The Cornhill Devils: A Nasty Surprise in The City
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
It's a London icon, but have you notice this hidden bit of history hiding in plain sight?...
Hidden History in a Cornhill Doorway
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
Posted on 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
Posted on 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...
In Photos: St Paul’s Summer Lates
Posted on September 1, 2017
St Paul's opened its doors to evening visitors and photos are not only allowed, they're encouraged! Here is what I found inside...
15 Unusual Things You Can Find In London City Churches
Posted on August 29, 2017
There's 47 churches within London's square mile. Each with their own history and often some special quirk up their sleeve. From ancient relics to pop-up gardens and cutting edge sculpture to 17th century shoes, there's plenty of surprises to be found...
The Aldgate Pump
The Aldgate Pump, standing where Aldgate High Street forks left to Fenchurch Street and right to Leadenhall Street, seems innocent enough. But in the 19th century it caused Londoners to die in their hundreds and for grisly reasons....
The Story Behind The Paternoster Square Column
Ever wandered through the square next to St Paul's? It's shiny and new, but there are historic secrets to be found, including the Paternoster Square Column....
What’s the Story Behind Trump Street?
There's a reason behind every name in the City of London, even the strange ones. But what's the story behind Trump Street? ...