Fun Things To Do In London

Fun Things To Do In London

1 – Indoor Bouldering At Stronghold Uk

What is it? Looking for a climbing wall in London? Well how about London’s largest indoor bouldering space boasting 12,000 square foot and over 200 climbing problems at any one time. Open 7 days a week with climbing slots every 15 minutes, open from 0615 – 2200 Monday – Friday, 0900-2000 on weekends.

Why go? Whether you’re a beginner or experienced climber Stronghold has you covered. Less than 2 minutes walk from Tottenham Hale National Rail & Underground Station with plenty of onsite parking too. Tottenham Street Food Market & Beer Hall is also on site and open weekends making Stronghold UK one of the best climbing walls in London.

2 – Borough Market

What is it? One of the city’s largest and oldest food markets with plenty of Street Food. It heaves with both tourists and locals gaping at a dizzying array of artisan delights and scoffing free samples.

Why go? Borough market in London Bridge has a history that goes back to the thirteenth century, and these days it’s livelier than ever. Packed with artisan traders such as Brindisa and Monmouth Coffee, it’s also home to some of the best restaurants and bars in the city. Take a seat beneath the glass-and-iron roof after hours and watch the traders pack up after another day.

3 – Kew Gardens

What is it? Kew Gardens is 3,00 acres of beautiful green space, filled with stunning vistas, rare plants, Victorian glasshouses, a Chinese pagoda and a treetop walkway all in London.

Why go? Kew Gardens really is unlike anything else in London. The world-leading botanic garden is captivating at any time of year. A Grade I-listed greenhouse, twice the size of Kew’s famous Palm House, it recently reopened its doors to the public after a major no expenses spared five-year renovation. Visit for swathes of blooms in spring and summer, a crunchy, autumnal paradise or to follow the super popular, innovative Christmas at Kew lights trail which takes over the space every winter. The newly restored Temperate House is also a horticulturalist’s delight.

4 – Thames Tigers High Speed Boat Through London

What is it? A not so tranquil trips down the Thames, whizzing under Tower Bridge and past many of London’s top attractions at over 35mph, this is sure not to be missed.

Why go? Seeing London via the Thames is a truly unique experience, add a high speed powerboat to the equation and things just got a lot quicker! Meet at Blackfriars Pier and hop aboard one of the largest Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIB) on the river. After a safety briefing, grab your lifejacket and get ready to zoom past landmarks like Shakespeare’s Globe, the Shard, the Tower of London

5 – Spy On The Queen At Buckingham Palace

What is it? So in front of Buckingham Palace is a 57-acre park in Westminster. Its called St James Park and is basically the Queen’s giant front garden which you have full access to!

Why go? St James’s Park has undergone a lot of changes over the years. In King Henry VII’s day it was swampy and used mainly as a deer-breeding ground. King James I drained it and moved more animals in (including elephants, crocodiles and exotic birds). Today it remains as it was redesigned in the 1820s, all lush landscape and winding paths. Well worth a wander!

 

Mary Desilva