Epping Forest is a 2,400 hectares area of ancient woodland between Epping in the north and Wanstead in the south, straddling the border between Greater London and Essex. I tend to get off at Loughton Tube Station (Central Line), which is about 10–12min walk to the forest.

Book store on Broadway Market

London has plenty of beautiful cemeteries. Brompton is one of the ‘Magnificent Seven’ and has many interesting tombs. It was also an inspiration of names for Beatrix Potter and the resting place of Emmeline Pankhurst.

Fantastic place with great food and natural wine. Lovely energy and ideal with a group of friends or cozy with 2.

The best live jazz band I ever heard was at a packed out night in Brilliant Corners. I was happy to be squashed.