Guidebook for London
Parks & Nature
Lovely Victorian Park bordering The River Thames.
Battersea Park is a 200 acre green space at Battersea in the London Borough of Wandsworth in London. It is situated on the south bank of the River Thames opposite Chelsea and was opened in 1858.
Great Spot for a Picnic!
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Battersea Park
Battersea Park RoadLovely Victorian Park bordering The River Thames.
Battersea Park is a 200 acre green space at Battersea in the London Borough of Wandsworth in London. It is situated on the south bank of the River Thames opposite Chelsea and was opened in 1858.
Great Spot for a Picnic!
Clapham Common is a large triangular urban park in Clapham, south London. Originally common land for the parishes of Battersea and Clapham, it was converted to parkland under the terms of the Metropolitan Commons Act 1878.
Great Place for a Picnic or Sports
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Clapham Common
Windmill DriveClapham Common is a large triangular urban park in Clapham, south London. Originally common land for the parishes of Battersea and Clapham, it was converted to parkland under the terms of the Metropolitan Commons Act 1878.
Great Place for a Picnic or Sports
You have to buy tickets for this park. Check opening hours on line.
The Chelsea Physic Garden was established as the Apothecaries' Garden in London, England, in 1673. This physic garden is the second oldest botanical garden in Britain, after the University of Oxford Botanic Garden, which was founded in 1621
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Chelsea Physic Garden station
You have to buy tickets for this park. Check opening hours on line.
The Chelsea Physic Garden was established as the Apothecaries' Garden in London, England, in 1673. This physic garden is the second oldest botanical garden in Britain, after the University of Oxford Botanic Garden, which was founded in 1621
Hyde Park is a Grade I-registered major park in Central London. It is the largest of four Royal Parks that form a chain from the entrance of Kensington Palace through Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park
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Hyde Park
Hyde Park is a Grade I-registered major park in Central London. It is the largest of four Royal Parks that form a chain from the entrance of Kensington Palace through Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park
St James's Park is a 23-hectare (57-acre) park in the City of Westminster, central London. The park lies at the southernmost tip of the St James's area, which was named after a leper hospital dedicated to St James the Less.
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St. James's Park Station
St James's Park is a 23-hectare (57-acre) park in the City of Westminster, central London. The park lies at the southernmost tip of the St James's area, which was named after a leper hospital dedicated to St James the Less.
Stroll along a walkway high up in the treetops, and explore acres of gardens under glass. Step inside a royal palace, discover galleries of botanical art, and experience 250 years of royal history at Kew Gardens, London's largest World Heritage Site.
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Kew Gardens station
Station ApproachStroll along a walkway high up in the treetops, and explore acres of gardens under glass. Step inside a royal palace, discover galleries of botanical art, and experience 250 years of royal history at Kew Gardens, London's largest World Heritage Site.
A small gem of riverside green space with stunning views of the river and Tower Bridge. A good place to relax and perhaps take a small picnic.
Hermitage Riverside Memorial Garden commemorates the civilians who died in the London blitz which commenced on 7 September 1940 and ended on 10 May 1941. London was initially bombed for 57 consecutive nights. Many other cities and areas suffered but the East End of London was one of the worst hit areas due to its proximity to the docks with 436 Londoners killed and 1,666 injured on the first night alone, and with total casualties near to 30,000.
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Hermitage Riverside Memorial Garden
Wapping High StreetA small gem of riverside green space with stunning views of the river and Tower Bridge. A good place to relax and perhaps take a small picnic.
Hermitage Riverside Memorial Garden commemorates the civilians who died in the London blitz which commenced on 7 September 1940 and ended on 10 May 1941. London was initially bombed for 57 consecutive nights. Many other cities and areas suffered but the East End of London was one of the worst hit areas due to its proximity to the docks with 436 Londoners killed and 1,666 injured on the first night alone, and with total casualties near to 30,000.
The Church of St Dunstan was originally built around 1100 and is a Grade I listed building. A new south aisle was added in 1391 and was repaired in 1631. It was severely damaged in 1666 by the Great Fire of London. Rather than being completely built it was patched up. A steeple and tower was added in 1695-1701 by Sir Christopher Wren.
The Church was again severely damaged in the Blitz of 1941. Wren's tower and steeple survived the bombing. During the re-organisation of the Anglican Church after World war II it was decided not to rebuild St Dunstan’s.
In 1967 the City of London decided to turn the remains into a public garden, which opened in 1970.
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St Dunstan in the East kirkegård
Saint Dunstan's HillThe Church of St Dunstan was originally built around 1100 and is a Grade I listed building. A new south aisle was added in 1391 and was repaired in 1631. It was severely damaged in 1666 by the Great Fire of London. Rather than being completely built it was patched up. A steeple and tower was added in 1695-1701 by Sir Christopher Wren.
The Church was again severely damaged in the Blitz of 1941. Wren's tower and steeple survived the bombing. During the re-organisation of the Anglican Church after World war II it was decided not to rebuild St Dunstan’s.
In 1967 the City of London decided to turn the remains into a public garden, which opened in 1970.
Food Scene
SATURDAY 10AM - 5PM ONLY
A Food-Lovers Dream In The Heart Of Battersea, The Battersea Food Market Has A Hearty Mix Of Fresh Local Produce Alongside Imported Cheeses, Cured Meats, Olives And Preserves. As Well As The Staple Fruit, Veg, Meat And Poultry, You Will Also Find Bread And Baked Goods, Including Cupcakes, Plus More Ethnic Delicacies Like Baklava, As Well As High Quality Cooking Ingredients. Also Boasting Some Delicious Ethnic Street Food Like Turkish Pizza And Fresh Coconut Milk, The Market Won't Let You Go Hungry.
Battersea Market
123 Falcon RdSATURDAY 10AM - 5PM ONLY
A Food-Lovers Dream In The Heart Of Battersea, The Battersea Food Market Has A Hearty Mix Of Fresh Local Produce Alongside Imported Cheeses, Cured Meats, Olives And Preserves. As Well As The Staple Fruit, Veg, Meat And Poultry, You Will Also Find Bread And Baked Goods, Including Cupcakes, Plus More Ethnic Delicacies Like Baklava, As Well As High Quality Cooking Ingredients. Also Boasting Some Delicious Ethnic Street Food Like Turkish Pizza And Fresh Coconut Milk, The Market Won't Let You Go Hungry.
Open Saturday only 10am - 4pm
Venn Street Market is a local community food market every Saturday working directly with farmers and small independent producers enabling our customers to meet face to face with the growers and makers of the foods available each week.
With a strong ethos of ensuring high quality and fair prices, the market guarantees all goods are locally sourced and seasonal.
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Venn Street Market
Venn StreetOpen Saturday only 10am - 4pm
Venn Street Market is a local community food market every Saturday working directly with farmers and small independent producers enabling our customers to meet face to face with the growers and makers of the foods available each week.
With a strong ethos of ensuring high quality and fair prices, the market guarantees all goods are locally sourced and seasonal.
Located on the 32nd floor of the Shard, with panoramic views across the London skyline, Rainer Becker’s Oblix offers a contemporary, sophisticated yet relaxed dining experience.
Stir the senses as you enter the main dining room through the excitement of the kitchen; or head to the bar and relax while you dine in the ambience and energy of the lounge.
The wood fired oven, charcoal grill and spit roast are the heart and soul of the Oblix kitchen.
Please note: no children under the age of 16 are allowed in Oblix Lounge after 6pm
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Oblix
31 St Thomas StLocated on the 32nd floor of the Shard, with panoramic views across the London skyline, Rainer Becker’s Oblix offers a contemporary, sophisticated yet relaxed dining experience.
Stir the senses as you enter the main dining room through the excitement of the kitchen; or head to the bar and relax while you dine in the ambience and energy of the lounge.
The wood fired oven, charcoal grill and spit roast are the heart and soul of the Oblix kitchen.
Please note: no children under the age of 16 are allowed in Oblix Lounge after 6pm
Traditional English Afternoon Tea The Thames Foyer is very much the heart of The Savoy. A stunning glass dome floods this sociable spot with wonderful natural light – and beneath this, a pianist serenades guests from a winter garden gazebo, as they enjoy our world-famous afternoon tea. Afternoon Tea at The Savoy is an enduring custom where guests can choose from a range of teas served with finger sandwiches, homemade scones with clotted cream & jam and a mouth-watering selection of seasonal cakes and pastries created by The Savoy’s Executive Pastry Chef, Ludwig Hely.
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Thames Foyer - The Savoy's Afternoon Tea
StrandTraditional English Afternoon Tea The Thames Foyer is very much the heart of The Savoy. A stunning glass dome floods this sociable spot with wonderful natural light – and beneath this, a pianist serenades guests from a winter garden gazebo, as they enjoy our world-famous afternoon tea. Afternoon Tea at The Savoy is an enduring custom where guests can choose from a range of teas served with finger sandwiches, homemade scones with clotted cream & jam and a mouth-watering selection of seasonal cakes and pastries created by The Savoy’s Executive Pastry Chef, Ludwig Hely.
Excellent place for breakfast, Lunch, afternoon tea or dinner.
For lunch and dinner service we offer the choice of à la carte or all-day menus, both inspired by the grand cafés of Europe.
Our menus offer an eclectic variety of dishes from seafood platters, to salads, to classics such as steak tartare and daily changing grilled fish of the day. Firm favourites veal Holstein and chicken soup with dumplings are always on the menu, as are the changing plats du jour. To follow, a wide selection of desserts and ice cream coupes.
We recommend reserving your table in advance but a certain number of tables are always available for 'walk-ins' on the day.
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The Wolseley
160 PiccadillyExcellent place for breakfast, Lunch, afternoon tea or dinner.
For lunch and dinner service we offer the choice of à la carte or all-day menus, both inspired by the grand cafés of Europe.
Our menus offer an eclectic variety of dishes from seafood platters, to salads, to classics such as steak tartare and daily changing grilled fish of the day. Firm favourites veal Holstein and chicken soup with dumplings are always on the menu, as are the changing plats du jour. To follow, a wide selection of desserts and ice cream coupes.
We recommend reserving your table in advance but a certain number of tables are always available for 'walk-ins' on the day.
Afternoon Tea at Claridge’s Hotel, observing our nation’s culinary heritage for the best part of 150 years.
For a century or more, our Executive Chefs have remained faithful to the classic combination of finger sandwiches, scones served warm, and sweet pastries. Our ingredients are painstakingly sourced, skilfully prepared and served fresh each day.
