Rosie Hewitson

As dazzling as London can be in the summer, there’s really only one place that everyone wants to be at the height of summer: the beach. And if the British seaside is calling to you, siren-like right now, you’ll be pleased to know that London is actually within easy reach of plenty of gorgeous seaside towns and scenic coastal walks – not to mention some of the best beaches in the UK.  From the vast unbroken expanse of Camber Sands to the eerie other-worldly beauty of Dungeness, we’ve rounded up the 15 best beaches within two hours of the capital. Whether you’re after secluded spots or bustling resort towns, we’ve got you covered.  So pack your swimming cozzie, grab your bucket and spade, and head to one of these gorgeous beaches near London. Just don’t forget the factor-50. It might be England, but it can still get scorching out there. RECOMMENDED The best day trips from London.

We’re well and truly into summer now as we enter the third week of August and London’s festival season is in full swing with Victoria Park at the epicentre of the action. All Points East, the relatively new, but much-loved, regular on the capital’s summer party scene is back again with a line-up full of big-ticket acts: Gorillaz, Idles and Self Esteem are on the bill on Friday. While old favourite Field Day is back in Viccy Park, its original home, with a bumper dance-centric line-up led by The Chemical Brothers, Kraftwerk 3D and Peggy Gou.  There’s also brilliant, new theatre this week as Katherine Parkinson and John Heffernan take to the National Theatre’s stage in a luxuriously eccentric take on Shakespeare’s romcom ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ set in a Wes Anderson-stye Art Deco hotel in 1930s Italy. Plus, there’s eye-catching new art as Tenant of Culture fills Camden Art Centre with sculptures made out of old discarded clothes. Didn’t make it up to Edinburgh for the Fringe? Stick around NW1 for skits and scratch nights at the Camden Fringe instead.  Rain might finally be on the cards this week (thank God), but there’s still plenty of alfresco action out there. Hit up a screening at one of the many outdoor cinemas popping up all across the city, grab a seat at a brilliant open-air theatre show or head to Trafalgar Square, which is filled with immersive art exhibitions and free drop-in art workshops this week as the National Gallery brings its collections and expertise outside

It’s still hot, we’re still sweating and another weekend of London fun in the sun is upon us. Summer is the time for staying out late and making beautiful memories so we want to make sure you spend you’re two sweet days of freedom in the best way possible.  Fill your precious time off with sick beats by heading to Viccy Park which this weekend will see big-ticket acts Gorillaz, Idles, Self Esteem, The Chemical Brother, Kraftwerk and Peggy Gou take to the stage as All Points East and Field Day take over the east London hangout. If classical’s more your thing, the music maestros will be at The Proms again this weekend paying symphonic bangers in the plush surroundings of the Royal Albert Hall.  Or, hit up the theatre to see Katherine Parkinson and John Heffernan take to the National’s stage in a luxuriously eccentric take on Shakespeare’s romcom ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ set in a Wes Anderson-stye Art Deco hotel in 1930s Italy. Plus, eye-catching new art as Tenant of Culture fills Camden Art Centre with sculptures made out of old discarded clothes. Didn’t make it up to Edinburgh for the fringe? Stick around NW1 for skits and scratch nights at the Camden Fringe instead.  Or soak up the sun, by indulging in all the culture that’s moved outside for the season. Hit up a screening at one of the many outdoor cinemas popping up all across the city, grab a seat at a brilliant open-air theatre show or head to Trafalgar Square, which is filled with immersive art exhibitions and free drop-

There are so many (so many!) sights in the UK that are worth a visit. But if you’re after the monumental, the spectacular, the otherworldly and the sublime, you’ve come to the right place. The fact is, the great British outdoors spoils us rotten. And there are rudely overlooked natural sights and wonders all over the place. So if you’re thinking of planning your next trip – be it an outdoorsy getaway, hike or biking holiday – it’s time to roll your sleeves up and get your pen and paper ready, because you’re going to want to take note of these spots. And no, we’re not just talking about Durdle Door. We’re also talking about the dramatic gorges of Somerset, the sprawling cave network of North Yorkshire, the sandstone stacks of Caithness and the twisted woodlands of Sherwood. But you don’t need to take our word for it – get out there and see for yourself. Without further ado, here’s our pick of 21 beautiful natural wonders in the UK.  RECOMMENDED:🔮 15 of the most magical places to visit in the UK☕ Tiny, cosy cottages you can book in the UK🏠 The best Airbnbs in the UK🧘 The 12 best wellbeing breaks and yoga retreats in the UK🏞️ The most beautiful national parks in the UK

