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350 Brockley Road, Brockley, London [Rebecca]
A brilliant place - Ive only been once but I loved it. It was truely magical. Infact Im going back agian this upcoming saturday and Im bring my sister along. Its amazing!

100 Clements Road, Bermondsey, London [Margaret Reeve]
My dad started work at Peak Freans at the age of 14, he worked there until he retired, apart from a short time when he was called up for the war. His name was Walter (Wally) HAMILTON, and he was the chief essence maker - he used to come home smelling of vanilla, or strawberry, his essence room was directly under the clock tower. Is there anyone out there who remembers him? There was a man who worked there with my dad, before he became famous as WEE WILLIE HARRIS, he used to sing to my dad, while travelling in the lifts! I have an old photo of my mum and the rest of the women who worked in the packing shop, if anyone would like to see it.

142 Court Lane, Dulwich, London [Jim Woolley]
I followed the career of Anne Shelton from the very beginning in 1940 right up to the day she died in July 1994. I met her and other members of her lovely family on many occasions, and last year, June 3rd 2007 visited the open garden of her former home, 142 Court Lane, Dulwich where among other people was Kelly, her niece who has written her Aunts biography, and was selling copies to other visitors to the garden. The weather was perfect and I thorougly enjoyed the visit. The blue plaque to be placed on the house was thoroughly deserved after all her hard work as FORCES FAVOURITE during WW11 and for many years afterwards, not forgetting her time as Entertainments Officer for the Not Forgotten Association She was a big lady with an even bigger heart, and is still sadly missed.

49 Kings Rd, London [Anonymous]
I remember the drugstore, I used to go from about 1979 until the end. From Thursday to Sunday on the Saturday night after closing time we would pile into the cinema for a late film mainly Easyriders song remains or the rocky horror. We had some great times, met loads of people, me and my mate Nobby even went there one nite wearing make up like Kiss!

Nickleby House, Dockhead, Bermondsey, London [ALAN SMITH]
We were there the day Tommy unveiled the plaque. We covered it for Tommys fan magazine that my wife Janet and I have been producing since 1983. We took many photos on that day Tommy was in a great mood that day beeming with pride great memories.

159 Sangley Road, Catford [mike guilfoyle]
As a member of the Friends of Ladywell & Brockley Cemeteries Society( Fobloc) i was pleased to see the poem above by Ernest Dowson who is buried in the cemetery. Alas his grave has been vandalised but is easily identified as it has a bottle of Absinthe (empty) aside it & moving words by his friend Oscar Wilde attached. RIP.

106A Highbury New Park, Highbury [Ewan O'Doherty]
After Johnny rotten vomited into the piano (I believe it was a Bosendorfer concert grand, many thousands of pounds worth), for some time the smell in the studio must have been pretty rotten!

Brixton Oval, Brixton, London [roy taylor]
My granparents lived close to the library in Rosetta st which was demolished in the 60s and the street name was relocated close by.my grandfather drove trams and my brother Archie and I used to wait on the corner by the library in the hope of catching a tram that he was driving.In september 2007 a lovely cab driver called Richard helped me find the spot again and i spent a wonderful nostalgic moment or two close to where I enjoyed some very happy times as a chld the only way I was able to find the spot was because I remembered the library on the corner. The tate free library as I now know its called, played a very special part in my childhood. I have never been inside but next year I will!

49 Kings Rd, London [Ray]
I worked at the drugstore in the early 80s, when I was there it had lost a lot of its former glory but it was still one hell of a place to be in. I feel really sad that it has been turned into a Mc Ds , I had many a wild night with Tom, Don, Caroline, Sally, Shara, Peter and other staff, not to mention the punters. I only wish I had kept in touch, Great great days.

Near Barton Mews, Ladbroke Grove, London [Annie]
Evans story since my dad told me the story when I was a kid, Im 50 now, and still it intrigues me. Ive read Eddowes book - The Two Killers of Rillington Place - I thought it was bunkem. Christie killed those women and little Geraldine. There was some legal trouble between Ludovic Kennedy (the author of the greatest book on the subject), and Eddowes, which resulted in changes being made to later editions of Eddowes book. I think Eddowes is a fantasist. Christie was an evil man who let young Tim Evans hang.

