Days Out

  • Onsite: Westminster Bridge, London

    A walk down memory lane, or a stroll across Westminster Bridge? It’s the same difference to the people who take to it each year. The bridge overlooking Parliament, on the side of the London Eye, is a popular spot to have a photo taken, with Elizabeth Tower and the famed houses of our democracy poking out behind you.

    There isn’t a dull moment in which to do it – or time of day, for that matter. It’s equally brilliant lit up at night. The bell tolls, and folks just along the street also adjust their cameras to get their face in the frame. It’s a remarkable feat of Victorian engineering, a stunning backdrop for the city, and a real draw for eager visitors.

  • Review: The Dickens Inn, Tower Hamlets

    A nice little country pub is most people’s favourite spot for a drink, but why not try The Dickens Inn, regulars might say.

    There is truth to that statement.

    The quaint – almost polite – Inn sits in a lovely cloistered part of Wapping adjacent to the River Thames. In fact I took a walk over Tower Bridge to get here, and it’s a lovely view on a clear day.

    An approach to the bar is the first port of call, and the rest of the stay is yours to curate.

    I sat outside to enjoy the fresh air and a pint.

    It’s not a bad place to sit but it can get busy as it’s popular and inside may be quieter, more up your street if a meal is what you wanted.