by Claire Etchell | 30th November 2025 | Blog, Christmas, London
If you love sparkly Christmas decorations, pink storefronts, candy-cane arches, luxury wreaths and the most Instagrammable corners of London, then welcome – you’re in the right place. Today I’m taking you on a magical festive walk through Belgravia, Sloane...
by Claire Etchell | 27th November 2025 | Blog, Christmas, London
Harry Potter Christmas Tree at King’s Cross Station If you’re a Harry Potter fan (hi, it’s me 🙋🏼♀️), you need to see this year’s magical Christmas Tree at King’s Cross Station. It’s not just a tree – it’s a full mini Diagon Alley, right in the middle of the...
by Claire Etchell | 23rd November 2025 | Blog, Christmas, London
Hello festive fans, it’s Christmas Claire and the City reporting for duty with a brand-new festive guide to one of London’s most magical neighbourhoods: Covent Garden at Christmas. I’m Claire, a tulle-wearing girl who creates Love Letters to London and shares the most...
by Claire Etchell | 13th November 2025 | Blog, Christmas, London
Bond Street at Christmas is one of the most dazzling places in London – a glittering runway of designer boutiques, glowing decorations, and the kind of festive magic that feels straight out of a luxury holiday film. If you’re planning a chic Christmas day out in...
by Claire Etchell | 11th November 2025 | Blog, Christmas, London
If there’s one place in London that truly knows how to do Christmas in style, it’s Selfridges. Each year, the Oxford Street department store transforms into a festive wonderland – but this year, there’s a little extra magic in the air. It is FIT FOR A PRINCESS!...
by Claire Etchell | 4th November 2025 | Blog, Christmas, London
Christmas in London IS ICONIC. From glittering shopping streets to historic department stores transformed into winter wonderlands, the city feels like it’s stepped straight out of a Christmas film. If you’re visiting in November or December, welcome to the...
by Claire Etchell | 29th October 2025 | Autumn, Blog, Feature
Floral displays, fall fashion, and cosy corners in the heart of the city Welcome to autumn in London, a season made for golden light, cappuccinos, and exploring the prettiest streets. I’m Claire and the City, and in today’s walk we’re following a beautiful route from...
by Claire Etchell | 29th October 2025 | Autumn, Blog, Feature
From pink pumpkins to Big Ben: London’s prettiest autumn-to-winter walk There’s a special kind of London day that sits right between pumpkin spice and Christmas sparkle where the air feels crisp, the trees are golden, and cafés start bringing out their fairy lights....
by Claire Etchell | 29th October 2025 | Autumn, Blog, Halloween
A magical London stroll filled with golden leaves, royal ghosts, and hidden corners. September and October are great time months to visit London as it is peak Autumn. The weather will always be mixed but it is usually mild so you can layer up. You should see warm...
by Claire Etchell | 18th October 2025 | Autumn, Blog
Hello friends, it’s Claire your girly London guide and today we’re taking one of my favourite long walks in the city: from Marylebone to Hampstead. Think golden leaves, elegant streets, cosy cafes, and those perfect “London in autumn” moments that make you fall in...
by Claire Etchell | 18th October 2025 | Blog, Feature, Filming Locations
Welcome to Castle Howard, a real-life Regency dreamscape tucked deep in the Yorkshire countryside. Today, I’m swapping city streets for stately ones and taking you behind the scenes of one of Britain’s most beautiful filming locations. If the name sounds familiar,...
by Claire Etchell | 26th September 2025 | Autumn, Blog, London
Autumn in London is one of my favourite times of year. The city feels like a film set with golden leaves falling in royal parks, flower shops swapping pastel blooms for jewel tones, and cafés dressed up with pumpkins. Every corner feels Instagrammable. This blog is my...
by Claire Etchell | 2nd September 2025 | Blog, London
A magical, Instagrammable journey through the wizarding world Hello witches, wizards, and muggles! Wands at the ready because today I’m taking you on a full Harry Potter walking tour across London. This self-guided day out will whisk you from King’s Cross and St...
by Claire Etchell | 20th August 2025 | Blog, London
Visiting the London Transport Museum in Covent Garden If you’re looking for a fun, photogenic, and very London day out, the London Transport Museum in Covent Garden is the perfect stop. From red buses to retro tube carriages, it’s full of history, nostalgia, and...
by Claire Etchell | 29th July 2025 | Blog, London, Spring, Summer
Maida Vale and Little Venice will forever have a piece of my heart. I lived here for over five years, and while I now explore every inch of London, there’s something extra special about returning to this calm, corner of the city. This video was a joy to make because I...
by Claire Etchell | 17th July 2025 | Blog, London
There are few nights in London as dreamy as a trip to the ballet at the Royal Opera House and this one was straight out of a Carrie Bradshaw fantasy. It was giving Sex and the City but minus Alexander Petrovsky! ✨ Grab your heels (but make sure they’re...
by Claire Etchell | 25th June 2025 | Blog, London, Summer
Mayfield Lavender Farm is one of the UK’s most Instagrammable summer hotspots and this year, there’s something new blooming. I’ve visited the iconic Mayfield Lavender Fam before (click here), but this time I was buzzing (like the bees!) to explore their brand-new...
by Claire Etchell | 17th June 2025 | Blog, Feature, London, Summer
Wimbledon is one of the most iconic tennis tournaments in the world — but it’s also so much more than just a two-week sporting event. Whether you’re a tennis fanatic or simply looking for a quintessential British day out, this guide will show you how to soak up...
by Claire Etchell | 12th June 2025 | Blog, Spring, Summer
Mayfair is one of the most elegant and exclusive corners of London. A place of poshy posh cars, hidden gardens, world-class designer boutiques and historic charm. In this blog post, I’m taking you on the exact walking route I filmed for YouTube (watch the video...
by Claire Etchell | 1st June 2025 | Blog, Feature
If you’ve followed me for a while, you’ll know I’m a proud Instagram girly at heart. I just adore creating ‘that perfect photo.’ But in the last year, I’ve shifted my strategy from Instagram-first to content-first. It’s been a little bit chaotic, a lot of...
