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
James Nelson-Joyce: “I’m the most sensitive, vulnerable person you've ever met”
James Nelson-Joyce is the actor of the moment, the Liverpudlian taking over 2025 with roles in A Thousand Blows, This City is Ours and Black Mirror. Might James Bond be next?
Published: Tuesday 8th April 2025
Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù: “There is a lot more blood”
We revisit our 2022 interview with Gangs of London star Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù – who tells us how he swapped economics at the University of Birmingham for acting in the RSC
Published: Wednesday 26th March 2025
“I was horrible towards myself...” | Emmett J Scanlan is doing the work
Emmett J Scanlan has found his way to the light – and the spotlight – becoming one of the most sought-after actors in the industry. Max Williams spends an afternoon at the rugby with the charismatic Irishman and discovers how a new life philosophy has reshaped his outlook forever
Published: Thursday 20th March 2025
Jamie Flatters is doing everything, everywhere, all at once
Jamie Flatters starred in the all-conquering Avatar sequel. Now he’s directed his debut feature film while releasing music as sandy crow. We meet a unique talent
Published: Tuesday 18th March 2025
Mia Rodgers: “I would wear the most outrageous shit”
Mia Rodgers was acting as a teenager. After a brief hiatus shopping for dinosaurs (read the piece) the actress is ready for the big time with a lead role in The Sex Lives of College Girls
Published: Friday 14th March 2025
8 ways Amazon can make James Bond great again
Amazon has acquired the rights to the James Bond franchise. Bad news? Not necessarily. Here's a simple checklist to bring 007 back to his best
Published: Friday 28th February 2025
Malachi Kirby: “I went on a journey, a very long one”
Malachi Kirby is one of Britain’s finest young actors, equally adept on stage and screen. His lead role in blockbuster TV series A Thousand Blows will be another knockout
Published: Tuesday 18th February 2025
Fights and fantasy in Monte Carlo
Boxing doesn't get more glamorous than Matchroom's annual Monte Carlo showdown. Don your tuxedo for our guide to the ultimate weekend on the French Rivera (fighting optional)
Published: Monday 10th February 2025
art'otel Amsterdam is even cooler than the city itself
Visiting Amsterdam? Check into art'otel for a stay that combines comfort with some very cool artwork – and tuck into the hotel's award-winning restaurant Arca
Published: Wednesday 5th February 2025
A sporting circus like no other: Formula 1 vrooms into Vegas
The Las Vegas Grand Prix sees the biggest sporting show on Earth take over Sin City. We needed little excuse to join the party...
Published: Thursday 23rd January 2025
James Smith: “I felt like a bit of an outsider”
James Smith was a teenage finalist on Britain’s Got Talent before almost quitting music for good. Now he’s back with a new album and an upcoming tour.
Published: Friday 17th January 2025
“I was crying my eyes out! It was the weirdest thing…” | Akon's beautiful life
Akon emerged from prison to find global success in the music industry, with songs such as Lonely and Don’t Matter capturing a generation. Now he’s back. He talks carjacking, diamond mines and the small matter of building his own city
Published: Tuesday 17th December 2024
Chefs unite at Burgenstock Resort
The Burgenstock Resort on Lake Lucerne is one of the world's most spectacular hotels. Its annual Chefs United event brings together culinary greats from across Europe for one delicious evening
Published: Tuesday 10th December 2024
The Gallivant is your new happy place
The Gallivant is an utterly charming hotel across the road from Camber Sands. Enjoy a picturesque stay by the sea with numerous amenities and activities
Published: Tuesday 10th December 2024
Jamie Flatters on his woozy and wonderful directorial debut
Jamie Flatters is one of the most exciting talents in British film. We caught up with the young polymath ahead of the release of Shoulders, his debut feature film
Published: Friday 15th November 2024
Witches and magic... Two of Edinburgh's most romantic hotels
Edinburgh is one of the world's most romantic cities – and your accommodation should be similarly swoonsome. Two of the best? Prestonfield House and The Witchery by the Castle
Published: Thursday 14th November 2024
“People think I'm sane but I'm not!” Meet Emin, the Elvis of Azerbaijan
Dream Fest is a huge musical festival held across six days in an Azerbaijani beach resort. Both resort and festival were founded by a pop star named Emin Agalarov. We head to Baku to meet a man who dares to dream big
Published: Friday 1st November 2024
Kudus to Kudu, Peckham's peerless South African restaurant
Kudu Collective is a veritable empire of South African restaurants in South London. The flagship Kudu in Queen's Road is a brilliant creation
Published: Thursday 31st October 2024
“I thought about quitting multiple times…” | Alex Hassell has big main character energy
Alex Hassell has enjoyed a successful career on stage and screen but his lead role in the hugely anticipated Rivals should turn the actor into a bonafide star. He talks about playing a literary sex god
Published: Tuesday 22nd October 2024
Nature and nurture at Places Hotel, Hvar
Places Hotel by Valamar offers a relaxing hideaway on the beautiful Croatian island of Hvar – complete with a few unique twists