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West End win: the rise of WC2 London

By Mark Jones, Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Fine-dining-for-less, swish spas and spectacular hotels... 
the West End is enjoying a quiet revival, says Mark Jones

Tags: UK-blog, London,

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Royal London: The Wild, the Beautiful and the Damned at Hampton Court Palace

By Lucy Thackray, Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Think Hampton Court Palace is all vengeful Tudors and flower shows? A portrait exhibition celebrating the 17th century's most scandalous courtesans will make you think again, says Lucy Thackray

Tags: UK-blog, days-out

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Royal London: The Crown Jewels, Tower of London

By Lucy Thackray, Friday, May 11, 2012

This spring's re-presentation of the world's most famous bling finally allows the jewels take centre stage, says Lucy Thackray

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Diamond Jubilee: the real Queen

By Robert Hardman, Friday, May 4, 2012

Her face is the most reproduced image in the world. But what 
is Her Majesty really like? In this Diamond Jubilee year, the Queen’s biographer Robert Hardman listens to those who know her 
best

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London theatre: summer shows

By Edward Lukes, Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Edward Lukes recommends the theatres to keep an eye on during London's Olympic-mad summer

Tags: arts-and-culture, London, theatre

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Royal London: Kensington Palace

By Lucy Thackray, Tuesday, May 1, 2012

The recently reopened Kensington Palace is a fascinating trip down the rabbit hole of royal lives. The exhibitions are bold and modern, but you'll find it hard not to be captivated, says Lucy Thackray

Tags: London, days-out, history

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Five of the best alternative UK music festivals

By Elli Donajgrodzki, Thursday, April 26, 2012

Wondering how to fill the gap that is Glastonbury this year? Don't despair: there are hundreds more music festivals to choose from. Elli Donajgrodzki picks five of the best lesser-known UK festivals for summer 2012

Tags: UK, arts-and-culture, festivals

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