The Real History of the Strand Lane ‘Roman’ Bath
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May 26, 2018
There's a National Trust Sign, but don't be fooled. The Strand Roman Bath isn't quite what it appears to be....
Feast Your Eyes On The Old London Bridge
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May 21, 2018
No city bridge will ever be able to compete with the Old London Bridge. A wonder of the Medieval world, descriptions sound unbelievable. But you can see the bridge if you enter this city church!...
London Mithraeum: Visit a Roman Temple Under London
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May 4, 2018
First discovered in 1954, as part of the new Bloomberg HQ, London's Mithraeum been restored so Londoners can step back 1,800 years, inside a Roman Temple!...
St Alphage London Wall: Church Ruins In The Middle Of Moorgate
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May 2, 2018
In the middle of a sleek new office block lies something far older. Now the hoardings have come down, the public can explore the ruins of St Alphage London Wall....
The Cornhill Devils: A Nasty Surprise in The City
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March 24, 2018
If you look up at the highest point in the City of London, you're in for a fright. Staring down at you are the contorted faces of the Cornhill Devils. But why are they here?...
Hiding In Plain Sight: Tower Bridge’s Secret History
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January 23, 2018
It's a London icon, but have you notice this hidden bit of history hiding in plain sight?...
The Bull and Mouth: A Lost London Coaching Inn
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January 9, 2018
Coaching Inns were once littered across London, but only one has truly survived. However, a little clue at the Museum of London started a journey to find the lost inn of The Bull and Mouth...
Hidden History in a Cornhill Doorway
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November 27, 2017
Ever noticed this Cornhill doorway in Bank? Not only is it rather lovely, but it hides some interesting history for those who take time to stop and look!...
In Photos: An Early Morning at Smithfield Market
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October 24, 2017
There's not many things that can tempt me out of bed at 5.30am, but an early morning tour of Smithfield Market is one of them....
The Story Behind The Wood Street Tree
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September 30, 2017
On the corner of Cheapside and Wood Street stands a lonely London plane tree. But this isn't any old tree, its become a symbol of The City and has witnessed dramatic London changes. Oh if those leaves could talk...
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