As glorious as the capital is in the summer – think 9 million of us Londoners careening towards the closest beer garden, green space or rooftop bar – the sheer volume of revellers thronging the city can occasionally leave you feeling a tad claustrophobic.  Thankfully, this year has seen domestic travel open up properly again, with day trips and overnight stays in Airbnbs, campsites and hotels. And that means we can once again hit the coast, hike a forest trail or explore a postcard-perfect village whenever the Big Smoke gets a bit much. Planning a quick getaway? Here’s some fuel for your own day(trip)dreams. These are 17 of our favourite day-tripping spots, complete with cute pubs and ace restaurants – all close enough to London to get there and back in one glorious day. RECOMMENDED: 101 incredible things to do in London instead // // This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, click here.

July 2022: You can trust us here at Time Out. We’re your wisest, oldests friends guiding you towards the best that London has to offer. That’s why you’ll see this list chop and change frequently. You’ll find we’ve updated this list with everything you need to know when the sun is out and the weather’s hot in London; like where to watch Wimbledon (one of the biggest sporting events of the season), or green oases to cool off in when the sticky city gets too hot, and the best wild swimming spots to cool off in. We’ve got you covered.  There’s always a lot to do in London, but summer opens up a brand new side to the city. As soon as the sun comes out, London’s parks turn into leafy social clubs, restaurants dust off their outdoor seating, fountains erupt from dusty concrete squares and suddenly the city air is filled with alfresco theatre, music and art.  You can fill your extra-long days and balmy nights with visits to incredible art exhibitions, iconic attractions, secret spots, world-beating theatre, stunning parks and still barely feel like you’ve scratched the surface. And that’s before you factor in all those historic London pubs, the latest must-visit restaurants and vibrant LGBTQ+ venues. And if you need somewhere to stay? Check out London’s best hotels or Airbnbs. This London bucket list (curated by our editors and always hotly debated in the Time Out office) is a good place to start because exploring this city can be a little daunting. There’s something for everyone her

It's time to dust off the suitcase, set your out of office and enjoy a well-deserved break. Yes, you could jet off to somewhere tropical – but why would you want to when the UK has so many incredible spots? On our little ol' island, you'll find quite the variety of climates and environments, from the coastlines of Pembrokeshire and the downright gorgeous Lake District. Whether it's the countryside, forests or secluded sandy beaches you're after, there are endless opportunities to explore the country, as we’ve rounded up some of the best Airbnbs in the UK right here. You're welcome. RECOMMENDED:🏊 Dreamy UK holiday cottages with swimming pools 💕 The best romantic weekend getaways in the UK 🪵 Amazing cabins and cottages in the UK 🏛️ Incredible UK buildings where you can stay the night 🧘 The best wellbeing breaks and yoga retreats in the UK This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, click here.

Sometimes it all gets a bit too much, and that’s why it’s alright to ‘treat yo self’ every once in a while. Taking care of your body and mind will help you find balance in the chaos of everyday life – so what better way to reset than indulging in a dedicated wellbeing break or yoga retreat?  From digital detoxes and seasonal cleanses to mindfulness classes and attentive yoga workshops, the sheer range of wellness options across the UK is pretty impressive. But if you’re finding that choice a bit overwhelming, please don’t stress: we’ve done the work for you and have handpicked a selection of the absolute best yoga and wellness retreats in the country. Whatever wellness means to you, all you have to do now is book your trip, pack your bags... and relax.  RECOMMENDED:💕 The best romantic weekend getaways in the UK☕ Tiny, cosy cottages you can book in the UK🌳 11 incredible treehouses you can book in the UK🪂 The best extreme outdoor activity breaks in the UK🏞️ The most beautiful national parks in the UK

