Ok, so now remember; with a heatwave on, it really is time to take care of yourself so please take a few tips from us

wear a sun hat
slather on the factor 50
keep splashing yourself with water
stay in the shade
drink lots of water

and….

get out more

Try dining al fresco

There’s a new Summer trend in dining and it’s Pop up restaurants – seasonal, stylish and in really cool places – and for a very limited season only.

The picturesque gardens at Gray’s Inn are known as The Walks. Originally designed in 1606 by the Treasurer of Gray’s Inn, Sir Francis Bacon, whose statue can be seen in the South Square, the gardens are the perfect backdrop for an al fresco lunch or special dining occasion at The Griffin Restaurant.

This is a peaceful sanctuary with a truly peaceful ambience, hidden away from the bustling streets of the surrounding city, yet just a five-minute walk from Chancery Lane station and offering ample car parking facilities. This five-acre secluded and private garden is equipped with an elegant marquee offering opportunities for private and corporate summer events from champagne receptions and Mediterranean barbecues, to wedding receptions and formal dinner-and-dancing in the evenings.

outdoor drama in the city

With ecofriendly airconditioning and great entertainment thrown in, the outdoor theatre is certainly a must in a heatwave. Take a hamper and a rug and cool down as the sun sets and the stars come out. London has a number of venues such as Kensington Gardens, South Bank, Regents Park and Baker Street all with great productions on this Summer. Prices start at £5 a ticket.

I’ll be heading to Regents Park to see The Importance of Being Ernest, the timeless classic starring a ‘handbag’ – can’t wait to see how this translates to the open air.

Our final tip for you? Have fun and stay cool.