The centrepiece of afternoon tea is, of course, the drink itself. Our wonderful tea connoisseur, Henrietta Lovell, has scoured the world to bring us delicious tea from small, little known producers from the four corners of the world. Working hand in hand with our Executive Chef, Martyn Nail.
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The Foyer and the Reading Room
Brook StreetAfternoon Tea at Claridge’s Hotel, observing our nation’s culinary heritage for the best part of 150 years.
For a century or more, our Executive Chefs have remained faithful to the classic combination of finger sandwiches, scones served warm, and sweet pastries. Our ingredients are painstakingly sourced, skilfully prepared and served fresh each day.
The centrepiece of afternoon tea is, of course, the drink itself. Our wonderful tea connoisseur, Henrietta Lovell, has scoured the world to bring us delicious tea from small, little known producers from the four corners of the world. Working hand in hand with our Executive Chef, Martyn Nail.
Located on the junction of Southwark Bridge Road and Union Street, Flat Iron Square is the latest addition to Bankside, bringing together an exciting hub of new restaurants, bars, food trucks and music venue.
The development is a key part of The Low Line in Bankside, an ambitious long term project to open up the pedestrian walk way that runs along the base of the rail viaduct between Borough Market and Southwark tube station. Comprised of seven repurposed railway arches and surrounding open spaces, Flat Iron Square offers a relaxed urban setting to fully enjoy the mix of artisan food and drink offerings.
Open daily, from 10am until late.
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Flea at Flat Iron Square
45 Southwark StLocated on the junction of Southwark Bridge Road and Union Street, Flat Iron Square is the latest addition to Bankside, bringing together an exciting hub of new restaurants, bars, food trucks and music venue.
The development is a key part of The Low Line in Bankside, an ambitious long term project to open up the pedestrian walk way that runs along the base of the rail viaduct between Borough Market and Southwark tube station. Comprised of seven repurposed railway arches and surrounding open spaces, Flat Iron Square offers a relaxed urban setting to fully enjoy the mix of artisan food and drink offerings.
Open daily, from 10am until late.
Druid St Market, Bermondsey
Every Saturday 10am-4pm
Exciting new food market in Bermondsey selling fresh produce, innovative new products and street food along the arches on Druid Street. Plus guest chefs, cookbook signings & more!
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Druid Street
Druid StreetDruid St Market, Bermondsey
Every Saturday 10am-4pm
Exciting new food market in Bermondsey selling fresh produce, innovative new products and street food along the arches on Druid Street. Plus guest chefs, cookbook signings & more!
BOROUGH MARKET is rich with history, but it remains as relevant now as it has ever been. As London’s oldest food market, it has been serving the people of Southwark for 1,000 years, and that extraordinary heritage is an important part of its appeal.
But this is not a museum piece—it is a dynamic, ever-changing institution; a participant in the wider debates around what we eat and where it comes from; a place where food is talked about almost as enthusiastically as it is consumed.
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Borough Market
Borough High StreetBOROUGH MARKET is rich with history, but it remains as relevant now as it has ever been. As London’s oldest food market, it has been serving the people of Southwark for 1,000 years, and that extraordinary heritage is an important part of its appeal.
But this is not a museum piece—it is a dynamic, ever-changing institution; a participant in the wider debates around what we eat and where it comes from; a place where food is talked about almost as enthusiastically as it is consumed.
A small but bustling market offering fresh produce, including breads, cakes, meats and cheeses. Popular sellers include Monty's Deli sandwiches and St John Bakery's sourdough and fresh filled doughnuts. The Kernel Brewery is also open during market time. The market is open Saturdays between 9am-4pm and Sundays between 11am-4pm
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Maltby Street Market
Maltby Street
A small but bustling market offering fresh produce, including breads, cakes, meats and cheeses. Popular sellers include Monty's Deli sandwiches and St John Bakery's sourdough and fresh filled doughnuts. The Kernel Brewery is also open during market time. The market is open Saturdays between 9am-4pm and Sundays between 11am-4pm
Shop at Bermondsey Farmers’ Market every Saturday for tasty, fresh, local farmers produce; locally made food and groceries.
Set in Bermondsey Square, Bermondsey Farmers Market brims with quality fresh made, sustainable and organic produce. Including award winning producers serving unique dairy, wheat, gluten free, vegan, vegetarian sweet and savoury foods. Fresh bread and baked goods. Seasonal fruits/ vegetables/ juices, meat and dairy products straight from the farmer.
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Bermondsey Street
Bermondsey StreetShop at Bermondsey Farmers’ Market every Saturday for tasty, fresh, local farmers produce; locally made food and groceries.
Set in Bermondsey Square, Bermondsey Farmers Market brims with quality fresh made, sustainable and organic produce. Including award winning producers serving unique dairy, wheat, gluten free, vegan, vegetarian sweet and savoury foods. Fresh bread and baked goods. Seasonal fruits/ vegetables/ juices, meat and dairy products straight from the farmer.
Vietnamese home-style cooking including pho and clay pot curries, served in a simply decorated room.
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Mien Tay
106-108 Kingsland RdVietnamese home-style cooking including pho and clay pot curries, served in a simply decorated room.
Local Argentine steakhouse (Just downstairs) with exposed brick walls, wooden floors and live music every Monday.
This Argentinean Steakhouse has great reviews
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Santa Maria del Sur
129 Queenstown RdLocal Argentine steakhouse (Just downstairs) with exposed brick walls, wooden floors and live music every Monday.
This Argentinean Steakhouse has great reviews
Nestled between the elegance of Mayfair and the creativity of Soho, the Oscar Wilde Lounge is the space where great minds came together to change the world. It is in this very room that Oscar Wilde fell in love with Lord Alfred Douglas, Aubrey Beardsley debated with Whistler, David Bowie retired Ziggy Stardust and Mick Jagger, the Beatles and Elizabeth Taylor danced the night away. Dating back to 1865 and formerly known as the Grill Room, the gilded room was renamed in honour of our most famous patron becoming the Oscar Wilde Lounge. Today, this dramatic setting is home to Hotel Café Royal's award-winning afternoon tea service.
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Café Royal
68 Regent StreetNestled between the elegance of Mayfair and the creativity of Soho, the Oscar Wilde Lounge is the space where great minds came together to change the world. It is in this very room that Oscar Wilde fell in love with Lord Alfred Douglas, Aubrey Beardsley debated with Whistler, David Bowie retired Ziggy Stardust and Mick Jagger, the Beatles and Elizabeth Taylor danced the night away. Dating back to 1865 and formerly known as the Grill Room, the gilded room was renamed in honour of our most famous patron becoming the Oscar Wilde Lounge. Today, this dramatic setting is home to Hotel Café Royal's award-winning afternoon tea service.
One of my favourite little spots for lunch (If you like Sushi)
Small Japanese restaurant with simple decor serving sushi and cooked dishes from a conveyor belt.
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Kulu Kulu Sushi
76 Brewer StOne of my favourite little spots for lunch (If you like Sushi)
Small Japanese restaurant with simple decor serving sushi and cooked dishes from a conveyor belt.
Oyster farmers turned restaurateurs, Wright Brothers specialise in fresh seafood – particularly oysters. There’s no shortage of choice on the menu, from juicy potted prawns, dressed crab, whelks and shellfish platters to seared tuna with dark miso aïoli, Thai-style curried mussels, grilled skate with chilli jam or truffled Orkney clams with chunks of tender Ibérico pork. But it’s the oysters that are truly unmissable: there are usually at least six seasonal varieties to choose from, plus deep-fried, smoked, dressed and citrus-marinated versions.
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Wright Brothers Battersea
Oyster farmers turned restaurateurs, Wright Brothers specialise in fresh seafood – particularly oysters. There’s no shortage of choice on the menu, from juicy potted prawns, dressed crab, whelks and shellfish platters to seared tuna with dark miso aïoli, Thai-style curried mussels, grilled skate with chilli jam or truffled Orkney clams with chunks of tender Ibérico pork. But it’s the oysters that are truly unmissable: there are usually at least six seasonal varieties to choose from, plus deep-fried, smoked, dressed and citrus-marinated versions.
Little has changed here in decades. It's a great stop for a pot of tea and a cake in Soho.
Maison Bertaux was founded in 1871 by a French communard from Paris named Monsieur Bertaux. It is situated at 28 Greek Street, Soho, London, next door to the Coach and Horses pub; Maison Bertaux is the oldest pâtisserie shop in London.
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Maison Bertaux
28 Greek StLittle has changed here in decades. It's a great stop for a pot of tea and a cake in Soho.
Maison Bertaux was founded in 1871 by a French communard from Paris named Monsieur Bertaux. It is situated at 28 Greek Street, Soho, London, next door to the Coach and Horses pub; Maison Bertaux is the oldest pâtisserie shop in London.
Drinks & Nightlife
Airy, convivial, real ale pub with sofas and rustic tables for gourmet burgers and gastropub dishes.
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The Victoria
10A Strathearn PlAiry, convivial, real ale pub with sofas and rustic tables for gourmet burgers and gastropub dishes.
Just across Chelsea Bridge
Renowned for its history and famous patrons, The Cross Keys offers a dose of celebrated comfort in a cosy corner of Chelsea.
From innovative, seasonal dishes to pub classics and Sunday roasts served with a choice of real ales, wines or drinks, The Cross Keys offers the perfect gastro experience.
Come by to sample the menu or just enjoy some bar snacks and a pint at Chelsea’s iconic local pub.
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The Cross Keys
1 Lawrence StJust across Chelsea Bridge
Renowned for its history and famous patrons, The Cross Keys offers a dose of celebrated comfort in a cosy corner of Chelsea.
From innovative, seasonal dishes to pub classics and Sunday roasts served with a choice of real ales, wines or drinks, The Cross Keys offers the perfect gastro experience.
Come by to sample the menu or just enjoy some bar snacks and a pint at Chelsea’s iconic local pub.
Good Place to for Lunch or Dinner. `(Best to book a table)
A palace of a pub commanding the Western flank of Battersea Park with a view which puts most pubs to shame, The Prince Albert extends a right royal welcome to all who clap eyes on her. Decked out in rustic finery and host to an easy elegance which beguiles locals and visitors alike it’s a glorious place to eat, drink and be merry!
Situated just across the road from the beautiful Battersea Park, The Prince Albert has it all from it's vast selection of guest ales and craft beers, to its contemporary smoking terrace; the Prince Albert has a truly unique atmosphere that has the ability to entice customers from all over London.
