Janet Redler Tourism

Chinese New Year, London

The largest New Year celebration outside Asia takes place in London's China Town each year.
The largest New Year celebration outside Asia takes place in London's China Town each year. Enjoy the spectacle of fireworks, processions and dances in traditional Chinese cos… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/events/chinese-new-year-london/

Henry VIII’s lost dagger: from the Tudor Court to the Victorian stage

A mystery dating back to the court of King Henry VIII has inspired a landmark exhibition at Strawberry Hill House in London.
A mystery dating back to the court of King Henry VIII (1491-1547) has inspired a landmark exhibition at Strawberry Hill House in London, which reimagines the extraordinary journey… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/henry-viiis-lost-dagger-tudor-court-victorian-stage/

David Bowie Centre in London opens to the public

V&A East Storehouse has opened its doors to the world-first David Bowie Centre in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in London.
One of David Bowie’s final unrealized projects, an unseen Ziggy Stardust guitar, handwritten lyrics and Bowie’s own costume designs will be displayed for the first time as V&A Eas… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/david-bowie-centre-london-opens-public/

Full steam ahead

On the 200th anniversary of the birth of commercial railways, Sarah Williams-Robbins explores UK railway heritage.
On the 200th anniversary of the birth of commercial railways in the UK, Sarah Williams-Robbins explores our railway heritage. St Olave Jewry garden and hidden tower In a quie… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/full-steam-ahead/

Notting Hill Carnival, London

Every summer since 1966 the streets of West London have come alive with Caribbean sounds and smells at Europe's largest street festival.
Notting Hill Carnival, London Every summer since 1966 the streets of West London have come alive with Caribbean sounds and smells at Europe's largest street festival. If you… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/events/notting-hill-carnival-london/

London Tunnels to showcase history of military intelligence

After 70 years of government secrecy, plans have been revealed to open up the underground WWII shelters in London.
After 70 years of government secrecy, plans have been revealed to open up the mile-long underground WWII shelters in London that inspired James Bond’s Q Branch, and the tunnels ar… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/london-tunnels-showcase-history-military-intelligence/

The Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace celebrates its 200th anniversary

The Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace in London, one of the finest working stables, is celebrating its 200th anniversary.
The Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace in London, one of the finest working stables in existence, is celebrating its 200th anniversary in 2025. The Gold State Coach, 1762, has bee… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/royal-mews-buckingham-palace-celebrates-its-200th-anniversary/

RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival

RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival in London is the world's biggest annual flower show.
RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival in London is the world's biggest annual flower show. Flanking both sides of the Long Water at Hampton Court Palace in London you can enjoy… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/events/rhs-hampton-court-palace-flower-show/

Tate Britain celebrates Turner's 250th birthday with new displays

Tate Britain is celebrating the 250th anniversary of JMW Turner, one of Britain’s greatest artists.
Tate Britain in London is celebrating the 250th anniversary of JMW Turner, one of Britain’s greatest artists, with a new exhibition space dedicated to showcasing his watercolours … https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/tate-britain-celebrates-turners-250th-birthday-new-displays/

Jewels, gems and watches sparkle in major Cartier exhibition

The V&A in London is staging the UK’s first major exhibition in almost 30 years dedicated to Cartier jewels and watches.
The V&A in London is staging the UK’s first major exhibition in almost 30 years dedicated to Cartier jewels and watches, exploring how the Maison became an unparalleled force in t… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/jewels-gems-and-watches-sparkle-major-cartier-exhibition/

RHS Chelsea Flower Show, London

The annual RHS Chelsea Flower Show in London is the place to see cutting-edge garden design, new plants and find ideas to take home.
The Chelsea Flower Show has been held in the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea, London every year since 1913, apart from gaps during the two World Wars. Once Britain's largest… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/events/rhs-chelsea-flower-show/

Intelligence, innovation and joy: Chelsea Flower Show 2025

The world famous RHS Chelsea Flower Show returns on 20th May 2025 with a host of the UK’s top garden designers.
The world famous RHS Chelsea Flower Show returns on 20th May 2025 with a host of the UK’s top garden designers and debut designers set to impress on its Main Avenue. The Avanade… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/intelligence-innovation-and-joy-chelsea-flower-show-2025/

Ceramic poppies return to the Tower of London

The Tower of London marks the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War with a new display.
The Tower of London marked the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War with a new display of ceramic poppies, which is installed at the heart of the historic fortress … https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/ceramic-poppies-return-tower-london/

TCS London Marathon, England

Join thousands of runners and spectators on the streets of London for the TCS London Marathon. Every year, almost 40,000 people run the 26.2-mile marathon through the streets of London.
Join thousands of runners and spectators on the streets of London for the TCS London Marathon. Every year, almost 40,000 people run the 26.2-mile marathon through the streets of L… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/events/virgin-money-london-marathon-england/

Pirates land in Greenwich!

A major new exhibition has opened at the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich and runs until 6 January 2026.
A major new exhibition, which has opened at the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich, London, and runs until 6 January 2026, traces the changing depictions of pirates throughout … https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/pirates-land-greenwich/

The Boat Race, London

The Boat Race is an annual rowing contest between crews from Oxford and Cambridge University Boat Clubs along the River Thames.
The Boat Race is an annual rowing contest between crews from Oxford and Cambridge University Boat Clubs. It takes place along a 4.2-mile tidal stretch of the River Thames in south… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/events/boat-race-london/

VE Day commemorations across the UK

Events will be taking place across the country to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day on 8th May.
8th May 2025 is the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, which marked the end of the Second World War in Europe, and events will be taking place across the country to m… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/ve-day-commemorations-across-uk/

The threads of history

As a new exhibition opens at London's Fashion and Textile Museum, Mr Londoner explores textiles through the ages.
As a new exhibition opens at London's Fashion and Textile Museum, Mr Londoner explores the fascinating story of textiles through the ages. Detail from the dress designed by Davi… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/threads-history/

Heiress: Sargent’s American Portraits - new exhibition at Kenwood in London

Marking the 100th anniversary of the artist’s death, a major new John Singer Sargent exhibition will open at Kenwood in London.
Marking the 100th anniversary of the artist’s death, a major new John Singer Sargent exhibition Heiress: Sargent’s American Portraits will open at Kenwood in Hampstead, London, in… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/heiress-sargents-american-portraits-new-exhibition-kenwood-london1/

Spring in the City

Embrace the joy of springtime in Europe’s greenest capital, says City of London guide Sarah Williams-Robbins.
Embrace the joy of springtime in Europe’s greenest capital, says London resident and City of London guide Sarah Williams-Robbins. St Paul's Cathedral in May London offers some… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/spring-city-london/