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Daily Mirror
18-05-2025
- Daily Mirror
Traditional UK seaside town named one of the best places to live in Britain
Long overshadowed by its historic neighbour, this seaside town in East Sussex has become a coveted hub thanks to its booming culinary scene and convenient commute to the capital A seaside town in East Sussex has been dubbed one of the best places to live in Britain according to a new ranking. Long in the shadow of its historic neighbour, Hastings, this UK destination has taken the title of 'cool cousin' for its emerging arts scene, chic restaurants and beautiful landscape. The award-winning lifestyle platform, Muddy Stilettos, has shared its list of the best places to live in the UK. While the top 10 Sussex destinations ranged from quaint country villages to sleepy hamlets, St. Leonards-On-Sea was a standout. St. Leonards - known colloquially as Lennies - is known for its distinct combination of elegance and edge. The town sits in the shadow of neighbouring Hastings which is well-loved for its impressive historic Old Town, but St. Leonards has been gaining wider attention for its seaside charm. According to Muddy Stilettos, St. Leonards showcases the best of its neighbours of Bexhill and Hastings. The town offers access to 'raw but beautiful Regency and Art Deco architecture' as well as a 'quiet and long beach' with proximity to the greenery of Hasting Country Park. One of the reasons St. Leonards is growing in popularity as a place for Britons to settle down has to do with its proximity to the capital. St. Leonards locals are within commutable distance to London, with trains to London Bridge taking approximately 90 - 100minutes and trains to London Victoria taking about 110 mins. St. Leonards is also a convenient distance to other major cities. Brighton is only a 30-minute direct train ride away from St. Leonards' Warrior Square Station and there are great links to Tunbridge Wells and Sevenoaks in Kent. In addition to its ranking on Muddy Stilettos' list of the top places to live in Sussex, St. Leonards was included in the The Times' list of the best places to live by the sea in 2024. According to The Times, the growing popularity of the town has a lot to do with its impressive culinary scene. The publication confirmed that the opening of a new farm-to-table restaurant Bayte confirmed the town's status as a 'top-table place for sophisticated seaside escapes'. Bayte has a family connection to the Richmond staple, Petersham Nurseries, and promises the same exceptional gastronomic experience. Food-focused travellers will also be impressed with the many delights to be found on St. Leonards' Kings Road. Natural wines and small plate restaurants are rife throughout the high street, with some local favourites including the Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant, The Royal, and the seafood-centric Galleria. Kings Road also promises optimal shopping and cultural experiences, for both tourists and locals. Art galleries, boutique clothing and home goods stores offer a mix of high-quality and hand-made wares. The spirit of community is also one of the main attractions of the area. Cultural festivals like St. Leonards Fest and the frequent indoor vintage markets help encourage and cultivate community in the seaside town. According to Muddy Stilletos, the pandemic saw house prices increase in the area, rising to an average of £330,000 and going as high as £900,000 for a townhouse. This is partially attributed to the strong schools in the area, with state primaries and secondaries rated 'Good' by Ofsted. Full list of Top 10 best places to live in Sussex Alfriston Amberley Cuckfield Hove Kingston-near-Lewes Petworth Rye St. Leonards-On-Sea Ticehurst Worthing
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Yahoo
The Kent city named best place to live less than an hour from London
As the days get longer, you might be looking at taking more weekend breaks. London has great public transport links to practically anywhere in the UK, making destination options endless. But if you would prefer a quick journey to your getaway, then you are in luck. The historical city of Canterbury is less than an hour from central London and offers a wealth of activities to enjoy over a long weekend. Plus, it was previously named the best place to live in Kent by the popular website Muddy Stilettos. A train journey to Canterbury takes just over 50 minutes from St Pancras, or for a slightly cheaper but slower option, you can catch a train from Victoria Station that takes an hour and a half. Canterbury is well known for its deep historical roots, with medieval and Roman connections that still exist today. With Roman walls surrounding the city centre and the Westgate towers welcoming you on arrival, you see the city's rich history from the moment you arrive. Canterbury Cathedral is the region's most iconic landmark, with its grand style, being the oldest Christian structure in England and also being part of the World Heritage Site. Along with the city's history, there is also a great shopping scene, from the Fenwick department store to a large Primark and endless amounts of independent and quirky shops. Recommended Reading 5 of the best places for a weekend getaway from London Visit the village of Chilham for the perfect weekend getaway The beautiful Kent village less than an hour from London for a weekend trip And you won't go hungry, with plenty of choices for food, whether a quick meal from City Fish Bar or a bottomless brunch from The Drapers Arms. Away from the busy shopping scene, you can enjoy more calm activities like taking a walk through Dane John Garden or along the river at the Westgate Gardens. Plus, you can even take a boat ride on the River Stour with a number of companies offering a tour, including Westgate Punts, Canterbury Punting Company and Canterbury Historic River Tours.
