Author: Blake Foster

Roxy Ball Room has opened its doors on St Mary Axe, opposite the Gherkin, offering a variety of activities including duck pin bowling, ice-free curling, and tech darts. The venue, which follows the brand’s ‘Booze and Ball Games’ mantra, also features American pool, basketball, ping pong, and a virtual shooting range experience called Sharp-Shooter. New St Mary Axe venue offers beer pong, karaoke, and crazy pool (Image: ROXY BALL ROOM) Joel Mitchell, marketing director at Professionals at Play, said: “We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve now opened our doors to the city of London, right in the heart of St…

So far it’s taken me to self-catering apartments and an upmarket holiday park, which have both been enjoyable in their own right. But if I’m honest I’ve been avoiding the big question – is it possible to enjoy the grandeur of a top class hotel when you have your 18-month-old to worry about? Well, the time has come to find out and to do that we’re heading to Cambridge and the University Arms. Cambridge is roughly a 90-minute drive from London or 50 minutes on the train from King’s Cross, so it’s an easy journey for a weekend away. The…

The works will affect services on Saturday and Sunday (April 12 and April 13). We have broken down the details for you to plan your journey this weekend.   Saturday (April 12): London Waterloo to Reading services will be diverted between Barnes and Feltham and will call additionally at Barnes. London Waterloo to Windsor services will be revised. These services will be diverted between Barnes and Feltham and will make additional stops. Buses will run between Barnes and Feltham via Richmond. London Waterloo to London Waterloo via Richmond and Wimbledon services will start from Twickenham. Buses will run between Barnes…

The programme of events, which will run from June to September, will include food festivals, carnivals, music, dance, and fashion shows. Councillor Sandra Bauer, cabinet member for equality, culture, and communities, said: “Bring the whole family along to a Royal Greenwich Festival near you. “We’re working with more organisations than ever for 2025, including some brand-new festivals. “From community fairs in our award-winning parks to floating theatre on Southmere lake, this year’s diverse range of free, accessible events will bring residents together to celebrate our borough’s unique identity. “Art and culture help our communities to thrive, boosting mental health, social…

Monday, April 7: The day will be sunny with temperatures reaching a high of 16°C and a low of 4°C.​ Tuesday, April 8: Expect delightful weather with sunshine and a few clouds; the high will be 17°C and the low 5°C.​ Wednesday, April 9: The weather will be mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 17°C and a low of 6°C.​ Thursday, April 10: The day will start with clouds, but sunshine will return later; temperatures will range from a high of 18°C to a low of 7°C.​ Friday, April 11: Anticipate warm conditions with sun shining through high…

Imagine sinking into a tub full of bubbles and unwinding in the countryside of Dorset, surrounded by peaceful woodland paths and the sounds of the sea…with Shorefield Holidays you can do just that!   Not only is there the opportunity to relax and escape to Shorefield Holidays range of self-catering accommodation, there is also the additional luxury of your very own private hot tub at some of its popular sites…and here’s a little dip into where you can stay this April and possibly save money too!  Book now! Whether you’re looking for hot tub breaks for two or a nearby…

Transport for London (TfL) revealed earlier this week that Cutty Sark station would need to close from May 31 until next spring while work takes place to replace four broken escalators. Campaigners have called for the four escalators to be replaced for years after they repeatedly failed, forcing passengers to walk up 121 steps or use what some locals have described as the “worst lift in London”. Karin Tearle, who helped to spearhead campaign group ‘Escalate Now!’, told the News Shopper that she hoped the work would be completed on time. “These things are sometimes as long as a piece of string,” she…

My journey to SIXT33N didn’t start quite as planned. Upon arrival, I found myself slightly disoriented, initially heading to the wrong venue entirely – BRIX. A small misstep, but it set the tone for what would turn out to be an evening full of surprises. After being redirected to the basement, I stepped into SIXT33N and was immediately met with an ambiance unlike any bar I’d been to before. Forget the familiar hustle and bustle of a Spoons; this was a world of jazz, low lighting, and plush seating that made for a laid-back yet sophisticated atmosphere. The seating arrangement…

From the team behind Zephyr and Bottarga, two of my favourite Mediterranean-inspired spots, Nina has been causing a stir online, making it notoriously difficult to get a reservation. The team have been taking TikTok followers on a behind the scenes journey of getting the restaurant ready for diners, and it’s captured London diners’ appeal and tastebuds. @emshelx I should gatekeep so I can actually get a reservation but this is the best new restaurant in London, add to your list immediately. A new Italian inspired restaurant in London and it might be the best focaccia I’ve ever had. #marylebonevillage #marylebonefood #londonrestaurant #londonrestaurants #pachamama #ninalondon…

Parry Place remains cordoned off following the daylight stabbing around 1.30pm yesterday (March 27). In the latest update on the “shocking” incident, the police also confirmed the victim remains in hospital. It added that there have been no arrests while investigations continue. Local shop owner Chinyere Iwunna said shortly after the incident: “It’s a very big shock to everybody. We have not had something like this for a long time. “There are lots of police. They closed the road and asked us to go.” A Metropolitan Police spokesperson previously said: “Police were called at 13:34hrs on Thursday, 27 March to…