The hidden history of The Royal Opera House
What does Covent Garden mean to you? For some people the notion encompasses the thriving shopping district in its entirety, where there is yet another discovery to be made around each corner; for others it is the Piazza with bijou crafts and madcap street performances; but, for…
How to make it in Covent Garden: Charlie Gilkes of Inception Group
This month IN Covent Garden magazine talks to Charlie Gilkes of Inception Group. What was it like to Mr Fogg’s bar on St Martin’s Lane? Tell us about you/your business and its history? The Inception Group was established in February 2009 by myself and Duncan…
Raining? Top three attractions keeping you dry this Autumn
1Started to rain? Take some time out to enjoy some of the other attractions that are right on your doorstep. The London Transport Museum situated in the heart of Covent Garden is a fascinating museum to visit, it has one of the finest graphic collections in…
Ever felt invisible? SIX inspiring women are defying aging attitudes
In many ways, the growth and success of the cosmetic industry hangs in the balance of promoting unrealistic standards while presenting ageing as a destination that must be avoided – quite literally – at all costs. However, as is the nature of scales, when one side is…