Winding beneath parts of Waterloo station in south London, lurks an artistic haven. Leake Street’s dark tunnel lies close to the heart of street artists and fans of murals and graffiti. Banksy displayed some […]
Kew Gardens has a stunning new structure on site this summer. It measures 17 metres in height and 40 tonnes in weight, but its significant stature is not simply based on its impressive […]
Always remember to look up. From many spots in London, you’ll spot the BT Tower peeping over the treetops and rooftops. Copyright Debbie Smyth, 9 July 2016 Part of Weekend […]
Thursday evening’s kind weather allowed the sun to make a brief appearance at the perfect moment, creating cloudy reflections on the Shard. Copyright Debbie Smyth, 9 July 2016 Part of Look […]
Kew Gardens has an attractive lake with 4 small islands which especially warrants a wander on a sunny day. The curvy bridge across the lake, has a shimmer and grace that matches […]
Kew Garden’s ten-storey, 163 ft tall, Pagoda was constructed in 1762, at the time when Chinoiserie was all the rage. It was a bright, colourful building with varnished iron plates on the roofs, and 80 gold covered dragons, one […]
The Leadenhall Market in east London has a long and fascinating history. Its life dates back to the 15th century, when it started as a grain and other foodstuffs market. It […]