The Royal Exchange in London – home to exclusive shops such as Tiffany, Fortnum & Mason, and Boodles – is at the heart of one of the world’s most vibrant financial centres. But yesterday the landmark, founded in 1566 to act as a centre of commerce for the City of London, was empty despite the … Read more
Newly uncovered phone data has revealed that only a handful of workers are commuting into the UK’s mostly-deserted big cities. However, journeys to smaller towns seem to be picking up and returning to similar levels as pre-lockdown. The data showed that Edinburgh was the city which saw the least workers return to its streets with … Read more
It’s long been known as a favourite party spot for both ordinary Britons alongside glamorous celebrities – and the world’s influencers are returning to the island in force with their Instagram accounts at the ready. But since the coronavirus pandemic set in, the Spanish island of Ibiza has been largely free of tourists and sun-seekers. … Read more
Aerial photos show a deserted Glastonbury on day 200,000 revellers were due to celebrate start festival’s 50th anniversary as die-hard fans recreate event at home Britons are preparing for the 50th anniversary of Glastonbury by pitching tents in their own back gardens Glastonbury organisers announced in March the festival would be cancelled amid concerns over … Read more
Some of Britain’s best-kept secrets, whether stately homes with hidden rooms or bars with concealed entrances, come with fascinating histories. Other gems have been rescued from decades of neglect and brought back to life by passionate volunteers. Nature plays its part too, with ancient woodlands, rivers and coastlines that are a wonderful world away from … Read more
Elderly coronavirus patients in care homes should be evacuated to the empty Nightingale hospitals, MP demanded yesterday. At least 7,500 elderly residents have died from coronavirus amidst warnings that the virus was a potential disaster for the caring sector. Scientists initially warned the government that hospitals would not be able to cope with the influx … Read more
Mecca is deserted during Ramadan as Muslims around the world are forced to celebrate in isolation due to coronavirus lockdowns The holy month is taking place under unprecedented circumstances this year Millions of Muslims who would usually pray in mosques aren’t allowed The central courtyard at Mecca, the Prophet Muhammad’s birthplace, is empty Here’s how … Read more
Even the deer are socially distancing! Wildlife takes over deserted street outside Cornish pub but stay six feet apart from each other Incredible photo shows four deer standing in a row in Boscastle, North Cornwall The image was captured on live webcam by The Riverside guest house on Friday It follows a herd of deer … Read more
Dozens of homeless people are sleeping at deserted Heathrow airport during coronavirus pandemic after being stranded Woman in her 40s revealed the number of rough sleepers at Heathrow has risen She said when she arrived in October there were 15 but now more like 30 people Is the responsibility of Ministry of Housing, Communities and … Read more
Italian police shared a video online on Tuesday in which they are seen using drones to hunt down a man lying alone on a beach, before issuing him with a fine. The police officers can be seen flying a drone to survey the beach from above before finding the unaware sunbather, and then closing in … Read more