Statues and Monuments: Sir William S Gilbert

William S Gilbert was born in London in November 1836. His father was a naval surgeon and author and for … More

Hampton Court (4): Wiliam III’s apartments

The accession to the throne of William III saw a programme of new royal building works including the building of … More

Leaving Docklands we approach the end of our journey. In the distance can be seen the buildings of the … More

As the afternoon drew on during our recent trip to London Wetland Centre we were treated to some wonderful skies … More

The highlight of the remaining Tudor State apartments is undoubtedly the Great Hall. Next to the Great Hall is the … More

As we proceed to towards central London we enter Docklands, the area that was once the thriving heart of London’s … More

A mild but overcast morning saw Keith and I at the London Wetland Centre in search of migrant birds … More

Connected to the main courtyard by a short passage is a smaller courtyard around which are situated the Kitchens … More

We are soon approaching the Greenwich peninsular. Once a major industrial area this area is now one of major redevelopment. … More

A Saturday morning and Keith and I are on the way to a Rugby match at Wembley, but time first … More