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The New Theatre offers a wide range of performances to suit all tastes and ages, from plays to musicals, ballets and comedy shows. Some performances are in foreign languages or in Welsh, but always with English surtitles. Sarah Bernhardt, Laurel and Hardy, and Anna Pavlova are just some of the international celebrities to have graced the stage of this illustrious theater, open since 1906. The full program is available on their website, with prices and details.

The Wales Millennium Centre aims to be one of Europe's largest stages, as well as a major venue for the promotion of Welsh artistic life. Since its opening in November 2004, the Wales National Ballet has held rehearsals here. Cardiff Bay Arts Centre attracts a wide range of audiences, with each venue offering a different program and reasonably priced tickets. On-site café-restaurant. Fine exhibitions are regularly held here, and admission is free.

England sometimes still appears so Victorian. This pub is a case in point. The facade dates from 1844 and the interior decoration was completed a few years later in 1875. The interior, furnished in dark wood, cultivates a typical atmosphere to enjoy copious snacks and good beers in this timeless place. The Bunch of Grapes comes alive especially from 6pm, a sign that the office workers in the area have finished their day and that the museums and shops in South Kensington have closed their doors. Then there is only one thing left to do.

Go green in the heart of the business district... If you are staying in the West End or passing through the area, make a stopover in this atypical establishment, totally original! Drink coffee and then buy plants, or the other way around. Or drink coffee among the plants. Even better, add a slice of homemade cake and discover new species, garden tips and tricks, and take the time to breathe, not in the great outdoors, but in the green. The concept is as original as it is seductive, and successful!

"It's all about the cake", announces the front... Pastries of all kinds are in the spotlight here, and gourmets will turn it into a mini-palace of temptation. For a sweet break, choose from cupcakes, brownies, scones, chocolate bites, caramel slices, shortbreads or generous cream and sponge cakes. All this, of course, comes in different varieties. To be served with tea, coffee or hot chocolate (they too have their gourmet version). Savoury palates will also find their happiness (sandwiches and soups).

Voodoo is a bar, restaurant, club and concert hall all rolled into one, all gilded in the sumptuous splendour of Victorian decor. The place alone is worth a visit! Light jazz electro, groovy funk or peachy R'n'B are to be expected depending on the passages, but also live performances by carefully selected rock and pop bands from the independent music scene. The main room can accommodate up to 200 people. The bar has won numerous awards: for its cocktails, for its decor, for its concerts, for its liquor menu...

Pandas are not only honored at the zoo in Edinburgh. A bit of a hipster with an imitation barber shopon the front - no, no, you're not mistaken... push the door! It's an old hidden bar, like in the prohibition era -, Panda's & Sons is an ideal place to settle down to chat while sipping a cocktail with popcorn, the great strength of the establishment. The decor is eclectic, with a Victorian saloon feel and a nice wooden bar. The cocktails are original and very creative.

This is without a doubt the best pub in the Royal Mile. In the quiet of a dead end, people passing by see him less often, but locals know he is there. Its terrace is very pleasant in good weather and its warm room partially in the basement, with a low ceiling, comes straight from the Middle Ages. Small and friendly, the regulars come to chat by the fire. The staff is knowledgeable and helpful and will be able to help you choose from a wide variety of whiskys, ales, stouts and ciders.

This pub is THE indie destination of London's rock scene, with its large cobbled courtyard furnished with wooden tables and canapés. It made a name for itself during the heyday of Kate Moss and Pete Doherty, when the latter regularly played here with his band. Quite simply, every band worthy of the name has played here since it opened - it feels as if it's always been there. You're guaranteed an excellent evening in the company of the relaxed waiters and the musicians who take to the stage, in what is ultimately a rather retro atmosphere.

No pens or notepads here. Like other East London venues (Dalston Superstore or JaguarShoes), Printers & Stationers isn't a stationery shop, but an absolutely brilliant wine bar. Behind Columbia Road, we come across this adorable little house, where customers are so local they seem to live on the premises. To get to the main room (presumably the former dining room), you pass a tiny counter, order your wine balloon (often French) and then through the kitchen. The atmosphere is relaxed.

Black Isle opened its pub in Fort William in 2019. This excellent organic and local Highland brewery is in full development and so much the better. You can of course taste their beers, and no less than 27 draught and pump beers, plus canned and bottled beers from all over the world, as well as organic wines and Scotch whiskies, with a cheese or meat platter. The wood-fired pizzas are worth a visit for lunch or dinner: local ingredients, vegan and gluten-free options

Cluttered as it is with hundreds of heterogeneous objects, this bar could have won the prize for the most sublime décor. If there's only one pub to go to in the capital, it might be this one. Even if it would be a shame to do only one pub during his stay in Edinburgh! The Canny's Man, open since 1871, has some 250 malt whiskies on its menu. Their Bloody Mary and gin cocktails are famous... You can even sip champagne there! The establishment is also highly appreciated for its traditional pub menu and seafood.