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The Prince Albert
85 Albert Bridge RdGood Place to for Lunch or Dinner. `(Best to book a table)
A palace of a pub commanding the Western flank of Battersea Park with a view which puts most pubs to shame, The Prince Albert extends a right royal welcome to all who clap eyes on her. Decked out in rustic finery and host to an easy elegance which beguiles locals and visitors alike it’s a glorious place to eat, drink and be merry!
Situated just across the road from the beautiful Battersea Park, The Prince Albert has it all from it's vast selection of guest ales and craft beers, to its contemporary smoking terrace; the Prince Albert has a truly unique atmosphere that has the ability to entice customers from all over London.
Bunga Bunga Bar All singing all dancing Italian Cocktails, Pizza, Karaoke and Variety Shows.
Mediterranean Mischief in Battersea!
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Bunga Bunga London
37 Battersea Bridge RdBunga Bunga Bar All singing all dancing Italian Cocktails, Pizza, Karaoke and Variety Shows.
Mediterranean Mischief in Battersea!
The Prospect of Whitby is a historic public house on the banks of the Thames at Wapping in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. It lays claim to being the site of the oldest riverside tavern, dating from around 1520.
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The Prospect of Whitby
57 Wapping WallThe Prospect of Whitby is a historic public house on the banks of the Thames at Wapping in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. It lays claim to being the site of the oldest riverside tavern, dating from around 1520.
Aqua Shard, located on level 31 of The Shard, serves innovative contemporary British cuisine and boasts breathtaking views from its restaurant, private dining rooms and spectacular three-storey high atrium bar.
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Aqua Shard
31 St Thomas StAqua Shard, located on level 31 of The Shard, serves innovative contemporary British cuisine and boasts breathtaking views from its restaurant, private dining rooms and spectacular three-storey high atrium bar.
The first pub on the site probably originated during the Wars of the Roses in the 1460s and was called The Hostel.
During more peaceful times in 1 533 it became known as The Red Cow, a reference to the bar maid working at the time. The notorious Judge Jeffreys was caught outside the ale house as he tried to escape disguised as a sailor on a collier bound for Hamburg after the Glorious Revolution of 1688; which overthrew King James II. Presiding over the Bloody Assizes after Monmouth’s unsuccessful rebellion against James II, Judge Jeffreys had taken great pleasure in sending hundreds to their execution, and in abusing their attorney’s, which was a costly mistake as he was recognised!
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Town of Ramsgate
62 Wapping High StThe first pub on the site probably originated during the Wars of the Roses in the 1460s and was called The Hostel.
During more peaceful times in 1 533 it became known as The Red Cow, a reference to the bar maid working at the time. The notorious Judge Jeffreys was caught outside the ale house as he tried to escape disguised as a sailor on a collier bound for Hamburg after the Glorious Revolution of 1688; which overthrew King James II. Presiding over the Bloody Assizes after Monmouth’s unsuccessful rebellion against James II, Judge Jeffreys had taken great pleasure in sending hundreds to their execution, and in abusing their attorney’s, which was a costly mistake as he was recognised!
Entertainment & Activities
Go Ape Battersea
goape.co.uk/days-out/battersea
A zip wire in Battersea Park
Introducing our Battersea helicopter tours - from our most central London heliport! You will be just south of the river when you take off from Battersea helipad on these amazing sightseeing tours that boast all the best views of the capital.
you’ll be in the cabin of an executive helicopter rising above it all
www.intotheblue.co.uk/flying-experiences/sightseeing/flights/battersea-heliport/
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London Heliport
Bridges Court RoadIntroducing our Battersea helicopter tours - from our most central London heliport! You will be just south of the river when you take off from Battersea helipad on these amazing sightseeing tours that boast all the best views of the capital.
you’ll be in the cabin of an executive helicopter rising above it all
www.intotheblue.co.uk/flying-experiences/sightseeing/flights/battersea-heliport/
Tooting Bec Lido is an open-air fresh water swimming pool in South London. It is the largest swimming pool by surface area in the United Kingdom, being 100 yards long and 33 yards wide. Wikipedia
Address: Tooting Bec Rd, Tooting, London SW16 1RU
Hours:
0600 - 1645 Everday.
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Tooting Bec Lido
Tooting Bec RoadTooting Bec Lido is an open-air fresh water swimming pool in South London. It is the largest swimming pool by surface area in the United Kingdom, being 100 yards long and 33 yards wide. Wikipedia
Address: Tooting Bec Rd, Tooting, London SW16 1RU
Hours:
0600 - 1645 Everday.
Floating venue hosting musical, comedy and cabaret entertainment, plus restaurant and private hire.
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The Battersea Barge
Nine Elms LaneFloating venue hosting musical, comedy and cabaret entertainment, plus restaurant and private hire.
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Climbing Centre, check it out on line for prices and what's on.
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VauxWall Climbing Centre
47a S Lambeth RdClimbing Centre, check it out on line for prices and what's on.
The Scoop is an outdoor amphitheatre near City Hall and London Bridge. During the summer the amphitheatre is filled with free entertainment. Listen to free live music with your lunch or catch a play or outdoor movie screening in the evening.
Check it out in line to see what is on.
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The Scoop
The Scoop is an outdoor amphitheatre near City Hall and London Bridge. During the summer the amphitheatre is filled with free entertainment. Listen to free live music with your lunch or catch a play or outdoor movie screening in the evening.
Check it out in line to see what is on.
THE LONDON BRIDGE EXPERIENCE, CROWNED ‘BEST GUIDED TOUR’, IS AN IMMERSIVE THEATRICAL EXPERIENCE BRINGING TOGETHER HISTORY AND HORROR, EDUCATION AND FUN
Become part of London's gruesome history and travel back in time with notorious English characters, uncovering the dark secrets that lie beneath the world’s most haunted bridge. You will see, hear and even smell what London Bridge was like throughout the ages.
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London Souvenirs
Battle Bridge LaneTHE LONDON BRIDGE EXPERIENCE, CROWNED ‘BEST GUIDED TOUR’, IS AN IMMERSIVE THEATRICAL EXPERIENCE BRINGING TOGETHER HISTORY AND HORROR, EDUCATION AND FUN
Become part of London's gruesome history and travel back in time with notorious English characters, uncovering the dark secrets that lie beneath the world’s most haunted bridge. You will see, hear and even smell what London Bridge was like throughout the ages.
Europe's largest collection of global marine life, with over 500 species, 14 themed zones and 2 million litres of water
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SEA LIFE Centre London Aquarium
Westminster Bridge RoadEurope's largest collection of global marine life, with over 500 species, 14 themed zones and 2 million litres of water
n 2008 we started the Thames RIB Experience with 2 brand new high powered boats BIGGEST, FASTEST & LOUDEST on the Thames, we added our 5th Vessel in 2015. We have the ultimate fleet of high speed RIB boats, faster than any other operator on the Thames, fully loaded with sound and PA systems with safety rails and Yanmar high performance engines. What better way to see London’s Sights than from the most famous waterway in the World, the River Thames on these magnificent London Speedboats designed for the ultimate Thames Speed boat Rollercoaster Adrenalin Packed Experience! As you journey along the river, our guide will provide you with a wealth of knowledge about the vast amount of wonderful
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Thames Rib Experience
Victoria Embankmentn 2008 we started the Thames RIB Experience with 2 brand new high powered boats BIGGEST, FASTEST & LOUDEST on the Thames, we added our 5th Vessel in 2015. We have the ultimate fleet of high speed RIB boats, faster than any other operator on the Thames, fully loaded with sound and PA systems with safety rails and Yanmar high performance engines. What better way to see London’s Sights than from the most famous waterway in the World, the River Thames on these magnificent London Speedboats designed for the ultimate Thames Speed boat Rollercoaster Adrenalin Packed Experience! As you journey along the river, our guide will provide you with a wealth of knowledge about the vast amount of wonderful
The London Dungeon is a tourist attraction along London's South Bank, England, which recreates various gory and macabre historical events in a gallows humour style. It uses a mixture of live actors, special effects and rides.
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London Dungeon
Westminster Bridge RoadThe London Dungeon is a tourist attraction along London's South Bank, England, which recreates various gory and macabre historical events in a gallows humour style. It uses a mixture of live actors, special effects and rides.
London's Comedy Store has hosted some of the World's great comic's. Check out what acts are on whilst your in town.
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The Comedy Store
1a Oxendon StLondon's Comedy Store has hosted some of the World's great comic's. Check out what acts are on whilst your in town.
Arts & Culture
Hub for the arts hosting drama shows, discussions and dance events, plus a bar with homemade food.
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Battersea Arts Centre
Lavender HillHub for the arts hosting drama shows, discussions and dance events, plus a bar with homemade food.
The Saatchi Gallery is a London gallery for contemporary art, opened by Charles Saatchi in 1985 in order to exhibit his collection to the public.
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Saatchi Gallery
King's RdThe Saatchi Gallery is a London gallery for contemporary art, opened by Charles Saatchi in 1985 in order to exhibit his collection to the public.
The Home of British Art since 1500 to the present day.
With FREE entry (Although you have to pay to see special exhibitions)
Tate Britain is an art museum on Millbank in the City of Westminster in London. It is part of the Tate network of galleries in England, with Tate Modern, Tate Liverpool and Tate St Ives.
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Tate Britain
MillbankThe Home of British Art since 1500 to the present day.
With FREE entry (Although you have to pay to see special exhibitions)
Tate Britain is an art museum on Millbank in the City of Westminster in London. It is part of the Tate network of galleries in England, with Tate Modern, Tate Liverpool and Tate St Ives.
Founded by the pioneering American actor and director Sam Wanamaker, Shakespeare's Globe is a unique international resource dedicated to the exploration of Shakespeare's work and the playhouse for which he wrote, through the connected means of performance and education.
Together, the Globe Theatre, Globe Exhibition & Tour and Globe Education seek to further the experience and international understanding of Shakespeare in performance.
Check it out on line to see what's on
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Shakespeares Globe Theatre
21 New Globe WalkFounded by the pioneering American actor and director Sam Wanamaker, Shakespeare's Globe is a unique international resource dedicated to the exploration of Shakespeare's work and the playhouse for which he wrote, through the connected means of performance and education.
Together, the Globe Theatre, Globe Exhibition & Tour and Globe Education seek to further the experience and international understanding of Shakespeare in performance.
Check it out on line to see what's on
The Grant Museum of Zoology is the only remaining university zoological museum in London.
