A Perfect Spring Day in London

Isabelle Harrison
Feb 21
3 min read

Updated: Aug 20

Our favourite time to Wander the capital...

Bursting with blossoms and bright new energy after winter’s passed, spring in London is a gorgeous time to visit the U.K. capital. It’s also one of the best seasons to explore the city if you’re looking to avoid the big crowds of summer and at Christmastime. Keeping an umbrella in tow is a must, as the weather in London can change from warm and sunny to cold and rainy rather quickly. Average daily temperatures range from a low of 5°C (41°F) and high of 12°C (54°F) in March to a low of 10°C (50°F) and high of 19°C (66°F) in May.

Whether you want to wander like a botanist to explore the city’s beautiful blooms or wander like a bookworm on the hunt for your next read, we’ve got you covered! Here’s what a perfect London spring day looks like to us!

Kyoto Garden in Holland Park

Kyoto Garden is a serene oasis nestled in the center of London’s enchanting Holland Park. Designed by Japanese architects as a gift from the city of Kyoto in 1992 to honour the deep friendship between Japan and Great Britain, the garden boasts a traditional tiered waterfall that cascades into a koi pond and luscious surroundings reflective of the peace and tranquility between the two nations.

You may even find yourself lucky enough to be surrounded by “sakura pink” - the delicate shade inspired by cherry blossoms that overflow the garden at peak bloom which falls between the end of March and early May. Stone lanterns called tōrō line various parts of the garden as well, ranging in shape and size. Originally used to illuminate paths to Buddhist temples, they are often placed in tea masters’ gardens as a meaningful decorative feature.

And an impossibly fun and Instagrammable feature of Kyoto Garden: the peacocks! Peacocks are not native to the United Kingdom, but there are reportedly about 12 foreigners roaming around the garden right here in London.

Afternoon Tea at the Sanderson Hotel

Time for tea! The Sanderson Hotel in Soho is an exquisite example of how whimsical surrealist design can transport you to what feels like another world. And that’s exactly what happens as you enter Mad Hatters Afternoon Tea, a tantalizingly delicious riff on the magic of Alice in Wonderland. There you’ll delight in pastries like Queen of Hearts, a pistachio & ricotta cheesecake accompanied by red berry curd and Tweedle Brothers, a valrhona dark chocolate tart drizzled in salted caramel and mascarpone cream.

Don’t miss the Mad Hatter - a green tea infused with passion fruit, guava and mango, or Cheshire Cat - marmalade orange oolong infused with chocolate and hugging orange.

Coal Drops Yard at King's Cross

Boutique clothing shops and a bespoke mix of restaurants, pubs, gyms and beauty salons line the canalside development Coal Drops Yard - a new and trendy space for foodies, fashionistas, artists and everyone in between. The uniquely historic site, once home to coal sheds and an abandoned railroad, juxtaposes London’s Victorian era industrial history with the bustling excitement of today.

Whether you’re looking for the best place for Sunday Roast or the next dress you’ll wear to a wedding, there is something for everyone at Coal Drops Yard. Check out the posh supermarket Waitrose housed in an old historic train shed or exercise your face at a gym designed specifically to help you kickstart your skin’s metabolism for a unique facial fitness experience.

Find your next book floating on Regent’s Canal at London’s famous book barge, Word on the Water! The 100-year-old Dutch vessel is neatly lined with rows of new and used classics, cult, contemporary fiction and a large range of children’s books.

Plus, check out the events calendar which always has something new and fun to try!

The Albion Pub

Albion is the earliest-known name for Britain used by ancient Greeks in the 4th century BCE to describe the island. It is also the name of an Islington pub whose cozy Georgian architecture and spectacular beer garden make it a top stop for locals looking to enjoy a traditional English atmosphere. It’s a lovely outdoor terrace to enjoy as the city welcomes in the warmer weather.

The Albion boasts a wide selection of lagers, beers, real ales and ciders, along with a wine list developed by one of the United Kingdom’s top experts. Bubbly beverages and the robust wine collection complement the Albion’s food menu which at once combines seasonality and tradition.