. Oxford Circus. Map B4.
LIBERTY Behind a mock-Tudor exterior lie accessories, fashion, beauty, interiors and IT’S ONLY ROCK ‘N’ ROLL Shop selling rock haberdashery. Great Marlborough Street, W1B memorabilia, t-shirts, autographs, photographs 5AH (and Westfi eld Stratford City). 020 7734 and more. 230 Baker Street, NW1 5RT. 020 1234. liberty.co.uk. Oxford Circus. Map B5. 7224 0277. itsonlyrocknrolllondon.co.uk. Baker Street. Map A3. MARKS & SPENCER Everything from food to furniture and clothing to cosmetics at this JOEL & SON FABRICS A family business and trusted British institution. 458 Oxford Street, royal warrant holder offering top-quality fabrics. W1C 1AP (and branches). 020 7935 7954. 73-87 Church Street, NW8 8EU. 020 7724 marksandspencer.com. Marble Arch. 6895. joelandsonfabrics.com. Edgware Map B4. Road. Map A3.
SELFRIDGES Great for fashion, beauty and LONDON GLASSBLOWING STUDIO food, plus the enormous Shoe Galleries. 400 & WORKSHOP Watch glass objects being Oxford Street, W1A 1AB. 0800 123 400. created as you browse and buy. 62-66 selfridges.com. Bond Street. Map B4. Bermondsey Street, SE1 3UD. 020 7403 2800. londonglassblowing.co.uk. London Bridge. Map D8.
PICCADILLY ARCADE Home to 16 carefully LONDON BEATLES STORE London’s curated shops with offerings from international only Beatles shop stocks new and original luxury retailers. Piccadilly Arcade, SW1Y 6NH. memorabilia. 231 Baker Street, NW1 6XE. 020 020 7647 3000. piccadilly-arcade.com. 7935 4464. beatlesstorelondon.co.uk. Baker Piccadilly Circus. Map C5. Street. Map A3.
PRINCES ARCADE This covered mall features TWININGS Over 100 varieties of teas and a mix of independent specialist shops and infusions at one of the oldest shops in London. boutiques.192/196 Piccadilly or 36/40 Jermyn Open since 1706, it also houses also a small Street, SW1Y 6DS. princesarcade.co.uk. tea museum. 216 Strand, WC2R 1AP. 020 Piccadilly Circus. Map C5. 7353 3511. twinings.co.uk. Temple. Map C6.
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By Jo Caird
Tried & Tested
Pankhurst: Razor-Sharp Grooming For a quintessentially English speakeasy-style lounge room, throat razor and beard and experience that harks back for those that want to hang out. moustache trim, which, without to the classic barbershops Treatments range from a Hot a word of a lie, left them of the 1950s and Edwardian Towel Face Massage (£30) and looking better than they ever gentlemen’s clubs, head to Classic Wet Shave (£40) have. Apart from looking my Pankhurst London in their to various packages, which at sharpest as I stepped into shopper-friendly location just the top end includes a haircut, the street, my pampering off Carnaby Street. An area deluxe shave and friction scalp proved the perfect antidote known as Newburgh Quarter massage (£125). to the busy day, so I’d heartily that’s increasingly gaining With my head shaved bald recommend a visit. a reputation for interesting and a small beard, my Incidentally, Pankhurst fashion boutiques, concept barber Adam, focused produce their own range of shops, quaint cafés and on a relaxing wet shave products, from Aftershave Ice restaurants, and anything with a traditional cut- Gel (£24) to Head To Toe that’s a tad different. Shampoo (£19), so visitors Owner Brent Pankhurst can take a little bit of that has quite a pedigree. grooming know-how home. He started his career It’s well-worth checking out working for Vidal Sassoon Newburgh Quarter, so visit in the late 1980s as an carnaby.co.uk. Review by eager 17-year-old, and David G. Taylor. Pankhurst more recently decided London, 10 Newburgh Street, to create his own classic W1F 7RN. 020 7287 9955. barbershop, but with a pankhurstlondon.com. difference; it has its own Oxford Circus. Map B5.
80 | visitlondon.com | LONDON PLANNER | January 2014 To dial the United Kingdom remove the first 0 and add 44. AVEDA INSTITUTE Large salon offering cuts, Most spas and salons are open seven days a colour, blow drying and botanical treatments week. To avoid disappointment, book treatments using Aveda’s plant-based products. Beauty in advance where possible. and spa treatments available.174 High Holborn, WC1V 7AA. 020 7759 7355. avedainstitute. co.uk. Covent Garden. Map B6.
Map: refers to the grid coordinates on our BEAUTY ROOMS AT FORTNUM & MASON Central London Map in the centre pages. Waxing, facials, nail treatments and more. Special Transport symbols: See the key on Inside This packages include the Flagging Shopper, a foot Issue, our contents page. massage and back massage to sooth tense muscles and sore feet. 181 Piccadilly, W1A 1ER. 020 7973 4094. fortnumandmason.com. Piccadilly Circus. Map C5. BERKELEY HEALTH CLUB & SPA The rooftop pool with views over Hyde Park is the DANIEL HERSHESON BLOW DRY BAR star attraction here, but the spa treatments are Walk in, browse the menu of 12 fashion-forward also popular and there’s a state-of-the-art gym looks, pick your favourite and a stylist will too. The Berkeley, Wilton Place, SW1X 7R. recreate it. Topshop, Oxford Circus, W1W 8LG 020 7235 6000. the-berkeley.co.uk. (and branches). 020 7927 7888. hershesons. Knightsbridge. Map D4. com. Oxford Circus. Map B5.
PORCHESTER SPA A splendid Victorian-era bath house offering affordable spa treatments including body scrubs, facials and massages GENTLEMEN’S TONIC A traditional barber as well as a range of salon treatments. Spa shop offering bespoke treatments and packages available. Men’s treatments available accessories. 31a Bruton Place, W1J 6NN (and during the men-only and mixed sessions branches). 020 7297 4343. gentlemenstonic. (Mon, Wed & Sat 11am-8pm; Sun 4pm-8pm). com. Green Park. Map C4. Queensway, W2 5HS. 020 7792 3980. better.org.uk/leisure/porchester-spa. GEO. F. TRUMPER Traditional barber shop Royal Oak. Off map. with a real Victorian ambience, offering wet shaves, toiletries and accessories. 9 Curzon SANCTUARY SPA A women-only spa with Street, W1J 5HQ (and branches). 020 7499 multiple swimming pools, massage and heat 1850. trumpers.com. Green Park. Map C4. treatment rooms, and even a pond with koi carp. Champagne-themed spa experiences also MURDOCH Victorian-style barber shop. Trims, available.12 Floral Street, WC2E 9DH (and cuts, wet shaves, shoeshines and more. 46 branches). 0845 521 4567. sanctuary.com. Redchurch Street, E2 7DP (and branches). Covent Garden. Map C6. 020 3393 7946. murdocklondon.com. Shoreditch High Street. Map A9. SPA LONDON Affordable day spa offering a thermal spa experience with two steam rooms, THE REFINERY Grooming emporium in the two saunas and a relaxation lounge.15 Marshall style of a modern gentlemen’s club. Treatments Street, W1F 7EL (and branches). 020 7494 include barbering, skincare and spa. 60 Brook 2208. spa-london.org. Oxford Circus. Street, W1K 5DU (and branches). Map B5. 020 7409 2001. the-refi nery.com. Bond Street. Map B4. URBAN RETREAT Full-service spa and salon on the top fl oor of Harrods offering bespoke SHARPS Get prepped and primped in this treatments for body, hair and skin, plus 1950s style establishment. Gentlemen’s essential grooming. 87-135 Brompton Road, grooming services range from haircutting to SW1X 0NA (and branches). 020 7893 8333. shaves. 9 Windmill Street, W1T 2JF (and urbanretreat.co.uk. Knightsbridge. branches). 020 7636 8688. sharpsbarbers. Map D3. com. Goodge Street. Map B5.
