Londonist’s 2025 Rewind: The Articles You Couldn’t Get Enough Of
Alright, Londoners, buckle up! 2025 was a whirlwind year, marked by big changes like new V&A museums, the historic first Lady Mayor's Show, and even the much-anticipated Bakerloop. But what truly captured your imaginations and had you “drooling over” Londonist articles? We’ve got the lowdown on the pieces you absolutely ruddy devoured.
Your curiosity for the quirky and hidden gems of the city shone through. Who knew Londoners had such an “insatiable appetite” for what lies beneath, with our map of Thames tunnels making a splash at #10? And speaking of beloved characters, Paddington Bear's various statue locations (#15) kept you on the hunt, while Santa's Grottos (#9) proved belief in Father Christmas is still “through the roof,” even if he's not quite as popular as another festive figure we'll get to later! You also loved peering behind the scenes, desperate to suss out where Gary Oldman was tucking into breakfast for *Slow Horses* Series 5 (#11).
But it wasn't all about digging deep or celebrity spotting. The city's vibrant events scene consistently drew you in. Whether it was soaking up Wimbledon on the big screen (#14) or enjoying al fresco movie nights featuring *Pulp Fiction* and *Mamma Mia!* (#7), outdoor entertainment was a huge hit. And of course, London's world-beating arts scene dominated, with multiple exhibition guides making the top 15 (#13, #12, #5) – proving that rain or shine, you're always ready to “hunker down” in a gallery. The perennial excitement for London's Christmas lights switch-on (#4) and the stunning cherry blossoms (#3) also showed your love for seasonal beauty.
Perhaps the most talked-about moment was our cheeky April Fool's prank (#6), claiming HS2 would only run between Euston and Old Oak Common. It was “pretty believable,” highlighting a touch of public fatigue with the project! And in a truly surprising twist, the second most-read article was “Just A London Underground Map Translated Into Welsh” (#2). Our theory? A surging contingent of die-hard Londonist fans in the Valleys, obviously! But topping the charts, for the second year running, was “Where To Watch Fireworks On Bonfire Night In London” (#1). You went “absolutely crackers for bangers,” proving you appreciate Guy Fawkes (or at least the ritual burning of his effigy) even more than Santa. Merry Fireworks Night, indeed!
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(Source: https://londonist.com/london/best-of-london/guess-what-our-most-read-article-of-2025-was)