Near Barton Mews, Ladbroke Grove, London [annie]
Ive been interested in the Christie/Evans story since my dad told me the story when I was a kid. Im 50 now, and still it intrigues me. Ive read Eddowes book - The Two Killers of Rillington Place - I thought it was bunkem. Christie killed those women and little Geraldine. There was some legal trouble between Ludovic Kennedy (the author of the greatest book on the subject), and Eddowes, which resulted in changes being made to later editions of Eddowes book. I think Eddowes is a fantasist. Christie was an evil bastard who let young Tim Evans hang. Im still fascinated by the Rillington Place crimes.

Bow Road, London [David Williams]
I live just down the road from the Bow Bells pub and have been in there a few times. Although im aware that its a very old building i have never seen or felt anything. Maybe next time ill try out the ladies toilets!

The Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel, London [Michelle]
Opposite the Royal London Hospital, the building where the Elephant Man was exhibited is still standing - also on Whitechapel High Street.

Woodbury Hill, Loughton, Essex [Hugh Silberrad]
Oswald Silberrad added extensively to what was originally a simple cottage, perched on a ridge at the edge of Epping Forest. If you are an industrial chemist and fluent in German, then my great, great Uncles library may be of interest to you! Of far more interest to most people would be his spinster sister Una Silberrads novels. She was popular between the two World Wars and her books are readily available on the internet. I will post some pictures of DH in due course.

[Tomy Smith]
Had my birthday party there and I cant say enough good things about this pub, had a fantastic night. This pub is beautiful inside and theres always some great live music nights on with Open Mic on Thursday and Swing Jazz on Sundays. A couple of people from the open mic played my Birthday party and made it a really special evening. This place is truly a find!

To Granville Place, London [David Sulkin]
For anyone interested in Arnold Bennetts 1923 novel Riceyman Steps, visit www.amwellsociety.co.uk to and go to the history section where there is an excellent slide show concerning the location of Riceyman Steps, the surrounding area and the characters in the story.

48 Margaret Street, London [liz wickham]
I went to the "Speak" several times in 1970. I was still at school at the time and took days off to come up to town from Cambridge. There was a great atmosphere with as many faces in the small select crowd as on the stage. I remember the Floyd, Small Faces, Hendrix and lots of very hip roadies..as bizarrely dressed as the musicians. Skin tight satin loon pants, leather studded wrist bands and hair down to the waist. Big moustaches too..before they got labelled as gay. I wore stunning antique silk chiffon dresses bought at Chelsea market, and a suede and cobra skin Ossie Clarke jacket...plus beautiful hand made Chelsea Cobbler boots. I had long hair I could sit on. It was impossible to get in unless you were someone or were with someone. You had to knock on the door and be peered at through a peep hole.

Chancery Lane & Kingsway... [henry copus]
I worked there 1964-65 as a G.P.O. apprentice and one weekend in 1991.The photos shown are exactly how the place was then. As apprentices, we used to venture off limits and that was very spooky. Black ventilation shafts, small cable tunnels. All very strange to lads of 16. A very eerie place.

Queens Ride, Putney, London [Danielle]
Its So Sad to see a great star killed in such tragic circumstances. May his soul live on through music.

2 Old Park Lane, Westminster [amanda]
I used to work at the Rose and Crown in 1989. never liked going into the cellar for ice as your back was to the small cell where prisioners were supposed to be kept. doors would unlock overnight, and lights come on downstairs. otherwise quite a good atmosphere!

145 Whitechapel Road, Whitechapel, London [Joe]
145 Whitechapel Road is now the forecort of a Shell garage and 299 is a local fashion shop. No signs of the two pubs remain but Mendozas house at 3 Paradise Row in Bethnal Green is still fully in tact.

57 Wapping Wall [jack boatman]
The hanging post was used for the hanging of Captain Kidd and other pirates. It is there as a warning to other would be pirates.

13-14 Portsmouth Street, London [pam]
A shoe horn has recently come in to our posession it looks like it is made of brass and it has the old curiosity shop on the handle with the date or number 1837 on the front please could anyone give me any information on this item thank you.

74 Lancaster Gate, London [Paul Gregg]
Can you please tell me if it is possible to visit the premises and are there any items relating to his writing while in London.

100 Clements Road, Bermondsey, London [Dianne MacLean]
Ref. To Theresa Hayden whose husband is a direct decendant of Mary Peek. Mary Thomas (nee Peek) was my great-great grandmother, she arrived in Australia in 1848. Her father was James Peek, mother Elizabeth.

