London

The history of Tower Bridge

Happy Birthday Tower Bridge! After 125 years, we take a look at some of the defining moments in the history of Tower Bridge

The philanthropic legacy of Britiain's almshouses and those you can visit today

Almshouses across Britain have sheltered elderly and poor parishioners giving them succor since the 10th century, a tradition that continues today.

Get a different perspective! See London by bike

Take a day or two and have an active holiday without leaving London.

Follow in the footsteps of Sherlock Holmes in London

A look at Sherlock Holmes London and the life of his creator Arthur Conan Doyle.

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and the case of George Edalji

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was a firm believer in the pursuit of justice. How much do you know about this case?

The London gangster who shaped the Kray Twins

London gangster William 'Billy' Hill helped shape the criminal career of the notorious Kray twins.

British holidays: Sage advice from an expert traveler

After over 30 years of travel writing on Britain, Dana Huntley shared his expertise with those planning their next vacation.

Five Victorian buildings in London you need to visit

Here are five of London's most beautiful buildings built during the reign of Queen Victoria.

Life on London's Waterways

Cruising the capital city's crowded canals, exploring London's life on the waterways - its challenges, history, and different point of view.

The legacy of the world's most famous nurse, Florence Nightingale

A look at the legacy of "The Lady With The Lamp" on the anniversary of her birth, May 12, 1820.

The Royal Opera House

The Royal Opera House is always worth a visit.

On this day: London Zoo, the world's oldest, opened its doors

On Apr 27, 1828, The Zoological Society of London opened a zoological garden in Regent’s Park, still a major attraction for visitors to Britain's capital city today.

The Holy Grail, Gothic cathedrals and a town called Cheddar

A five-day drive from London to Wells will take you on a picturesque road trip with a wonderful destination.

Nelson and the Battle of Trafalgar

On this day, Jan 8, 1806, Lord Nelson, naval commander, and hero of the Battle of Trafalgar was buried at St. Paul’s Cathedral in London.

A guide to Cockney rhyming slang

Cockney rhyming slang is known around the world but how much do you know about this East London language construct?

A locals favorites! London's historic iconic markets

London city's markets date back to Roman times and today's markets filled with energy surrounded by wonderful architecture and bountiful with treasures will not disappoint.

The real history of pilgrim's ship the Mayflower in London

From Rotherhithe, southeast London, the ship, the Mayflower, first set sail on its famous pilgrim's mission. It's all commemorated on the banks of The Thames.

Escape London city to the calm of Hampstead

Just a few Underground stops from the West End, heath and village are a world apart.

Wren’s churches - England's greatest architect at work

On this day, Dec 2, 1697, Sir Christopher Wren, the man responsible for London's St Paul’s Cathedral, was born.

The Royal Shakespeare Company: Still Playing The Part

The Royal Shakespeare Company is still going strong today.

Albertopolis - the cultural gem of South Kensington

Home to a plethora of educational institutions, foreign language schools, and museums, the London neighbourhood of South Kensington is a jewel in Prince Albert's crown.

Britain’s best sports museums

From the beautiful game of football to the oldest sports in the world, these are some of the best sports museums across Britain.

North London’s small museums - hidden gems that you wont want to miss

John Keat's house, Fenton House, Forty Hall and, Myddleton House just some of the wonderful small museums in north greater London.

Christmas on Regent Street, in London

The shiniest, glitziest, most spectacular, Christmassiest place in town.

Ho! Ho! Ho! Twelve days of a London Christmas

Dickens might have written A Christmas Carol, but he did not invent the holiday. Londoners have celebrated Christmas for around 2,000 years.

Exploring London's maritime Greenwich

The Cutty Sark, The Old Naval College, the historic covered market - up the Thames, London's Greenwich is a wonderland of British maritime history and Georgian and Regency surrounds.

Exploring the rare elements of Elizabethan London that remain

The Tudor predilection for building in wood left few remains surviving. Sandra Lawrence uncovers the rarities of Elizabethan London.

On this day: Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson was born

Today we mark Admiral Horatio Nelson's birthday by looking back at his life and the Battle of Trafalgar.

A century of women’s suffrage in Britain

Chaining yourself to the railings of Number 10 is always going to garner more headlines than a well-argued letter to the Times.

Dateline

Happy Anniversaries and High Fashion

Love, Love Me Do in Liverpool

On the Road: The West Country by Train

The West Country is home to some of Britain's most scenic delights. Fancy a train ride?

Around Town Online: September

September is one of my favourite times of year in London. The weather usually cheers up, evenings are still relatively long, there’s loads still going on - and the kids are back in school, which makes getting around just that tiny bit easier. Of course there are still lots of visitors, but that just gives the place a buzz. With a bit of luck the tube strikes that have been plaguing London this summer will be over too.

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Around Town Online: August

August has to be one of the best months for visiting London if you're interested in events, unusual places to eat and exciting new attractions. Counter-intuitively, other months often have better weather but for sheer variety of things to do, especially free things, this is your month.