What’s Happening in July?
Discover a full summary of everything happening across London Heritage Quarter this month! From live music with the Nova Sundowner Sessions and a concert at the King’s Chapel of The Savoy, to a limited-time Midsommar Menu at Ole and Steen, there are plenty of activities to get involved with. Events Nova Sundowner Sessions Every […]
London In Bloom and Beyond
On 26 June, we hosted two judges from London in Bloom who assessed Strand Aldwych for the Small Parks Award. The Strand Aldwych scheme is a striking new landscape that brings people in close contact with nature right in the heart of historic, central London. An exemplar of a softer, greener, healthier city that better […]
Temple Gardens User Survey – Results
Temple Gardens User Survey In a recent newsletter we announced the launch of a short survey to find out what visitors to Temple Gardens, the section of Victoria Embankment Gardens immediately adjacent to Temple Underground Station, thought about this urban park. The survey was part of our Healthy Parks programme that focuses on working collaboratively […]
Clean Air Day 2024
20 June 2024 London Heritage Quarter embraces and echoes the support of its four Districts to share information and encourage members to do what they can on Clean Air Day, 20 June. Poor air quality is mostly a result of human activity, specifically local combustion – mainly diesel vehicles and gas boilers. The issue is […]
Summer 2024
London transforms into a vibrant playground during the summer, offering an eclectic mix of activities that cater to all tastes and interests. From outdoor festivals and cultural events to scenic parks and adventurous excursions, the city buzzes with energy and excitement. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Dive […]
Moving More for Mental Health
Moments for Movement How much do you move? Despite having a key impact on our mental health, many of us struggle to move enough. That’s why this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week is focused on exactly that: aiming to help people to find moments for movement in their daily routines. With so much to see […]
Celebrating Migration and Biodiversity
Earth Day 2024 It’s World Migratory Bird Day and International Day for Biological Diversity this month. In this blog post, we take a closer look at each. 11 May: World Migratory Bird Day The methods birds use to migrate are almost unbelievable and include sight, smell and even the Earth’s magnetic field. Many species leave […]
The Future of London Heritage Quarter – Trends up to 2040
London Heritage Quarter have partnered with Arup to assess key trends and developments impacting the area, up to 2040, and to produce recommendations for action. Work and skills in 2040 The number of jobs in Westminster will grow, but not as fast as elsewhere in London. However, Westminster will remain at the centre of London’s […]
#LetsDoFridays
Mayor confirms landmark off-peak Fridays trial to start on 8 March and makes call to Londoners: #LetsDoFridays Pay as you go with contactless and Oyster fares on Tube and rail across London and the Southeast will be off-peak all day on Fridays from 8 March until 31 May 2024, in an initiative that will be […]
YOUTH LEADERSHIP COUNCIL
London Heritage Quarter are currently looking for new members to join our Youth Leadership Council.
People wanted Whitehall
We are delighted to be publishing ‘People Wanted Whitehall’ and to be sharing this vision for the Whitehall area.
WORKING TOGETHER TO TACKLE VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN & GIRLS
In 2023, we held a special operation with the British Transport Police to raise awareness around personal safety when travelling.
