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London's hidden wonders

16.10.09

Candida Lycett Green has spent a lifetime seeking out hidden wonders all over England. Here she reveals three of the most magical and surprising oases in the capital... more

Dock Kitchen is a pop-up that's staying put

15.10.09

The Sri Lankan dinner at Dock Kitchen was masterful. Fay Maschler asked for seconds. ... more

Not your average East End punter

24.07.09

It is a quintessentially English pursuit usually associated with an afternoon messing around on the Cam or the Cherwell... more

The 10-marathon river stretch

24.06.09

Dozens of people set off to run 10 marathons in three days, fuelled only by snatches of sleep, marmite sandwiches and rice pudding... more

Back to nature, in the heart of the city

24.04.09

The sun is out and it's time to get outdoors and feed our jaded urban souls with the wonders of nature. But what is a Londoner to do?... more

London gets first canal taxi service

22.08.08

London's first canal taxi service starts this weekend... more

Florence times his run to perfection

12.08.08

Scot produces the slalom of his life in the final round to take a surprise silver medal... more

Hotspots for great alfresco dining

23.07.08

As London gets set for a heatwave, we round up the best spots for an outdoor feast. From parks to theatres, make the most of the sun. ... more

Easter in the city

19.03.08

With a four-day weekend ahead, we've compiled dozens of cracking ideas for a great Bank Holiday Break.... more

Life as we know it

31.05.07

Alice Neel's Cycle Of Life shows a portraitist with real insight and humanity, and an endearingly quirky sensibility, says Fisun Guner.... more

The ultimate pub guide

20.12.06

Kate Moss has decreed that pubs beat parties, clubs or bars. Luckily, London has a fantastic array of watering holes. Here we select the best places to huddle this Christmas.... more

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Sky News is currently recruiting students as reporters for its coverage of next year's general election. However, the opportunity doesn't quite seem so appealing

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