Time Out
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
The best pub in London in 2025, according to lifestyle guide Muddy Stilettos
It is officially beer garden season! The weather is now clement enough for you to sit outside the best of London's pubs and sip a shandy in the sun. It's also time for a lucky boozer to be named the best in London. Congrats to the Punch Bowl in Mayfair, which lifestyle guide Muddy Stilettos has named the city's 'best destination pub' in the 2025 Muddy Stilettos Awards. Now in its 12th year, each year the awards recognise a host of shops, pubs, hotels and venues according to public votes. The Punch Bowl is a Georgian pub on a central London backstreet (Farm Street, to be exact). It used to belong to Guy Ritchie and Madonna, who bought it from Greg Foreman, son of gangster and Kray twins associate Freddie Foreman, in 2008. Ritchie sold the pub in 2013 and it was refurbished in 20914. It's now run by Butcombe Brewery and, impressively, is open from 8am for breakfast, serving a £50 sharing brekkie grill platter. The Grade II-listed boozer dates back to 1750. Speaking about the pub's win, The Punch Bowl's general manager Kyra Roberts said: 'We're absolutely delighted to have won Best Destination Pub in London! The team works tirelessly to give our guests the very best experience – from our exceptional food and drink to the live music, supper clubs and quiz nights we organise each month. 'We love the community we serve and to know our reputation for quality is spreading, leading to us winning an award as prestigious as this, is incredible!' The Punch Bowl beat out other pub finalists The Albion in Islington, The Holly Bush in Hampstead, The Three Crowns in Stoke Newington and The Wolfpack Inn in Fulham.
Time Out
08-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Time Out
The best deli in London has been crowned for 2025
London is a town stacked with very decent delis. You're never more than a few steps away from a neatly curated shop in which to buy your Torres crisps and Perello olives. Ever wondered which is the best, though? Well, lifestyle site Muddy Stilettos thinks it knows, and has crowned London's greatest deli in the Muddy Stilettos Awards 2025. The awards are based on reader votes, and they're now in their 12th year. And the winner is… The Larder Deli in Lewisham, south London. Friends Katherine & Cynthia opened the shop in 2014, which can be found at 71 Ladywell Road. They stock your classic deli shop fare; cheese, charcuterie, craft beers, jam and chutney, as well as lots of booze. All your picnic needs, catered for. The finalists in the deli category were Giacobazzi's Delicatessen in Hampstead, Oren Delicatessen in London Fields, Stokey's Delicatessen in Stoke Newington and Valentina Delicatessen in East Sheen. About the win, The Larder's Cynthia Lamptey said: 'We're delighted to have won the Muddy Stilettos Best Farm Shop/Deli in London category and proud to have stood alongside an amazing group of finalists. Thank you to everyone who supported us and voted for us. We are truly grateful.' .
Time Out
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
The best café in London has been crowned for 2025
In London, we're lucky to have a bucketload of top tier independent cafés and bakeries. From old school caffs, to hipster hangouts our coffee shops are dishing out coffees, cakes and pastries around the clock that are worth queuing for – and we've ranked our favourites for you here. But a new list of the top cafés in London has just been revealed by the 2025 Muddy Stilettos Awards. Now in its 12th year, each year the awards recognise the best independent businesses in a variety of categories according to public votes. According to Muddy Stilettos, London's best café in 2025 is Swiss Bread Bakery & Café in Richmond. This indie coffee shop is run by best friends Andre and Tanja, who both hail from Switzerland, and is beloved for its fresh breads, croissants, cakes and cinnamon buns. The pair are also known for their Swiss lunches, which include flammkuchen, fondue, sausage boards and weekly specials. Runners up for the best café in London were popular brunch spot Apple Butter in Covent Garden, De Morgan Café in Holland Park, Peggy Porschen in Belgravia and Urban Pantry in Chiswick. Regional winners of each category will go head to head in the awards finals in June this year. The overall winners will be decided by the Muddy Stilettos editors. ☕️ The best cafés and coffee shops in London, according to Time Out.
