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Seely and Paget: the centenary of the notable architectural Partnership
The Partners’ work included Eltham Palace and post-war restoration of London churches, St Paul’s and Westminster Abbey. John Seely and Paul Paget, Partners in life as well as in business, produced architecture that combined old and new with sensitivity and flair in the middle decades of the 20 th century. They met in around 1920 at Cambridge University, where Seely read Architecture and Paget read English (but he never graduated), and became great friends. On 7 March 1926
London On The Ground
5 days ago9 min read
Secrets of the gatehouse of St Bartholomew the Great
A medieval arch, a Tudor house and moving memorials to fallen sons The entrance to the churchyard of St Bartholomew the Great from...
London On The Ground
Mar 15, 20255 min read
Ward Lock's City of London 1929
A 95 year old illustrated guide book shows many recognisable views. Ward, Lock & Co began publishing a series of illustrated guide books...
London On The Ground
Feb 17, 20243 min read
St Bartholomew's: happy 900th to church and hospital!
Bart's Hospital and the Priory Church of St Bartholomew the Great were both founded in 1123. This post celebrates the 900th anniversary...
London On The Ground
Mar 22, 20235 min read
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