Great Outdoors

Londonist's guide to  things to do in London including everything from the best parks to summer events, activities, open-air cinema, outdoor and more.
Opinion
Opinion By M@

Are These London's Worst Steps?

Just looking at them makes us queasy.
Maps
By M@

London's Red Kites: How Far Have They Spread?

We've mapped these magnificent birds.
Great Outdoors
By Laura Reynolds

London's Parakeets: How Far Have They Spread? We've Mapped Them

They've got further than you might think.
Art & Photography
By M@

Human Or Claw? The Shard Gets A Double Sculpture By Jaume Plensa

Contains letters from 7 alphabets.
Festivals
By Laura Reynolds

Enfield To Get A Glow Up With New Winter Lights Festival

Another reason to visit London's most northerly borough.
Things To Do
By Laura Reynolds

Ahoy! Visitors Will Soon Be Able To Climb Cutty Sark's Masts For The First Time

Live out your sailor/pirate dreams in Greenwich.
Great Outdoors
By M@

Around London In 13 Tigers

Big cat sightings in the capital.
Beyond London
By Laura Reynolds

This Walking Route Connects London To The Kent Coast

Via beaches, nature reserves and historical sites.
Secret
By M@

Why The London 2012 Logo Is Hidden All Over The City

Ever visited an Adizone?
Great Outdoors
By M@

A Free Light Festival That Will Tempt You To Thamesmead

And why everyone will be talking Thamesmead next summer.
Great Outdoors
By Laura Reynolds

Climate Change Is Affecting The River Thames, According To This Report

Wildlife in the Thames is recovering, but sewage and climate change pose a threat.
Great Outdoors
By M@

Bits Of London That People Mix Up

Ever been to the wrong Abbey Road or Bromley?
Maps
By M@

Where Can I Find A Playground In Central London? Try This Map

Help us fill in the gaps.
Things To Do

The Whole Family Can Take Part In This Fun Run For Great Ormond Street Hospital

RBC Race for the Kids.
Things To Do
By Londonist

London's Best Walking Tours: Derelict London

Subterranean rivers, old swimming pools, and lost music venues.
Great Outdoors
By Maire Rose Connor

Dozens Of Hot Air Balloons Will (Hopefully) Fly Over Central London This Month

The Lord Mayor's balloon regatta is back.

Great Outdoors
By Maire Rose Connor

London's World Naked Bike Ride Is Happening In August!

Starkers cycle ride returns to the capital.
History
By M@

London’s Most Inconvenient Plaque Marks A Forgotten Roman Site

Hidden in brambles, up a big hill, miles from anywhere.
Great Outdoors
By M@

Have You Discovered The Fairy Wood In Barnet?

Monken Hadley Common is alive with fairyfolk.
Great Outdoors
By Maire Rose Connor

The Iron Throne Is Coming To Leicester Square

Part of a film-themed statue trail.

Great Outdoors
By Londonist

A Guide To London's Parks And Green Spaces

Royal parks, wild heaths and open fields: London's glorious green spaces.

Great Outdoors
By Maire Rose Connor

Camden To Be Transformed With A Floating Green Walkway

Designer unveiled for NYC-inspired Camden Highline.
Great Outdoors
By Lydia Manch

A Hammersmith Ferry Service Will Launch This Summer

It'll carry 800 passengers per hour.
Great Outdoors
By Maire Rose Connor

This Hamilton-Inspired Walking Tour Map Is A Must For Musical Lovers

Tracing the historical figures that inspired the Broadway hit.