Best Hair Salons in London

Discover the best hair salons in London, from luxury colour specialists to expert stylists offering precision cuts, bespoke treatments and standout service.

Our Pick of Exceptional Hair Salons

Finding a trusted hairdresser in London can be a challenge in a city where choice is abundant and standards are high. As the UK’s hair and beauty industry enters 2026 on firmer footing, the capital remains home to an exceptional calibre of stylists whose expertise spans every cut, colour and texture. Here are ten leading salons London has to offer.

Finding a trusted hairdresser in London can be a challenge in a city where choice is abundant and standards are high. As the UK’s hair and beauty industry enters 2026 on firmer footing, the capital remains home to an exceptional calibre of stylists whose expertise spans every cut, colour and texture. Here are ten leading salons London has to offer.

Best Things to Do in Holland Park

Discover the best things to do in Holland Park, from Kyoto Garden and Leighton House Museum to Opera Holland Park, the Design Museum and local dining.

Things to Do in Holland Park

Holland Park provides day-to-day livability in a way few London neighbourhoods manage. Long valued for its calm relative to surrounding districts, the area allows residents and visitors to move easily between landscape and city life.&nbsp;

Holland Park provides day-to-day livability in a way few London neighbourhoods manage. Long valued for its calm relative to surrounding districts, the area allows residents and visitors to move easily between landscape and city life.

Best Golf Courses in Cornwall

Discover the best golf courses in Cornwall, from historic coastal links at St Enodoc and Perranporth to championship layouts at Trevose and St Mellion.

Cornwall is best known for its dramatic coastline, sandy beaches and characterful coastal towns, but it is also home to some of England’s most highly regarded golf courses. Attracting more than five million visitors each year, the county hosts more than 30 golf courses, with a notably high proportion located on or near the coast, giving the county one of the strongest concentrations of seaside golf in England.

Cornwall is best known for its dramatic coastline, sandy beaches and characterful coastal towns, but it is also home to some of England’s most highly regarded golf courses. Attracting more than five million visitors each year, the county hosts more than 30 golf courses, with a notably high proportion located on or near the coast, giving the county one of the strongest concentrations of seaside golf in England.

The Best Golf Courses in The Cotswolds

Discover the best golf courses in the Cotswolds, from historic hilltop links to scenic parkland layouts shaped by world-renowned architects.

The Cotswolds is England’s largest designated National Landscape and formerly an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, covering roughly 790 square miles across five counties. Defined by rolling limestone hills, open commons and honey-stone houses, it offers some of the most distinctive inland golf in the country.

The Cotswolds is England’s largest designated National Landscape and formerly an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, covering roughly 790 square miles across five counties. Defined by rolling limestone hills, open commons and honey-stone houses, it offers some of the most distinctive inland golf in the country.

Holland Park Adventure Playgrounds

Explore Holland Park Adventure Playground in West London—a free, nature-inspired space with zip wires, climbing frames and family-friendly outdoor fun.

The area of West London has long been a favourite for families in the capital. It has everything needed to support an active modern life that prioritises a relationship with nature as much as it does for all of the benefits of city living. The green spaces around the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, in particular, are a wonderful example of how having an urban oasis to rely on can make such a difference to everyday lives.

The area of West London has long been a favourite for families in the capital. It has everything needed to support an active modern life that prioritises a relationship with nature as much as it does for all of the benefits of city living. The green spaces around the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, in particular, are a wonderful example of how having an urban oasis to rely on can make such a difference to everyday lives.

The Best Surfing Beaches in Cornwall

Discover the best surfing beaches in Cornwall, from Fistral Beach to Sennen Cove, with top spots for beginners and experienced surfers alike.

Surfing Beaches in Cornwall

The dramatic and windswept coastline of Cornwall is famous for the waves it produces. Rolling in from the Atlantic, they barrel, roll and crash into the rocks and onto the sand in a superb display of natural majesty. Although they may have been the bane of Cornish fishermen for centuries, they also provide a thrill-seeking opportunity for those who dare to enter them armed only with a polyurethane board between themselves and the water.

The dramatic and windswept coastline of Cornwall is famous for the waves it produces. Rolling in from the Atlantic, they barrel, roll and crash into the rocks and onto the sand in a superb display of natural majesty. Although they may have been the bane of Cornish fishermen for centuries, they also provide a thrill-seeking opportunity for those who dare to enter them armed only with a polyurethane board between themselves and the water.

The Grand National: History, Heritage and the Making of a British Institution

Explore the Grand National, one of the world’s most famous horse racing events, known for its thrilling jumps, rich history, and iconic racecourse at Aintree Racecourse.

First run in 1839, the Grand National at Aintree Racecourse has evolved from a modest steeplechase into one of the most significant events in global sport. In 2026, the Randox Grand National is due to take place from 9 to 11 April to bring together nearly two centuries of racing history.

