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Inside the Christmas vineyard a short walk away from Hyde Park's Winter Wonderland

Inside the Christmas vineyard a short walk away from Hyde Park's Winter Wonderland

The Glory in Kingsland Road, Haggerston will close on January 31 after the building was pegged for redevelopment. Image: The Glory

Legendary LGBT pub and drag venue to close due to redevelopment

The Zabludowicz Collection in Prince of Wales Road will close its doors on December 17. Image: David Bebber.

Philanthropists announce the closure of cutting edge art gallery after 15 years

A brioche style dough enriched with eggs and milk can be served at breakfast perhaps with strawberries or in Frances' recipe with Christmas flavours of chestnut, chocolate and mandarin.

Make up a Christmas hamper as a gift or bake a breakfast brioche roll

Death Cab for Cutie play All Points East on August 25, 2024. Image: Jimmy Fontaine

Indie icons perform rare double headliner at All Points East

Dave Hearn and Amy Revelle in The Time Machine A Comedy at Park Theatre. Image: Manuel Harlan

Madcap twist on The Time Machine may drive you bonkers

Christmas trail has lights and festive sights, but lacks the wow factor

The BBC TV licence fee will rise by £10.50 to £169.50 a year from April

Who is eligible for a free TV Licence as price set to rise

Mr White's offers a traditional afternoon tea for £25 per person

I tried afternoon tea at a Marco Pierre White's restaurant and it was a cosy delight

Good Morning Britain host Richard Madeley joined the trail with wife Judy, daughter Chloe and son Jack with grandchildren.

Stars glitter on Kenwood's illuminated festive trail

Debbie Chazen as Dame Hoodman, Gemma Barnett as Red and Josh Glanc as The Pig in Little Red Riding Hood and The Big Bad Pig. Image: Oliver Rosser

There's Nothing Like A Dame: Meet the star of the Jewish panto with a twist

Benjamin Zephaniah, who has sadly died aged 65

'Pioneer and innovator' Benjamin Zephaniah dies aged 65

Are you any closer to guessing who's time is almost up on EastEnders ahead of the big reveal on Christmas Day?

BBC EastEnders reveal the 7 male characters at risk of death on Christmas Day

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Sir David Jason is returning to Only Fools and Horses.

Only Fools and Horses legend Sir David Jason to return to sitcom after 20 years

Will Booby Brazier be returning to EastEnders after his stint on Strictly Come Dancing?

Bobby Brazier opens up about his future on EastEnders after Strictly Come Dancing

Call the Midwife star Jenny Agutter has shared details of what fans can expect from the Christmas Special.

Call the Midwife star hints at 'unexpected' twist in upcoming Christmas special

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Have you got tickets to see Ice Cube at the O2.

Everything you need to know as Ice Cube takes over the O2 Arena

Hornsey Round Table is behind Santa's Christmas travels in Haringey

Here's where you can spot Santa's sleigh around Haringey this Christmas

A list of the recent food hygiene inspections

TikTok sensation Camden Market stall among 15 eateries with low hygiene ratings

People will be swimming in Park Road Lido pool this Christmas Day

'Brave the chill' - Tickets on sale for 'really popular' Christmas Day swim

Robbie Williams will take to the BST Hyde Park stage next year.

Second BST Hyde Park headliner confirmed as pop icon Robbie Williams

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EastEnders Johnny Castle is returning to the soap.

EastEnders recast Johnny Carter as character returns to screen after five years

Starbucks is also offering deliveries of coffee to select NHS hospitals this Christmas season.

Starbucks gives free coffee to NHS workers - here's how to claim your free drink

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Find out why EastEnders isn't on tonight (December 5) and when Tuesday's episode will air in the week.

Why is EastEnders not on TV tonight? See BBC schedule change for this week

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Find out how you can get a free letter from Santa this Christmas.

How you can get a free letter from Santa Claus this Christmas

The Pogues' Shane MacGowan died on Thursday (November 30) at the age of 65.

