Your Sunday morning best-of-Londonist weekly round-up sponsored this week by Pact, who are giving Londonist readers their first bag of coffee, delivered to their door, for just £1. More details below.
London News
- Seven separate rail failures caused lengthy delays for commuters on Monday morning.
- A campaign has been launched to bring back a Bob Marley mural which was lost during demolition.
- Housing is a big issue. We know it. You know it. But do London MPs actually care?
- The Conservative Party is pledging to extend the Right to Buy scheme. This is not a good idea.
- A Tottenham pub has been saved by a community group.
- Miss out on Londonist merchandise the last time round? We're back, with tote bags, t-shirts, mugs and more.
Must-read articles
- As all the parties released their manifestos, here at Londonist, we released ours.
- We spoke to Green party leader (and Holborn and St Pancras candidate) Natalie Bennett about housing and more.
- What's it like to spend 19 hours on the tube? Well, since you ask...
- The best places to eat and drink in Streatham.
- Have you seen the incredible bridges of Paddington open?
- Have we reached the peak of the animal cafe trend, or will we be seeing these eateries on London's streets soon?
- We've been awash with sunshine this week, but why is London so rubbish at putting it to good use as solar power?
Top reviews
- Immersive theatre wizards Punchdrunk are back, with a nautical show for kids ★★★★★
- So much art, so little time — let's talk about which new art exhibitions are actually worth visiting
- Watershed: a strong showing of contemporary artists in a great venue ★★★☆☆
- Roy's (teeny tiny) People are back — mini heroes take to the streets of London ★★★☆☆
- Minor snags don't prevent Mrs Roosevelt Flies to London from being a first class production ★★★★☆
Things to do
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ABANDONED TUBE TOURS: Visit the abandoned tube tunnels used for filming James Bond film Skyfall.
CHEESE MASTERCLASS: Yes, we're serious. Spend two hours learning the ins, outs, ups and downs of the good stuff. Taste handmade, artisan cheeses under the guidance of a professional cheesemonger. £28, 23 April, 7pm
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ROUTEMASTER TOUR: Hop on board a classic 1962 Routemaster coach to explore London's architectural history.
THREE COURSE ROAST: Nothing says Sunday like a Sunday roast. Treat yourself to a three-course roast meal, plus bottomless cocktails, at Mews of Mayfair. £40, various dates
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FAIRYTALE WEEK: Fairytales are top of the bill at British Academy's free Literature Week.
THE HOBBIT: ...And The Battle Of The Five Armies is the final Bilbo Baggins film. Watch it at Roxy in Borough High Street, while tucking into a meal. 18+. £12, prebook, 20 April, 8pm
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SPACES AND PLACES: Get ready for London Transport Museum's London Places and Spaces exhibition, celebrating the unique character of the city.
CIRCUS CABARET: Guanabara in Covent Garden hosts a showcase of world-class Latin and UK circus talent with burlesque acts, contortionists, ballerinas, fire-breathers and much more. Enjoy the show while you tuck into dinner and a Caipirinha cocktail. 18+. £15, various dates
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SCIENCE IN THE PUB: Pint of Science: Learn stuff down the pub.
JACK THE RIPPER: Let's face it, everyone has a little curiosity about London's famous serial killer. Take a Jack the Ripper Walking Tour and learn about the theories surrounding the killer's identities and motives. £10, various dates
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ST GEORGE'S DAY: Things to do in London on St George's Day (that's this Thursday, FYI).
GUN CULTURE: Investigative journalist Iain Overton is at the Frontline Club in Paddington to talk about the impact of gun crime, the relationships we have with guns and the place they have in every day life. £12.50, 22 April, 7pm
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