 | Become a London architecture aficionado
Baroque palaces, Brutalist skyscrapers, an old petrol station inspired by Japanese pagodas… London is home to all sorts of iconic buildings. But how much do you really know about them? Our archive offers a crash course on the capital’s architecture, from guides to help you spot the differences between different eras, to deep dives on structures of historical or cultural importance. So you’ll look like a right smarty pants on your next stroll through the city.
Learn how to tell Tudor buildings from medieval ones or Georgian from Victorian. More into 20th century design? Discover London’s hidden art deco gems, experience the whimsy of postmodernism, and marvel (or baulk) at the austere beauty of brutalism. We’ve even mapped out the work of architects like Sir Christopher Wren (fancy churches), to Leslie Green (those iconic oxblood tube stations). But if that’s a bit niche for your taste, you could just spend the day ogling miscellaneous architectural oddities instead.
Once you’ve worked your way through all of that, you should be in prime position to take our London architecture quiz! Give a go via the big blue button |
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|  | Wandsworth Arts Fringe Is Back
Sanskrit opera. Peruvian dance workshops. A one-woman show in a secret treasure trove of art. These are just some of the highlights of Wandsworth Arts Fringe, which runs 9 to 25 June across multiple venues in the south west London borough. |
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 | The Best Exhibitions This May
From ancient Persian bling to amphibious sculptures at Gloucester Road tube station, there's all sorts of art to soak up in May. Click below to discover the must-see shows of the month, according to our art critic.
Image © Todor Dimitrov, National Museum of History, Bulgaria |
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 | An Epic Historical Romance
A spectacular stage adaptation of a Nobel Prize-winning novel is coming to the London Palladium for one night only on 7 May. Doctor Zhivago in Concert is an epic romance with a soaring score by two-time Grammy winner and Tony nominee Lucy Simon. We've got tickets from £18. |
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 | Super Speedy Omakase
You've not got long left to visit Sushi on Jones in King's Cross! This rave-reviewed, NYC-born sushi bar moves to a bigger venue this summer, so check out this more intimate spot while you can. It serves up 12 courses of high quality sushi in just 45 minutes, for £48. |
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 | Could You Escape Jigsaw?
Here's an immersive experience-escape room hybrid that horror fans will love. Saw: Escape Experience promises to test your mind, your mettle, and your moral compass as you attempt to escape the clutches of the Jigsaw Killer. Book by 28 May to save up to 46% on tickets, if you dare... |
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 | A Very Special Car Boot Sale
Selfridges Car Park is the place for bargain-loving fashionistas to be on 20 May! Find past-season and second-hand designer treasures at the #SheInspiresMe Car Boot Sale, with all funds raised going to Women for Women International, a charity which supports female survivors of war. |
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