Bar + Block Steakhouse, Wimbledon Broadway – a new opening in Wimbledon (Ad:Press Review) A new restaurant concept by Premier Inn owners Whitbread, Bar + Block Steakhouse is more than good enough to stand out on its own and a great place for a night out. Entering, there’s a modern and welcoming interior, full of […]
I ran the London Landmarks Half Marathon
London Landmarks Half Marathon is the BEST On Sunday 24th March I joined 13,000 runners who took to the streets of the City of London and the City of Westminster to run the second London Landmarks Half Marathon. The London Landmarks Half Marathon Route While not my first half marathon it was my first London […]
The Bedford, Balham is Back
Rediscovering The Bedford, Balham (review) The Bedford, Balham is back. First built in 1931, this impressive venue has recently undergone a multi-million-pound refurbishment to create an unrivalled pub, club, restaurant, live music and entertainment venue plus 15 stunning boutique bedrooms. After the major refurbishment, it was a pleasure to visit The Bedford, Balham for a […]
The London Landmarks Half Marathon or LLHM
The LLHM – What could be better? running and seeing London’s famous landmarks. An introduction to the London Landmarks Half Marathon, the LLHM. The LLHM, in only its second year, has become a sought-after event in the annual running calendar. A closed road race through central London which takes in both the City of London […]
Fitness Space, Battersea Reach – Never Train Alone
Personalised Fitness Coaching at Fitness Space Battersea Reach I’m always keen to find out more about new ideas in the health and wellbeing space and was delighted to be invited to visit the new Fitness Space within the new developments of Battersea Reach. On a cold January evening, I was given a warm greeting as […]
Lunch, Searcys at The Gherkin – The Art of Being
Awaken the Senses and Practise Wellbeing with Searcys at the Gherkin A lunch menu from Bake Off finalist Ruby Bhogal combined with the opportunity to dine at the top of one of London’s great architectural landmarks promised a special experience. Searcys at The Gherkin has been running a series of chef and wellness events to […]
Christmas comes to Carluccio’s with their Menu Festivo
Carluccio’s – Menu Festivo With one vegetarian and one gluten-free/dairy free diner in the family, we were thrilled to be invited to Carluccio’s to try their Christmas Festivo Menu. The menu has been designed with a real recognition of vegetarian and gluten-free diners and is a real treat for us with all the food is labelled […]
Ice Skating at Tower of London
Winter Fun – Ice Skating at the Tower of London Here’s our report of last year’s Ice Skating at the Tower of London – scroll down for details of this year’s opening hours and dates. It’s been a while since I ice skated and I was excited to rediscover it especially in such a […]
The Perfect Christmas 2018 Gift from Buyagift
Buyagift for great Christmas 2018 gift experiences: Imagine receiving a surprise gift that you ‘live’. It’s so much better to have an experience rather than more ‘stuff’ you probably don’t want and have to pack away to store! With the festive season approaching fast, I was lucky enough to be offered the chance to […]
The Riding Club London – A ride with the King’s Troop Horses
Riding the King’s Troop Horses As an active equestrian and lover of anything horsey, I was delighted to be asked to join the Riding Club London at one of their weekly lessons with the King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery at Woolwich Barracks. This was to be an evening flatwork session with a military instructor from […]