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82 | visitlondon.com | LONDON PLANNER | January 2014 EATING OUT
By Emma Levine
Tried & A Star Is Reborn Tested Talk show host Graham Norton since it opened 37 years ago. used to be a waiter at the The walls of its revamped dining restaurant Joe Allen and actor room are fi lled with photos Lionel Blair and comic Les of icons, from Liza Minnelli to Dawson were regulars. Since it baseball stars (original owner opened in 1977, the brasserie Joe Allen was a fan of stage, Joe Allen was the ‘staff canteen’ screen and sports). of West End actors, who’d come Its menu still has a wide variety to eat soon after curtain call. of mainly American classics, The restaurant has recently with Caesar salad, steak Our relaunched with a new owner, with béarnaise sauce, and a Bun Fun Pick yet this much-loved London icon lobster with fries as skinny as Flesh And Buns has (an outpost of the famous New shoelaces. London diners will been a hit since its 2013 York institution) is no ageing no doubt be back for an encore. opening. Part of a trend star. Looking as good as ever, Review by Emma Levine. 13 for ‘izakaya’ restaurants the ambience has hardly altered Exeter Street, WC2E 7TD. 020 (informal Japanese dining), it and the pianist, Jimmy Hardwick, 7836 0651. joeallen.co.uk. has a twist. Instead of fi lled plays each night as he has done Covent Garden. Map C6. hirata buns, you order a main ‘fi ller’ – such as a succulent lamb chop with kimchi – and stuff it into the warm, sweet buns. With its new express 3-course menu (noon-3pm, 5-6pm, after 10pm), it’s handy for a post/pre-theatre meal. 41 Earlham Street, WC2H 9LX. 020 7632 9500. fleshandbuns.com. www.visitbritain.com Covent Garden. Map B6.
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Approximate prices shown in listings are for burger, or its signature ‘Concretes’, which are a three-course meal without wine. amazing frozen custard milkshakes. ££. £: up to £20 per person. ££: £20-£40 per 24 Market Building, Covent Garden Market, person. £££: £40 or more per person. The Piazza, WC2E 8RD. 020 7240 0054. shakeshack.com. Covent Garden. Map B6. Venues are open daily for lunch and dinner, unless otherwise stated. To dial the United Kingdom remove the fi rst ALBION NEO BANKSIDE Delicious traditional 0 and add 44. British dishes emerge from the open kitchen in Terence Conran’s new café-restaurant, opposite the Tate Modern (see Galleries). Why not try the hearty kedgeree, followed by rhubarb fool? Map: refers to the grid coordinates on our ££. Pavilion B, Holland Street, SE1 9FU. Central London Map in the centre pages. albioncafes.com. Blackfriars. Map C7. Transport symbols: see Contents page for key. AQUA SHARD For a real treat, head up The Shard, the wonderful new London landmark. Here, you’ll enjoy contemporary British cuisine HARD ROCK CAFE Enjoy for breakfast, lunch and great burgers, steaks and dinner, along with fantastic other US classics, plus rock panoramic views. A real treat. memorabilia. This 40-year-old £££. 31 St. Thomas Street, branch is the original Hard SE1 9RL. aquashard.co.uk. Rock Cafe. The Vault has London Bridge. even more artefacts (see Map C9. Sightseeing). ££.150 Old Historic Park Lane, W1K 1QZ. 020 CAFÉ IN THE CRYPT 7514 1700. hardrock.com. Dining One of London’s best-kept Hyde Park Corner. secrets, located on Trafalgar Map C4. Venues Square. In the basement of the landmark church, this café PLANET HOLLYWOOD serves top-notch English food Head here to enjoy tasty at reasonable prices. Mon-Sat burgers, great cocktails, and from 8am; Sun 11am. £. even a wok station for Asian St. Martin-in-the-Fields, dishes. While you’re there, corner of Trafalgar Square, check out its fabulous fi lm 1. Cellarium Cafe & Terrace, p. 84 WC2N 4JJ. 020 7766 1158. memorabilia, including James 2. Restaurant At St. Paul’s, p. 85 smitf.org. Charing Bond. ££. 57-60 Haymarket, 3. Wallace Collection, above, p. 48 Cross. Map C6. SW1Y 4QX. 020 7287 4. The British Museum, p. 42 1000. planethollywood 5. Café In The Crypt, p. 84. CARAVAN New eatery in london.com. Piccadilly a converted warehouse, Circus. Map C5. serving innovative sharing plates including butternut squash croquettes. Informal, all-day RAINFOREST CAFE A rainforest jungle with dining, plus breakfast. Daily 8am-11pm. £-££. life-size animatronic animals and simulated Granary Building,1 Granary Square, N1C 4AA. rainstorms. Kids will love the theme, and dishes 020 7101 7661. caravankingscross.co.uk. including chicken wings and pasta. ££. 20-24 King’s Cross St. Pancras. Off map. Shaftesbury Avenue, W1D 7EU. 020 7434 3111. therainforestcafe.co.uk. Piccadilly CELLARIUM CAFE & TERRACE Dine in the Circus. Map C5. 14th-century Benedictine vaults of Westminster Abbey, or on a roof terrace with views of its SHAKE SHACK Recently opened and situated gothic towers. Enjoy breakfasts, lunch and in the heart of Covent Garden, this café- afternoon teas. £-££. Westminster Abbey, 20 restaurant serves American diner favourites with Dean’s Yard, SW1P 3PA. 020 7222 0516. a twist. For something different, try the ‘shroom’ cellariumcafe.com. Westminster. Map D6.
84 | visitlondon.com | LONDON PLANNER | January 2014 GARFUNKEL’S With a range of popular British MIN JIANG Superb food accompanied by dishes, from a traditional fried breakfast to good wonderful views across Hyde Park at this old battered fi sh and chips. You’ll fi nd a huge fi ve-star Chinese gastronomic experience. Try selection of food, including pasta, chicken wings traditional Sichuan dishes, and don’t miss out on and soups. Many city-centre locations. Daily the Beijing duck (pre-order only). £££. Royal 7am-midnight. ££.19 Irving Street, WC2H Garden Hotel, 2-24 Kensington High Street, W8 7AU. garfunkels.co.uk. Leicester Square. 4PT. 020 7361 1988. minjiang.co.uk. High Map C5. Street Kensington. Off map.
PARK TERRACE Located in the Royal Garden PING PONG Tasty, beautifully-presented dim Hotel London, this luxurious venue uses sum, plus rice dishes, wonton (dumplings), spring locally-sourced ingredients. Choose from the rolls, spare ribs and more, with a fun vibe and formal restaurant or the relaxed lounge for all-day very reasonable prices. £-££. 45 Great dining and afternoon tea. ££. 2-24 Kensington Marlborough Street, W1F 7JL (and branches). High Street, W8 4PT. 020 7937 8000. 020 7851 6969. pingpongdimsum.com. parkterracerestaurant.co.uk. High Street Oxford Circus. Map B5. Kensington. Off map.