It houses around 68,000 specimens, covering the whole Animal Kingdom.
Founded in 1828 as a teaching collection, the Museum is packed full of skeletons, mounted animals and specimens preserved in fluid. Many of the species are now endangered or extinct including thylacine, the quagga, and the dodo.
The Grant Museum of Zoology provides a unique window on the entire animal kingdom.
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Grant Museum of Zoology
21 University StThe Grant Museum of Zoology is the only remaining university zoological museum in London.
It houses around 68,000 specimens, covering the whole Animal Kingdom.
Founded in 1828 as a teaching collection, the Museum is packed full of skeletons, mounted animals and specimens preserved in fluid. Many of the species are now endangered or extinct including thylacine, the quagga, and the dodo.
The Grant Museum of Zoology provides a unique window on the entire animal kingdom.
The British Museum is dedicated to human history, art and culture, and is located in the Bloomsbury area of London. Its permanent collection, numbering some 8 million works, is among the largest and most comprehensive in existence and originates from all continents, illustrating and documenting the story of human culture from its beginnings to the present.
The British Museum was established in 1753, largely based on the collections of the physician and scientist Sir Hans Sloane.
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British Museum
Great Russell StreetThe British Museum is dedicated to human history, art and culture, and is located in the Bloomsbury area of London. Its permanent collection, numbering some 8 million works, is among the largest and most comprehensive in existence and originates from all continents, illustrating and documenting the story of human culture from its beginnings to the present.
The British Museum was established in 1753, largely based on the collections of the physician and scientist Sir Hans Sloane.
Our history has always been the future. For over a century the Whitechapel Gallery has premiered world-class artists from modern masters such as Pablo Picasso, Jackson Pollock, Mark Rothko and Frida Kahlo to contemporaries such as Sophie Calle, Paul Noble, Thomas Struth, Sarah Lucas and Mark Wallinger.
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Whitechapel Gallery
77-82 Whitechapel High StOur history has always been the future. For over a century the Whitechapel Gallery has premiered world-class artists from modern masters such as Pablo Picasso, Jackson Pollock, Mark Rothko and Frida Kahlo to contemporaries such as Sophie Calle, Paul Noble, Thomas Struth, Sarah Lucas and Mark Wallinger.
FREE Admission. Open 10.00-18.00 every day.
Our London museum tells the stories of people’s experiences of modern war from WW1 to conflicts today.
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Imperial War Museums
Lambeth RoadFREE Admission. Open 10.00-18.00 every day.
Our London museum tells the stories of people’s experiences of modern war from WW1 to conflicts today.
Opened in 1676 The Royal Observatory, Greenwich played a major role in the history of astronomy and navigation.
Stand on the iconic Meridian Line with one foot in the west and one foot in the east
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Det kongelige observatoriet i Greenwich
Blackheath AvenueOpened in 1676 The Royal Observatory, Greenwich played a major role in the history of astronomy and navigation.
Stand on the iconic Meridian Line with one foot in the west and one foot in the east
Step inside a 200-year-old warehouse revealing the long history of London as a port, through stories of trade, migration and commerce.
Discover a wealth of objects in world-class galleries, including Sailortown, an atmospheric recreation of 19th-century London; and London, Sugar and Slavery, which reveals the city's involvement in the transatlantic slave trade. With unique finds, unusual objects and fascinating tours, the Museum of London Docklands is one of London's hidden treasures.
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Museum of London Docklands
Hertsmere RoadStep inside a 200-year-old warehouse revealing the long history of London as a port, through stories of trade, migration and commerce.
Discover a wealth of objects in world-class galleries, including Sailortown, an atmospheric recreation of 19th-century London; and London, Sugar and Slavery, which reveals the city's involvement in the transatlantic slave trade. With unique finds, unusual objects and fascinating tours, the Museum of London Docklands is one of London's hidden treasures.
A visit to London isn't complete without a trip to Tate Modern.
Britain's national museum of modern and contemporary art from around the world is housed in the former Bankside Power Station on the banks of the Thames. The awe-inspiring Turbine Hall runs the length of the entire building and you can see amazing work for free by artists such as Cézanne, Bonnard, Matisse, Picasso, Rothko, Dalí, Pollock, Warhol and Bourgeois.
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Tate Modern
BanksideA visit to London isn't complete without a trip to Tate Modern.
Britain's national museum of modern and contemporary art from around the world is housed in the former Bankside Power Station on the banks of the Thames. The awe-inspiring Turbine Hall runs the length of the entire building and you can see amazing work for free by artists such as Cézanne, Bonnard, Matisse, Picasso, Rothko, Dalí, Pollock, Warhol and Bourgeois.
On the South Bank of the Thames, in London, the National Theatre presents up to 25 new shows a year. There are three theatres, a learning centre, theatre tours, restaurants, a riverside bar and a bookshop.
Our productions also play in the West End and on tour. We broadcast to cinemas worldwide through National Theatre Live, stream plays free to UK schools, and produce a wealth of digital content about theatre.
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Nationaltheatret
Upper GroundOn the South Bank of the Thames, in London, the National Theatre presents up to 25 new shows a year. There are three theatres, a learning centre, theatre tours, restaurants, a riverside bar and a bookshop.
Our productions also play in the West End and on tour. We broadcast to cinemas worldwide through National Theatre Live, stream plays free to UK schools, and produce a wealth of digital content about theatre.
Hayward Gallery is a world-renowned contemporary art gallery and a landmark of Brutalist architecture.
The exhibition programme focuses on presenting a wide range of adventurous and influential artists from across the world. Its rich history includes exhibitions by modern pioneers such as Paul Klee, Lucio Fontana, Francis Bacon, Bridget Riley, and Anthony Caro.
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Hayward Gallery
Belvedere RoadHayward Gallery is a world-renowned contemporary art gallery and a landmark of Brutalist architecture.
The exhibition programme focuses on presenting a wide range of adventurous and influential artists from across the world. Its rich history includes exhibitions by modern pioneers such as Paul Klee, Lucio Fontana, Francis Bacon, Bridget Riley, and Anthony Caro.
A world-class arts and learning centre, the Barbican pushes the boundaries of all major art forms including dance, film, music, theatre and visual arts
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Barbican-senteret
Silk StreetA world-class arts and learning centre, the Barbican pushes the boundaries of all major art forms including dance, film, music, theatre and visual arts
The Florence Nightingale Museum is located at St Thomas' Hospital, which faces the Palace of Westminster across the River Thames in South Bank, central London, England. It is open to the public seven days a week. It re-opened on 12 May 2010 following an extensive £1.4m refurbishment.[1]
The museum tells the real story of Florence Nightingale, "the lady with the lamp", from her Victorian childhood to her experiences in the Crimean, through to her years as an ardent campaigner for health reform. Nightingale is recognised as the founder of modern nursing in the United Kingdom.
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Florence Nightingale-museet
2 Lambeth Palace RdThe Florence Nightingale Museum is located at St Thomas' Hospital, which faces the Palace of Westminster across the River Thames in South Bank, central London, England. It is open to the public seven days a week. It re-opened on 12 May 2010 following an extensive £1.4m refurbishment.[1]
The museum tells the real story of Florence Nightingale, "the lady with the lamp", from her Victorian childhood to her experiences in the Crimean, through to her years as an ardent campaigner for health reform. Nightingale is recognised as the founder of modern nursing in the United Kingdom.
The Bridge will play host to a diverse programme of one-off events and new series, which will include intimate gigs with world class musicians and singer-songwriters; the live recording of a new podcast; conversations and stories on food, fashion, politics, science; or something we haven’t thought of yet.
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Bridge Theatre
3 Potters Flds PkThe Bridge will play host to a diverse programme of one-off events and new series, which will include intimate gigs with world class musicians and singer-songwriters; the live recording of a new podcast; conversations and stories on food, fashion, politics, science; or something we haven’t thought of yet.
Check on line to see what shows are on.
The Fashion and Textile Museum, based in Bermondsey, London, is the only museum in the UK solely dedicated to showcasing developments in contemporary fashion, as well as providing inspiration, support and training for those working in the industry.
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Fashion and Textile Museum
83 Bermondsey StThe Fashion and Textile Museum, based in Bermondsey, London, is the only museum in the UK solely dedicated to showcasing developments in contemporary fashion, as well as providing inspiration, support and training for those working in the industry.
The Clink was a prison in Southwark, England, which operated from the 12th century until 1780. The prison served the Liberty of the Clink, a local manor area owned by the Bishop of Winchester rather than by the reigning monarch. As the Liberty owner, the Bishop kept all revenues from the Clink Liberty, and could put people in prison for failing to make their payments. As the Bishop, he could also imprison heretics. The Clink prison was situated next to the Bishop's London-area residence of Winchester Palace. The Clink was possibly the oldest men's prison and probably the oldest women's prison in England.[
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Clink Prison Museum
1 Clink StThe Clink was a prison in Southwark, England, which operated from the 12th century until 1780. The prison served the Liberty of the Clink, a local manor area owned by the Bishop of Winchester rather than by the reigning monarch. As the Liberty owner, the Bishop kept all revenues from the Clink Liberty, and could put people in prison for failing to make their payments. As the Bishop, he could also imprison heretics. The Clink prison was situated next to the Bishop's London-area residence of Winchester Palace. The Clink was possibly the oldest men's prison and probably the oldest women's prison in England.[
White Cube Bermondsey opened in October 2011 and is the largest of all the gallery's sites, incorporating more than 5440m² (58,000 sq ft) of interior space. The building, which dates from the 1970s, was renovated and designed by London and Berlin-based architects Casper Mueller Kneer and includes three major exhibition spaces as well as private viewing rooms. Since its inception, the building has hosted a variety of important exhibitions such as the first UK showing of work by American artist Theaster Gates, a comprehensive retrospective of prints by Chuck Close and the largest presentation of Anselm Kiefer work's ever staged in London.
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White Cube Bermondsey
Bermondsey StreetWhite Cube Bermondsey opened in October 2011 and is the largest of all the gallery's sites, incorporating more than 5440m² (58,000 sq ft) of interior space. The building, which dates from the 1970s, was renovated and designed by London and Berlin-based architects Casper Mueller Kneer and includes three major exhibition spaces as well as private viewing rooms. Since its inception, the building has hosted a variety of important exhibitions such as the first UK showing of work by American artist Theaster Gates, a comprehensive retrospective of prints by Chuck Close and the largest presentation of Anselm Kiefer work's ever staged in London.
