Marble Hill House is one of the finest surviving examples of early 18th century architecture and landscaping in England. It was owned by Henrietta Howard, an influential figure in early Georgian London. Henrietta was born into the Hobart family of Norfolk. Orphaned at a young age (12), she married the dissolute Charles Howard, the youngest son … More Marble Hill House
The City Adventurers spent an enjoyable afternoon exploring two venues near Cannon Street in the City of London. The first was The Temple of Mithras. The remains of the temple were discovered when Bucklersbury House was built in 1953-1957. However they were moved to a site in Temple Court and remained there until 2012 when they … More The Temple of Mithras and St Stephen Walbrook
While you may think of Hyde Park Winter Wonderland or the Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre when you think of Christmas Markets in London, there are lots more Christmas markets dotted around the Capital. And while the former are ticketed events its best to book in advance, the others are often free to visit. Leicester … More Christmas Markets in London
Although we have visited special exhibitions at the British Library, the City Adventurers had not visited the permanent exhibition before. The British Library’s permanent exhibition showcases some of the most valuable and significant literary treasures in the world. We headed to The Sir John Ritblat Gallery, which houses the “Treasures of the British Library” exhibition. … More The British Library
After being closed for refurbishment for ages, the National Portrait Gallery has now reopened. The City Adventurers were able to visit and see its updated facilities as part of a day out in London. The National Portrait Gallery Dedicated to showcasing portraits of historically important and influential individuals throughout British history, the National Portrait Gallery … More The National Portrait Gallery
The City Adventurers found Battersea, and the Lift 109 experience, easy to reach by public transport and easy to find. Arriving at the Lift 109 experience, housed in the Power Station’s magnificent Art Deco Turbine Hall A, we found the whole thing was well organised. … More Lift 109
The City Adventurers set off for a tour of Covent Garden, starting at Jubilee Market. Our guide took us around the side of the market, past the London Transport Museum. We seem to have been there a number of times in recent years and it is always to great museum to visit with lots of … More Jubilee Market and Covent Garden Tour
The City Adventurers headed to Covent Garden to see the Christmas lights. First stop was the Piazza, outside St Paul’s Church, (affectionately known as The Actors’ Church) and the magnificent 60ft British-grown Christmas tree. Heading towards the market we came across a traditionally decorated Sleigh in the South Hall of the Market Building. It is a … More Covent Garden at Christmas 2022
The City Adventurers attended a Brewery Tour at the Camden Town Brewery. … More Camden Town Brewery Tours
The City Adventurers recently headed to The Tower of London where the moat is now home to a new floral display created for the Platinum Jubilee. Called Superbloom, it has been planted to produce different colours throughout the summer. … More Superbloom at the Tower of London