Living London History is all about the history hiding in plain sight.
Here you will find hidden gems and lots of suggested self-guided historical walks to help you discover London’s living history.
Most Recent Blog Posts
An Inspiring Community Campaign: The East London Waterworks Park
I have written a lot since starting this blog about many of…
Celebrating 60 Years Of The London Ambulance Service
2025 marks the 60th anniversary of one of London’s most essential services:…
What Are The Odd Red Pillars By Blackfriars Bridge?
If you have ever walked over Blackfriars Bridge you may well have…
Exploring The Beautiful And Fascinating Islands Of Guernsey
In late April this year I went on a trip to Guernsey…
St Peter Westcheap: A Tiny Pocket Park And A Famous Tree
Just behind Cheapside, one of London’s most historic streets, is a tiny…
St Etheldreda’s, Holborn: London’s Oldest Catholic Church
Down Ely Place in Holborn, tucked between a terrace of Georgian townhouses,…
Hi everyone, I’m Jack: a lover of all things London, history and walking!
My mission is to uncover the history of London that you can get out to see, do and experience. In doing so, hopefully I can help Londoners see their home in a different light, as well as helping visitors to get under the skin of this incredible city.