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  • jennyfood39
    Dublin, Ireland48 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing, delicious stalls with delicious foods and displays , would stay all day . Staff were so friendly and helpful and happy. Great to see happy staff x
    Written 12 February 2025
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  • clareturner73
    Gloucester, UK224 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We come to London once a year. This year (feb 2025 for my bday)
    We visited Camden & markets each time. Everything there slightly changes each time. But now I feel bored with it.

    The shops are looking tired. Same stuff.
    Think it's time for a change. Edinburgh thinks it's time we visit.
    Written 11 February 2025
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  • Linzi Woolford
    London, UK52 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Charlotte Tilburys Magical beauty spa. Enjoyed the ultimate magical facial in the private room. The spa is a fantastic place to be spoilt. With a great choice of skincare and makeup. Visited the Piazza, popped into Penhaligons to one of my favourite perfumery’s. Bought some Jasmine and English Rose tea from whittards of chelsea so refreshing. So many lovely shops and stalls in the piazza, well worth the visit. Also so many great restaurants to visit, Rules is one of my favourites lots of choices of game as well as great oysters, puddings and Pies. A night at the Royal opera house to watch the ballet and dinner there is a great evening out.
    Written 10 February 2025
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  • Sue M
    5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fabulous experience! Was a brilliant afternoon! We were there for over 3 hours - helped I think by the fact we went on a quiet weekday afternoon as apparently it can get very busy at the weekend.
    The whole venue is great, a really nice cafe with reasonable prices and the cleanest toilets I have ever seen whilst out!!
    Would definitely recommend for families or couples alike.
    Written 7 February 2025
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  • Yasmin
    4 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Visiting Harrods for the first time exceeded my expectations, it was very spacious inside, including many things to admire, including the interior, certain brands, and food options. However, it was really busy and hard to get around due to the Christmas season approaching and people wanting to buy presents rather than experiencing them for the first time. Also, most things were quite expensive.
    Written 21 January 2025
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  • Francy Mitchell
    39 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Portobello Market is for you if you like trinkets, endless displays of watches and rings, and little funky knick-knacks. It's a fun but crowded walk up and down the street in a charming neighborhood in London. Knick-knacks are not my thing, but I enjoyed looking at all the bright arrays of colors amongst shiny things. It's worth going at least once, and if you are really into trinkets, you could make a day of it.
    Written 26 December 2024
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  • DrHayley
    17 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Gorgeous store with beautiful products and excellent service. I particularly loved the Christmas decorations. My only criticism was that it was extremely busy with long queues for the (very small) lifts.
    Written 26 November 2024
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  • clareturner73
    Gloucester, UK224 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Found this market at the end of Jack the ripper Walking Tour.
    Visited the following day in daylight.
    Phenomenal. One of the best markets I have visited in years.
    So much under 1 roof. Shops, crafts, food, drink & more.
    Get your Walking shoes on and go find this market. Surrounded by designer shops nearby too.
    Written 11 February 2025
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  • roberto p
    Gallarate, Italy2,420 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Located along The Strand in the Somerset House building, the Courtauld Gallery is a "must" with that room on the first floor that leaves you breathless.

    One after the other: Seurat, Degas, Cezanne, Gaugain, Pissarro, Sisley, Toulouse Laurec, Signac...(surely forgot some).

    Shall i move forward? Of course, because in front of Van Gogh or to the Manet of "Bar aux folies bergeres" you remain enraptured for a long time.

    With the Modigliani's nude alongside.

    Not only impressionist painters, many other thing to watch.

    Here you have to buy ticket, ten pounds good value for two house full immersion in masterpieces.
    Written 20 January 2025
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  • Steviefull
    Kidderminster, UK2,095 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    While walking around Greenwich from the Cutty Sark we walked past this place and decided to pop in.

    Inside a little bit of everything from fashion to art to food, I'm not a moocher but it was a nice little walk around topped off with some kind of chocolatey churros before we left.

