Top spots

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

Ten Secrets Of Hampton Court Palace

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Hampton Court Palace is one of London’s most historic locations. The place just oozes with history.  I was delighted recently to be taken on a tour of the palace by Daniel Jackson, head of historic buildings at Historic Royal Palaces. He showed me lots of the little details and secrets that many visitors miss. I have […]

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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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