RESTAURANT AT ST. PAUL’S In the cathedral’s vaults, dine on top British produce, with simple dishes such as artichoke and watercress tart, and chicken with broad bean salad. Lunch & afternoon tea only. ££. St. Paul’s Cathedral, St. Paul’s Churchyard, EC4M 8AD. 020 7248 2469. restaurantat stpauls.co.uk. St. Paul’s. Map B8.
ST. PANCRAS GRAND This ornate dining room, in the Eurostar terminal, is the perfect ambassador for British food. Enjoy this romantic spot and try brasserie-style dishes, cooked to perfection. Jazz brunch Sun noon-4pm. Daily from 7am. ££. Upper Concourse, St. Pancras Our International, N1C 4QL. 020 7870 9900. Pick searcys.co.uk. King’s Cross St. Pancras. CAKE IMAGE © HOWARD SHOOTER HOWARD © IMAGE CAKE Map A6. Great British Baking SOPHIE’S STEAKHOUSE & BAR Enjoy With a nod to its City location (it’s just some excellent British dishes in Theatreland, down the road from the Bank of England), such as Black Angus burger and Porterhouse the new fl agship outlet for Euphorium steaks. Other tasty options include a terrine Bakery has lampshades shaped like black board. There’s also a pre-theatre menu. ££. bowler hats hanging from the ceiling. It’s a 29-31 Wellington Street, Opera Quarter, quirky and humorous touch to this brand- WC2E 7DB (and branches). 020 7836 8836. new café, the latest in London’s oldest sophiessteakhouse.co.uk. Covent Garden. artisan bakery group. Map C6. Like all its outlets, it prides itself on hand- baked breads, pastries, soups and fresh salads. However, this is the only branch with a carvery, for slow-roast suckling pig, HAKKASAN This ground-breaking Chinese beef rib or herb roast turkey, carved and restaurant has immaculate service and crammed into warm bread for a fabulous spectacular décor. Excellent traditional and lunchtime sandwich. Head upstairs to fusion dishes, including Peking braised pork its comfortable sofas – and relax. 60 belly in plum sauce with kumquat. £££. Threadneedle Street, EC2R 8HP. 020 8 Hanway Place, W1T 1HD (and branch). 7796 3433. euphoriumbakery.com. 020 7927 7000. hakkasan.com. Tottenham Liverpool Street. Map B8. Court Road. Map B5.
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ROYAL CHINA CLUB One of four London outlets, this huge Cantonese restaurant is especially popular for its excellent dim sum, served every lunchtime. Evenings see favourites such as crispy aromatic duck. ££. 40-42 Baker Street, W1U 7AJ (and branch). 020 7487 4688. royalchinagroup.co.uk. Baker Street. Map B4.
MR FISH Fish and chips is a longstanding favourite British dish. Here, the fi sh is wonderfully fresh and great value. Try the crunchy plaice with chips and mushy peas. £. 9 Porchester Road, W2 5DP. 020 7229 4161. mrfi sh.uk.com. Bayswater. Map B/C2.
THE SEASHELL Stick with classic fish and chips, or try elegant dishes of goujons of lemon soul, and pan-fried king scallops. Don’t miss the traditional English desserts. ££. 49-51 Lisson Grove, NW1 6UH. 020 7224 9000. seashell “The Show After The Show” restaurant.co.uk. Marylebone. Map A3.
Located in the heart of theatreland can be SOHO OYSTER HOUSE Run by the famous found one of London’s most spectacular Wright Brothers, this stylish restaurant, near Oxford Circus, is spread over three fl oors. Enjoy restaurants. Sarastro is not only a treat for fresh oysters from raw bar, spilling out onto the palate but for the eyes and ears as Kingly Court, or the more formal restaurant well. Dine in the flamboyant operatic upstairs. Set lunch and pre-theatre menu £15. surroundings and feast upon the fine ££-£££. 13 Kingly Street, W1B 5PW array of Mediterranean dishes. (and branches). 020 7434 3611. thewright brothers.co.uk. Oxford Circus. Map B5.
Every Sunday matinee and Sunday and Monday evenings there are live opera performances from up and coming stars, BALTHAZAR The famously stylish New York venue has now arrived in Covent Garden. With a not only from the Royal and National French brasserie-inspired menu, including Opera but from all over the world as well. seafood platters, you can also enjoy breakfast On Thursday evenings enjoy live swing & and afternoon tea. £££. 4-6 Russell Street, Motown with West End star Colin Roy. WC2B 5HZ. 020 3301 1155. balthazarlondon. A pre and post theatre menu is also com. Covent Garden. Map B6. available at £14.50 for two courses. BEL CANTO Dine on tasty French cuisine while enjoying live opera performed by music students. Private function room for all occasions Try the pan-fried beef fi llet and ox cheek in red available for up to 300 guests. wine sauce. £££. Corus Hotel Hyde Park, 1 Lancaster Gate, W2 3LG. 020 7262 1678. lebelcanto.co.uk. Lancaster Gate. Map C2. 126 Drury Lane, London, WC2 Tel: 020 7836 0101 Fax: 020 7379 4666 BRASSERIE ZÉDEL A Parisian-style www.sarastro-restaurant.com brasserie serving traditional French food. The vast and picturesque dining room boasts acres E: [email protected] of marble. Why not take an elegant afternoon tea served amid its art deco splendour? ££.
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20 Sherwood Street, W1F 7ED. 020 7734 4888. brasserie zedel.com. Piccadilly Circus. Map C5.
THE BULL AND LAST Situated next to Hampstead Heath, this popular pub, with a striking yet simple interior, serves sophisticated a wild place and hearty English fare. Try octopus carpaccio and well-hung steak. ££. 168 Highgate Road, to shop NW5 1QS. 020 7267 3641. thebullandlast. ® co.uk. Gospel Oak. Off map. and eat
THE EAGLE One of London’s fi rst gastropubs, this busy and much-loved venue still has appeal. People rave about its laid-back style, and dishes Located in Piccadilly Circus, including Napoli sausages with beans. ££. Rainforest Cafe is a unique 159 Farringdon Road, EC1R 3AL. 020 7837 and vibrant restaurant 1353. Farringdon. Map B7. and bar bringing together the sights and sounds THE GUINEA This lovely old pub in Mayfair, of the jungle. beautifully maintained, has a grill room upstairs, known for its 28-day aged Scottish beef. Its steak and kidney pies are highly recommended. ££. 30 Bruton Place, W1J 6NL. 020 7499 1210. theguinea.co.uk. Bond Street. Map C4. 15% THE THOMAS CUBITT Enjoy top quality British Discount dishes in this classic dining room, for lunch or * dinner. Starters include dressed Devon crab, off your final food bill followed by pork belly with sweet potato and mead jus (sauce). ££-£££. 44 Elizabeth Street, PERFECT FOR KIDS & BIG KIDS SW1W 9PA. 020 7730 6060. thomascubitt. GREAT FOR GROUPS & co.uk. Victoria. Map D4. BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS
AMAYA Glamorous contemporary dining. The Michelin-starred food is light and packed with exotic fl avours; watch it being cooked in the open kitchen. Gilled, tandoor and seared dishes made for sharing are a speciality. £££. 19 Motcomb Street, SW1X 8JT. 020 7823
1166. amaya.biz. Knightsbridge. Map D4. PICCADILLY CIRCUS CHUTNEY MARY This pretty restaurant has a conservatory, and offers a gourmet tour of seven Indian regions. Try unusual dishes like sea bass with fenugreek and tamarind. No lunch Mon-Fri. Book online: www.therainforestcafe.co.uk ££. 535 King’s Road, SW10 0SZ. 020 7351 Tel: 020 7434 3111 3113. chutneymary.com. Fulham Broadway. Email: [email protected] Off map.
