Not old but found this massive sculpture outside the London School of Economics, it's called The World Turned Upside Down and is by Turner Prize winner Mark Wallinger.
Next is the Eleanor of Castile cross at Charing Cross station, she was married to Edward 1, she died in 1290 in Nottinghamshire and he was heartbroken. He had her transported back to London to be buried at Westminster Abbey and at every stop for rest he had a cross erected. There were 12, I wont name them but you can look them up. This was the last one, it is not the original Cromwell tore that down in the Civil war Fyi this also where the centre of London is!.
Horse Guards Parade, from a bus.
Me on an empty bus !! Aching feet won.
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I bet you loved being on an empty bus, not problems with distancing and you got to see the sights as well without sore feet, bonus.
There was hardly anybody around, I was really tempted to go into St Paul's Cathedral as there was no queue and a gentleman with sanitizer ans it looked like face masks and it's free, but my feet said no, maybe next time xx
Thank you so much Bazzak. I believe I love your walks as much as you do; you make them so interesting. I had just come in from doing a little gardening. I needed a rest and a coffee and wanted to catch up on the forum. Well, was I pleased to find you had been out and about again. I love the little bits of interesting history you include with the photos, which, in themselves are great.
Well, time to move. That was an enjoyable coffee break so now I'm going to finish off tidying up outside.
I have enjoyed it Buddy, and it is amazing that I have lived and worked in London all my life and walked past a lot of these sites without realizing. Maybe it says a lot about me lol. 🙉xx
I found that I only went to most places in London . when I did not live here. Was taken to the ballet, Science Museum and Brian Rix farces as a child, special journey's to London from Gloucestershire, when we were in the UK. Loved the Science Museum, did not like the ballet and did not understand the farces, who does at 7 - 11. Had lived in the suburbs for some time before I took myself off to the Royal Albert Hall, have never done the tourist bit, things like Buckingham Palace, although I did get to see the rehearsal for Trouping the Colour one year, although that was through work ( went as a pusher and helper for someone who needed a wheelchair outdoors). So your pictures a great way for me to see bits I have missed.
I loved the Science and Natural History museums, going since I was a child, especially when you know you dont have to join a big queue at the main entrance because there is a side one!!
Chuff, chuff, chuff as they struggle up a hill. It was the whistle I wanted to pull. There is a lovely old black and white movie, called The North West Frontier (I hope) set in India in the colonial days, I watch it for the majority of the film is a train journey, in an old steam train, some adventures, but the old girl is great,
My friends and I used to go around London at the weekends on those London Transport tickets where you could go on the trains, underground and buses all over London on one ticket. We used to feel we had 'inside knowledge' like the tunnel through from the Science Museum. We certainly learned a lot and had a lot of fun. I remember my brother asked me to pick up a comic he had ordered from a comic collector's shop called, 'Dark They Were and Golden Eyed.' It was fine until I realised it was in the depths of Soho...... As a young female of about 13, that was an education in itself! 😱🌸
Do you get a freedom pass where you are, I have one, and it allows me to travel anywhere in zone 6 on buses and tube for free at anytime and anywhere in zone 6 on british rail after 9.30 for free ?. X
Even though I have a brain injury and therefore had to go through some pretty rigorous tests, I am fortunate enough to still be able to drive. I couldn't afford a car but I am lucky that I have a car on the Motability scheme. I couldn't manage public transport because of several problems I have following my brain injury. When I drive I actually feel a little bit normal (i.e. like I was before my injury,) so it's good for me. 🙂🌸
How are your feet feeling now, more relaxed l hope? I definitely do not blame you for using the bus! Pounding pavements can be very tiring.
You have certainly been traveling around London recently recording some very interesting places, bringing back many memories with your photographs. Thank you!! Really enjoying your travels.
Chelsea Kitchen Restaurant, the name doesn’t ring any bells, there were so many amazing places to eat, to accommodate any pocket, Italian, Chinese, French, I used to eat at the Potter sometimes, they always served a good meal. I knew the owners, husband, wife and son very well. I left Chelsea in late 1963.
