London Visited
Episodes
309 - South Kensington
06 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The area of South Kensington is well known for The Royal Albert Hall and Museums, but there is so much more than that to this area. In this podcast we...
308 - Great Pogoda, Kew Gardens
29 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Great Pogoda in Kew Gardens has a long and varied history that most people miss when visiting this wonderful site on the Thames in South West Lond...
307 - Lambeth
22 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we go up the Thames from Westminster to Lambeth and look at the area. With it's bridge and Palace there is so much history. Join us......
306 - Mortlake
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we visit a part of the Thames that is known to millions, Mortlake, as this is the finishing point of the University Boat Race. There i...
305 - Victoria Embankment
08 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Along the bank of the Thames, the Victoria Embankment is probably the most famous part, stretching from Westminster To Blackfriars Bridges. Join us as...
304 - Palace of Whitehall
01 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we go back in time to the main Royal Palace, Whitehall, and tell you more about it. Join us...
303 - Household Cavalry
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Seen often exercising in Hyde Park, in this podcast we look at the Household Cavalry and their role not just in London but also that within the army. ...
302 - London Clay
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we find out there is more under London than just trains and tunnel, the London Clay holds many secrets! Let us share them with you....
301 - Columbia Road Flower Market
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This is one of London's most colourful markets, but also with a colourful history! Join us as we delve into the past and share it with you....
300 - Putney
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we go down by the Thames in the beautiful area of Putney, home to so much history plus also rowing clubs and so much more! Join us....
299 - Kensington Gardens
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Adjoining Hyde Park, in this podcast we look at Kensington Gardens and how it came to be plus the royal connections - especially with the Palace! Join...
298 - Blackheath
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we look at the area of Blackheath, which many miss as it right next to Greenwich. With history and wildlife there is much to this area...
297 - Finsbury
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The area of Finsbury is often mistaken for its park, but there is so much more to the area than this and history that involves William to Conqueror! ...
296 - Postmans Park - Part 2
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Postman's Park has an interesting but dark history (like so much of London) but today it celebrates the ordinary brave people who gave their lives...
295 - Postmans Park - Part 1
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Postman's Park has an interesting but dark history (like so much of London) but today it celebrates the ordinary brave people who gave their lives...
294 - Kensington
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Out to the West of London lays Kensington, well known for it's shopping and so many other features, but the history goes so much deeper than this. Joi...
293 - The Regents Canal
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Built around the North of London, The Regents Canal links Paddington and the Grand Union Canal to the River Thames, via Little Venice, Camden & Limeho...
292 - The Serpentine
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In Hyde Park is this lake, The Sepentine, and in this podcast we look at the history of the lake, how it came to be and the event that have taken plac...
291 - Royal Hospital Chelsea
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Royal Hospital Chelsea is another of those London places many have heard of but know little about as it is tucked out of the way near the Thames. ...
290 - Northumberland Avenue
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Northumberland Avenue is one of those roads that so many people walk down, as it leads between Trafalgar Square and the Thames, yet not many know the ...
289 - Piccadilly
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A well know Street in Central London, in this podcast we look at Piccadilly and the varied history it has encountered, to the place it is today. Join ...
288 - Blue Plaques
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
All across London you'll find Blue Plaques attached to the walls of London buildings! What are they, what do they represent and how do they get nomina...
287 - The SIS Building
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The SIS Building in Vauxhall Cross, Secret Intelligence Service, is known to millions in the more recent James Bond films, but what is this building a...
286 - The Great Exhibition
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that The Great Exhibition was part of the brainchild of Prince Albert and as a result of it and the house specially designed for it at Hy...
285 - Oxford Circus
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For the millions that walk Oxford Street or Regent Street each year, Oxford Circus is known as thaat junction of the two - but there is so much more t...
284 - Old Royal Naval College Greenwich
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Greenwich has so much to see for those visiting or living in the area and in this podcast we look at The Old Royal Naval College and the history behin...
283 - Notting Hill Carnival
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every August Bank Holiday an iconic street festival takes place, the Notting Hill Carnival! With music, dancing, costumes and so much more this is a f...
282 - Bank & Monument Stations
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Known to many as a busy interchange, there is so much more history to these two/one stations! Join us as we tell you all about them and why there are ...
281 - Apsley House
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A house that so often goes unnoticed at Hyde Park Corner is this one, Apsley House. With a history going back to the Duke of Wellington this is anothe...
280 - Pasqua Rosée - Londons First Coffee House
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The history relating to this podcast goes way back further than you'd expect! What is now a thriving business had some help from the start and in this...
279 - The Globe Theatre
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One of London's tourist attractions is the Globe Theatre on the South Bank, but it's original location was close by. We'll share these details and mor...
278 - Hammersmith Bridge
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we look at Hammersmith Bridge, another of those vital crossings over the Thames. In this case one of those crossing with more issues t...
277 - Thames Frost Fayres
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Frost Fayres on the Thames are often covered in history and these days it is hard to believe that the ice on the Thames in Central London would be...