9 Kingly Street, Soho, London [yvonne]
the bag onails or the bag, was the club i went to almost every night, except weekends when the out of towners filled the dance floor...this was from around 66 til early 69. mario was on the door and al needles was the amazing dj who turned everyone on...does anyone know what happened to him? remember having a chat with linda before she became macartney, in the toilets about her amazing snakeskin boots..and also sitting with jimi hendrix and eric burdon on another occassion. there was also a girl called sadie who was gay and always brought a harem of girls with her. seems like a dream now! was anybody else there at the same time with any similar memories?

6 Keppel Street, Bloomsbury, London [LJH]
Though no "house" remains, I have, indeed, visited this site. Trollope is one of my absolute favorites and I walk past this place every time I visit London.

St Thomas/Prah Road, Finsbury Park, London [John]
I lived opposite Finsbury Park Empire in 1960s when it had just closed and a Cliff Richard film had recently been made there. I never had a photoghraph taken of the old Empire and wondered if there is one anywhere to be viewed

4 Cadogan Lane, Chelsea [Ann Thomas]
I visited 4 Cadogan Lane today but didnt see a blue plaque on the place. Did I read somewhere that the current owners did not want a plaque because they would get a lot of people viewing the property? Would love to know.

Poet's Corner, Pembroke Lodge, Richmond Park [Ed Matthews]
It would be so great if this bench worked. We are local residents, and used to visit the gardens weekly when the children were younger - but had heard nothing about it and it came as an intriguing surprise when I took the kids (19 and 20) back there on a nostalgic visit. We were so unhappy that we werent carrying headphones (we guessed the use of the bench), but if its not working ......... ?

Snaresbrook Road, Walthamstow [Christopher Wyer]
1960s - loved that pool despite numerous wasps pestering me for my ice lolly!

28 Dean Street, Soho, London [Claudio (michael jackson)]
do you remember me? I work long time a go in this restaurant in 1988 CIAO FROM ITALY

Kensington Park Road, Notting Hill Gate, London [Leigh Brewer]
The Old Mercury Theatre holds many memories especially as the studio and theatre of Madame Marie Rambert but my interest alerted from a Rambert site was that the small theatre was originally a church. as a Grt Grt Aunt of mine founded a school for young women in a small church at Notting Hill I was wondering if you have any information from the 1800s regarding the Church. My ancestor Harriet Brewer was sent to America and helped found the Calvery Church in Baltimore Your site is unusual and I enjoyed my visit.

The Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel, London [abby]
I intend to visit london. This rare disease that Joesph had really interests me. I would like to go to London one day to see more on him.

Porchester Centre, Queensway [Sarah]
I am traveling to London soon with my husband. On the weekends I understand that it is mixed (male and female). On those mixed days is it clothing optional?

36 Craven Street, London [Diane Ashmore]
Visited this museum recently. You can see pictures on my blog: http://www.how-to-be-a-bad-artist.com/index.php/places-to-visit/benjamin-franklin-museum-and-tate-britain/

337 Whitechapel Road [D.Merner]
I have been to this pub a few times, it is in need of refurbishment it was a big dissapointment

56 Mount Street, London [Mrs Maxine Payne]
Have just finished doing a family history for a dear friend of mine and Martin van Butchell is her 3 x Great Grandad! How exciting? Would love to know if we could go there.

47 Frith Street, Soho, London [Les Clappison]
From my perspective the atmosphere at Ronnie Scotts has changed due to the change of emphasis to make money and not music; from my last visit 10/11/07, (and it will be the last) it appears they have now introduced two houses 6-10.30 pm and 11 pm – 3 am (Friday & Saturday) inviting you leave (bouncer at hand) at 10.30 if you booked the first house. Not only is this embarrassing and frustrating, because you are just getting into the swing of things, but its clear the artists (I know and have spoken with them) are somewhat embarrassed about it too. Interestingly, some of the artists Ive spoken to, and in some cases have been on the UK jazz scene for over 30 years (no names), now insist they will not play Ronnies again. I have hung on to visiting Ronnies because there is no-where else with that fantastic atmosphere but then there are jazz ghosts in there, and whilst I know things have to change, I find it an incredible insult to Ronnie Scott, and the myriad of fantastic jazz artist and jazz fans who have made Ronnie Scotts what it is; that the current owners are cynically using the history and world wide reputation of Ronnie Scotts to simply satisfy their need for profit.