First run in 1839, the Grand National at Aintree Racecourse has evolved from a modest steeplechase into one of the most significant events in global sport. In 2026, the Randox Grand National is due to take place from 9 to 11 April to bring together nearly two centuries of racing history.

Battersea Park Events in 2026: Sport, Society and Sound

Battersea Park 2026 events: Half Marathon, Evolution London summer series, and August Bank Holiday concerts in London’s iconic riverside park.

A Guide to Events in Battersea Park

In the vibrant borough of <a href="https://sothebysrealty.co.uk/area-guides/south-west-london/wandsworth/" rel="noopener">Wandsworth</a> and on the south bank of the river Thames, Battersea Park is one of London’s most treasured green spaces. The 200-acre park’s origins date back to the mid-19th century, when fields were transformed into formal gardens and the first public opening in 1858 was officiated by Queen Victoria. It quickly gained prominence as a venue of leisure and sport, even hosting one of the earliest exhibition football matches under the nascent Football Association rules in 1864.

In the vibrant borough of <a href="https://sothebysrealty.co.uk/area-guides/south-west-london/wandsworth/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Wandsworth</a> and on the south bank of the river Thames, Battersea Park is one of London’s most treasured green spaces. The 200-acre park’s origins date back to the mid-19th century, when fields were transformed into formal gardens and the first public opening in 1858 was officiated by Queen Victoria. It quickly gained prominence as a venue of leisure and sport, even hosting one of the earliest exhibition football matches under the nascent Football Association rules in 1864.

The Best Places to Live in Switzerland

Explore the best places to live in Switzerland, from Zurich and Geneva to Lucerne and Lausanne, offering stunning scenery and exceptional quality of life.

Beyond its many mountain peaks and deep glacial lakes, Switzerland is rightly lauded for the high quality of life offered to its residents. Its cities combine a distinct blend of modernity and natural beauty, whilst smaller towns and villages are often found in the most sublime places, nestled within deep valleys or along the shores of stunning bodies of water.

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Wimbledon is a highly sought-after area in southwest London, primarily celebrated as the global stage for the world’s most prestigious tennis championship. Beyond its inescapable tennis renown, the neighbourhood is admired for its lush verdure, reputed schools, and prime real estate offerings.



Discover Bayswater: a vibrant London area with rich history, diverse dining, top schools, green spaces, and exciting new developments. Explore its unique charm and luxury living.

Bayswater

Notting Hill is a community characterised by boutiques, antiques and pastel-toned façades. The neighbourhood has a storied history, which is reflected by the timeless elegance of its leafy streets and stucco-fronted properties.



Discover Surrey's charm: vibrant communities, historic landmarks, excellent schools, top dining spots, and stunning properties just an hour from London.

Primrose Hill is an upmarket area in North London that has a wonderful blend of impressive architecture, boutique shops, fantastic cafes and restaurants, and a village-like atmosphere. Arguably the area’s most notable feature is the park which is found at its heart.



Primrose Hill

Fitzrovia is one of prime central London’s most impressive districts with a rich history, and glorious architecture, conveniently located close to the West End and the beating cultural heart of the city. The streets are peppered with restaurants, cafes, businesses and bars, and some of London’s finest Georgian architecture.



Fitzrovia

Explore Regent's Park: a blend of royal history, luxury homes, top dining, and iconic landmarks like London Zoo and Primrose Hill. London's prestigious green space

Regent's Park

St James’s, named after its eponymous royal palace, is a fascinating area in the heart of London. Known as ‘clubland’ to Londoners, due to its abundance of members clubs, the area is characterised by prestigious landmarks, world-class restaurants, and stunning architecture.



St James's

Ascot, best known for its famous racecourse, sits in a particularly green stretch of Berkshire where woodland, heathland, and royal parkland shape the landscape.

Ascot

Explore Oxford: a city blending medieval charm with modern living. Home to the University of Oxford, rich history, vibrant culture, and diverse property options.

Oxford

The Cotswolds: Experience quintessential rural England with honey-hued houses, rolling hills, charming villages, fine dining, cultural landmarks, and luxury country living.

Lying in the leafy expanse of North London, commonly referred to as Hampstead Village, Hampstead stretches northward to Hampstead Garden Suburbs, sharing borders with St. John’s Wood to the south and neighbouring Highgate to the east.


Hampstead

Situated by the River Thames and enveloped by green open spaces, Putney is one of southwest London’s most sought-after neighbourhoods.



Marylebone is one of London’s prettiest and oldest areas – its evolution spans from royal deer parks and country estates to grand redbrick buildings. Today, its beautiful architecture is coupled with its trendy high street known for its heritage brands, quirky shops, and electric atmosphere.

Set along River Wey in the Surrey countryside, Weybridge is among the Home Counties' most prestigious addresses.



Weybridge

Soho, London: A vibrant district rich in history and charm, known for its dining, nightlife, and thriving real estate market. Discover luxury living in the heart of the city.

