Millbank Penitentiary – The Prison That Once Stood At London’s Millbank
Millbank Prison or Millbank Penitentiary was a prison in Millbank, Westminster, London.
London History
Explore the rich tapestry of London’s captivating past with our London History section. Immerse yourself in the tales of kings and queens, bustling markets, grand architecture, and iconic landmarks that have stood the test of time.
The Rise, Life and Reinvention of Smithfield Market
Smithfield Market, London’s historic meat hub, blends centuries of trade, architecture, and culture, facing closure.
Newgate Prison, Hell On Earth
Newgate Prison, once London’s most notorious prison, stood for centuries as a symbol of crime and punishment.
Sweeney Todd, The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
The chilling tale of Sweeney Todd, the notorious demon barber of Fleet Street, where razors and meat pies intertwine in a macabre dance of murder and deception
Unearthing a Secret: Barnes Old Cemetery
Bike ride stumbles on forgotten Victorian cemetery. Explore its secrets: nature, history, and a touch of mystery.
London’s Magnificent Seven: hauntingly beautiful Victorian cemeteries steeped in history
Offering a peaceful escape and a glimpse into the past, these beautiful cemeteries remain open to the public.
Oldest UK shops that you can still visit today
Discover historic UK shops that have stood the test of time. From hatters to grocers, they have served generations, surviving wars and still serving today.
Hyde Park London – All You Need To Know
A bitesize guide to central London’s most popular and largest royal park.
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.
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.
The Cheapside Hoard: London’s Lost Treasure
The Cheapside Hoard exceeds anything yet discovered of this nature.
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?
