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A Day Out on Thames Clippers in London – Let’s Go On a Journey Down London’s River

We have had some unseasonably warm weather in London recently, and...

London Long Read: The Fascinating History of the Foundling Hospital – London’s First Children’s Home

Founded in the 18th century, the Foundling Hospital was the first...

Terrible Thames Boat Tour Review – Horrible Histories Fun On The River

Who doesn't love a boat trip on The Thames? Combine that...

Paddington: The Story of the Bear – New Exhibition at the British Library

The famous polite bear from deepest darkest Peru is the feature...

Picnic in the Queen’s Private Garden – Laura Porter Visits Buckingham Palace’s Garden

When attending the annual summer opening of Buckingham Palace, you do...

Museum of the Home (formerly the Geffrye Museum) Re-opens After 3-year renovation – Check Out What’s Changed

When the Geffyre Museum closed in 2018, there was a lot...

Laura’s London: Bow Street Police Museum – A Brand New London Museum

London has a new independent museum in Covent Garden! Bow Street...

Tudors to Windsors: British Royal Portraits – New Major Exhibition at The National Maritime Museum

This royal portraits exhibition at the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich...

London Histories: A Look at Queen Elizabeth I’s Hunting Lodge in Epping Forest

As I mentioned in the recent Copped Hall article, I have...

Laura’s London: Exploring Copped Hall – A Stunning Abandoned Stately Home in Epping Forest

During lockdown, I've been enjoying getting to know Epping Forest. It's...

London Histories: A Look Number 10 Downing Street – Home of Britain’s Prime Ministers – Long Read

Inspiration for new articles comes from many places, and this one...

Laura’s London: Your Guide to The Thames Path – Come on a Virtual Walk!

We've looked at London's bridges over The Thames, with an in-depth...

London Histories: Your Complete Guide to Beatles London

The Beatles have lots of London connections, including where they have...

London Histories: A History of All of London’s Royal Parks

There are eight royal parks in London that are royal because...

Laura’s London: A History of Hyde Park – Long Read

While it is a wonderful place for a walk, Hyde Park...
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