GAYLORD RESTAURANT London’s second- *Offer valid seven days a week. Maximum party size of 6. oldest Indian restaurant lies very close to Oxford Please present to your safari guide when seated. Circus, a perfect spot for its award-winning curry Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
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East Meets West At Rosa’s In funky Soho, this outlet of Rosa’s Thai Cafe, which began life seven years ago as a stall on Brick Lane, is an Tried & authentic taste of Bangkok. This, its fi rst proper home, Tested recently reopened following a total refurbishment. It’s now spread over two fl oors with a rustic decor, and the large lower fl oor is next to an open kitchen so you can watch the chefs at work. Seafood features strongly on its large menu, so we enjoyed starters of huge tiger prawn tempura, plump and delicious, plus soft-shell crab, served in the kind of enamel dishes used by monks in Thailand. For mains we shared a tingling spicy seafood hotplate, with succulent squid, tiger prawn, scallops and mussels. Rosa’s is proud of its venison dishes (there were three on the menu) so we also had a venison red curry, cooked with pepper, pineapple, pumpkin and sweet basil. A dessert of mango sticky rice made the perfect ending to a ‘home-cooked’ meal. Review by Shia-Ying Wallis. £-££. 48 Dean Street, W1D 5BF. 020 7494 1638. rosaslondon.com. Tottenham Court Road. Map B4.
and Mughal dishes, fi t for a Maharajah. Try the LA PORTE DES INDES Step inside this great-value lunch-time tiffi n menu, light and Georgian townhouse for a taste of colonial delicious. ££. 79-81 Mortimer Street, W1W India. The cuisine is fabulous, taking inspiration 7SJ. 020 7580 3615. gaylordlondon.com. from southern city Pondicherry. Try spicy Oxford Circus. Map B5. guineafowl or Samudri thali (a home-style mini feast) with seafood. ££. 32 Bryanston Street, GOLDEN SHALIMAR This small but perfectly W1H 7EG. 020 7224 0055. formed restaurant has served classic Indian laportedesindes.com. Marble Arch. dishes since 1956 at excellent value. Look out Map B3. for tasty biryanis, masalas and kormas, plus a range of great value set menus. £. MASALA ZONE This group of eateries offers 6 Spring Street, W2 3RA. 020 7262 3763. fantastic value, high-quality Indian street food. goldenshalimar.co.uk. Paddington. Map B2. The branch here has lovely décor strung with colourful Rajasthani puppets, plus an open HAANDI Named after a cooking utensil used kitchen and regularly-changing thalis. The Soho to help create the strong fl avours of Punjabi branch (9 Marshall Street, W1F 7ER. 020 7287 cuisine. Watch the chefs prepare classic North 9966) is handy for West End shoppers. Indian food such as authentic Punjabi chicken Alternatively stop by the Masala Express at curry, plus plenty of vegetarian dishes. £. Selfridges & Co (see Shopping). £. 48 Floral 7 Cheval Place, SW7 1EW. 020 7823 7373. Street, WC2E 9DA (and branches). 020 7379 haandi-restaurants.com. Knightsbridge. 0101. masalazone.com. Covent Garden. Map D3. Map B6.
IMLI STREET This Soho favourite has enjoyed MEMORIES OF INDIA This smart restaurant a refurb. It has a new bar area and menu, plus is well located for South Kensington’s extended hours (it’s now open for breakfast). museums. It has two sister venues: Delicious regional Indian cuisine including Khan’s Of Kensington (3 Harrington Road, ‘railway curry’ (an Anglo-Indian lamb dish) and SW7 3ES. 020 7584 4114) and Little India authentic chaat (street food). £-££. (32 Gloucester Road, SW7 4RB. 020 7584 167-169 Wardour Street, W1F 8WR. 020 3476). ££. 18 Gloucester Road, SW7 4RB. 7287 4243. imlistreet.com. Oxford Circus. 020 7589 6450. memoriesofi ndia.com. Map B5. Gloucester Road. Off map.
88 | visitlondon.com | LONDON PLANNER | January 2014 MINT LEAF Innovative Indian cuisine in a chic PAESAN It’s all about ‘shabby chic’ and candlelit setting. Its menu is inspired by head chef Rajinder interior in this new informal Italian restaurant. Try Pandey’s travels across South Asia, and the small plates of delicious home-style dishes, good Haymarket location makes it ideal for before for sharing, such as the meat antipasto and or after the theatre. ££. Suffolk Place, hand-cut pappardelle (pasta) with braised rabbit Haymarket, SW1Y 4HX. 020 7930 9020. ragu. ££. 2 Exmouth Market, EC1R 4PX. 020 mintleafrestaurant.com. Piccadilly Circus. 7837 7139. paesanlondon.com Farringdon. Map C5. Off map.
VEERASWAMY London’s oldest Indian restaurant has enjoyed a major refurbishment. The lavish décor evokes a 1920s maharajah’s BENIHANA Show-stopping chefs create palace. The food is excellent too, while the menu griddle-cooked dishes at your table, providing offers something for everyone. £££. 99 Regent entertainment as well as great food. Try their Street, W1B 4RS. 020 7734 1401. traditional wagyu beef and prawn, or a range of veeraswamy.com. Piccadilly Circus. sushi and sashimi. £££. 35 Carter Lane, EC4V Map C5. 5AJ. 020 7074 1001. benihanarestaurant.co.uk. Blackfriars. Map B7.