Powerful symbols of the Monarchy
The Crown Jewels, part of the Royal Collection, are the most powerful symbols of the British Monarchy and hold deep religious and cultural significance in our nation’s history. The mystique and beauty of the diamonds and precious jewels in the royal regalia have always held an unparalleled allure to visitors from across the globe.
You'll find the Crown Jewels under armed guard in the Jewel House at the Tower of London. These gems are a unique working collection of royal regalia and are still regularly used by The Queen for important national ceremonies, such as the State Opening of Parliament. Make sure to look out for the ‘in use' signs.
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Kronjuvelene
Tower HillPowerful symbols of the Monarchy
The Crown Jewels, part of the Royal Collection, are the most powerful symbols of the British Monarchy and hold deep religious and cultural significance in our nation’s history. The mystique and beauty of the diamonds and precious jewels in the royal regalia have always held an unparalleled allure to visitors from across the globe.
You'll find the Crown Jewels under armed guard in the Jewel House at the Tower of London. These gems are a unique working collection of royal regalia and are still regularly used by The Queen for important national ceremonies, such as the State Opening of Parliament. Make sure to look out for the ‘in use' signs.
Discover the history of London at the Museum of London. We tell the story of the world's greatest city and its people. From prehistoric times to the present day. FREE Entry
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Museum of London
Museum of LondonDiscover the history of London at the Museum of London. We tell the story of the world's greatest city and its people. From prehistoric times to the present day. FREE Entry
Shakespeare's Globe is the complex housing a reconstruction of the Globe Theatre, an Elizabethan playhouse associated with William Shakespeare, in the London Borough of Southwark, on the south bank of the River Thames. The original theatre was built in 1599, destroyed by fire in 1613, rebuilt in 1614, and then demolished in 1644. The modern Globe Theatre reconstruction is an academic approximation based on available evidence of the 1599 and 1614 buildings. It is considered quite realistic, though contemporary safety requirements mean that it accommodates only 1400 spectators compared to the original theatre’s 3000.
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Shakespeares Globe Theatre
21 New Globe WalkShakespeare's Globe is the complex housing a reconstruction of the Globe Theatre, an Elizabethan playhouse associated with William Shakespeare, in the London Borough of Southwark, on the south bank of the River Thames. The original theatre was built in 1599, destroyed by fire in 1613, rebuilt in 1614, and then demolished in 1644. The modern Globe Theatre reconstruction is an academic approximation based on available evidence of the 1599 and 1614 buildings. It is considered quite realistic, though contemporary safety requirements mean that it accommodates only 1400 spectators compared to the original theatre’s 3000.
Southbank Centre is a complex of artistic venues in London, England, on the South Bank of the River Thames (between Hungerford Bridge and Waterloo Bridge).
It comprises three main performance venues (the Royal Festival Hall including the Saison Poetry Library, the Queen Elizabeth Hall and the Purcell Room), together with the Hayward Gallery, and is Europe’s largest centre for the arts. It attracts more than six million visitors annually. Over two thousand paid performances of music, dance and literature are staged at Southbank Centre each year, as well as over two thousand free events and an education programme.
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Southbank Centre
Southbank Centre is a complex of artistic venues in London, England, on the South Bank of the River Thames (between Hungerford Bridge and Waterloo Bridge).
It comprises three main performance venues (the Royal Festival Hall including the Saison Poetry Library, the Queen Elizabeth Hall and the Purcell Room), together with the Hayward Gallery, and is Europe’s largest centre for the arts. It attracts more than six million visitors annually. Over two thousand paid performances of music, dance and literature are staged at Southbank Centre each year, as well as over two thousand free events and an education programme.
FREE ADMISSION.
The National Portrait Gallery is an art gallery in London housing a collection of portraits of historically important and famous British people. It was the first portrait gallery in the world when it opened in 1856.
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National Portrait Gallery
Saint Martin's PlaceFREE ADMISSION.
The National Portrait Gallery is an art gallery in London housing a collection of portraits of historically important and famous British people. It was the first portrait gallery in the world when it opened in 1856.
St Martin-in-the-Fields is an architectural jewel sitting at the corner of one of the world’s most famous squares. It’s a place of encounter between God and humanity, the wealthy and the destitute, culture and commerce. We welcome you into the warmth of this vibrant community.
Classical concerts are often held at St Martins, They also have a cafe in the crypt. Check out on line to see what is on.
St Martins in the Fields Almshouse Charity
75 St John's Wood TerraceSt Martin-in-the-Fields is an architectural jewel sitting at the corner of one of the world’s most famous squares. It’s a place of encounter between God and humanity, the wealthy and the destitute, culture and commerce. We welcome you into the warmth of this vibrant community.
Classical concerts are often held at St Martins, They also have a cafe in the crypt. Check out on line to see what is on.
Discover the rooms where Winston Churchill and his Cabinet sheltered during World War 2 on a tour of the Churchill War Rooms in London. See artifacts of war, and experience the wartime bunker, left just as it was during the days of the Blitz.
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Churchill War Rooms
King Charles StreetDiscover the rooms where Winston Churchill and his Cabinet sheltered during World War 2 on a tour of the Churchill War Rooms in London. See artifacts of war, and experience the wartime bunker, left just as it was during the days of the Blitz.
The National Gallery is an art museum in Trafalgar Square in the City of Westminster, in Central London. Founded in 1824, it houses a collection of over 2,300 paintings dating from the mid-13th century to 1900.
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National Gallery
Trafalgar SquareThe National Gallery is an art museum in Trafalgar Square in the City of Westminster, in Central London. Founded in 1824, it houses a collection of over 2,300 paintings dating from the mid-13th century to 1900.
The Old Operating Theatre Museum and Herb Garret is one of the most unusual Museums in London. It is in quite an amazing location - in the attic of an English Baroque church which was used as a Herb Garret, and later on converted into an Operating Theatre in the 19th century
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Det gamle operasjonsteatermuseet og Herb Garret
9a St Thomas StThe Old Operating Theatre Museum and Herb Garret is one of the most unusual Museums in London. It is in quite an amazing location - in the attic of an English Baroque church which was used as a Herb Garret, and later on converted into an Operating Theatre in the 19th century
The British Library is the UK’s national library.
Sir John Ritblat: Treasures of the British Library Gallery is 'The holy grail for history buffs' - Time Out. Magna Carta, Lindisfarne Gospels, Jane Austen's notebook, handwritten lyrics by the Beatles, Leonardo da Vinci's notebook and Nizami's Five Poems are just a few of the Treasures you can see.
Every year the British Library hosts a range of exhibitions, some of which are free. Coming up, journey to where magic and myth began with our Harry Potter: A History of Magic exhibition or celebrate the sound archive with a free exhibition dedicated to taking time to listen.
Enjoy the lively programme of talks, courses, Lates and family events.
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The British Library
96 Euston RdThe British Library is the UK’s national library.
Sir John Ritblat: Treasures of the British Library Gallery is 'The holy grail for history buffs' - Time Out. Magna Carta, Lindisfarne Gospels, Jane Austen's notebook, handwritten lyrics by the Beatles, Leonardo da Vinci's notebook and Nizami's Five Poems are just a few of the Treasures you can see.
Every year the British Library hosts a range of exhibitions, some of which are free. Coming up, journey to where magic and myth began with our Harry Potter: A History of Magic exhibition or celebrate the sound archive with a free exhibition dedicated to taking time to listen.
Enjoy the lively programme of talks, courses, Lates and family events.
The Royal Festival Hall is a 2,900-seat concert, dance and talks venue within Southbank Centre in London. It is situated on the South Bank of the River Thames, not far from Hungerford Bridge, in the London Borough of Lambeth. It is a Grade I listed building, the first post-war building to become so protected.
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Royal Festival Hall
Belvedere RoadThe Royal Festival Hall is a 2,900-seat concert, dance and talks venue within Southbank Centre in London. It is situated on the South Bank of the River Thames, not far from Hungerford Bridge, in the London Borough of Lambeth. It is a Grade I listed building, the first post-war building to become so protected.
Sightseeing
New Covent Garden Market is the largest wholesale fruit, vegetable, and flower market in the United Kingdom. Located in Nine Elms, London, the Market covers a site of 57 acres and is home to approximately 200 fruit, vegetable, and flower companies. Wikipedia
Address: Nine Elms Ln, London SW8 5BH
Hours:
Wednesday4–10am
Thursday4–10am
Friday4–10am
Saturday4–10am
SundayClosed
Monday4–10am
Tuesday4–10am
Phone: 020 7720 2211
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New Covent Garden Market
Nine Elms LaneNew Covent Garden Market is the largest wholesale fruit, vegetable, and flower market in the United Kingdom. Located in Nine Elms, London, the Market covers a site of 57 acres and is home to approximately 200 fruit, vegetable, and flower companies. Wikipedia
Address: Nine Elms Ln, London SW8 5BH
Hours:
Wednesday4–10am
Thursday4–10am
Friday4–10am
Saturday4–10am
SundayClosed
Monday4–10am
Tuesday4–10am
Phone: 020 7720 2211
The Albert Bridge is a road bridge over the River Thames in West London, connecting Chelsea on the north bank to Battersea on the south bank. Designed and built by Rowland Mason Ordish in 1873 as an Ordish–Lefeuvre system modified cable-stayed bridge, it proved to be structurally unsound, so between 1884 and 1887 Sir Joseph Bazalgette incorporated some of the design elements of a suspension bridge. In 1973 the Greater London Council added two concrete piers, which transformed the central span into a simple beam bridge. As a result, today the bridge is an unusual hybrid of three different design styles. It is an English Heritage Grade II* listed building.
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Albert Bridge
Albert BridgeThe Albert Bridge is a road bridge over the River Thames in West London, connecting Chelsea on the north bank to Battersea on the south bank. Designed and built by Rowland Mason Ordish in 1873 as an Ordish–Lefeuvre system modified cable-stayed bridge, it proved to be structurally unsound, so between 1884 and 1887 Sir Joseph Bazalgette incorporated some of the design elements of a suspension bridge. In 1973 the Greater London Council added two concrete piers, which transformed the central span into a simple beam bridge. As a result, today the bridge is an unusual hybrid of three different design styles. It is an English Heritage Grade II* listed building.
This is St Mary's Church. The current church was built in 1777 and it’s connected with a number of famous or noteworthy people. William Blake was married here, J.M.W Turner painted here, Benedict Arnold died here, and William Curtis collected samples for his plants in the church. You will see four spectacular stained glass windows celebrating their work here.
