Mick O’Hare bowls us over with a foolproof guide to the gentleman’s game The ICC Cricket World Cup arrives in the UK this month, to the delight of cricket fans around the world. However, do you like cricket or even know what it is? To be truthful, many English people aren’t so sure. But don’t […]
read articleWe’re delighted to announce the appointment of our new chef – Alfonso Salvaggio With 21 years’ experience, Alfonso brings expertise from all over the world and joins Strand Palace from his prior role as Executive Chef at Radisson Blu Portman, London. Alfonso was literally born into catering – his parents owned a successful Italian restaurant […]
read articleWe’re delighted to unveil our brand new lobby and public areas, now open to guests and the public. The lobby, reception, front entrance and concourse have been transformed into a new stylish hub in the heart of the hotel. The lobby reconstruction features subtle art deco influences that integrate contemporary design detail and a sophisticated colour palette. […]
read articleFive ideas to help you get together for a girl’s weekend The hard bit is done. You’ve found a girls weekend in the next six months that you and your friends are free, there isn’t a child or other half in sight, and you’ve agreed on the destination. Now it’s time to get excited. […]
read articleFrom now until the end of the festive year, London’s streets will sparkle bright. The best displays will be right in the centre of town, all short walks away from the Strand Palace Hotel. Covent Garden This is so close to the Stand Palace. Literally out of the door and round a corner, and […]
read articleBurning bright – bonfire week in London Remember, remember, the fifth of November… all this week bonfires will burn bright and fireworks will explode in luminous exuberance against darkening autumnal skies in remembrance of a long ago plot designed to restore Catholicism as the official religion of the country. If you’re staying at the […]
read articleFive frightening and fun ways to spend Halloween in London It’s spooky time down every street soon. London has long embraced the eve of All Saints’ Day, when ghosts are believed to be all around. Some of the most heart-stopping Halloween moments in the capital can be found within easy reach from the Strand Palace […]
read articleSo the summer sun has started its slow descent into shorter days, and school is in and no longer out. Sad as it is to see those golden weeks lose their glow, there’s a sense of excitement too, with autumnal festivities aplenty ahead. London is full of that excitement and renewed energy as the days […]
read articleSummer in the City This summer in London will be one to remember for the ages. With an array of key events and activities occurring from July right through until September, London is the place to be this summer. We have outlined our key events that take place across the capital, with some helpful insight as […]
read articlePierre Hermé Paris has some of the finest handmade confectionaries, including exquisite chocolates and macarons, available this side of the Channel. As one of our artisan partners, we are delighted to offer one lucky winner a 120g box of assorted Bon Bon Chocolates from Pierre Hermé. To win this giveaway prize, simply answer the following question: […]
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