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The Secret History Of London’s Pneumatic Railways

A new book tells the story of a forgotten rail system beneath the Thames.

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Two Talks: Blogging London And Underground London

London’s bloggers and Tube experts in two must-see talks.

Maypole dancing at the Costermongers Harvest Festival by Ian Visits

In Pictures: Pearly Kings & Queens

Can you spot your borough’s Pearly King or Queen?

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Best Of The London Blogs: 3-9 April

Where the Telly Tubbies go to be shot, and other local stories.

Multicultural Muppets on a London bus.

Best Of The London Blogs: 27 March-2 April

Muppets, biscuits and bascules in this week’s roundup.

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Best Of The London Blogs: 27 February-5 March

Toilets, midgets, three-hour train journeys, 46 pubs and Hitler. What a strange week.

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Preview: Story Of London Festival

The Story of London, a sprawling conglomerate of events themed around London life, history and culture, has now announced its programme. The festival runs across London from 1-10 October and features talks, walks, exhibitions and performances. Highlights include a scratch-and-sniff tour of Bazalgette’s London, a …