Category Russell Square
Discover the Russell Square Sculptural Prize Winners at the Brunswick Art Gallery
Did you enjoy the Michael Craig-Martin sculptures in Russell Square during October’s Bloomsbury Festival, which were part of the Russell Square Sculpture Programme? The Russell Square Commissioners have also sponsored, in collaboration with CityLit, The Russell Square Commissioners’ Sculptural Prize to recognize innovation, craftsmanship and critical thinking in Sculpture – and offering students a platform to showcase their […]
Start of the festive season in the Bloomsbury Squares
The festive season got off to an early start in Russell Square on 11 November. A large crowd gathered to watch the switch on of the Christmas tree lights, visited by Father Christmas, Cinderella and Prince Charming together with several extremely tall elves. Imperial Hotels provided drinks and mincepies and there was a splendidly lit […]
Explore Michael Craig-Martin sculptures in Russell Square
Come along to the square to see the Michael Craig-Martin sculptures that the Commissioners of Russell Square, working with the Gagosian Gallery, the Bloomsbury Festival and the Henry Moore Foundation, have just had installed in Russell Square Gardens. They will be there until the end of October. You can find out more about Michael Craig-Martin and […]
The bees and the lime trees
Thanks to the Russell Square summer newsletter for this fascinating piece. The full newsletter is available in the cafe. It’s a fascinating read covering everything from roses to railings – and even managing to find a link between Russell Square and the Mad Hatter! There are more than ten lime trees in Russell Square, many […]
Russell Square calling all chess players
This summer, we’d like to tempt you to use the open air chess boards in Russell Square by the side of the Caffè. It really is the most marvellous spot – and mostly in the shade! The boards are free to use and the Caffè has chess sets and clocks (for the keen players) all available […]
Remembering 7/7 20 years on
On 7 July 2025, London will mark the 20th anniversary of the 7/7 bomb attacks on London’s transport network, with a service of commemoration at the 7/7 Memorial in Hyde Park, organised by the Mayor of London. It will be by invitation for those directly affected but also livestreamed for public viewing. Fifty-two people died […]
Fountains return, Russell Square
The fountains return to Russell Square Gardens, after being out of action for more than a year. Caused quite a stir with the tourists and children playing in the gardens after school today.
Strawberry trees in Russell square
In the next few days, you might like to visit the evergreen strawberry trees (Arbutus) by the path side of the Caffè in Russell Square. The ripe ‘strawberry’ fruits are currently hanging in clusters accompanied by creamy-white flowers. But this rare sight may not last long before the birds and squirrels eat them! Birds love […]
Tripadvisor award for Caffè Tropea in Russell Square
Caffè Tropea recently received a Travellers’ Choice award from Tripadvisor, placing it in the top 10% worldwide. It’s a marvellous and well earned award that is thoroughly deserved and reminds us of how lucky we are to have such a fabulous Caffè at the heart of our community.
Bloomsbury Festival, 18-27 October 2024
This year’s Bloomsbury Festival has things to look out for in our gardens. ECHO by Joe Duggan, Russell SquareA new public sculpture by artist Joe Duggan, commissioned by the Commissioners of Russell Square, this monumental artwork stands 4 metres tall in Russell Square Gardens, resembling hastily erected metal scaffolding with a concrete boulder precariously balanced […]
Bloomsbury Squares & Gardens 