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A pedestrian-friendly stroll from one of the city’s coolest corners to the embattled government’s HQ via the waterfront
In these straitened social times, relish the pleasures of eating alone at these venues that positively welcome the solo diner
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The borough is teeming with plant-based menus, from pillowy bao buns to succulent ‘steak’ frites
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Rather than kicking their heels while mass gatherings are on hold, runners are increasingly competing in virtual challenges. But can these match the rush of reaching a finishing line?
Your favourite spaces across the capital for socialising outdoors
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A stroll around Hertfordshire’s cathedral city traverses two millennia, from Roman ruins and a site of Christian martyrdom to a 1930s cinema — via what is reputedly Britain’s oldest pub
The busy ‘wedding’ district conceals a portal to a world of mysterious winding streets that barely feel like Tokyo at all . . .
With many commuters now preferring their bikes to the Tube, FT readers share their tips for staying safe on the road
Long intimidated by the idea of commuting to work by bike, an FT writer takes an urban cycling lesson
From pretty Dulwich Village, to the Picture Gallery and the park, this rural corner of south-east London is perfect for a summer stroll
Café society in the French capital is back to its elegant, exuberant self. From the glamorous to the ultra-hip, here are seven spots for outdoor refreshment
Post-lockdown, Italy’s public swimming pools have reopened — with strict safety measures. But nothing will deter our correspondent from his cherished weekly swims
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From the gig where Coldplay were first spotted, to the antics of Madness, via the drinking dens of Oasis and Amy Winehouse, these North London streets have some serious tales to tell
A stroll around a gentrified corner of North London that takes in cafés, green space and one of the capital’s great Victorian cemeteries
Where to steal away for a few moments of peace, quiet and splendid isolation
This series from FT Globetrotter has tips, workout routines and reflections on staying active during the coronavirus crisis
Grab a rug and head to your local green space. We’ve tracked down some of the city’s finest, pre-packaged al fresco feasts
Even the concrete jungle contains some surprisingly exotic feathered inhabitants. Here is our resident birder’s guide
With our movements more restricted, our focus has sharpened on the neighbourhoods we live in. Here FT writers explore their local area up close
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