Langley Park, Iver, Buckinghamshire [Agi]
I loved the house more than the drama I have to say and I would love to visit it.

100 Clements Road, Bermondsey, London [Brian Moseley]
Did you know that Mr George Hender Frean was born in Plymouth, Devon, where his father was a corn miller at the old Drakes Mill? The mill burned down in 1868 and the current Sherwell Chapel stands on the site.

Highview Gardens, Edgware, London [gaynor]
Yes I most certainly have been here, I live in the green and yellow house (previously) attached to the demolished one! But I dont think its such an exciting sight that warrants a visit.

34-35 Cowcross Street [s spring]
Is this the pub that the famous tom spring, bareknuckle fighting champion of england once owned?

3 Greek Street, Westminster [Harry Rose]
I met jack in 1982 when worked for Wheelers of St James. A good friend indeed! i hope he and Wallace are alive ankickin! HARRY ROSE, VANCOUVER BC

Woodbury Hill, Loughton, Essex [Si Colling]
The Hall is now mainly demolished-parts of it however left standing. The new owner intends to rebuild a luxury dwelling similar to the original. It should be noted that John Silberrad had let the old building somewhat fend for itself for many years. 4000 books are still looking for a buyer.

Flat 9, 12 Curzon Place, Mayfair, London [Dr. Doogie]
Please forgive the above poster. Patricia is a lunatic who thinks that every event in world history (both large and small) are directly related to her and her bogus claim as the true heir to the House of Stuart. She is crazy.

Poet's Corner, Pembroke Lodge, Richmond Park [sean hearson]
Visited plenty of times with headphones but it doesnt work. Beautiful peaceful spot would be great to hear the bench working.

140 Osier Crescent, Muswell Hill, London [Juliet Murray]
Apparently Barnet General thought he had a bad case of "gastro" and doctors were a little puzzled that it kept on going, so he was transferred to the Royal Free in Hampstead who could actually diagnose the poisoning. Poor guy might have stood a chance if he went elsewhere first.

Belgrave Road, Ilford, London [Victoria Cordelia Buonagura]
I saw Ediths old house back in 1994 as I am interested in crime and read Weis book on her case. I am planning on going again this coming Saturday as I never saw the plaque before. I still find this a very interesting case and will also swing by Shakespeare Crescent again to see her home before she married Percy. Vickie. :)

14 Winchester Walk [jo]
What a fantastic little pub with such a huge selection of british and world beers, definately a connoisseurs club for beer aficionados, a sure hit and their fresh pork pies are wonderful. The friendly staff knows every beer in the joint and are willing and able to explain them all. great decking area with a suberb view of the cathedral.

White Swan, Vere Street [Amanda Dennis]
I am doing a research project on the Vere Street Coterie, any information anyone could forward would be much appreciated

Fifteen, 15 Westland Place, London [Kimberly Stapleton]
I was lucky enough to dine at Jamies London Fifteen restaurant one week after it opened. The decor was fabulously chic. I remember even the bathrooms were "stylish". We sat right near the kitchen and enjoyed appetizers, mains, and desserts that were of 5 star quality. We were able to hear Jamie directing/advising his students throughout the evening. After dinner, we went upstairs to the bar/lounge area and had a few cocktails and pints of Guinness. Very relaxed atmosphere. After the restaurant closed, we were able to meet Jamie (one of my friends grew up with Jamie and played in the band Scarlet Division with him). Jamie was as wonderful as you would imagine. Even though he was thoroughly exhausted and was anxious to get home to his wife, Jules, he was a warm host taking time to thank us for coming and to hear our opinions of the meal. A "luvvly jubbly" experience indeed! Cheers, Kimberly

46 Lower Belgrave Street, London [nicky piszko]
I read the theory somewhere that Lord Lucan was taken away by a light aircraft and that Damon Hill (the racing driver) father flew it, could anybody tell me were i would have read this??

