George Romney’s blue plaque in Hampstead
Learn about George Romney’s blue plaque in Hampstead and its importance in local heritage.
Category: Georgian 1714 – 1837
Early Blossom and Historic Parks: Explore Spring Wonders
Explore the beauty of Early Blossom and Historic Parks, showcasing springtime stories from Hyde Park to Kew.
Ghost of Cock Lane: The Story Behind the Legend
The Ghost of Cock Lane: When Georgian London Fell for History’s Most Famous Hoax Modern-day Cock Lane | Photo by Hazel Baker In the crisp
Queen Anne’s Footstool: The Story of St John’s Smith Square
Introduction In the streets of Westminster, close to the Houses of Parliament, stands one of London’s more unusual churches. Completed in 1728, St John’s Smith
James Boswell in London: Life on Downing Street
Introduction In the winter of 1762, James Boswell, a twenty-two-year-old law student from Scotland, arrived in London and took lodgings on Downing Street. Years before
Tobias Smollett’s London Life: Crafting Satirical Works
Tobias Smollett’s London Life: From Struggling Surgeon to Literary Satirist Tobias Smollett’s London life was a study in contrasts: a young Scottish surgeon struggling to
Hans Caspar von Bothmer and His Impact on Art
Hans Caspar von Bothmer: Diplomat, Courtier, and Architect of Power at Downing Street Hans Caspar von Bothmer’s story at Downing Street is one of diplomacy,
George Villiers: Controversies and Achievements
Introduction George Villiers, 2nd Duke of Buckingham: The Scandalous Life of Restoration London’s Most Notorious Courtier In the glittering world of Restoration London, no figure
Catherine Blackburne Archbishop’s Wife Downing Street Insights
The Archbishop’s Wife: Catherine Blackburne’s Final Days at Downing Street The 9th of June 1726 marked a poignant moment in Georgian London when Mrs Catherine
Duke of Wellington the Iron Duke: Key Accomplishments
Introduction Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington | Photo by Thomas Lawrence, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons Here we have a portrait of Arthur Wellesley,