A post for devotees of municipal governance. Welcome to a world of Freemen, Liverymen, Councilmen, Aldermen, Sheriffs, Aldermanic Sheriffs and a Lord Mayor, in a city that is home to less than 10,000 people.
The London Wanderer Posts
Who was responsible for the destruction of what was, in 1900, the third busiest rail terminus in London? I name names and point fingers.
The Tower of London survives in all its glory; the lost Baynard’s Castle and Bridewell Palace are well-documented. So I’ve decided to write a short post on the long-forgotten Tower Royal. It has to be short because there’s next to no evidence …
Everything you need to know about a real Lord Mayor of London who, for some reason, is the main character in a traditional pantomime
An endless fascination with street names and their evolution has seen me reach again for my copy of Eilert Ekwall’s authoritative tome.
I take a look at this once-common sight on London’s streets, now endangered and particularly vulnerable in the Covid era
Welcome to the bizarre world of the Southwark Courts Leet, City outposts south of the Thames that have had no purpose for centuries and yet are still with us, alive and … er … well, they are certainly alive.
Try spotting the eccentricity – more difficult than you might expect – as I outline the history of the Eccentric Club. It’s a story of thespians, beaver hats, philanthropy, Mr. Fulham and the owners of Chelsea FC’s ground.
Why a stone depiction of camels in Eastcheap has me dreaming of twiglets
In an era where department stores are out of favour, the buildings they leave behind can be impressive memorials. I’m always on the lookout …