London’s historical hidden gems
Kingswood House in Dulwich is one of the most surprising places I have visited in London. I had not actually even heard of it until I was messaged recently by the new team there (more on that later) and they invited me to visit. It is a fascinating spot, not just for its architecture, but […]
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There are around 50 churches in the City of London today, each one unique and full of historical surprises. St Mary Aldermary is architecturally one of the most important and also ten years ago, underwent an interesting change that put it back at the heart of the community. The Medieval Churches As is usually the
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Walk along the river path through Bermondsey and Rotherhithe and you will find an unusual set of four statues. They depict Dr Alfred and Ada Salter, their daughter Joyce and their cat. Collectively they are known as ‘Dr Salter’s Daydream’. The Salters were an amazing couple and, hopefully you shall see, lived inspiring lives. The
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The City of London, or the ‘Square Mile’, is the ancient historic centre of London, where the Romans established Londinium in the years following the invasion in 43AD. At the heart of the City is Guildhall. Parts, such as the Guildhall Art Gallery, are open to the public, however other areas are usually not, including the
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King’s Cross is an absolutely fascinating area, packed with history and industrial heritage. It was once a crucial industrial hub for Victorian London, receiving and distributing goods and coal from the North. After a period of decay and decline after World War Two, it has recently, in the last ten years or so, undergone rapid
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