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It means Britain could be as warm as Bangkok in Thailand, and hotter than predictions for Madrid and Los Angeles. However, gale force winds are forecast to hit the west coast of Scotland and Northern Ireland by the end of Sunday ahead of the warmer air arriving. The last time temperatures soared above 86F (30C) in September was in 2006 in Kew Gardens, where the mercury hit 87F (30.5C) on September 11 that year. If the temperature rises above 88.9F (31.6C), which was reached at Gatwick on September 2, 1961, then it will be the hottest day for 55 years. Heatwave conditions will return to SW Europe over the next few days. /T09in8AY8y— Met Office (@metoffice) September 10, 2016 Simon Partridge, a Met Office forecaster,said: "Basically we've got air coming up from the south. The origins of this air is generally southern France and northern Spain, where things are fairly warm at this time of the year. So we'll start to see things warming up." The highest September temperature recorded was in 1906 – 96F (35.6C) in Bawtry, South Yorkshire.
Most of England will bask in temperatures in the high 20s, but it is likely to rain in western Scotland and Northern Ireland, which could also spread to south-west England and western Wales. Britons can expect to bake in above-average temperatures across the UK for the rest of the week, the Met Office said. UK weather forecast Sunday, September 11 Conditions will become more unsettled on Thursday and Friday when a band of rain will sweep east, bringing scattered showers. The week after next will split the UK, with the North West experiencing bands of rain interspersed with dry spells, while higher pressure over Europe will hold on close to the South East, bringing drier, warmer and more settled conditions.Floral DeckchairLifestyle VintageVintage FloralVintage StyleBit CountryStyle GlampingI'M DevelopingDeckchairsDesert RoseForwardi'm developing a bit of thing for these now ....With its bustling nightlife, rich cultural offerings and upscale shopping districts, London is a vibrant, global destination.
To help plan your next trip, the Concierge team at Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane has a few recommendations for the best things to see and to throughout the city – from where to have a proper afternoon tea to the finest shops, museums and restaurants. The first national public museum in the world, the British Museum has nearly 6 million visitors every year.Photography courtesy Four Seasons Hotels and ResortsLondon is full of incomparable museums and galleries. Spanning 2 million years of human history, the collection at The British Museum is composed of cultural artefacts and antiquities from all over the world, including the historic Rosetta Stone.Home to the most extensive portrait collection in the world is the National Portrait Gallery. Here, you will see more than 200,000 portraits dating from the 16th century to present day, including paintings, drawings, photographs and more.The creativity of more than 3,000 years comes to life in diverse, interactive displays and exhibitions at the Victoria and Albert Museum, where the best of art and design are showcased.
For insight into London life throughout the ages, visit the Museum of London, which overlooks the remains of the Roman city wall. While in Hyde Park, head to Primrose Hill to take in some of the best views of the city. It’s a beautiful spot to take in the sunset.Photography UMZ_P / ThinkstockLondon is famous for its green spaces and parks. The lovely landscaped Kensington Gardens are perfect for a quiet stroll, a picnic or a Frisbee toss, as is Hyde Park, with its sprawling meadows and the Serpentine lake.You can also explore London by boat courtesy of City Cruises; on this hop-on, hop-off River Thames trip, you can choose where to stop and explore some of London’s most famous sites, from the Tower of London to the quaint streets of Greenwich. Or book a tour of London’s major attractions with an expert and entertaining Blue Badge guide, who can provide private tours tailored to your interests.The London Eye, London’s giant Ferris wheel, offers one of the best—and most leisurely—views of the city as it travels to a height of 135 metres (443 feet) during its 30-minute “flight.”
The Emirates Air Line is the U.K.’s first urban aerial tramway, carrying up to 2,500 passengers across the Thames at heights reaching 90 metres (300 feet). Built to connect Greenwich with London’s Royal Docks across the river, the cable car offers dramatic views of the O2 Arena, the Thames Barrier, Canary Wharf and other East London sights throughout the 10-minute trip.The tallest building in Western Europe, The View from The Shard offers extensive vistas well beyond central London, while you can enjoy some of the most iconic views for free from Waterloo Bridge. From here, you can see Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, St Paul’s Cathedral, the Gherkin, Canary Wharf’s skyscrapers and the South Bank’s Royal Festival Hall and London Eye.Four Seasons Hotel London at Park LaneLondon’s status as an international fashion capital makes it a shopper’s paradise. Look to Bond Street for well-established international and British luxury brands, including Burberry, Louis Vuitton, Yves Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta and Chanel.Nearby Haymarket is home to Dover Street Market, a cutting-edge concept store located in a beautiful Grade II listed heritage building erected by Burberry founder Thomas Burberry in 1912.
