
KINGS CROSS....... METAMORPHOSIS........ Guided tour with Barrie
Wed 11 Nov · 12:00
The British Library
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KINGS CROSS....... METAMORPHOSIS is a guided tour led by Barrie at The British Library in London, focusing on the transformation of the Kings Cross area. The tour highlights the changes from its troubled past to its current revitalisation, showcasing both new developments and remnants of its history. The tour is priced at £15.
Here is another chance to visit this regenerated area and see the terrific changes taking place. Barrie leads this great tour of the new and the old **KINGS CROSS.... METAMORPHOSIS** (and still a work in progress) Anyone old enough to remember Kings Cross in the 1980's will talk of Homelessness, prostitution, drug selling and taking, slum properties and lawlessness. Kings Cross was a mess, an embarrassment. Today tells a different story. The planners can be praised at the way they have re invented the area without losing its original identity. Its railway heritage has been kept as old buildings still stand with new interiors, yes, the usual 'shops and restaurants'are in abundance but the way they have re landscaped around the canal and the gas holders just has to be seen. Our walk not only takes you round the new Kings Cross we also seek out what remains of its more sordid past. This includes an amazing housing estate of the 1930's, a churchyard with a very famous inhabitant, a hidden crescent from a bygone era and a town hall with carnival connections. The area's star attractions will not be missed, Hotels, Stations and a great library. so much to see so little time. The walk cost £15 cash on the day and takes over two hours but time will fly on this great tour. Any questions or queries contact Barrie on 07860 911393 or bazaway@aol.com JOIN OUR 45+ NOT GRUMPY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY \* <[https://www.facebook.com/45plusnotgrumpy/](https://www.facebook.com/45plusnotgrumpy/)>
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KINGS CROSS....... METAMORPHOSIS........ Guided tour with Barrie takes place on Wednesday, 11 November 2026 at 12:00.
KINGS CROSS....... METAMORPHOSIS........ Guided tour with Barrie is held at The British Library in London (96 Euston Road, London, NW1 2DB).
Tickets for KINGS CROSS....... METAMORPHOSIS........ Guided tour with Barrie are priced at £15. Live prices and availability are shown on meetup.com.
The forecast for KINGS CROSS....... METAMORPHOSIS........ Guided tour with Barrie is Overcast · 15°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The British Library can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for KINGS CROSS....... METAMORPHOSIS........ Guided tour with Barrie can be booked via meetup.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
KINGS CROSS....... METAMORPHOSIS........ Guided tour with Barrie
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KINGS CROSS....... METAMORPHOSIS is a guided tour led by Barrie at The British Library in London, focusing on the transformation of the Kings Cross area. The tour highlights the changes from its troubled past to its current revitalisation, showcasing both new developments and remnants of its history. The tour is priced at £15.
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Here is another chance to visit this regenerated area and see the terrific changes taking place. Barrie leads this great tour of the new and the old **KINGS CROSS.... METAMORPHOSIS** (and still a work in progress) Anyone old enough to remember Kings Cross in the 1980's will talk of Homelessness, prostitution, drug selling and taking, slum properties and lawlessness. Kings Cross was a mess, an embarrassment. Today tells a different story. The planners can be praised at the way they have re invented the area without losing its original identity. Its railway heritage has been kept as old buildings still stand with new interiors, yes, the usual 'shops and restaurants'are in abundance but the way they have re landscaped around the canal and the gas holders just has to be seen. Our walk not only takes you round the new Kings Cross we also seek out what remains of its more sordid past. This includes an amazing housing estate of the 1930's, a churchyard with a very famous inhabitant, a hidden crescent from a bygone era and a town hall with carnival connections. The area's star attractions will not be missed, Hotels, Stations and a great library. so much to see so little time. The walk cost £15 cash on the day and takes over two hours but time will fly on this great tour. Any questions or queries contact Barrie on 07860 911393 or bazaway@aol.com JOIN OUR 45+ NOT GRUMPY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY \* <[https://www.facebook.com/45plusnotgrumpy/](https://www.facebook.com/45plusnotgrumpy/)>
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When is KINGS CROSS....... METAMORPHOSIS........ Guided tour with Barrie?
KINGS CROSS....... METAMORPHOSIS........ Guided tour with Barrie takes place on Wednesday, 11 November 2026 at 12:00.
Where is KINGS CROSS....... METAMORPHOSIS........ Guided tour with Barrie taking place?
KINGS CROSS....... METAMORPHOSIS........ Guided tour with Barrie is held at The British Library in London (96 Euston Road, London, NW1 2DB).
How much are tickets for KINGS CROSS....... METAMORPHOSIS........ Guided tour with Barrie?
Tickets for KINGS CROSS....... METAMORPHOSIS........ Guided tour with Barrie are priced at £15. Live prices and availability are shown on meetup.com.
What will the weather be like at KINGS CROSS....... METAMORPHOSIS........ Guided tour with Barrie?
The forecast for KINGS CROSS....... METAMORPHOSIS........ Guided tour with Barrie is Overcast · 15°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near KINGS CROSS....... METAMORPHOSIS........ Guided tour with Barrie?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The British Library can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for KINGS CROSS....... METAMORPHOSIS........ Guided tour with Barrie?
Tickets for KINGS CROSS....... METAMORPHOSIS........ Guided tour with Barrie can be booked via meetup.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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