The history of and secret spots in London’s beautiful parks and gardens
Gunnersbury Park is a beautiful spot for a wander and a much-loved green space for locals. Less well explored, however, is the grand house at its heart, which is home to a fascinating museum. Its history involves an unconventional princess, one of the wealthiest families in the world and some intriguing stories along the way.
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Last week, on 20th July 2026, a newly restored Grosvenor Square, one of London’s largest and most historic squares, was unveiled to the public. I was invited to meet with heritage consultant Cordula Zeidler, who advised on the project, and Fay Rajaratnam from the Grosvenor Estate, who showed me around. It was great to hear
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Although sometimes overlooked, Fulham Palace is, I would say, one of London’s most remarkable historic sites. For one thing, few places in the capital can rival its extraordinary longevity: for more than 1,300 years it served as the London residence of the Bishop of London. The Bishop of London was a powerful figure, not just
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Lambeth Palace is a magnificent example of living history. For over 800 years it has been the home of the Archbishop of Canterbury in London and continues to serve that purpose today. Due to it being a private, working building, it is not one many Londoners are particularly familiar with. They may have seen the
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Nestled amongst the skyscrapers and ceaseless energy of the City of London lies a small pocket of stillness, steeped in history: the church of St Olave Hart Street. It can be found on the corner of Seething Lane and Hart Street and looks almost out of place today, like a countryside parish church in the
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