London Places

Transformed by Henry VII, loved by Elizabeth I, largely forgotten about today

How the school gates opened to everyone

Henry Grant photographed fine art and fancy jewellery going under the hammer

British Army veterans have had a special home in west London since 1692

How a plague burial ground evolved into a monastery, mansion, school and almshouse

200 years of luxury, craftsmanship and community

London-brewed beer once quenched the thirst of the city and far beyond

Nothing’s managed to stop diverse Dalston’s beating heart

London’s famous street market for antiques, fashion, food and quirky finds

There’s history at every turn at the home of Speakers’ Corner and the Serpentine

Peter Pan and Prince Albert rub shoulders with artists in this royal patch of green

The thrilling history of London’s smallest royal park

After opening with a wobble, this sleek footbridge has become a fixture in its dramatic setting

Some highlights of the capital’s hundreds of squares

Home to London’s oldest scientific zoo and outdoor theatre

Long-gone landmarks of Roman and medieval London

Caring for London on the same Smithfield spot since 1123

Squares aren’t unique to London, but London is uniquely a square city