Prisons and historic palaces that once stood in London
Passing by some of the city’s well-known and now sometimes lesser interesting places it is fascinating to think about what once stood there.
Beautiful castles to visit in the UK
Here is a list of fabolous famous castles and fortresses in the UK that you shouldn’t miss.
A walk by Blewcoat School, Westminster
There are plenty of buildings in London that date back centuries so there’s no shortage of historic sites to visit.
The Oldest Church in the City of London – All Hallows by the Tower
All Hallows-by-the-Tower, sometimes known as All Hallows Barking, is an ancient Anglican church on Byward Street in the City of London, overlooking the Tower of London.
Top 10 Charles Dickens TV Adaptations on DVD
Here is my pick of the eight best Charles Dickens screen adaptations available on DVD.
Free things to do in London
Whatever your interest, we’re sure you’ll find something to your liking.
The Tragic Tale of Typhoid Mary
Typhoid Mary is a true tale about the danger of disease and the role individuals play in public health.
A walk by St Giles in the Fields and the secret garden
The first recorded church on the site was a chapel of the parish of Holborn attached to a monastery and leper hospital founded by Matilda of Scotland in 1101.
The Cheapside Hoard: London’s Lost Treasure
The Cheapside Hoard exceeds anything yet discovered of this nature.
A Short History of the Quill Pen
Although the exact date of the invention of the quill pen isn’t known we know it was widely accepted as a writing tool by the 6th century A.D.
How Some of London’s most popular areas and boroughs got their name
From Vauxhall to Paddington, how did these London areas get their names?
12 Amazing things that were invented by women
A look at the greatest women innovators and inventors.
5 Well know traditions and where they come from
Shaking hands, blessing people when they sneeze, where do these traditions come from?
