Beyond the familiar axis of Oxford and Regent Streets, London plays host to a huge variety of shops, one-of-a kind boutiques and street markets.
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In a city known for its downpours, an interactive installation in the Barbican Art Gallery lets you feel as though you are controlling the weather.
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The royal warrant, a mark of recognition to companies who have supplied goods for at least five years to the Queen, the Duke of Edinburgh or the Prince of Wales, is highly prized.
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Running until 6 January, Hyde Park’s annual outdoor Christmas fair and market will bring festive cheer to even the most Scrooge-like visitor.
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After a thunderous summer of drama, noise and sporting glory, the now-famous Olympic venues of East London are getting new lives.
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The Italian tradition of aperitivo – pre-dinner drinks with snacks – is fast becoming a trend in London, replacing the after work pint with something more sophisticated.
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