London Landmarks

A Look Inside The Magnificent Great Hall Of The City’s Guildhall

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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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The Hidden History Of King’s Cross: A Self-Guided Walk

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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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The Story Behind The Beautiful Kenwood House

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One of my favourite walks in London is to go across Hampstead Heath, heading North up the hill. You emerge from the woodland and in the distance, gleaming on the hilltop, is the 18th century facade of Kenwood House. Kenwood House is a former aristocratic villa that has some lovely interiors and is also home

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HQS Wellington: A Surviving World War Two Ship In London

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When on the hunt for London’s historical treasures you need to look, not just on the streets, but on the water too. Floating astride the Victoria Embankment, by Temple Station, is a slice of history missed by many everyday: HQS Wellington.  HQS (Headquarters Ship) Wellington has been moored here since 1948 after serving as a

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