Soho

South Kensington: Coveted London neighborhood offering luxury homes, top schools, world-class shopping, dining, and cultural landmarks like the V&A and Natural History Museum.

South Kensington

For those looking to step back from the pace of London without losing touch with it entirely, Esher remains one of Surrey’s most enduring choices.



Esher

Kingston

Holland Park represents an exquisite blend of natural beauty, historic charm, and modern convenience, renowned for its tranquillity, with ample opportunities to relax, shop, and dine without venturing too far from home.



Chiswick

Nestled along the banks of the River Thames in South West London, you will find the idyllic Barnes. The area is much loved by families and offers a wonderful blend of convenience thanks to its proximity to central London, as well as a village-like feel.



Barnes

Residing on the Southern banks of the River Thames, Wandsworth has long been an area of London favoured by families, young professionals, and couples, thanks to its lively streets anchored by hip brunch spots, cafes, eclectic indie boutiques, and large Victorian houses as well as being mere moments from the Thames.



Tucked away between the refined sophistication of Hampstead and the dynamic Camden, Belsize Park is a lovely corner of North London. Known for its architectural patchwork of styles, Belsize Park has a collection of some of London’s finest buildings.



Belsize Park

Kensington is one part of the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea, a highly sought-after area in Prime Central London for super prime residences. The district offers a vibrant atmosphere defined by beautiful architecture, world-class shopping, famous museums, stunning galleries and two Royal Parks.

Not just one of the Capital’s smiliest areas – Richmond was named London's happiest borough and the second nationally – but arguably one of its prettiest, Richmond’s riverbank position is paired with a village-like charm that casts a spell on anyone who visits.



Explore Covent Garden: London's cultural epicentre with historic landmarks, luxury living, world-class dining, and vibrant arts scene, making it a sought-after residential area.

Explore Berkshire: Royal castles, Michelin-starred dining, thrilling horse racing, and serene gardens. Discover history, flavor, and adventure in this quintessential home county.

Berkshire

Pimlico, a charming neighbourhood in the heart of the City of Westminster, is one of London’s best-kept secrets. Known for its pretty garden squares, elegant architecture, and a strong sense of community, Pimlico's is a small but perfectly formed area that was designed by the master builder Thomas Cubitt.





Pimlico

Cobham sits on the banks of the River Mole in Surrey, around 20 miles south-west of London.



Cobham

Walton-on-Thames sits along a broad stretch of the River Thames in Elmbridge, positioned between Weybridge, Esher and Hampton Court.



Walton-on-Thames

Ealing sits to the west of central London and has long been one of those places people move to and stay.

Ealing

To own a luxury property in Belgravia is to find yourself amongst the most elite members
of society, surrounded by neighbours who recognise the immense value of this prestigious
residential area.

Wentworth's reputation as one of Europe's most prestigious residential estates is well over a hundred years in the making.

Wentworth

Fulham is a pocket of southwest London where the Thames glides past Victorian townhouses and tree-lined avenues, and where a morning coffee by the river tastes better.



Hammersmith

Westminster, one of the most iconic areas of London, is known for being the epicentre of the UK’s political power since the first official Parliament of England convened here in 1295.



Westminster

With their period detailing and generous sizes, the luxury homes of St John’s Wood are a huge draw for discerning families from all over the world who want to live in the height of luxury surrounded by excellent schools, quaint cafes and attractions like Abby Road, Lord’s Cricket Ground and Regent’s Park.

St John's Wood

Defined by its artistic legacy, excellent shopping and diverse range of luxury properties,
Chelsea is the ideal destination for those looking for a deluxe lifestyle in Prime Central London.

Part of the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, Coombe sits between Wimbledon, Kingston, Richmond Park and New Malden.

Coombe

With its historic attractions and sophisticated tree-lined streets, Knightsbridge continues to be one of the most sought-after areas of Prime Central London for luxury real estate, from its listed buildings to its modern serviced residences.

Knightsbridge

Hyde Park sits at the centre of one of London’s most established and desirable residential areas, where grand stucco terraces, garden squares and mews houses surround one of the capital’s best-known green spaces.


Hyde Park

Oxshott is a charming village nestled in the heart of Elmbridge, sitting quietly between the bustling towns of Esher and Leatherhead.



Oxshott

Whether you seek a peaceful retreat or a dynamic urban lifestyle, Buckinghamshire will exceed your expectations. Here’s our guide to exploring all that this enchanting county has to offer.

Buckinghamshire

Hidden in the heart of central London, Connaught Village is just a stone’s throw from the bustling streets of Oxford Street and the serene expanses of Hyde Park. This elegant neighbourhood captures the essence of what makes London’s village-like pockets so special.



Connaught Village

An elite melting pot of fine dining restaurants, dazzling theatres, designer boutiques, five-
star hotels and private member clubs, Mayfair is a haven for wealthy individuals who like to
prioritise the finer things in life.

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