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Backlash at 'stupid' Hampstead Heath swimmers 'ruining it for everyone"
3+ hour, 31+ min ago (797+ words) After blistering heat saw Londoners flock to Hampstead Heath and swim in wildlife ponds, locals have spoken out about the threat it poses to the Heath that is home for a range of wildlife As a sweltering heatwave hit London…...
Changes to plans to pump treated wastewater into Thames 'more disruptive"
19+ hour, 27+ min ago (831+ words) Campaigners have raised concerns about proposed changes to Thames Water's controversial project for South West London Campaigners have said changes to plans to pump treated wastewater into the River Thames in South West London would be more disruptive. Thames Water…...
Hampstead Heath swimming rules and penalties for breaking them after swimmers warned of possible arrests
2+ day, 16+ min ago (329+ words) My London Hampstead Heath swimming rules and penalties for breaking them after swimmers warned of possible arrests Footage taken earlier this week showed swimmers disturbing wildlife Swimming is only permitted in three ponds on the Heath(Image: CARLOS JASSO, AFP…...
Chemistry is key for Cheridene Green ahead of Glasgow 2026
2+ day, 19+ hour ago (349+ words) For Cheridene Green, rediscovering the team chemistry from 2022 may provide the golden touch for Team England's 3x3 basketball team at the Commonwealth Games. The women's side claimed a valiant silver medal in Birmingham, falling agonisingly short of glory in a 14-13 final…...
New Canary Wharf lido opening date and look inside as Londoners react online
3+ day, 18+ hour ago (417+ words) The six-lane lido will float in Eden Dock(Image: CWG / Sea Lanes) London's lidos have been bustling this week in the heat, with some even reporting queues around the block lasting over an hour. With that in mind, East London's…...
The underrated East London park with a boating lake great for a peaceful picnic
1+ week, 3+ day ago (335+ words) It's a tranquil paradise in the warmer weather(Image: Kayco via Getty Images) With the spring sunshine making its long-awaited comeback, there's no better way to appreciate London than by exploring its magnificent parks and green spaces. London is a…...
The free East London splash park perfect for families to cool off this weekend
1+ week, 3+ day ago (387+ words) The fountains are right next to the Olympic stadium(Image: LEON NEAL, AFP via Getty Images) With the sunshine finally back, Londoners are no doubt searching for the best places for kids to cool off in this weekend's warm weather....
The Central London lido tucked away behind shops that "feels like a secret
1+ week, 2+ day ago (375+ words) The lido is the perfect spot for a summer swim(Image: Matt Brown) With temperatures due to hit 30 C this weekend, plenty of Londoners will be looking for the best way to cool off - and an outdoor swim is no…...
First free River Thames bathing site opens - just in time for heatwave
1+ week, 1+ day ago (350+ words) A River Thames bathing site is opening in West London - which the council says is London's first official river bathing water site. The bathing spot at Ham and Kingston in Richmond is among 13 new sites to open as the official…...
Hampstead Heath ponds 'should remain trans-inclusive' - with privacy upgrades
2+ week, 2+ day ago (394+ words) Hampstead Heath has three ponds: the Kenwood Ladies', Highgate Men's and a mixed area....