The Abbostford is barely pushing its door down in time. Its splendid circular central bar, made of dark carved wood, was installed in 1902 and has not moved since. On the ceiling, beautiful green and gold moldings catch the eye as you enjoy one of six traditional beers or a dram of whiskey. A lot of locals come here to chat, especially white collar workers at afterwork time. The few tables on the pedestrian street of Rose Street are quite popular. Upstairs is the restaurant area, which is more chic: think about it for dinner.

Sadler's Wells is London's finest modern and contemporary dance venue. A much-loved venue in the Angel district. It's been around since 1683, and continues to host brilliant choreographers and incredible shows every year. A cutting-edge program that takes risks by constantly proposing new productions, but also keeps timeless classics on the bill. A cultural address not to be missed. During the Christmas season, the great classical ballets are invited back for even more magic.

Formerly a music hall almost in ruins and yet magnificent, Wilton's Music Hall has existed since 1725. Published by sailors passing through, it was enlarged in 1859. At its peak, it will even be said that some sailors know of its existence while they ignore that of Saint Paul's Cathedral! Abandoned since 1957, it was reborn in 2009 and completed its renovation in 2015. We come to immerse ourselves in its magical, timeless atmosphere and its music hall where bands regularly perform. On stage, concerts, readings and plays are organised.

The bar at Wilton's Music Hall, with its Georgian architecture dating from 1690, was frequented by visiting sailors. In its heyday, some sailors even knew of its existence, even though they didn't know about St. Paul's Cathedral! In ruins and abandoned since 1957, it was reborn in 2009 and completed its renovation in 2015. Today, visitors come to soak up its magical, timeless atmosphere and its music hall, where bands regularly perform. An address well worth a visit, even if it's not in the most charming of neighborhoods.

No sign, a bit of light and a bouncer who's more cockney than you are, that's right. Yes, there are 85-year-old grannies, libertine dwarfs, low-cut pin-ups, Cossacks with moustaches, drags with spun stockings, peroxide-wearing Papagenos, and all these eccentric pretty people get on famously to dance to 1960s tunes in a retro setting. Rock'n'roll and burlesque costume parties are also organized. The atmosphere is friendly and a little crazy.

The Malt Room opened in Inverness in 2019 and is the first whisky bar in the capital of the Highlands. In a hushed and confidential atmosphere, it offers an impressive whisky menu, as well as weekly or monthly suggestions and cocktails featuring malt. The staff are passionate about whisky and can spend hours talking to you about it. Tasting suggestions are offered, but you can also create your own, depending on your travel wishes. The most curious will ask for the last nuggets, not all of them à la carte.

The bird and the bear... It's a whole story that the map tells you, and you won't be "spoilt" by it. This place has something enchanting and trendy at the same time, with a US rap soundtrack from the 2000s. The room with its mezzanine is superb, with a decor that invites you to escape. You will be able to sip a cocktail - suggestions depend on the time of day -, in the classics of the genre or among the creations of the staff. You can also eat on the premises: the dishes served are original and well-cooked, with, once again, a beautiful inventiveness.

We've fallen in love with this little community café! This church has been transformed into a friendly place to take a break or come for lunch. Hannah and her team warmly welcome you to this pleasant café decorated in a tropical atmosphere, with plants and surfboards, and will introduce you to delicious homemade pastries: scones, cookies, carrot cake... There's also a savoury option for lunch. Live music, indoor skate park, table tennis... An atypical café open to all, even if you don't drink!

You will not regret taking the step of this theatre, one of the most interesting in London, given the quality of its programming and its headliners. The programme is as British as it is international, and the plays are as contemporary as they are classical, but the staging is always modern and up to date. Judging by the big names who follow one another on the stage: Juliette Binoche, Ralph Fiennes, Kevin Spacey and so many others, there is no disappointment possible. Our favorite theater in London.

From the outside, an old Jamaican pub, intimidating and grimy. And yet... Here's a gem: extraordinary ambience, live jazz music almost every night and, above all, a motley clientele. Toothless old rastas, students, musicians, cardiologists, neurologists, contortionists, astrologers, gardeners, fishermen, acrobats, bearded ladies, dwarfs, giants, cyclops, civil servants... It also serves good Caribbean cuisine, which goes well with the atmosphere. A well-kept London secret... But we'll give it to you anyway.

As you enter the Cross Keys lair, you discover that every square inch is covered with posters, photos and miscellaneous objects, from the Victorian era to the Beatles. A napkin would even be signed by Elvis Presley. To be watched standing in the bar, in front of a pint of a local beer and a basket of fries! A real classic pub as we like them: buried under geranium pots outside and dark as possible inside. And well located in addition, right next to Covent Garden.

