Busy London: A Push, Pull and Slide Book (Campbell London, 15)

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What's the vibe?Established by Heavenly Records at the end of the '90s,this bar has beena nightlife hub ever since. Lovely booths upstairs make you feel a little fancy even if you're just sinking pints and arguing about indie music. It’s a bit of a hidden gem, but Holland park even has its own opera auditorium! Opera Holland Park host shows year-round, but the highlight is most definitely the two-month summer festival that runs from June to August. Why not enjoy this green space with music and wine? Aldwych, which runs by the Strand and between Temple and Holborn Tube stations, has been closed between Waterloo Bridge and Kingsway. From beautiful gardens to historical parks, London has many inviting green spaces to visit. In fact, 40% of London is green spaces – you just need to know where to go! This post lists everything from the best wildlife walks and woodland trails to enchanting flower beds and grand parks. A major motorway will be closed for ‘several hours’ following a serious crash in which a man has died.

What’s the vibe? Yes, it’s another take on the old Prohibition theme, but it’s classy as hell (Jason Atherton’s at the helm). Rich, dark oak furnishings and white marble features (and even a mirrored ceiling) juxtapose playful, decorative drinks. Think ‘Bugsy Malone’ for grown-ups and you’re about there. Within this skyscraper are three tiers of landscaped gardens with different themes. Immerse yourself in a prehistoric forest comprised of tree ferns, fig trees, and flowering plants from the Mediterranean and South Africa. I’ve been living abroad full-time for the past five years, mostly in Australia and New Zealand alongside solo travel adventures in Asia, the UK, The Balkans and beyond.After the war, it was decided not to rebuild the church, turning it into a garden instead. Today, sitting in the garden gives some welcome peace from the busy streets around. The nave is filled with trees and shady places to sit, and fragrant star jasmine grows around the old arched windows. Given the likely demand on public transport within London during this period, passengers may wish to consider walking to their final destinations within the capital, if practical and possible. Some road closures will also be in place. Due to road closures, some bus services will be diverted or will stop short of their destination, and some may be running a reduced service. As Her Majesty's coffin travels to London to lay-in-state at the Palace of Westminster, it is expected that we willsee unprecedented travel demand in the capital, especially from Wednesday 14 September. When to visit:Whenan Indian summeris in the air – a big beer garden is accommodating and the beers can be easily classified as ‘sessionable’.

This area has the most extensive collection of roses in London, with around 12000 plants and at least 85 different varieties. There is everything from sizeable scented tea roses to delicate climbing roses. The fragrance in the summer months is fantastic. London Underground will run as normal; however, some stations will be busier than usual, and some short-term safety measures such as queuing, closures, non-stopping trains or changes to the way customers enter or exit a station may be necessary. That is no longer possible. Last week Mr O’Garro and his first and only witness were arrest on suspicion of perverting the course of justice. Greenwich is also home to some of the best claims to fame out of all the London Parks. The ‘Prime Meridian’ line marks Time itself: specifically, Greenwich Meantime. Find it next to the Observatory, from where you can also visit the Peter Harrison Planetarium.

When to visit: For serious, considered whisky drinking given a fun edge. Nightcaps never tasted so good. When to visit: When you tire of crawling along this famous hoppy stretch of London, make this jumbo HQ your one-stop shop. When to visit: On rare sunny days in London – it’s only open in the summer months. Just be mindful: the rest of London may have the same idea. The M4 is currently closed in both directions near to the Cranford Park Interchange after a car overturned between junctions 2 and 4 at around 11.39am.

The Green Chain Walk is the perfect escape for anyone wanting to explore London beyond the tourist traps and an excellent way for South Londoners to unwind. What's the vibe? Part of the Brasserie Zédel complex,Bar Américain is one of the loveliest bars in London, with an art deco look that’s changed little in decades of its existence. TikTok prankster Mizzy has been arrested on suspicion of perverting the course of justice, a court has heard. What’s the vibe? It’s always la dolce vita at Bar Termini, with Continental-style service and Italian aperitifs (and espressos). Lively and always busy, but quiet because of its size, the minute setting offers the rare luxury of peace and quiet in central London.What’s the vibe? Off the wall. Imagine your nan’s front room and times it by ten. And throw in a load of Princess Di and Pat Butcher memorabilia. You’re part-way there to the weirdest trip of a bar in south London. When to visit:Hit up the bar after dinner for a groovy nightcap and a chat with fun regulars. Currently, the bar also serves as a shop, selling local produce and vinyl records. The quieter times on public transport vary between weekdays and weekends and between stations, lines and services. A walk through the park reveals several exciting attractions. These include the Albert Memorial, the Serpentine Gallery, and the Italy Garden, with its historic water basins, fountains, and sculptures. Families with children should also visit the Diana Memorial Playground, where a large wooden ship invites them to play.