Destinations UK
Every month we will feature selected destinations in detail throughout Britain. These features will build over time to provide the visitor with a wonderful gazetteer of Britain! We also include links to heritage accommodation for each destination.
Alderman’s Walk
The history of Alderman’s Walk, EC2, London. Written by David Long, author of Hidden City: The Secret Alleys, Courts and…
Farting Lane
Lurking around the back of the world famous Savoy lies an ingenious – if not slightly nauseating – piece of…
Giro the Nazi Dog
Situated just off the Mall in London, close to both the heart of British government and monarchy, lies the country’s…
The Tabard Inn, Southwark
The history of the Tabard Inn (later known as the Talbot Inn) in Southwark, the starting place for Chaucer’s Canterbury…
The Ferryman’s Seat
The Ferryman’s seat in Southwark, London, is an ancient seat which allowed ferryman a place to rest for patrons.
London’s First Drinking Fountain
London’s First Drinking Fountain. Part of the Secret London series by Historic UK
Britain’s Smallest Police Station
Secret London – Britain’s Smallest Police Station, at the South-East corner of Trafalgar Square.
The Duke of Wellington’s Mounting Stone
The Duke of Wellington’s Mounting Stones were ordered by the Athenaeum Club to help the Iron Duke mount and dismount…
