Spring-spiration | The London Edition
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It's lighter, it's less chilly and those April Showers are ever present, but it doesn't matter because it means that being outside isn't the least favourable option anymore when making plans.
One of the best things about spring is just the ability to be outdoors again. London has been in hibernation for months, we've all been staying in doors, or sheltering in warm cafés, but now that's about to change...well at least by 50% depending on how much it rains, bur remember, we're focusing on the sun! Rain? What? Who? Never heard of him.
So while we sit here and ghost rain out of our lives, here's a guide to just some of the fab things to do this season in the capital.
| WALKING IN THE CITY |
© The Royal Parks
If you're anything like me and enjoy walking whatever the weather, then this may not be as exciting to you. On the other hand, if your commute over this long drawn-out winter has consisted of nothing but trains, buses and Uber rides, then pack in the gym membership because now is the time to get walking and build those steps up on your pedometer in the spring air. Spending an afternoon strolling around Richmond Park or Hampstead Heath is nothing but wondrous in spring. Not only will you see all the flowers that are budding, but you can actually enjoy being outdoors again. Even if it's just skipping the bus that you take for just those four stops home from the station, or even getting off a stop earlier on the tube, it is worth it to get that spring air into your lungs.
Speaking of budding flowers, if you're like me and go gaga over them, then get booking a ticket to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show! In fact, if you go gaga over flowers then chances are you have probably already been, but it doesn't matter, go again! If you haven't been then all you need to know is that it is the world's most esteemed flower show, showcasing the beauty and power of plants and flowers in all colours, shapes and sizes. Ideal for anyone who likes the outdoors as well as the budding botanists.
| LONDON COFFEE FESTIVAL |
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Now, I'm no coffee drinker, but when there's an event that includes great food and tea all under one roof, then I'm interested! The London Coffee Festival pays tribute to London's vivacious coffee and food scene for industry folk and the coffee enthusiast. Full of artisan coffee, speciality tea and gourmet food, the festival features demonstrations from world-class baristas, live entertainment and workshops. Fancy having a go at creating your own latte art? Then this is the place to be.
Now Prosecco I do drink! Here's a festival solely dedicated to the bubbly goodness, which has this year expanded into a newly built park between Oval Space and The Pickle Factory in East London. With the aim to educate "the new generation of Prosecco drinkers", they'll be producers in the industry, masterclasses to get involved in and well plenty of Prosecco.
| OPEN AIR THEATRE |
© Shakespeare's Globe
With a choice between Shakespeare's Globe and the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, a trip to the theatre is must. Did you know that Regent's Park Open Air Theatre is the one of the largest theatres in London? The cinema trips can be saved for when it's raining but for when the weather is fairly stable, you can go and watch a performance of Hamlet at The Globe or As You Like It and a magical twilight show of Peter Pan at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre. Maybe even slurp on some Prosecco while you're there too.
Now this is something you can either participate in running yourself or going and cheer on those who are participating. The London Marathon is coming, the vibe is electric, 2.62 miles of electric vibes to be exact, with people running for great charities and causes. Usually over 40,000 take part and just going to support those troopers is an experience in itself. Besides, a lot of the major roads will be closed so there's usually a little of difficulty getting around, so you might as well join in the fun!
Go oooonnnn. Put your jacket on, get out and enjoy the city!
Dates
The London Coffee Festival 12th-15th April
RHS Chelsea Flower Show 22nd-26th May
Prosecco Springs 26th -29th April
Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
The Globe Theatre
The London Marathon 22nd April
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