TOKYO DINER Intimate, unpretentious and SARASTRO In the heart of Theatreland, the reasonably priced, Tokyo Diner offers well- unique baroque-style décor sets the scene for prepared sushi and sashimi, as well as traditional Mediterranean and Turkish cuisine in ornate rice and noodle dishes such as katsu curry. £. 2 opera boxes. Enjoy live opera from music Newport Place, WC2H 7JJ. 020 7287 8777. students during Sun lunch, Sun and Mon tokyodiner.com. Leicester Square. Map C6. evenings, plus a Motown band on Thurs evenings. ££. 126 Drury Lane, WC2B 5SU. 020 7836 0101. sarastro-restaurant.com. Covent Garden. Map B6. CANTINA LAREDO A classy take on Mexican cuisine. Enjoy delicious, quality dishes like asada WHYTE & BROWN This new restaurant in the steak wrapped with poblano pepper, sautéed heart of Carnaby Street takes inspiration from tiger prawns, Monterey Jack cheese and around the world. All dishes are created from chimichurri sauce. ££. 10 Upper St. Martin’s chicken – or occasionally egg – such as Hanoi Lane, WC2H 9FB. 020 7420 0630. chicken noodle soup, and tender souvlaki (kebab) cantinalaredo.co.uk. Covent Garden. Map B6. with tzatsiki. Chic, industrial decor. ££. Kingly Court, Carnaby, W1B 5PW. CHIQUITO This fun venue is in a fantastically whyteandbrown.com. Oxford Circus. central location. Its lengthy menu is fi lled with Map B5. many popular Mexican classics; try the fajitas, burritos and interesting side dishes; great-value kids’ menu for under £5. ££. 20-21 Leicester Square, WC2H 7LE. 020 7321 6070. chiquito. FIFTEEN Jamie Oliver’s trattoria (an informal co.uk. Leicester Square. Map C5. Italian restaurant) is run as a training scheme for unemplyed youngsters. It’s always busy, so WAHACA Popular chain of stylish cantinas, with reservations are recommended. Try the Sicilian the spirit of a Mexican market. The menus feature fi sherman’s stew and linguine carbonara. ££. a range of dishes including burritos, tacos and 15 Westland Place, N1 7LP. 020 3375 1515. quesadillas. Accompany with Mexican beers and fi fteen.net. Old Street. Map A8. great house margaritas. £. 80 Wardour Street, W1F 0TF (and branches). 020 7734 0195. MACHIAVELLI Charming Italian café, restaurant wahaca.co.uk. Piccadilly Circus. Map B5. and deli in Covent Garden. Upstairs, the all-day café offers breakfasts, coffee and nibbles, while the downstairs dining room includes a pre-theatre menu. £-££. 69-76 Long Acre, WC2E 9JS (and COMPTOIR LIBANAIS Fabulous and funkily branches). 020 7240 2125. machiavellifood. designed deli-style Lebanese restaurant. Its menu com. Covent Garden. Map B6. is fi lled with delightful dishes, such as tabbouleh
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(parsley bulgar wheat salad), pumpkin kibbeh MOMO A wonderful North African experience (dumplings), plus hummus and breads. £. with an outdoor terrace, and sumptuous decor of 65 Wigmore Street, W1U 1JT (and branches). brass lamps and low tables. Enjoy mezze such 020 7935 1110. lecomptoir.co.uk. Bond as wood pigeon pastilla (fi lo parcels) and Street. Map B4. samosa-like cheese briouats, with mains of succulent tagine. £££. 25 Heddon Street, MEZZA EXPRESS A friendly Lebanese W1B 4BH. 020 7434 4040. momoresto.com. restaurant in the heart of Camden. Enjoy a meal Piccadilly Circus. Map C5. of lamb and chicken shish kebab, or share mezze (starters, or side dishes) and fi ll up on falafel, foul (fava bean stew) and Lebanese sausage. ££. 47 Parkway, NW1 7PN. 020 7267 7111. CRITERION RESTAURANT A bejewelled mezzaexpress.com. Camden Town. Map C5. Victorian room is the setting for an impressive dining experience. The menu offers top British ingredients, with dishes including Aylesbury duck breast and Hereford beef Chateaubriand. ££-£££. 224 Piccadilly, W1J 9HP. 020 7930 0488. criterionrestaurant.com. Piccadilly Circus. Map C5.
THE DELAUNAY Situated in Theatreland, the interior and menu are both inspired by the grand cafés of central Europe. The excellent dishes include schnitzels, moules frites and steaks; great for brunch. Mon-Fri from 7am; Sat from 8am; Sun from 11am. ££-£££. 55 Aldwych, WC2B 4BB. 020 7499 8558. thedelaunay.com. Temple. Map B6.
GALVIN BISTROT DE LUXE This French- Tried & style bistrot from the Michelin-starred Galvin Angler Proves Tested Brothers is a real treat, its huge menu including risotto of Scottish girolles, boeuf Bourguignon, A Real Catch and its signature apple tarte tatin. Surperb At the top of the South Place Hotel is its service, elegant atmosphere. £££. 66 Baker Angler restaurant, which was recently Street, W1U 7DJ. 020 7935 4007. awarded a Michelin star – impressive for a galvinrestaurants.com. Baker Street. one-year-old establishment. Executive chef Map B4. Tony Fleming, a seafood specialist, achieves the perfect blend of exquisite fl avours and HELIOT Hippodrome Casino’s in-house imaginative creations, plus classic comfort restaurant and lounge serves British classics food (like signature dish Angler lobster pie). and more, with dishes such as steaks, I started with a refreshing endive and walnut swordfi sh, exotic salads and even French salad, while my guest began his foray into the favourite croque madame. Daily 5pm-midnight. six-course tasting menu – his spiced mussel ££-£££. The Hippodrome Casino, Cranbourn soup was velvety with a delicate spice. My Street, WC2H 7JH. 020 7769 8844. halibut was adorned with fresh herbs hippodromecasino.com/heliot. Leicester including a delicate dill, accompanied Square. Map C5. perfectly with seasonal vegetable casserole and smoked salmon veloute; my guest wowed R.S. HISPANIOLA Enjoy Mediterranean at the bravery of accompanying seared cuisine with views aboard this restaurant ship, scallops with braised beef. For such quality, moored opposite the London Eye (see prices are good, with a three-course fi xed Sightseeing). Choose from the à la carte menu for just £30. £££. Review by Emma menu, on dishes such as monkfi sh wrapped in Levine. 3 South Place, EC2M 2AF. 020 pancetta. ££. Victoria Embankment, WC2N 3215 1260. anglerrestaurant.com. 5DJ. 020 7839 3011. hispaniola.co.uk. Moorgate. Map B8. Embankment. Map C6.
90 | visitlondon.com | LONDON PLANNER | January 2014 MORO Moro’s cuisine is Moorish (North African meets Spanish), packed with people sampling dishes such as duck fattee (a layered bread dish) with chickpea pilav (rice in broth). Little sister Morito, serves delectable bar food next door. ££-£££. 34-36 Exmouth Market, EC1R 4QE. 020 7833 8336. moro.co.uk. Angel. Map A7.
EL PIRATA It’s a buzzing atmosphere for dozens of top-quality Spanish tapas here. Try the chilli prawns with garlic, and patatas bravas. Good value set menu with a huge choice of tapas to share. Closed Sun. £-££. 5-6 Down Street, W1J 7AQ. 020 7491 3810. elpirata.co.uk. Green Park. Map C4.
EL PIRATA DETAPAS A more contemporary, laid-back version of El Pirata in Mayfair (above), this Notting Hill neighbourhood restaurant serves imaginative tapas, including the excellent paprika crispy fried squid. ££-£££. 115 Westbourne Grove, W2 4UP. elpiratadetapas.co.uk. Westbourne Grove. Off map.
BALI BALI A wonderful spot offering Balinese cuisine, with traditional satays and Indonesian rijsttafel set menu, fi lled with a range of fl avours. Closed Sun lunch. £-££. 150 Shaftesbury Avenue, WC2H 8HL. 020 7836 2644. balibalirestaurant.com. Covent Garden. Map B6.
BLUE ELEPHANT Treat yourself to some fantastic Thai cuisine in a gorgeous riverside setting. The delicious green and lamb massaman curries are recommended, or try the set menus for a full range of dishes. £££. The Boulevard, Imperial Wharf, Townmead Road, SW6 2UB. 020 7385 6595. blueelephant.com. Imperial Wharf. Off map.
MANGO TREE This stylish restaurant, close to Buckingham Palace, produces delicious traditional Thai cuisine. Try green papaya salad with peanuts, and spicy prawn curry, or opt for the fi ve-course ‘taste’ menu. £££. 46 Grosvenor Place, SW1X 7EQ. 020 7823 1888. mangotree. org.uk. Victoria. Map D4.
NAAMYAA The latest opening from Wagamama’s restaurateur, is a busy new southeast Asian café in Islington, which serves authentic, Bangkok-style street food throughout
January 2014 | LONDON PLANNER | visitlondon.com | 91 EATING OUT the day. At communal tables, try dishes such combinations. £. 4 Brewer Street, W1F as jasmine tea smoked beef ribs and sesame 0SB (and branch). 020 7287 8464. squid. Also serves Thai-style breakfast. ££. woktowalk.com. Piccadilly Circus. 407 St. John Street, EC1V 4AB. 020 3122 Map C5. 0988. naamyaa.com. Angel. Off map.
