Britain's official guide to canals, rivers and lakes

Friday 5th September 2008

Places to go in London

England’s historic capital caters for everyone – and with so many attractions free to enter, there’s nowhere else in the world where you can see so much for so little. Choose between royal residences, bustling street markets, relaxing parks and iconic visitor destinations such as the London Eye and the infamous Tower.

Local attractions

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Just east of Canary Wharf, Trinity Buoy Wharf is a hive of artistic activity. This former buoy manufacturing site …

  • Museum

In the heart of the east end of London, Victoria Park (known locally as ‘Vicky’ Park) was opened in 1845 and …

  • Country park
  • Leisure attraction

Since 1999 Vinopolis has offered a fascinating tour into the world's major wine producing regions. Suitable for …

  • Leisure attraction

The Wapping Project opened in 2000 within the 1890 power station at Wapping. It has a very diverse arts programme …

  • Leisure attraction

Riverside arts centre, cinema, gallery and music venue near to Kew Bridge with a relaxed bar overlooking the river.

  • Gallery
  • Pubs + bars

Wennington, Rainham and Aveley Marsh is one of the newest RSPB reserves and is the first reserve to be situated …

  • Nature reserve
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