Wow, thank you Barry for all the amazing information on Chelsea in the sixties.
It will keep me busy reading for quite some time.
Gleebe Place, Chelsea in the sixties and seventies was the in place for photographers and artists, there might be one or two Blue Plaques for you to photograph there.
I live 30 mins from Victoria and used to go up a lot when I was more mobile - go on train sometimes or by car - some places offer blue badge parking.
Last time was 4th March to the theatre and haven't been back since. I have loved looking at your photos - I cant imagine London being so quiet and hope to get up soon to the V&A and Tate Modern. And we have a Christmas present for a trip to the shard.
Hope your feet have recovered and well done for braving the bus!
Hello Baz, Gosh you've been out and about again today, not surprised you grabbed a bus! What a sweet story about Eleanor and Edward. Where are we going tomorrow? xx
Not too sure yet, if the buses are still empty I would like to get it to Putney, lovely pubs to photo and something special about the church on the north side of the river that I dont think anyone will know. Then walk back from there through Kings road Sloane Square etc, sorry I'm carrying on again ! Doh, you have a good night and I am so pleased that you are a big part of this forum now. ♥️xx
I'm excited for it! Can we actually go and have a pint if it's a nice day?! You have a good night too and rest those tootsies up ready for tomorrow xx And thanks for what you said, that's very kind xx
After reading your post, I read up on Eleanor of Castile as I hadn't heard of her. It was really interesting and nice to know that it was a love match and not an "Off with her head" one. All those children too!! Thanks for posting. 😁
I worked in London for many years in my young days, going into Charing X station but didn’t know the story of the cross until 16 years ago when my first grandchild was born and named Eleanor and when I googled the name the story you gave came up. I love that sort of history
Hey Bazzak, It's good to see you! Good for you to be getting out and about and seeing what the new world looks like. I expect you were very relieved to find that the bus was empty, the alternative being to continue walking on sore feet. I have a friend in Peckham who likes doing what you are doing, going around and learning the history of London, and observing what is happening but she can walk for England!
Today is a nicer day by the looks of it. Where I live it's unbroken blue skies and the trees are only moving a little. My back gave way yesterday for the third time in just over a year and I know I need to exercise away this pain, so I will attempt a little walk. But even in the sticks, the traffic has built up quite a bit, frequently speeding past my little cottage.
No fear of that sitting at laptop. I need to exert myself a bit!
Hi Bazzak, well done you! I still haven't dared, but I must say that most of the buses passing my apartment are mostly nearly empty. Some more great pics and I'm loving this series of walks and pics that you are doing! 👍😊
Hello, sounds like you had a great walk - and thanks for explaining the monument at Charing Cross, been meaning to look it up...
Before lockdown, my work took me to the St James Park area of London once a week or so, and I was always thinking "must learn more about things I pass by"...but I always seemed to be in a rush, heading to the next meeting, or to the train at Paddington....
So, when we DO get back to working outside of the home, I am going to take the time to observe more!
I live near St James Park, so go there and around that area quite often, but I still find things I have missed. Oh and you must go to the park and see/feed the parakeets, they will be your best friend in minutes.😁xx
What a brilliant day out. Do you live in London? I am so envious. It is years since I last visited. I have always wanted to go on the 'Eye' but haven't managed it yet, and don't think it is likely now as DH has dementia , can hardly walk, and there is no way I could handle a wheelchair. I am very lucky though. I have loads of fantastic memories. We have holidayed all over the world and seen a lot of UK. The sad part is DH can no longer recollect any of them! So I can't share the memories. C'est la vie!
I hope you get to go into St. Paul's on your next visit. I am sure you think the effort was worth it. I love the idea of hopping on a bus! Thank you for sharing your lovely experience.
Hello Shelwhitt, yes I do live in London, Westminster infact so most things are in walking distance. Sorry to hear about DH, it must put a big strain on you, but just by reading your post I tell you are a strong and caring person, DH is very lucky to have you. X⚘
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