PHO Authentic Vietnamese street food, with hearty noodle soups, salads, noodles and curries MILDREDS A long-running Soho dining that are low in fat. Try the goi ngo sen salad with institution with classic dishes made with lotus stems and cashew nuts. Takeaway also meat-free products, such as burgers or available. £-££. 163-165 Wardour Street, sausage and mash. Look out too for delicious W1F 8WN. 020 7434 3938. phocafe.co.uk. curries and burritos, plus clever items like Oxford Circus. Map B5. sundried tomato risotto and porcini mushroom and ale pie. ££. 45 Lexington Street, W1F THAI POT This award-winning and popular spot 9AN. 020 7494 1634. mildreds.co.uk. has stylish décor and classic Thai food. Freshly Oxford Circus. Map B5. sautéed dishes sit alongside expertly-prepared tofu, fi sh and meat. Perfect for a pre-theatre TIBITS This informal, unhurried vegetarian meal. Closed Sun. £. 1 Bedfordbury, WC2N café is self-service, where you help yourself to 4BP. 020 7379 4580. thaipot.biz. Covent freshly-prepared crunchy salads, imaginative Garden. Map C6. hot dishes and great desserts. Diners are charged by plate weight. £-££. 12-14 Heddon Street, off Regent Street, W1B 4DA. 020 7758 4110. tibits.co.uk. Piccadilly EARL OF SANDWICH Near St. Paul’s Circus. Map C5. Cathedral, you’ll fi nd this emporium of delicious hot and cold signature sandwiches, soups, WOODLANDS A fi ne selection of authentic salads, desserts and more. Drop by for great pan-Indian vegetarian cuisine, such as masala breakfasts and frothy cappuccinos. £. 38-40 dosa (stuffed pancakes), thalis, and chaat Ludgate Hill, EC4M 7DE. 020 7236 2846. – tasty Mumbai street food. Team your dishes earlofsandwich.co.uk. St. Paul’s. Map B7. with a delicious range of organic, vegan or vegetarian wines. Excellent value. ££. WOK TO WALK Great-value beef, tofu or pak 37 Panton Street, SW1Y 4EA. 020 7839 choi, as well as a variety of delicious Asian 7258. woodlandsrestaurant.co.uk. sauces, offering you dozens of great Piccadilly Circus. Map C5.
Our Afternoon Tea With Pick An Italian Twist BB Bakery at County Hall recently launched its own take on the British afternoon tea, accompanied by dishes such as grissini with aged parma ham, and bruchetta with tomato and basil oil (pictured). For something even more substantial, next door’s BB Pasta Bar has hand-made pasta and sauces at very reasonable prices. If you’re in Covent Garden, check out the branch there for the divine freshly-baked pastries. Its fi gurative murals, elegant French furniture and silver cutlery help set the scene for a truly European experience. 6 Chandos Place, WC2N 4HU. 020 7836 6588. Leicester Square. Map C6 or County Hall, Belvedere Road, SE1 7PB. 020 7633 0129. Westminster. Map D6.
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By Emma Levine
Tried & Tested
The High Life At Zinc Put on your most dazzling below (it’s hard to take your jewellery, fl ashiest party gear eyes off the bright lights of and highest heels – or, for the Oxford Street). guys, your designer ripped The bar itself is also a huge jeans – and treat yourself to a draw, 10 feet long and created night on the town at the new from real zinc. The bar menu is a late-night bar and club, Zinc. short but select list of specially- Our It’s on the 31st fl oor of created cocktails, mixology Sherry To Pick Centrepoint, the landmark magic such as Beekeeper, a Savour building at the corner of blend of butter-infused Bacardi There’s more to sherry Tottenham Court Road and with lime and honey and, in than you think, as Drakes Oxford Street, below Paramount honour of its altitude, the Mile Tabanco proves. Styled on restaurant. It’s the latest creation High – gin with dry Curacao, Spain’s traditional tavernas, of Paris-born club owner fresh lime and vanilla. it specialises in fi ne varieties Pierre Condou who launched Guest DJs play beach house from exclusive small-scale Paramount in 2008, and whose and electro, the tempo and producers, rare to London. experience in London’s nightlife volume increasing as the Sip on hand-bottled En and dining scenes stretches night goes on and sunrise Rama sherry, or 30-year- back 30 years. approaches. Go on, join the old Antique Palo Cortado The sky really is the limit here. party! Review by Emma Levine. poured from the barrel. You enter through a beaded Floor 31, Centrepoint, 101- 3 Windmill Street, W1T curtain and sit back on the 131 New Oxford Street, 2HY. 020 7637 9388. snake-shaped velvet chaise WC1A 1DD. zinc.uk.net. drakestabanco.com. longue, taking in the staggering Tottenham Court Road. Goodge Street. Map B5. panoramas of London life Map B5.
94 | visitlondon.com | LONDON PLANNER | January 2014 Here are some of the highlights of London’s rich ingredients. Booking recommended.15 nightlife. Most bars open from 11am-11pm, and Gerrard Street, W1D 6JE. 020 7734 7276. most nightclubs from 10pm-3am (some stay opiumchinatown.com. King’s Cross open as late as 6pm). St. Pancras. Map A6. Please check for opening hours, admission charges, and dress code. The UK’s legal SEARCYS CHAMPAGNE BAR Europe’s drinking age is 18-years-old, but some longest champagne bar offers a huge choice establishments have a minimum age of 21. of bubbly, inside the Victorian spendour of St. Pancras International station, plus plenty For advice on late-night transport and more, turn of snug booths to sit at. The Grand Terrace, to Essential Information. St. Pancras International Station, N1C 4QL. 020 7870 9900. searcyschampagnebars.co.uk. King’s Cross St. Pancras. Map A6.
THE BLACK FRIAR The art nouveau décor is well preserved in this little Grade II-listed building, dating back to 1905. Enjoy unusual cask ales THE BLUES KITCHEN Live bands or late-night and traditional British pies – and look out for DJs each night, plus a popular Sunday Blues the resident ghost, George. 174 Queen Victoria Jam. Famed for the huge choice of bourbon and Street, EC4V 4EG. 020 7236 5474. classicpubs. ryes, there’s also good southern BBQ food on co.uk. Blackfriars. Map C7. the menu. 111 Camden High Street, NW1 7JN. 020 7387 5277. theblueskitchen.com. THE SPANIARDS INN Located by Hampstead Camden Town. Off map. Heath, is one of London’s oldest pubs. Dick Turpin and Charles Dickens used to drink there. MADAME JOJO’S For an over-the-top night of Sample 17 kinds of speciality beers. burlesque, cabaret and live entertainment, dress Spaniards Road, NW3 7JJ. 020 8731 8406. up and join some glamorous drag queens at this the-enterprise.co.uk. Hampstead. Off map. famous London nightspot. 8-10 Brewer Street, W1F 0LA. 020 7734 3040. madamejojos.com. YE OLDE CHESHIRE CHEESE Dating back Piccadilly Circus. Map C5. to the 17th century, the old pub is a series of tiny snug stone-walled rooms and narrow RONNIE SCOTT’S At this famous Soho jazz passageways – mind your head on the low club, opened in 1959, dine on European cuisine doorways, and order a Samuel Smith’s draught while listening to live music from top performers. beer. 145 Fleet Street, EC4A 2BU. 020 7353 In addition to jazz, it may be funk or soul bands. 6170. Blackfriars. Map B7. Reservations essential; no booking required for Ronnie’s Bar. 47 Frith Street, W1D 4HT. 020 7439 0747. ronniescotts.co.uk. Tottenham Court Road. Map B5. BAR ITALIA This 24-hour café-bar, open since 1949, is a Soho institution, serving cold beer and steaming espressos. Great for people- watching. 22 Frith Street, W1D 4RP. CASINO AT THE EMPIRE A spectacular venue 020 7437 4520. baritaliasoho.co.uk. houses a contemporary Asian restaurant, deluxe Tottenham Court Road. Map B5. bars, dedicated poker room and the latest table and electronic games. Open 24-hours daily. 5-6 HEAVEN A world-famous gay venue. It’s Leicester Square, WC2 7NA. 020 3014 1000. home to dance nights inc G-A-Y (Thurs-Sat). thecasinolsq.com. Leicester Square. Map C5. Expect a young crowd and chart tunes. Off Villiers Street, WC2N 6NG. 020 7930 2020. HIPPODROME CASINO This landmark heavennightclub-london.com. Charing 24-hour venue, was recently refurbished, and Cross. Map C6. has gaming over three fl oors, plus in-house restaurant, Heliot, on a mezzanine looking on OPIUM COCKTAIL BAR This stylish (see Eating Out). Cranbourn Street, Leicester Chinatown venue is spread over three levels, Square, WC2H 7JH. 020 7769 8888. with the ambience of a bijou Shanghai bar. hippodromecasino.com. Leicester Square. Fantastic cocktails, some using Chinese Map C5/6.