It’s hard to beat the surprise splashes of purple that litter the landscape when lavender season arrives. The fragrant, bee-friendly flower is usually at its best from early June to late August across the UK – meaning you have a nice long window to plan a visit to one of the stunning lavender fields gracing the countryside.  While being known for its various shades of purple – from pale violet and bright azure to deep, dusky indigo – don’t forget that this flower is not only a pretty face. Lavender fields burst with that distinct soothing perfume we all know and love, offering up a sensory feast of colour and smells when fields are in full bloom. Many lavender farms are open to visitors throughout summer in England, Scotland and Wales, providing an Insta-worthy photo opp for anyone who fancies a frolic among their fields. What’s more, the plants are harvested for their oils and used in everything from soap and aromatherapy to food products, and many farms will sell a selection of sweet-smelling souvenirs for you to take home and enjoy.  With bluebell season and wisteria season been and gone, it’s time to get ready for another splash of blue. Don’t miss out: we’ve put together 12 lush lavendar fields in the UK for you to enjoy. Just watch out for the bees!  RECOMMENDED:🍂 The best places to see autumn leaves🌸 Where to see wisteria in the UK💙 The UK’s top spots for bluebells✨ The underrated wonders of the UK📸 The most Instagrammed villages in the UK

The last few years have been difficult for holidaymakers, to say the least. A relentless cocktail of lockdowns, travel restrictions and airport chaos has added a new layer of stress to trips abroad – as if it wasn’t bad enough already. As a result, more and more people have found themselves holidaying closer to home, getting to know the UK in a way that they never previously considered. Sure, the UK might be small, but when it comes to amazing landscapes, world-class attractions and a good old-fashioned pub, this place takes some beating. With that in mind, where are the best places to travel in the UK in 2022? Good question, one we’re more than happy to take a stab at answering. British staycations have never been more appealing, but one doesn’t need excuses for visiting the national parks, enchanting cities and remote islands that this country has to offer. This is the best of the UK for 2022 – prepare to fall in love all over again. RECOMMENDED:🧙 Magical and mystical places in the UK🏰 The 13 best castles in the UK🏛️ Incredible UK buildings where you can stay the night 🏞️ The most beautiful national parks in the UK🌼 The best places to see wildflowers in the UK

‘This is where I got given the Freedom of Islington.’ It’s a sunny Monday afternoon in North London, and Alex Scott – former Arsenal and England footballer, BBC super-pundit and holder of the Freedom of the Borough – is pointing a casual, gel-tipped finger up at Upper Street’s grand old town hall.  We’ve just passed the Grade II-listed building on the way to the nearby River Walk, the secondary location for today’s Time Out cover shoot. It’s a shoot that clearly holds a special meaning for self-professed ‘true Londoner’ who, it later transpires, grew up reading the listings in this very magazine. And yet she remains characteristically casual as she offhandedly points out the place where she picked up one of the lesser-known trophies amassed over a positively glittering career.  ‘I think when you're a Londoner, sometimes you don’t appreciate enough what's right on your doorstep and I think I've found over the last couple of years that I'm appreciating home more,’ she enthuses later on as we debrief post-shoot, conveniently glossing over the part where we saw a rat bobbing around in the water next to a discarded Coke can.  You wouldn’t know from her demeanour that today is the start of a pretty major week for Scott. We’re two days out from the opening game of the 2022 Women’s Euros, a tournament which the 37-year-old presenter from Poplar has had a hand in making happen, and one for which she’ll be heading up a good chunk of the BBC’s coverage over the next few weeks. The signi

From parks and museums to play areas and activity centres, when it comes to entertaining little ones London has plenty to offer. But every now and then it’s good to get out of the city. So whether you’ve got a weekend, half term or summer holiday to fill, you’ll find lots of fun ideas for animal lovers, daring adventurers and little ones who just love to run about in the great outdoors on this list. From ancient castles and retro theme parks to enchanted trains and real-life steam engines, these family-friendly day trips are all within easy reach of London.  RECOMMENDED: The best day trips from London

The summer edition of this classy boozathon this year takes place in Bloomsbury’s Bedford Square Gardens, where 20 of the city's best bars will be on hand to serve up the makings of a great weekend. Enjoy a complimentary welcome drink on arrival, then start exploring creative concoctions from a star-studded roster of top mixologists. Funkidory, Coupette, Bourne & Hollingsworth, Calloh Callay and Homeboy are just a handful of the celebrated London bars on the line-up, while guests will also be able to check out live music, street food, ice carvings, and shuffleboard within the picturesque private gardens. 

