Weird London Street Names With A Story Behind Them (Part 2)
Curious about 'Pardon Street'? or want to know the story behind 'Of Alley' Here's a second helping of weird London street names...
Welcome, I run walking tours of London for individuals, families and small groups who are looking to enjoy some guided sightseeing of our fabulous capital city.
Enjoy a walking tour of real London (the bits most locals don’t even see!) with a born and bred Londoner, award-winning history blogger and Blue Badge Guide.
My guided walking tours of London show a new angle on its history. By raising our gaze and looking above our eyeline we spot little details that make its history and stories come alive.
Maybe you want to discover London for the first time? Or maybe you’ve lived here all your life?! Either way a Look Up London walking tour gives you an authentic experience from a knowledgable, enthusiastic guide.
As your guide I approach our walking tour of the major London sites with fresh enthusiasm, as well as providing bespoke tours off the tourist trail. My aim is to help you get under the skin of London and feel immersed in its culture, architecture and history.
The London Blog
Read my latest blog posts by date in which I share stories of hidden history, and our walking sightseeing tours of London inside inspiring historic buildings & the odd tour of unusual museums.
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The Secret History Under Liverpool Street Station
Walking through the modern station today, it's hard to believe the history hiding underneath Liverpool Street. That is until you know where to look...
London’s Other Royal Observatory
You've probably heard of the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, but there's also the King's Observatory in Richmond. Join me for a look around...
The Dog and Bowl Sculpture Outside Southwark Station
Look up outside Southwark station and you'll see a dog licking a bowl. But why is it there?...
London’s Strangest Statues
Theres thousands of statues to important and interesting figures in London. But there are some very odd ones too....
The Details of Hay’s Wharf, London Bridge
Walking over London Bridge, I'll always take in the views of Tower Bridge and The Shard. However, what really catches my eye is the dirty gold letters exclaiming HAY'S WHARF....
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