276 - Fulham Palace
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Standing on the bank of the Thames is Fulham Palace, which many people have not heard of - yet it's history goes way back Join us to discover more.......
275 - Teddington Lock
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we look at Teddington Lock on the Thames which is the point at which the River changes from being tidal & non-tidal. With a series of ...
274 - Baker Street Station
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Known mainly for the song, plus the place to change trains, Baker Street Station is a piece of history as one of the first ever Underground Stations! ...
273 - Punch & Judy
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Punch and Judy is an old UK tradional that came first from another country beforehand! It's first UK performance was in London and there is a plaque t...
272 - Wapping
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Just down from Tower Bridge, the Wapping area of London is famous for its past warehouses and pirates, making the history of this area incredible! Joi...
271 - The Savoy Hotel
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Savoy is another one of those 5 Star Plus hotels that is known globally for its reputation. In this podcast we'll go back and look at the history ...
270 - Southwark
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This area of London covers some of the most iconic London landmarks, therefore it is almost the place where history started in London! Join us to find...
269 - Temple
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Known to many as a stop on the Circle and District lines, there is more to Temple than many relise! Join us as we tell you more about this area by the...
268 - Royal Academy of Arts
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One of the Art Museums most miss is the Royal Academy of Arts of which most is completely free. Let us tell you all about the history of this secret L...
267 - Camden Market
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Seen as the place where pop culture in London happens, Camden Market is a collection of stalls and surprises for people visiting! Join us as we tell y...
266 - St James's Square
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the podcast we visit St James's Square which for a garden square in the middle of the West End of London doesn't get visited much. With history to ...
265 - Little Venice
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There in London some gems that just don't a look in. One of these is Little Venice where you could think you were in Amsterdam with the canal running ...
264 - Brick Lane
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we go to East London and one of the most famous areas known for its amazing Curry Houses. Join us on Brick Lane for this and so much m...
263 - Sir Joseph W Bazalgette
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Whilst a number of people have influenced London and how it is today, this is one person whose name you my not know but his work you will and it is ic...
262 - Westminster Cathedral
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to our look at the Cathedral and not the Abbey in Westminster. With incredible history and views this is a must see place to visit and we'll t...
261 - The History of Lundenwic
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we look at London but from way back in history and the Saxon times! Join us to find out more and the influence this part of history ha...
260 - National Maritime Museum
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The National Maritime Museum is not a museum many think of when they come to London, but steeped in history with artifacts from across the world this ...
259 - The Port of London
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we look at the Port of London the role it has played in history and continues to play now in London's day to day transport. Join us......
258 - Worshipful Company of Mercers
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we investigate something made reference to all over the streets of London, The Worshipful Company of Mercers! What are they and what d...
257 - Shepherd Market
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mayfair is one of those London areas that has amazing houses and garden squares. Part of this area is Shepherd Market, which we'll look at in this pod...
256 - Shaftsbury Avenue
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we look at the street known as London's Theatre Street, Shaftsbury Aveune! Playing some of the worlds and London's top theatre, this i...
255 - The Victoria Embankment
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we look at a section by the side of the Thames opposite the London Eye, which hasn't always been there! So join us for a look at this ...
254 - The Science Museum
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One of London's big attractions is the Science Museum in South Kensington. In this podcast we look at what made it come to be. Join us for a scientifi...
253 - Nelsons Column
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sitting proudly above Trafalgar Square is Lord Nelson, but why is he here and how did the statue come to be? Join us as we share this and more with yo...
252 - The Albert Memorial
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The wonderful golden statue opposite the Royal Albert Hall, sits there gleaming in all weathers. Not many know the history of the statue and how it ca...
251 - Savile Row
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The street known as the Tailors Street is one of those places famous in history for clothing. In this podcast we delve deeper to see how it all came a...
250 - Stepney - Part 2
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we have our second and final look at Stepney, known worldwide from the nursery rhyme 'Oranges and Lemons,' for it's part in the early ...
249 - Stepney - Part 1
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we look at Stepney, known worldwide from the nursery rhyme 'Oranges and Lemons,' for it's part in the early days of the East End. Join...
248 - The Peasants Revolt - Part 3
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This little piece of history is not that well known! Starting outside London and coming in, The Peasants Revolt was a major part of of history. Join u...
247 - The Peasants Revolt - Part 2
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This little piece of history is not that well known! Starting outside London and coming in, The Peasants Revolt was a major part of of history. Join u...
246 - The Peasants Revolt - Part 1
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This little piece of history is not that well known! Starting outside London and coming in, The Peasants Revolt was a major part of of history. Join u...
245 - Greenwich Park
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As one of the Royal Parks south of the Thames, Greenwich Park often gets forgotten but this podcast tells you so many reason why it shouldn't. Join us...
244 - Hungerford Bridge
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sandwiched between Westminster and Waterloo Bridge, this bridge give you a choice on which side you get fantastic London views! Hungerford Bridge to m...
