London Unveiled

great places to visit off the beaten path.

The Royal Exchange, London ~ arguably the world’s first shopping mall!

Right in the very heart of the City is the Royal Exchange.  A wonderful building, with a great history that is as vibrant today as it ever was.  While maybe … Continue reading

November 30, 2013 · 20 Comments

World Rugby Museum, Twickenham, London ~ the largest rugby museum in the world.

On the 2nd October 2013, the World Rugby Museum in Twickenham officially reopened after a substantial makeover.  In addition, the tunnel and England changing room were refurbished and have enhanced … Continue reading

November 23, 2013 · 7 Comments

Rivington Place : “Art, Debate, Diversity” ~ London’s newest public art gallery.

As a relatively new entrant to the art scene, Rivington Place in Shoreditch, just off Brick Lane, is well worth a visit.  It is a purpose built international visual arts … Continue reading

November 19, 2013 · 6 Comments

Sotheran’s, London ~ the oldest antiquarian bookstore in the world

Located just steps from Piccadilly Circus is a bookstore with such a rich history that it has become a London literary landmark.  For one store to have sold a Gutenberg … Continue reading

November 13, 2013 · 16 Comments

Brown Hart Gardens ~ an oasis of calm off Oxford Street

While thousands of shoppers and tourists troll the shops of Oxford Street, just a few steps to the south is an oasis of calm where those in the know can … Continue reading

November 7, 2013 · 18 Comments

The Cartoon Museum - London

As someone who grew up reading the Dandy and Beano, along with a love for Tintin books and the Giles annuals I have always enjoyed the world of cartoons and … Continue reading

November 2, 2013 · 13 Comments
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