The 1962 London smog was a severe smog episode that affected London, England in December 1962. It occurred ten years after the Great Smog of London, in which serious air pollution had killed as many as 12,000 people. When did smog start in London? A history of smog Britain has long been affected by mists […]
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Is London Fun For New Years Eve?
This metropolitan hub celebrates New Year’s Eve in an extravagant way with magnificent fireworks, parties, river cruises and so much more. London lights up for the new year in the most delightful ways possible making it the perfect place to celebrate New Year’s Eve in. Is London busy on new year’s Eve? Central London is […]
Where Can I Watch The London Marathon 2022?
TV coverage We’ll share details of how and when to watch the 2023 TCS London Marathon on the BBC as we move closer to the event. We’ll also provide details of the international broadcasters that will be showing the event. In the meantime, you can still catch highlights of the 2022 TCS London Marathon on […]
How Long Has Ulez Been In London?
Effect on air pollution The zone was introduced on 8 April 2019 and led to a 20% reduction in emissions by July 2019. From 2016 to 2020, NO2 pollution dropped five times as quickly in Central London as it did in the rest of the UK. When did ULEZ start in London? The Mayor has […]
Which London Mayor Introduced The Congestion Charge?
In his manifesto for the 2000 London Mayoral election, Ken Livingstone had proposed to introduce a £5 charge for vehicles entering central London. Following his victory, the Mayor made a draft order and requested a report from TfL, which summarised the reasons for introducing the scheme. Which mayor of London first implemented the Congestion Charge? […]
How Do Traffic Lights Work In London?
Traffic Lights Sequence Red: Stop and wait at the stop line. Red and Amber: Prepare to move but wait until the green shows to set off. Green: You can go if it is safe to do so. Give way to any pedestrians who are crossing. How do traffic lights work in UK? In the UK, […]
Does London Celebrate Boxing Day?
In the UK, Canada, Australia, Trinidad and Tobago, and New Zealand, Boxing Day is primarily known as a shopping holiday. Boxing Day sales are common and shops often allow dramatic price reductions. Do they celebrate Boxing Day in the UK? Boxing Day, in Great Britain and some Commonwealth countries, particularly Australia, Canada, and New Zealand, […]
What Do You Eat On Christmas Day In London?
Christmas Dinner In London: Where To Eat In The Capital On Christmas Day 2022 Christmas Day at Bōkan. Christmas Day at Gaucho, £125 per person. Christmas Day at The Guinea. Christmas Day at The Spread Eagle. Christmas Day at Benares. Christmas Day at Cinnamon Kitchen Battersea or City. What do you eat on Christmas Day […]
Do Carers Go Free At London Zoo?
Tickets. We offer free carer and blue badge car entry into our Zoo to help you get the most out of your visit. How much is the entrance fee to London Zoo? London Zoo ticket prices Type of visitor Peak* Standard Adult (16 to 64 years) £36 £33 Child (3 to 15 years) £24 £21.45 […]
What Kind Of Architecture Does London Have?
London’s architecture ranges from the Romanesque central keep of The Tower of London, the great Gothic church of Westminster Abbey, the Palladian royal residence Queen’s House, Christopher Wren’s Baroque masterpiece St Paul’s Cathedral, the High Victorian Gothic of The Palace of Westminster, the industrial Art Deco of Is London known for its architecture? London is […]