St George Wharf Apartments by Oakwood

The St George Wharf development features award-winning and futuristic design incorporating abundant glazing to maximise the breathtaking views across river and city. Next to Vauxhall Bridge Road and directly opposite the underground and main line station, it’s an ideal location for business or leisure travellers.
The apartments themselves are spacious and comfortable, and benefit from contemporary furnishings, CCTV, 24-hour concierge and secure entry systems.

• Check in is from 15:00 and check out is by 11:00, Monday – Sunday

Room Types

Studio Apartment

• This apartment offers a combined living and sleeping area with a double murphy bed (wall bed).Sleeps 2 | Bathrooms 1 | Breakfast type: Room Only

One Bedroom Apartment

• With a queen-size bed, this apartment can sleep one or two people.Sleeps 2 | Bathrooms 1 | Breakfast type: Room Only

Two Bedroom Apartment

• Suitable for up to four people, this apartment has two bedrooms, each with a queen-size bed.Sleeps 4 | Bathrooms 1 | Breakfast type: Room Only

Policies of St George Wharf Apartments

Cancellations / Amendments

• Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type.
• Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Cards Accepted

• American Express
• MasterCard
• Visa

Check-in and Check-out:

• From 14:00
• Before 10:00

Children & Extra Beds

• All children are welcome.
• Free! All children under 3 years stay free of charge when using existing beds.
• All children under 2 years are charged GBP 35 per person per night for children’s cots/cribs.
• All older children or adults are charged GBP 20 per person per night for extra beds.
• The maximum number of extra beds/children’s cots permitted in a room is 1.
• Any type of extra bed or child’s cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
• Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Key Collection

• Meet & Greet on arrival

OtherSpecial

• Offers are subject to availability

Smoking

• No smoking

General amenities

• Contemporary Furnishings
• Dishwasher
• Full kitchen
• Hairdryer

• Internet Access
• Lifts
• Linen Change

• Luxury Towels and Linen Package
• Maid Service/Housekeeping
• Microwave
• Secure entry system
• security
• TV
• Washer and dryer

Wandsworth Road, London, SW8 2LQ
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Minerva Court Apartments Available for Rent

Providing a suitable rental apartments in the heart of Clerkenwell. Apartment of Minerva Court gives a range of affordable accommodation from three beds to studios, most suitable as a center for discovering the city.  Nearly all the sights of the city are within your reach and central location is always terrific for visitors.
The apartments are comfortable, bright and provide a pleasant atmosphere to relax and unwind after a long day in London.
Please Note: Check in for this property is at the apartment’s office located at 19 Bedford Place, London, WC1B 5JA. There is someone available at this location 24 hours a day to assist with the check in procedure.

• Check in is from 14:00 and check out is by 10:00, Monday – Sunday

Room Types

Twin Studio Apartment

• This apartment has a combined living and sleeping area with two single beds.Sleeps 2 | Bathrooms 1 | Breakfast type: Room Only

Two Bed Four Person Apartment

• Suitable for up to four people, this apartment has two bedrooms, each equipped with two single beds.Sleeps 4 | Bathrooms 1 | Breakfast type: Room Only

Three Bed Four Person Apartment

• This apartment has one bedroom with two single beds, and two bedrooms each with one single bed, to accommodate four people.Sleeps 4 | Bathrooms 1 | Breakfast type: Room Only

Two Bed Five Person Apartment

• This apartment has one bedroom with two single beds and a second bedroom with three single beds. There is one bathroom with a bath and a second with a shower only.Sleeps 5 | Bathrooms 2 | Breakfast type: Room Only

Three Bed Five Person Apartment

• This apartment has two bedrooms equipped with two single beds in each, and a third bedroom with one single bed. There is one bathroom with a bath and a second with a shower only.Sleeps 5 | Bathrooms 2 | Breakfast type: Room Only

• General amenities

  • Baby Cot available
  • Combination Microwave / Oven
  • Dining table and chairs
  • Direct dial telephone

  • Flat screen TV
  • Full kitchen
  • High Speed Internet Access

  • Ironing Facilites
  • Lifts
  • Linean change
  • Maid Service/Housekeeping

  • Refrigerator
  • Wooden flooring
  • Work Desks
  Details information of this property available on following link:
  http://www.londonapartmentsworld.co.uk/properties/minerva-court-apartments/

26 Alphabet A-Z famous places in London

London may not be the best place in the world to live (apparently that’s Vienna), but it is one of the most interesting to visit. Even if you’ve never been and have no intention of going, you can’t escape its influence on world history, culture and language. English language materials our students are exposed to (and I don’t just mean course books, but newspapers and other media) will contain cultural references. It’s good for us to be aware of them so here are some of the most famous places in London. Can you match the numbers to the letters? (Don’t look at the answers yet!)

