by Claire Etchell | 7th July 2026 | Blog, Summer
When Taylor Swift sings, “I go to secret gardens in my mind,” this is exactly the place I imagine. Hidden away inside Richmond Park is one of London’s prettiest summer gardens – a peaceful rose garden tucked behind Pembroke Lodge that feels like...
by Claire Etchell | 18th June 2026 | Blog, London, Summer
“A rose by any other name would smell as sweet…” and few places in London capture the romance of summer quite like Queen Mary’s Gardens in Regent’s Park. With thousands of colourful roses filling the air with fragrance, peaceful hidden corners, elegant fountains and...
by Claire Etchell | 12th June 2026 | Blog, Chelsea in Bloom, London, Spring
Every May, thousands of flower lovers descend on Chelsea for what is arguably the most famous flower show in the world. RHS Chelsea Flower Show is a bucket-list event for many gardeners, plant enthusiasts and visitors to London, and this year I returned for my second...
by Claire Etchell | 2nd June 2026 | Blog, Travel
If you’re looking for the perfect spring getaway in England, the Cotswolds is hard to beat. I recently spent six days exploring the area with my parents, staying in the beautiful market town of Chipping Campden and using it as a base to discover charming...
by Claire Etchell | 15th April 2026 | Blog, London, Spring
If you’re looking for a London day out that feels more like a countryside escape, Richmond is one of the most beautiful places to visit – especially in spring. On a warm, sunny day, I spent the day exploring Richmond with a friend, following a circular walking...
by Claire Etchell | 17th March 2026 | Blog, Travel
If you’re looking for a beautiful UK coastal escape, Dorset is one of the best places to visit. With charming seaside towns, dramatic cliffs and scenic coastal walks, the Jurassic Coast is perfect for a relaxed week away. I recently spent a week in Dorset with my...
by Claire Etchell | 7th March 2026 | Belgravia in Bloom, Blog, Chelsea in Bloom, Spring
I LOVE Spring in London, the streets burst into colour with magnificent flowers blooming each year. Chelsea in Bloom 2026 is returning to London this May, transforming the streets of Chelsea and Belgravia into a spectacular free flower festival filled with creativity,...
by Claire Etchell | 17th February 2026 | Blog, London
London is romantic all year round and as a Valentine’s Day baby, I feel particularly qualified to say so. Whether you’re planning a dreamy date, celebrating something special, or simply romanticising your own life (which I fully support), this city delivers every...
by Claire Etchell | 1st February 2026 | Blog, London
I am so excited to introduce you to one of my forever favourites! Peggy Porschen is one of London’s most recognisable cafés – known for its pink façade, floral installations and beautifully detailed cakes. Located on Elizabeth Street in Belgravia, it’s a...
by Claire Etchell | 13th January 2026 | Blog, London
The most beautiful free museum for a winter or rainy day in London If you’re looking for something cosy, inspiring and completely free to do in London during winter, a visit to the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) should be at the very top of your list. On a cold...
by Claire Etchell | 6th January 2026 | Blog, Christmas, London
Winter in London has a very special kind of magic. The light is softer, the streets are quieter in the mornings, and there’s something incredibly comforting about wrapping up warm and exploring the city on foot — stopping for coffee, galleries, and little cosy corners...
by Claire Etchell | 13th December 2025 | Blog, Christmas, London
Snowfall at Leadenhall, iconic markets & a gingerbread finale If you’re looking for a festive London walk that blends iconic landmarks, Christmas markets, rare London “snow” and seriously Instagrammable moments, this City and East London route is such a good one....
by Claire Etchell | 9th December 2025 | Blog, Christmas, London
Christmas in London isn’t complete without a visit to The Ritz and their iconic Christmas Afternoon Tea is truly the ultimate festive treat. If you’ve ever dreamed of stepping into a real-life Christmas fairytale, this is where you’ll find it. I’ve been longing to go...
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 | 9th November 2025 | Blog, Christmas, London
As Mariah would say… it’s time! ✨ Few places in London capture the magic of Christmas quite like Fortnum & Mason. From its iconic advent calendar façade on Piccadilly to its twinkling pastel Christmas shop and exquisite hampers, this legendary department store...
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...
