Follow in Harry Potter's footsteps on the Warner Bros Studio Tour and see sets, authentic props and original costumes
Make a splash
Fancy a dip? There are lots of spots in London for an outdoor swim. Dive into the magical Hampstead Bathing Ponds, surrounded by the lush greenery of the Heath; swim with the resident ducks in the Serpentine, Hyde Park; or head to one of the capital's lidos. Our favourite, at Brockwell Park in southeast London, is an Art Deco beauty. www.swimming.org
Climb aboard a historic warship
HMS Belfast is the most significant Second World War warship. She fired some of the first shots in the Normandy Landings and served in the Korean War. This year, brandnew interactive displays add to the experience. www.iwm.org.uk
Rackets at the ready
For the two weeks that Wimbledon lasts, the
British become obsessed with tennis. In 2023 the championships run from 3 to 16 July. Get hold of Centre Court tickets for a chance to see tennis’s top stars dazzle the crowds. www.wimbledon.com
Find a fancy hat for Royal Ascot
This high-profile sporting event is famous not only for fast horses, but also for top hats and fancy frocks. The elegant affair is held every summer for five days (20-24 June) and was always faithfully attended by the Queen. Perhaps
King Charles will make an appearance this year, too? www.ascot.co.uk
Marvel at the magnitude of Tower Bridge
Climb the bridge's towers and stand 42 metres above the Thames, watching life go by far below as you gaze down through Tower Bridge's glass walkway. The Lives of a Landmark exhibition celebrates the stories of people working behind the scenes at this historic structure. www.towerbridge.org.uk