90 Wardour Street, Soho, London [alex]
The very best venue that ever existed BUT.... the Wardour St. site closed in 1987 and moved to Charing Cross Road where closed down in 1996. I visted both sites many times and Wardour St. was effectively unique. Now theres a reincarnation of the Marquee at 14 Upper St. Martins Lane. Thanks for the article and for the memory. Regards

56 Old Church Street, Chelsea [Andrew Barriball]
I was lucky enough to live in The Rectory for 3-years between 1985-88. At that stage the main elements of the house were in reasonable repair, but the wing was run down to say the least. The Rectory was then owned by a Kuwaiti businessman who employed my sister as his PA in London. He invited her to live in the house, rent free, along with close friends and family, to avoid squatters taking over the property. It was his intent to refurbish the residence back to its former glory (he was an architect), but following the Kuwait Stock Market crash, his funds were needed elsewhere. Prior to his fall from grace, Alan Bond, former Chairman and CEO of the Bond Corporation looked to purchase the property as a base for his top UK-based executives, but that deal fell through. I believe it was subsequently sold to a Norweigian shipping tycoon. The best feature of the Rectory (bar its location) was the garden. We enjoyed numerous parties in the house, easily hosting upwards of 200 people; friends, friends of friends etc. It was also home to hundreds of rabbits following one particularly alcoholic party where the two bucks were mistakenly allowed out of their hutch, never to go back in! They were great days and it was a fabulous address to borrow, albeit only for 3-years.

Queens Ride, Putney, London [elisa collingwood]
lots of wild hair and poectic verse will always be my favourate kind of guy! cant wait to meet him someday.

39 Broadwick Street [Glenn]
A fine pub, good (and cheap) beer, and no music! Interesting clientele: a mix of bike couriers, Soho characters and celebrities doing voiceovers. Worth an afternoon, followed by an evening.

62 Wapping High Street [Peter Keogh]
Arrived from Australia and by chance popped into this pub and was blown away by the atmposphere,food and total charm of the place - especially the two in charge - a Mr & Mrs Biddle I believe. Also fun clientele - very, very happy crowd! one of the best memories of my trip.

Henley's Corner, Finchley [Jim Brightwell]
I did not make this statue! I have taken photos of it from a diferent angle. To see them go to, http://www.myspace.com/totalsolareclipse1995 and look at statues album. Jim Brightwell

100 Clements Road, Bermondsey, London [Theresa Hayden]
Hello, if anyone could help me? My husband is a direct decendant of Mary Peak and there is an inheritence but we dont know who to contact.

Queens Ride, Putney, London [Nick Bicknell]
I think Marc Bolan is really great; he is a real great favourite of mine, and has been since the early 70s. I have got all of his records, and I am always playing them. I think he is really brilliant, excellent, fantastic and magnificent. He will always be one of my favourites: I will never go off him. I am in my element when I am listening to him.

Queens Ride, Putney, London [Shades]
Marc Bolan will forever live in our hearts and unlike Bowie he was the King of Glam everyone else is just a copy.

Queens Ride, Putney, London [gary_l]
Its wonderful to see some recognition at last. Marc is a legend, and should be remembered as such. We all still miss him so much. Tanx for your time. Gary.

Queens Ride, Putney, London [Fee]
Its coming up to Marcs 30th Anniversary & in this 30th Anniversary Year the Latest News is that The English Tourist Board have Officially Recognised The Bolan Tree as Marc Bolans Rock Shrine as being a Sight of Rock n Roll Importance significant enough to be included in their Guide "England Rocks". Everyone is especially Welcome at The Tree Site on Sunday 16th September 1:00 pm until 5:00pm when loads of fans will be there. You can also pick up a copy of the English Tourist Board Guide "England Rocks" from me at the same time too :-)

Queens Ride, Putney, London [Michael_t]
This is a special 30th year for Marc Bolan fans old and new.Marc has remained in our hearts and memories all this time.Put a little Masrc in your heart every day for HE IS THE KING OF ROCK N ROLL Michael TAG T Rex Action Group at TAG@Marc-Bolan.net Rock On

Queens Ride, Putney, London [debra]
Greatly loved, greatly missed. Debra

Queens Ride, Putney, London [Mel]
Marc Bolan has to be the best man EVER!! lol...he was such a great performer...and even better off stage! He always gave the best he could, he had and even though he has passed he still has this some thing else, that NO one can get....TAG has to be one of the BEST clubs to join...you see every thing from photos, newspaper clips...and true stories...truely great to be around such lovely fans... Marc Bolan T.Rex WILL live on...their music sound like it was produced today..let alone 20+ years ago..... Keep a little Marc in your heart....

