Beyond the City – London’s Neighbourhoods explores the many faces of London beyond the Square Mile. Each neighbourhood is introduced through ten carefully chosen facts that highlight its history, character, and everyday life. Together, they reveal a city whose true richness unfolds far beyond its centre.
- 10 Facts About Angel
by Dorothee Schröder Location and transportAngel is a district in north London, part of the Borough of Islington. The A1 (London–Edinburgh road) and the Inner Ring Road both pass through the area, making it an important transport hub. The origin of the nameThe district takes its name from The Angel Inn, a historic coaching inn… Read more: 10 Facts About Angel - 10 Facts About Bloomsbury
by Dorothee Schröder A West End District in Camden Bloomsbury is a district in London’s West End and forms part of the London Borough of Camden. From Blemondisberi to Bloomsbury The name Bloomsbury derives from Blemondisberi, first recorded in 1281. It refers to the Blemund family, one of whose members owned the manor in what… Read more: 10 Facts About Bloomsbury - 10 Facts About Chelsea
by Dorothee Schröder A Riverside Name Chelsea lies on the north bank of the River Thames in West London. Its name derives from an Old English term meaning “landing place for chalk or limestone,” reflecting its historic connection to the river. From Manor to Royal Borough Originally a manor and later a parish, Chelsea became… Read more: 10 Facts About Chelsea - 10 Facts About Deptford
by Dorothee Schröder A Riverside District Deptford lies on the south bank of the River Thames and forms part of both the Royal Borough of Greenwich and the London Borough of Lewisham. A Deep Ford The name derives from a “deep ford” across the River Ravensbourne. This was the point where the ancient Watling Street,… Read more: 10 Facts About Deptford - 10 Facts About Earl’s Court
by Dorothee Schröder A West London District Earl’s Court forms part of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea in West London. A Name from the Earls of Oxford The district takes its name from a manor house once owned by the de Vere family, the Earls of Oxford, who held large areas of land… Read more: 10 Facts About Earl’s Court - 10 Facts About Fitzrovia
by Dorothee Schröder A District Between Two Boroughs Fitzrovia lies in central London, with its eastern half in the London Borough of Camden and its western half in the City of Westminster. From Manor to Metropolis Originally part of the Manor of Tottenham Court, the area began to urbanise in the 18th century as London… Read more: 10 Facts About Fitzrovia
About Dorothee Schröder
Dorothee Schröder (M.A.) studied German and English language and literature at Ruhr University Bochum.
She loves Great Britain, especially London, where she explores the city off the beaten tourist track. She is the managing director of the literary agency OPERA SCRIPTORIUM, an author and translator, and co-authored the book Jack the Ripper – Die Whitechapel-Morde 1888: Eine Chronologie with Philipp Röttgers, which is known for its meticulous research and detailed account of historical events. As part of the LONDON BEYOND TIME AND PLACE team, she writes articles, conducts research and translates.
Image: The Greater London boroughs, with optional traditional county boundaries overlay (Wikimedia Commons, Author: Hogweard)