Four courageous Londoners take on a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title attempt for the Longest Marathon Playing Pickleball (doubles) in the City of London next week September 20, 2024 An intense 30-hour game, spanning over two days, this GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title promises more than just a display of exceptional sportsmanship. A fast-growing paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, pickleball is known for being easy to learn, making it accessible to people of all ages and skill levels, while [...]
London Fashion Week Closes with a Unique Sustainable Event September 18, 2024 London Fashion Week 2024 has seen an exciting blend of tradition and innovation. Yesterday, the prestigious fashion week witnessed a unique show, Fashion Frenzee, where sustainable fashion took centre stage as it closed its programme of events. Photo credit: Mickey Lee Fashion Frenzee, delivered by London Heritage Quarter and Central London Alliance CIC in partnership [...]
What’s On in London in September 2024 September 3, 2024 As summer fades and the crisp breeze of autumn begins to fill the air, London prepares for an exhilarating September packed with cultural and sporting events, festivals, and unique experiences. Whether you’re a local, worker or a visitor, the capital offers an unrivalled array of activities to make the beginning of this autumn unforgettable. From [...]
London Set to Host Unique Beach and Sitting Volleyball Event August 20, 2024 Post the Olympics Games and in the lead up to the Paralympics, the Central London Alliance in partnership with Blue Orchid Hospitality, the British Volleyball Federation and Aldgate Connect BID, is hosting a unique beach volleyball and sitting volleyball event. Taking place on Thursday 22nd August in The Crescent, opposite Tower Suites (a Blue Orchid [...]
Beach Volleyball Comes to The City August 9, 2024 Sun, sand, and… Beach Volleyball – coming to the City of London. This summer Sports Fest 2024, brought to you by Central London Alliance, Blue Orchid Hospitality, Aldgate Connect BID and Cheapside Business Alliance, is transforming the City of London into a sports playground with extraordinary experiences. From 12th to 26th August, feel the sand [...]
Where to watch the Olympics in the City of London August 6, 2024 Looking for a place to watch this year’s Summer Olympics and enjoy the sunshine in London? The City of London has you covered, with an exciting fan zone in Paternoster Square. Whether you want to avoid missing Simone Biles making history or the thrill of the athletics; workers, residents, and visitors in the City of [...]
What is jump rope and how can you take part August 6, 2024 Jump rope, is a highly effective and enjoyable exercise that enhances cardiovascular health, improves coordination, and builds endurance. This timeless activity involves using a rope that is swung over the head and under the feet in a rhythmic pattern, making it a fantastic workout for people of all ages and fitness levels. Not only does [...]
Padel Takes Center Stage at Marble Arch: Play the World’s Fastest Growing Sport in an Iconic London Setting August 1, 2024 Following the success of the Padel Tennis Festival in the City’s Crescent, EC1 in front of Tower Suites last year, a new initiative is now similarly encouraging workers back to their workplaces and attracting a new audience to London’s Central Activity Zone. This summer the Central London Alliance and in partnership with Marble Arch BID has capitalised [...]
What’s on in London in August 2024 August 1, 2024 As the sun continues to shine over London, the city is brimming with exciting open-air events and activities for everyone to enjoy. From music festivals and cultural exhibitions to extraordinary sporting experiences, August in London offers a vibrant mix of experiences that capture the essence of summer in the city; be sure not to miss [...]
America’s Fastest Growing Sport Arrives In The City of London July 10, 2024 The game that has swept the US and quickly become the country’s fastest growing sport, has touched down in the City of London – Pickleball. Originally created in 1965 as a children’s playground game in America, and now the fastest-growing sport in the United States for the past 3 years, Pickleball brings together the best [...]
