There’s still not much to see at the construction site of the Pinnacle tower (aka the Helter-Skelter) in Bishopsgate, but when the 288m-tall skyscraper is complete, it’ll offer the public some of the finest views of the capital. Plans for what will be the Square …
Looking at the personalities behind London’s small businesses. Emma Reynolds, Ken Yamada and John Zimern are the creators of Tsuru, a top-notch restaurant located near Tate Modern that serves authentically prepared and ethically sourced sushi and Japanese foods. Londonist recently spoke with Emma. How did …
The City of London has a new tallest building. The Heron Tower, at 110 Bishopsgate, has reportedly surpassed Tower 42 to become the loftiest in the Square Mile. When it tops out, presumably in just a matter of weeks, the roof will stand at 202.5 …
Last week on Londonist, in numbers and corresponding pictures… 32 days that the Kingsway Tram Subway will be open for Chord, an art installation: book now! 24 hours to write a book – did you help out? 40,000 ring-necked parakeets now available for shooting 17 …
Photo by M@ This Week In London’s History Monday – 20th April 1964: A huge fire at Battersea Power Station scuppers the launch of the BBC Two TV channel. Tuesday – 21st April 1509: Henry VII dies in Richmond Palace, supposedly as the result of …
This Week In London’s History Monday – 21st April 1509: Henry VII dies in Richmond Palace, supposedly as the result of a ‘broken heart’ following the deaths of his son and wife several years before. Tuesday – 22nd April 1925: George Cole is born in …
Have you seen Brian? He’s 6 feet tall, weighs 30 kilos, and has light brown fur, a long neck, two humps and pink, smirking lips. He also likes to party. Sadly, Brian has been missing since the end of December, and the owner of this …
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