Number 20 Maresfield Gardens, Hampstead, was Sigmund Freud's last home after he fled Austria following the German invasion of 1938. Today the house is maintained as a museum, with holdings including Freud's library, his collection of antiquities, and, of course, his famous rug-covered couch.
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Daily; not Mon or Tue
The poet's London residence from 1818 to 1820 was the venue in which he wrote his finest poems. Today it houses a museum and library devoted to the poet.
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Daily; not Mon
Parliament Hill, one of the highest points on north London's Hampstead Heath, offers unbeatable views of the city. Join kite-flyers and make the most of the wind and the thrilling backdrop, featuring St Paul's, Canary Wharf and other prominent landmarks.
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Daily
Kenwood House is an idyllic cream mansion on north London's Hampstead Heath. View paintings by Rembrandt, Turner and Gainsborough left by the first Earl of Iveagh in 1927. A walk across the heath provides spectacular views of London.
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Daily
Indie junkies in skinny black jeans head for London's Camden Crawl. Fifty venues across Camden welcome bands and surprise guests and host quizzes, film shorts, DJ aftershow parties and musical bingo!
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May 2013 (annual)
The name of this centre in London's Maida Vale gives little away - this is where Iyengar yoga happens every hour of every day. Learn with the experts in a variety of ways.
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Daily
Highgate Cemetery is a treasure trove of decadent Victorian deathly delights - its numerous tombs and gravestones reflect grand Victorian taste in every sense.
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Daily
This is not the type of yoga that will chill you out. The hottest holistic craze to leave the States is now well ensconced in North London at its own centre in Chalk Farm. Get ready for serious sweating - Bikram Yoga is here to stay.
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Daily
London is an exhausting place to be in and city life can get to you. So why not forget urban life in the haven of tranquillity that is the Triyoga Centre in leafy Primrose Hill.
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Daily
Sancho Panza is firmly established as one of the most popular sound systems at the Notting Hill Carnival. Each year around thousands of people forsake the carnival floats to squeeze themselves as close as possible to the Sancho speakers.
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Aug 2013 (annual)
The Roundhouse is one of the city's most exciting performance venues. This North London landmark was once a turntable for steam trains, now after a multi-million pound makeover it's a unique music venue and innovative arts and theatre space.
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Daily
Perched to the north of Regent's Park, Primrose Hill affords sweeping views over London. From the very top of the hill, it is possible to see all the way down to Greenwich and even to the Millennium Dome.
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Daily
London and meditation would appear to be impossible bedfellows - but the increasingly popular Heruka Centre in North London is proving otherwise. This is where more and more people are coming to take time out to calm the mind - it could lead to lasting happiness.
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Daily
The Friends Life T20 begins with a group format in June, before quarter finals in July and Finals Day at Southampton's Rose Bowl in August. Middlesex Panthers play their home games at Lord's, Richmond and Uxbridge.
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Jun - Aug 2013 (annual)
London's RAF Museum commemorates the bravery of those who took part in the Battle of Britain with a weekend of special activities. Bringing history to life, actors present the story of RAF pilots, while a living-history area shows the struggles they endured.
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Sep 2013 (annual)
A bit of a well-kept secret, Club Kali at The Dome in Tufnell Park is an open and friendly bi-monthly gay Asian music night
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Feb 2013 (monthly)
Around a million people hit Notting Hill's streets in West London for Europe's biggest carnival. Fabulous floats make a colourful circuit of the area and sound systems blast out music all day. Sample delicious Caribbean jerk chicken or Jamaican patties.
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Aug 2013 (annual)
London Zoo reveals their brand-new tropical bird walk-through to visitors and feathered residents alike. The newly restored Victorian Blackbird Pavilion houses the only collection of hummingbirds in the UK, who buzz harmoniously next to toucans, hornbills and others.
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Daily
Located in the heart of the city at Regent's Park, London Zoo is spread over three garden areas linked by a network of bridges and tunnels. Visitors can see everything from giraffes and Komodo dragons to gorillas, tigers and penguins.
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Daily
Shaolin Training is not for the faint-hearted. Best known for breaking concrete blocks with their heads, the monks at this temple in North London offer you a glimpse inside their world as well as the chance to build your strength of both body and mind.
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Daily; not Sat
Founded in 1996, the Portobello Film Festival has been described as "London's biggest filmic free-for-all". The large independent film festival screens new shorts and features, cult movies and more at various locations around Notting Hill's Portobello area, including Westbourne Studios.
