Everyone often seems to be short of time in London; it comes as no surprise that street food outlets are constantly popping up all over the city. Quick and easy for when you’re on the go, the selection of cuisines available in street food form is incredible – from Greek to Japanese via French and…
Category: Life in London
Sky Garden | Free London
A jewel in London’s crown, Sky Garden is a luxury destination that many are unaware is free. Literally a garden in the sky, 20 Fenchurch Street is home to an enlarged glass dome, containing three stories of gardens, terraces, decks – the ultimate social space. Nicknamed ‘The Walkie-Talkie’, the iconic building at 20 Fenchurch Street…
Tolkien at the Bodleian Library, Oxford | Beyond Roehampton
As an international student in London, I completely understand the struggle of living on a student budget and still finding ways to do the things you love. One of my favourite student-friendly adventures was going to the Bodleian Library exhibit on JRR Tolkien in Oxford at the end of October 2018. I’m a huge Tolkien…
Winter Wonderland | Free London
Christmas is coming, and in London terms, that heralds Hyde Park Corner Station becoming a nightmare. Why? Winter Wonderland is back. View this post on Instagram Missing London already💡 A post shared by ISO NEVILLE 📍 SE1 (@isoneville) on Dec 19, 2016 at 11:45am PST For over ten years Winter Wonderland has been a staple…
Bonfire Night: Where to watch the fireworks
I put together a list of 5 amazing places to watch the fireworks all over the city. Whether you live on or off campus, you can count on some fireworks being close by.
Heathers the Musical | Theatre Review
Heathers is a hit musical adapted from the 1988 film of the same name. Set one year one in 1989, we follow the story of Veronica Sawyer, a ‘damaged’ high-school girl, who decides to adapt herself to fit into a social group called Heathers. This group is considered the highest and the best within the…
Wimbledon BookFest | Free London
It’s that time of year again, when students, locals, celebrities and fans flock to Wimbledon in the name of literature. Right on Roehampton’s doorstep, or 30 minutes on the 493 if you’re being pedantic, Wimbledon Common offers a host of events and opportunities in the form of Wimbledon BookFest, an annual festival designed to enrich and celebrate all things…
Street Art in London | Beyond Roehampton
London’s street art scene You may have noticed on London’s walls, lining subways, railway arches, hoardings and on every other conceivable painting surface, that the city hosts an ever-widening array of urban art. Most notably with the rise to fame of Banksy, awareness of uncommissioned works has gone some way to making London one of…
The Royal Opera House | Free London
London is one of the most vibrant cities in the world. You might think that you can’t enjoy all that the city has to offer on a student budget, but in truth, there are so many things you can see and do absolutely free. If you’re looking for free things to do in London, you…
8 tips for coping with the heatwave in London
We can all appreciate the splendid weather we have seen over the recent summer months, but the major rise in temperature means that it is important to prepare for the heat, both physically and mentally. Read on for tips to survive the UK heatwave. Stay hydrated Although this seems like such a generic tip, many…
5 Alternative London Museums | Beyond Roehampton
London is well known for its museums. Some of the world’s leading cultural institutions can be found here such as the British Museum, the Natural History Museum and the Imperial War Museum. But as a student, you may want to step off the beaten track and get away from the tourists. Here are a few…
Hamilton: An American Musical | Theatre Review
Hamilton: An American Musical, created by Lin Manuel Miranda, explores the rise and fall of the founding father, Alexander Hamilton through lyrical artistry. Telling the story of his life through rap and musical style devices, all aspects of Hamilton’s life are presented by an extremely talented cast. The show, originally produced in America, promised many…