Magic in the Mews

A Flourishing Lane of Pots, Plants, and Community Spirit

"To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow" – Audrey Hepburn

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Blooming geraniums in window boxes - Shutterstock

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In today’s email: 

• Magic in the Mews

• A Walk between Two Worlds

• Around The Web: Visit Walthamstow Wetlands ;Thrill Seekers' Ultimate Challenge; Visitors guide to Royal Palaces, Castles and Residences in the UK and more.

• From Social Media - The Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) in London

• Yum Recipes - How to Make an Easy Traditional British Pork Pie

• Extra - London walk - Tottenham Court Road, Fitzroy Square Garden to Warren Mews

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Magic in the Mews

Just steps from the lively streets of Tottenham Court Road lies the surprising charm of Warren Mews, a secret garden oasis bursting with colour and creativity. Here, potted paradise flowers, blooming geraniums in window boxes, and thriving olive trees line the cobbled lane. What makes it truly remarkable is that none of these plants grow in soil—they all flourish in containers. Inspired by Australian gardening styles, this unique display of urban greening brings vibrant life to a narrow London street. Dandelions growing between the cracks are not weeded out but welcomed, watered, and celebrated.

Spearheaded by resident Rebecca Hossack, the transformation has inspired neighbours to join in. Now the entire mews is filled with leafy brilliance. Visitors can enjoy homemade teas and cakes during open garden days, supporting the National Garden Scheme. A perfect spot for a peaceful stroll and a little inspiration

Dandelions growing between the cracks - Shutterstock

A Walk between Two Worlds

Stand beneath the mighty dome of St Paul’s Cathedral and you’ll feel history pressing in from every corner. Step outside, walk a few metres, and cross the Thames on a sleek steel bridge—suddenly, you’re facing a modern art powerhouse inside a repurposed power station. This is Millennium Bridge: not just a footpath, but a symbolic crossing between old and new London.

This walk is short in distance but rich in contrasts—stone and steel, domes and chimneys, chapels and turbines. It’s a journey through time, linking Sir Christopher Wren’s baroque masterpiece to the bold, industrial Tate Modern. And in between, the skyline opens wide

Millennium Bridge and St. Paul's Cathedral in London - Shutterstock

Around The Web

Visit Walthamstow Wetlands

Welcome to Walthamstow Wetlands, a huge, internationally important reserve. Just 15 minutes from central London, and free to visit, you will find a unique haven to explore, enjoy and connect with nature

Thrill Seekers' Ultimate Challenge

Experience the ultimate adrenaline rush with a 42-meter descent from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Roof. Choose to abseil backwards or face-first for an unforgettable, gravity-defying adventure

A Place Full of Stories

Bruce Castle Museum and Archive, a magnificent 16th century manor house, works with creatives to tell stories of innovation, migration, radicalism and resilience

Door-to-Door Poetry in Tottenham

A poet sets out to prove a sceptical audience wrong by visiting London’s canal boats to share his craft. The journey begins at Tottenham Lock, a vibrant community with diverse residents, despite concerns about whether Londoners would engage

A spotlight on London's Pasero

Found yourself around North London without Pasero on your list? You’re seriously missing out. Residing in South Tottenham, Pasero is one of those spots that just feels like home the moment you walk in

Visitors guide to Royal Palaces, Castles and Residences in the UK

The United Kingdom is home to some of the most iconic royal palaces, castles and residences in the world. From the towering turrets of Windsor Castle to the elegant interiors of Buckingham Palace, these historic buildings offer a glimpse into the lives of Britain’s royal family.

Buckingham Palace - Love to Visit London

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From Social Media

The Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) in London is the world's largest museum of decorative arts

Yum

How to Make an Easy Traditional British Pork Pie

Extra 

London walk - Tottenham Court Road, Fitzroy Square Garden to Warren Mews

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