1. Baker Street
2. Big Ben
3. Bloomsbury
4. Brixton
5. Camden Town
6. Covent Garden
7. Docklands
8. Downing Street
9. (the) East End
10. Fleet Street
11. Hampstead
12. Harley Street
13. Islington
14. Kew Gardens
15. Knightsbridge
16. Madam Taussaud’s
17. Notting Hill
18. Oxford Street
19. Piccadilly
20. Soho
21. Stamford Bridge
22. (the) South bank
23. St Pancras
24. Tower Bridge
25. Trafalgar Square
26. Westminster

A. The area on the other side of the Thames to the Houses of Parliament noted for its cultural venues.
B. The home of Chelsea football club.
C. An area of London synonymous with artistically-inclined middle-class left-wingers.
D. Culturally diverse predominantly working class area of South London.
E. Traditionally the poorer, most ethnically mixed part of London – home to Cockneys.
F. A trendy area of north London famed for its market.
G. A fairly new mostly commercial development to the east of the city.
H. An ex-flower market – still home to the National Opera House and a good place to see street performers.
I. A central area of London famous for the statue of Eros and theatres.
J. The title of a film starring Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts. It also hosts a summer carnival.
K. The residence of the Prime Minister.
L. A train station from which you can travel direct to Paris and Brussels.
M. The place to go for expensive medical consultations.
N. A waxworks museum near Baker Street.
O. The official centre of London, famed for pigeons, Nelson’s column and the National Gallery.
P. An area near the British Museum associated with Virginia Woolf and her artistic circle.
Q. A rich central area – home to Harrods Department Store.
R. The one which can open to let through ships.
S. Street on which of the fictitious detective Sherlock Holmes resided.
T. Area south of Oxford Street traditionally associated with immorality.
U. This is actually named after one of it’s bells, although it’s clock face is more famous.
V. In the past, where all the national newspapers had their offices – the term is still used to mean the press.
W. Leafy suburb to the north – an area inhabited (not exclusively) by those involved in the Arts.
X. A popular botanical gardens west along the river.
Y. The most crowded shopping street in London.
Z. The location of the Houses of Parliament.

10 reasons Infernos in Clapham is the best/worst place in London

Few places in London evoke such a visceral reaction as legendary (or infamous) Clapham nightclub Infernos.
For some, it’s the key frame of reference when describing an awful club experience; for others it’s a chance to wax lyrical about a place where pretty much anything goes.
It’s like the last days of Rome, only with 100 per cent more off-brand energy drinks and girls fighting in lamé tights and heels.
In short, there’s no where else like it. Here’s a few of our favourite things about London’s cheesiest club:

1. The vibe

(Picture: Ben/Infernos)

Looking for an unpretentious night out? Nobody's going to side-eye you for singing out loud to your favourite song here.

2. The floors

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The sticky tiles underneath your feet will remind you not to dance and after a few jars, that kind of reminder can be invaluable.

3. The bants (sorry)

This isn't Infernos, but it doesn't look dissimilar (Picture: Alamy)

You’ll never be short of conversation: I once saw a woman throw up into her friend’s handbag and then saunter back over to the bar for more shots. That’s surefire dialogue lube.

4. The music

(Picture: Ben/Infernos)

Reminds you of your misspent youth. Actually, genuinely, totally not that terrible. Honest.

5. The clientele

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Sometimes it’s nice to know that pretty much every awful person south of the river is under one roof, just so you can keep an eye on them all.

6. The odds

(Picture: Getty)

You’ll be felt-up at least five times on a night out here, guaranteed. Male or female, young or old, no one is unattractive in this place.

7. The smell

(Picture: Getty)

You know the one. Sweat, vodka and desperation with overtones of fear thrown in for good measure. There’s nowhere else on Earth that smells like this place – and we love it.

8. The fish

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Don’t forget: at the end of the night, you leave this place far behind. These guys have to stay. Forever. Such troopers.

9. The décor

(Picture: Paramount)

It’s like John Travolta ate too many Saturday Night Fevers in 1978 and threw up in here. And then they never cleaned it up. Lovely.

10. The taxi rank

(Picture: Getty)

It’s right outside, which is so convenient. Your ticket out of here, fast.

Top Five River Thames Experiences

A guest post by Totally Thames Festival Director Adrian Evans
Throughout September, Totally Thames festival celebrates the River Thames with a 30-day programme of river-inspired events, including colourful regattas, river rallies and community festivals. Totally Thames Festival director Adrian Evans shares his top five must-do River Thames experiences:

1. Walk the towpath between the lush riverside villages of Kew and Richmond.

 The Thames path at Richmond

2. Soak up the view of the Thames Barrier, which spans 520 metres across the Thames at Woolwich Reach. Then take a stroll around the picture-pretty Thames Barrier Park.

Thames Barrier

3. Take a ride over the River Thames on the Emirates air line, London’s cable car. During the 10-minute journey, you’ll be treated to eye-popping views of East London as you travel between Greenwich Peninsula and the Royal Docks.

Emirates Air Line

4. Stroll amongst the wilderness at the RSPB Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve.

Rainham Marshes

5. Ride the Thames Clipper from Westminster Pier to Woolwich.

Thames Clipper

Why Stay in a Hotel When You Can Rent an Apartment?