An address that is both vintage and lively. Located in the heart of Notting Hill, Electric Cinema is London's oldest cinema, built in 1910. In its unique venue, there is a bold programme of independent films, but also a few blockbusters. Its advantage: great comfort with leather benches for two very wide, equipped with footrests, shelves to place popcorn and drink. An atmosphere that is certainly not found in the new film complexes of the 21st century. Not to be missed!

An ambassador of rock culture in London for over 40 years, the Hard Rock Cafe London is an attractive space that needs no introduction. The restaurant offers a good American cuisine with of course the great classics like the hamburger. You can also discover the most precious pieces of rock'n'roll history; Eric Clapton's red Fender guitar, Elvis Presley's red coat with fur cape and Madonna's expired bank card from the 1980s. An experience we recommend.

The faithful reproduction of the theatre where Shakespeare's troupe performed. The original building was built in 1599, closed in 1642 and destroyed. The architects therefore had to use the discovered remains and plans to carry out the reconstruction, using only the materials and techniques of the time. Inside, it is an open-air stage, a pit and covered bleachers. From May to October, shows are given in costume.

Nice pub on 3 floors, with 3 bars. The decor is inspired by Dr. Frankenstein's laboratory, and the monster even comes up every hour, leaving a hole above the main bar counter. We come to eat, drink and enjoy. Several animations are scheduled throughout the week.

Craft beers are booming in Cardiff, and BrewDog, open since 2014, was at the forefront of this renewed interest! You'll feel right at home in this industrial yet cosy setting, where blondes, browns and reds, accompanied by tasty treats, are well worth a visit. On the food front, you'll find classic pub fare: burgers (with good vegetarian options!) and salads. Or you can simply opt for snacks to share while sipping your pint. Please note that children are only accepted until 8pm. PRM access.

" If you're looking for something hysterical rather than historic, we've hit the right door! This guided tour of Bath is iconoclastic, irreverent and hilarious. The storyteller, closer to the comic than the dusty guide, manie humor English and cultural infos with skill. Do absolutely!

The only place in London to offer a predominantly French-speaking programme is normal, it is the cinema of the French Institute of the United Kingdom, very active in the city. Foreign films are also screened there, but it is the French cinema that is in the spotlight. French directors and actors are regularly invited to public conferences and for previews and events. We like to meet our compatriots in this room in Kensington to enjoy little French jewels that do not pass elsewhere.

You can't miss it when you walk in Inverness. It is so imposing and visible that one would gladly take it for a tourist trap. This would be to make a mistake and miss a nice establishment! Wooden furniture, candlelight and music every night(highland ceilidh on Saturdays) guarantee to this pub an atmosphere particularly appreciated by locals and travelers alike. The establishment has become a must. It also serves very good pubfood, with good value for money.

This historic pub is an absolute must. Although it's tucked away in a dark alleyway (St Helen's Passage), it was the setting for many episodes of the Inspector Morse series. And with good reason: it has played host to such illustrious figures as Oscar Wilde, Richard Burton, Margaret Thatcher, Ben Kingsley and many others. This gives the place an almost mythical dimension. The burgers served are excellent, and the beer selection is very good. The atmosphere is friendly, offering the opportunity to meet the locals.

Here is a real little architectural jewel of Edinburgh's heritage. It has one of the finest and best-preserved Victorian interiors in the country. Splendid ceramic frescoes under a beautifully decorated ceiling and the stained glass windows, of rare beauty, were designed by the same company that supplied the House of Lords. We'll have to search a bit between Princes Street and St Andrew's Square to find the entrance, but it's worth it. We drink four hand-pulled beers and the lunch break is very enjoyable.

Stereo is coolness incarnate, with vegan food and organic spirits on the ground floor, and nights devoted to house and techno in the basement. The programming is of quality and attracts many aficionados of good sounds. Live performances, between DJ sets, pop and rock, take place several times a week. You will find all the information on their website, with the possibility to buy your tickets online. The hall can accommodate up to 300 people and the building was designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh himself.

One of the oldest pubs in the city owes its name to one of the most mysterious creatures in the Highlands, unless tonight to the legend of the great white stag that would have disarmed King David I during a hunting trip in 1128, without hurting him. Before disappearing, a silver cross appeared on the animal's forehead, between its woods.... The pub, which dates back to 1516, serves an excellent haggis and one offers a fairly large choice of whiskies. Every evening from 9pm, musical groups come to warm up the atmosphere until late at night.

A huge classic of Fort William, the Grog & Gruel is popular in premises, hikers and visitors. In a very traditional setting, we come to drink good real ales at the end of the day, after hiking or visiting program. It is also possible to eat simple dishes, with the usual burgers, steaks, fish & chips and peaks, but also more original things such as pasta, pizzas and Mexican recipes. The floor welcomes the restaurant, while the bar is on the ground floor.

