A bit more rough and ready than the West of London, The East End of London is often associated with crime and poverty. But is that really fair? I’m not so sure. Here are some of the weird and wonderful gems I’ve found in East London.
Tucked behind the Queen Mary University of London Campus is a very strange sight. A calm and quiet burial ground! Discover Novo Cemetry, the hidden Jewish graveyard in Mile End....
Across E1 you can spot subtle bronze circles embedded in the pavement. But what’s the story of these Spitalfields plaques?...
Converted warehouse buildings are now a popular choice for flats and you can find many in the East End. None, however, are quite as fascinating as Spratt's; Poplar's old dog biscuit factory....
John Passmore Edwards isn't a household name, but perhaps he should be. Looking up at Whitechapel Art Gallery reveals a combination of history and contemporary art. ...
Back for another year, Winter Lights 2018 returns to Canary Wharf with a wealth of extraordinary lights installations....
From 'alternative' and off-the-beaten-track, Spitalfields tours are increasing popular and touristy. So where is the best Shoreditch Street Art?...
A bizarre collection in Hackney with everything from shrunken heads to terrifying taxidermy. Proceed with caution......
This cathedral-like building in East London hides a surprising secret. Incredibly, it's a Sewage Pumping Station! Step inside this Victorian wonder....
Pamplona isn't the only city with a history of bull running. Ok, you might not get much Whitechapel Road Bullock Running nowadays. But the history is there to be found!...
Over 800 buildings are open for the public – for free – to snoop around and last weekend I did the usual rushing across the city to try and see as much as possible! These were my favourite Open House discoveries this year....
Princelet Street in Spitalfields hides many an interesting historical gem. But this just might be my favourite....
I’ve spent a long time encouraging people to look up in London, but sometimes it’s worth looking down. In this post I’m sharing the snippets of London’s art and history that’s hiding under your feet!...