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Day trips and short breaks around Britain By Jo Caird
TAKE A LOOK At the Turner Contemporary Gallery
Margate Sun Dial by Helen Frankenthaler Margate was a leading seaside resort throughout the 19th and most of the 20th centuries, its long sandy beaches a major draw for tourists from all over the south-east and London in particular. Today, the town is undergoing something of a NTHALER, SUN DIAL, OIL 164 X 162.7CM ABBOT ART GALLERY/LAKELAND HALL ON CANVAS, TRUST © ARS, ARTS NY AND LONDON DACS, 2013 resurgence following the opening of the Turner Contemporary in 2011. This striking gallery is situated on the seafront on the exact spot where great British painter J.M.W. Turner stayed during his visits to Margate from the 1820s onwards. It celebrates the artist’s association with the town – more than 100 of Turner’s works were inspired by the east Kent coastline. A new exhibition, entitled Paintings By J.M.W. Turner And Helen Frankenthaler, opens at the gallery this month (from 25 Jan). It juxtaposes Turner’s work with that of the American artist Helen Frankenthaler. Frankenthaler, who died in 2011, fi rst exhibited her large-scale abstract expressionist works in the 1950s. Pictured above right is Frankenthaler’s evocative oil painting, Sun Dial www.visitbritain.com (turnercontemporary.org). FRANKE HELEN CONTEMPORARY; TURNER © CONTEMPORARY TURNER THE
FROM LONDON BY TRAIN 90 mins from 90 mins from St. Pancras Int. MARGATE Waterloo STONEHENGE
96 | visitlondon.com | LONDON PLANNER | January 2014 SEE Whittlesea a traditional straw No one knows when the ‘bear keeper’ Cambridgeshire village of Whittlesea began dressing a member of the community in a costume made of straw and marching this ‘straw bear’ around the village, but it was in 1980 that the tradition Stonehenge was revived. The Whittlesey It may be chilly outside but that’s no reason Straw Bear Festival has been not to get out and about in the beautiful going strong ever since, English countryside this month. with increasing numbers of Explore the landscape around Stonehenge people accompanying the on a National Trust Winter Archeology Walk. ‘bear’ on its journey (10 This three-hour guided walk with views of Jan). As well as the bear’s the stone circle starts in the nearby village keeper, there are now over EAD BREWERY LTD; BEAREAD BREWERY KEEPER LTD; © WHITTLESEA BEAR STRAW FESTIVAL; of Larkhill and takes in several 250 participating dancers ancient earthworks (18 Jan, and musicians. This 2pm-4.30pm. Tickets £5, child English folk dance free). Complete your day tradition dates ROYAL SHAKESPEARE © RSCROYAL THEATRE with a visit to Stonehenge back to the itself (p. 39. nationaltrust. 15th century. org.uk). (strawbear.org.uk). LONDON Manchester Sample over 200 cask ales (including tipples like delicious Red ale, pictured, from Cumbria- based Hawkshead Brewery) at
STONEHENGE © ENGLISH HERITAGE; RED ALE PHOTO © HAWKSH © PHOTO ALE RED HERITAGE; ENGLISH © STONEHENGE the Manchester Beer and Cider Festival, a new event taking place at the Manchester Velodrome this month (23-25 Jan). As cyclists zoom past you around the indoor track, get to know the best of British traditional ales – Stratford-upon-Avon which tend to be less fi zzy The Royal Shakespeare Company, as the than lager and are often name suggests, specialises in the work served at room temperature. of Stratford-upon-Avon native William A large variety of ciders, Shakespeare, but this winter the theatre perries (pear ciders), bottled is doing something a little different. It’s real ales and draught and presenting Wendy & Peter Pan (to 4 bottled foreign beers are Mar), a spectacular new stage version of also available. Manchester J.M. Barrie’s classic tale. The well-loved Velodrome, Stuart Street, children’s story of the little ‘boy who never Manchester, M11 4DQ. grew up’ and the friends he takes with him 0161 223 2244. manchester to Neverland will delight the whole family beerfestival.org.uk. (rsc.org.uk).
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FEBRUARY ME Feel like a true fashionista at London Fashion Weekend at Somerset House. londonfashionweekend.co.uk.
MARCH From APRIL MAY From Enjoy previews Join the runners or just Catch the of the new cheer them on at the Virgin return of Miss stage thriller Money London Marathon. Saigon at the Fatal Attraction virginmoneylondon Prince Edward at Theatre marathon.com. Theatre. Royal Haymarket. It’s It’s also the musical’s based on the 1987 fi lm. 25th anniversary. trh.co.uk. delfontmackintosh.co.uk.
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Useful things to know – from booking a place to stay, to getting around
HOLBORN INFORMATION KIOSK Mon- Fri 8am-6pm. Outside Holborn Tube station, Map: refers to the grid coordinates on the Kingsway, WC2B 6BG. Holborn. Map B6. Central London Map in our centre pages.
Transport symbols: See Contents for a key to GREENWICH TOURIST INFORMATION ISTOCKPHOTO © the transport symbols. CENTRE Daily 10am-5pm. Pepys House, 2 Cutty Sark Gardens, SE10 9LW. Prices quoted are for single journeys. All fares Greenwich. Map inset. and journey times are correct at the time of going to press but can change, so make sure THE ORIGINAL LONDON VISITOR CENTRE you check before your journey at tfl .gov.uk Offers services such as booking theatre tickets, days out, entry into attractions, car hire, hotels, airport transfers, coach tickets, tours and cruises. Mon-Sat 8.30am-7pm; Sun 9am-5.30pm. 17-19 For the most up-to-date, detailed information Cockspur Street, SW1Y 5BL. theoriginaltour. on planning your trip, and to register for com Charing Cross. Map C6. special offers, go to London’s offi cial visitor website visitlondon.com. You can download the free London Offi cial City Guide at visitlondon.com/app. The London Pass (londonpass.com) offers Tourist Information Centres (TICs) free entry, discounts and fast-track queuing are situated at key points across the at many top London attractions, including the capital (see visitlondon.com/welcome), and Tower Of London, plus special offers. An adult these include: one-day pass costs from £45, child from £29. Passes are available for up to six days. CITY OF LONDON INFORMATION VisitBritain the national tourism agency, CENTRE Mon-Sat 9.30am-5.30pm; Sun offers various discount cards including 10am-4pm. St. Paul’s Churchyard, EC4M the Three Palace Royal Pass, £35.50. 8BX. St. Paul’s. Map B7. visitbritainshop.com.