Here, you’ll find brands such as Azzedine Alaïa and Raf Simons, among many others.For one-of-a-kind accessories steeped in British tradition, visit Asprey. The luxury brand dates back to 1781 and offers a range of gifts, jewellery, watches, leather goods and fine silver.Thomas Goode, located on South Audley Street, has been turning out custom-made china and objets d’art for royals and heads of state since 1827. Its china museum, one of London’s best-kept secrets, is worth a detour.In luxury-laced Mayfair, buy fine art on Cork Street and exquisite leather goods and diamond jewellery on Conduit and Albemarle streets, or shop trendy, up-and-coming designers in one of several Browns boutiques on South Molton Street.Department stores like Liberty, Harvey Nichols, Selfridges and, of course, Harrods offer one-stop luxury shopping, while Savile Row’s legendary tailors make the greatest bespoke menswear in the world.The only thing more British than afternoon tea is tea with Shakespeare.
The Tea and Tour package at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre in Bankside includes a tour of thr authentic reconstruction of Shakespeare’s theatre while expert storytellers bring the space to life. An adjacent exhibition illuminates the theatre’s reconstruction process and the world of Shakespeare with interactive displays showcasing period dress and customs.The tour concludes with traditional afternoon tea at the elegant Swan Bar and Chophouse, where sandwiches, cakes and scones with jam and cream are accompanied by endless amounts of lovely tea and views of St Paul’s Cathedral and the River Thames. Sip on a glass of wine in Amaranto’s relaxing atmosphere. The wine list includes 250 fine wines to please any palate.Photography courtesy Four Seasons Hotels and ResortsAt the Hotel’s Amaranto Restaurant, Executive Chef Romuald Feger prepares authentic Italian cuisine updated with flavours and ingredients from around the world.In Mayfair, one of the city’s top dining districts, haute cuisine reigns supreme.
At Pollen Street Social, you can try adventurous tapas at the bar, enjoy a perfectly aged steak or tuck into world-class cuisine, all under the same roof.London’s ethnic eateries are also multi-award winners. Kai Mayfair serves Michelin-starred Chinese food, and at The Cinnamon Club in Westminster, chef Vivek Singh creates unusual, deconstructed Indian food.A hidden gem amid London’s vast dining scene is Princess Victoria, a former-gin-palace-turned-gastropub that serves classic British favourites in a comfortable and lively atmosphere.Set up as the fictional home of Phileas Fogg, the protagonist in the 1873 Jules Verne novel Around the World in Eighty Days, Mr Fogg’s in Mayfair makes for a cocktail bar with a difference. With its eccentric interior showcasing artefacts and trinkets representing Phileas Fogg’s travels and a global cocktail list bringing together rare and unique ingredients from around the world, this bar offers a fun drinking experience.Countless theatre productions provide night-time entertainment in the West End and at the National Theatre on the South Bank.
Summer visitors can sample an eclectic range of classical music performed for the BBC Proms at the Royal Albert Hall, one of the most atmospheric concert halls in the country.For an alternative evening of entertainment, dip into the spookier side of London with a haunted walking tour. These spine-chilling walks will take you deep into the city’s ghostliest corners. A stop at the Hotel’s Spa is the perfect way to unwind after a day of sightseeing. Choose from facials, full-body massages and signature rituals.Photography courtesy Four Seasons Hotels and ResortsThe Hyde Park Awakening treatment at the Hotel’s Spa is a head-to-toe escape from stress. Developed by The Organic Pharmacy, the treatment begins with an aromatherapy foot soak. Organic bamboo and calendula scrub away toxins during a full-body exfoliation treatment, while a deep back and neck massage eases tension. Afterwards, spend some quiet time relaxing while you enjoy sweeping city views from the Hotel’s rooftop lounge.