London’s historical hidden gems
Picture the scene. It is 2001 and you wander off the streets of St James’s into the American Bar of the Stafford Hotel. You grab a drink and sit at the bar. At the other end of the bar is an elderly lady, with an enraptured crowd around her, gathered to listen as she regales […]
The Stafford Hotel: A War Legend And 17th Century Wine Cellars Read More »
I always love visiting the livery halls of the City of London. They are buildings that are generally not open to the public, but are usually full of interesting stories, artefacts and often are central to key elements of London and the country’s history. Going through their doors often feels like delving into a hidden
Stationers’ Hall: One Of The City’s Oldest Livery Halls Read More »
Walking along North Audley Street in Mayfair you will come across a lovely Greek revival style entranceway, standing out from its red-brick Victorian neighbours. Starting life as a church, this building went through a period of decline in the second half of the 20th century, but has in recent years been revived as a market.
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Tucked amongst the alleyways and winding lanes of Smithfield you will find a number of historic survivors. One of the buildings that has survived fire, bombs and development is 41-42 Cloth Fair, a house that is often said to be the oldest house in the City of London. Read on for its story and why
Is This The Oldest House In The City Of London? Read More »
Greenwich is one of London’s four UNESCO world heritage sites, along with the Tower of London, the Palace of Westminster/Westminster Abbey and the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew. It is one of the most historically significant places in the city and boasts some of its best vistas. At the heart of this historic enclave you
A Visit To The Queen’s House: Classic And Pioneering Read More »