London has a long and interesting history – so perhaps it’s no surprise that it has given rise to a number of weird and wonderful tales over the years. What are you waiting for? It’s time to discover some fun, strange and interesting facts about London. Fun Facts About London London Had a Gin Craze, …
Are you ready to discover a few curious facts about the Tower of London? The Tower of London: one of the capital’s most famous buildings and a must-do on every London bucket list. But what secrets lie within the Tower’s walls? We’re here to tell you all about London’s famous fortress – from the gruesome …
Did you know that just around the corner from the Georgian monstrosity that is Buckingham Palace (too blocky, no elegance… controversial, we know), there’s another palace that not that many people have even heard of? St James’s Palace is a royal palace in St James’s / Mayfair dating all the way back to the Tudor …
Spotted the rather controversial parakeets in London? No doubt you’ve seen them darting across London’s skies. A flash of bright green splitting through the air, quickly followed by another and another. It used to be that the most exciting colour you’d see on a bird was the red plumage on an aggressive robin, but that …
11 women were murdered in London’s East End between April 1888 and February 1891 – these would come to be known as The Whitechapel Murders. The police at the time were certain that at least 5 of these mysterious killings, taking place over a 9 week period between August and November 1888, were linked. And …
Ever been wandering through London and noticed a small blue plaque adorning buildings? These plaques are awarded to those who have made significant contributions to society – and mark where in the capital they used to reside. Taking a self-guided tour around them is one of our favourite (free) things to do in the capital …
Discover the history and tales behind Nelson’s Column – Trafalgar Square’s iconic monument. Admiral Nelson’s Column, AKA ‘Nelson Column’ sits proudly at the centre of Trafalgar Square. Though the square itself is renowned for its pigeons, protests, a huge (and now quite controversial) Christmas tree that Norway donates every year and a very rowdy crowd …
Looking to explore Art Deco architecture in London? When people think of famous Art Deco buildings, the Chrysler Building in NYC is one of the first that springs to mind. But who needs the Big Apple when you’ve got the Big Smoke? London isn’t often considered for its Art Deco scene, however, the capital has …
The Victorian era could justifiably be called both the most divine and the most decrepit era in London’s history. Discover the highs and the lows of the age in this guide to Victorian London. An era of extravagance, rapid growth, and putrid living conditions — Victorian London was an intricate quilt of contradicting circumstances. As …
London’s history stretches way back – including to Londinium – the ancient Roman city that stood where the City of London does today. Ready to discover the remains of Roman London? Let’s explore. Hidden amidst the streets of London, you’ll find the ancient ruins of the Roman Empire that formed the foundation of what the …