by Dorothee Schröder Belonging to Bread Street Ward, Little Distaff Lane was originally located where Cannon Street now runs.After the post–World War II redevelopment, it became known simply as Distaff
Category: London beyond time and place
CornhillCornhill
by Dorothee Schröder Cornhill is both a ward and a street in the City of London, running from Bank Junction to Leadenhall Street.Alongside Tower Hill and Ludgate Hill, Cornhill is
BishopsgateBishopsgate
by Dorothee Schröder The City of London stands on the site of the former Roman settlement of Londinium.In Roman times, it was enclosed by a defensive wall with seven gates,
Aldgate High StreetAldgate High Street
by Dorothee Schröder Aldgate High Street got its name from one of the gates of the old London Wall dating back to Roman times. There are different explanations of what
Three Dickensian London LocationsThree Dickensian London Locations
Every year on February 7th, literature lovers celebrate the birthday of Charles Dickens, one of the most influential writers in English history. His vivid depictions of 19th-century London brought the
A Polar Visitor in Medieval London: The Story of the White Bear in the ThamesA Polar Visitor in Medieval London: The Story of the White Bear in the Thames
London is no stranger to unusual sights, but imagine standing on the banks of the River Thames in the 13th century and spotting a polar bear fishing in the murky
Sherlock Holmes’ Birthday: Exploring 3 Iconic London LocationsSherlock Holmes’ Birthday: Exploring 3 Iconic London Locations
Today, January 6th, marks the birthday of the world’s most famous consulting detective, Sherlock Holmes! To celebrate, we’re diving into three iconic London locations tied to the enduring legacy of
St Anne’s Limehouse: A Hawksmoor Masterpiece in London’s East EndSt Anne’s Limehouse: A Hawksmoor Masterpiece in London’s East End
Nestled in the historic Limehouse district, St Anne’s Church stands as a testament to both the architectural genius of Nicholas Hawksmoor and the ever-evolving spirit of East London. Consecrated in
Bloody Sunday: The Clash at Trafalgar Square – November 13, 1887Bloody Sunday: The Clash at Trafalgar Square – November 13, 1887
On November 13, 1887, an event that would become known as “Bloody Sunday” unfolded at Trafalgar Square, casting a stark light on the social and political unrest gripping Victorian London.
2024 East End Conference in London2024 East End Conference in London
At this years East End Conference in London I have the honour of giving a talk.