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CITY AIRPORT 020 7646 0000. londoncityairport.com. London City Airport. GATWICK AIRPORT 0844 892 0322. Trains to and from Canary Wharf gatwickairport.com. First Capital Connect (change at Poplar), Canning Town, Direct to and from London Bridge and Bank and other stations, every seven mins. St. Pancras International, up to four times an Journey from eight to 22 mins. Fares from £2.70. hour. Journey time is 30 mins to London Bridge, and 45 mins to St. Pancras STANSTED AIRPORT 0844 International in King’s Cross. 335 1803. stanstedairport.com. Fares from £8.50. The Stansted Express Gatwick Express Direct to and runs to and from Liverpool from Victoria every 15 Street station, up to four trains mins. Journey 30 mins. Fares per hour. Journey time from from £15.95. 45 mins. Fares from £23.40. National Express Airport To and The National Express Airport from Victoria Coach Station, up coach service runs to and from to two coaches an hour. Journey Victoria Coach Station and other one hour and 20 mins. Fares destinations, three coaches from £8. Southern Railway To per hour. Journey time 80 mins. and from Victoria, every Journey times to Fares from £10. 15 mins. Journey 40 mins. Fares Central London? from £12.50. Heathrow to HEATHROW AIRPORT 0844 Mins For 24-hour London travel 335 1801. heathrowairport. Paddington information, including by bus, com. The airport is served by by Heathrow Express Tube, river, rail, coach, cycle, London Underground’s tram, car and on foot, plus Piccadilly line, which runs accessibility, assisted travel between central London and Gatwick and more, visit the Transport for Heathrow Terminals 1-4 and 5, Mins to Victoria London (TfL) website tfl .gov.uk/gettingaround every four to fi ve mins between by Gatwick Express or call 5am and 11.54pm (Sun 0843 222 1234. Also useful is
5.46am-10.37pm). Journey 60 visitlondon.com/travel or visit IMAGE © GETTY IMAGES/DESIGN PICS RF mins. Fares from £3.10 with an City Airport Travel Information Centres in Oyster card. Heathrow Connect Mins to Bank person at the following train To and from Paddington, stations: stopping at Hayes, Southall, by Docklands Light Railway Victoria, Euston, Hanwell, West Ealing and King’s Cross Ealing Broadway, two Stansted to St. Pancras, Liverpool trains per hour. For Terminals 4 Street, Piccadilly Circus, Mins and 5, change at Terminals 1, Liverpool St Heathrow Terminals 1-3. 2 or 3. Journey 25 mins. Fares by Stansted Express from £8.50. LONDON OVERGROUND Heathrow Express: to and from tfl .gov.uk. See our London Paddington, four trains per hour. Direct Underground Map. Services run Mon-Sat 5am- service. Journey 15-20 mins. 12am, and Sun 7am-11.30pm on most routes. Fares from £18. National Express Airport: to and from Victoria DOCKLANDS LIGHT RAILWAY Coach Station, three coaches per hour. Journey 020 7363 9700. Trains run approximately every time from 40 mins. Fares from £5. three-and-a-half to 10 mins. Mon-Sat 5.30am- (QMR\/RQGRQZLWKD9LVLWRU2\VWHU&DUG 7KHHDVLHVWZD\WRWUDYHODURXQG )RUPRUHLQIRUPDWLRQRUWRSUHSXUFKDVHJRWRYLVLWRUVKRSWÁJRYXN
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LONDON BUSES London buses run 5am to 12.30am. Night buses (12am-4.30am) operate on many major routes, and several services are 24-hour. Bus passengers in Zone 1 must have a valid ticket or Oyster card before boarding.
RIVER SERVICES tfl .gov.uk/river. KPMG Thames Clippers 0870 781 5049. thamesclippers.com. High-speed catamarans LONDON UNDERGROUND (THE TUBE) leave major piers every 20 mins. Services tfl .gov.uk. See the London Underground Map. between Waterloo Pier and The O2 (North Services run Mon-Sat 5am-12.30am and Sun Greenwich Pier) and on to Royal Arsenal 7.30am-11.30pm on most routes. Fares vary; Woolwich Pier have scheduled stops including single Zone 1 adult journeys cost £4.50. With Embankment, Bankside, Tower Pier, London an Oyster card the same journey is £2.10. Bridge, Canary Wharf and Greenwich. The adult single fare is £6.50 (£5.85 with OYSTER CARDS & TRAVELCARDS an Oyster card; £4.30 with a Travelcard). Travelcards are valid for one or seven days, Alternatively, a River Roamer day pass allows plus monthly or seasonal periods. A Visitor unlimited hop-on, hop-off travel on the river Oyster card (an electronic smartcard) can be from £15 per adult (see Sightseeing). bought in increments of a week or more (plus a £5 deposit). It can carry a cash value for TRAINS There are 11 main stations in pay-as-you-go journeys and offers cheaper London: fares. The system is divided into nine zones. Paddington serves the West Country, Zone 1 is the central London area. Travelcards Wales and the South Midlands. and Oyster cards are valid on Underground, Liverpool Street and Overground, bus, London National Rail
TUBE SIGN © LONDONONVIEW TUBE SIGN © Fenchurch Street serve East Anglia services, Docklands Light Railway (DLR), the and Essex. Emirates Air Line cable car and tram journeys, Euston, King’s Cross St. Pancras, and offer river service discounts. Visitors Marylebone and can buy Travelcards and Oyster cards from St. Pancras International serve north and Tourist Information Centres, TfL outlets or at central Britain. Charing Cross, VisitBritain’s online store, visitbritainshop.com. London Bridge, Seven day or longer period travelcards are Waterloo and only available on Oyster at TfL operated Victoria serve southern England. London Overground ticket offi ces. For timetables and tickets visit Further info at visitlondon.com/travel. nationalrail.co.uk or call 0845 748 bikes are 4950 (UK only)/020 7278 5240. available via the COACHES London’s main coach Eurostar uses St. Pancras Barclays Cycle services use Victoria Coach Station, International. eurostar.com or 0843 Hire Scheme SW1W 9TP. 020 7027 2520. tfl .gov. 218 6186 (UK only)/01233 617 575. uk/coaches. Victoria. Map D4.
TAXI S Hail one of London’s iconic black cabs in EMIRATES AIR LINE A cable car across the the street (they now come in a range of colours). River Thames between The O2 and the ExCel Fares increase after 8pm. London exhibition centre. emiratesairline.co.uk. Private hire or minicabs are different from black cabs (taxis): you cannot hail them in BARCLAYS CYCLE HIRE More than 8,000 the street and must book them in advance. bicycles are available to hire from 15,000 We advise against using any vehicle that docking points throughout central London. approaches you in the street. Visitors can access the scheme using the ‘Casual See tfl .gov.uk/pco for details of local Use’ option, and pay at the docking terminal, licensed operators. online, or by phone. Charges, which include
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an access fee and timed usage assessors. Participants are charges, vary, though they are awarded between one and fi ve inexpensive. For more info, visit tfl . stars (fi ve stars being the top). gov.uk/cycling.
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