Autumn is almost here and we've rounded up our favourite day trips in Kent near south east London to visit.

Delays are likely on Dagenham Road as water works are carried out between September 12 and September 22.

A crash has closed Ladbroke Grove overnight with buses on diversion.

Two men have bee charged in connection to an investigation into a rape in Hendon.

From visiting the Tower of London to exploring Borough Market, discover the five bucket list items for London you need to do.

I visited Thorpe Park from London and managed to ride every major rollercoaster thanks to one upgrade I'd now always recommend.

Malice Returns is back at Mayfield's Secret Lavender Garden with a pumpkin patch, ghost train, spooky trail and family-friendly Halloween fun.

Michelin-recognised Prince Arthur opens in Chelsea at the end of September, with Basque-inspired dining, live-fire cooking and an upstairs vinyl-led cocktail bar.

Dan Coughlin has a fascination for London's lost landmarks and his YouTube channel brings historic streets back to life with the help of AI.

Discover the Jamaica Wine House, London's first coffee shop, founded in 1652 and now a historic City pub celebrating centuries of London heritage today.

London Stadium could increase concerts and other non-sporting events from 10 to 24 a year under new proposals aimed at reducing annual losses.

A volunteer-run charity operating from a family home in Mottingham says it has helped thousands of children over the years.

History lovers will have a rare chance to explore one of Bromley's most important historic sites this weekend.

A Bromley doctor who engaged in sexually motivated misconduct with two vulnerable patients has been struck off.

A Walthamstow four-bedroom home dating from 1896 is on the market, offering scope for renovation and extension.

A major milestone has been reached in the redevelopment of an accessible housing scheme in part of London.

The long-closed Tottenham pub The Ship is set to reopen after a major refurbishment.

I tried Cocomelt's viral Soho cookies after the London dessert café launched UK-wide delivery. Here's whether they're worth the hype.

NQ64 opens its biggest arcade bar in Soho, London, with 60+ retro games across two floors, pool, darts, gaming cocktails and 1990s-inspired décor.

Police have removed replica weapons from a home in east London this week.

The London Fire Brigade are investigating a range of factors after a man died in a fire at a flat in Blackwall Way, Poplar.

A man has died after a fire broke out at a block of flats in Poplar.

A man in his 50s has been arrested for being in possession of a weapon after reports of an assault in Mare Street, Hackney.

A man in his 50s has been taken to hospital after an assault in Mare Street, Hackney at around 4.40am.

Five McDonald’s employees have raised £4,000 for Ronald McDonald House Camberwell through a sponsored skydive.

A cannabis farm has been discovered during a police response to reports of an aggravated burglary in Croydon.

A crime scene is in place in Mare Street Hackney outside McDonalds and Primark. Blood stains have reportedly been spotted on the floor.

A 17th storey flat in east London, with a woman and child in, was damaged by an early morning fire.

Several tube lines have been disrupted following a series of causes across the tube network today.

Looking for a weekend getaway from London? Discover the Oxfordshire market town of Abingdon for some perfect walks and pub visits.

A MAJOR 573-home development on High Road in Goodmayes has reached official completion, with council leaders and housing partners marking the milestone with a celebratory event and site visit

Train passengers in Lewisham face major disruption this weekend as engineering work closes all lines through the station.

The National Theatre has unveiled its 2027 programme, featuring West Side Story, Paul Mescal, Anton Du Beke and eight world premieres.

A colourful new plaque honouring poet Andrew Marvell and his Highgate cottage will be unveiled at Waterlow Park on October 8.

IKEA is launching a one-night-only unlimited meatball buffet, with IKEA Family members able to eat as many meatballs as they like for £5.

The Museum Tavern in London has unveiled an eight-metre Beer Tapestry celebrating nearly 1,000 years of British brewing history.

BOTB is giving people the chance to win a £1.25 million home in Ealing for just £1, with a £900,000 cash alternative also available.

Southern train passengers face disruption this weekend as engineering works close several lines.

The Royal Observatory Greenwich will close until summer 2027 as work begins on a £77 million transformation ahead of its 350th anniversary.

Shaun Wright-Phillips is swapping football boots for sequins as he takes part in Strictly Come Dancing this year. Here is all to know about his career.

Josh Widdicombe is one of the three new hosts of Strictly Come Dancing. Here’s what we know about Josh and his career so far.

The Ministry of Defence has denied a report that a military jet was the cause of UK airport disruption which saw flights grounded

A Croydon resident has said Norbury is “being treated as a dumping ground for late-night takeaways” as a new chicken shop seeks permission to open until 2am every night.

Sutton's former Argos store is set to become a 38-room HMO with three new shops after plans were approved by the council.

Lewisham Council has approved plans to create its first residential children's home in decades.

A doctor who trained in Nigeria has been barred from practising in the UK after repeatedly lying on various NHS job applications and claiming a ‘virtual assistant’ was responsible for the errors.

A disability charity has announced the closure of its Mottingham shop after saying it is no longer sustainable to continue operating the store.

Some of Lewisham’s smallest businesses are celebrating major recognition after being named finalists in the Mayor of Lewisham Business Awards 2026.

Police are appealing for information following a stabbing that left a man in hospital.

The Piccadilly line has been partially suspended with severe delays following reports of a casualty on the tracks.