- Operation Pied Piper: How London Evacuated Its Children in 1939
Discover how London evacuated its children in 1939 and how to trace an evacuee ancestor using the 1939 Register and London archives. Free weekly heritage stories.
- The Love London Guide № 009: The Ravens of the Tower of London
Sharing is caring! Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Photo by Andrew Ebrahim on Unsplash In 1986 a raven named George was formally dismissed from service at the Tower of London for “conduct unsatisfactory” — he had developed an appetite for television aerials on the houses across the moat. The detail is telling, because the Tower’s ravens…
Read more: The Love London Guide № 009: The Ravens of the Tower of London
- Kew Gardens London: A Planning Guide for US Visitors (2026)
Plan your Kew Gardens London visit: how to get there, the best glasshouses and walkways, when to go, and an easy day plan for US visitors in 2026.
- Poets’ Corner, Westminster Abbey: Where London’s Greatest Writers Rest (2026)
Poets’ Corner in Westminster Abbey honours Chaucer, Dickens, Hardy and Shakespeare. Find out who lies there, who doesn’t, and how to plan your visit today.
- Paddington Station London: Bear Statue, Trains and Visitor Guide
Paddington Station London guide: find the Paddington Bear statue, Heathrow trains and day trips to Bath and Oxford, plus weekly London stories free.
- Liberty London Guide: The Tudor Department Store (2026)
Liberty London is a Tudor-style West End department store famed for its fabrics. See what to visit and buy, plus get weekly London stories free.
- Highgate Cemetery: Victorian History and Famous Graves (2026)
Walk Highgate Cemetery’s Egyptian Avenue, meet its famous residents and trace your ancestors. Plus get weekly London heritage stories free in our newsletter.
- Day Trips from London: The Cotswolds, Bath, Brighton, and Beyond (2026)
Plan the best day trips from London — the Cotswolds, Bath, Oxford, Brighton, Windsor, Cambridge, and Stonehenge. Train times, costs, and tips for US visitors.
- The Full English Breakfast: London’s Most Iconic Morning Meal and Where to Find the Best
Discover the full English breakfast in London — its history, what goes on the plate, where to find the best greasy spoons, and how to order like a local.
- The London Neighbourhoods That Have Aged the Best
From Bermondsey to Brixton, these London neighbourhoods have transformed dramatically over the past 50 years. Discover which areas have genuinely changed for the better — and why.
- The Love London Guide № 008: Savile Row Tailoring
Photo by Amit Daruka on Unsplash The name itself is a measure of time: a true bespoke Savile Row suit is cut from a paper pattern drafted for one body alone, sewn largely by hand, and typically built across three or more fittings over many weeks. The street in Mayfair has dressed admirals, prime ministers…
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- The Great Fire of London 1666: How One Bakery Changed the City Forever
The Great Fire of London began on 2 September 1666 in a Pudding Lane bakery and destroyed 13,200 houses and 87 churches in four days. Here is what happened, what records were lost, and how to walk the fire trail in London today.
- Borough Market London: Your Complete Guide to the City’s Greatest Food Market (2026)
Borough Market London: what to eat, when to go, and the best traders to find. Your complete 2026 guide with opening hours and how to get there.
- London’s Pie and Mash Shops: A Victorian Tradition Still Served Today
Discover London’s pie and mash shops — a Victorian working-class tradition still alive today. Where to eat, what to order, and why locals love it.
- The Best Parks in London for an Afternoon
London has over 3,000 parks covering 18% of the city. Here’s a practical guide to the best ones — Hyde Park, St James’s, Regent’s Park, Hampstead Heath, Greenwich Park, and Victoria Park — and what makes each worth your afternoon.
- Afternoon Tea in London: The Complete Guide to Britain’s Best-Loved Tradition
Everything you need to know about afternoon tea in London — where to go, what to expect, how much it costs, and the etiquette that makes the experience.
- London’s Historic Pubs with Food: The Best Traditional Pub Dining in the City
Discover London’s greatest historic pubs with food — from the 500-year-old Spaniards Inn in Hampstead to Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese on Fleet Street. Sunday roasts, British classics, and centuries of atmosphere.
- 3 Days in London: The Perfect Itinerary for US Visitors (2026)
Plan 3 days in London perfectly — Westminster, the Tower of London, Hyde Park, Kensington, and Notting Hill. The complete itinerary for US visitors in 2026.
Discover how London evacuated its children in 1939 and how to trace an evacuee ancestor using the 1939 Register and London archives. Free weekly heritage stories.
Sharing is caring! Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Photo by Andrew Ebrahim on Unsplash In 1986 a raven named George was formally dismissed from service at the Tower of London for “conduct unsatisfactory” — he had developed an appetite for television aerials on the houses across the moat. The detail is telling, because the Tower’s ravens… Read more: The Love London Guide № 009: The Ravens of the Tower of London
Plan your Kew Gardens London visit: how to get there, the best glasshouses and walkways, when to go, and an easy day plan for US visitors in 2026.
Poets’ Corner in Westminster Abbey honours Chaucer, Dickens, Hardy and Shakespeare. Find out who lies there, who doesn’t, and how to plan your visit today.
Paddington Station London guide: find the Paddington Bear statue, Heathrow trains and day trips to Bath and Oxford, plus weekly London stories free.
Liberty London is a Tudor-style West End department store famed for its fabrics. See what to visit and buy, plus get weekly London stories free.
Walk Highgate Cemetery’s Egyptian Avenue, meet its famous residents and trace your ancestors. Plus get weekly London heritage stories free in our newsletter.
Plan the best day trips from London — the Cotswolds, Bath, Oxford, Brighton, Windsor, Cambridge, and Stonehenge. Train times, costs, and tips for US visitors.
Discover the full English breakfast in London — its history, what goes on the plate, where to find the best greasy spoons, and how to order like a local.
From Bermondsey to Brixton, these London neighbourhoods have transformed dramatically over the past 50 years. Discover which areas have genuinely changed for the better — and why.
Photo by Amit Daruka on Unsplash The name itself is a measure of time: a true bespoke Savile Row suit is cut from a paper pattern drafted for one body alone, sewn largely by hand, and typically built across three or more fittings over many weeks. The street in Mayfair has dressed admirals, prime ministers… Read more: The Love London Guide № 008: Savile Row Tailoring
The Great Fire of London began on 2 September 1666 in a Pudding Lane bakery and destroyed 13,200 houses and 87 churches in four days. Here is what happened, what records were lost, and how to walk the fire trail in London today.
Borough Market London: what to eat, when to go, and the best traders to find. Your complete 2026 guide with opening hours and how to get there.
Discover London’s pie and mash shops — a Victorian working-class tradition still alive today. Where to eat, what to order, and why locals love it.
London has over 3,000 parks covering 18% of the city. Here’s a practical guide to the best ones — Hyde Park, St James’s, Regent’s Park, Hampstead Heath, Greenwich Park, and Victoria Park — and what makes each worth your afternoon.
Everything you need to know about afternoon tea in London — where to go, what to expect, how much it costs, and the etiquette that makes the experience.
Discover London’s greatest historic pubs with food — from the 500-year-old Spaniards Inn in Hampstead to Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese on Fleet Street. Sunday roasts, British classics, and centuries of atmosphere.
Plan 3 days in London perfectly — Westminster, the Tower of London, Hyde Park, Kensington, and Notting Hill. The complete itinerary for US visitors in 2026.