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?...
Carting Lane: London’s Sewage Lamppost?
Halfway down the Strand you get a glimpse of The Savoy Hotel facade, a sure symbol of luxury. Surprising then, to know that only a short walk away is the Carting Lane sewage lamppost. Whats the story?...
Spratt’s: The Old London Dog Biscuit Factory
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....
Whitechapel Art Gallery: History Above Your Eyeline
Posted on February 13, 2018
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. ...
The American on Westminster Abbey
Looking up at this iconic London facade, an embodiment of England, it might surprise you to learn that not only is there an American on Westminster Abbey, but that ten of the figures here were only put there in 1998....
Hiding In Plain Sight: Marshalsea Prison Wall
In the middle of a park in Southwark lies a dark secret, a remnant of London's past. Have you ever paid attention to this section of brick wall?...
Buildings on a Building: Henrietta House, Marylebone
Posted on January 28, 2018
Just off Oxford Street in Marylebone, look up at Henrietta House to spy buildings upon buildings. Not necessarily historic, but why are they there? ...
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?...
St Ethelburga’s: Centre of Peace in Liverpool Street
Posted on January 15, 2018
Nestled amongst the towering skyscrapers of The City is St Ethelburga's a survivor of a church that is now a centre for peace in Liverpool Street....
Secrets of Old St Pancras Churchyard
Posted on January 2, 2018
Behind the back of the station you'll find a charming green space with fascinating things to seek out. These are the secrets of St Pancras Old Churchyard...