Carnaby Street’s bars, restaurants and retailers are coming together for this fortnight-long summer festival featuring creative workshops, giveaways, live musical performances and loads of great retail and dining offers. A pop-up on Foubert’s Place will host free workshops where you can learn new skills ranging from life-drawing and pottery painting to candle making and kokedama workshops (booking required) while visitors can also get their hands on loads of freebies, including a free water bottle in Just Hype, Korean ice cream cups in Korean Dinner Party and even a free piercing in Metal Morphosis. Head down to the central London shopping hotspot on Thursday evenings to catch live bands, and then finish up by checking out special menus and great deals at 14 different bars and restaurants on the street including Dishoom, Shoryu, Mamma Pastrama and Kanada-Ya. 

Organised by a host of London-based South Asian creatives including club night No ID and collective Daytimers, this festival made history when it debuted last September with a line-up exclusively dedicated to South Asian artists, winning a nomination for Best Boutique Festival from DJ Mag in the process. It returns to Uplands Business Park for its third edition with a line-up featuring the likes of Panjabi Hit Squad, D-Malice, Cousins, DJ Mimi and Weirdo Zine playing across six stages, alongside poetry sets, dance performances and even a bit of chess. 

This globetrotting queer party has popped up at some of the world’s most famous clubs since it first launched at the Ministry of Sound in 2018. It returns to fabric for an epic Pride in London afters featuring a headline set from Maya Jane Coles alongside appearances from London LGBTQ+ party scene regulars Lucia Blayke, Lewis G. Burton, Jaye Ward and Hannah Holland.

The legendary gig venue Koko hosts this kiki in support of London’s new Queer Britain museum and trans+ charity Not a Phase. Expect jaw-dropping death drops, killer vogue moves and loquacious lyrical flows from ‘Pose’ writer and ballroom pioneer Jack Mizrahi, who MCs alongside drag performer Jonny Woo and trans writer and activist Shon Faye.

Counting down the days until ’22/’23 footie season begins? This Design Museum late will help sate your appetite for fantasy league banter and transfer gossip. Curated by Justin Hammond and Time Out’s own Eddy Frankel – the duo behind art ’n’ footie magazine OOF – it features Juno Calypso chatting about her football-focused photography series, Hannah Kumari performing an excerpt of her play ‘EN-GER-LAND’ and Corbin Shaw creating a piece of art inspired by the culture of footie fandom. Let’s be ’avin you!

A collab between QTIBPOC collectives Fagamuffin, Jungle Kitty, Queer Bruk and the Turner Prize-nominated Black Obsidian Sound System, this epic club night promises afrobeats, dancehall, reggaeton, ballroom and plenty more sounds to get you dancing. The monumental mashup of Pride and Carnival marks both the 50th anniversary of London’s first Pride march and the 60th anniversary of Jamaican independence in August.

One of London’s longest-running queer parties, Horse Meat Disco returns to Camden’s Roundhouse for this big old Pride in London birthday bash. Hot Chip synth wizard Joe Goddard is the big name on the bill, while the London drag scene’s elder stateswoman Lavinia Co-op hosts, alongside a glittering roster of performers including Prinx Silver, and Tete Bang. 

Tottenham crafting collective Quilt Club has spent the past six months stitching a ginormous patchwork quilt big enough to cover an entire warehouse on Overbury Road. And to celebrate the completion of this magnificent specimen, the street’s residents are hosting a knees-up featuring live music, circus performers, a dog show, mural painting and market stalls. Your nan will have a job beating that.

The archives of the Bishopsgate Institute are a treasure trove of LGBTQ+ history with extensive collections of cuttings, badges, and banners – and even a set of wizard’s robes. Lead by Stefan Dickers, the Special Collections and Archives Manager at Bishopsgate Institute and the archivist responsible for developing the Institute’s collection on LGBTQ+ Britain, the 90-minute session will acquaint you with the archives and answer the key question of just how many lesbian pulp fiction novels one library can hold!

LGBTQ+ collective Duckie has been filling the Royal Vauxhall Tavern on Saturday nights since 1995 with a super-fun mix of anything-goes performances and brilliant music – DJ duo the Readers Wifes (sic) play everything from Britpop and Britney, they've even dressed as The Krays. But after 27 years of partying until 4am each weekend, Duckie is bringing its nights to an end. That means in order to get your dose of Duckie magic you can't miss its last ever shows taking place this June and finally finishing on July 2. Over the month, arrive early to catch the often bonkers stage shows, which will feature eccentric acts like Miss High Leg Kick, The Lipsinkers in Residence and Forbidden Dog.

