Day trips & experiences

A collection of 40 places curated by Benjamin Ashiagbor Jnr

Places to go and stuff to do on a whim or if we need switch up from the 40hr work week

Places in this collection

  1. V&A East Storehouse

    attraction

    Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, East Storehouse, V&A, Parkes St, London E20 3AX

    Coolest free museum

    V&A East StorehouseView on Google Maps
  2. Richmond Hill - Viewing Point

    attraction

    Richmond Hill, Richmond TW10, UK

    A beautiful spot to watch the sunset during golden hour.

    Richmond Hill - Viewing PointView on Google Maps
  3. Osbornes

    restaurant

    No.8 The Cocklesheds, High Street, Leigh-on-Sea SS9 2ER, United Kingdom

    Offers a variety of seafood bites including seafood sticks, cockles doused in vinegar and black pepper, and rollmop (pickled herring fillet rolled around pickled onion).

    OsbornesView on Google Maps
  4. Southerndown

    attraction

    Bridgend, UK

    SoutherndownView on Google Maps
  5. Furgus

    cafe

    103 Broadway, Southend-on-Sea, Leigh-on-Sea SS9 1PG, United Kingdom

    Newly opened cafe with rave reviews. Offers a delicious full English breakfast and a focaccia sandwich with chicken, nduja, and vodka sauce. Their French toast, filled with custardy, buttery goodness, is highly recommended.

    FurgusView on Google Maps
  6. The Crooked Billet

    bar

    Essex, 51 High St, Southend-on-Sea, Leigh-on-Sea SS9 2EP, United Kingdom

    A pub overlooking the harbour, perfect for enjoying pints and seaside views.

    The Crooked BilletView on Google Maps
  7. Isabella Plantation

    attraction

    Richmond Park, Richmond TW10 5HS, United Kingdom

    A fairytale park to visit in London this month

    Isabella PlantationView on Google Maps
  8. Richmond Station

    other

    Richmond (London) Station, The Quadrant, Richmond, Greater, London TW9 2NA, United Kingdom

    Starting point for a walk in Richmond, 20 minutes by train from Central London.

    Richmond StationView on Google Maps
  9. Petersham Nurseries Restaurant, Richmond

    restaurant

    Off Church Ln, Petersham Rd, Richmond TW10 7AB, United Kingdom

    A cafe and nursery to visit during a walk in Richmond.

    Petersham Nurseries Restaurant, RichmondView on Google Maps
  10. Richmond Lock and Footbridge

    attraction

    Richmond Lock and Footbridge, Twickenham TW1 1QX, United Kingdom

    A point of interest along the walk in Richmond.

    Richmond Lock and FootbridgeView on Google Maps
  11. Migrateful

    activity

    Migrateful Cookery School 3 Corners Centre, Corporation Row, London EC1R 0HU, United Kingdom

    Refugee-led cookery classes teaching dishes from various home countries, supporting chefs in their integration journey in the UK. The video features an Iranian cooking class led by Ladan, where participants learn to make dishes like Tachin, Kashk e Bademjan, Fesenjan, Burany Kadu, and Nargesi.

    MigratefulView on Google Maps
  12. The Minack Theatre

    attraction

    Porthcurno, Penzance TR19 6JU, United Kingdom

    An open-air theatre carved into the granite cliffs, offering stunning sea views. Visitors can explore during the day (around £10 entry, pre-booking essential, go early for quiet and photos) or book a show from spring to early autumn (tickets £20-£30, sell out quickly). It gets cold, so bring layers and something to sit on.

    The Minack TheatreView on Google Maps
  13. Parc national des Calanques

    attraction

    13008 Marseille, France

    Dreamiest swim spot

    Parc national des CalanquesView on Google Maps
  14. Marseille

    other

    France

    A perfect mix of European beach town and grungy city life, ideal for a 4-day solo holiday.

    MarseilleView on Google Maps
  15. Livingston

    restaurant

    Marseille, France

    A dinner experience with a multi-plate, three-course meal featuring exceptional seasonal flavors.

    LivingstonView on Google Maps
  16. Pompe boulangerie

    cafe

    84 Bd Vauban, 13006 Marseille, France

    A cafe with a perfect co-working vibe.

    Pompe boulangerieView on Google Maps
  17. Chez Moe

    cafe

    38 Grand Rue, 13002 Marseille, France

    A cozy spot for a matcha.

    Chez MoeView on Google Maps
  18. Apt.20

    cafe

    4 Rue Grignan, 13001 Marseille, France

    An apartment-style cafe that made the best matcha of the trip.

    Apt.20View on Google Maps
  19. Ferments Bakery

    cafe

    95 Rue de Lodi, 13006 Marseille, France

    Known for one of the best pain au chocolat and beautiful bread.

    Ferments BakeryView on Google Maps
  20. Petrin Couchette

    restaurant

    7 Cr Saint-Louis, 13001 Marseille, France

    A cool kid cafe that makes a delicious chocolate chip cookie.

    Petrin CouchetteView on Google Maps