Camden Lock; Palm Hotel Suggestions for Autumn Weekends

Camden Lock (30 min away from Palm Hotel by bus) is one of London’s most vibrant shopping and entertainment areas. Live music and comedy venues, café’s and bars it’s a brilliant place to meet up with some of the city’s most creative people.

The Lock is the original ‘Camden Market’, opened in 1973 as a collection of artisan workshops. Clustered in and around the award-winning Market Hall, you’ll find small shops and market stalls selling everything from vintage fashion, handmade jewellery and beautiful homewares sourced from around the globe. It’s also a great place to spot new young designers.

Delicious food; from stacks of vegetarian goodies to hearty steaks and the waft of heady spices, there's a global kitchen on offer. You can arrive by Waterbus on the canal from Maida Vale or London Zoo right into the heart of the market. Open seven days a week, (just closed on Christmas Day), and close to the Eurostar terminal at Kings Cross, the nearest tube stations are Camden Town and Chalk Farm (on the Northern Line).

Open every day from 10:00am - 6:00pm (except Christmas Day) For Late night shopping, please check the website. Bars and venues are open late.

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Don't Miss Lady Gaga at the The O2

She played several triumphant dates at the venue in February and May this year and is bringing her amazing Monster Ball tour back for more in December.Lady Gaga has sold out The O2 several times before so make sure you buy your Lady Gaga tickets now.

16 December 2010 to 17 December 2010 doors open at 6:30 PM

Don't forget to book your London Hotel when you've booked your tickets

Hampstead Heath; London's Favourite Spaces

Hampstead Heath (and Heathfield House) is one of London's best loved open spaces, the Heath's remarkable range of habitats is only 10 min away from the Palm Hotel

London Design Festival 2010

This Saturday, 18th London Design Festival 2010 will be in its eighth year. Last year was a pretty big one: over 200 commissioned installations and exhibitions, more than 150 launches, private views and parties… it does help confirm our position as creative capital of the world.

There’s even this from Mayor of London, Boris Johnson: “The London Design Festival offers an outstanding showcase of some of most exciting design anywhere in the world. Amidst international competition and as we move out of the downturn, it is imperative we continue to support design and celebrate its importance to our city.”

London Design Festival 2010 runs from 18th - 26th September

For more information, visit the link

England v Montenegro Euro Qualifier at Wembley

England's third game in their Euro 2012 Qualifying campaign is a home fixture against Montenegro at Wembley Stadium on Tuesday 12th October.

Tickets are available NOW from the ticket hotline and don't forget to book your North London hotel

Tue 12 Oct 2010
Kick off: 8:00 pm

Top 10 ..London for less from The Mirror

Our capital city isn't the cheapest place in the world, but there are things to do in London that won't cost you...