13-14 Portsmouth Street, London [jennie]
Hi I saw an exhibition here not long ago and I wondered if you could still hire it out? thanks

67 Overhill Road, East Dulwich [Marcus]
here the location by google earth. Latitude 51° 2650" N Longitude 0° 3 57" W link: http://www.flashearth.com/?lat=51.447434&lon=-0.065918&z=11.2&r=356&src=ggl Bon.RIP kind regards Marcus

The Adelphi, The Strand, London [sarah]
this dude died on my birthday...how weird does it get??

Approach Road, Victoria Park, Hackney Wick [Chris Donovan]
Though the alcoves look similar to those on Westminster bridge, as you have pointed out, they have inside them the insignia of the London Bridge Association. I imagine there were quite a number of bridges with similar alcoves on them which might help to explain why they appear in the paintings you mention. I dont think that the paintings are evidence enough to refute the first posting of this thread.

Approach Road, Victoria Park, Hackney Wick [Roy Nana]
Im quite sure youre wrong that these are from the old London Bridge... I think they are from the old Westminster Bridge, as painted by Canaletto... as you can see by the proximity of the Westminster Abbey. The Alcoves are quite clear in the Canaletto, as the are repeated over the whole bridge. I cannot visually identify any of them appearing on any previous incarnation of London bridge. EDITOR: The history clearly say they originate from the interior of the old London Bridge, but if anyone can corroborate Roys claim - please let us know.

Lighthouse Methodist Church, 120 Markhouse Road, [Kathleen Joad]
Can you actually go into the building and up into the lighthouse? If so, I would like to get the details.

James Smith & Sons, 53 New Oxford Street [Ade]
I work near here and after I read this, I went round there this lunctime and bought myself a nice new brollie to replace my scabby threadbare one. Cute little shop with some great assistants - and if youre feeling flush treat the missus to a fashionable parasol - theyre beautiful!

53-54 Carey St, City of London [Glenn Pickering]
I have recently graduated from Cambridge school of art with a degree in Illustration. My final major project was a guide book to lesser known places of interest in London and The Seven Stars in Carey street was one of the places I illustrated. I went there several times and can say that the pub is fantastic - friendly, nice food, good beer and the cat is fantastic. Anyone who is interested can download a PDF version of my book from gallery 1 via the link below to read what I had to say about the pub and see my illustration www.man-in-a-hat.t83.net

East Street, Kennington, London [Jo Maguire]
My great uncle lived near Charlie chaplin and went to USA with him, but unfortunately died in a fire.

Queens Ride, Putney, London [freya]
marc bolan is a god he certainly is at the top of my gods list.. it sucks ass that he died..x

The Chalk Pit, Old Hill, Chislehurst [fwine36]
Being from the United States, my wife and I were truly astounded when we toured the caves a few years ago. We had never heard of them nor their fascinating history. Visiting them is truly a mystical and worthwhile experience. We recommend a visit to them to anyone that we know is visiting London.

Queens Ride, Putney, London [Anna]
Marc will and always be a beatiful soul and I think hes never really gone away, hes everywhere around the people who love him. So nice to see his shrine here, its worth it if it inspires new fans to find out about this wonderful man and his work

100 Clements Road, Bermondsey, London [carolyne marrs]
Where can we buy your products especially your peak frean cookies, thank you

77 Maidenstone Hill, Greenwich, London [Henry P Loveart]
Rumour has it the Hellfire Club used to meet down there, and even created some lurid murals to decorate the cavern. Is that true?

The Priory, 225 Bedford Hill, Balham, London. [Cindy]
The Priory is now divided into upscale condominiums for sale.

100 Clements Road, Bermondsey, London [Ruth Coppin]
I am trying to find the name of the Peak Frean cookie sold in the 1950s and 60s. It was a waffer with a caramel centre, and it was wonderful. I havent seen them for years, but I do remember them. Can you tell me what they were called? Thank you R.Coppin

57 Wapping Wall [Jeff and Linda]
Visited the pub on Saturday 26.05.07, with friends as part of a trip we had organised to look at the history of the region. Good pint of beer and young daughter Rebecca was welcome in all parts apart from the bar area, which is good practice all round. Very unusual pewter bar and lots to interest the student of the macabre history of the area. Unsure as to why the hanging post is outside if not a memorial to Judge Jeffries as this is not the site of execution dock but it adds superbly to the atmosphere of the place, and along with welcoming staff, I recommend a visit to all visiting the area.Anyone with more history please e-mail thanks, or leave a message cos Ill be back.

