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All the London Underground closures you need to be aware of this weekend listed

Posted on February 5, 2026 by emilia.kettle@newsquest.co.uk | Emilia Kettle
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Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (February 6 to February 8) and don't be caught out.
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Inside the ‘delicious’ bakery under a railway arch earning Michelin praise

Posted on February 1, 2026 by emilia.kettle@newsquest.co.uk | Emilia Kettle
FORNO bakery is hidden under a London railway arch and has been praised by the Michelin Guide.
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Step inside the London church with a hidden serene, monastery‑style garden

Posted on January 31, 2026 by emilia.kettle@newsquest.co.uk | Emilia Kettle
Christchurch Greyfriars Church Garden is tucked away near St Paul's Cathedral and is one of London's best hidden gems.
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This ‘superb’ farm shop has gone viral — and it’s only an hour from London

Posted on January 30, 2026 by emilia.kettle@newsquest.co.uk | Emilia Kettle
Pearce’s Farm Shop in Hertfordshire is just an hour from London and has gone viral after being called “superb” and “lovely”.
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London Underground: The weekend closures you need to know about

Posted on January 29, 2026 by emilia.kettle@newsquest.co.uk | Emilia Kettle
Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (January 30 to February 1) and don't be caught out.
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The 9 famous faces to be honoured with new London Blue Plaques

Posted on January 29, 2026 by emilia.kettle@newsquest.co.uk | Emilia Kettle
9 famous faces to be honoured with new London Blue Plaques, see who.
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Using a dodgy Fire Stick? The punishments and risks you need to know

Posted on January 26, 2026 by emilia.kettle@newsquest.co.uk | Emilia Kettle
Using a ‘dodgy’ fire stick? Then you might want to check what the punishments and the risks you face.
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Victoria Beckham reunites with Spice Girls to celebrate Emma Bunton’s 50th

Posted on January 25, 2026 by emilia.kettle@newsquest.co.uk | Emilia Kettle
Victoria Beckham has reunited with fellow Spice Girls to celebrate the 50th birthday of Emma Bunton.
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Inside the London borough rapidly turning into the ‘new Chinatown’

Posted on January 25, 2026 by emilia.kettle@newsquest.co.uk | Emilia Kettle
A London borough is being branded the 'new Chinatown' following a rise in Chinese people who are flocking to buy there.
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The London walk that takes you past some of the city’s most stunning scenery

Posted on January 25, 2026 by emilia.kettle@newsquest.co.uk | Emilia Kettle
The Wandle Trail walking route takes you through some of London's most stunning scenery.
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Maltese Connection

Clapham Junction is a prehistoric site on Malta near the Dingli Cliffs. It is a complex network of tracks gouged in the rock. Its age and purpose are still a mystery of Maltese history. Beside the megalithic temples it is the most mysterious artefact on Malta. It is reported that the name "Clapham Junction" was given by an Englishman, who later reported that it reminded him of the great and busy railway station Clapham Junction in London.

Platform 1

The old platform 1 has now become platform ZERO. See our main article about Platform 1 at Clapham Junction

Wheelchair users are advised that they should allow an hour for transfer between platforms at Clapham Junction.

Gay Life on TV

Clapham Junction is a 2007 British television film, written by Kevin Elyot, about the experiences of gay men during 36 hours in the Clapham area of London and the consequences when their lives collide. It was broadcast on Channel 4 in July 2007. The drama was shown as part of a short season by Channel 4 to mark the 40th anniversary of decriminalisation of homosexuality in England and Wales.
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