Unearthing Historical Treasures At The London Metropolitan Archives

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I recently went on a very interesting visit to the London Metropolitan Archives in Clerkenwell. They are a fantastic historical resource for London, totally free and accessible to visit and are packed with historical treasures. The Archives The London Metropolitan Archives are the official archives of the City of London. They have over 100km of documents, […]

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Royals, Rebels And Revolutionaries: A Fascinating Day Trip To Lewes

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There is such a wealth of historical places that can be reached very quickly on the train from London. I recently went on a day trip to the historical town of Lewes near Brighton in East Sussex. It is a fascinating town with a rich history and some beautiful architecture. Join me on a walk

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Fen Court And A Powerful Sculpture On The Slave Trade

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In the City of London, not far from Fenchurch Street Station, you will find one of the City’s many little nooks and crannies: Fen Court. As is the case with many of these open spaces, it was once an old churchyard and it also contains a thought-provoking and aptly-placed memorial.  Fen Court  This was once

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