To Granville Place, London [Roger Dobson]
Arthur Machens stories and memoirs may well be of interest to readers drawn to this region. Machen (1863-1947) was fascinated by the area east of the Grays Inn Road, feeling it had a marvellous, miraculous atmosphere and was the haunt of people who had lost their way in life. (See "Things Near & Far", the second volume of his autobiography.) Several of his fantasy stories take place in the Lloyd Square area, although he does not usually name the district. See the chapter "Strange Occurrence in Clerkenwell" in his supernatural thriller "The Three Impostors" (1895) and his stories "The Islington Mystery" (1927) and "Out of the Picture" (1936). Machen read "Riceyman Steps" but was critical of it, since he thought Bennett hadnt made the most of the fascinating corner of London he chosen for his story. Theres a Machen soceity for anyone who becomes hooked on his works.

21 Cock Lane, London [Ade]
Actually, some sources site the location as number 33 - can anyone corroborate the exact location?

20 Manchester Square, London [Gordon Thompson]
The building is now gone.

Tottenham High Road, London [jonathan clinch]
what a fantastic account of a very sad event. The two who died; PC William Tyler and 10 yr old Ralph Joscelyn are buried near each other in Abney Park cemetary in Stamford Hill. Stoke Newington. 500 thousand people turned out for the funeral and also 3 thousand Police officers lined the route.

Queens Ride, Putney, London [Cindy]
Total schock when and how he whent to sleep For I believe that his suit died, not his spirit and soul! I miss his suiteach day day more and more. One consolation is that one day well meet again...in the New World! Hope to come on the 16 th...if not Ill remember him here , at home....in spirit with you all!

4-8 Essex Road [chris frandsen]
Great Food! Worth a visit if your a fan of The Who and the Mod film classic Quadrophenia.

4 Denmark St, London [Sean Parry]
My grandfather Jimmy, James Spencer worked their around this time - he was a sound engineer I think.

Floral Street, Covent Garden, London [Rui Fernandes]
Thanks for this information! I upload several photos on Flickr without knowing what was this amazing structure. After a Google search I found this useful page. I placed the link on the photos description, I hope you dont mind. If interested: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ruinog/420205349/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/ruinog/420552686/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/ruinog/420924868/in/photostream/ Best regards Rui Fernandes

4 Denmark St, London [Dave Cox]
I was roadie for the Tremeloes and we recorded the first number one (Here comes my baby) at Regent B, plus many others. Terrific sound and prescence in recordings.

34 Ridgmount Gardens, Camden [Larissa]
Hi, my name is Larissa Gallep. I am a journalist for the Brazilian Mtv Magazine. Im writing a theme about Bob Marleys first residence in London, at 34 Ridgmount Gardens, and I wonder if you could send me some more information about the place and if possible some pictures too. I need to know how many rooms does the house have, if the original furniture is still there (from the time Bob Marley lived there), if there is any interesting story about the place, who used to live with him, if he wrote anything while he lived there and how much it cost to visit the house. Larissa Gallep

16 Batty Street, Whitechapel [eleanor]
This is really spooky - my gt grandmother was born in 16 Batty Street in 1838! Ive often wondered if there were any photographs of the street from about that time. I understand from searching this evening that this house was pulled down in 1888 the year after the Lipski murder. Dont quite know how I feel now!!

350 Brockley Road, Brockley, London [mary]
Jackys Jukebox at the Rivoli Ballroom is on the 1st Saturday of every month. Its a really friendly mixed Gay/Straight night where you can join in with Ballroom and Latin Dancing. Its a hoot!

40 Stansfield Road, Brixton, London [claudio]
David changed my life... And after moving to London in 2003, one of the first things to do was to go for pilgrimage to see this house...long before going to see the house of parliament... Its nice to share this experience with other people... I didnt expect it

Commercial Road, Stepney [Don]
I never knew that! Well myou learn something every day! Will check it out tonight!

40 Stansfield Road, Brixton, London [barb]
Oh! I didnt know...I just lived up the road for a year - but in the mid-90s.

140 Osier Crescent, Muswell Hill, London [bonnie]
i got really upset when alexander litvinenko died. please put up a home page with some nice facts about him. make a tribute please.

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