Your weekly roundup of Londonist news and features.
40+ Cheerful Things To Do In London This Month: January 2026
Events to get you through the dark winter days.
12 Predictions For London In 2026
Our silliest predictions for the year ahead...
The Barmy Twelfth Night Bacchanal That Happens On Bankside Every January
It has to be seen to be believed.
The History of London... in one Deranged Entanglogram
Or 'what happens when I drink some whisky and let my brain tumble out'.
Thames Torso Murders: Lucy Worsley Delves Into Grisly Story Of Jack The Ripper's Little-Known Contemporary
BBC show airs early January.
The Places That Closed Down In London In 2025
A fond farewell to these London establishments.
London's New Year's Resolutions Throughout The Centuries
What did we vow to stop in centuries gone by?
Burns Night 2026 In London: Parties, Suppers And Ceilidhs To Celebrate This Year
Kilt up and raise a dram to Robert Burns on 25 January.
A Short Story From Deserter: The Publican - Part One
John Cheever meets a south London pub crawl. (Part Two available here)
Not So Much Walkie-Talkie As Blurry-Whirry: This Photo Book Is All Out Of Focus
Impressionist photos of London.
8 Excellent Events Near London: January 2026
Fun stuff within easy reach of London.
The Tunnels: An Extract From A Suburban Science Fantasy Ghost Story Inspired By West Norwood
"They say there's over 3,000 coffins down here".
The Church Service Held In The Middle Of London Bridge
The Blessing of the River Thames.
Guess What Our Most-Read Article Of 2025 Was...
Underground tunnels, big exhibitions and a great stinking lie.
Where To Recycle Or Dispose Of Your Christmas Tree In London
Which London boroughs recycle them?
Looking Ahead: Things To Do This Week In London: 5-11 January 2026
See what's on in London each day of the week.
