The London Eye changed the capital forever – and is a far cry from today’s Broken Britain
If there’s anyone who can allow themselves a wistful gaze up at the London Eye this weekend as it celebrates its 25th anniversary, it’s the iconic wheel’s co-architect Julia Barfield. “I’ve been going ...
Usher sets sail across River Thames after opening epic 10-night London residency
R&B legend Usher began his London residency this weekend and followed up his epic opening show with a boat trip down the ...
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I designed the London Eye — but without this sharp-eyed journalist it wouldn't have been built
and the BT Tower in the other. The idea came to him like a lightbulb moment: “How can we get people high up to see that amazing views of London?” There was nowhere at that time. You could ...
First look: London landmarks brought to life in Lego replica
The impressive structures form part of Legoland’s revamped Miniland London attraction, which already boasts Lego versions of the Elizabeth Tower, the London Eye and Buckingham Palace. Miniland London ...
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London Eye at 25: The wheel that nearly wasn't
"It's about celebrating London," says architect Julia Barfield who designed the London Eye It's a perfect day to be high over the River Thames when I join Julia for yet another turn on the ...