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St Mary's Church, Battersea
Battersea Church RoadThis is St Mary's Church. The current church was built in 1777 and it’s connected with a number of famous or noteworthy people. William Blake was married here, J.M.W Turner painted here, Benedict Arnold died here, and William Curtis collected samples for his plants in the church. You will see four spectacular stained glass windows celebrating their work here.
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Take bus 452 or 137 from Queenstown Road junction Prairie Street, Stop R to Sloane Square Subway Station, taking around 10 minutes. Jump on the subway (District or Circle Line) it takes only 5 mins to Westminster.
The centre of political life in the UK, housed in the Thames-side Palace of Westminster.
Tours of the Houses of Parliament offer a unique combination of one thousand years of history,
Incorporates the magnificent Westminster Hall dating from 1097. Other highlights include the Queen’s Robing Room, Royal Gallery, Lords Chamber, Central Lobby and the Commons Chamber, scene of many lively debates.
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Houses of Parliament Shop
12 Bridge StTake bus 452 or 137 from Queenstown Road junction Prairie Street, Stop R to Sloane Square Subway Station, taking around 10 minutes. Jump on the subway (District or Circle Line) it takes only 5 mins to Westminster.
The centre of political life in the UK, housed in the Thames-side Palace of Westminster.
Tours of the Houses of Parliament offer a unique combination of one thousand years of history,
Incorporates the magnificent Westminster Hall dating from 1097. Other highlights include the Queen’s Robing Room, Royal Gallery, Lords Chamber, Central Lobby and the Commons Chamber, scene of many lively debates.
The London Eye is a giant Ferris wheel on the South Bank of the River Thames in London. Also known as the Millennium Wheel, it has also been called by its owners the British Airways London Eye, the Merlin Entertainments London Eye, the EDF Energy London Eye and, as of mid-January 2015, the Coca-Cola London Eye.
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London Eye
The London Eye is a giant Ferris wheel on the South Bank of the River Thames in London. Also known as the Millennium Wheel, it has also been called by its owners the British Airways London Eye, the Merlin Entertainments London Eye, the EDF Energy London Eye and, as of mid-January 2015, the Coca-Cola London Eye.
The Tower of London, officially Her Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London, is a historic castle located on the north bank of the River Thames in central London. It lies within the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, separated from the eastern edge of the square mile of the City of London by the open space known as Tower Hill. It was founded towards the end of 1066 as part of the Norman Conquest of England. The White Tower, which gives the entire castle its name, was built by William the Conqueror in 1078 and was a resented symbol of oppression, inflicted upon London by the new ruling elite. The castle was used as a prison from 1100
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Tower of London
The Tower of London, officially Her Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London, is a historic castle located on the north bank of the River Thames in central London. It lies within the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, separated from the eastern edge of the square mile of the City of London by the open space known as Tower Hill. It was founded towards the end of 1066 as part of the Norman Conquest of England. The White Tower, which gives the entire castle its name, was built by William the Conqueror in 1078 and was a resented symbol of oppression, inflicted upon London by the new ruling elite. The castle was used as a prison from 1100
City Hall is the Mayor of London's new headquarters and home to London's governing body, the London Assembly.
Members of the public are allowed inside to visit the canteen. You can also book a walking talk of the building.
The Mayor, not to be confused with the Lord Mayor of the City of London which is a ceremonial post, is publically elected every four years to manage the governance of Greater London.
Opened in 2002, City Hall was designed by Sir Norman Foster who also designed the Gherkin Tower close by. Built on the site of the old Hay’s Wharf complex City Hall’s sweeping spherical shape makes it an environmentally friendly building.
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City Hall
Kamal Chunchie WayCity Hall is the Mayor of London's new headquarters and home to London's governing body, the London Assembly.
Members of the public are allowed inside to visit the canteen. You can also book a walking talk of the building.
The Mayor, not to be confused with the Lord Mayor of the City of London which is a ceremonial post, is publically elected every four years to manage the governance of Greater London.
Opened in 2002, City Hall was designed by Sir Norman Foster who also designed the Gherkin Tower close by. Built on the site of the old Hay’s Wharf complex City Hall’s sweeping spherical shape makes it an environmentally friendly building.
Dennis Severs’ House at 18 Folgate Street, Spitalfields is more than just a time capsule. It is both a breathtaking and an intimate portrait of the lives of a family of Huguenot silk-weavers from 1724 to the dawn of the 20th Century. As you follow their fortunes through the generations, the sights, smells and sounds of the house take you into their lives. It was Dennis Severs’ intention that as you enter his house it is as if you have passed through the surface of a painting, exploring with your senses and imagination a meticulously crafted 18th Century world. Check out the website for opening times
www.dennissevershouse.co.uk
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Dennis Severs' House
18 Folgate StDennis Severs’ House at 18 Folgate Street, Spitalfields is more than just a time capsule. It is both a breathtaking and an intimate portrait of the lives of a family of Huguenot silk-weavers from 1724 to the dawn of the 20th Century. As you follow their fortunes through the generations, the sights, smells and sounds of the house take you into their lives. It was Dennis Severs’ intention that as you enter his house it is as if you have passed through the surface of a painting, exploring with your senses and imagination a meticulously crafted 18th Century world. Check out the website for opening times
www.dennissevershouse.co.uk
155 metres up, the spectacular Sky Garden offers views across the capital and far beyond
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Sky Garden
155 metres up, the spectacular Sky Garden offers views across the capital and far beyond
Next to Borough Market.
We believe there has been a church on this site since AD 606. There may well have been a church here even earlier. Southwark Cathedral is the oldest cathedral church building in London, and archaeological evidence shows there was Roman pagan worship here well before that.
Significantly, Southwark stands at the oldest crossing point of the tidal Thames at what was the only entrance to the City of London across the river for many centuries. It is not only a place of worship but also of hospitality to every kind of person: princes and paupers, prelates and prostitutes, poets, playwrights, prisoners and patients have all found refuge here
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The Cathedral and Collegiate Church of St Saviour and St Mary Overie, Southwark, London,
Next to Borough Market.
We believe there has been a church on this site since AD 606. There may well have been a church here even earlier. Southwark Cathedral is the oldest cathedral church building in London, and archaeological evidence shows there was Roman pagan worship here well before that.
Significantly, Southwark stands at the oldest crossing point of the tidal Thames at what was the only entrance to the City of London across the river for many centuries. It is not only a place of worship but also of hospitality to every kind of person: princes and paupers, prelates and prostitutes, poets, playwrights, prisoners and patients have all found refuge here
Opposite The Tower of London is St Katherine's Dock. A Marina at the redeveloped port, designed by Thomas Telford, with shops, cafes and restaurants.
They often hold events throughout the year, so check out their website www.skdock.co.uk
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St Katharine Docks Marina
50 St Katharine's WayOpposite The Tower of London is St Katherine's Dock. A Marina at the redeveloped port, designed by Thomas Telford, with shops, cafes and restaurants.
They often hold events throughout the year, so check out their website www.skdock.co.uk
Tower Bridge Exhibition
Step inside the most famous bridge in the world and explore its iconic structure, spectacular views and Glass Floor, fascinating exhibitions and atmospheric Victorian Engine Rooms.
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Tower Bridge
Tower Bridge RoadTower Bridge Exhibition
Step inside the most famous bridge in the world and explore its iconic structure, spectacular views and Glass Floor, fascinating exhibitions and atmospheric Victorian Engine Rooms.
The clock tower widely known as Big Ben is to be renamed the Elizabeth Tower in honour of the Queen, the House of Commons has confirmed.
It follows a campaign, backed by most MPs and the three main party leaders, to rename the tower in recognition of the Queen's 60 year reign.
Catch the 137 or 452 Bus to Sloane Square, from there jump on the tube to Westminster. Journey time around 39 minutes.
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Big Ben
The clock tower widely known as Big Ben is to be renamed the Elizabeth Tower in honour of the Queen, the House of Commons has confirmed.
It follows a campaign, backed by most MPs and the three main party leaders, to rename the tower in recognition of the Queen's 60 year reign.
Catch the 137 or 452 Bus to Sloane Square, from there jump on the tube to Westminster. Journey time around 39 minutes.
Built in Scotland in 1869, Cutty Sark was originally designed to carry tea from China to England as fast as possible. This record-breaking ship travelled the globe and visited every major world port throughout its varied history. Now here at Greenwich, conservation work has raised Cutty Sark three metres above ground, allowing you to walk directly underneath.
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The Cutty Sark
14 Joyce Dawson WayBuilt in Scotland in 1869, Cutty Sark was originally designed to carry tea from China to England as fast as possible. This record-breaking ship travelled the globe and visited every major world port throughout its varied history. Now here at Greenwich, conservation work has raised Cutty Sark three metres above ground, allowing you to walk directly underneath.
Kings, queens, statesmen and soldiers; poets, priests, heroes and villains - Westminster Abbey is a must-see living pageant of British history.
Every year, the Abbey welcomes over one million visitors who want to explore this wonderful 700-year-old building - the coronation church of England. Audio guides are available in eleven languages or there is the highly-popular verger-led tour.
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Westminster Abbey
20 Deans YdKings, queens, statesmen and soldiers; poets, priests, heroes and villains - Westminster Abbey is a must-see living pageant of British history.
Every year, the Abbey welcomes over one million visitors who want to explore this wonderful 700-year-old building - the coronation church of England. Audio guides are available in eleven languages or there is the highly-popular verger-led tour.
Cripplegate was the northern entrance to Londinium’s fort, erected around ad120. The gate was located at what is now the corner of Wood Street and St Alphage Gardens and its name probably derives from the Old English crypel-geat; a cripple was ‘one who can only creep’ – which was the necessary way to duck under the original low arch. An alternative possibility is that it was a corruption of crepel, a burrow.
The church of St Giles without Cripplegate was built in 1090, probably on the site of a Saxon predecessor, and rebuilt in 1545 after a fire. There is evidence that William Shakespeare was a parish resident in the late 1590s. Oliver Cromwell was married in St Giles’ Church.
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St. Giles Cripplegate
Fore StreetCripplegate was the northern entrance to Londinium’s fort, erected around ad120. The gate was located at what is now the corner of Wood Street and St Alphage Gardens and its name probably derives from the Old English crypel-geat; a cripple was ‘one who can only creep’ – which was the necessary way to duck under the original low arch. An alternative possibility is that it was a corruption of crepel, a burrow.