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Aug - Sep 2013 (annual)
Beautiful blooms perfume the air at Queen Mary's Rose Gardens, situated in Regent's Park. These quintessential English gardens hold one of the finest collections of roses in the country. Rambling, climbing and cluster-flowered varieties are at their best in mid-June.
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Daily
Regent's Park is a vast garden in north-west London, home to London Zoo, an open-air theatre, sports facilities, cafes and restaurants. The historic Rose Garden houses thousands of plants of many different species.
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Daily
The Taste of London festival returns to the beautiful surroundings of Regent's Park for another four-day celebration of fine food and drink. Forty of London's top restaurants serve sample-sized dishes and celebrated chefs reveal the tricks of the trade.
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Jun 2013 (annual)
Traditional klezmer music and Yiddish song pour out of the bandstand at Regent's Park, opposite the cafe on the Inner Circle, at the Jewish celebration, Klezmer in the Park. There's dancing from rural Eastern Europe and children's activities too.
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Sep 2013 (annual)
A staggering 68,000 visitors flock to the annual Frieze Art Fair in the vast marquee in Regent's Park. Top galleries from over 20 countries are represented, with work by more than 1000 artists. Start saving, as it's all for sale!
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Oct 2013 (annual)
The most colourful, diverse and labyrinthine of London's flea markets, Camden Market is one of the city's biggest tourist attractions. if you visit on a Sunday, you'll discover just how busy it can get.
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Daily
This popular, intimate music venue in alternative Camden is renowned for exploring everything from salsa to hip-hop. Sip Jazz Cafe cocktails as bands perform, book a table in the restaurant or drop in to a late-night soul session.
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Daily
Displays and exhibitions tell the story of Jewish history, culture and religion, offering the chance to explore Jewish heritage and identity as part of Britain's broader story.
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Daily; not Fri or Sat
Voted London's favourite pool by the capital's swimmers in May 2005, the Porchester Baths are an art deco-inspired architectural treasure built back in the day when water was scarce and bathing was trendy.
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Daily
Forget stuffy auditoriums and enjoy the pleasures of Regent's Park Open Air Theatre. Combining natural beauty, atmosphere and choice drama, current artistic director Timothy Sheader has expanded the repertoire to programme high drama and musicals as well as Shakespeare.
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May - Sep 2013 (annual)
The Museum of Brands, Packaging and Advertising opened in December 2005 to showcase the extensive Robert Opie collection - the world's largest collection of advertising imagery - along with a range of brand and packaging material.
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Daily; not Mon
With spectacular views and a glamorous but relaxed vibe, Nippon Tuk on the 23rd floor of the Hilton London Metropole offers an exciting mix of Chinese, Japanese and South-East Asian food and drink, delivered with a sophisticated twist. Expect a quality selection of sushi, sashimi, tempura, noodle dishes and even Japanese fish and chips!
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Daily; not Sun
Originally a simple track leading to a farm called Porto Bello, today Portobello Road in Notting Hill hosts one of London's hippest street markets. With lots of antiques stalls, jewellery and vintage frocks, it's something of a must-see.
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Sat only
Koko is a nightclub and live music venue in trendy Camden. The grand building was originally a theatre and the club's ornate décor reflects this today. Crowds fill the dance floor by the stage or look down from the gallery.
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Daily
La Linea brings infectious Latin vibes to London, from fiery flamenco to Afro-Cuban hip-hop and Argentine electronica. Performances capture the heart of South America as well as the Iberian Peninsula. Main venues include the Southbank and Barbican Centres and Koko.
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Apr 2013 (annual)
The DMC World DJ Championship at London's O2 Academy Islington showcases the very best in the 'fourth element' of hip-hop. Breaks, cuts, spins, scratches, needle drops and back spins are scrutinised by a panel of celebrity judges and diehard fanatics.
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Oct 2013 (annual)
With its informal, buzzy atmosphere and comfy booths, Steam Bar in the Hilton London Paddington is a stylish place to unwind after a long day. Sip cocktails with locals and guests while DJs spin the tunes on weekend evenings.
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Daily; not Sun
The Hereford Road restaurant serves fresh, nationally-sourced produce and the simple cooking ensures that British meat, fish and vegetables are at the focus of the daily-changing menu.
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The Frontline Club is for people who care about what's going on in the world and want to talk about it. This media club promotes freedom of expression through open discussions and screenings relating to social and political issues.
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Daily
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