    Definitely worth a walk around, you might not buy anything but you will find plenty to look at.
    Written 11 February 2025
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  • MellWard
    Tamworth, UK433 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lovely to walk around and nice architecture. Very busy and touristy. Most things expensive and very designer oriented Christmas shop is open already
    Written 5 September 2024
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  • Ali Almalali
    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates9 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A well-visited shopping mall is located near Holland Park, offering a vast food court with a wide array of international cuisines.
    Written 7 February 2025
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  • John M
    Langley, Canada103 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Well worth a stop if you find yourself in ‘The City’. I visited during the late afternoon when the darkness provided a beautiful contrast to the lighting in the Hall. Lots of places to eat and many pubs that were all quite busy, both inside and out, during my late afternoon visit. I had a pint at the Lamb Tavern to soak up the atmosphere.
    Written 19 January 2025
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  • Mark B
    Heathfield, UK341 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Full disclosure: this building is one of my favourite architectural spaces, a literal powerhouse of giant industrial drama with its brick-built, Art Deco edifice towering over the south bank of the Thames, an imposing imagery most famously associated with Pink Floyd's inflatable pig floating between the iconic white chimneys.

    Built in two halves either side of the Second World War, this "cathedral of power" supplied coal-based energy to London for 4 decades before being decommissioned in the early 80s and eventually falling into ruin. Many plans for redevelopment failed over the years (including one idea of turning it into a theme park!) but it wasn't until 2012 that successful plans began to become reality, and which grew to incorporate a new terminating stop on a branch of the Northern line of the Underground, so it's easy to get to this area using public transport. Parking is trickier but you can find a space if you're willing to pay the price (around £15-20 for 4 to 5 hours).

    Situated close to Battersea Park, a large and diverse open space next to the Thames, the redeveloped area includes bars, restaurants, and a few pop-up spaces that currently include a small exhibit on the history of the power station as well as a fitness room sponsored by Bear Grylls. Because why not?

    The entire area is now bristling with architectural spaces that offer a range of shops and eateries with living spaces towering above. These avenues and walkways curve round the power station and bloom out the south side, forming spaces with enchanting names such as Malaysia Square and Electric Boulevard.

    But the jewel in the crown is still the main building itself. Each of the two turbine halls have been transformed into retail and refreshment spaces nestling amongst entertainment that includes a cinema on the top floor and Lift 109, which will take you to the top of one of the chimneys to see out over the city, at an incredible 109 metres above sea level (thus the name).

    The industrial character of the building is reflected in the gantries that have been left on display, the interior original frontage, and elements such as Control Room B, now a bar that retains the original banks of bakelite switches and dials.

    The only drawback is that this is clearly an expensive place to spend your pounds. A watch shop with security on the door hints at the quality within and even the Apple shop retains the luxurious modern industrial style of the rest of the units. Prices are fairly London standard in the bars and restaurants so don't expect a bargain basement day out, but that's not the point, which is to enjoy a sumptuous experience in the revitalised carcass of one of the most recognisable spaces in the city, if not the world.

    The entire place was spotlessly clean and there were plenty of accessible options to move between floors, even if some of the choices to keep original staircases (now escalators) mean that you end up winding your way round the inside of the turbine hall before being able to get back down to the ground floor.

    If you're looking for a high class shopping experience in a stunning venue, or simply want to marvel at the space, then you can't go wrong here. We went while the Light Festival was on, a variety of neon and colourful outdoor exhibits nestled in the walkways and planting. Maybe top off your visit with a stroll west along the river and past the Peace Pagoda, or through the park to the remains of the Pleasure Gardens from the Festival of Britain. Or just circle back to the grand old edifice itself and marvel at how a billion pound investment can breathe new life into old spaces.
    Written 13 February 2025
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  • suzy a
    6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    IT IS 2024 THANKSGIVING TODAY A NATIONAL HOLIDAY FROM USA and being residents of England we chose to have our meal @Wagamama Wimbledon.... a far cry from the usual food served up to celebrate this day. We were gifted with an amazing cordial staff member SAYESHE and besides the wonderful food we ordered-- we enjoyed likewise her conversation and attention to our needs. Much appreciated. Wagamama is so lucky to have such a bright and amiable person representing their brand..We think Sayeshe will go from strength to strength pursuing her career goals..and she will be another reason that we will come back regularly to this restaurant. Such an enjoyable experience!
    Written 28 November 2024
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