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Beat London Heat: Free Cool Spots Mapped
29 May
Summary
- London offers a 'cool map' to find public spaces for heat relief.
- Venues include museums, libraries, and community centres.
- Map details shade, toilets, and water refill stations.
Londoners and visitors can now find public havens to escape the summer heat thanks to a new 'cool map' initiative. This resource highlights numerous venues across the city where people can seek air-conditioned relief, use restrooms, and refill water bottles.
The mapped locations are diverse, encompassing major cultural sites such as the O2 and the Royal Opera House, alongside public libraries, community centres, and even churches. The Greater London Authority (GLA) states the information provided on the map is valid from June 1 through September 30.
Feedback from users, such as those at Balham Library, indicates the map is a valuable tool, offering a cooler environment than home for study. Youth centres like the Billy Youth Engagement project are also opening their doors, providing a necessary respite from excessive heat, especially for young people who find their homes too hot.
