Blog of Mercure Hyde Park

The Serpentine New Year’s Day fun run is back! Starting in Hyde Park, runners have a choice between a 3k or 10k run to start off their New Year with a rush. The race itself starts at 11am and runners navigate on entirely traffic free paths through Hyde Park, most of the race takes place in the grounds of Kensington Gardens.

In 2023, Chinese New Year, also known as Lunar New Year and Spring Festival across the globe, falls on Sunday 22^nd January. Each year the celebrations attract hundreds of thousands of people from all over the world, organised by the London Chinatown Chinese Association (LCCA), the free Chinese New Year celebrations usually feature an awe-inspiring parade and a vibrant one-day festival that takes place in Trafalgar Square.

Whether you are looking to entertain a toddler, a bored teenager or a noisy ten-year-old. You will find plenty of things to do in London. 

Book a night stay now at Mercure London Hyde Park and have a fun-filled Easter weekend in the capital. 

Enjoy family fun in the City this half-term, take the kids to the capital's top attractions and take advantage of these fantastic events.

With exciting museums, interactive exhibitions and brilliant theatre shows, you’ll find plenty of things to do during the half-term week in London to suit all budgets and ages.

The incredible, award-winning Winter Lights returns to Canary Wharf in January for a sixth year in 2020. 

BOOK a night stay at Mercure London Hyde Park now and take advantage of this immersive, sparkling experience in the City. 

Circus 1903 returns to the Royal Festival Hall this winter with a spectacular new show! Come and see breathtaking performances, daredevil stunts and thrilling acrobatics in this magical, turn-of-the-century circus.

Following a sold-out series of Halloween boat parties last year, ‘Pirates of the River Thames’ returns to London’s iconic river this October for a spook-tacular, waterborne dance extravaganza, with crews setting sail on Saturday 26^th and Thursday 31^st October.

Winter Wonderland – “London’s biggest festive extravaganza” (Marie Claire) – returns to Hyde Park this November! The launch event is at 4pm on 21^st November, and Winter Wonderland then throws its doors open every day from 22^nd November to 5^th January 2020 (except Christmas Day itself), 10am to 10pm.

One of the world’s most renowned annual classical music festivals, the BBC Proms, will draw to a spectacular close in Hyde Park on 14th September with Proms in the Park. Celebrate the grand finale of this two-month musical extravaganza with this spectacular outdoor concert: the largest open-air classical music event in the country, you can expect live music, fireworks, singalongs – and, of course, a plethora of exceptional talent!

Are you brave enough to tackle the world’s longest, fastest urban zip wire? Back in London until 15th September is Zip Now, an absolute must for adrenaline-junkies: the zip wire is 100 feet high and 225 metres long, and whizzes you past some of London’s most iconic landmarks at speeds up to 50 kilometres per hour!

Outdoor theatre is a stalwart of British summer, and some of the country’s best productions can be seen at the award-winning Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre. Rightly labelled “one of the capital’s most exciting spaces” by The Guardian, this pioneering theatre presents performances of exceptional quality against the beautiful backdrop of a Royal Park.

Head down to Merchant’s Square this summer and enjoy their Screen in the Square. From now until September, their impressively large screen is being used for several fun events: all are completely free, so there’s no excuse not to join the fun!

London Festival of Architecture comes to London for the month of June. 

The festival looks at the capital's buildings through tours, talks, installations and other activities including a comedy show at the top of the BT tower 1-30 June. 

Take part of the action and stay the night at Mercure London Hyde Park in June. 

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Looking for a family day out that won’t break the bank? Here’s five of our top picks for family fun this summer – and best of all, they’re completely free!

All five days out are an easy walk or tube ride away from the Mercure Hyde Park: book now and start planning your summer of fun!

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Book your tickets now for Paddington Covers 2019, grab your friends and family and get ready to party in the sunshine.

