50 free things to do in London: part one – central

With certain London attractions charging over £100 for a family of four, a day out in the city can be depressingly expensive. But it needn’t be. Follow our guide to brilliant things to do for free, and have a top day out without spending a small fortune. Here is our first instalment of world-class museums, galleries and more

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Hermès Leather Forever: four One-of-a-kind Passe-Guide bags

Hermès Honours England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales with Four One-Of-A-Kind Bags to be Auctioned Online by Christie’s In celebration of its ‘Leather Forever’ exhibition which opened in London on 8 May 2012, Hermès has created four one-of-a-kind versions of its Passe-Guide handbag representing England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales; a tribute to the United Kingdom and … Read more