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08/04/2021

Nothing better to do this evening? Why not get yourself a ticket to my virtual tour of Mile End this evening at 19:30? https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mile-ends-and-beginnings-virtual-tour-tickets-148662332037

05/04/2021

Not long left to get your ticket to my virtual tour this Thursday evening. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mile-ends-and-beginnings-virtual-tour-tickets-148662332037

31/03/2021

I'm very excited to announce my first online virtual tour on Thursday 8th April at 19:30.

Buy tickets here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mile-ends-and-beginnings-virtual-tour-tickets-148662332037

29/03/2021

I'm back online! I've been spending lockdown planning and preparing my online virtual tour just in time for the end of lockdown! I'll be revealing details for how to join my inaugural virtual tour later this week!

07/11/2020

It's so easy to walk past buildings like this without giving them a second thought. This recently boarded-up block opposite Mile End Station, was designed by Piers Gough, the architect of the Mile End Park Bridge. But do you know what was on the site before this was built?

31/10/2020

Do you know exactly where this plaque can be found? This is easily missed despite hundreds of people walking past it every day. The significance of this plaque is just one of the things I talk about in my (virtual) walking tour. Keep an eye out for the date of the next online tour...

30/10/2020

This is such a great view over Mile End. And there's so much to discover about our local area's rich and diverse history.

24/10/2020

How many different types and ages of buildings can you see in this photo? There's so much rich architectural history in Mile End!

The virtual walking tour takes you from Mile End Road through St Clements, where this photo was taken, and on to the beautiful Tower Hamlets Cemetery Park. Keep an eye out on my social pages for information about how to sign up for the next virtual tour.

23/10/2020

Did you know that Mile End Park is situated on the site of old terraced streets? There are some fascinating maps and photos online. Here you can see the view towards the new(ish) Suttons Wharf development just over the railway line and canal, built on an old industrial site. Find out more about the history of the area particularly among the route of the on the upcoming Mile End Parkrun Parkwalk Tour.

11/10/2020

Have you ever run the ? I've just spent the morning finalising the research for my upcoming history tour along the route of the Mile End Parkrun.

There are so many points of historical interest on the course that could so easily be missed. More information about both socially-distanced and online tours to come soon. Keep an eye out on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter all .

And, of course, don't forget the current tour!

26/09/2020

It's good to be back out leading a socially distanced tour today. This photo shows the old and new architecture which can be found side by side in Mile End. Have you noticed this before?

Maybe you're an East Ender born and bred, maybe you're an adopted East Ender, or maybe you've just arrived in the East End for . Either way, if you're interested in a safe, socially distanced tour of Mile End, do get in touch!

20/06/2020

Did you know Mile End tube station isn’t actually a ‘tube’ station at all? Something to think about as and when we begin to use the station more regularly again.

14/06/2020

Although Mile End is close to both the City of London and Canary Wharf, there are lots of beautiful green spaces to explore and escape the regular hustle and bustle of the East End. This view of both green space and modern(ish) architecture is one of my favourites. What are your favourite views in and around Mile End?

09/06/2020

Tower Cemetery Park is full of treasures - sights, sounds, smells, social history, flora, fauna... It’s a hidden gem in Mile End!

05/06/2020

Have you ever noticed this remarkable tree just behind the Veolia offices on Southern Grove in Mile End? It's currently hidden behind some hoardings but stands impressively in front of the historic South Grove Work House buildings.

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