The 2019 line up

Friday 28 June Stevie Wonder, Bon Jovi, Madonna and The Rolling Stones

Friday 26 July Dolly Parton, Elvis, Adele and ABBA

Friday 30 August Bryan Adams, Take That, Ed Sheeren and Queen

BOOK a night stay now at Mercure London Hyde Park to take advantage of all the action. 

Explore London events in April 2019, there is always lots going on in the bustling city. Read our guide as top tips for things to do in April this year: 

BOOK NOW for a night stay at Mercure London Hyde Park now for April 2019, rooms available from just £99.

Family attractions and activities for kids in London

Keep the whole family entertained with a weekend in London, There are plenty of kid-friendly places to visit in the Capital. 

For a fun-filled weekend in London, Book a night stay now! 

Time Out 50 Years, 50 Covers Exhibition 

Museum of Brands, Ladbroke Grove

An exhibition of Time Out cover designs, dating right back to our first issue in 1968.

Visit the Exhibition and take advantage of a night stay at Mercure London Hyde Park just moments away.

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Celebrate International Women’s Day 2019 with the best things to do, events and activities happening across London

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Kids go are for this fantastic exhibition, leave daylight behind and put your senses to the test... 

Explore the latest exhibition at the Natural History Museum

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The Best You Expo 2019, soon to take place in February for the second time in Olympia London.

BOOK a night stay now and take advantage of a weekend in London. 

Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park, from exciting fairground rides to ice skating and charming christmas markets – join the fun at Winter wonderland Hyde Park, London.

This summer, Hyde Park not only offers beautiful scenery and nature but it is also a prime sight to view some of London’s finest pieces of art.

If you are visiting London with the family, make sure you check out the art on display at Hyde Park and book to stay at the Mercure Hyde Park Hotel.

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The Parks Half Marathon is a major annual fundraising event, enabling runners of all ages to participate from across the world.

Make sure not to miss out and book to stay at the Mercure Hyde Park Hotel, located minutes away from the event.

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On the 8^th and 9^th of August bring the whole family and connect with nature at Hyde Park’s discovery day. There are many activities on offer which are sure to be exciting for everyone.

Take the kids and make a weekend out of it! Book to stay at the Mercure Hyde Park Hotel.

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With the sun out there are many things to do at Hyde Park that we’re sure you’ll enjoy. Whether it is enjoying the wilderness or going for ice cream – there is something for everyone.

Book to stay at the Mercure Hyde Park Hotel, located minutes away from London’s best picnic spots.

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BARCLAYCARD PRESENTS BRITISH SUMMER TIME HYDE PARK 2018

Barclaycard presents British Summer Time Hyde Park 2018: Michael Bublé, Van Morrison, The Shires

Paddington: Start your day in Paddington station, where the polite bear first arrived from Darkest Peru. Head over to platform one, where you can pose for a selfie with the bronze Paddington Bear statue under the clock, near to where the loveable Brown family first found him.

Little Venice: Take a stroll along the tranquil waterways of Bond's neighbourhood of Little Venice, where there are plenty of cafes, pubs and restaurants to refuel in once you’ve finished off your marmalade sandwiches.

Every fancied being your own captain? With GoBoat London you can be just that. The self-drive electric boats can be hired from one hour to eight hours, for groups of up to eight people.

Paternoster Square is turning yellow this weekend with a field of glowing daffodils 

This weekend, Paternoster Square by St Paul's will once again be illuminated by 4000 resplendent daffodils. The flowers, and a series of stained-glass structures, will light up each evening in support of the Great Daffodil Appeal.

Visit London this February, take advantage of a night stay from just £120.60.

Mercure London Hyde Park Hotel is an exclusively designed boutique hotel, tucked away in a peaceful and lush garden square.

Book a city break in London this February and enjoy all the romantic things to do. 
Sip on champagne as you soar above the Thames with the London Eye Champagne Experience, Watch the sun set over the capital from The View from The Shard.

Things to do during February half-term in London

Keep the kids entertained over the school holiday with a fun-filled February half-term 2018 in London.