Chat to cancer researchers from the Francis Crick Institute, play with an ‘interactive tumour-like sculpture’ and get some potentially life-saving advice from the Coppafeel Boobettes at this midweek late celebrating the opening of the Science Museum’s new free exhibition ‘Cancer Revolution: Science, Innovation and Hope’. There’ll also be the usual food and bevvie offerings, plus a silent disco and medical pub quiz.

We’re always wanging on about Yard Sale Pizza at Time Out. And they’re not even bribing us with free slices or anything (although if you’re reading this, Yard Sale, it wouldn’t hurt to send a couple of 18 inch-ers to the Time Out office one lunchtime, just sayin’.) The East London gang just happen to be really flipping good at making pizza pies – good enough that you, the London public, crowned them the winner of our inaugural Clash of the Slices competition a few months back – and keep launching dream #collabs (YSP x Dom’s Subs, YSP x Off Menu, YSP x Four Legs) that make even us jaded journos think ‘that sounds quite sick to be fair.’ Now, hot on the heels of a restaurant pop-up with Top Cuvée, they’ve only gone and launched a competition with beloved Vicky Park music festival Field Day, which celebrates its fifteenth anniversary in August with a banging line-up that includes the likes of Daniel Avery, Peggy Gou, Floating Points, Kraftwerk 3D, Heléna Star, Erol Alkan and The Chemical Brothers. Here’s the deal: over the course of June, ten golden stickers will be affixed at random to the bottom of ten Yard Sale pizza boxes. Anyone who finds them will bag some serious swag, including a pair of VIP tickets to the festival, a £100 festival bar tab, £50 to spend on pizzas and loads of swanky merch from both brands.  All you’ve gotta do to be in with a chance of winning all this is order a takeaway pizza between now and 6 July (or when stocks last… so the sooner the better.) Obvio

Abba. Jedward. Bisexual Italian glam rockers maybe or maybe not doing lines under the table. Australia, for some reason. The Eurovision Song Contest truly has it all. The 2022 edition takes place in Turin this weekend, and with London’s bars, cinemas and nightlife venues able to host proper screenings for the first time since 2019, it’s likely to be bigger, camper and more fun-filled than ever. To help you make the most of the occasion, we’ve rounded up the best screening events happening across the city. The smart (and morally aware) money is on Ukrainian rap group Kalush Orchestra this year, of course. Head to Bethnal Green’s famous drag queen-hosted screening Bethnal Green Working Men’s Club is doing its rowdy and irreverent Eurovision screening party. In the main space, drag performers will be hosting a ‘shout-a-long, dance-a-long and boo-a-long’ screening of the song contest complete with ‘Wogan-worthy off-the-cuff commentary’. You have been warned. Downstairs, you’ll find more subdued screenings in two other rooms for those who’d prefer not to miss a single note. Bethnal Green Working Men’s Club. 7pm-2am. From £8. Tickets available on the door.  Scream for your favourites while stuffing your face with fancy cheese After a more sophisticated Eurovision soirée? Hit London Art Bar’s wine and cheese event, where you can gobble a load of proper fancy fromage while cheering on Kosovo or Finland. Guests are encouraged to come in costume with flags in hand, and tickets include

Excellent news, Londoners It’s the fifth of the fifth today, which means Cinco de Mayo celebrations are happening all across the city. Cinco de Mayo, for the uninitiated, is a holiday marking the anniversary of the Mexican army defeating the French at the Battle of Puebla in 1862 during the Mexican-French War. But it’s also a great excuse to feast on Mexican food and smash a couple of margaritas, something which us gringos are more than happy to do at the slightest opportunity. And to help you do just that, we’ve rounded up five cracking Cinco de Mayo events happening in London over the next few days.  Practise your Spanish at a Mexican mezcal tasting Fancy brushing up on your Español? This Cinco de Mayo celebration is a great way to learn a few key phrases. Language class Stripey Spanish is hosting a night of mezcal-fuelled fun where you’ll get to try a selection of artisanal varieties of the agave spirit from small Mexican producers. And you’ll also learn a variety of alcohol-related Spanish phrases in the process, which — let’s be honest — are probably some of the key parts of the language to master if you’re ever going to head off on a Mexican holiday. The event is suitable for beginners and all with up to 6 months of learning. And if you mess up, everyone will just blame it on the a-a-a-a-a-alcohol. The Impact Hub, EC1V 8BR. Thu 5 May. £30. Tickets available online here. Hear some mariachi magic while feasting on enchiladas Covent Garden barbecue restaurant temper is put

