Tracing the Roots of Halloween Through History and Myth As the leaves turn and the air chills, Halloween emerges not merely as a night of frights but as a tapestry woven from the myriad threads of cultures, myths, and traditions that have coloured human history. It’s a point of convergence where the past is honoured […]
The ‘Witching Hour’ is a term that has been used for centuries and typically refers to a specific time of day, that is most notably associated with supernatural activity. The origins of the term are shrouded in mystery, but it is believed to have originated in medieval Europe when people were particularly fearful of witches […]
The Legend of the Headless Ghost The story of the headless ghost of Highgate Cemetery has been passed down for generations. According to the legend, the ghost is said to be the spirit of a man who was beheaded for practicing witchcraft. He is said to roam the cemetery at night, searching for his lost […]
London’s Victorian asylums have long been known as places of horror and despair, where the mentally ill were often subjected to inhumane treatment and neglect. Despite efforts to reform mental health care in the 19th century, many of these asylums remained places of misery and torment for their inhabitants. In this blog post, we will […]
Title: A Brief History of London’s Street Bins: From Litter Baskets to Smart Bins London’s street bins have come a long way since the early 19th century when the first public litter baskets were introduced. Today, the city is home to a diverse range of street bins, from traditional metal bins to smart bins that […]
As you stroll through the bustling streets of 18th-century London, you discover a fragment of history at every turn – ancient buildings narrating tales as old as time. While navigating through the mazes of London’s landmarks, your senses are caught by the tantalizing aroma of oranges and lemons that waft through the air, guiding you […]
Battle of Blackheath was fought over the independence of Cornwall in 1497. 15,000 Cornish men marched 250 miles across southern England to face King Henry VII army
1944 the first V1 bomb “Doodle bug” landed on London, codenamed Kirschkern (cherry stone). The name doodlebug or buzz bomb was a phrase that described the sound of the rocket in flight. The V1 was powered by Argus pulsejet engine, this unit pulsed 50 times per second making the distinctive and chilling sound to those […]
1977 The episode “Hostage” of the tv series The New Avengers was broadcast This action drama series was a continuation from the hit 1960s shows the Avengers. It ranged from 1976 to 1977. Produced by Fennell and Clemens. Filmed at Pinewood Studios. Series 2 E7 Hostage Joanna Lumley played the part of Purdey a secret […]
(Warning, please note there is a linked image of the car involved in this accident, taken some days after in a garage lot) In 1977 Marc Bolan, a singer from the Glam rock group T.Rex died in a car crash in London. The Singer, songwriter poet, a guitarist was only 29. Marc Bolan was born […]
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