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St Giles Cripplegate: medieval island in a Brutalist sea
The church escaped the Great Fire of London, but has been badly damaged in three other fires. Today the medieval survivor contrasts sharply with the concrete of the surrounding Barbican Estate. St Giles Cripplegate is a great example of post war regeneration in the City of London. Its fabric, monuments, objects and windows reflect the long history and heritage of the City from Roman times to the 21st century. And it’s not as isolated from its surroundings as it looks. Walks

London On The Ground
3 days ago11 min read


Inside Stationers’ Hall: living Livery history
A 17th century City of London Livery Hall for a 600 year old company around the corner from St Paul’s Cathedral. Tucked away in a small courtyard off Ave Maria Lane near St Paul’s Cathedral, Stationers' Hall has stood on the same site since 1606. It is one of those locations, where time appears to stand still, that are hidden away across the City of London. The Stationers are among the 39 City of London Livery Companies that have their own Livery Hall, used for dinners, rec

London On The Ground
Feb 216 min read
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