From the Natural History Museum to the V&A, the Museum of the Home to the Horniman, London’s museum offering is genuinely world class. But despite this city’s proclivity to open museums around everything from neoliberalism to vaginas, we haven’t ever had one focused on LGBTQ+ history. But it’s not just London that has been lacking in this department. The entire country has, too, which seems like a pretty big oversight when you consider how rich, diverse and endlessly fascinating Britain’s queer history is.  Which is why we were thrilled when a new charity called Queer Britain was founded back in 2018, with the aim of opening the country’s first-ever LGBTQ+ history museum.  After much anticipation following its four-year search for a suitable site, Queer Britain will open at 2 Granary Square on Thursday May 5. Located on the fully accessible ground floor level of the building, which is being leased to Queer Britain by national arts charity Art Fund, the museum will be an inclusive and free-entry space that welcomes everyone regardless of sexuality and gender identity, and celebrates ‘the stories, people and places that are intrinsic to queer community in the UK and beyond’.  Photograph: Queer Britain The museum’s inaugural display has been moulded by Historic Royal Palaces curator and queer history specialist Matthew Storey. ‘Welcome to Queer Britain’ is a small, temporary collection of photographs and artefacts from the growing Queer Britain archive. These will be displayed

It’s a sad day for fans of ‘Eastenders’, as London’s longest-running soap opera today announced that beloved former Albert Square resident June Brown passed away peacefully at home yesterday at the grand age of 95.  Best known for playing the iconic character of Dot Cotton, Brown was one of the east-London-set soap’s longest-running cast members, having appeared in a staggering 2,884 episodes of the show prior to her retirement in 2020. Born in Suffolk in 1927, Brown trained as an actor at the Old Vic Theatre School in Lambeth before taking on a host of television roles including parts in ‘Coronation Street’, ‘Doctor Who’, police drama ‘The Bill’ and cult sci-fi series ‘Survivors’.  She joined the cast of ‘EastEnders’ in 1985 and appeared in the show until 1993, before reprising her role in 1997 and eventually retiring in February 2020.  Over the course of more than 30 years on Albert Square, Brown’s character was responsible for many of the soap’s most iconic moments, including being the victim of a murder plot by her son Nasty Nick and assisting in her terminally ill best friend Ethel’s efforts to end her life with a morphine overdose. Brown also earned a Bafta nomination in 2009 for her appearance in a powerful solo episode of the soap in which Dot delivers an emotional monologue following her husband’s stroke; she was awarded an MBE for services to drama in the same year.  Announcing the news of Brown’s death, an ‘EastEnders’ spokesperson said: ‘There are not enough words

ロンドン自然史博物館からV&A、ミュージアム・オブ・ザ・ホームからホーニマン博物館まで有するロンドンは、博物館が充実していることで世界的に有名だ。新自由主義からヴァギナまで、あらゆるジャンルの博物館を開設してきたこの都市だが、これまでLGBTQ+の歴史に焦点を当てたものはなかった。 それどころか、イギリスにも一つもないのである。この国のクィア史がいかに豊かで多様、そして限りなく魅力的であるかを考えると、これはかなり大きな欠陥のように思われた。 だからこそ2018年、イギリス初のLGBTQ+歴史博物館の開設を目指した、Queer Britainという新しいチャリティー団体が設立された時、我々は感激した。同団体は、4年間にわたる候補地探しを経て2022年初め、キングス・クロスに博物館の場所を確保したことを発表。その後、開館に関する詳細も聞こえて始めていて、感動はさらに増している。 そして、その名も「Queer Britain」というLGBTQ+歴史博物館が、2022年​​5月5日（木）にオープンすることが決定した。博物館が入るのは、アートチャリティー団体であるArt FundがQueer Britainに貸与している建物の1階（番地は、2 Granary Square）。 セクシュアリティーや性自認に関係なく全ての人を歓迎し、「英国やその他の地域のクィアコミュニティに内在する物語、人々、場所」をたたえる施設となることが目指されていて、入場は無料。バリアフリー対応もされている。 Photograph: Queer Britain オープニングを飾る展覧会は、Historic Royal Palacesのキュレーターであり、クィア史の専門家であるマシュー・ストレイがキュレーションする『Welcome to Queer Britain』。拡大する同博物館の収蔵品から写真や品物を集めた、比較的でコンパクトな「コレクション展」となる。 またワインブランド、Madame Fがスポンサードするクィアクリエーティビティーをテーマとしたアートアワード『Madame Prize』の第1回応募作品の上位2人、セディ・リーとポール・ハーフリートによる作品も展示されるという。 『Welcome to Queer Britain』は、 Queer Britainとそのミッションを紹介するために8週間開催。夏には、本格的な展覧会がスタートする予定だ。 原文はこちら 関連記事 『東京、LGBTQ＋フレンドリースポット11選』 『新宿、LGBTQ＋フレンドリースポット27選』 『東京、学びのクィアスポット6選』 『東京レインボープライド』 『東京、セクマイのライフサポートスポット』 東京の最新情報をタイムアウト東京のメールマガジンでチェックしよう。登録はこちら

