Max Williams

Max Williams

Deputy Editor

Max has worked at Square Mile since 2016. He joined as editorial assistant (e.g. making the coffees) before rising to the giddy heights of Deputy Editor (still makes the coffees). He likes a good pub, loves a bad pub, plays a decent chess game yet still can't whistle. Crystal Palace winning the FA Cup is easily one of the best days of his life. At Square Mile, he specialises in profile pieces, travel and food. Plus coffee, of course. 

Max Williams's articles

Ant Saunders

Ant Saunders: "The new Animal Crossing is highly addictive"

Rising star, serious musical talent, avid player of Animal Crossing – Ant Saunders tells us a little bit about his life and a little bit about his lockdown...

Published: Sunday 5th April 2020
Stuart Martin

Stuart Martin: "My wife thinks I'm a weirdo"

We spoke to Scottish actor Stuart Martin about new detective show Miss Scarlet and the Duke, the peerless Billy Connelly, and life in the lockdown...

Published: Tuesday 31st March 2020
Why you should play chess

A love letter to... Chess

It's been around for thousands of years, and is played by millions of people around the world – including historical figures such as Napoleon, Lenin and John Wayne. Thanks to the internet, chess has never been more accessible. Here's why you should take it up...

Published: Tuesday 31st March 2020

Everything you need for the ultimate games room

Here's what you need for the ultimate games room – from table tennis and poker, to foosball and dartboards

Published: Tuesday 31st March 2020
Detectorists

A love letter to... Detectorists

The first of a new series celebrating the things we love... Sweet and life-affirming and palpably in love with nature in all its forms, Detectorists is the perfect show for these troubled times...

Published: Friday 27th March 2020

Kevin Guthrie: "The first couple of days have been a bit surreal"

From the publication that brought you Me And My London, please welcome the slightly revised version – Me And My Lockdown. First up, Scottish actor Kevin Guthrie shares his story, and a few isolation tips...

Published: Friday 27th March 2020
The best pool tables in the world

The best pool tables in the world

We've rounded up the best and coolest pool tables on the planet – from unique shapes to futuristic designs, you'll want them all

Published: Thursday 26th March 2020
The essential workout equipment for your home

The essential workout equipment for your home

If you can't go to the gym, then the gym must come to you. We've rounded up the best home workout equipment to keep you healthy during lockdown – and beyond

Published: Wednesday 25th March 2020
Best Coffee Machines 2020

Wake up and smell the coffee! The best coffee machines for 2020

Start your morning right with one of the best coffee machines on the market. You'll be ready for whatever the day can throw at you – global pandemic be damned!

Published: Wednesday 25th March 2020

Board game like a baller with these luxury sets

Bored? You soon will be, with our selection of the finest board games money can buy! There's a Monopoly board that retails for £700,000...

Published: Tuesday 24th March 2020
Luxury drinks cabinets for your home

Luxury drinks cabinets for your home

Show your booze its importance to your life by storing it in one of the finest drinks cabinets money can buy. And we're talking A LOT of money...

Published: Tuesday 24th March 2020

Four of the best bars for your home

Ain't no party like a lockdown party! Enjoy a fabulous night out while staying in with some of the best home bars on the market. Like an actual bar, only cheaper, and you can't get kicked out!

Published: Monday 23rd March 2020
Natalie Dew

Me and my London: Natalie Dew

The fantastic Natalie Dew talks Bend It Like Beckham, turning down Harry Potter, and her favourite London haunts

Published: Wednesday 18th March 2020
Spencer Matthews

"It's a brand that the whole world needs." Spencer Matthews on going Clean

Spencer Matthews has gone clean. The former City boy, Made in Chelsea star, and Square Mile cover tells Max Williams about why his Clean Liquor Company will one day take over the world

Published: Wednesday 18th March 2020

"There are many more things for me to be achieving..." How Samanah Duran went from fashion to Forbes

In a few short years, Samanah Duran has launched a clothing label and founded a media company – all before turning 30.

Published: Tuesday 17th March 2020

Me and my London: Ahmed Alsanawi

Ahmed Alsanawi of A Star Barbers is personal barber to numerous international footballers, including Paul Pogba and Eden Hazard. He also knows a thing or two about London...

Published: Saturday 14th March 2020

Me and my London: David Elliot

What does a proud Scot know about London? Quite a bit, actually, judging by David Elliot's impeccable Me and my London responses

Published: Thursday 5th March 2020
John Kavanagh and Conor McGregor

Win or learn: life lessons from Conor McGregor's coach

As he prepares to fight Floyd Mayweather, one of Conor McGregor's greatest assets will be his coach, John Kavanagh – the man who has been in McGregor's corner from the beginning. Kavanagh tells his remarkable story in the autobiography Win or Learn. Square Mile shares the lessons to take from a born winner...

Published: Monday 2nd March 2020

Me and my London: Karli

Karli is one of the most exciting new voices in the music industry. We caught up with her for a tour around the capital

Published: Friday 28th February 2020
Thomas Doherty

"Just enjoy every moment as it comes." Thomas Doherty on Disney, Dove and One Direction

As one of the stars of the new TV adaptation of High Fidelity, it seemed only fitting that we quizzed Thomas Doherty on a few of his personal Top Fives – from 'Members Of One Direction' to 'Favourite Things About His Girlfriend'

Published: Wednesday 26th February 2020