243 - Thames Clippers
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Thames Clippers, speeding their way up and down the River Thames have become a normal sight for those in London, but a ride on them show the beaut...
242 - Fitzrovia - Part 2
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is one of those little gems in London often discovered by people getting off the main roads of Oxford Street & Regent Street! Once found Fitzrovi...
241 - Fitzrovia - Part 1
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is one of those little gems in London often discovered by people getting off the main roads of Oxford Street & Regent Street! Once found Fitzrovi...
240 - St Pancras
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Many know St Pancras for the amazing station building that dominated the local skyline, but there is so much more to the area! Join us as we share mor...
239 - Leslie Green
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we look at one of the names most associated with the design of stations in the Underground, a number of which are around today - Lesli...
238 - Vincent Square
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tucked away in Central London is London's largets privately owned, 13 acre square, with a private school attached to it. We'll have a look at the hist...
237 - The Blackwall Tunnel
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are many road crossings both over and under the Thames, but this one - The Blackwall Tunnel - is one of those known globally for it's traffic is...
236 - Grosvenor Canal
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
London has had many rivers and streams passing through it, but these days it's the Thames that all you'd think of. In this podcast we look at one clos...
235 - Smithfield - Part 2
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this, the second of our podcasts on Smithfield, we take a good look at the market the area has become so famous for - from the start to present day...
234 - Smithfield - Part 1
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Smithfield area of London joins the City of London with the West End, but not many knmow about the history of the area and the Royal connections! ...
233 - The London Eye
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we lookm at a more modern London Landmark, but one that is the most popular - giving amazing London Views from pods on a large wheel, ...
232 - River Fleet
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we look at the River Fleet. a piece of London that was essential for the Romans and Saxons but later covered up but shaped so much of ...
231 - Holborn Viaduct
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we look at Holborn Viaduct, a small piece of road and a flyover that links the West End with the City of London Join us for it's histo...
230 - The Central Line - Part 2
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this, our second and final look at the Central Line, we take a look at the routes, the stations and the some of the proposed extensions along with ...
229 - The Central Line - Part 1
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The London Underground has many lines all with their own history. The Central Line, the longest, the one coloured red and the one that goes from East ...
228 - Whitechapel - Part 2
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we go back to Whitechapel for the second and final part at our look at this area. Join us...
227 - Whitechapel - Part 1
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we go over to East Londion and the infamous area of Whitechapel! We look at the history of the place and how it came to be, thanks to ...
226 - London Stock Exchange - Part 2
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this, our second and final look at the London Stock Exchange, we continue our look at this globally known entity. We look at the FTSE100 and the se...
225 - The London Stock Exchange - Part 1
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we go to the London Stock Exchange and find out about the history of one of the worlds most famous City establishments. Find out about...
224 - Vauxhall Bridge - Part 2
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most overlooked bridges in London has to be this one. In this podcast, part 2, we continue to look at it's history, which parts of could be...
223 - Vauxhall Bridge - Part 1
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most overlooked bridges in London has to be this one. In this podcast we look at it's history, which parts of could be even older than Lond...
222 - The Northern Line - Part 2
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we wrap up our look at the Northern Line, that runs from north to south. Join us as we look at the lines, extensions and the history o...
221 - The Northern Line - Part 1
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Going from the top to near the bottom of the tube map, the Northern Line is one of the most used lines on the London Underground. How was it created a...
220 - The Jewel House, Westminster
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we go to the Jewwl House, In Westminster and not in the Tower of London, which was used by the Kings of their day back from 1365! Join...
219 - Victoria Tower
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we look at the history of the Victoria Tower, the square tower that dominates views of the Palace of Westminster. Join us as we share ...
218 - Victoria Tower Gardens
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we visit both Victoria Tower Gardens & College Green, two park areas around the Palace of Westminster. We look at the history of both....
217 - Southwark Bridge
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we look at Southwark Bridge, one of those places that millions of people each year pass under on a Thames Clipper or see as they walk ...
216 - National Gallery - Part 2
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, our second and final look at the National Gallery we take a good look at the many transformations the building has been under and som...
215 - National Gallery - Part 1
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we start our look at the National Gallery. In this, part 1, we go back in history to it's formation and some of the key people in the ...
214 - Islington
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we go to Islington, one of those areas that has been in and out of trend at various times in it's history that is now recommended to v...
213 - Battersea Park
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we look at Battersea Park, on the bank of the Thames - converted from marsh land to park land with lots of interesting features along ...
212 - The Elizabeth Line
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we look at the background to the Elizabeth Line that opened just over 2 years ago. Join us as we look at how it got here and the futur...
211 - The Old Vic
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we go to the theatre away from the central West End Theatre district and go to Waterloo, South of the Thames. Join us to find out more...
210 - HMS Belfast - Part 2
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we take our second and final look at HMS Belfast and find out it was almost completely scrapped and not be the museum we have today! ...