It is no secret that vacation rentals have become increasingly attractive to travelers compared to traditional hotels. Today, more travelers than ever have stayed in a vacation rental as an alternative to a traditional hotel during the past two years. But what about you? Ask yourselves why a hotel when you can rent an apartment? Here are 4 benefits you will get if you choose to stay in an apartment on your next trip.

Staying in a home instead of a hotel gives you a more local experience…

If you want to experience the authenticity of a place, experience it like a local person. Renting an apartment in a true neighborhood is a straightforward way to feel like a local. Instead of staying in standardized hotel rooms, apartment rentals provide an opportunity for total immersion in another city. For instance if you are staying in a charming Parisian apartment, every morning you could hop over to the local boulangerie to get a fresh baguette or croissant for breakfast. You will begin to feel like you really belong in the city you have chosen.

Whether you're in a city or the countryside, renting an apartment, house, or villa can be a fun and cost-effective way to delve into Europe. A short-term rental is a great alternative to a hotel, especially if you plan to settle in one location for several nights. Options run the gamut, from French gîtes to Tuscan villas to big-city apartments in the heart of town. Prices vary depending on the season, size, location, and quality of the accommodation. For stays longer than a few days, you can usually find a rental that's comparable to — or even cheaper — than a hotel room with similar amenities.

Staying in an apartment gives you more space…

If confined hotel rooms are not your thing, you will welcome the additional space that apartments offer. Would you like to have extra rooms to unwind instead of being cramped up in one room. A vacation home can average 2000 square footage compared to 400 square footage for an average hotel room. You will realize very quickly how nice it is to come back after a long day of sightseeing to a home where you have extra space to lounge!

Vacation rentals are a great alternative to hotels; but there are plenty of great hotels out there. So now that you are aware of the benefits of vacation rentals, where would you prefer to stay on your next trip?

Top 10 London Attractions

From the modern London Eye to the historic Tower of London, below are London's most visited tourist attractions. 
Many of London's top 10 attractions are free, making them affordable places to soak up some culture – you can book to visit others via the buttons below. Whether you prefer history or modern art, you'll find it at one of these must-visit spots.
The list below is in order of popularity based on the latest available visitor numbers.
For accessibility information see our Attractions Accessibility page

British Museum

The world-famous British Museum exhibits the works of man from prehistoric to modern times, from around the world. Highlights include the Rosetta Stone, the Parthenon sculptures and the mummies in the Ancient Egypt collection. Entry is free but special exhibitions require tickets.

National Gallery
The crowning glory of Trafalgar Square, London's National Gallery is a vast space filled with Western European paintings from the 13th to the 19th centuries. In this iconic art gallery you can find works by masters such as Van Gogh, da Vinci, Botticelli, Constable, Renoir, Titian and Stubbs. Entry is free but special exhibitions require tickets

Natural History Museum
As well as the permanent (and permanently fascinating!) dinosaur exhibition, the Natural History Museum boasts a collection of the biggest, tallest and rarest animals in the world. See a life-sized blue whale, a 40-million-year-old spider, and the beautiful Central Hall. Entry is free but special exhibitions require tickets.

Tate Modern
Sitting grandly on the banks of the Thames is Tate Modern, Britain's national museum of modern and contemporary art. Its unique shape is due to it previously being a power station. The gallery's restaurants offer fabulous views across the city. Entry is free but special exhibitions require tickets.

London Eye
The EDF Energy London Eye is a major feature of London's skyline. It boasts some of London's best views from its 32 capsules, each weighing 10 tonnes and holding up to 25 people. Climb aboard for a breathtaking experience, with an unforgettable perspective of more than 55 of London's most famous landmarks – all in just 30 minutes!

Science Museum
From the future of space travel to asking that difficult question: "who am I?", the Science Museum makes your brain perform Olympic-standard mental gymnastics. See, touch and experience the major scientific advances of the last 300 years; and don't forget the awesome Imax cinema. Entry is free but some exhibitions require tickets.

Victoria and Albert Museum
The V&A celebrates art and design with 3,000 years' worth of amazing artefacts from around the world. A real treasure trove of goodies, you never know what you'll discover next: furniture, paintings, sculpture, metalwork and textiles; the list goes on and on… Entry is free but special exhibitions require you to purchase tickets.

Tower of London
Take a tour with one of the Yeoman Warders around the Tower of London, one of the world's most famous buildings. Discover its 900-year history as a royal palace, prison and place of execution, arsenal, jewel house and zoo! Gaze up at the White Tower, tiptoe through a medieval king's bedchamber and marvel at the Crown Jewels.

Royal Museums Greenwich
Visit the National Maritime Museum - the world's largest maritime museum, see the historic Queen's House, stand astride the Prime Meridian at Royal Observatory Greenwich and explore the famous Cutty Sark: all part of the Royal Museums Greenwich. Some are free to enter; some charges apply.

Madame Tussauds At Madame Tussauds, you'll come face-to-face with some of the world's most famous faces. From Shakespeare to Lady Gaga you'll meet influential figures from showbiz, sport, politics and even royalty. Strike a pose with Usain Bolt, get close to One Direction or receive a once-in-a-lifetime audience with Her Majesty the Queen.