Nestled in the Borough of Lambeth, Clapham has lived many different lives over the centuries. First home to a Roman military road, that gave way to farmland, country houses, and then the sprawling metropolis that is Greater London. Today, Clapham is almost in the very heart of the city and has a vast array of places to visit, things to do, and events to attend. Whether … [Read more...] about Top Ten London: Top 10 Things to See and Do in Clapham
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Laura’s London: Exploring Clapham South Subterranean Shelter – Hidden London – From the Blitz to the Windrush
We all know there are tube train tunnels under London's streets, and we could guess there are some service tunnels for pipes, but it's still always a surprise to head down underground and find enough space for a village to live safely below. And that's what there is at the Clapham South Subterranean Shelter. This deep-level shelter had room for 8,000 people, and it only took … [Read more...] about Laura’s London: Exploring Clapham South Subterranean Shelter – Hidden London – From the Blitz to the Windrush