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 | Autumn, 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...
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 | 27th May 2025 | Blog, Feature, London
After living in London for 15 years, I finally did it. I went inside Tower Bridge. Not just walked over it (a million times), but actually paid for the full experience: the glass walkway, panoramic views, the original engine rooms — the lot. If you’re a Londoner who’s...
by Claire Etchell | 10th May 2025 | Blog, London, Spring
Looking for the prettiest walking route in London for a sunshine day? Join me on a spring stroll through some of the capital’s most photogenic spots — from elegant Belgravia, pastel-perfect Chelsea, and over the iconic Albert Bridge to finish in leafy Battersea Park....