As a season, spring symbolises rebirth, rejuvenation and renewal. It’s when the days really get longer and the London weather becomes a little friendlier – at least in theory. So, this makes it a perfect time to expand your horizons and start saying yes to the things you passed on in January and February. With this in mind, here’s a guide to some unmissable events taking place in London this spring, from cool cultural happenings to tasty food festivals. Watch a huge star on stage or a high-profile revival After weathering another tricky winter, the London theatre scene is absolutely buzzing this spring with a mix of big-name debuts and feverishly anticipated revivals. Mark Rylance reprises his Olivier and Tony-winning turn in ‘Jerusalem’, Jez Butterworth’s wickedly funny modern classic. Jodie Comer makes her West End debut in ‘Prima Facie’, a hard-hitting monologue with music by recent Time Out cover star Self Esteem. Photograph: Jodie Comer in ‘Prima Facie’ by Helen Murray Amy Adams also makes her West End debut, in a revival of Tennessee Williams’ early masterpiece ‘The Glass Menagerie’.‘Six’ director Lucy Moss steers the first major revival of ‘Legally Blonde the Musical’, taking place at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre.Dubbed ‘Sexy Oklahoma’, US director Daniel Fish’s radically inclusive take on the classic Rodgers & Hammerstein musical ‘Oklahoma!’ finally hits London. Tempt your tastebuds at a food fest or buzzy bar opening Now that the weather is warming up a bit, it’s

After two years of online-only action, the UK’s biggest festival of LGBTQ+ films is back IRL for its 36th edition this March, and we’re really, reeeeally looking forward to it. This year’s packed programme features six world premieres, 56 features and 84 shorts hailing from 42 different countries, most of which will be screened in-person at the BFI Southbank, with a small selection available to view online for free. As usual, to help you navigate your way round the epic list of flicks, the programme has been split into a few different strands. There’s the Hearts strand, which features films about love, romance and relationships of all kinds. There’s Bodies, exploring sex, identity and physical transformation. And there’s Mind, reflecting on art, politics and community.  But that ain’t all! On top of that you’ve got the opening and closing night galas, several different collections of short films and a host of cracking events ranging from panel discussions to DJ nights. There’ll also be another chance to catch some of the best queer cinema released in the last year, including Pedro Almodóvar’s latest masterpiece Parallel Mothers and Jonas Poher Rasmussen’s stirring animated documentary Flee.  With such a massive wealth of brilliant movies to see during the ten-day festival, you may well be at a loss as to what you should be booking. So here five excellent picks that you can still nab tickets for in case you need some inspiration:  This Is Not MeTwo young Iranian trans men begi

Confession: nobody in the Time Out office is doing any work this afternoon. And it’s not because we’ve all been blown into a distant hedgerow in Zone 7 while trying to make it into our Covent Garden office. It’s not even because we’re all busy desperately checking Citymapper to see if we’re going to be stranded here until Storm Eunice chills the fuck out.  Nope. The fast-paced world of curating ‘Things to Do in London this weekend’ has been completely derailed by a livestream of planes trying to land at Heathrow. If you’re not On Twitter, you might not be aware of the Big Jet TV. Allow us to fill you in.  At the time of writing, nearly 200,000 people are hooked to the anonymous YouTube channel, which is streaming live from the arrivals runway at London’s largest airport as pilot after pilot attempts the butt-clenching descent onto runway 27L in crosswinds of up to 70mph. It’s stomach-churning stuff, made all the more dramatic by the anonymous host’s hilarious running commentary. ‘AH, LOOK AT THAT!’ he yells, voice muffled by wind crackling in his microphone.  From the enthusiasm in his voice, you can tell that this might just be the best day of this aviation enthusiast’s life. This is bigger than that time when that mystery drone ruined a load of people’s Christmas holidays. And we can understand why. Several members of the Time Out editorial team burst into spontaneous applause just a few minutes ago when an Emirates A380 (the biggest aircraft in the world!) managed to touch

