The church’s many chambers and crypts hold the story of Britain’s past, present and future
Find the best free museums in London, along with other weird, wonderful, and brilliant spots which are perfect for when the money's tight.
A beautiful collection of rare vintage photographs of London, taken between the 1910s and 1910s, from the Archives of English Heritage. The photo
England’s famous capital is visited by millions every year. This is mainly thanks to its wonderful architecture, rich history...
For many people going to work in London, they had no other option other than to walk miles through streets filled with blood and excrement, thanks to the prohibitively high cost of public transport.
Although the death penalty in England was abolished in 1965, historians have pinpointed the precise locations of the capital's most notorious execution sites, which you can visit for a spine-chilling day out.
Oxford Arms, Warwick Lane, London, 1875.
This historic London itinerary will take you on a self-guided tour, revealing the highlights of London's past. From the City to Whitehall, it's a great one.
Good old Leon and Levy where would I be without them. There is a Police Officer standing on the traffic island in the middle of the photograph, he is probably from POW. On the left is a hoarding surrounding the building site for what was then known as the New Government Offices and is now The Treasury; work was started in 1899 and completed in 1915 so I may be on the cusp here. Lovely bonnets Ladies.
Guy Fawkes was the final prisoner for a disturbing reason
EO Hoppé's revelatory portraits of London life in the first half of the 20th century, now on show at the National Portrait GalleryHoppé Portraits: Society, Studio and Street is at the National Portrait Gallery from 17 February until 30 May
The photos were taken by Scottish photographer John Thomson and give a glimpse into the daily grind of life in the capital over 150 years ago. Eleven of Thomson's images have been colourised.
Visit the Tower of London on a layover, a Royal Castle dating back to late 1066. The castle was key to controlling all of England.
Your insider’s guide to the hidden places in London you need to have on your radar.
As the rain fell, we ran along the walls of the Tower of London as if our lives depended on it. This October, London prepares for The People's Revolt...
AN amazing collection of British images has become available online for the first time. Over 150 years ago, a pioneering Victorian photographer called Francis Frith began a project that eventually …
Discover the prettiest medieval sites in London: secret ruins, gates, medieval churches, palaces and old buildings - the most unusual places to visit in London!
History lovers looking for WW2 sites in London will find a wealth of museums and sites at their disposal. It's probably not the sole reason people will visit London, but if you enjoy learning about
No doubt about it, London is a truly fascinating city with just as cool interesting facts about London that I am sure you may not know about. Whether you are a history buff looking for fun facts about London or a London as a tourist and want to impress the family with fun facts about London. Then this post will definitely help you make an impression.
A thick, greasy, grimy fog - known as the Great Smog of London - descended on the city during a particularly cold December in 1952 and killed 12,000 people in four days.
A beautiful collection of rare vintage photographs of London, taken between the 1910s and 1910s, from the Archives of English Heritage. The photo
surprises from the history vault
Life is about making the most out of every place, situation & day. See my London Bucket List of all the things we want to see & do in the city we live in.
Discover secret London spots! England's heart is filled with hidden places you won't read about on a guidebook. These are the best hidden gems in London!
Rainy London 1890s
Just four miles from the centre of London Limehouse is now a luxurious area between the City and Canary Wharf.
A new edition of Charles Booth’s maps and research shows a London in which grinding poverty and wealth lived side by side. How different is today’s capital?
Visiting London and love history? Explore these top historical sights to see when visiting London, from landmarks to iconic monuments.
Architecture, history, and archeology lovers, you’re in for a treat!
Libby Hall's pictures of London feature one of my favourite photos to have appeared on Flashbak.
The idea of capturing something in photography before it disappears dates back almost to the dawn of the medium.
This weekend, 75 years have passed since the Queen, then Princess Elizabeth, witnessed her father King George VI leave Westminster Abbey wearing that same crown following his Coronation in the Abbey on May 12, 1937.
Whether you're a first-time London visitor or a seasoned traveler, here are a few things you absolutely must know before visiting the Big Smoke.
Things to Do in Kensington London from High Tea through to Museums and pubs!
In the middle of Marble Arch you can still find remnants of London's grisly history. Have you heard about the Tyburn tree?
All the information you need to know before visiting the Natural History Museum in London and my review as a mom of two as activity to do with children.
