London’s boroughs must keep half of all revenue raised from the incoming overnight tourist levy raised in their area, the Mayor of London has been told.
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The UK’s first dedicated centre for illustration has sparked a backlash from neighbours who fear it will disturb the privacy of their peaceful shared garden.
In May, Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration will open its doors to visitors at its new home in a restored waterworks in Clerkenwell, and they have some very...
Visit Islington Archives for a fascinating trip through the borough's transport heritage with a display of unique archive material.
Finsbury Winter Warmers draws to a close next weekend, with more exciting events
A range of exciting events for all ages
The Postal Museum’s latest temporary exhibition is now open, and the Echo was lucky enough to get a sneak peek before it officially welcomed its first public...
City Hall has invested £1.8million alongside the National Lottery Community Fund to create a network of 30 new community spaces which will host activities for...
A new sculpture by New York based artist Tschabalala Self will be unveiled on London's Fourth Plinth in September 2026.
'Archive Exposed' is a display showing the outcomes of a collaboration between the MA programmes in Graphic Design, UX and UI at the University of Creative...
Feel the love this Valentine's Day with a programme of events for children and adults
From art workshops to historic tours and live music, there's some great Finsbury Winter Warmer events happening next week...
London’s new Nightlife Commission is an “evolution” of City Hall’s plan to ensure the capital thrives as a 24-hour city rather than an admission that the...
A new memorial dedicated to victims of the transatlantic slave trade would be a “worthy cause” but the £1.1million cost would be an “unwise” use of money...
A new study has revealed the best areas in the UK for night-time plans.
Celebrating 40 years since the much-loved children’s book by Janet and Allan Ahlberg was first published, The Postal Museum has announced the first ever...
A series of free events for local residents to enjoy.
Surya Anthony visits The Nickel Cinema in Clerkenwell for an indie film premiere
Families from London’s Gypsy and Traveller community are hopeful after a North London council has found several potential permanent sites – but they will...
The latest in the excellent Reds on the Green series.
An evening of live music, festive cheer and fundraising for Coach Core, with violinist Alice Hall
Landmark achievement confirms status as a leading national centre for socialist and labour history.
This will be the first major musical celebration of Alfred Brendel, the renowned pianist, writer and thinker, since his passing in June 2025 at age 94
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