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What was Life in London Like During the Regency?

With the success of Netflix's hit TV show Bridgerton, interest in...

The Westway: London’s Failed Highway Ring Road

The Westway highway in West London stands as a testament to...

Great London Events: Swinging London – The Cultural Revolution of the 1960s

In the midst of the tumultuous 1960s, a cultural phenomenon swept...

Life in Georgian London: A Glimpse into the City’s Vibrant Past

The Georgian era, spanning from 1714 to 1830, was a period...

Ruins of London’s Past: 10 Ruins You Can Visit in London

London, a city steeped in history, is home to numerous ruins...

Thames Barrier Marks 40 Years of Protecting London – 10 Interesting Facts

On the outskirts of London, an engineering marvel stands as a...

Where Did Ten of London’s Most Famous Streets Get Their Names?

London, a city steeped in history and culture, is home to...

Georgian London During the American Revolution – What Was Life Like?

London during the American Revolution was a city steeped in political...

Exploring London’s 20 Oldest Historic Pubs: A Journey Through Time

London holds within its labyrinthine streets a treasure trove of ancient...

Great Londoners: Who Was Dick Whittington (and his cat)?

Dick Whittington was a famous historical figure who is known for...

What was London like in the Middle Ages? Life in Medieval London

London in the Middle Ages was a bustling, lively city that...

Pre-History London: What Was London Like Before the Romans?

The history of London is as old as the hills, with...

Great Londoners: Dick Turpin – The Legendary Highwayman

Dick Turpin was a notorious figure in 18th-century England, known for...

8 Weird London Laws

London is a city that has a rich history and culture....

A Guide to London’s spooky cemeteries

London is a city steeped in history, with many landmarks and...

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London and the Industrial Revolution

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Great London Buildings: St. Pancras International Railway Station – A Victorian Masterpiece Reborn for the 21st Century

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Great London Buildings: The Palace of Westminster – The Houses of Parliament

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Londinium: 10 Interesting Facts and Figures about Roman London

  Londinium was the Roman name given to the settlement...

How London Changed During the Victorian Period

The 19th Century was a time of great change...

30 St Mary Axe: 10 Interesting Facts and Figures about the Gherkin

30 St. Mary Axe, otherwise known by its more...

Exploring London’s 20 Oldest Historic Pubs: A Journey Through Time

London holds within its labyrinthine streets a treasure trove...

Ten Interesting Facts and Figures about London’s Natural History Museum

Celebrating its 135th anniversary this year, the Natural History...