Burney Street Benches
Posted on November 28, 2023
Some unusual-looking benches on Burney Street in Greenwich lead to the history of an interesting charity...
History of Tenter Ground, Spitalfields
Posted on November 14, 2023
This charming Spitalfields warehouse has a fascinating history, here's the story of Tenter Ground from industrial site to gallery...
Behind the Scenes at St Mary Le Strand
Posted on October 24, 2023
If you’ve walked along the Strand recently, there’s been a wonderful improvement. The surrounding area of St Mary Le Strand has been pedestrianised and this 300 year-old church can be fully appreciated. I was recently invited to have a look inside (and go behind-the-scenes!) of this...
Inside 4 Princelet Street
Posted on October 17, 2023
It’s one of the most captivating (and photographed) facades in Spitalfields, but what lies behind 4 Princelet Street? I got a chance to look inside this 18th century terraced house thanks to a free exhibition of Christo’s ‘Early Works’, hosted by the Gagosian Gallery. (It’s open until...
Susanna Wesley in Spital Yard
Posted on August 23, 2022
Just off Bishopsgate, the busy thoroughfare with towering new skyscrapers behind, glance down Spital Yard and you seem to have stumbled back in time. Given a closer look, this Georgian townhouse isn’t quite as authentic as it might appear. However it still has plenty of interesting...
History of the Former Stapleton’s, Spitalfields
Recently given Grade II listed status, Stapletons in Spitalfields is the only surviving horse repository in London...
History Behind 42 Brushfield Street In Spitalfields
One of the prettiest facades in Spitalfields, but for the history of 42 Brushfield Street, you have to look up!...
History of Arnold Circus: One of London’s First Council Estates
5 minutes from Brick Lane is a quiet, circular street called Arnold Circus. It's where you'll find the world's oldest council estate; the Boundary Estate....
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...
Spitalfields Door Knockers
Have you ever spotted the beautiful array of Spitalfields door knockers? Take a closer look when you walk through the 18th century East London streets....
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