Ragged School Museum ~ a free education for London’s Victorian poor.
As recently as the late 1800s a free education was not an option for many children. While a few free schools were founded in the early 1800s, it was not … Continue reading
St. John’s Smith Square ~ from the Ashes of the Blitz rose a World Class Music Venue
Located just south of Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament is Smith Square. In the centre of this square is St. John’s church, a wonderful Grade I listed building … Continue reading
Charlton House & its Peace Garden
Located just south of Greenwich, Charlton House is a magnificent example of Jacobean architecture in the UK, and certainly one of the best in London. While the majority of … Continue reading
Bentley’s Oyster Bar & Grill ~ London’s most historic oyster bar.
To have an oyster bar in street called ‘Swallow’ is a wonderful coincidence, but Bentley’s Oyster Bar & Grill is a storied historic place right in the heart of the … Continue reading
Institut Francais ~ wine tastings, film screenings, language courses, a free library & special events!
In the heart of South Kensington is a french cultural centre that offers everything from films, to wine tasting, to language courses and of course french food! The Institut français … Continue reading
Answers and Insight for our Easter London Photo Challenge
The answers and a little insight or trivia to each question and photo are below. Thank you to all who read, liked or commented on the “Photo Challenge” post. Answer … Continue reading
