What’s On Guide

Back in the day the Thames used to freeze over and Londoners would not only get their skates on, they would hold ice fairs and roast oxen on the frozen water. Times change, but it’s still possible to skate at various riverside London venues. Check out these seasonal rinks.

With the snow already hitting the high Alps, and a cold winter forecast due to El Nino and a potential polar vortex, herewith our list of ski resorts to consider – from the ritzy through the budget to the ideal place for a guerilla long weekend.

The 2026 Winter Olympics will be held in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, from February 6 to February 22, 2026. This event will mark the first Winter Olympics in Europe in 20 years, featuring a variety of winter sports and competitions. The Paralympics will follow from March 6 to March 15, 2026.

There are some fabulous Christmas markets this year so here is a guide to those in London, or worth a short journey!

What better way to celebrate the festive season and be able to donate to some well deserving causes that many of us will be aware of. Celebrities give their time to help support at this time of year so look inside for more details…

Inside is a selection of Pantos and Christmas themed shows that may not all be well known or top of the google list but worth having a look!

The final batch of tickets for the Mayor of London’s New Year’s Eve Fireworks are now on sale, so take a look inside at this and other places to view the fireworks on NYE. We will be adding to this over the next few days.

The British social season is a traditional series of high-society events held annually during the spring and summer, showcasing a blend of sport, fashion, and royal pageantry. Highlights include the Cheltenham Festival, Royal Ascot, Wimbledon, and more…

We are now starting to look ahead to 2026 and will be adding more things as they are announced. Top of the list is a guide to new West End Shows, plus more…

Here we have found a treasure trove of great ways to get great deals through ‘soft launch’ offers for new restaurants, big discounts for early (or late) diners, and loads of other useful foodie websites for great deals and great food!

The next London Borough of Culture has been named as Wandsworth. Simon Hogg, leader of Wandsworth Council, said: “We’re going to deliver a year to remember. Look inside for a calendar of events planned from April.

There are some ‘secret’ and pop-up events and locations, and other hidden gems that you might love, and not be aware of…