Top spots

My top ten spot lists of London’s historical highlights. Organised by category such as era or place.

The Chelsea Physic Garden: London’s Oldest Botanic Garden

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Largely hidden from view, enclosed behind a brick wall in Chelsea is a beautiful and historic site. The Chelsea Physic Garden is a four acre botanic garden, established in 1673.  Chelsea Physic Garden is both a beautiful, relaxing place to visit but one that is also packed with history and stories to tell. Chelsea In […]

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Ten Hidden Details At The Churchill War Rooms

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One of London’s most fascinating museums for those interested in history but particularly World War Two, is the Churchill War Rooms.  I was lucky enough recently to be invited to go on one of their ‘Behind The Glass’ tours and saw lots of amazing little details. A quick history of the Churchill War Rooms In

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The Secrets And Stories Of The Natural History Museum

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Not only is the Natural History Museum one of London’s best museums, it is also one of the most beautiful buildings in the city. I was lucky enough to be invited on a couple of the Natural History Museum’s special tours: their Secrets of the Natural History Museum and ‘Spirit Collection’ tour. It turns out

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