11 places for the best views of London’s skyline Up at the O2, Greenwich. upattheo2. The Switch House, Tate Modern, London. 12th Knot at Sea Containers, Southbank. Rooftop Cinema Club. The Aviary, Finsbury Square. The Slide at ArcelorMittal Orbit, Stratford. Emirates Air Line, Greenwich. Dining at 135, the London Eye, Southbank. What part of London …
The best views in London by car Driving across Tower Bridge. Driving down Archway Road. Driving along Victoria Embankment. The Sky Garden. The Aviary. Peckham Levels. Parliament Hill. Alexandra Palace. Where can I park in London with a view? Views across London Just north of Regent’s Park is the idyllic area of Primrose Hill. Parking …
There is an historical reason for this; it’s all to do with keeping your sword hand free! In the Middle Ages you never knew who you were going to meet when travelling on horseback. Most people are right-handed, so if a stranger passed by on the right of you, your right hand would be free …
The M25 motorway is the outermost road encircling the metropolis, at an average diameter of 40–50 miles (64–80 km). Contents 2.1 Historic New Road. 2.2 Pentonville Road. 2.3 Mansell Street. 2.4 Tower Bridge Road. 2.5 Kennington Lane. 2.6 Vauxhall Bridge Road. 2.7 Victoria one-way system. What is the only road in the City of London? …
The London road network began in 50 AD, back when the city was the small Roman port town of Londinium. London is now laced with roughly 9,197 miles of road. Here are some of our favourite facts about them. Does London have any roads? The answer is NONE. Because there are no “roads” in London. …
Located at the heart of London’s West End, Regent Street is one of the world’s most prestigious lifestyle destinations, famous for its flagship stores and international brands. Experience Regent Street, London’s distinctive home of fashion, dining, wellness and lifestyle. Why is Regent Street called Regent Street? Named after the Prince Regent, the street was built …
A SPECIAL Act of Parliament gave traffic the privilege of driving on the right when entering Savoy Court from the Strand because the Savoy Theatre is on the right-hand side. Where in the UK can you drive on the right? But there is also a place belonging to United Kingdom that allows right-hand traffic. Can …
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Soho. The Soho area has been at the heart of London’s sex industry since 1778 when the first brothel was opened. Before the Street Offences Act 1959 became law, street prostitutes worked in Piccadilly Circus and the streets and alleys around Soho. Is Soho still a red light district? For centuries, it was a seedy …
These places are best for shopping malls in London: Westfield London. Hay’s Galleria. One New Change. Westfield Stratford City. Coal Drops Yard. What is the most famous shopping centre in London? Oxford Street is considered the centre of London’s shopping world. Holding well over 300 shops, 4 underground stations, as well as flagship stores for …
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Oxford Street: For Designer Wear. Bond Street: Popular Even Amongst Celebs. Regent Street And Jermyn Street: Housing City’s Oldest Stores. Notting Hill: For Boho Chics. The King’s Road: For Antiques & Chic Dresses. Covent Garden Market: For Unique Souvenirs. London Markets: Both Food And Shopping.
