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Leicester Square ice rink deal sparks row over 'privatised' public space

Local businesses complain one of London's most famous public spaces is increasingly being closed off for commercial events

Evening Standard · Oct 28

London’s Prince Charles Cinema ends 21-month lease battle with a 25-year deal

London’s Prince Charles Cinema has secured its future after 21 months of uncertainty over its lease, signing a new 25-year agreement without a break clause following a public campaign that attracted more than 168,000 petition signatures. The independent cinema, located near Leicester Square in London’s West End, faced the prospect…

The Times of India · Oct 24

Man rushed to hospital with 'life changing' head injury following assault at London tourist hotspot

Large police cordon at Leicester Square after incident that saw man in his 40s taken to major trauma centre

Evening Standard · Oct 15

Tom Cruise debuts striking new red hair at London premiere of new movie Digger

Tom Cruise cut a dapper figure in a tuxedo, bow tie and sported a new red hairstyle, as he walked the red carpet at Leicester Square

Evening Standard · Sep 22

Margaret Qualley walks white carpet in barefoot Chanel sandals

The 31-year-old attended the world premiere of her upcoming film, The Dog Stars, in London on Thursday evening sporting black Chanel footwear.

Evening Standard · Aug 20

Sir Ridley Scott: ‘Great writing is like great music’

The director, 88, known for Gladiator, The Martian and Thelma and Louise, was behind the film adaptation of Peter Heller’s 2012 novel, The Dog Stars.

Evening Standard · Aug 20

Haldiram's London outlet closed just weeks after its opening; Here's why and will it reopen?

Haldiram's Leicester Square restaurant has temporarily closed its doors for essential electrical works. The popular Indian eatery shut down operations on July 21, 2026, as confirmed by its management. This closure follows a highly anticipated and successful launch just weeks prior. The brand assured customers that updates regarding the reopening…

The Economic Times · Aug 3

Haldiram's new diner to bring mithai, namkeen to London's Leicester Square

Haldiram's is launching its first UK restaurant in London's Leicester Square next Thursday. The eatery aims to introduce Indian sweets and snacks to a wider audience. Rhea Agarwal, leading the expansion, blends traditional tastes with modern touches. The restaurant will offer vegan options and affordable prices. This marks a significant…

The Economic Times · Jun 18

Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt reunite for Devil Wears Prada 2's London premiere

The stars brought high fashion to Leicester Square as the long-awaited sequel to the 2006 hit made its European debut

Evening Standard · Apr 22

Love Island star has Louis Vuitton handbag stolen in Leicester Square

Lauren Wood realised the bag was missing shortly after arriving at The Londoner hotel

Evening Standard · Apr 15