Crossbones Graveyard: A Brief Historical Overview
Introduction – Medieval Southwark and the Outcast Dead “I have heard of ancient men, of good credit, report, that these single women were forbidden the
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Southbank Mosaics: Connecting Culture and Community
Introduction There are artistic treasures tucked away in lesser-known corners of Waterloo and Kennington in Lambeth, on the south side of the Thames. These striking
The Curious Case of St Pancras in the City of London
Introduction Mention “St Pancras” and most people think of the international railway station in central London. But before fast trains and Victorian grandeur, the name
Cornhill: Architecture, Allegiances and Acts of Revenge in the City
Introduction Every lane and street in the City of London tells a story, which is unsurprising as its history goes back from 43 AD from
Thomas Cubitt’s Influence on Modern Buildings
From Carpenter to Master Builder Thomas Cubitt, born in 1788, began his working life as a carpenter. After saving some money from time spent at
The Jewel Tower: Exploring Its Unique Architecture
Introduction A short distance across the road from the Houses of Parliament is a relic from an earlier age. It is the Jewel Tower, so
Ada Lovelace and Her Vision of Computing
The English Heritage plaque at 12 St James’s Square, Westminster | Photo by Kirstie Shedden When we picture the dawn of computing, most of us
Sundials – An Ancient Form of Timekeeping for a Modern City
In a city famed for its glass towers and fast-paced financial markets, it is easy to forget that time was once told by shadows. Yet,
Edwin Russell and the Suffragette Scroll: The Story Behind Westminster’s Powerful Memorial
In a quiet corner of Westminster, just off the bustling thoroughfares of Victoria Street, stands a memorial that is easy to miss but impossible to
Jacob’s Island: From Medieval Mill to Dickensian Slum and Modern Redevelopment
What Was Jacob’s Island? Jacob’s Island, Photo by Hazel Baker Tucked away on the south bank of the Thames in Bermondsey lies a place that