Speaker's Corner...


Speaker's Corner...

The spiritual home of British democratic tradition of soapbox.

Location: Hyde Park, W2 2UH

Description: Located on the corner of Park Lane and Cumberland Gate, opposite Marble Arch tube, Speakers' Corner is the spiritual home of the British democratic tradition of soapbox oratory. Every Sunday since the right of free assembly was recognised in 1872, people from all walks of life have gathered to listen to speeches about anything and everything... and to heckle.

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Speaker's Corner...

The spiritual home of British democratic tradition of soapbox.

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