Rollers can be hired from shops on Queensway and Kensington Gore, both near the stations, for skating in Kensington Gardens. We don't like driving round London - there's heavy congestion in the centre and tempers can often get overheated. The parking regulations differ from borough to borough and many get towed or clamped unwittingly around the borough boundaries. YOUR CAR - even Londoners regularly get caught out. You can't stop, even for a second on areas designated as 'red routes' or urban clearways, and there are always traffic wardens or licenced clamping units on the prowl.
Car hire is OK for trips outside of London, though there is very poor signposting in the suburbs.
All the usual car hire companies operate here and are listed on our A-Z page . If you're new to driving on the left then take the time to get a little practice in a sidestreet first - tempers can get frayed very easily. Follow one or more of our walks or simply wander. Cars HAVE to stop if you step onto a crossing and most will stop even if you jump out into the road. Jaywalking is not an offence but natural selection can operate if you get too foolhardy.