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UK's highest roof walk
‘Summit,’ London’s newest roof-top adventure and the highest roof walk in the UK, (130 metres above sea level) opens at the iconic Alexandra Palace on Saturday 14 February 2026.
This fully guided, one-of-a-kind experience invites visitors to scale the roof of Ally Pally and take in uninterrupted panoramic views, stretching 25 miles across the city. Created by Wire & Sky, the experts behind the Dare Skywalk at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, the Cutty Sark rig climb, Liverpool’s Anfield Abseil, and previously, Up at The O2, ‘Summit’ is set to soar above North London. The hour-long journey leads climbers to the famous Angel of Plenty statue, standing 130 metres above the City of London, before opening out to a 360-degree view of the capital. With specialist guides leading the way, guests step out onto the rooftop and follow a purpose-built route taking in world-famous landmarks such as St Paul’s Cathedral, The Shard, Canary Wharf, and multiple major stadiums. There’s plenty of time to pause, enjoy the view and capture unforgettable photos before returning safely to ground level. ‘Summit’ offers three standard climb types, giving visitors the chance to choose the atmosphere that suits them best. ‘Daytime Climbs’ will offer stunning wide-open views across the capital, ‘Sunset Climbs’ are perfectly timed for golden hour skies; and ‘London Lights Climbs’ for a dazzling panorama as the city glows after dark. There will also be options for ‘group climbs’, great for team building, corporate days out or charity fundraisers, ‘private climbs’ for that exclusive tour or special occasion and ‘educational climbs’, where school and youth groups can Summit, with bespoke tours around their requirements. Tickets go on sale from 12.00pm, Monday 15 December 2025 at www.summitallypally.co.uk Prices: From £22.00 advance - £28.00 advance per person + booking fee Open to ages 8+. Adult to child ratio of 1:4 Under-18s must be accompanied by an adult Minimum height: 1.2 metres |
Madeira’s Carnival Returns in February
Madeira is gearing up for Carnival 2026, set to take place from 11 to 22 February. A highlight of the island’s annual events calendar, the celebrations will bring music, colour and energy to Funchal and surrounding towns.
The main event is the Grand Allegoric Parade, which will be held on Saturday, 14 February and will see the streets of Funchal taken over by more than 1,500 performers, elaborately decorated floats and dazzling costumes. Set to pulsating rhythms, the evening parade delivers a high-energy spectacle that rivals some of the world’s most famous Carnival celebrations. On Carnival Tuesday, 17 February, the spotlight turns to the Cortejo Trapalhão (Slapstick Parade), a playful, satirical procession that welcomes locals and visitors alike. Inspired by spontaneous parades in the early 20th century, the event celebrates creativity and humour through costumes ranging from social and political satire to traditional and character-themed disguises. Open to individuals and groups, the parade features several categories and awards cash prizes to winners. Running throughout the festivities from 11 to 22 February, the Carnival Market will take place along the Central Walkway of Avenida Arriaga, one of the liveliest streets in the city, known for its cafés, shops and cultural atmosphere. The market features a wide range of regional products, including fresh fruit, the emblematic Madeira Wine, sugarcane honey and other local goods, alongside traditional Carnival delicacies. Decorated with colourful Carnival motifs and filled with music, the market offers a welcoming setting that reflects the cheerful spirit of the Madeiran Carnival. With its mild winter climate and rich cultural programme, Carnival 2026 is an ideal time to experience Madeira at its most colourful. For more information on the event, please visit https://visitmadeira.com/en/whats-on/events/carnival |