The Year of the Dog is coming up for 2018 and, as usual, Chinese New Year in London will be one of the most exciting events in February, full of colour, noise and dragons.

January is a fantastic month to visit London on a budget. The January sales are on, so you can shop at some of London's top shopping destinations for less.

Enjoy the entertainment and and cheer on the marching brass bands, colourful performers and elaborate floats in the New Year's Day Parade, as it winds its way through the city on 1st January.

This holiday season, you have the opportunity to admire the marvellous Christmas lights of Connaught Village. Located a mere ten minutes from the luxurious Mercure Hyde Park Hotel, it is one of London’s most beautiful hidden gems.

Open from 10am – 10pm, stretch out and practise your skating moves during a crisp morning skate. Enjoy the afternoon sun as it glistens on the ice, soak up the romantic atmosphere at twilight, or skate after dark under the stars.

Every year, the Serpentine Galleries commissions a different architect to design a unique temporary structure to be enjoyed by guests, and this year, they have out done themselves. Award-winning architect, Diébédo Francis Kéré, has designed the 2017 Serpentine Pavilion.

On the 9^th of December 2017, Hyde Park will be hosting an exciting traditional crafts day. You’ll have the chance to escape the busy shopping streets for the morning, and instead enjoy a quiet morning in nature, creating your own natural festive decorations.

From the 17th of November till the January the 1st (excluding Christmas day) Winter Wonderland will be hosting the all new Cirque Berserk show.

Hyde Park has a fleet of rowing and pedal boats which operate on the famous Serpentine and the UK's first Solarshuttle, a magnificent vessel which glides silently across the lake powered only by the sun.

Be charmed by a stylish royal residence.

Kensington Palace is a royal residence set in Kensington Gardens, in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea in London, England.

Frieze London is the contemporary art event of the year. In addition to being able to see and buy art by over 1,000 of the world's leading artists, the fair features Frieze Projects, the fair's unique, critically acclaimed programme of artist commissions and Frieze Talks, a prestigious programme of debates, panel discussions and keynote lectures.

July has fun for all... as well as Wimbledon tennis, July also means we're deep in festival season and, yes, the summer holidays too. Summer also means lots of new pop-ups, alfresco dining and hours spent lounging around London popular venues. 

One of London’s most famous Royal Parks, Hyde Park, is always a popular destination in the summertime. And with good reason, it being perfect for picnics and day outs, all while enjoying the magnificent scenery.

This August bank holiday is welcoming back the largest street festival in Europe. Spread throughout West London, the carnival takes advantage of an area that is popular at the best of times.

The gorgeous flowering gardens of Hampton Court will on display for the enjoyment of the public. The world class show gardens will be available for everyone this July, 4th-9th.

Take advantage of the wonderful London Marathon. Enjoy cheering crowds and fancy dress fundraisers, the London Marathon is our very own world-famous running race.

A true West London summertime favourite is set to appear in Paddington.

Pergola on the Roof, set atop the former Television Centre in White City now has a sister site is launching in Paddington.

Mercure London Hyde Park Hotel is an exclusively designed boutique hotel, discreetly hidden in Talbot Square. This brand new hotel offers 72 newly furnished and contemporary bedrooms in one of the most elegant and central boroughs of London.

AccorHotels today announces that the new Mercure London Hyde Park will open to guests in November this year.  
The Mercure London Hyde Park is situated at 8 - 14 Talbot Square in  four grade II listed London Town Houses just two minutes’ walk from both Paddington and Lancaster Gate stations.  The hotel offers 72 rooms including 3 suites and will be run by London Town Group of Companies Ltd under franchise.

AccorHotels is set to open a new Mercure property this November.

Housed within four grade II listed town houses, the Mercure London Hyde Park will be within walking distance of Paddington and Lancaster Gate underground stations. It will have 72 rooms, including three suites, a restaurant, bar and fitness center.

The hotel will be operated under a franchise agreement with the London Town Hotels Group, who own the property. It is currently undergoing an extensive renovation and will re-open under its new Mercure branding in autumn this year.