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- 85+ Summery Things To Do In London This Month: July 2026London offers a variety of summer events in July 2026 including light shows, music festivals, Wimbledon, science exhibitions, and more.
- London Transport Museum Reveals Transformation PlansLondon Transport Museum unveils plans for a major transformation ahead of its 50th anniversary in 2030, including a new entrance, additional space, and upgrades.
- St Martin-in-the-Fields Turns 300, With An Historical ExhibitionSt Martin-in-the-Fields marks its 300th anniversary with a free exhibition showcasing its history, artifacts, and stories of notable parishioners, including one of the first Black voters in England.
- Secrets Of Wimbledon: Boozy Breaks, Cliff's Jacket And The World's Biggest Tennis LibraryWimbledon has hidden tunnels, historical artifacts, and a large tennis library, along with unique traditions and secrets from its history.
- 5 Legendary London Institutions That Are Back From The DeadFive historic London venues are making a comeback after closures, including Simpson's Tavern, Black Cap, Simpson's in the Strand, Model Market, and Duck Tours.
- "Heat Refugees": When People Piled Into The Tube To Escape London HeatwavesLondon's Tube, once a cool refuge during heatwaves, now becomes excessively hot due to accumulated heat in tunnels, with new cooling measures taking years to implement.
- Things To Do In London This Weekend: 27-28 June 2026London offers a variety of cultural events this weekend including a children's literature festival, a photography exhibition, and music concerts at BST Hyde Park.
- The Best Urban Sandy Beaches In London: Summer 2026 Guide
- Free Things To Do In London This Week: 22-28 June 2026London offers various free events this week including festivals, exhibitions, and performances.
- London Buses So Hot, It's A Danger To Drivers And Passengers, Claims UniteUnite alleges London bus drivers are exposed to dangerous heat in cabs, risking health and safety, while TfL claims air cooling systems and hot weather plans are in place.
- Celebrate Wimbledon 2026 With These Tennis-Themed Afternoon TeasSeveral London hotels offer Wimbledon 2026-themed afternoon teas with tennis-inspired food and drinks, available from late June to early July 2026.
- Best Of Londonist: 15-21 June 2026Londonist's weekly roundup highlights new developments, wildlife, and cultural events in London.
- The Forgotten Tudor Hall Of North LondonBroomfield House, a historic Tudor building in North London, is in severe disrepair after multiple fires and faces potential demolition, while efforts are underway to preserve its legacy and improve the surrounding park.
- 17 Lions In A City: Westminster's Lion And Lioness Sculpture TrailAn art trail featuring 17 lion and lioness sculptures is on display in central London, created by various artists and located near major landmarks. The exhibition runs until 10 August 2026, after which the sculptures will be auctioned to raise funds for a homelessness charity.
- Olympia's New Rooftop Street Is Just A Little Bit WowOlympia's new rooftop development includes a music venue, food hall, and public walkways with a glass canopy, part of a £1.3 billion renovation project.