Cheapside Through the Ages: From Romans to the Mediaeval Era
Cheapside: A Historic Thoroughfare in the Heart of London Cheapside stands as a historic thoroughfare in the heart of the City of London, stretching roughly
Cheapside: A Historic Thoroughfare in the Heart of London Cheapside stands as a historic thoroughfare in the heart of the City of London, stretching roughly
London, with its rich tapestry of history, boasts an array of architectural wonders that serve as milestones in the city’s long and complex story. Among
Discover the fascinating history of Thomas Beckett and the revival of the Beckett Pageant for London, a celebration of his life and legacy. This blog
On Bankside, close to Borough Market and just by the Golden Hinde replica ship stands an often overlooked memorial to a fascinating Bankside legend. Southwark
William FitzOsbert is often mentioned as the first known criminal to be executed at Tyburn in 1196 for poll tax rioting. Who was William FitzOsbert?
Tens of thousands of people were publicly executed in London across one hundred sites. For centuries, the name Tyburn was synonymous with capital punishment, it
The street names around Borough Market have unusual histories behind them. From medieval brothels to Dicken’s villains, Bankside continues to surprise. Borough and Bankside have
Here’s a bit about what we know about St George: Who was St. George? George was following in his father’s footsteps and joined the
The construction of Cannon Street railway station in 1866 obliterated the last remains the Steelyard, the chief entrepôt of the Hanseatic League in England. The
If you’re ever in London and find yourself in the Abbey, have a look over to the side of the choir – chances are you’ll see an impressive tomb with a recumbent effigy of a king. That’s the tomb of Henry III, one of England’s most prolific builders during the Middle Ages. If you look carefully, you’ll spot something unusual about it – there are no less than four different types of stone used in its construction. This is because Henry was a builder who liked to experiment with new materials and techniques. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at this remarkable king and his impressive achievements as a builder…Find out more.