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John Rabon
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London’s Back Garden: 10 Interesting Facts and Figures about Hyde Park You Might Not Know
Hyde Park is one of the greatest sites in London, its sprawling expanse making a beautiful green stamp on the city. It contains a great...
Paddington Bear’s Haunt: 10 Interesting Facts and Figures about London Paddington Station You Might Now Know
Paddington Station, the end of the line. Since 1838, it has been the terminus for the Great Western Railway and its successors. It’s a historic...
Paddington Bear: Paddington Station and the Teddy that Bears Its Name – A Brief History
Later this week, the film “Paddington” is set to come out in theatres across the United States. Voiced by Ben Whishaw, it tells the...
London’s Maritime History: 10 Interesting Facts and Figures about the Cutty Sark You Might Not Know
Clipper ships were the fastest merchant ships on the oceans back in the 19th Century and one of the most famous was the Cutty Sark....
City of Footie – A Brief Guide to London’s Thirteen Football Clubs
It’s not unheard of for a larger city to have more than one professional football club (or soccer team, depending on your preference). In London,...
The London Fiver – Five of the Strangest London Landmarks
In a society as straight-laced as British society can sometimes be, you tend to find tiny acts of rebellion in the form of creative and...
Getting Around London – A Brief Primer on Public Transport in London
In a city as large as London, public transport is a must for getting from place to place. Starting in the 19th Century, public transport...
The London Fiver – Five of the Best American Restaurants in London For When You’re Homesick
There’s no place like home. Finding yourself in London, whether you’re just there for a visit or living there long-term, you may get a longing...
A Royal City – A Brief History of the Monarchy in London
Formed in part by the Romans when they invaded Britain in 43 A.D., London has always been a city that represented power and authority. It...
The London Fiver – Five More Fun Uniquely London Pubs and Bars
And we’re back! In a city as big as London, it’s easy to find more than five fun pubs and bars. When there are over...
London Taxis: 10 Interesting Facts and Figures about London Taxis You Might Not Have Known
One of the iconic symbols of the city, London black cabs can be seen whizzing about the streets on a daily basis. Like the yellow...
A Different Kind of Football – The NFL and London
In a city dominated by the Spurs, Arsenal, Fulham, Chelsea, and others, it seems odd that American football would ever find a fan base in...
“Bring Out Your Dead!” – A Brief History of The Bubonic Plague and London
1347 was the beginning of dark times for the City of London. Throughout the streets, rumours mingled and grew about a plague from the continent....
London Basics: A Guide to the Iconic London Blue Plaques
Historical markers help us remember what happened in a particular place when it may not be so obvious. They can mark important events or places...
London on Film: 10 Classic London Films Every Londonphile Should Watch – What’s Your Favorite?
Naturally, a city as old and grand as London becomes the subject of many films. It plays home to kings and queens, cops and gangsters,...
Ye Olde Inn – 10 London Pubs with Rooms to Let
Long ago, pubs weren’t just a gathering place or a bar to get plastered in, many were also inns, giving weary travelers a place to...
A River Runs Through It – The River Thames and How It Shaped London
It’s no coincidence that many great cities can be found on rivers. From the earliest times, human settlements formed in these places where fish could...
The London Fiver – Five Fun London Pubs Worth a Visit That Aren’t Your Bog Standard Pub
A pub is a great place to relax and London certainly has plenty of options for that. However, what if you want something more? Something...
Basil! The London Fiver – Five of the Strangest London Restaurants To Enjoy a Meal On Your Next Trip
Lots of people out there want an interesting dining experience. For most, it means they want great food, great service, and maybe some interesting décor....
The London Fiver: Spooky Edition – Five of the Creepiest Places in London You Can Visit
As Halloween approaches, our thoughts turn to the dark and macabre. Cemeteries become spookier, old houses creak louder, and the fall air is a bit...
The London Fiver – Five Real Life London Filming Locations You Can Visit
With so many iconic locations and studios, it’s no surprise that London is a heavily-used place for filming. It’s ancient monuments and newer buildings can...
Big Ben: 11 Interesting Facts and Figures about Elizabeth Tower – Big Ben’s Home – That You Probably Didn’t Know
When most people think of Big Ben, they think of the clock tower there at the Houses of Parliament. But the thing is, that’s *not*...
Haunted London – 10 London Ghosts and the Places They Purportedly Haunt
As the sun sets over London, its citizens aren’t the only ones who come out to liven up the streets. Many former Londoners who’ve shuffled...
The London Fiver – Five of the Strangest Houses in London
Home is where the heart is, and some hearts are a bit odd. Similarly, the homes of interesting people can themselves be pretty interesting. Whether...
Unique London: Ten Unique London Shops To Pop Into on Your Next Trip
Stand aside Nabootique, the city of London has even stranger places to spend one’s money. From the questionable to the bizarre, there is a shop...
Catalog of Humanity: 10 Interesting Facts and Figures about the British Museum You Probably Didn’t Know
The British Museum is one of the world’s foremost repositories of historical artifacts. Sir Hans Sloane founded it in 1753 and filled it much of...
Great London Pubs: Ten Interesting Pub Names and Their Fascinating Histories
Previously, we brought you ten pubs from around the United Kingdom that had some pretty odd names and how they came about them. Now we...
10 Interesting Facts about the British Houses of Parliament You Probably Didn’t Know
Parliament—the houses of power for the British Government. Making laws, debating important issues, and using code words such as “the right honourable member” for “that...
The London Fiver – You’re Nicked! Five Major Police Methods First Used by Scotland Yard in London
The name Scotland Yard has always been associated with the finest in police work. Since 1829, the Metropolitan Police Service has been on the forefront...
London Icons: 10 Interesting Facts about Harrods That You Probably Didn’t Know
Harrods is the jewel in the crown of London department stores. Charles Henry Harrod opened it in 1834 when he was only 25 years...