1. CHANGING OF THE GUARD
Fans of royal pomp and splendour will be surprised at how much there is to do and see, without dipping into your own coffers. One key bit of pageantry that takes place regularly is the Changing of the Guard. Watch this traditional ceremony outside Buckingham Palace, where guards swap places wearing red tunics and bearskin hats. 11am outside Buckingham Palace, but check beforehand as it only takes place on certain days, www.royal.gov.uk
2. CEREMONY OF THE KEYS
Entry to the Tower of London usually costs £17 for an adult, £9.50 for a child, but there is a way to get inside for free. The Ceremony of the Keys takes place every evening at the Tower of London, home to the Crown Jewels. Dressed in his red tunic, the Chief Yeoman locks the gates - important when you know what treasure lies within - before delivering them to the Resident Governor of the Tower, a ritual that has gone on for 700 years. Tickets are free, but need to be booked two months in advance by written application. More details: www.hrp.org.uk
3. CLIMB BIG BEN
With the elections over, keep your MP busy with the task of helping organise your free tour of St Stephen's Tower, home to the Big Ben bell. Said to be the most accurate clock in the world, the tour guide will outline the history of the tower and bell and how it all works. Space is limited and so early booking is advised (usually three to six months in advance). Further information at www.parliament.co.uk
4. VISIT THE OLYMPICS
Anyone interested in the 2012 Olympics can tour the Stratford Olympic stadium for free - just book in advance and take photographic ID (over eight-year-olds only). Tours take place on Saturdays and Sundays, last an hour and go by bus from Stratford station. www.walthamforest.gov.uk or call 0300 2012 001.
5. HOP ON A BUS
Before you jump on an expensive organised sightseeing tour, consider a DIY tour which comes with an added bonus. Some of the buses are vintage Routemaster models and go past some of London's most iconic landmarks. There are two key routes: the number 9, which takes in neon-clad Piccadilly, Hyde Park, the Albert Hall and Kensington Palace. Number 15 includes Trafalgar Square, the Tower of London and St Paul's Cathedral. The routes will take you through the West End, West London and the City to the East End. Using an Oystercard would cost an adult £3.90 to travel all day by bus. More information: www.tfl.gov.uk
6. GO CYCLING
The new Barclays Cycle Hire scheme means you can see the capital for under a fiver - a day's hire, plus the activation key comes to £4. As long as you ensure that no journey lasts more than 30 minutes, the bicycles won't cost you anything. www.tfl.gov.uk/BarclaysCycleHire
7. SEE SOME ART
London's major museums - including the British Museum, the V&A and the Tate Modern - are free, but for something a bit more unusual, head to the Gagosian Gallery in Kings Cross. Currently, it has an exhibition of some rarely-seen Picassos and looking at them won't cost you a penny. More details: www.gagosian.com
8. FESTIVALS
The Mayor's Thames Festival takes place from 11-12 September and is one of the best free events in the capital. This year there will be performances as well as archaelogical walks along the foreshore, while the weekend will be rounded off with a huge firework display. Following the current fashion for all things vintage, classic sailing boats will be on show at St Katherine's Dock. For further information: www.thamesfestival.org
9. THE THEATRE FOR LESS
Enjoy some of the West End's biggest hits during Kids Week, when children go free if accompanied by adults. This promotion, which includes Mamma Mia!, Oliver! and the Railway Children lasts until 3 September.
More information: www.kidsweek.co.uk, but you can also buy half-price theatre tickets year-round from the Tkts booth in Leicester Square. See www.tkts.co.uk
10. OPEN HOUSE WEEKEND
See inside buildings never usually open to the public over the weekend of September 18-19. The Open House event includes tours of the Bank of England, the BT Tower and City Hall, as well as private houses and historic buildings. And all tours are free. See www.londonopenhouse.org


Read more: http://www.mirror.co.uk/advice/travel/top-ten/2010/08/22/top-10-london-for-less-115875-22506201/#ixzz0xR6cArXh

London Hotel Booking & Reservations

The Palm Hotel in North West London is situated on the A41, we are just four and a half miles from the West End, yet only a five minute drive to the M1. We are easy to reach by public transport, minutes away from Brent Cross, Finchley Road and Golders Green tube stations and have ample free car parking available outside of the congestion charge.

To find out more about our hotel and its exact location in North West London, to book a hotel room or to check availability or reservations for hotel accommodation or to discuss booking your party, celebration, event or function venue, please send us your enquiry and a member of our team will get back to you.

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London Wedding & Party Venue

Looking for a party venue to hire in North West London for your business conference, wedding reception or party celebration?

The Palm Hotel is a well established London party venue offering hotel accommodation, function and events facilities, with an excellent attitude to customer service.

The Palm Hotel offers free parking and is well serviced by London Transport bus, overground and underground services. A direct bus route takes you from North West London to the West End in just 20 minutes.

The Palm Hotel is ideally situated for a London break for sporting events and concerts at nearby venues such as Wembley Stadium and Wembley Arena, shopping trips to Brent Cross, Westfield or the West End or sightseeing in Central London.

Weddings and anniversaries
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Corporate team-building events
Product launches
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The Palm Hotel in North London is an established wedding, party and conference venue in North London offering the very best in good food, fine wine, and personal service.

We can tailor make your day or evening for any occasion, from a works party, an Asian, Muslim, Christian or Jewish wedding, barmitzvah, christening, naming ceremony, wedding anniversary or birthday party.

Follow the link to find the Palm Hotel London Party Directory where you can browse our list of party suppliers and business partners, from florists to taxis, photographers to caterers, magicians, DJs, bands and musicians.

Sign Up to Book Your Olympic Tickets Now

The world’s greatest sporting events are coming to London! Tickets for the London 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games will go on sale in 2011. You can make a start by registering your interest with Tickets London 2012. Tickets are not yet on sale.

Don't be fooled by bogus websites and organisations claiming to sell tickets to the Games.

Tickets will be available from the official website (for UK and EU residents only) and official London 2012 sales channels from 2011. You will not be asked to make a payment or sign a contract until then.

Residents outside the UK and EU will need to apply for tickets through their local National Olympic Committee, National Paralympic Committee or Authorised Ticket Reseller from 2011.

There is however a problem if you are going to pay by credit card; Visa is the only card accepted at the London 2012 Games. The Palm Hotel however, accepts all Major Credit Cards!