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London’s coffeehouse culture and its commerce were intrinsically linked. During the 18th century a new active culture evolved. Coffeehouses sprang up all over London and attracted a variety of patrons […]
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As you cross the Thames on the Millennium Bridge (the “wobbly bridge”) you may well not be aware that immediately below you on the north bank river path there is […]
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Abbey Road Studios in St John’s Wood is one of London’s biggest tourist hotspots that isn’t open to tourists. Thousands of people visit each year, graffitiing their name on the […]
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London’s first coffeehouse was founded in 1652 by the churchyard of St Michael’s, Cornhill. It was not quite the first coffeehouse in England, which had been founded in Oxford two […]
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Jane Griffin: A Mysterious Figure in London’s History Some stories from London’s history capture the imagination, while others fade away. The tragic tale of Jane Griffin, however, is one that […]
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The global lockdown period has undoubtedly been a peculiar time for everyone. Despite the challenges, one silver lining has been the abundance of culture accessible online. However, amidst this digital […]
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