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
Category: Medieval 510AD – 1484
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
The Old St Paul’s Chapter House: An Architectural and Historical Gem
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
Thomas Beckett: A Powerful Figure in the 1100s
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
Southwark Cathedral’s Shocking Start
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
Who was the first person to be executed at Tyburn?
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?
London’s Largest Execution Site: Tyburn
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 surprising histories of Borough’s street names
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
Who Was St George?
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 Steelyard: An Outpost of Empire Under Cannon Street Station
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