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Top 6 things to do in London this summer

From festivals and events to the best restaurants to eat al fresco and roof terraces with a view. Here are the best things to do in London this summer.

Beach day trips from London

Had enough of London's urban heat and craving seaside air? Check out these beach day trips less than 90 minutes from the city.

How to spend 72 hours in Lisbon

Lisbon has everything going for it… But where to start? Read on for your 3-day Lisbon itinerary – long weekend, sorted.

5 day trips less than an hour from Paris

From a fairytale châteaux, to an artistic enclave, to Paris’ underground scene. Discover five car-free day trips from Paris.

Lights on at Locke: Where to go in Berlin this Winter.

Heading to Berlin? A friend of Locke, Julia Nimke, gives us her recommendations in the German capital.

Sounds of Lisbon with Mario Valente.

Get to know the ‘Sounds of Lisbon’ with Mario Valente, DJ and programmer of Locke’s latest bars Spiritland and The Kissaten.

My London: Bermondsey and beyond with our House Hosts.

Explore the vibrant neighbourhoods of Bermondsey and South London with our Bermonds Locke house host, Diana.

City Spotlight: Zurich.

This month we're celebrating Zurich, the home to Locke am Platz and Europe's capital of cool. With its destination dining, rich culture, and dynamic, ever-evolving bar scene, it's a must-visit.

Summer in the City: Manchester.

We partnered with The Flâneuse, Manchester's premier platform for culture, lifestyle, and fashion, to highlight their favourite summer spots in the city.

My London: Discovering West London.

Join us as we dive back into our West London series to further explore our vibrant home city.

Introducing: Hello Charlie.

Now found in both our Dublin properties, Hello Charlie is the latest addition the Locke’s culinary offering.

Munich Pride: Celebrating individuality and community.

In celebration of Munich Pride, friends of Locke, Mona Shatry and Jasmin Breidenbach, hosted a dinner at Schwan Locke.

Behind the Design: Locke de Santa Joana.

Learn more about our collaboration with Post Company and Lázaro Rosa Violán.

My Lisbon: Discovering our newest home with Priscila and Pedro.

We spent some time with Head Host’s Pedro and Priscila to get to know our neighbourhood.

Cultural Connections: Celebrating Community Within Our Properties.

At Locke, we believe in the power of community and open up our spaces to bring people together.

My Global Studio: Logging on from Locke with Chloe Ambrose & Amber Rose Smith.

Discover Turing Locke through two freelance creatives in Locke’s coworking spaces.

The best way to celebrate Graduation in Cambridge.

Your place to stay at Turing Locke.

My Edinburgh: Exploring the city with our House Hosts.

Explore Eden Locke and more through local eyes.

My Munich: Explore the city with our House Hosts.

Explore WunderLocke and more through local eyes.

Edinburgh's creative hubs with Lauren Morsley.

The artist tells us about her keycard design at Eden Locke.

What's on in Munich.

Munich has a packed events calendar. Stay in our two aparthotel locations this summer.

Earth Day: Embracing Urban Rewilding.

This Earth Day we are looking at our Locke properties that have incorporated re-wilding aspects into their design and surrounding areas.

3 Easy Running Routes around Bermondsey.

As the London Marathon approaches, we've mapped out three scenic routes near Bermonds Locke.

Berlin Awakens, Springtime Hotspots around Locke at East Side Gallery.

Berlin local, creator and friend of Locke, Lorena Schi shares her favourite spots around Locke at East Side Gallery, perfect for the new season.