The church of St Giles without Cripplegate was built in 1090, probably on the site of a Saxon predecessor, and rebuilt in 1545 after a fire. There is evidence that William Shakespeare was a parish resident in the late 1590s. Oliver Cromwell was married in St Giles’ Church.
Buckingham Palace has served as the official London residence of the UK’s sovereigns since 1837 and today is the administrative headquarters of the Monarch. Although in use for the many official events and receptions held by The Queen, the State Rooms at Buckingham Palace are open to visitors every summer.
Buckingham Palace has 775 rooms. These include 19 State rooms, 52 Royal and guest bedrooms, 188 staff bedrooms, 92 offices and 78 bathrooms. In measurements, the building is 108 metres long across the front, 120 metres deep (including the central quadrangle) and 24 metres high.
There are tour available, check on line for options.
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Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace has served as the official London residence of the UK’s sovereigns since 1837 and today is the administrative headquarters of the Monarch. Although in use for the many official events and receptions held by The Queen, the State Rooms at Buckingham Palace are open to visitors every summer.
Buckingham Palace has 775 rooms. These include 19 State rooms, 52 Royal and guest bedrooms, 188 staff bedrooms, 92 offices and 78 bathrooms. In measurements, the building is 108 metres long across the front, 120 metres deep (including the central quadrangle) and 24 metres high.
There are tour available, check on line for options.
Most of the medieval city of London was destroyed in The Great Fire, but some buildings from tis period have survived. Saint Batholomew The Great is a wonderful example of Medieval London. The Church was founded in AD 1123 with stunning architecture and steeped in nearly 900 years of History!
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St Bartholomew the Great
West SmithfieldMost of the medieval city of London was destroyed in The Great Fire, but some buildings from tis period have survived. Saint Batholomew The Great is a wonderful example of Medieval London. The Church was founded in AD 1123 with stunning architecture and steeped in nearly 900 years of History!
The Tallest Free Standing Column in The World. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren. The Column is 62m tall and stands 62m from where the fire started.
The fire began in a baker’s house in Pudding Lane on Sunday 2nd September 1666 and finally extinguished on Wednesday 5th September, after destroying the greater part of the City. Although there was little loss of life, the fire brought all activity to a halt, having consumed or severely damaged thousands of houses, hundreds of streets, the City’s gates, public buildings, churches and St. Paul’s Cathedral. The only buildings to survive in part were those built of stone, like St. Paul’s and the Guildhall.
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Monumentet til den store brannen i London
Fish Street HillThe Tallest Free Standing Column in The World. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren. The Column is 62m tall and stands 62m from where the fire started.
The fire began in a baker’s house in Pudding Lane on Sunday 2nd September 1666 and finally extinguished on Wednesday 5th September, after destroying the greater part of the City. Although there was little loss of life, the fire brought all activity to a halt, having consumed or severely damaged thousands of houses, hundreds of streets, the City’s gates, public buildings, churches and St. Paul’s Cathedral. The only buildings to survive in part were those built of stone, like St. Paul’s and the Guildhall.
FROM ROYAL WEDDINGS AND STATE FUNERALS TO FAMOUS BURIALS AND MORE, ST PAUL'S CATHEDRAL HAS PLAYED A MAJOR ROLE IN LONDON'S HISTORY.
Situated near the River Thames , St, Paul’s Cathedral is one of capital’s most iconic buildings. Designed by Britain’s famed architect Sir Christopher Wren as part of the major rebuilding of the City after the 1666 Great Fire of London, the present St. Paul’s Cathedral was built between 1675 and 1710, and is one of London’s most popular places of interest.
Sitting on the highest point of the City of London, St. Paul’s Cathedral has frequently been at the centre of national events through history from its consecration and surviving the Blitz to state funerals.
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St. Pauls katedral
FROM ROYAL WEDDINGS AND STATE FUNERALS TO FAMOUS BURIALS AND MORE, ST PAUL'S CATHEDRAL HAS PLAYED A MAJOR ROLE IN LONDON'S HISTORY.
Situated near the River Thames , St, Paul’s Cathedral is one of capital’s most iconic buildings. Designed by Britain’s famed architect Sir Christopher Wren as part of the major rebuilding of the City after the 1666 Great Fire of London, the present St. Paul’s Cathedral was built between 1675 and 1710, and is one of London’s most popular places of interest.
Sitting on the highest point of the City of London, St. Paul’s Cathedral has frequently been at the centre of national events through history from its consecration and surviving the Blitz to state funerals.
Golden Hind was an English galleon best known for her privateering circumnavigation of the globe between 1577 and 1580, captained by Sir Francis Drake
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Golden Hinde
Cathedral StreetGolden Hind was an English galleon best known for her privateering circumnavigation of the globe between 1577 and 1580, captained by Sir Francis Drake
Hay's Galleria is a mixed use building in the London Borough of Southwark situated on the south bank of the River Thames featuring offices, restaurants, shops, and flats. Originally a warehouse and associated wharf (Hay's Wharf) for the port of London, it was redeveloped in the 1980s. It is a Grade II listed structure.
During the nineteenth century, the wharf was one of the chief delivery points for ships bringing tea to the Pool of London.[1] At its height, 80% of the dry produce imported to London passed through the wharf, and on this account the Wharf was nicknamed 'the Larder of London'.
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Hay's Galleria
1 Battle Bridge LnHay's Galleria is a mixed use building in the London Borough of Southwark situated on the south bank of the River Thames featuring offices, restaurants, shops, and flats. Originally a warehouse and associated wharf (Hay's Wharf) for the port of London, it was redeveloped in the 1980s. It is a Grade II listed structure.
During the nineteenth century, the wharf was one of the chief delivery points for ships bringing tea to the Pool of London.[1] At its height, 80% of the dry produce imported to London passed through the wharf, and on this account the Wharf was nicknamed 'the Larder of London'.
The Shard, also referred to as the Shard of Glass, Shard London Bridge[11] and formerly London Bridge Tower, is a 95-storey skyscraper, designed by the Italian architect Renzo Piano, in Southwark, London, that forms part of the Shard Quarter development. Standing 309.6 metres (1,016 ft) high, the Shard is the tallest building in the United Kingdom, the tallest building in the European Union, was the fifth-tallest building in Europe and the 96th-tallest building in the world.
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The Shard
32 London Bridge StThe Shard, also referred to as the Shard of Glass, Shard London Bridge[11] and formerly London Bridge Tower, is a 95-storey skyscraper, designed by the Italian architect Renzo Piano, in Southwark, London, that forms part of the Shard Quarter development. Standing 309.6 metres (1,016 ft) high, the Shard is the tallest building in the United Kingdom, the tallest building in the European Union, was the fifth-tallest building in Europe and the 96th-tallest building in the world.
We highly recommend this Harry Potter London Walking Tour - they show you famous locations that inspired the books or locations where they filmed the movies - any Harry Potter fan must do this - takes a couple of hours -
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Harry Potter London Walking Tour
We highly recommend this Harry Potter London Walking Tour - they show you famous locations that inspired the books or locations where they filmed the movies - any Harry Potter fan must do this - takes a couple of hours -
The Duke of York Column is a monument in London, England, to Prince Frederick, Duke of York, the second eldest son of King George III. The designer was Benjamin Dean Wyatt. It is sited where Regent Street meets The Mall, a purposefully wide endpoint of Regent Street known as Waterloo Place and Gardens, in between the two terraces of Carlton House Terrace and their tree-lined squares. The three very wide flights of steps down to The Mall adjoining are known as the Duke of York Steps. The column was completed in December 1832 and the statue of the Duke of York, by Sir Richard Westmacott, was raised on 10 April 1834
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Duke Of York Column
The Duke of York Column is a monument in London, England, to Prince Frederick, Duke of York, the second eldest son of King George III. The designer was Benjamin Dean Wyatt. It is sited where Regent Street meets The Mall, a purposefully wide endpoint of Regent Street known as Waterloo Place and Gardens, in between the two terraces of Carlton House Terrace and their tree-lined squares. The three very wide flights of steps down to The Mall adjoining are known as the Duke of York Steps. The column was completed in December 1832 and the statue of the Duke of York, by Sir Richard Westmacott, was raised on 10 April 1834
Commissioned by King Edward VII to commemorate Queen Victoria's death, and designed by Sir Aston Webb and completed in 1912, Admiralty Arch stands majestically at the North east end of The Mall.
This Grade I listed curved stone building has three arches and links The Mall to Trafalgar Square, adjoining the Old Admiralty Building. A Latin inscription along the top reads:
: ANNO : DECIMO : EDWARDI : SEPTIMI : REGIS :
: VICTORIÆ : REGINÆ : CIVES : GRATISSIMI : MDCCCCX :
(In the tenth year of King Edward VII, to Queen Victoria, from most grateful citizens, 1910)
Also take a look behind the Arch, where you will see a huge WW2 Fortress called The Citadel.
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Admiralitetsbuen
The MallCommissioned by King Edward VII to commemorate Queen Victoria's death, and designed by Sir Aston Webb and completed in 1912, Admiralty Arch stands majestically at the North east end of The Mall.
This Grade I listed curved stone building has three arches and links The Mall to Trafalgar Square, adjoining the Old Admiralty Building. A Latin inscription along the top reads:
: ANNO : DECIMO : EDWARDI : SEPTIMI : REGIS :
: VICTORIÆ : REGINÆ : CIVES : GRATISSIMI : MDCCCCX :
(In the tenth year of King Edward VII, to Queen Victoria, from most grateful citizens, 1910)
Also take a look behind the Arch, where you will see a huge WW2 Fortress called The Citadel.
The Mall is a tree-lined royal road leading from Trafalgar Square to Buckingham Palace. The road is closed to traffic on Sundays, public holidays and for ceremonial events, including royal weddings, jubilee celebrations, parades and state visits.
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The Mall
The MallThe Mall is a tree-lined royal road leading from Trafalgar Square to Buckingham Palace. The road is closed to traffic on Sundays, public holidays and for ceremonial events, including royal weddings, jubilee celebrations, parades and state visits.
The Cenotaph is a war memorial on Whitehall in London, England. Its origin is in a temporary structure erected for a peace parade following the end of the First World War, and after an outpouring of national sentiment it was replaced in 1920 by a permanent structure and designated the United Kingdom's official national war memorial.
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The Cenotaph
WhitehallThe Cenotaph is a war memorial on Whitehall in London, England. Its origin is in a temporary structure erected for a peace parade following the end of the First World War, and after an outpouring of national sentiment it was replaced in 1920 by a permanent structure and designated the United Kingdom's official national war memorial.
