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Win a night of Romance

WIN the romantic night of your dreamsJanuary 24, 2012

The high point of 2011, for the romantics among us, was surely William and Catherine’s wonderful wedding in Westminster Cathedral. And the story of how he proposed, after flying her in a helicopter to a remote and inaccessible lake, overlooked by the dramatic snow-capped peak of Mount Kenya, takes some beating. So, we have a challenge [...] Read more...
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The Tate Modern

Ten must-see attractions for art lovers in LondonJuly 22, 2011

You’re only in London for a couple of days and want to do the full-on “culture vulture” thing – but where do you start? The Milestone’s Head Concierge, Jim Cameron, gives you his top tips. Read more...
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Aquilegia, Chelsea Flower Show

The world’s ultimate gardening event is coming into bloomApril 28, 2011

The Chelsea Flower Show, a four day explosion of colours fragrances, a celebration of all things bright and beautiful, is rapidly approaching (24-28 May). Andrew Pike, General Manager of the nearby The Milestone Hotel, shares some fascinating facts about is the world’s most famous horticultural event. Read more...
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London Bus passing St Paul's Cathedral

Just the ticket – one bus that takes you to 12 great destinationsFebruary 2, 2011

Want a cheap and easy way to visit many of London’s most popular tourist attractions? Then hop aboard the number 9 bus. It stops right next to the Milestone Hotel, and as General Manager Andrew Pike explains, it takes you to at least 12 of the capital’s “must see” destinations. Read more...
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Wine

A woman with bottleNovember 1, 2010

The world of wine has always been an exclusively male domain, but the diminutive Lia Poveda, Sommelier at the Milestone Hotel, has more than enough passion to change all that – as this interview reveals. Read more...
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The Conservatory at The Milestone

Podcast – Challenges of a five star hotelOctober 22, 2010

Roger Collis interviews Andrew Pike, General Manager of the five star Milestone Hotel in Kensington, London. Andrew discusses the opportunities and challenges of the luxury hotel market.
 
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Graveyard

Things you never knew about HalloweenOctober 18, 2010

The Milestone Hotel’s Head Chef, Ryan O’Flynn, has been busy preparing his Halloween menu – and he’s discovered some frightening facts in the process. Read more… Read more...
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Antique Hunting in London

Hunting for Treasure in LondonApril 16, 2010

Jim Cameron, Concierge of the Milestone Hotel, has been helping guests hunt down all manner of rare collectables for years. One secret is knowing where to start. Read more...
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Discover Kensington

Discover KensingtonNovember 19, 2009

Jim Cameron, Head Concierge of The Milestone Hotel reveals a few of his favourite attractions, up and coming events as well as a few curiosities in London’s historic Kensington. Read more...
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