The Museum of London: Exploring the Brutalist Landmark Facing Demolition December 22, 2024 Museum of London, London. . Image © Arnolt Smead Nestled within the junction ofLondonWall and Aldersgate Street in theBarbicandistrict of the City of London lies the Museum of London. Built in 1977, ...
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One of the few remaining Norman churches in London. St Bartholomew-the-Great began in the 12th century as the chancel of a monastery on this spot. After the Dissolution of the Monasteries, the building saw use as a stable and factory, before reverting to a church in the 19th century. The...
Discover the lesser known historic places connected to one of the most infamous monarchs in English history.5 December 2024 2 A brief introduction to 6 Places Connected to Queer Jewish History in London From nightclubs to libraries, cabaret bars to sites of protest, discover these places conne...
Possibly the most striking structure on the list is a Victorian gas tower off the Old Kent Road in London. When it was built in 1881 it was the biggest in the world. Its wrought iron frame has been dominating the skyline ever since. And like all the sites listed in 2017, it won't...
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Museums and historic sites dedicated to London’s, and Britain’s, maritime history includeRoyal Museums Greenwich, the Old Royal Naval College, theHMS Belfastand theMuseum of London Docklands.Today, London is still one of the UK’s busiest ports with over 47 million tonnes of cargo passing th...
During its London season, theWaverleydeparts from Tower Pier and travels under Tower Bridge. For theWaverley‘s timetable and booking information, head tohttps://waverleyexcursions.co.uk. 10 historic vessels in London’s Thames…7. Lightship 95… ...