Opened in 1927, Veeraswamy's is said to be the oldest surving Indian restaurant in the UK. Famous diners have included Ghandi, Charlie Chaplin, Marlon Brando and the Prince of Wales.
Bishopsgate often displayed the heads of recently executed criminals on spikes for passers by to to see. The heads were used as a warning to anyone thinking about breaking the law.
Two oak wells were revealed on Gresham Street dating back to AD63. It has been suggested that water would have been drawn by animals who powered the gear shaft, pulling up 25 gallons per minute.
The annual Film4 Summer Screen is running from July 29 until August 8, loved-up couples will descend on the Strand to catch cult classics & sneaky previews on a supersized state-of-the-art screen. Read more.
This plinth holds a statue of George IV, who as Prince Regent ordered the redevelopment of this area in the 1820s. He was known for his charm, extravagance and complete irresponsibility.
