St. Margaret’s, known as ‘the Church on Parliament Square’, is a 12th-century church next to Westminster Abbey. It’s also sometimes called ‘the parish church of the House of Commons’. On our trip to see the Houses of Parliament, The City Adventurers stopped off at St Margaret’s, which is free of charge to visit. We even … More St Margaret’s Church, the parish church of the House of Commons
As we approached the imposing Tudor gatehouse, we noticed the clock with only one hand. This feature wasn’t a mistake. It has only one hand as that was all the estate workers needed to know the hour. Underneath the clock is the motto of the family that have owned the Hall for generations. “Sans Dieu … More Ingatestone Hall
The City Adventurers visited the Foundling Museum in Bloomsbury, a site that powerfully blends social history with world-class art. The UK’s First Children’s Charity Established in 1739 by the philanthropist Thomas Coram, the original Foundling Hospital was the first home in the UK for children at risk of abandonment. Coram’s vision was brought to life through the extraordinary support of … More Foundling Museum
Discover the Rich History of Lymington at St Barbe Museum. Nestled in the heart of the beautiful market town of Lymington is the St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery. This award-winning museum tells the vibrant history and culture of the New Forest coast with exhibits that bring Lymington and the surrounding area’s rich past to … More St Barbe Museum
The City Adventurers made a trip to the Chelsea Christmas Illuminations. The Chelsea Winter Village & Illuminations took place at the Royal Hospital Chelsea and offered a 1.5km light trail, featuring illuminated, neon, and, art installations. After the light trail we visited the festive village for dinner at the food stalls. The trail featured a beautiful display … More Chelsea Christmas illuminations
After a wonderful, if rushed, visit to Blenheim Palace in 2024 to see the festivities, we returned to Blenheim Palace to see what had changed for Christmas at Blenheim Palace in 2025. This time the Palace was decorated with a Wizard of Oz theme. We couldn’t leave without seeing the Light Trail. This time we had more … More Christmas at Blenheim Palace 2025
The Lyceum Theatre in London’s West End has had a varied past. It’s been a circus, a chapel, a concert hall for rock legends, and the home of Britain’s most famous actor. The City Adventurers were intrigued and wanted to know more, so we set off on a tour of the Lyceum Theatre to find … More A tour of the Lyceum Theatre in London
The City Adventurers visited 21 Portland Place. This Grade II-listed building is one of London’s Georgian House gems and is also the home of the Association of Anaesthetists and the Anaesthesia Heritage Centre. We explored the richly decorated rooms of the 18th-century townhouse while learning about the world of anaesthesia and the vital role of … More Anaesthesia Heritage Centre
The City Adventurers visit to Dove Cottage, home of William Wordsworth, and the accompanying museum to his life. This is a beautifully preserved pocket of literary history in the Lake District National Park and comprises two distinct, yet complementary, experiences: Dove Cottage and the modern Wordsworth Museum and grounds. William Wordsworth arrived in Grasmere in 1799. Aged 29, he was … More Dove Cottage and Wordsworth Museum
The City Adventurers took a trip to the Paradox Museum, an optical illusion museum, in Knightsbridge. What is the Paradox Museum? Exit Reality, Enter Fun! Forget everything you think you know about museums. The Paradox Museum is not a place for dusty artifacts and quiet contemplation; it’s a mind-bending, eye-tricking, and completely interactive destination designed to … More What can you discover at the Paradox Museum ?