Shane MacGowan's wife reveals how she's dealt with his death on GMB

Aged beef skewers are among the specialities at temper which opens a fifth restaurant in Paddington Basin on December 6.

Steak house and barbecue brings its fire pit to Paddington

Parliament Hill splash pool

Conservation group 'could not endorse' splash park plans for Hampstead Heath

Artist Giles Round unveils his frieze Time passes & still I think of you at Brent Cross West Station with Barnet Council and Related Argent members

'Monument to love': mural at new station in memory of Brent Cross worker

Ben Caplan as Sherlock Holmes in A Sherlock Carol at Marylebone Theatre

The game's afoot with a jolly festive mash up of Dickens and Sherlock

Green Boutique Hotel is applying for name change and entertainment licence for Dao by Dorsett at Hornsey Town Hall

Boutique hotel in historic town hall applies for late-night drink and film licence

The south east London indoor theme park perfect for big kids who love mysteries

The south east London indoor theme park perfect for big kids who love mysteries

Have you got tickets to Madonna's tour?

Everything you need to know as Madonna takes over the O2 Arena

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Find out how you can get tickets to The Killers.

Here's how you can get tickets The Killers Rebel Diamonds UK tour in 2024

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Mars issues 'do not eat' warning over Revels chocolates due to fears they may contain small pieces of rubber, making them unsafe to eat

Mars 'do not eat' warning for Revels chocolates over safety fears

easyJet is also offering a Santa letter collection service for schools near eligible airports.

Here's how to find easyJet's special airport post boxes for letters to Santa

'I tried dinner on Victoria Line tube and it gave TfL a run for its money'

'I tried dinner on Victoria Line tube and it gave TfL a run for its money'

Reel Time Amusements opposite Kings Cross train station

Amusement arcade in town centre bids for 24/7 licence

Kaleidoscope Afternoon Tea at the Pan Pacific’s Orchid Lounge

'I tried a festive afternoon tea with desserts that look like Christmas ornaments'

Find out the opening times for Westfield Stratford.

Westfield Stratford issues update on Christmas opening times for 2023

Peter Forbes as Jacob Marley and Keith Allen as Scrooge in A Christmas Carol. Picture: Manuel Harlan

A hauntingly good Victorian ghost story at Ally Pally

LCD Soundsystem play All Points East on August 23, 2024. Picture: Tori McGraw

All Points East returns for 2024 with major headline acts

Police officers at Notting Hill Carnival this year

'A far cry from precise' - Carnival stop and search tactics slammed as arrests double

Royal Mail special Christmas postboxes have been unvielded.

Royal Mail bring festive cheer to London with singing postboxes

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Call the Midwife will be back on screens for Christmas special this December.

First look at Call the Midwife Christmas special hints at emotionally farewell

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Saltburn Film Review - Florence Butcher

The all new Christmas at Kenwood light trail opens to the public on Friday December 1.

First look at brand new Christmas at Kenwood winter light trail

I was pleased with my Dualit classic kettle that cost less than half the usual retail price

'I took £30 to the Amazon Second Chance pop up shop - but ended up spending far more'

Succession star Brian Cox will switch on the festive lights at the Primrose Hill winter celebrations on Sunday December 3. Picture: PA

Succession star to switch on lights at Primrose Hill winter festival

Brass players from Highgate School at the annual Highgate Society Christmas carols in Pond Square

All the Christmas carol concerts in north London in 2023

Along with the release of this new chocolate bar, Cadbury has also launched a new flavour of its Mini Eggs.

Cadbury releases new chocolate bar that is a twist on already fan-favourite treat

Nando’s plans to open 14 new restaurants in the UK this year

Nando's announces plans to open new UK restaurants

Temporary fencing at Primrose Hill will be replaced with permanent gates

'Sinister' - Uproar over plans to lock popular park overnight with new gates

Kelsey Grammer has described Nick Lyndhurst as his

Only Fools and Horses star Nick Lyndhurst returns to acting with role in US sitcom

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