Sad news, friends: the pink has finally been sunk! After 13 years together, during which they’ve sold 150,000 tickets to their events, collaborated with the likes of Pink, Little Mix and Mel C and performed everywhere from Glastonbury to Times Square, iconic LGBTQ+ party collective Sink the Pink have announced that their next event will be their last.  Formed by best pals Amy Zing and Glyn Fussell back in 2008 in response to ‘too many bland and non-inclusive nights out’, the collective can genuinely claim to be pioneers of London’s contemporary queer nightlife scene, having gone from humble beginnings in east London working men’s clubs to touring more than 20 countries, co-founding the gloriously camp south London pop festival Mighty Hoopla and, of course, starring on the cover of Time Out’s Pride issue for their tenth anniversary in 2018.  Photograph: Scott Chasserot Speaking about the decision, Fussell said, ‘No party can last forever. Sink the Pink has achieved more than we could ever have hoped for, so we feel it’s the right time to hang up our heels and make way for a new generation of queer London to shine through.’ The collective have promised ‘to continue to work with artists and brands to help make the world a little brighter’ and will also continue to be part of Mighty Hoopla, which returns over two days in June with a line-up featuring the likes of Sugababes, Anastacia, Steps, Jessie Ware and Self Esteem.  But as far as club nights go, the Sink the Pink Farewell

Diversity in the music industry has become a pretty hot topic in recent years. These days it feels like barely a month goes by without another festival being (rightfully!) called out for a woeful lack of non-white, non-cis or non-male artists on its line-up. But as much as it’s great to see people talking about diversity and representation, it sometimes feels like actual, measurable change happens at a pretty glacial pace. Which is why we’re pumped about the arrival of Risen, a brand new one-day electronic music festival happening in venues around Hackney Wick on Saturday April 9. Billed as a celebration of ’the divine feminine’, Risen features a programme made up exclusively of female, trans and non-binary artists. Amazing, right? And it’s a properly exciting line-up too, featuring loads of London’s most hyped emerging DJs and music collectives across the dance music spectrum. Female DJs Girls Don’t Sync will be there. Peckham-based radio station Foundation FM will be putting in an appearance. Intervention founder Ifeoluwa, Bristol-based DJ workshop crew Mix Nights and Parisian female-only record label RA+RE will all be rocking up in east London for the occasion.  It’s basically set to be a massive celebration of the wealth of female talent within London’s electronic music scene and beyond, and we reckon it’s a huge step forward when it comes to making nightlife and festival line-ups a bit more representative of the diverse range of people who attend them and help put them o

The BRIT Awards have given us plenty of memorable moments over the years. There was Stormzy calling out Theresa May’s inaction over Grenfell. There was Geri’s Union Jack dress and Alex Turner’s bizarre ‘rock ’n’ roll’ speech. There was Adele’s mic getting cut off, Kanye’s entire performance being muted and the time (who could forget?) when Madonna absolutely stacked it down some stairs. Oh, and the time Jarvis did a one-man stage invasion during a creepy Michael Jackson performance. But as fun as all those iconic moments were, most of us had to watch all them on the telly instead of actually being right there in the room, mixing with the UK music industry elite. Not any more, though, because this February, we Londoners have a chance to experience our own unforgettable BRITs moments live in the flesh at a series of charity gigs around the city.  BRIT nominees past and present will be performing at intimate London venues like Omeara, Lafayette, EartH and The Troxy to raise funds for War Child, a charity which supports children in wartorn parts of the world. There are nine gigs in total, with Anne-Marie, Bastille, Joy Crookes, Maisie Peters, Becky Hill, Fontaines DC, Mimi Webb, Craig David’s TS5 and Damon Albarn all performing between February 1 and 20.  And to be in with a chance of bagging tickets to your chosen show, all you have to do is donate a fiver to the charity’s stellar work via the competition website. You can enter as many times as you like, too, safe in the knowled