Good pubs are not uncommon but such a beer garden is a blessing in Edinburgh. On sunny days, especially when there is a match, its huge outdoor tables are stormed and the atmosphere is guaranteed. For the rest of the year, the pretty 18th century house covered with ivy is more than a bargain and many students enjoy the fireplace and the games on offer, over a homemade beer, a good burger, quesadillas or nachos to share. A huge classic!

Inaugurated in 1867 and equipped with a Victorian auditorium, it is one of Glasgow's premier arts and music venues. Glasgow's Theatre Royal performs both renowned plays written by Oscar Wilde and more recent productions. Opera, classical music and ballets by authors such as Dvorak and Tchaikovsky are also programmed. The Scottish Ballet and the Scottish Oprera are regularly performed there. Good to know: children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult, and children under 5 years of age are not allowed.

It is probably the most famous nightclub in the capital, with parties every day. The bowels of Old Town lend themselves admirably to the hottest nights and sharp DJs ensure the show. The music and therefore the atmosphere changes every night. You come here for a young and wild atmosphere, with many nooks and crannies and always a lot of people. The consoles are not too expensive, the cocktails are well prepared and the team is as friendly as they are helpful. Good plan: depending on the evening, admission may be free. Either way, it's cheap.

This popular café offers good snacks throughout the day. The menu is creative and comprehensive, with toasties, salads and several cakes. You can also come in the morning for breakfast. Each day, you will find your suggestions on a large board, which add to the already varied menu. The beautiful stone house hides a pleasant pastel-coloured room, which is divided into two areas, with an extra terrace in front.

This room can accommodate up to 4,000 people, while maintaining a very pleasant atmosphere. The room was built in 1929. Originality of the place, the floor of the room has been designed with an inclination that allows everyone to enjoy the stage, even if you are at the very back of the room. Regularly, big names perform here, as well as quite innovative bands in very different genres: reggae, rock, indie, rap... Feel free to fall in love with a concert ticket, it will make you a great memory!

A small jazz bar in the basement, warm and friendly and a mythical concert venue, located at number 100 on the famous Oxford Street. Specialist in traditional jazz, the 100 Club also welcomes modern jazz, rhythm'n' blues, blues or swing ensembles. A pleasant setting and atmosphere, although the place is often very full at weekends. The staff is very welcoming, and the size of the room invites meetings and discussion. The bar also hosted the first British punk festival with the Clash in 1976.

A legendary club, founded by Ronnie Scott, who for more than 30 years has been inviting the big names and the best of jazz to the delight of fans. It is one of the oldest jazz clubs in the world. A relaxed, intimate and warm atmosphere is easily created in this intimate room where the excellent quality of the programming contributes to its reputation. When big names perform there, the box is packed, even on weekdays. It is better to book in advance to ensure you have a table.

A large red brick facade just in front of Camden Underground station, and you can almost walk past it without knowing that it is probably the largest pub in London. It is better to meet outside than inside, because with its pleasant and relaxed atmosphere, it attracts people. Inside, a labyrinth of several rooms that follow one another. In the basement is the Underworld Club, which hosts many punk, metal and rock concerts and clubbing evenings almost every night.

The Kingston Arms is for many the best pub in Cambridge. It is the real neighbourhood pub that we love, where locals flock to drink the sacrosanct pint of beer as soon as it opens. 13 beers are served under pressure: a consistent and high quality selection that changes regularly. Cheap and friendly, this establishment will seduce travellers looking for authenticity. Here you can enjoy traditional homemade dishes prepared with ingredients from local merchants. From the front with its wooden tables and flowerpots, you are seduced.

The facade entirely covered with flowers (photographed by all tourists) already predicts a certain tendency to accumulate. The inside confirms our assumptions. We enter a place where the owners devote a true cult to objects. While those dedicated to Winston Churchill are omnipresent, others, more original or crazy, hang out here and there, from the chamber pot to the golf bag. This is what gives this pub its charm, particularly well located, along the Portobello market which serves good beers. A welcome stopover.

Opened at the end of 2016, this cocktail bar is simply stunning! Tasting begins with the eyes: bold, original and spectacular, its decor is already worth the detour. Once you're seated, you can choose your drink from a selection of carefully-crafted cocktails, freshly prepared from natural ingredients. One of Cardiff's trendiest spots! You can nibble on a few snacks, usually plates to share. And from time to time, they even organize Martini brunches from Friday to Sunday (12:30, 14:30, 16:30).

A very nice traditional pub very close to Piccadilly Circus on two levels. Attended by both gay and other people, including clients from the surrounding theatres.