Horse Guards is official ceremonial entrance to St James's and Buckingham Palace and headquarters to the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment who provide troops for The Queen's Life Guard.
A royal guard has been kept here since 1660 when the original Guard House of the old Palace of Whitehall was on this site. The Palace of Whitehall, the largest palace in Europe at that time, was destroyed by fire in 1698 and replaced by the present Horse Guards building in 1753.
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The Royal Horseguards
2 Whitehall CtHorse Guards is official ceremonial entrance to St James's and Buckingham Palace and headquarters to the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment who provide troops for The Queen's Life Guard.
A royal guard has been kept here since 1660 when the original Guard House of the old Palace of Whitehall was on this site. The Palace of Whitehall, the largest palace in Europe at that time, was destroyed by fire in 1698 and replaced by the present Horse Guards building in 1753.
Dean's Yard, Westminster, comprises most of the remaining precincts of the former monastery of Westminster, not occupied by the Abbey buildings. It is known to members of Westminster School as Green, and referred to without an article. It is a large gated quadrangle, closed to public traffic, surrounding a green upon which Westminster School pupils have legal rights to play football (they have some claim to have invented the modern game). Until the seventeenth century the Green was a third of its present size, since to the south stood the Queen's Scholars' dormitory, which was in monastic times the granary: its stones still support Church House.
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Deans Yard
20 Dean's YardDean's Yard, Westminster, comprises most of the remaining precincts of the former monastery of Westminster, not occupied by the Abbey buildings. It is known to members of Westminster School as Green, and referred to without an article. It is a large gated quadrangle, closed to public traffic, surrounding a green upon which Westminster School pupils have legal rights to play football (they have some claim to have invented the modern game). Until the seventeenth century the Green was a third of its present size, since to the south stood the Queen's Scholars' dormitory, which was in monastic times the granary: its stones still support Church House.
London's most touristic square got its name from the fancy ruffled shirts - Picadils -made in the neighbourhood long ago. in the late 20th century the square veered toward the gimmicky and tack look - look no further than the gargantuan Ripley's Believe it or Not Museum. But it's trending back.
Until a couple of years ago, this was a famously busy traffic circle, with cars and big red buses spinning around the tipsy- but- perfectly balanced Eros statue in the centre. Now-though still packed with cars- it's also a packed people zone.
At night when the neon pulses, the 20-foot-high video ads paint the classic Georgian facades in a rainbow of colors. Black cabs honk and tourists crowd.
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Piccadilly Circus
Piccadilly CircusLondon's most touristic square got its name from the fancy ruffled shirts - Picadils -made in the neighbourhood long ago. in the late 20th century the square veered toward the gimmicky and tack look - look no further than the gargantuan Ripley's Believe it or Not Museum. But it's trending back.
Until a couple of years ago, this was a famously busy traffic circle, with cars and big red buses spinning around the tipsy- but- perfectly balanced Eros statue in the centre. Now-though still packed with cars- it's also a packed people zone.
At night when the neon pulses, the 20-foot-high video ads paint the classic Georgian facades in a rainbow of colors. Black cabs honk and tourists crowd.
15 Miles up the Thames from downtown, the 500 year old palace of Henry VIII .
Actually it was originally the palace of his minister Cardinal Wolsey. When Wolsey a clever man, realised Henry VIII was experiencing a little palace envy, he gave the mansion to his king.
The Tudor Palace was also home to Elizabeth I and Charles I. Sections were updated by Christopher Wren for William and Mary. The stately palace over looks the thames and includes some fine Tudor rooms, including a Great Hall with a magnificent hammer-beam ceiling.
The train takes around 2.5 hours from London Waterloo.
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Hampton Court Palace
Hampton Court Way15 Miles up the Thames from downtown, the 500 year old palace of Henry VIII .
Actually it was originally the palace of his minister Cardinal Wolsey. When Wolsey a clever man, realised Henry VIII was experiencing a little palace envy, he gave the mansion to his king.
The Tudor Palace was also home to Elizabeth I and Charles I. Sections were updated by Christopher Wren for William and Mary. The stately palace over looks the thames and includes some fine Tudor rooms, including a Great Hall with a magnificent hammer-beam ceiling.
The train takes around 2.5 hours from London Waterloo.
Today Whitehall is chocked with traffic, but imagine the effect the broad street must have had to out-of-towners a century ago. In your horse-drawn carriage, you'd clop along the tree-lined boulevard past well dressed lords and ladies, dodging street urchins.
Whitehall is now the most important street in Britain, lined with the ministries of finance, treasury and so on.
The black ornamental arrowheads topping the iron fences were once colourfully painted. In 1861 Queen Victoria ordered them all painted black when he beloved Prince Albert (The only one who called her Vickie) died.
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Whitehall
WhitehallToday Whitehall is chocked with traffic, but imagine the effect the broad street must have had to out-of-towners a century ago. In your horse-drawn carriage, you'd clop along the tree-lined boulevard past well dressed lords and ladies, dodging street urchins.
Whitehall is now the most important street in Britain, lined with the ministries of finance, treasury and so on.
The black ornamental arrowheads topping the iron fences were once colourfully painted. In 1861 Queen Victoria ordered them all painted black when he beloved Prince Albert (The only one who called her Vickie) died.
Stanfords Bookshop is diversifying to run horse-drawn omnibus tours of London.
The tours will run every Tuesday and Thursday, guided by an accredited Blue Badge Guide.
A spokesperson for the bookshop said: “It’s over 100 years since Covent Garden echoed with the sound of horse-drawn omnibuses, but today Stanfords, the world’s largest map and travel bookshop, plans to offer visitors to London tours of the city’s sights aboard a vintage Victorian omnibus.”
The company has partnered with TW Carriages to conduct the tours through a newly-formed Edward Stanford Omnibus Company. Customers will travel from Stanfords flagship store at 12-14 Long Acre, touring London's Landmarks.
12-14 Long Acre
12-14 Long AcreStanfords Bookshop is diversifying to run horse-drawn omnibus tours of London.
The tours will run every Tuesday and Thursday, guided by an accredited Blue Badge Guide.
A spokesperson for the bookshop said: “It’s over 100 years since Covent Garden echoed with the sound of horse-drawn omnibuses, but today Stanfords, the world’s largest map and travel bookshop, plans to offer visitors to London tours of the city’s sights aboard a vintage Victorian omnibus.”
The company has partnered with TW Carriages to conduct the tours through a newly-formed Edward Stanford Omnibus Company. Customers will travel from Stanfords flagship store at 12-14 Long Acre, touring London's Landmarks.
Famous for it fountains and statues. Trafalgar Square is a public square in the City of Westminster, Central London, built around the area formerly known as Charing Cross. Its name commemorates the Battle of Trafalgar, a British naval victory in the Napoleonic Wars with France and Spain that took place on 21 October 1805 off the coast of Cape Trafalgar.
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Trafalgar Square (Stop B) station
Famous for it fountains and statues. Trafalgar Square is a public square in the City of Westminster, Central London, built around the area formerly known as Charing Cross. Its name commemorates the Battle of Trafalgar, a British naval victory in the Napoleonic Wars with France and Spain that took place on 21 October 1805 off the coast of Cape Trafalgar.
HMS Belfast is one of only three remaining vessels from the bombardment fleet which supported the Normandy landings on 6 June 1944. The other vessels are the destroyer USS Laffey, part of the historic ships grouped at Patriots Point, South Carolina, and the dreadnought battleship USS Texas at San Jacinto, Texas.
In total, HMS Belfast spent 33 days in support of the landings and fired over 5,000 shells
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HMS Belfast
HMS Belfast is one of only three remaining vessels from the bombardment fleet which supported the Normandy landings on 6 June 1944. The other vessels are the destroyer USS Laffey, part of the historic ships grouped at Patriots Point, South Carolina, and the dreadnought battleship USS Texas at San Jacinto, Texas.
In total, HMS Belfast spent 33 days in support of the landings and fired over 5,000 shells
Horse Guards Parade in London is a parade ground near Whitehall used for royal parades and ceremonies.
Every morning the ceremony of Changing of the Guard takes place at Horse Guards Parade (11:00 Monday - Saturday, 10:00 Sunday).
The annual Trooping of The Colour, where the troops are presented to The Queen, takes place at Horse Guards Parade.
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Horse Guards Parade
13 Macclesfield StHorse Guards Parade in London is a parade ground near Whitehall used for royal parades and ceremonies.
Every morning the ceremony of Changing of the Guard takes place at Horse Guards Parade (11:00 Monday - Saturday, 10:00 Sunday).
The annual Trooping of The Colour, where the troops are presented to The Queen, takes place at Horse Guards Parade.
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Awarded as Real Outstanding Spa Hotel at the Real Critics Guides Annual Awards, Regional Winner at the Spa Traveller awards and nominated finalist for best spa in london by the Good Spa Guide, Spa Verta creates an oasis of relaxation and tranquility for hotel guests whether they are enjoying a romantic weekend in London or simply need to unwind after a business meeting. Whatever your needs, the team at our London spa make sure you benefit from a level of comfort and luxury that is quite simply unsurpassed.
Our exclusive London spa includes a 10-metre hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room and sanarium.
Spa Verta
Awarded as Real Outstanding Spa Hotel at the Real Critics Guides Annual Awards, Regional Winner at the Spa Traveller awards and nominated finalist for best spa in london by the Good Spa Guide, Spa Verta creates an oasis of relaxation and tranquility for hotel guests whether they are enjoying a romantic weekend in London or simply need to unwind after a business meeting. Whatever your needs, the team at our London spa make sure you benefit from a level of comfort and luxury that is quite simply unsurpassed.
Our exclusive London spa includes a 10-metre hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room and sanarium.
We offer you a Jack the Ripper walk that follows a truly atmospheric route and which goes straight into the old, narrow alleyways where you will feel like you’ve been transported back to the mean streets of the Victorian East End. In addition you will visit more murder sites and locations related to the Jack the Ripper murders than on other Jack the Ripper walks, and be guided in your experience by true experts on the subject.
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Free Jack the Ripper Tour
38 Trinity SquareWe offer you a Jack the Ripper walk that follows a truly atmospheric route and which goes straight into the old, narrow alleyways where you will feel like you’ve been transported back to the mean streets of the Victorian East End. In addition you will visit more murder sites and locations related to the Jack the Ripper murders than on other Jack the Ripper walks, and be guided in your experience by true experts on the subject.